Colorado: Governor Polis Visits Local Business Turning Beetle Kill Trees Into Artisan Furniture

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DENVER ~ Denver - Governor Jared Polis made a visit to Medicine Wolf Log Furniture today to meet with owner Jon Weekley. The furniture company, located in the heart of Colorado, specializes in using beetle kill trees to create unique and sustainable pieces for homes.

Governor Polis praised Weekley's innovative business model, stating that it is a perfect representation of Colorado's ingenuity. By repurposing beetle-kill wood, Weekley not only creates beautiful furniture but also helps remove dangerous kindling from the forests.

During his visit, Governor Polis expressed his excitement to learn about Weekley's process and witness his craftsmanship firsthand. He also highlighted the importance of protecting Colorado's forests and combating the spread of pine beetle infestations.

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In line with this goal, Governor Polis recently took executive action to create a task force that will develop strategies to safeguard communities, water resources, and forests. The task force will also support Colorado's outdoor recreation economy and enhance fire mitigation and response efforts.

To further aid in these efforts, Governor Polis plans to extend and increase tax incentives for wildfire mitigation and beetle kill projects. He also intends to secure funding for critical wildfire mitigation, community outreach, research needs, and resources that can attract larger federal funding streams.

For those interested in learning more about the Mountain Pine Beetle and its impact on Colorado's forests, the Colorado State Forest Service webpage provides valuable information. With initiatives like these in place, Governor Polis hopes to protect Colorado's natural resources while promoting sustainable practices within local businesses like Medicine Wolf Log Furniture.

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