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Political Forums vs Debates and Laptops for the SLV Jun 25, 2022

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Sara, Brian and Micah talk about the CD3 candidate forum moderated by Action 22 for the League of Women Voters. We get into the weeds about debates vs forums, political messaging and how to engage a candidate to find real solutions to the issues at hand. Guillermo Lambarri then joins us to talk about the partnering with Action 22 to deliver laptops to people in need throughout the San Luis Valley. Action 22 does not endorse or support candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at show@action22.org

Everything Water with James Eklund Jun 17, 2022

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We dive into the past, present and future of water in Colorado and the Western United States with James Eklund.

Our New Board Member Ivonne Garcia, Colorado 211 and the SRDA Jun 03, 2022

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Our new board member, Ivonne Garcia, joins us to talk about her work with Colorado 211 and the SRDA. Afterwards we discuss what's happening with the VA in the Action 22 footprint, what we look for in our elected officials and the upcoming Action 22 Policy and Leadership Academy. 211 is an information and referral helpline connecting Coloradans statewide to crucial resources and health and human services. SRDA answers 211 inquires via phone call, text message, email, and postal mail for the following counties: Pueblo, Fremont, Custer, Huerfano, Las Animas, Crowley, Otero, Bent, Kiowa, Prowers, and Baca. In addition, she serves as the director of Pueblo's Enrollment Center, a one-stop shop for enrollment assistance into Medicare, Medicaid, and Connect for Health Colorado coverage. Finally, Ivonne also oversees the options counseling services for Colorado's Transitions program in the following counties: Pueblo, Lake, Chaffee, Fremont, Custer, Huerfano, and Las Animas. Transition services assists residents of long-term care facilities like skilled nursing facilities inquiring about relocating to more independent living within the community.

Tackling Housing w/Karl Dakin and HO2 May 21, 2022

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Karl Dakin joins us to discuss the current housing crisis and what solutions HO2 is currently working on to address the issues. Housing O2 LLC is a for profit business that plans to construct a series of workforce housing projects to address the need for affordable housing for full time workers. Working in collaboration with communities, employers, workers and impact investors, we enable workers to achieve home ownership.

2022 Colorado Legislative Session Review w/ Michael Beasley May 17, 2022

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Michael Beasley joins us once again to summarize what happened, what didn't happen and what's next after the Colorado Legislative Session comes to a close. We go over the bills that Action 22 had an active role of supporting/opposing and what the result is.

Collective Bargaining Will Negatively Impact Colorado Counties Apr 26, 2022

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Garrison Ortiz, Pueblo County Commissioner, Tony Hass, Las Animas County Commissioner, Kevin Grantham, Fremont County Commissioner, Stan VanderWerf, El Paso County Commissioner, Bill Canda, Custer County Commissioner, Joe Garcia, CCCS Chancellor and Dr. Patty Erjavec, PCC President all join our show to discuss a proposed collective bargaining bill that will be introduced in the Colorado Legislature and how it impacts counties and higher education.

What is Action 22? Apr 01, 2022

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Sara and Brian talk about Action 22, the history behind the organization and what the mission is.

Senator Don Coram Mar 16, 2022

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Senator Coram joins us to discuss legislation he is currently working on, rural Colorado issues including water, energy and agriculture, the state of politics in our nation and why he decided to run for Colorado's 3rd Congressional District. Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22.

Richard Arko Mar 10, 2022

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Brian sits down with Richard Arko to discuss his candidacy for Clerk and Recorder, working for the Bureau of Prisons and the overall state of politics today. Please visit www.action22.org or email us at show@action22.org Richard can be reached via email at: richardarkoccr@gmail.com www.facebook.com/RichardArko2022 Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 that are currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22.

Pueblo District Attorney Jeff Chostner Mar 04, 2022

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Pueblo District Attorney Jeff Chostner joins us to discuss the current state of crime in the state and region, what is the cause and what solutions are being explored. We then get into Pueblo's amazing history while exploring what needs to be done moving forward as a city and county to fully realize Pueblo's potential.

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