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The mods in r/Denver didn’t like me bringing this up again, even though it is a completely different perspective than the original poster.  Hopefully r/Aurora will let me inform the public…

As a vet tech, please let me explain why this does not benefit the industry.

It requires at least 8 semesters of undergraduate to even be considered for the masters program. No one I know, has the money or the time to accomplish this, and the people supporting it have no thoughtful response when asked about it.
Supporters propose that the VPA will be able to diagnose and treat conditions, and preform surgery. Only the State Board of veterinary medicine can determine if anyone other than a licensed veterinarian can preform surgery, so another hurdle tech would have to jump over. Federal regulations prohibit anyone other than a licensed veterinarian from prescribing medications. This proposal violates federal law, and if you become a VPA, you will not be recognized or be able to practice at that level in any other state.

There is no accredited national or state regulatory or professional organization for VPA’s. There will be little to no oversight or structure for educational programs, national competency board testing or regulatory structure for this program. VPA’s who complete current programs that do not fit future requirements may not be eligible for licensing or certification.

The liability is high. Prop 129 states a VPA would be responsible for any act deemed negligent when providing care to an animal. Most veterinarians carry liability insurance for these instances. There is no indication that coverage would be expanded to VPA’s.

There is speculation about salary suggesting VPA’s pay will be higher than an RVT’s. The additional student loan debt required to complete a bachelors, masters and the VPA program may create further strain on the current veterinary technician workforce with little to no gain.
RVT’s just (last year) were accepted by DORA, a three year feat finally brought to fruition. Prop 129 completely undermines the hard work of the CACVT to get us DORA oversight.
If you wan to make an actual difference in the lives of your pets and the people who provide medical care to them, consider voting yes on HB24-1047. This expands the scope of practice for RVT’s and VTS’. It creates advanced continuing education opportunities for current RVT’s. Prop 129 is backed by Petco, 
and is nothing more than an opportunity for corporations to make more money and pay their nursing staff less. So disappointed in DDFL’s decision to back this, and the lack of consideration their CEO gives when approached directly about it.

Please consider voting no on Prop 129


<div class="md"><p>The mods in <a href="/r/Denver">r/Denver</a> didn’t like me bringing this up again, even though it is a completely different perspective than the original poster.  Hopefully <a href="/r/Aurora">r/Aurora</a> will let me inform the public…</p>

<p>As a vet tech, please let me explain why this does not benefit the industry.</p>

<p>It requires at least 8 semesters of undergraduate to even be considered for the masters program. No one I know, has the money or the time to accomplish this, and the people supporting it have no thoughtful response when asked about it.
Supporters propose that the VPA will be able to diagnose and treat conditions, and preform surgery. Only the State Board of veterinary medicine can determine if anyone other than a licensed veterinarian can preform surgery, so another hurdle tech would have to jump over. Federal regulations prohibit anyone other than a licensed veterinarian from prescribing medications. This proposal violates federal law, and if you become a VPA, you will not be recognized or be able to practice at that level in any other state.</p>

<p>There is no accredited national or state regulatory or professional organization for VPA’s. There will be little to no oversight or structure for educational programs, national competency board testing or regulatory structure for this program. VPA’s who complete current programs that do not fit future requirements may not be eligible for licensing or certification.</p>

<p>The liability is high. Prop 129 states a VPA would be responsible for any act deemed negligent when providing care to an animal. Most veterinarians carry liability insurance for these instances. There is no indication that coverage would be expanded to VPA’s.</p>

<p>There is speculation about salary suggesting VPA’s pay will be higher than an RVT’s. The additional student loan debt required to complete a bachelors, masters and the VPA program may create further strain on the current veterinary technician workforce with little to no gain.
RVT’s just (last year) were accepted by DORA, a three year feat finally brought to fruition. Prop 129 completely undermines the hard work of the CACVT to get us DORA oversight.
If you wan to make an actual difference in the lives of your pets and the people who provide medical care to them, consider voting yes on HB24-1047. This expands the scope of practice for RVT’s and VTS’. It creates advanced continuing education opportunities for current RVT’s. Prop 129 is backed by Petco, 
and is nothing more than an opportunity for corporations to make more money and pay their nursing staff less. So disappointed in DDFL’s decision to back this, and the lack of consideration their CEO gives when approached directly about it.</p>

<p>Please consider voting no on Prop 129</p>
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Why Prop 129 is bad for techs and bad for pets

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Why [Colorado's] Prop 129 is bad for techs and bad for pets 

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Investigators still working to ID remains from Stone Canyon fire

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One person dead, at least two homes destroyed in wildfire

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Evacuation Order Lifted for Portion of Lyons

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Fire retardant drop on Stone Canyon fire.

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This Just Broke Out Near Lyons

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Fire just broke out near Lyons

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Hello fellow outdoors people! I have my niece visiting and want to take her out and about and love the button rock trail with shade and water but worried about smoke from Loveland. Does anyone know if that area is accessible and clear for the most part? 

<div class="md"><p>Hello fellow outdoors people! I have my niece visiting and want to take her out and about and love the button rock trail with shade and water but worried about smoke from Loveland. Does anyone know if that area is accessible and clear for the most part? </p>
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Button Rock area okay?

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Stopped in tonight on the way back to Estes Park for a beer & burger and didn’t know they did a Tuesday night musicians circle. Turns out there were tons of bluegrass folks in town for the Rockygrass Academy week and a lot came into the circle tonight. It was a lot of fun to see & hear. Thanks Oskar Blues!

<div class="md"><p>Stopped in tonight on the way back to Estes Park for a beer &amp; burger and didn’t know they did a Tuesday night musicians circle. Turns out there were tons of bluegrass folks in town for the Rockygrass Academy week and a lot came into the circle tonight. It was a lot of fun to see &amp; hear. Thanks Oskar Blues!</p>
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Shoutout to Oskar Blues

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I was out exploring today and found an old concrete foundation/walls and what looks like used to be maybe pipes along the creek? What did that used to be? 

<div class="md"><p>I was out exploring today and found an old concrete foundation/walls and what looks like used to be maybe pipes along the creek? What did that used to be? </p>
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Old concrete foundation w/ graffiti along S st vrain dr?

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Colorado fines Cemex another $1.3M for air pollution violations

Who are people using for their internet in Lyons these days and what do you think of them? Who is the most reliable and fastest? I'm having trouble finding info about this for a house that is just southwest of town.

<div class="md"><p>Who are people using for their internet in Lyons these days and what do you think of them? Who is the most reliable and fastest? I&#39;m having trouble finding info about this for a house that is just southwest of town.</p>
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Internet Service Provider

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My partner and I live in Boulder, and are looking for non-luxury properties to rent. We’re thinking apartments and maybe small homes. We’ve also been looking a renting a mobile home. Is there a good website for us to find them? Or do we have to walk around and look at ads? Wondering where to start looking. 

<div class="md"><p>My partner and I live in Boulder, and are looking for non-luxury properties to rent. We’re thinking apartments and maybe small homes. We’ve also been looking a renting a mobile home. Is there a good website for us to find them? Or do we have to walk around and look at ads? Wondering where to start looking. </p>
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Where to look for rentals?

After being locked for 8 months, this sub is now once more open for business.

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This sub is newly reopened

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Watch your step out there y’all

Y’all need to your dogs leashed. Thank you.

I'm in the process of storing a bunch of things long-term in a shed in Lyons. Currently I have clothes and books in cardboard boxes. Is this a bad idea? Are mice going to get into stuff in the winter?

<div class="md"><p>I&#39;m in the process of storing a bunch of things long-term in a shed in Lyons. Currently I have clothes and books in cardboard boxes. Is this a bad idea? Are mice going to get into stuff in the winter?</p>
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Pests in garages in Lyons?

Is uber reliable in Lyons? going there for a event, which should be ending around 11pm on a Saturday. We are concerned with finding safe transportation home. Thanks for the info.

<div class="md"><p>Is uber reliable in Lyons? going there for a event, which should be ending around 11pm on a Saturday. We are concerned with finding safe transportation home. Thanks for the info.</p>
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Uber/taxis in Lyons.

Anyone have health problems from CEMEX plant outside of town?

St. Catherine’s Chapel on the Rock

Summer at St. Catherine’s

Does anyone have one or two tickets to folk fest that I could buy?

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Folk fest tickets?

Almost Every Wednesday Someone Will be dancing at the Prickly Pear. Come support the local talent.

Lyons in the Winter (Colorado’s Best Kept Secret)

Lyons in the Winter (OC)

Anyone know if there is any snow at Hall Ranch?

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Snow at Hall ranch?

My fiance and I are looking to make a move to Lyons and hoping to connect with people in the hunt to find housing. 

We currently live in a small town and know that word of mouth is the most efficient for finding a place, so I was hoping someone in this group could help point me in the right direction on who to reach out to. (We are already working with a realtor.)

On the off-chance you know anyone selling or considering selling their house, particularly in the downtown area, please let me know!

<div class="md"><p>My fiance and I are looking to make a move to Lyons and hoping to connect with people in the hunt to find housing. </p>

<p>We currently live in a small town and know that word of mouth is the most efficient for finding a place, so I was hoping someone in this group could help point me in the right direction on who to reach out to. (We are already working with a realtor.)</p>

<p>On the off-chance you know anyone selling or considering selling their house, particularly in the downtown area, please let me know!</p>
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Looking for a House!

Did anyone see the line of lights in the sky? Anyone know who they are?

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How bout dem fires?

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