January 11, 2012

SandBox Comments: KKCO 11 News "Rep. Tipton hears gripes about GJ airport fence"

Why are Western Colorado Independent Conservatives sending Rep. Scott Tipton (R-CO) back to Congress in 2012?

Because the seemingly small issues like this fence controversy in Grand Junction are normal, everyday problems that he handles.

Tipton's not only is doing a phenomenal job in Washington, he listens and stays in touch with his district.

He knows his citizens, works and walks among them as a common man and truly cares about their lives.

"...Rep. Tipton listened and took notes. He eventually took the floor and said he would be watching the developments. He said he was concerned about the fence's impact on the local economy, and said if needed, he would bring in the federal government. Kenyon said, "This is one of the most important, if not the most important airport in Western Colorado, something we've got to make sure is prospering to the best of our ability."

Rep. Tipton also hinted at the possibility that the Board's interpretation of regulations may be hindering local business. He said, "It is an example of where government regulations when they are interpreted certain ways are having definite impacts on people. We''ll be listening to the airport authority to be responsible to get this airport moving again."

According to board member John Stevens, no one from the board knew about the meeting, and only found out about it by watching 11 News."
(KKCO)

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2 comments:

jbend said...

This is what I like about Tipton. He's spent more time coming through the district since elected than any congressman we've had.

People can approach him and talk to him. Then he follows through whether he can help or not.

glenwoodsprings22 said...

I'll run with you on this, jbend. It's one of Tipton's strongest points and he does it better than anyone we've ever had in this seat.

I'll be putting him back in it come November.