Wondering what our Scholarship Committee has been doing?

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As always, our Scholarship Committee has been busy behind the scenes boosting our local teachers.

Not only does our Scholarship Committee deliver the three scholarships to our area high schools each year, but throughout the school year, they continue to support our community with their time and thoughtfulness. And, they do it in the name of Sheep Creek. 

This fall they delivered goodies and cheer to our Antonito schools. Cookies, veggies, and fruit were delivered to the staff. Kleenex tissue, toilet paper, and Clorox wipes were given to each classroom.

They also received a $500 donation from Community Banks in LaJara!

Thank you, Vicki Bader, Debra Crowe, Mary Thorne, and Debra Castro! Your time, efforts, and thoughtfulness are greatly appreciated.

Location of SC AED’s

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Greetings fellow Sheep Creek residents,

As you may recall our LOA purchased two Phillips AED’s (defibrillators) to be available to our residents if needed.

I recently contacted Phillips and asked how we should protect the AED from the inevitable cold weather we have here. They advised that in order to guarantee a strong battery charge we should take them in during the cold season.

Therefore, NEAL LUMMUS and RICH CONNELL have agreed to take possession of the AEDs until next spring or early summer when we have warmer temperatures and they can then be placed in the outside AED boxes.

If an emergency occurs and you need the use of an AED they are NOW located at (October 24, 2021):

          Lummus home, 637 River Run Dr.

          Connell home, 62 River Run Dr.

Neal & Kathy Lummus contact:                          Rich & Anna Connell contact:

Home phone:  719-376-2507                                Cabin phone:  719-376-2336

Neal’s cell:  940-704-5071                                    Rich’s cell:  918-906-8759

The outside boxes for summer use are located at: Another notice will be sent out when they are moved.

          Aycock’s home, 230 River Run Dr. (formerly Hardin’s).
          Keenan’s home, 125 N. Ridge Ct.

Please check out these locations before you might need it!

          If you would like to review usage of the Phillip’s Heartstart AED, you may find a good video at:  https://youtu.be/6JbQ7kmvX38

          Please contact me if you have questions or suggestions.

Mike Keenan
918-697-9142

Thank You, Barb and Debra!

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During Labor Day Weekend, Barb Forrest and Debra Crowe hosted an Art Sale on Barb’s front porch right by the main gate. If you haven’t seen any of Barb’s beautiful paintings of Sheep Creek or Deb’s inspired jewelry, take a look at the flier below of the event for a quick glimpse.

Sheep Creek Art Sale

Barb and Deb very generously donated a portion of their sales to the Sheep Creek Scholarship Fund. Not only was the Art Sale a very fun event, but these two talented Sheep Creek artists contributed $1,200 of their sales!

Thank you, Barb and Deb for your time, effort, and your talents as well as this very generous contribution to our Sheep Creek Scholarship Fund.

Weather Station update

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The weather station is up and working great.  The Camera is in the process of being replaced so for your viewing pleasure and just a little laugh, you get to see the river at a different angle!!  Thanks again for your patience. The camera will be upright again soon! 

SCLA Board of Directors Meeting, Tues., May 18, 6:30 p.m. MDT – Important COVID Info *Please read*

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There will be a Board of Directors Meeting  meeting Tuesday, May 18 at 6:30 pm.  All members are welcome to join. You will be asked to identify yourself. 

Call in # 866-398-2885; Passcode 687701

Please read the message below from the Conejos Co. Public Health Dept. regarding the signficant rise in cases we have had here in the past week. Important points to note:
  • Both the Conejos Co Hospital and the SLV Regional Medical Center are almost at capacity. 
  • Cases are rising from young to middle age and older.
  • IF you have not been vaccinated, you are asked to still wear a mask. 
  • If you’ve had COVID or been exposed you SHOULD STILL wear a mask. 
  • If you’ve had COVID or been exposed you SHOULD STILL get vaccinated! 
  • BE RESPECTFUL of each other, your neighbors. IF you choose to not follow the guidelines, please understand if your neighbors, family, and friends do not want to invite you to their next event, or hang out just to visit.  

Key Things to know about COVID-19 Vaccines

FAQ’s about COVID 19 Vaccines 

This message is being sent to you by Conejos County Public Health.  
 
As we are experiencing a rise in our positive cases in Conejos County we ask that you spread the word for these testing clinics. (Attachment)  The SLV has one of the highest positivity rates in the state right now. The providers listed below also continue to offer vaccines. Online signup links for these providers can be found at www.slvphp.com.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19, you can also get tested through our regular testing providers besides these two testing clinics:
  • Rio Grande Hospital 719-657-4990
  • SLV Health Respiratory Clinic 719-589-3000 ext. 9 
  • Valley-Wide Health Systems 719-589-3658 ext. 4 (M-F), 719-589-2562 (Sa/Su)
We would also like to remind you to continue safe practices of wearing masks, social distancing, and proper handwashing.  There has been a trend in our community to get a little lax in these practices and we want to get our County back to a healthier state and stop the spread.  
 

Resolution Restricting Water Resolution – Town of Antonito/Conejos

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PLEASE note the water restrictions for our area. We should always be conscientious about water resources living here in Colorado, but we tend to forget when coming from other states that don’t have the same issues. This was posted 4-8-21 during the Antonito Town Meeting. Thank you everyone!

COVID News and Vaccination Update (Includes seasonal residents!)

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SAN LUIS VALLEY – There have been 3,139 cases of COVID-19 in the San Luis Valley since the pandemic began. Our region has 25 known active cases today. We have not seen a number this low in over 5 months, since the first week of October. At our peak on December 18th, there were 346 known active cases in our six-county region. 

Our local COVID-19 related hospitalizations peaked around the same time, with 27 local hospital admissions in the second half of December. In contrast, there were only 6 local COVID-19 related hospital admissions in the most recent two-week period ending March 13th. To date, the San Luis Valley has had 195 COVID-19 hospitalizations, 58 deaths among cases, and 31 deaths due to COVID-19. 

While conditions have drastically improved, COVID-19 is still with us and presents a potential danger in our community. Please continue to take precautions against the spread of illness. Wear a mask and practice physical distancing. If you feel sick, stay home, and get tested if you have symptoms of the virus. To pursue testing for COVID-19 through our regular testing providers call:

    • Rio Grande Hospital 719-657-4990

    • SLVHealth Respiratory Clinic 719-589-3000 ext. 9 

    • Valley-Wide Health Systems 719-589-3658 ext. 4 (M-F), 719-589-2562 (Sa/Su)

Widespread vaccinations are a key to ending the pandemic. Eligibility for vaccine is expanding on March 19th to Phase 1B.4. More information on who is eligible can be found at https://covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine. COVID-19 vaccinations continue to be available through local vaccine providers. In most cases appointments are required. To sign up to receive a vaccine, contact a local public health agency, hospital, clinic, or pharmacy. Online signup links for these providers can be found at www.slvphp.com. 

Vaccine events in the San Luis Valley are part of this effort to increase vaccine accessibility.

This Saturday, March 20th, Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alamosa will host a vaccine clinic using the Moderna vaccine from 10am to 4pm at Faistl Hall on 715 4th Street in Alamosa. Please register at www.sacredheartalamosa.org. This event will be able to serve people who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine through Phase 1B.4. Sponsors are Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Los Promotores del Valle de San Luis, the SLV Area Health Education Center, and CDPHE. For more information contact Lisa Lucero (719) 588-5363. 

On Friday, March 26th, a vaccine clinic will be hosted at Sargent School (7090 N County Rd 2 E, Monte Vista) from 8:30am to 4pm at. Please sign up online at https://forms.gle/vqkFpe4SLmVbTqa98 or by calling 719-852-3322. This event was organized with agricultural workers in mind but is open to anyone who is eligible for the vaccine through Phase 1B.4. Sponsors are Valley-Wide Health Systems, Rio Grande County Public Health, Colorado Potato Administrative Committee, Sargent Schools, and CDPHE. 
 
Every Friday – Valley-Wide Health Systems will vaccinate anyone who is eligible but you must go to their website and sign up for a time. It is a drive through clinic but you must have an appointment. They are also setting up a mobile unit in LaJara on Mondays.  Go to https://vwhs.org/for-patients/coronavirus-updates/ The COVID Vaccine Tab is located at the top of the page.