As wildfires and other climate related natural disasters become more frequent and severe, how can Ouray County prepare and adapt to this new reality? This panel discussion will bring together key voices from local government, wildfire management, and state insurance policy to provide a comprehensive look at how our region, and specifically how Ouray County is addressing this growing threat of wildfires.

Following a brief film viewing about the Log Hill Mesa project, this panel will address the evolving landscape of wildfire-related insurance challenges in Colorado, strategic mitigation planning at the homeowner and community levels, and the role of local government in coordinating preparedness and response.

The panelists bring a wealth of expertise and unique perspectives to the conversation:

Aaron Johnson
Chief Operating Officer, West Region Wildfire Council

Jake Niece
Board of County Commissioner, Ouray County

Jason D. Lapham
Deputy Commissioner for Property and Casualty Insurance, Colorado Division of Insurance

The event will be moderated by Tim Pinnow, Executive Director of the West Region Wildfire Council.