Gov. Herbert statement on his call with President Trump
regarding national monuments
SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 27, 2017) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert has issued the following statement about his conversation with President Trump regarding Secretary Ryan Zinke’s recommendation to modify the boundaries of the Bears Ears National Monument and the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument:
Just before boarding my return flight to Utah this afternoon, President Trump called me to discuss Secretary Ryan Zinke’s recommendation to reduce the boundaries of the Bears Ears National Monument and the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. I appreciate the President and the Secretary’s efforts to listen to local concerns and seek a balance when it comes to the complex issues of managing and protecting our public lands.
While we do not yet know the specifics of their final plan, I understand from our conversation that any final decision will honor our recommendations. Our recommendations have been, first, that any new boundaries protect the extraordinary antiquities within these areas. Second, that local Native Americans be given meaningful co-management of the lands in the Bears Ears region. And finally, that Congress be urged to pass appropriate protections for federal lands throughout Southern Utah. I look forward to working with our congressional delegation and the Trump administration on these issues.
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Gov. Herbert and Lt. Gov. Cox to partner with local charitable organizations and businesses for Puerto Rico relief
What: Gov. Herbert and Lt. Gov. Cox are teaming up with local charitable organizations and businesses to raise funds to send 150 Utahns to Puerto Rico to provide humanitarian aid in the wake of Hurricane Maria. Utah volunteers sent to Puerto Rico will specifically assist in the installation of solar generators, other solar products and temporary shelters, as the territory remains approximately 70 percent without power.
Monday’s kick-off event will detail project efforts and discuss how Utahns can help. Speakers will include Gov. Herbert and Lt. Gov. Cox, and Jorge and Carilu Alvarado who recently moved to Utah from Puerto Rico and are heading up volunteer efforts. Utah volunteers who recently returned from doing humanitarian aid in Puerto Rico will provide a solar equipment demonstration for members of the press. More than 30 Utah residents slated to volunteer will be in attendance.
Who:
Gov. Gary R. Herbert
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox
Tifie Humanitarian, Inc.’s “Light Up Puerto Rico” campaign representatives
30+ Utah volunteers with direct ties to Puerto Rico
Local business and organization sponsors
When:
Monday, Oct. 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Utah State Emergency Operations Center
350 N. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
*See notes for location information
Notes:
In covering the event, media is encouraged to display the web address http://bit.ly/LightUpPR, the YouCaring page where Utahns can donate for solar supplies and temporary shelters, or https://tifie.org/donate. 100% of the proceeds collected will be used to purchase equipment to send to Puerto Rico.
The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is located on the west side of the Utah State Capitol in a secure area. Members of the media and participants who are unfamiliar with the location of the Emergency Operations Center are encouraged to proceed to the Governor’s Office lobby before 10:45 a.m., where a member of staff will escort you to the event location. Approximate EOC location here.
Visuals include solar equipment used for the project, b-roll of a group photograph of volunteers in Light Up Puerto Rico t-shirts, and a photo gallery of Puerto Rico taken by Light Up Puerto Rico volunteers last week for unlicensed use.
A mult box and lighting will be provided.
Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Schedule
October 30, 2017 - November 3, 2017
**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, October 30
10:30 a.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
11:00 a.m. Light Up Puerto Rico Press Conference
Location: State Emergency Operations Center
Media Availability
11:30 a.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
12:00 p.m. Meet with Executive Assistant
Location: Governor’s Office
Tuesday, October 31
8:00 a.m. Utah Military Commanders Breakfast
Location: Governor’s Mansion
9:30 a.m. Judicial Interviews
Location: Governor’s Mansion
11:30 a.m. Halloween Staff Gathering
Location: State Capitol
1:00 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Team
Location: Governor’s Office
2:30 p.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Weekly Meeting with General Counsel
Location: Governor’s Office
Wednesday, November 1
9:00 a.m. Board of Examiners Meeting
Location: State Capitol
Media Access
10:30 a.m. Residential Rebate Program/Clean Air Press Conference
Location: State Capitol, Rotunda
Media Availability
11:30 a.m. Governor’s Annual Faith Leaders Luncheon
Location: Governor’s Mansion
4:00 p.m. Holland & Hart Forum
Location: Salt Lake City
6:00 p.m. 20th Anniversary Zions Bank Art Show
Location: Salt Lake City
Thursday, October 2
10:00 a.m. Cabinet Meeting
Location: State Capitol
11:15 a.m. Meet with Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Governor’s Office
12:00 p.m. Meet with Lt. Governor
Location: Governor’s Office
1:00 p.m. Film Public Service Announcements
Location: Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Gratitude Filming
Location: Governor’s Office
2:20 p.m. Judicial Interviews
Location: Governor’s Office
4:30 p.m. Salt Lake Home Builders Association Conference
Location: Marriott at City Creek, Salt Lake City
6:00 p.m. Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce Event
Location: Salt Lake City
Friday, October 3
8:30 a.m. BioUtah Life Science Summit
Location: Grand America Hotel, Salt Lake City
10:00 a.m. USTAR Innovation Center Opening Celebration
Location: Falcon Hill Aerospace Research Park, Clearfield
Media Availability
1:00 p.m. Transportation Discussion
Location: Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Energy Discussion
Location: Governor’s Office
2:35 p.m. Air Quality Discussion
Location: Governor’s Office
3:15 p.m. Meet with Sanpete County Officials
Location: Governor’s Office
4:30 p.m. Judicial Discussion
Location: Governor’s Office
7:00 p.m. Sutherland Institute Annual Gala
Location: Grand America Hotel, Salt Lake City
Lt. Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Schedule
October 30, 2017 - November 3, 2017
**The Lt. Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**
Monday, October 30
10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
11:00 a.m. Light Up Puerto Rico Press Conference
Location: State Emergency Operations Center
Media Availability
12:00 p.m. Meet with Staff
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
2:00 p.m. Scheduling Meeting
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Operation Rio Grande “Dignity of Work” Meeting
Location: Salt Lake City
Tuesday, October 31
9:30 a.m. Judicial Interviews
Location: Governor’s Office
10:45 a.m. Meet with Salt Lake County Council Chair
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
11:30 a.m. Halloween Staff Gathering
Location: State Capitol
1:00 p.m. Governor’s Leadership Team
Location: Governor’s Office
Wednesday, November 1
10:45 a.m. Greet Delegation from Pakistan
Location: Governor’s Office
11:30 a.m. Governor’s Annual Faith Leaders Luncheon
Location: Governor’s Mansion
6:00 p.m. Youth Group Tour of Utah State Capitol
Location: State Capitol
Thursday, November 2
10:00 a.m. Cabinet Meeting
Location: State Capitol
11:15 a.m. Meet with Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Governor’s Office
12:00 p.m. Meet with Lt. Governor
Location: Governor’s Office
1:00 p.m. Judicial Interviews
Location: Governor’s Office
3:00 p.m. Intergenerational Poverty Commission Discussion
Location: Lt. Governor’s Office
3:30 p.m. Operation Rio Grande Meeting
Location: Governor’s Office
7:00 p.m. Panel Discussion on “Civity in Politics & Public Life”
Location: Westminster College, Salt Lake City
Friday, November 3
No Public Events
