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COMO – U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) recently traveled across the 7th Congressional District of Colorado, including Park County where she visited the historic roundhouse in Como and celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Park County Senior Coalition in Bailey. 

At her first stop in Park County, Rep. Pettersen visited the historic roundhouse in Como, the longest operating roundhouse in the United States. This historic site holds a significant place in Colorado’s history. Pettersen discussed how her office can be a resource through federal grants and the community project funding process. 

Following her visit to Como, Pettersen joined the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Park County Senior Coalition in Bailey. For four decades, this organization has provided vital resources to seniors in the Park County community. During her visit, Pettersen met with seniors and highlighted her dedication to ensuring seniors in rural communities have access to the services and resources they need. Specifically, Pettersen introduced the Rural Health Preceptor Tax Fairness Act to incentivize more health care professionals to train and practice medicine in rural communities. 

“From celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Park County Senior Coalition to visiting the historic roundhouse in Como, it was great to wrap up my rural tour in Park County,” said Pettersen. “Hearing firsthand from the Park County community is critical to shaping my work in Congress so I can continue to be a voice for our rural communities. I will always advocate for communities in Park County and across Colorado’s 7th Congressional District to ensure everyone has the resources they need to thrive and that no one gets left behind.”