Golden City Hall
911 10th Street
Golden, CO 80401
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Upcoming Events
From City Council meetings to bike races to community choir concerts, there's always something happening in Golden.
Don't miss out! Keep track of what's happening and when on the Community Calendar.
Submit an Event!
Help us keep our Community Calendar up-to-date. If you are sponsoring a not-for-profit event that takes place in Golden and welcomes everyone, we want to know about it. Fill out our event submission form and if it fits our editorial standard, we'll add it to the calendar.
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 Love it or hate it, there's no ignoring it - the USA Pro Challenge is taking over Golden this Sunday!
Whether you're looking forward to cheering riders on as they fight their way up Lookout Mountain, or are planning your escape from the crowds and street closures that day, we want to help. Check out our USA Pro Challenge page for race route maps, street closures and parking information.
But there's a lot more happening in Golden this week than a bike race. The Fire Department is hosting a Community Safety Fair on Saturday, and don't forget Movies & Music in the Park this Friday. It's also worth mentioning this week is when annual maintenance at the Community Center takes place, so you'll see a lot of closures at the GCC. If you're a member or were planning a visit, read below to learn what will be closed and when so you know before you go.
Biking, walking, driving or all of the above, we hope you have a fantastic week!
Your friends at the City of Golden
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Heritage Road Update
 Shelton Elementary did a great job of sharing with parents information about road closures and detours prior to the first day of school, and there were no issues that day.
The contractors completed all the cut lines and inner circle last week, and pavers are now on site to start the first lift of asphalt (See photo to the right). Today, crews began the second and final asphalt lift and will complete striping, signing and pavement markings on Thursday. We anticipate opening the intersection of Heritage Rd and Eagleridge Dr. on Thursday at noon. This is, of course, very weather dependent with the rain forecast for the beginning of the week.
After Eagleridge is reopened, Heritage Rd will remain closed from the south side of the roundabout to 4th Ave in anticipation of the start of phase 3 beginning August 24. This will require utilizing 6th and Colfax to reach either end of Heritage Rd.
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2015 Concrete Replacement project
The contractor is currently working on the Wyoming Park trailhead, which should be finished Thursday.
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2015 Street Improvements project
Martin Marietta will be paving the Wyoming St trailhead on Tuesday. They are scheduled to return to town on August 29 to begin N. Ford St. and S. Golden Rd.
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2015 Utility Replacement project
Jones Rd sewer replacement will be completed Wednesday, August 19.
Water main replacement on Wyoming and Virginia from North Ford to North Jackson will begin this week.
Sanitary sewer rehabilitation will begin in the Golden Heights neighborhood (West 4th and Orchard area) the end of this week.
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Cressman Trail Tree Removal
Cressman Trail along Ridge Road at Aspen Place will be closed beginning Tuesday, August 18 through Thursday, August 20 for tree removal.
We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions, please contact Paul Burkholder.
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USA Pro Challenge is coming to town this Sunday!
 The City of Golden is excited to once again be the host of the Stage 7 start for the USA Pro Challenge and we'll be bringing you a day of fun and excitement in downtown Golden!
Learn all you need to know about race day, including road closures, maps, and schedules on our USA Pro Challenge web page, and plan for some serious cycling entertainment.
See you this Sunday!
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Parks & Recreation Board Meeting
The Parks & Recreation Board will meet
at 7 p.m. in the Community Center. At the upcoming meeting, the Board will be considering the following:
- Reviewing costs associated with crusher fine trail options on the Bachman property on the East side only, with access from Zeta Street.
- Discuss updating the 2008 Parks and Recreation Master Plan including creating a user survey, updating inventory, Board priorities, and mapping.
The Parks and Recreation Board was created in 1982 in order to increase community involvement, and to advise Golden City Council and staff on how to best provide safe and comprehensive parks and recreation facilities, programs, and services on behalf of all current and future residents of the City of Golden.
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Miss the Ulysses Skate Park Public Meeting? Keep track on Facebook!
 There was recently a public input meeting regarding the design and build of the new Ulysses Skate Park by Team Pain. If you missed the meeting, or even if you made it and just want to follow up, you can track updates to the Ulysses Skate Park on Facebook! Like their new page, updated directly by the contractor Team Pain, and stay involved in the process.
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CBAC Meeting
CBAC will meet on August 19 at 7:30 a.m. in Council Chambers.
The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC) was created by the City Manager to advise City staff on the development, implementation, and evaluation of the annual City budget. Participation in CBAC is an opportunity not only to advise on the prioritization of how City tax dollars are spent, but also to advise our policymakers in their decision-making process.
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Planning Commission Study Session
The Planning Commission will meet in study session in Council Chambers on August 19 at 6:30 p.m.
Below are the topics that will be considered:
- Walk/Bike Project Recommendations for CIP - Commission will continue its discussion on unfunded walk/bike projects and finalize a recommendation for Council related to the Capital Improvement Program.
- Future Neighborhood Planning Efforts - Commission will discuss goals for neighborhood planning, with particular emphasis on updating older plans written prior to Golden Vision 2030.
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Movies & Music in the Park
 Each year, the City of Golden offers movie-lovers the Movies & Music in the Park series, which runs (weather willing!) Friday nights in August at Parfet Park located at 10th Street and Washington Avenue in downtown Golden.
Free and fun for all ages, it's a great opportunity to get friends or family together, have a picnic in the park (or enjoy the great eats from our food trucks and vendors), jam out to some live music, then settle down for a family-friendly flick on a big inflatable screen.
This Friday, we'll kick the evening off with Dixie Leadfoot & the Chrome Struts at 7 p.m., followed by Big Hero 6.
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Community Safety Fair
Bring the whole family because there's something for everyone at this year's Community Safety Awareness Day Safety Fair.
August 22, 2015 at 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
15200 West Sixth Ave.
Golden, CO
This is a unique opportunity with many services and resources in one place:
- Document shredding
- Small electronics recycling (nominal fee for screens)
- Prescription drug return
- CHEEZO's online and cell phone safety for kids
- Bicycle rodeo for kids with free helmets
- Birds of Prey Foundation
- Free 911 cell phones for seniors
- Child ID kits
- .... and more!
Enjoy bounce castles, craft tables, snow cones, face painting as well as 80+ exhibits, demonstrations and activities with information and giveaways for adults, kids and seniors. There's also a free parking lot shuttle.
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Golden Farmers' Market
The Golden Farmers' Market is in its 13th season, and better than ever!
In addition to a delectable array of locally grown fruits and vegetables, you'll find garden décor, specialty treats, flowers and plants, and hard to find specialty items. Fill out the menu with frozen fish and meats, fresh breads, canned condiments and sweets, locally-made wines, plus homemade pasta and unique cooking ingredients. The Farmers' Market also offers a social gathering space and educational opportunities.
Join the fun from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday this summer through October 3 in the parking lot just west of the Golden Library, 1019 10th Street.
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GCC closures this week for annual maintenance
The Golden Community Center is currently undergoing many maintenance projects this week, but should be back to normal operation in all areas as of Monday August 24, 2015. The following areas will be impacted by the closures:
- The swimming pools are closed for cleaning and repair.
- Many of the fitness classes have been rearranged to allow for the wood floors to be refinished.
- The Gym will be shutdown starting on Wednesday for the floor to be refinished.
- The Front porch is closed for new carpet install.
- The Climbing Wall is closed for new flooring to be installed and new routes to be set.
- The Women's locker-room will be closed on Thursday at 1 p.m. for tile work.
- The Men's locker-room will be closed on Friday at 1 p.m. for tile work.
- The Wellness Area, Running Track, Indoor Playground, Education Wing and Family Locker-room are all OPEN during this time.
All annual pass holders may go to the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center during this maintenance week.
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The Splash final weekend coming up!
 If you haven't been to the Splash yet this summer, this weekend is your final chance before it closes for the season.
Now through Friday this week, the Splash is only available for lap swim. Normal operating hours will resume this weekend, however, giving you one more opportunity for waterpark fun!
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Lions Park dual tennis courts now open for play!
 The Lions Park dual tennis courts, which have been closed since early spring for repairs, are now ready for play! The rainy summer caused delays, impacting contractor availability, which resulted in the courts being effectively closed all summer.
Repairs consisted of filling cracks with concrete, resetting the post and resurfacing the entire court. Quickstart lines have also been added to encourage use by younger players.
Next our contractors will be working on the single court and then moving to the dual court at Southridge Park. Each court will be closed for approximately one week (weather permitting) during repairs.
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VOI seeking Volunteer Victim Advocates for September training
 Do you want to become more involved in your community? Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) offers opportunities to work directly with crime victims, offering support and access to resources during a critical stage of trauma.
Volunteer Victim Advocates carry a pager and are called out by law enforcement to provide:
- Immediate crisis response to victims of violent crime and trauma
- Inform innocent victims of their rights
- Support victims and their families
- Information on the criminal justice system
- Agency referrals and emergency needs.
The application process is selective and applicants must be at least twenty one years of age, submit to a background check, attend a forty-hour training, and live within a twenty minute response time of cities served. No experience necessary. Applications are being accepted for the upcoming training that starts in September 2015.
For more information, contact Jennifer at 303-202-2196 or email Attention: Volunteer Coordinator at
[email protected].
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Safety tips for dealing with rattlesnakes
 If you've seen a rattlesnake around town, you're not alone. According to Jamie Segal, Code Enforcement Officer with the Golden Police Department, the number of snakes seems to cycle up and down each year, and this year has seen an uptick.
The rattlesnakes we have here in Golden are prairie rattlers. They are a fairly non-aggressive species, tending to be much more defensive. If you see one, Officer Segal advises the best thing you can do is leave them alone.
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Seeking Qualified Candidates!
 The City of Golden will hold general elections on November 3 this year, and Golden voters will elect the positions of Mayor and Councilors for District One and District Two.
Ever considered running? The requirements to run for office per the City of Golden Charter are as follows:
- Must be an elector (registered voter) of the City of Golden
- Must be a citizen of the United States for at least five years
- Must have resided in the City for at least one year immediately preceding the election.
- Candidates must be a resident and elector (registered voter) of the city to run for the office of Mayor and a resident of the designated district to run for those seats, when nominated and elected.
Nomination petitions may be taken out and circulated now, and may be picked up from the City Clerk's office.
Nomination petitions are then due back to the City Clerk by 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24.
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Public Works Citizens' Academy
 Have you ever wondered how Golden's water is treated? How we maintain and repair infrastructure? How we map and track water, sewer and street-related assets within the community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should join the Second Annual Public Work's Citizens' Academy. Learn more about the upcoming free Public Works Citizens' Academy, and register soon to secure your spot.
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Slow the Flow program saves both water and money
 Slow the Flow Colorado is a free sprinkler inspection program available to Golden water customers.
Residential, HOA and commercial properties are all eligible. The sprinkler inspections - also known as irrigation audits - are conducted by trained water auditors.
So why should you participate?
- It's a professional service, subsidized by the City of Golden and provided at no charge to you, with substantial benefits to your landscape.
- Receive a customized watering schedule for a green, long-lasting landscape - for free!
- Learn practical, easy, do-it-yourself sprinkler maintenance.
- Learn how to maximize the life of your system.
- Do your part to conserve Colorado's water!
- Learn how to improve your system's performance.
To learn more about the Slow the Flow program, please visit our Water Conservation page.
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