Every year the Golden Parks and Recreation Department offers for sale, at a steep discount to Golden residents, a diverse mix of deciduous tree species through the annual spring tree sale.

This year, trees available for purchase include Peking tree lilac, Big Tooth maple, 'Hot Wings' Tatarian maple, Washington hawthorn, Chanticleer pear, Goldenraintree, Turkish filbert, Shumard oak and Bur oak.

Trees must be paid for at the time of ordering and can be purchased through April 15, while supplies last. Proof of residency is required. The trees will be distributed after that time.
 

Visit the  Golden Forestry page for more information on the trees available for sale, a price list, and to download an order form.  

Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) and the City of Golden have announced that construction on the Golden Library remodel will begin Mar. 20. The library will be closed from March 20 through June 11 to accommodate the construction; however, library staff members are working to schedule alternative service arrangements for Golden residents. 

"We're excited to see this project underway," said Golden Mayor Marjorie Sloan. "In just a few months, we can lay claim to the first 21st century Library in Jefferson County!"

"We can't wait to see this vision become a reality," said Pam Nissler, executive director, JCPL. "We're grateful to the City of Golden for helping us to make this possible, and we've worked hard to create a library that supports modern library services while reflecting the special character of the Golden community."

Beginning March 1, the new floorplan and photos of new furniture and fixtures will be on display at the Golden Library. According to Carroll Mannino, Golden Library Manager, the new design reflects much of the input received from Golden residents at community meetings held last summer. Here are some things residents can expect to see:

• A larger, more open children's area, with a "literacy playscape" to encourage informal learning during play;
• A larger teen area, equipped with enhanced technology;
• Updated technology in the public access area;
• Enhanced technology in the meeting room, to support public presentations;
• More informal spaces for community interaction and exchange, including a community living room (with a fireplace!);
• A large quiet area;
• A study room; and
• An opening day collection, with more of the materials residents are requesting.

"We hate to close the library," Mannino added. "We're doing our best to maintain our most popular services during the construction period, and we hope Golden residents will be patient with us as we complete the remodel."

Learn more about the remodel and alternative services that will be available during the closure.

We need your participation!

Jefferson County residents are invited to take part in a first-of-its-kind exploratory assessment. The children's museum needs assessment is sponsored by four founders who are everyday moms with young children who believe all Jefferson County kids should have access to a community children's museum. Before moving forward, the founders want a clear understanding from the community regarding the need for a children's museum in Jefferson County. 

Your immediate input will ensure that this project is viable and sustainable in our community! It will take about 10 minutes of your time to complete the assessment. The deadline for the survey is Friday, March 20, 2015. 

This assessment is completely voluntary. Your answers will be completely anonymous. No one, including the researchers, will know who you are or know which answers are yours. When all assessments are complete, the researchers will write a summary of the information collected. Click on the green box above to go to the survey.

Primetime Research & Evaluation, an independent research firm, is conducting the assessment and is not associated with any of the museum founders. If you have questions about the assessment or your assessment privacy or rights, contact Dr. Margret Dugan at 303-506-3249.  

Take the survey!

There's still time to apply for vacancies on any of several Golden boards and commissions. The application deadline is March 12, and the appointments will be made in April. 

Vacancies are available on the Economic Development Commission, Historic Preservation Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Downtown Development Authority Board, Public Art Commission, and Fire Pension Board - Citizen Representative. 

These vacancies offer a great opportunity to serve Golden, and serve with others who also love this city! Click on the links below to learn more about the boards and commissions seeking a few good men and women, and learn how to apply. One application will allow you to apply for up to 3 boards or commissions.
 

 Learn more about Boards & Commissions vacancies available from terms expiring

Learn more about the Historic Preservation Board vacancy

The 17-acre Bachman Property (18300 W 4th Ave) was purchased in 2009 by the City of Golden in partnership with Jefferson County Open Space to meet an under-served park need in southwest Golden. We are looking for input from area residents on access and future use of this space.

Please join the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and City staff at Shelton Elementary School tonight, March 3, at 7 p.m. to discuss options for the property with your neighbors. Funding is not currently available to master plan a park space; however, there will be discussion on interim uses and access until funding is available. 

The meeting will be held in the school library located at 420 Crawford Street in Golden.

*The walkabout of the property originally scheduled for 4:30 p.m. has been canceled due to snow.

Come in to the Golden Library on March 4, 2015 after school at 3:30 p.m. and unwind with fun activities! There will be games, crafts and read-aloud stories.

For ages 6-11.

The Bonfils Bloodmobile will be in the parking lot next to the Golden Library from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. on March 4.

To register, contact Bonfils Apppointment Center 303-363-2300 or www.bonfils.org and use site code #5538.

 Planning Commission public hearings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.

Learn more about the Planning Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet at 9 a.m. on March 5 at the Golden Public Works Building. The Public Art Commission (PAC) affords residents the opportunity to actively participate in creating a vibrant and appealing atmosphere that contributes to the quality and identity of the City of Golden, through public art.

The Public Art Commission meets the first Thursday of each month in the Public Works Building, 1445 10th Street, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. These meeting are open to the public.

For more information and to view current and past agendas and minutes, please visit the Public Art Commission page.

There are currently 4 different bids and proposals being sought by the City for different goods and services.

• Golden Community Center Roofing Replacement
• City Manager Recruitment Services
• 2015 Utility Replacement Program
• Government Access Television Equipment Upgrade