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City of Golden /
911 10th Street /
Golden, CO
(303) 384-8000
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Honoring our veterans and enjoying the gift of freedom in Golden
This past weekend was all about showing respect and honor to our veterans - current and past - and thanking them for their service. Thank you veterans! We have you to thank for all we enjoy in our beautiful city and country today.
Looking ahead at the week we have a lot happening. On Thursday evening the City will be hosting a Community Safety Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Golden High School Auditorium. Please scroll down to read more about this community meeting. That day is also noteworthy as Wear Orange Day, a day devoted to ending gun violence.
The weekend holds a little more light-hearted entertainment starting with the first Street Fair of the season on Friday evening, followed by the first Golden Farmers Market the next morning.
Please keep reading to keep informed on what's happening in your City and have a great week!
Your friends at the City of Golden
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Linking Lookout (US 6 & 19th St. Interchange)
Interim Closures on 19th
There will be spot one way closures with flagmen on 19th between 6th and Elm for removal of curb and sidewalk on the south side of 19th. These will be needed to allow flagged one-way traffic to pass the work area. One-way traffic will not occur during peak hours. Grading will begin for the roundabout on the south side of 19th, and there will be some stormwater drain lines installed.
This is a tight area so please pay attention and drive slow, which is good advice because we have asked the police to monitor traffic speeds.
Other work this week
- Stormwater and wastewater utility work will continue outside of the US 6 travel lanes.
- Retaining wall facing will continue in all quadrants.
- Excess mucky material is being removed south of 19th St.
Please note, these plans can change at any time depending on weather and other factors.
Follow us on Twitter for real-time updates! You can also get lots of project information, including maps and long-term plans at LinkingLookout.com.
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Water Meter Replacement project - all notices now sent out
The City of Golden water meter replacement project began in late March, with Keystone Utility Systems as the City's contractor for the project. About 40 to 60 replacements are happening per day now, city-wide. Notices of replacements are going out in utility bills, and as of the last billing cycle, all notices should now be out. If your notice indicates you should call for an appointment, please contact Keystone with the contact information below. Appointments
are available Monday through Saturday between approximately 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Please remove any items blocking access to the water meter before Keystone arrives to ensure a quick and trouble-free replacement.
A typical residential replacement will take approximately 20 minutes; a commercial replacement may take several hours. If your meter is in a pit outside, you do not need to do anything. If you have an inside set meter you will need to contact Keystone and schedule an appointment. You can schedule via email at
Office@keystoneutilities.com or by phone at 1-877-587-2279 between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Contact Les Major at 303-384-8170 or Keith Mehls at 303-384-8171 with questions regarding this project.
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will meet June 1, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers at 911 10th Street in Golden.
At the meeting, the Planning Commission will conduct hearings on the following items:
- To review an application to allow 100% residential uses on a property zoned for commercial and mixed use at 1014 8th Street.
- To review an application for Site Plan approval to add four townhomes to a mixed use site with an office use.
For more information on this or other upcoming board meetings, please visit our Agendas, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedule page.
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Public Art Commission Meeting
The Public Art Commission (PAC) will meet June 2, at 9 a.m. at the Golden Community Center at 1470 10th Street.
At the meeting, PAC will consider the following items:
- Discussion/ Action about Potential Deaccession
- Determination Regarding "Golden Touch" (Miner and Burro) Location
- Possible Locations for the Cyclist Statue
- City of Golden Entryway Art Piece Project Update
- Clear Creek Sidewalk Medallions
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Golden Community Safety Meeting to Address Home Invasion
The Golden Police Department, in conjunction with the First Judicial District Attorney's Office, will host a community safety meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 2 in the auditorium of Golden High School, 701 24th St. There was a recent home invasion in Golden that has raised safety concerns for many in the community. This has had a significant impact on the family that was victimized as well as the community at large.
The home of Jesse and Jessica Swift was invaded by several suspects on May 16. Three of the four suspects are in custody and one at large. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. During the meeting the Swifts will make a statement acknowledging the support of the community and the work done by the Golden Police Department. Other speakers include Dr. John Nicoletti, District Attorney Pete Weir, and Golden Police Chief Bill Kilpatrick. The meeting will also include valuable safety information presented Golden police officers.
The meeting is designed for those affected by this event to come together as a community to gather useful information and to heal. The auditorium seats approximately 450. If anyone is not able to attend, the meeting will be recorded and available on the City website,
www.cityofgolden.net
within a few days after the event.
Because there are pending criminal cases, and the investigation is ongoing, there will be no discussion of the facts of the case.
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First Golden Street Fair of the Summer this Friday!
Golden hosts Summer Street Fairs (weather permitting) on Washington Avenue in historic downtown Golden Colorado on the first Friday of the month during the months of June through September. They include live music, a beer garden and street entertainment. Come out to the first one this Friday, June 3.
Retailers stay open late, offering discounts, and host visiting artists. During the street fairs, you can visit Golden's quaint boutiques, explore Golden's speculator art galleries and enjoy Golden's cultural attractions. Many of Golden's restaurants and taverns offer specials and extended happy hours as well.
Enjoy a summer evening as several blocks of Washington Avenue close down for lively bands, delectable dining, kids' entertainment and good old-fashioned summer fun in beautiful downtown Golden. Sponsored by the Golden Transcript Celebrating their 150 Anniversary and Presented by the Golden Chamber of Commerce.
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Coffee with a Councilor - South Neighborhoods
Golden hosts Summer Street Fairs (weather permitting) on Washington Avenue in historic downtown Golden Colorado on the first Friday of the month during the months of June through September. They include live music, a beer garden and street entertainment. Come out to the first one this Friday, June 3.
Retailers stay open late, offering discounts, and host visiting artists. During the street fairs, you can visit Golden's quaint boutiques, explore Golden's speculator art galleries and enjoy Golden's cultural attractions. Many of Golden's restaurants and taverns offer specials and extended happy hours as well.
Enjoy a summer evening as several blocks of Washington Avenue close down for lively bands, delectable dining, kids' entertainment and good old-fashioned summer fun in beautiful downtown Golden. Sponsored by the Golden Transcript Celebrating their 150 Anniversary and Presented by the Golden Chamber of Commerce.
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Get a safe start to summer! The City of Golden is partnering with Bicycle Colorado for a Kids' Bike Rodeo. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Coors Tek parking lot on the corner of 10th and Jackson Streets (across the street from Parfet Park).
Children do not need to bring bikes, but should bring helmets if they have them. Bicycle Colorado will assist with proper helmet fitting for children. This is a great opportunity for children to learn safety techniques. Bike rodeos are recommended for children ages 4 to 13. Bicycles and striders will be provided. Children can come anytime and go through the course as many times as they like!
The event is completely free.
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The Christian Action Guild 50th Birthday Celebration
The Christian Action Guild in Golden is celebrating 50 years of serving the Golden community with a party and open house Sunday, June 5 from 1 - 3 p.m. Golden residents are welcome to drop by to celebrate and learn a little about what the Guild does. There will be snacks, door prizes, tours and more.
Founded in 1966, The Christian Action Guild is a non-denominational food bank and thrift shop serving residents of Golden who are in need. Sales from the thrift shop and donations fund the food bank and other services the CAG offers. When it first opened, the CAG was a thrift shop that sold used goods and clothing and used the money raised to aid those in need. In 1987, the food bank was added and the thrift shop was expanded.
Today, the CAG serves hundreds in the Golden community each month. Many area businesses support the non-profit through donations of time, money and food. It is operated solely by volunteers.
The Christian Action Guild is located at 1401 Ford Street in Golden.
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The Golden Farmers' Market begins
June 4 and runs every Saturday through October (except for during Buffalo Bill Days on July 30), from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Located west of the Golden library, the market includes a variety of vendors offering everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to homemade jams, soaps and locally sourced honey. There are also plenty of kids activities, food trucks and more.
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Historic Preservation Board Meeting
The Historic Preservation Board (HPB) will meet June 6, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 911 10th Street.
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Golden Library Events - May 31 - June 7
For more information or to register for programs that require pre-registration, please visit the
Golden Library website
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Wear Orange on June 2 to support an end to gun violence
On May 26, 2016, Mayor Marjorie Sloan on behalf of City Council proclaimed June 2, 2016, to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day. This was done to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence and to declare that we as a country must do more to reduce gun violence.
On June 2, the City of Golden is encouraging everyone to wear orange to show their support for common sense solutions that will save lives. This nonpartisan effort encourages focus on finding solutions to end gun violence. For more information on this national effort please visit
wearorange.org.
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We need your input on the future of Golden Parks & Recreation
The City of Golden Parks and Recreation Department has commissioned a Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey as part of an effort to update the 2008 Master Plan. Community input is an important part of this process and helps the Parks and Recreation Department to best tailor the plan to reflect Golden residents' desires and needs.
Go to www.goldenparkssurvey.org/open to fill out the Parks and Recreation public survey. The results of the survey will provide critical information in determining community values, satisfaction levels, needs and priorities, and demographics for Golden Parks and Recreation's long-term planning efforts. Questions asked include what types of programs, facilities, and services residents want in their parks system and where priorities should be placed.
For more information, contact:
Parks and Recreation Executive Assistant/Department Liaison
Ashby Leavell
Office: 303-384-8191
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