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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 We hope you had a safe and fun Labor Day weekend!
In addition to being the cut-off date for wearing white, it's also a date that reminds us summer is waving goodbye and autumn is knocking at the door. Lucky for us, autumn along the Front Range is beautiful, and we look forward the show nature has in store. Before you start unpacking the parkas, however, we have a few warm days left, and several activities to enjoy them with, including the annual Fire & Safety Preparedness Day happening this Saturday. This is a great opportunity to meet Golden firefighters and learn more about keeping yourself and your loved ones safe. Read on for this week's run-down of the when and where of all the other great things happening in Golden, and have a great week (you can still wear white if you want to - we won't judge)!
Your friends at the City of Golden
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Heritage Road Update
The intersection at W. 4th Ave was closed on August 31 and remains closed this week with message boards alerting traffic.
Heritage Rd is closed from the north side of the Kimball roundabout to the south side of the Eagle Ridge roundabout.
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2015 Concrete Replacement project
The contractor has moved out of town but will be back next week to complete some miscellaneous parks replacement.
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2015 Street Improvements project
Crews are currently working to repave South Golden Rd, which necessitates some traffic detours. Tuesday, Johnson Rd and Lunnonhaus (Summit Village) roundabouts were worked on.
Wednesday, crews will repave the Utah St roundabout from about 7:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Ulysses St roundabout from about 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. One intersection will be closed at a time and traffic detoured while work is completed.
The remainder of the paving between intersections will be completed on Thursday and Friday with single lane closures.
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2015 Utility Replacement
- New water main in Virginia St. will be completed this week.
- Crews will begin water main replacement at Perry Parkway and Perry Dr.
- Sewer CIPP installation in Mt Zion Dr. and Iowa St areas continues.
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Stormwater Work
Crews are continuing maintenance operations in Tucker Gulch this week. The are installing gabion baskets to repair flood damage.
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West Fork Kenney Run Drainage Improvements
With the Corps permit for the entire project obtained last week, work moves forward.
This week,
Naranjo is forming the deck for an anticipated Friday pour.
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Gateway Village Development
The Gateway Village water tank and pump station are currently under construction. The partially constructed tank is visible from I-70 at the hogback and expected to be completed by mid-December. The tank will be approximately 30' tall and will have a storage capacity of 300,000 gallons.
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W. 52nd Ave. Closure scheduled Sept 10 - 12
While this is not a City project, it will impact Golden roads, so please be aware that
Jefferson County is continuing a project to widen and reconstruct McIntyre Street.
In order to limit the traffic impacts and complete the work as quickly as possible, a three day closure of W. 52
nd Avenue starting at 7 a.m. on Sept 10 through 7 p.m. Sept 12 will be necessary.
Work hours will be from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., but may be extended to as late as 7 p.m. as necessary.
Any questions should be directed to the project's contractor, HEI Civil at 303-482-6152.
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Economic Development Commission Meeting
The Economic Development Commission will meet
at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on September 8. At the upcoming meeting, the Commission will r
eview and update the 2015 work plan and activities.
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City Council Meeting
Golden City Council will meet on September 10 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. At the upcoming meeting, Council will consider the following:
- Public Art Commission has proposed an ordinance to simplify the current calculation for appropriating funds for the City's Art in Public Places program.
- Council will consider an ordinance adjusting sections of the Golden Municipal Code to eliminate the category of "political signs" from regulation under the Golden Sign Code.
- A resolution where the City of Golden and the City of Black Hawk will enter into a mutual aid agreement to respond to requests for assistance to serious fire and/or emergency incidents in both jurisdictions.
- An Intergovernmental Agreement between The City Of Golden and The City And County Of Denver regarding Urban Area Security Initiative grants awarded to Denver.The agreement will allow for the purchase of emergency responder equipment for incidents relating to active shooter, planning, conducting and evaluating exercises and allow for improved interoperability between all emergency response agencies within the Denver Metro Area.
- A request to accept conveyance of drainage easements for the existing drainage channel W. Fork Kenny Run. The acceptance of this easement formalizes the City's right to access the channel for inspection and maintenance. The easement further authorizes temporary use of Jefferson County School District R1 land during construction of the Kenny Run Channel Improvements project.
- A request to approve transfer of funds in the amount of $4,678.00 from the discontinued Certified VIN Inspection Program into the General Fund as required by law. The Police Department has discontinued the program, prompting the need to transfer the fund balance.
- A Resolution Of The Golden City Council Supporting the Jefferson County Library Mill Levy Increase On The November 3, 2015 Ballot.
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GURA Meeting
The Golden Urban Renewal Authority will meet
at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on September 14. At the upcoming meeting, GURA will consider the following:
- A Revised GURA Bylaws discussion.
- Recognition Ceremony for Previous GURA board members and Trenna Daniells.
- Development and Operations issues including a Miners Point report, a Prospector Place monthly report, and Triangle Investment in the Central Neighborhoods URA.
- Staff reports on Corrective Measures for the 1250 Jackson Street Garage Update; City Capital Improvement Projects for Colfax; Parking Options for Downtown.
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RESCHEDULED: Parks & Recreation Board Meeting
The Parks & Recreation Board Meeting originally scheduled for September 15 has been moved to Tuesday, September 29, 7 p.m. at the Golden Community Center.
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Family Walk with a Doc!
Walking just 30 minutes a day can significantly improve your health. Bring the whole family and embrace the opportunity to get to know your local Doc! A brief stop will be made at one of the local playgrounds for the kids and provide opportunity for the parents to ask questions.
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Jeffco Innovators' Workshop
 Come to this JeffCo Innovators' Workshop to meet and hear from Rob Bender - a successful, Golden-based entrepreneur - and learn about his innovations and how he built his business to become an important player in the oil & gas industry, while making his clients more profitable. A win-win for him and his clients!
Where: Golden City Hall
When: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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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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Be a Tool! Neighborhood Rehab Project
 Join your community to help your neighbors at Golden's annual day of service! Volunteers of all ages and abilities are needed for the family-friendly event on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Online registration is now closed, but you can still complete a walk-up registration at 8:30 a.m. at the Hillside Community Church located at
103 North Ford Street
. This is also where those who have pre-registered should meet.
The Neighborhood Rehab Project (NRP) focuses on assisting elderly, disabled, and those who just need some extra help, all within the Golden community. Some of the projects will include roof repairs, painting, replacing fencing, weatherizing homes, weeding, planting flowers, and much more. In the past, this event included around 40 to 50 projects and 300 to 400 volunteers. They are looking for volunteers of all skill levels and can use your help; bring the whole family! This is the perfect event to give back to your community, meet new people, and help those in need.
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Fire Safety & Preparedness Day
 Fire Safety & Preparedness Day offers the community an annual reminder of the importance of planning ahead to keep themselves and their families safe. Citizens and visitors of Golden have a chance to interact directly with their first responders, and get important information and updates on community safety best practices. By proactively focusing on fire and life safety awareness, the Golden Fire Department hopes to limit the potential damages and injuries that our citizens and their property may experience each year.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12
Where: Golden Fire Station #1, 911 10th St.
It's a great event for all ages, covering topics such as exit drills in the home, texting and driving, fire extinguisher use, and safe cooking practices; there's also a car seat check station, fun activities for the little ones, free refreshments and prize drawings. This is a great opportunity to meet your Golden Firefighters! Safety Day is a family-oriented event hosted by the Golden Fire Department and the University of Colorado Health Burn Center.
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Golden School Forum
Join an impressive panel of local educators for the third annual Golden School Forum on September 15 at 7 p.m. in Golden Council Chambers, 911 10th St.
The panel and others will discuss matters of interest to the community relevant to our schools. Panel members include:
- Dan McMinimee, Jeffco Schools superintendent
- Brian Conroy, Golden High School principal
- Bridget Jones, Bell Middle School principal
- Samantha Hollman, Mitchell Elementary principal
- Michelle Applegate, Welchester Elementary PTA president
- Kim Brock, Golden Schools Foundation chair
- Marjorie Sloan, Golden mayor
The panel will discuss matters such as the quality of education our students receive, areas needing improvement, and how the public can help ensure our children will continue to receive the kind of education they need.
The forum is open to the public, and attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions to the panel.
*Please note that the forum will NOT deal with topics related to the Jeffco Board of Education.
The forum is sponsored by The Rotary Club of Golden.
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Skateboard Park Public Meeting
Looking forward to the new skateboard park currently being redesigned? Don't miss the next Skateboard Park public meeting on Monday, September 21, 6:30 p.m. at the Golden Community Center.
Team Pain will present the latest conceptual design based on citizen input from the previous public meeting.
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Flu Shots available to the public
 The City of Golden will offer flu shots to the public on Wednesday, September 30 at the Golden Community Center. Payment (price to be determined) can be by cash, check or participating insurance including Medicare Part B (as primary insurance).
When: 7 to 10 a.m. & 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30
Where: Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St.
Children must be at least four years old to take part and anyone under 18 years old must have a parent with them.
Vaccination is still the best way to prevent getting influenza and vaccination is recommended for almost everyone.
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Hours at Golden History Center changing
 The Golden History Center is expanding its hours of operation to include more holidays.
In an effort to better serve its visitors, the Golden History Center will now be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. six days per week, year round. Additionally, effective Labor Day weekend, GHC is switching its weekly closed day from Monday to Tuesday. As a result the museum will now be open on most national holidays.
Admission to the Golden History Center at 923 10
th St. in Golden is $3. Children 6 and under are free.
Golden History Museums is the division of Golden's Parks and Recreation Department that oversees the city's historical assets. Other properties under the museum umbrella include the Astor House and the Clear Creek History Park. For more information on those properties and a complete list of closed days please visit
GoldenHistory.org or call 303-278-3557.
Golden History Museums engages and inspires visitors by preserving and sharing Golden's history.
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Candidates running for November elections
 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.
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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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