Community Update BintheLoop

Oct. 23, 2023

The Broomfield Community Update is your weekly source for news, events, resources and more from the City and County of Broomfield. Find the latest information anytime at Broomfield.org.

Broomfield's Economy Remains Strong

Broomfield’s economy, and, on nearly every metric, Broomfield’s businesses, employees, residents and development, have outpaced the state of Colorado, metro area and local peer communities. See the latest economic update on Broomfield.org news.

Holiday Decoration and Wrapping Paper Swap

Swap your used holiday decorations and wrapping paper for an eco-friendly way to bring new-to-you ornamentation home! Bring your new and gently used decorations to this decoration swap where community members are encouraged to trade second hand decorations. Toiletries and non-perishable foods are accepted in lieu of decoration supplies. Stop by the Eisenhower Room in the Broomfield Library Sunday, Nov. 5 anytime between 2–4 p.m. to swap supplies.

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2023 Coordinated Election's Last Day to Mail

Monday, Oct. 30 is the last recommended day to return a ballot by mail! Colorado does NOT honor postmarks for ballots. Your ballot MUST be received by 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 to be counted. To ensure your vote counts if you are voting after Oct. 30, use one of Broomfield's seven 24-hour secure ballot drop-boxes, or vote in person at the Voter Service and Polling Center at One DesCombes Drive.

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RTD Northwest Rail Peak Service Plan Update

SAVE THE DATE! RTD is hosting another round of two public open houses to provide new information about the Northwest Rail Peak Service Study, including siding locations and community benefits and impacts for the proposed commuter rail between Longmont and Denver. The first open house will be held in Longmont Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 5–7 p.m. at the Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St. The second open house will be held in Broomfield Thursday, Nov. 9 from 5–7 p.m. at the Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way.

Map of proposed Northwest Rail route from Denver to Boulder to Longmont

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2023 One Book One Broomfield

The 2023 One Book One Broomfield title selection is "The Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI" by David Grann. "Killers of the Flower Moon" recounts the sinister murders of Osage nation members and the racial injustices they faced in American History. Join author David Grann for the One Book One Broomfield author talk Thursday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. in the Broomfield Auditorium. This program is free and seating is first come, first served until capacity is reached.

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⚕️ Learn to Use Narcan: Parents and teens, learn how to use Narcan to save a life and reverse an opioid overdose! Join Broomfield Youth for Youth and local public health officials on Nov. 1 from 6–7:30 p.m. at the Broomfield Library to receive a free Narcan kit and training on how to use it. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions.

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👶 Early Childhood Development Screening: Register for a 30-minute time slot for a free early childhood development screening at the Broomfield Library Friday, Nov. 3 between 9 a.m.–1 p.m. This developmental screening is for children ages 3 months–3 years. Learn more and register for this event.

🚶‍♀️ Lake Link Trail Erosion Control Improvements: A portion of the Lake Link Trail will be closed for maintenance in order to limit future erosion caused by a local drainage basin. This segment of the trail will be closed for approximately 8–12 weeks with a tentative start date in October. A detour will be provided for trail users during construction. Learn more.

🗎 Charter Review Committee: Take a moment to see what the Charter Review Committee is discussing and make your voice heard on this matter. Broomfield Charter details the structure and powers of Broomfield as a local government and has been in effect since 1974.

❄️Snow Pals: Doing good FEELS good! Sign up today and make a difference for a neighbor in need by shoveling snow this winter. You will provide peace of mind and a critical service to Broomfield residents. Broomfield.org/BroomfieldPals.

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🍗 Broomfield FISH’s Ham and Turkey Drive: Start Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week off strong by helping FISH, Broomfield’s local food pantry and family resource center, collect 1,000 frozen hams and turkeys to stock their marketplace for the upcoming holiday season. Drop off donations at Broomfield FISH Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10 a.m.–noon.

🧘🏿‍♀️ Yoga Class: Immerse yourself in a Yin Yoga and a Sound and Vibration Bath class at the Crescent Grange Nov. 18 from 7–8:30 p.m. Proceeds from the class will go to Crescent Grange to assist in building an ADA bathroom in the 100+ year old community building. Learn more and register.

Oct. 24:🏛️ Regular Meeting of the City Council

Oct. 25: Multi-Industry Networking and Career Fair

Oct: 26: Fall Senior Dance

Oct. 30: Dia de los Muertos Community Conversation

Visit B-REx.com and Compass.Broomfield.org to find and register for programs, events and classes.

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🚧 Communter Survey: The City and County of Broomfield is pleased to partner with Smart Commute to understand how employees in the North Denver Metro area are commuting to work. Sharing your transportation experience could help inform future projects and programs in our region. Take the survey by Oct. 31 to make your voice heard.

An animatic portrait of Lori staring at the camera with her face rested in her hand

Discover the power of your voice and creativity with Broomfield Out Loud, an innovative project that launched last week at a dynamic event held at The Refuge. The launch featured Broomfield resident Lori Lane as the first official storyteller for the project, and newly created animatic artwork inspired by Lori’s story from Sicangu Lakota and Cherokee artist Kristina Maldonado Bad Hand. Attendees also shared memories through a writing exercise led by Lighthouse Writers Workshop and learned about the four stages of the project: VOICE, CREATE, EXPERIENCE and GROW. Get involved today! Find out more at Broomfield.Org/BroomfieldOutLoud.

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