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Free After School Fun for Middle Schoolers: Looking for a safe and fun place to hang out after school? Broomfield middle school students can enjoy FREE access to the Paul Derda Recreation Center and Broomfield Community Center every weekday! Just show your Broomfield middle school I.D. for entry between 3–5 p.m. and stay as long as you’d like! Thank you to the Broomfield Communities that Care Coalition and Broomfield Recreation Services for making this program possible.

Partial Property Tax Refund Program: The deadline to apply for the Partial Property Tax Refund Program is quickly approaching! As a senior, veteran, resident with a disability, or a surviving spouse, you may qualify. Visit Broomfield.org/HousingPrograms to access the online application, review in-person consultation dates, and learn more about the program. For assistance, email propertytaxrefund@broomfield.org or call 303-438-6350. Se habla español. Submit your application before Oct. 30 to take advantage of this program.

Prairie Dog Policies and Code Update: Join the Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC) on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. for the launch of Broomfield’s Prairie Dog Policies and Code Update. This initial session offers an overview of current guidelines, kicking off an effort to streamline permitting, modernize standards and encourage science-based best practices. Future meetings will feature opportunities for public feedback. Residents can view upcoming agendas and learn more about existing guidelines at Broomfield.org/PrairieDogs.

Come Meet Your Broomfield Police Department (BPD): Join the BPD for a Community Meet and Greet on Sunday, Sept. 27, from 2–5 p.m. at Carniceria Chihuahua (1495 US-287). Stop by to meet and talk with local officers, detectives and victim advocates in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Attendees can ask questions, pick up safety resources, and enjoy free giveaways. Drop in anytime to say hello and get to know the team serving the community!

Support Wildlife Coexistence this Fall: Learn more about fall eviction from the Broomfield Wildlife Masters! Find tips for securing your yard from unwanted wildlife and learn about species including voles, skunks, raccoons, rabbits and more! The Broomfield Wildlife Masters are local resident volunteers who answer questions about wildlife through tabling and a hotline. If you have a wildlife related question or conflict, call 303-464-5554 and leave a detailed message.

NOTICE: There are two Broomfield Council meetings this week.

These items are subject to change. Visit Broomfield.org/CouncilMeetings for additional information.

RTD Service Changes: Starting Sunday, Sept. 27, RTD September Service Changes will be in effect, including the extension of Route 53 to St. Anthony North Hospital and the expansion of the Access-A-Ride boundary in Broomfield. Community members will be able to access expanded weekday FlexRide service until 9 p.m., increased capacity in the Broomfield service area and new Sunday service running 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Free Meetups for People in Recovery: The Phoenix has new meetups in Broomfield! The Phoenix’s mission is to build a sober active community that fuels resilience and harnesses the transformational power of connection. Broomfielders can sign up for a free bowling meetup on Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m., or weekly yoga on Mondays. Learn more and register for all Phoenix events at www.newform.org.

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