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City of Golden /
911 10th Street /
Golden, CO
(303) 384-8000
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Happy St. Patrick's Day!
This Thursday we celebrate the heritage and culture of the Irish. Here's a little piece of trivia - Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national festival!
Meanwhile, there's plenty happening this week that doesn't require you to wear green, including several city meetings, and Coffee with a Councilor - North Neighborhoods this Sunday. Please keep reading to see what's going on in the City.
Whether or not you choose to don the green and your best Irish brogue this Thursday, we hope you have a happy, safe and lucky week!
Your friends at the City of Golden
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Linking Lookout (US 6 & 19th St. Interchange)
Here's what's happening on the Linking Lookout project this week:
- Utility line relocation - Power lines over US 6 will be dropped over night on March 19.
- Retaining wall construction to provide space for the US 6 eastbound off ramp to 19th Street continues in the northwest quadrant.
- Walls for the concrete tunnel that allows the US 6 trail to go under the US 6 westbound off ramp to 19th Street will be poured.
- There will continue to be some lane closures on eastbound US 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for truck loading. These closures have not caused any delays.
- Clearing of trees in the NE quadrant and hillside benching for the 54" storm-sewer will begin.
- Sanitary sewer service line from CSM waste treatment experimental station relocated.
Retaining wall construction to provide space for the US 6 eastbound off ramp to 19th Street is ongoing in the northwest quadrant, which will mean right lane closures on EB US 6 every day this week.
Please note, these plans can change at any time depending on weather and other factors.
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West Fork Kenney Run Drainage Improvement Project
This week crews are working on fencing and landscaping. A walk-through with urban drainage last week produced a minor punch list.
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Water Meter Replacement
In late March, the City of Golden will begin replacing water meters that have been in service more than 10 years, starting with the Rimrock neighborhood. Notices will go out in water bills so be on the lookout, but here's what you should know.
To complete this project, the contractor, Keystone Utility Systems (KUS) must have access to your water meter to replace the existing meter and rewire and install a new remote register in the meter pit or on the house. If your water meter is inside the house you will receive a separate notice requesting that you schedule an appointment to replace your meter. If your meter is outside in a meter pit, an appointment won't be necessary. This is a system-wide meter replacement project and all City of Golden water customers with older meters will have their water meter replaced. There is no expense to the customer. The entire cost of installation is covered by the City of Golden Water Department.
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Hot Tub Makeover
If you enjoy a nice leisurely soak in the hot tub at the Golden Community Center, mark it on your calendar - the hot tub will be closed for a couple of weeks beginning the week of March 21. When you come back in April, t
he hot tub will be better than ever with new jets and new tile! (**Please note, there are no plans at this time to convert the GCC Hot Tub into a time machine, but we still think you'll like the updates!)
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US 6 Clear Creek Canyon Closure
As part of construction on the Peaks to Plains Trail project, Jefferson County will be closing US 6 overnight through Clear Creek Canyon for the installation of two large, steel bridges over Clear Creek tonight, March 15 from 8 p.m. until 3 a.m., and again on Wednesday, March 16 from 8 p.m. until 3 a.m. Access to the Black Hawk casinos will be maintained via a detour route using I-70 and SH 119 to US 6.
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet today, March 15 at 7 p.m. in the Golden Community Center at 1470 10th Street in Golden.
At the meeting, the board will discuss Hockey Stop Pickle Ball Courts and Parfet Park. There will also be an update on the Parks & Recreation Master Plan.
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Golden Library Events - March 15 - 22
- Lego Play and Build (March 15 & 22, 4-5 p.m.) - You're never too old (or young!) to play with LEGOs! Join the Golden Library all-ages LEGO Play and Build program. Build something based on the month's theme or use your imagination! Everyone is welcome, just drop-in.
- Golden Library Book Group (March 15, 5-6 p.m.) - Join other book lovers for the Tuesday Night Book Group at the Golden Library. This month the discussion will be A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson.
- Spring Break Fun: Movie Time at the Golden Library! (March 22-25, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.)
It's Spring Break Fun with popcorn and movies Tuesday through Friday at 1 p.m.!
Here's what's playing:
- Tuesday, March 22: Big Hero 6, rated PG (102 minutes)
- Wednesday, March 23: Inside Out, rated PG (95 minutes)
- Thursday, March 24: Frozen, rated PG (102 minutes)
- Friday, March 25: Minions, rated PG (91 minutes)
Space is limited to 45 patrons for each showing so come early to grab your spot!
For more information or to register for programs that require pre-registration, please visit the
Golden Library website
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Citizen Budget Advisory Committee
The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee will meet on March 16 at 7:30 a.m. in City Council Chambers.
The main topics of discussion will be as follows:
- Approval of Minutes
Sales Tax (emailed)
- Grants Administration Update - Aleah Menefee
- Review of Economic Situation and Staff Reaction
- CBAC Budget Summary Brochure
- Review of Fund Balance Policy
- Employee Benefits Update - Teresa Reilly
- City Updates
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Planning Commission Study Session
The Planning Commission will meet March 16 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.
During the study session, Planning Commission will discuss draft revisions to the City's sign code, which is Chapter 18.32 of the Municipal Code, designed primarily to simplify its usage.
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City Council Regular Business Meeting & Study Session
The Golden City Council will hold a regular business meeting on March 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 911 10th Street.
At the meeting City Council will consider the following items:
- Consent Matters (all items listed will be treated as one item and one vote. For a full list of items included, please see the Meeting Agenda.)
- Council will hear from Sean Walsh from Citizens from Arts to Zoo (CATZ) regarding SCFD funding.
- Council will consider approval of a draft Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the City pertaining to a federal grant to implement a Bike Library in Golden.
- Council will consider approval of a draft Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the City pertaining to a federal grant to implement a Bike Library in Golden.
- Council will consider approval of The South Golden Road Neighborhoods Plan, and incorporating it into The Golden Comprehensive Plan.
- Council will review Resolution No. 2479, a recommendation from the Community Sustainability Advisory Board to join the Colorado Communities for Climate Action in support of advancing regional energy initiatives.
- The Golden Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan adopted in 2008 needs to be updated. GreenPlay LLC of Louisville Colorado is being recommended to provide this work for the amount of $49,999.00 with completion by September, 2016.
Council will adjourn into Study Session following the regular business meeting for a discussion of the Astor House Rehabilitation Project, and to discuss the boards and commissions interview process.
To view the full agenda for more information on all items to be considered, as well as information on other upcoming board meetings, please visit our Agendas, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedule page.
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Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Showcase
The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce a special showcase performance featuring its talented musicians performing in small ensembles. The Showcase will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Golden.
A reception with light refreshments will follow the performance and offer an opportunity for audience members to meet the musicians. Tickets are $10 and are available at the door. Children accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge.
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Coffee with a Councilor - North Neighborhoods
Join District 2 Golden City Councilor Casey Brown for coffee at Natural Grocers on March 20, 10 a.m. and discuss the things that matter to you and your community!
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DDA Meeting
The Golden DDA will meet on March 21 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
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Jeffco Open Space Accepting Applications for Youth Employment
Summer job applications by Jefferson County youth ages 14 to 18 will be accepted from March 1 to March 31 by Jeffco Open Space for the 2016 Trails Stewardship Team (TST).
The Trail Stewardship Team was created in 1975 to provide young people with summer employment opportunities to build trails and maintain Open Space Parks while developing a positive stewardship ethic for natural resources and protected areas. The work is challenging, rewarding and physically demanding.
Applications are
available online during the month of March. The application process mirrors typical workplace recruitments, providing a real-work experience from start to finish.
Selection to the TST will follow an in-person interview. No longer will a random drawing or lottery be used for selection.
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The Future of the Golden Library and the Jeffco Public Library System
Jefferson County residents are invited to attend community meetings sponsored by Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL). Library executives will share recent accomplishments, preview coming attractions and invite community feedback.
"In Nov. 2015, Jefferson County residents paGolden Libraryssed a ballot initiative to increase the Library's mill levy for the first time in 29 years," said Pam Nissler, executive director, JCPL. "As a result, we are now able to begin to restore services, better meet residents' needs and put JCPL back on a path to excellence. These are exciting times for JCPL, and we look forward to sharing our future plans with the community."
Meetings Dates and Times
- Saturday, March 12, 1-2 p.m. - Evergreen Library, 5000 Hwy 73, Evergreen
- Saturday, March 19, 1-2 p.m. - Arvada Library, 7525 West 57th Ave., Arvada
- Monday, March 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Columbine Library, 7706 West Bowles Ave., Littleton
- Thursday, March 31, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Lakewood Library, 10200 W. 20th, Lakewood
All interested parties are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
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Garden in a Box kits now on sale!
The City of Golden and the Center for ReSource Conservation offer an easy, fun and affordable way to create beautiful, water-conserving gardens through the purchase of a Garden In A Box kit.
Garden In A Box kits are now on sale!
Garden In A Box, a selection of professionally designed, perennial gardens that use Xeric (low water) plants, offers residents a simple approach to an eye-catching yard. These affordable, do-it-yourself garden kits come with starter plants, a Plant and Care Guide, and plant-by-number maps.
Gardens are offered by the City of Golden in partnership with the Center for ReSource Conservation. $25 discounts are available while supplies last to Golden residents. To view the full garden collection visit
Conservationcenter.org/gardens
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This spring, the City of Golden is partnering with the Center for ReSource Conservation (CRC) to offer Water-Wise Landscape Seminars on Xeriscape and other sustainable landscaping practices. These expert-led seminars are offered at no cost to residents, and they are open to everyone. Throughout the month of April, CRC will be hosting 13 seminars in 8 different communities across the Front Range. To check out the full line-up and register, visit ConservationCenter.org/Water-Wise-Seminars.
Topic: Low Water Landscaping Tips and Tricks
Date: Mon. April 4, 2016
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Golden Community Center, Coal Creek Room - North; 1470 10th St. Golden, CO 80401
Speaker: Deryn Davidson, Horticulturist and Landscape Architect with CSU Extension
Low Water Tips and Tricks
From plant selection to landscape design to irrigation scheduling, we are bombarded with decisions when it comes to managing our landscape. This seminar will explore a variety of low-water tips and tricks for reducing your outdoor summer water use, and it will provide the knowledge, tools, and resources necessary to create your own water-wise landscape plan at home. Join local horticulturist, Deryn Davidson, as she shares the secret ingredients to a successful and low-maintenance landscape that requires less water while also contributing to the beauty of your surroundings.
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