MAY 2018 * Flowers * SPRING * Memorial Day
Message From the Mayor
With warmer weather on the way this month, it’s time to start planning now for outdoor activities. The Town will be hosting several programs this month to get everyone outside to enjoy the sunshine, trails, parks and open spaces in our community. Members of the Superior Historical Commission will kick off the season with their annual Walk Through Original Superior on May 5th. The free walk will begin at the Superior Historical Museum in Asti Park and make stops at Grasso Park, the site of Superior Train Depot and the Industrial Mine Camp. Then on May 19, the Town's Wildlife Ecologist Ashley DeLaup will teach the basics of bird identification, talk about bird behavior and look for nests in All About Birds in Autrey Park. May also means it's time for the Community Garage Sale and the opening of the North and South Swimming Pools. There are plenty of activities taking place this month to welcome in the warm weather.

Historical Walk through Original Superior - May 5  
Community Garage Sale - May 4 and 5
All About Birds - May 19
Superior Morgul - May 19 and 20
North and South Pools open - May 25

Have a great Spring!

Please see below and visit the Town's website for additional information.
Spring Community Garage Sale

Superior's annual Spring Community Garage Sale is just around the corner on May 4 & 5 . The sale will run from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, RAIN OR SHINE! 

The Spring Garage Sale is sponsored by Caryn Geiger of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and the Town of Superior . Please contact Caryn Geiger at 303-441-2422 with questions.

Community Swimming Pools OPEN May 25th

The community swimming pools are opening soon! It's hard to believe, but the summer swim season is right around the corner.  Pools will open for the season – Friday, May 25 . View information about Pool hours, ID card policies, guest policies/fees, and the Rock Creek Flyers Swim Meet schedule.
First Fridays Coffee with Superior Town Board Members

Please join fellow residents and Superior Town Board Members for this month's First Fridays Coffee on Friday, May 4th , from 7:45 to 9:30 am at Sticks Coffee , One Superior Drive, Unit E, near the main entrance to the Sport Stable in Downtown Superior. Stay for a couple of minutes or the whole time, as your schedule allows. This is an opportunity to chat one-on-one with your elected Town representatives.
The Town of Superior’s Planning Commission invites you to attend one of two upcoming community meetings to continue the dialog initiated last year regarding the future of the northwest area of Superior.

Community Meeting Schedule: ( view meeting flyer )

Monday, May 21
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Rocky Mountain Fire District – Station 5
2701 S. Indiana Street, Superior

Wednesday, May 23
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Sport Stable (Community Room)
1 Superior Drive, Superior

Community participation is a crucial part of this process. This is an opportunity for you to voice your ideas and contribute to our community's decision-making process. These meetings are open to everyone, as are all Town meetings, so please come join the dialog with your neighbors about the future of this part of the Superior community. The same material will be covered at both meetings.

Can't make a meeting? An online input opportunity will be available on the Town's website from May 23-June 8. Information online will mirror that presented during the community meetings. 

Download this flyer for more information about the process, timeline, and future input opportunities.
New Smoking Ordinance for Town Playgrounds, Pavilions, Sports Fields and Sports Courts
Smokers are no longer permitted to light-up at playgrounds, pavilions, sports fields and sports courts, in the Town of Superior. Trustees recently voted to adopt the addition to the communities already limiting ordinance that prohibits smoking in public buildings, consumer stores, and restaurants. Across Colorado, 20 municipalities have a similar ban on outdoor smoking, including neighboring Arvada and Boulder. Nationwide more than 1500 communities don’t allow smoking outdoors in public spaces. 

A team from Stanford has cleared up the popular misconception that fumes from a cigarette smoldering outside dissipate before causing harm. University researchers conducted the first-of-its-kind look at the effects of second-hand smoke outdoors and discovered a non-smoker sitting a few feet downwind from a burning cigarette is likely to be exposed to substantial levels of contaminated air, many times more concentrated than typical background air pollution levels. Superior Mayor Clint Folsom says, “We’ve been receiving complaints in increasing numbers - this addition to our ordinance will ensure a cleaner, healthier environment for all of our residents.”

The addition to the Towns already adopted no-smoking ordinance went into effect last month. The Sheriff’s Office will enforce the new regulations through routine patrols and responses to complaints.

The Town of Superior's official Facebook page can be found at Superior, Colorado when you are logged into Facebook. Follow the link below for the latest Town news, special announcements, project updates, and community event information. Check it out and get connected to what’s happening in your Superior community!

How to Choose and Dispose of Light Bulbs for Your Home
LED bulbs last significantly longer and don't contain toxic mercury.  LEDs (as well as traditional incandescent bulbs) do not contain hazardous chemicals, and may be placed in trash.

CFLs and traditional fluorescent bulbs contain mercury and must be disposed of as hazardous waste and not be placed in trash. Many local stores accept CFLs for recycling or you can take them to Boulder County’s Hazardous Materials Management Facility (HMMF) for disposal.

Get additional information on LED lighting options, energy efficiency and proper disposal of hazardous materials at Boulder County's Resource

Additional light bulb disposal information is available at Eco-Cycle: 

Get the facts about CFLs and Mercury at:

Business Spotlight
Ribbon Cutting at Boulder Community Health
Boulder Community Health and the offices of Northwest Family Medicine officially opened last month at 3 Superior Drive, next to the Sport Stable. The Mayor was accompanied by many Chamber members in welcoming the staff of the family
practice and urgent care facility.

3 Superior Drive, Suite 100A
Superior, CO 80027
303-415-5255

Open 7 Days a Week
7:00 am to 9:00 pm

3 Superior Drive, Suite 100B
Superior, CO 80027
303-415-8940

Mon, Thu 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Tue, Wed, Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am to noon
Top Tier Bikes in Superior
The Town of Superior welcomes Top Tier Bikes to the area. Their bike shop carries a fantastic selection of top-quality products and offers a comprehensive array of bicycle services handling all of your bicycle needs in one place.

405 Center Dr, Suite D
Superior, CO 80027
720-619-8699

Mon: 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM 
Tue: Closed 
Wed - Fri: 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM 
Sat - Sun: 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Lifeguard Summer Job Opportunities
Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job with competitive pay and flexible hours? Then look no further than the Town of Superior outdoor pools! We are looking for enthusiastic and upbeat staff members to fill Lifeguard positions.

Positions are posted on the Town of Superior website Employment page. For additional information please contact Bryan Meyer at 303-499-3675 or by email.
Recreation News
Summer Recreation Guide available at www.superiorrec.com !

This edition of the guide features programs, activities, community events and volunteer opportunities that will take place throughout the summer. Don't miss out - REGISTER TODAY!

Youth and Adult Tennis  
Marcelo Balboa Soccer Camp  
Summer Swim Lessons
Walk with Ease 
Grass Roots Ultimate Disc Camp 
Outdoor Education Programs
Minecraft Programming 
STEM Engineering
Discover SCUBA
Summer Camps
Original Superior Historical Walk 
Community Events and more!
Activity Registration Has Begun!!
NEW Outdoor Pool
CHECK-IN PROCESS For 2018!
In an effort to ensure the Town’s pools are available for resident use, we will be requiring that all residents wanting to use the pools provide us with proof of current residency in the form of a water bill postmarked within 60 days or a current lease document.
This can easily be done online by visiting superiorrec.com, clicking on the Activity Registration button, and logging into your account.

From there simply click on Document Upload under the My Account tab and upload your document. Only one document/utility bill required per household.

We will also accept proof of residency documents at Superior Town Hall and at both pools once they open in May. Once we do receive your document we will take it from there. 

We will verify residency and then activate all current Resident ID cards under your household. There is nothing more for you to do - just head to the pool this summer with your ID card! 

Help us out and upload your document now before the pools open for the summer!
4th of July Parade Theme - Send Us Your Ideas!

The 4th of July will be here before you know it and we need your help! Every year neighbors, friends, groups, families, and businesses come out to the Town of Superior 4th of July Parade and we need your help coming up with an awesome and creative theme! Get your family and friends together and get your creative thinking caps on. Email us with your parade theme ideas! Winner will receive event t-shirts for the whole family.

Please submit ideas by May 18. Have fun!
Town of Superior BTWD Breakfast Station
Leave your keys at home, hop on your bike and join thousands of Coloradan’s as they bike to work on Wednesday, June 27. The Town of Superior will be hosting a station along the US36 Bikeway. The breakfast station will be open from 6:30 am – 9:00 am. Stop on your ride to work for some yummy free food, drawings, a bike tune up and fun giveaways. Hope to see you there – ride safe!
Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Did you know that the Superior Chamber of Commerce has launched new resources for you?!?

Whether you are looking for a new service, a physical map or the source to be right on your phone, use the local businesses that support our community! On behalf of the 250 member businesses, the Superior Street Map is now available and can be found at Town Hall, at the Chamber offices or other local spots. A new local trails map will be coming this summer too! Maybe you are more of a smart phone tool person, then download Superior Source today. Find what you are looking for with Superior Source.
Transit Updates
Local Bus Service -
BUS ROUTE 228
RTD provides Route 228 local bus service between Broomfield, Superior and Louisville, with convenient connections to other transit options along the way.

Superior Call-n-Ride

Just call and we'll pick you up
Call-n-Ride is a personalized bus service that travels within select RTD service areas. Book online or call and you can connect to bus routes, Park-n-Rides, rail stations or to work, school, and appointments. Call-n-Ride is a shared ride. Reservations are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Make your reservation and we'll provide an estimated pickup time. When the bus arrives, pay your exact cash fare. It's that simple.

Learn more about this great service available to Superior residents.
Recent Town Board Actions
Heard a presentation from the Superior Chamber of Commerce (update)

Proclamation for Arbor Day

Proclamation for March for Our Lives

Approved Superior Liquor Tastings Permit  

Continued Public Hearing and Second Reading of an Ordinance approving a Franchise with Public Service Company of Colorado, d/b/a/ Xcel Energy 

Public Hearing and Approval of an Ordinance Approving a Planned Development/Zone District Plan Amendment for Superior Town Center and Approval of a Resolution Approving the Replat, Final Development Plan and Associated Development Improvement Agreement for Superior Town Center Filing 1B, Replat No. 3, in Case Nos. FDP-2018-02 and FP -2018-02 – for a Tesla electrical vehicle sales and service center

Heard a presentation from the Rocky Mountain Fire Protection District 

Adopted a Resolution approving an Agreement with Earth Green Fence Products, Inc. for fence painting, staining and repair service

Adopted a Resolution approving an Agreement with Douwe Studios for the Roundabout Art

Adopted a Resolution Approving an Xcel easement

Public Hearing regarding two Final Plats and Two Final Development Plans for Lot 1, Block 14, Superior Town Center and a Portion of Lot 1, Block 26, Superior Town Center (Case Nos. FP-2018-03, FP-2018-04 & FDP-2018-03 – for a multi-family residential development - Continued the public hearing until the May 29th Board meeting
May Town Board Meetings - May 14th and May 29th

Committee Meetings
May 2nd - SYLC Meeting, 6:30-8:00 pm
May 9th - OSAC Meeting , 6:30-8:30 pm
May 10th - ACES Meeting , 5:30-7:30 pm
May 15th - Planning Commission Meeting, 7:00-9:00 pm
May 16th - PROSTAC Meeting, 7:00-9:00 pm
May 18th - Historical Commission Meeting, 10:00 am-noon
May 24th - CAPS Meeting, 6:00-7:30 pm
Advisory Committee Vacancies
The Town currently has the following Committee vacancies:

Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability (ACES) - 3
Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC) - 3
Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (PROSTAC) - 2

The Town Board appoints residents to serve on Committees and Commissions. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the application and submit it to Karen Snortland , Committee Coordinator at karens@superiorcolorado.gov .

Historical Commission Corner
The second Saturday of the month always means the Superior Historical Museum is open to visitors. Plan on dropping by the Museum during the hours of 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, May 5th. We invite you to view exhibits such as Josephine Roche, the progressive female owner of the Industrial Mine, Miss Oerman, beloved teacher at the Superior School, the Dust Bowl in Superior and Colorado and more! The Museum is located at 2nd and Maple in Original Superior.

In addition, the Commission will host the annual and very popular “Historic Walk Through Old Superior” which will be held after the Museum closes on May 5th. This walk takes us to the homestead and farm buildings in Grasso Park, then on south to the site of the Industrial Mine and Mine Camp. Commission volunteers will lead the walk telling history stories along the way. At the mine site, many foundations are still visible and volunteers will explain what buildings they were associated with and point out the actual spot where the coal mine shaft is located. The walk begins shortly after closing at 2 pm on May 5th. Come early and visit the museum before the walk. Participants should plan on walking 2-3 miles over uneven terrain containing cacti and yucca plants along with old scrap metal. In other words, please wear strong shoes or hiking apparel.  Please RSVP for this FREE event by emailing Bryan Meyers at bryanm@superiorcolorado.gov with the total number of attendees.

For more information, call Bryan Meyer, Town staff, at 303-499-3675 or Larry Dorsey, Commission chair, at 303-499-1969.
At the Firehouse
Spring has arrived, and the community is out enjoying the sunshine. You can reduce your risk of injury while enjoying the weather with a few simple steps. If you are biking, skating or riding a scooter remember to wear a properly fitted helmet. If you are out at dusk or dawn wear light colored clothing and reflective gear if possible. 
When you are crossing roads in the crosswalk, make eye contact with the drivers before crossing and use the signals if there is one.

If you are out landscaping, please take a look at the area around your fire hydrant. The Town of Superior has adopted the 2012 International Fire Code. Fire code requires a 36” circumference around the hydrant to remain clear for fire department access. If you have a fire hydrant on your property it is important that you maintain this area and prevent dirt, vegetation and rocks from piling up or obstructing our ability to use the hydrant.

Thanks for your assistance keeping fire hydrants accessible!
YMCA of Boulder Valley
Upcoming Sports & Ice Programs

Financial assistance is available to those that qualify. Please inquire if you are in need.  www.ymcabv.org

CLICK HERE for upcoming Sports and Ice Programs offered through the YMCA of Boulder Valley or visit www.ymcabv.org for additional information.
May Events

The Town of Superior and City of Louisville have an agreement for Superior residents to use the Louisville Public Library.

CLICK HERE for a list of May Library Events or call 303-335- 4849 for additional information.
Get Involved with Bike to Work Day 2018

Strap on your helmet, map your route and kick your bike into gear because Bike to Work Day is coming up on June 27th! Last year, our region cycled 610,661 miles and saved 265 TONS of CO₂. Help us shatter our record by participating in 2018 Bike to Work Day! 

In preparation for Bike to Work Day, take a joy ride by exploring the US 36 Bikeway and plan your route with Commuting Solutions’ Bike Northwest Map! The Bike Northwest Map includes the most up-to-date GIS data to provide a comprehensive look at all the trails, paths and bike lines in our area! 

Are you or your business interested in becoming more involved with Bike to Work Day this year? Let Commuting Solutions know! From sponsoring your own station or joining forces with other businesses in the area, we’d love for you to join the fun and support our cyclists as they help reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and enhance the health of our region. For more information, contact Jade Krueger at jade@commutingsolutions.org or 303-604-4385.
Call 303-999-3824 or SIGN UP at resourcecentral.org/sprinkler to schedule.

It's easy to sign up and get long-lasting results!
Let Your Lawn Thrive with a Free Sprinkler Consultation!
Just like a car, your sprinklers need an occasional check-up to make sure they’re watering your lawn as efficiently as possible! Get your system checked with a FREE sprinkler consultation by Resource Central and the Town of Superior.

Consultations last about 90 minutes but could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year and keep your lawn healthy.
Book Drop at Town Hall is Accessible 24/7/365

Superior and Louisville work together to provide library services to Superior residents, which includes a library book drop box at Superior Town Hall for the convenience of Superior residents. A new book drop box has been installed with an access slot in the front door, so the book drop is now available any day and time to drop off library materials.

Books are collected no later than 3:00 pm Monday through Friday and delivered to the Louisville Library. Any items dropped off after 3:00 pm, or over weekends or holidays, will be delivered to the library on the next business day. Late fees will be accrued for items until they are delivered and checked-in at the library. Library materials can renewed online at www.louisville-library.org or by calling 303-774-3798. You will need your library card number for any renewals.

Library patrons with questions about the library materials or library procedures can contact the Louisville Public Library Circulation Desk at 303-335-4822.
Got Large Household Items to Get Rid Of?

If you have large household items to dispose of, there are local options available:

  • Both the Town and Rock Creek HOA provide trash and recycling collection services through contracts with Waste Connections, and the firm provides year-round large item pick-up to residents for a small fee. Call 303-288-2100, or click wcdenver.com to find out more and schedule a pick-up day.


Yard Waste Services
The Town's Yard Waste site, located at 2125 Honey Creek Lane, is open year-round to accommodate the extended Colorado growing season.

CLICK HERE for additional info and hours.
Tips for Securing Trash on Windy Days
CLICK HERE for procedures that can be used at all times but are specifically recommended when high winds are forecasted for - or occur during - trash/recycling collection day.

Bulk Item Discard Options
CLICK HERE for a list of options to discard or recycle unwanted bulk items.

Doo Gooder Superior
DOG POO DOESN’T ONLY STINK, IT CAN MAKE US ALL SICK! Our beautiful parks and trails need your help!

Watch the quick video to the right or CLICK HERE to learn more!
Household Hazardous Wastes Accepted for Disposal
The Town of Superior partners with Boulder County to dispose of household hazardous waste items, as well as provide free reusable products from their inventory.

CLICK HERE for more info, location and contact details.