This Is Aurora City Newsletter
May 19, 2022
Colorado Remembers on May 28 at Colorado Freedom Memorial
Remembering those who gave all

The city of Aurora and the Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation invite you to the annual Colorado Remembers event Saturday, May 28, for a ceremony commemorating those who have served in the military and their families.

Activities begin at 8 a.m. at the Colorado Freedom Memorial, 756 Telluride St., with a free pancake breakfast, displays of military artifacts and themed entertainment.

The heartfelt ceremony and tribute will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m., followed by special tours of the memorial, the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument and various static military displays for all to experience as we gather to honor, educate and remember.

Bring family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and join us as we celebrate those we will never forget. For more information, visit AuroraGov.org/ColoradoRemembers or ColoradoFreedomMemorial.com.
Applications open for Safety and Security Grants
Eligible businesses, nonprofits and community groups in Aurora may apply for grant funding for safety and security upgrades, being funded from $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act grants. Grant funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
2022 Water Quality Report now available
Aurora Water customers have some of the best water around. Most of our water begins as snowmelt high in the mountains, travels about 150 miles to our city and includes the use of reservoirs, the natural river system, pipes, tunnels and pumps.

Stay informed about your water by reading the 2022 Water Quality Report. Aurora Water produces this report to inform customers about testing results and the quality of their drinking water. This annual report, also called the Consumer Confidence Report, is prepared following the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Act amendment.

To ensure the water delivered to more than 386,000 residents is clean, safe and reliable, our award-winning Water Quality Laboratory collects thousands of water samples systemwide and performs over 85,000 tests annually. These samples and tests are reported year-round to the EPA and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Aurora’s water surpasses the strict health standards required by the EPA and the health department.

This report also contains important information about the source and quality of your drinking water and details about our water purification facilities. All three facilities have achieved the Phase IV “Excellence in Treatment” designation, the highest level awarded by the Partnership for Safe Water. Aurora Water is the only water provider in the country to earn this designation at three facilities.

Learn more about Aurora’s water quality and our water sources at AuroraGov.org/CCR. For a mailed copy, email aurorawaterpr@auroragov.org.
Get involved and have a voice and make a difference by applying to serve on the Aurora Youth Commission
IN THE NEWS
Aurora Now
Council Member Town Meetings
Council members are eager to hear from residents and committed to forums in which those conversations can occur. Please visit AuroraGov.org/Council to confirm meeting dates and location information and to find links for joining virtual meetings. If you don't know your council ward, go to AuroraGov.org and click on "Property Info."
  • Meet with Mayor Mike (Mike Coffman) – Saturday, May 21, 2 to 3 p.m., Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway
  • Ward I (Crystal Murillo) - (Budget town meeting) Thursday, May 26, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave.
  • Ward II (Steve Sundberg) - Thursday, May 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place - virtual meeting option available
  • Ward III (Ruben Medina) - (Budget town meeting) Wednesday, June 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
  • Ward IV (Juan Marcano) - Thursday, June 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Colorado Early Colleges, 1400 S. Abilene St. - virtual meeting option available
  • Ward V (Alison Coombs) - Saturday, May 21, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Mission Viejo Library, 15324 E. Hampden Circle.
  • Ward VI (Françoise Bergan) - Wednesday, July 20, 6 to 8 p.m., City of Aurora Public Safety Training Center, 25950 E. Quincy Ave.

City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, May 23, 6:30 p.m.
This will be a hybrid meeting, with attendance both in person and virtually. View online at AuroraTV.org or on cable channels 8 and 880. Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for the agenda. For information on addressing City Council during the meeting, go to AuroraGov.org/Public Comment. 
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway 

City Council Spring Workshop
Saturday, June 4, 8 a.m.
Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for the agenda.  
City of Aurora Public Safety Training Center, 25950 E. Quincy Ave. 

Mayor Mike Live
Thursday, May 26, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
This show has moved to an hour-long format airing every last Thursday of the month, with continued conversations led by Mayor Mike Coffman and Aurora City Council members.
Live on Facebook and AuroraTV.org.

Aurora Fox: "Freaky Friday the Musical!"
Through May 22
The Aurora Fox presents a contemporary musical retelling of the classic Disney film “Freaky Friday.” When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one whacky day to put things right again before mom’s big wedding. With a score by Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Kitt, Disney’s “Freaky Friday the Musical!” is a delightful magical adventure for the entire perfectly imperfect family.
Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.
Information and tickets: AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org/Freaky-Friday

Colorado Remembers
Saturday, May 28, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The city of Aurora invites you to the annual Colorado Remembers event for a ceremony commemorating those who have made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for their country. Activities begin at 8 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast. The ceremony will be followed by special tours of the Memorial, the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument and various static military displays for all to experience as we gather to honor, educate and remember.
Colorado Freedom Memorial (CFM), 756 Telluride St.

Without a Home in Aurora Exhibit
Open through May 29
Housing insecurity is a key issue facing Aurora, and to build a wider understanding of people who are often overlooked, misunderstood or unheard, staff at the Aurora History Museum engaged in an oral history project on the streets of the city. Learn more at Aurora History Museum. Free admission. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway

Memorial Day
Monday, May 30
Municipal offices and courts will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. A full list of city facility closures will be available at AuroraGov.org.  

Neighborhood Engagement Survey
Through May 31
The Housing and Community Services Department is interested in learning how residents engage with their neighbors, neighborhood and the city to best support these efforts with programs that build strong relationships in the community. This survey is conducted twice a year – in the spring and fall seasons.

Yoga in the Garden
Wednesday, June 1, 7 to 8 a.m.
Enjoy a morning doing yoga with instructor Mary Metcalf. Be sure to wear loose-fitting clothes and bring water, a yoga mat and a towel to place on the court surface. Classes will be held from 7 to 8 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month from June through September.
Aurora Water-wise Garden, Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

Arapahoe County Gun Club-Alameda Study Public Meeting
Wednesday, June 1, 6 to 8 p.m.
Arapahoe County will present information on traffic, safety and access associated with the Gun Club/Alameda improvements project. Input and comments are welcome. The county, in cooperation with the city of Aurora, is working on a conceptual design process to address road capacity and safety issues for Gun Club Road and Alameda Avenue. The study areas include Gun Club Road from Sixth Avenue to Mississippi Avenue, and Alameda Avenue from Gun Club Road to Harvest Road. Information on the study is available at ArapahoeGov.com.
E-470 Highway Authority Building, 22470 E. Stephen D. Hogan Parkway

National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Friday, June 3
The Aurora Youth Violence Prevention Program is joining organizations across the county in recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Residents are encouraged to wear orange on this day to honor survivors of gun violence.

Aurora Unity Walk and Roll
Saturday, June 4, 8 to 11:30 a.m.
Join Aurora Sister Cities International, the High Line Canal Conservancy and community partners in the inaugural Aurora Unity Walk and Roll along the High Line Canal to City Center Park. This free community event celebrates youth, peace and unity. A family resource fair will follow with entertainment, guest speakers and refreshments. The Aurora Youth Violence Prevention Program will also lead a brief activity recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Registration is not required.
Walk begins at 8 a.m. at either Community College of Aurora (Centretech) or South Middle School and heads to City Center Park, 14701 E. Alameda Parkway, for the resource fair

Carnival on the Plaza 
Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kick-off summer with our annual event, Carnival on the Plaza! This FREE event will include live entertainment, inflatable rides and attractions, face painting, balloon twisting, custom caricature drawings and frozen treats!
Fletcher Plaza, 9800 E. Colfax Ave.
More information: AuroraGov.org/Events

Free Loader Days
June 11, July 16 and Aug. 13, 8 a.m. to noon (while supplies last)
The city is offering free mulch on select Saturdays as a service to residents working to sustain a healthy landscape in Colorado's arid climate. Bring a pick-up truck or open trailer to have us load it full of mulch, or bring your own shovels and containers to serve yourself.
Near the intersection of East Hampden Avenue and Dawson Street (enter via South Dawson Street and follow the signs)
More information: AuroraGov.org/Trees

Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Mexican Community
Through April 16, 2023
The Aurora History Museum and the city of Aurora Office of International and Immigrant Affairs celebrate Aurora’s Mexican population with a new exhibition. The exhibit showcases vibrant aspects of great cultural and traditional significance to Aurora's Mexican community, such as popular music, art, dance, clothing, popular food and religion. Free admission. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org

COVID-19 Testing Site
Now open until further notice, daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free testing for COVID-19 is provided to anyone who wants to be tested, especially those who have symptoms. No appointment is necessary. No doctor referral, no health insurance, and no proof of identification are required. Online registration in advance is preferred but is not required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults parking lot, 30 Del Mar Circle, at Del Mar Park
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