Sept. 26, 2022
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120th Ave Multimodal Project
Share your feedback to help the City and County of Broomfield and the Colorado Department of Transportation develop concepts to improve the US 287/120th Avenue Corridor. This project is looking for ways to improve safety and multimodal capacity for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles and public transit. Take a resident or business owner survey by Nov. 17 to help identify gaps in accessible multimodal travel along the corridor. Business owners can also participate in a virtual Q&A Panel this Wednesday, Sept. 28.
Broomfield Library Community Ofrenda
Honor your ancestors, those who have been lost and our diverse community with the Broomfield Library Community Ofrenda. Contribute items of your own to carry on the traditions of previous generations or simply pay respects to this cultural tradition. The ofrenda will be on display from Oct. 2 through Oct. 22 in the library. Celebrate Dia de los Muertos and the Community Ofrenda on Oct. 22 in the Eisenhower Room with cultural crafts and storytelling.
Historic Baseball Game (Rescheduled)
The Historic Baseball game has been rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1! Swing by the beautiful Zang Spur Park and cheer on either the Blue Stockings of Denver or the D & RG Reds of Colorado Springs! The game starts at 11:30 a.m. and is free to the public.
Shred Day
Protect your identity while securely destroying any confidential items such as tax, medical and bank forms for free at the Fall Shred-It event. Broomfield residents can shred a maximum of three boxes of paperwork at the Shred-It event on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Shred-It will also take up to three 32-gallon trash bags of already shredded paper. No appointment is required.
Employment Opportunities
Are you interested in working with the City and County of Broomfield? Now hiring for Senior Procurement Specialist, Tai Chi Instructor, Child Watch Provider, Communications Specialist (9111 Dispatch), Custodian, Irrigation, Streets, Utilities and more! To learn more about available positions, visit Broomfield.org/Jobs.
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🦌 Preventing Deer Damage: While no plant is “deer proof” there are certain species that are less attractive to deer that you can plant. Get more information and check out the demonstration garden south of the City and County Building.
💼 In-Person Multi-Industry Career Fair: Ready to pursue a new career? The Broomfield Workforce Center can help! Join the Workforce Center at 100 Spader Way on Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 2-4 p.m. Learn more. 
♻️ Household Hazardous Waste Day: Drop off your hazardous household waste, including electronic waste, at Broomfield’s Oct. 8 event! Make an appointment.
👪 Let's Talk About Puberty, Sex and Consent: Join the two-part workshop parents/caregivers of young people at the library to get some tips and learn how to have these important conversations.

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📚 One Book One Broomfield: Stop by one of the supporting programs in September and October to celebrate the 2022 One Book One Broomfield title, "The Honey Bus" by Meredith May!
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Snow Pals: Help a neighbor safely leave their homes this winter by shoveling their walkways as a Snow Pals volunteer! Learn more and apply.
💼 Workforce Center: Celebrate the final week of Workforce Development Month with the theme, Workforce Works! Workforce allows specialists to help clients learn the right skills for the careers they want! View the event calendar to learn more!
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Oct. 11:🏛️ Regular Meeting of the City Council (agenda coming soon at Broomfield.org/Council)

Visit B-REx.com and Compass.Broomfield.org to find and register for programs, events and classes.
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Feedback Opportunities
Visit Broomfield Voice to give feedback on a variety of community projects, including:

🚘 Huron Street Widening: Take a survey and add pins to an interactive map to help inform the conceptual design phase of the Huron Street Widening and Realignment project from 150th Avenue to 160th Avenue.

👨‍🦽 Midway Multimodal Action Plan: Provide your feedback on the Midway Boulevard Draft Concept Plans by Oct. 3 as part of the final round of public engagement! Share your ideas, experiences and provide feedback on options aimed at improving mobility, comfort and safety with a focus on making improvements for walking, bicycling and speed compliance in the Midway corridor.
e are Broomfield
Broomfield Youth for Youth (Y4Y) was recognized for their significant contributions to the community of Broomfield at the 2022 Heart of Broomfield Awards and was presented with the Youth Award. The community coalition was acknowledged for focusing on helping teens live healthier lives and have a voice within their communities when it comes to youth substance prevention and building positive relationships. Thank you to all the individuals involved who are promoting healthier choices for young people.
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