The Broomfield Community Update is your weekly source for news, events, resources and more from the City and County of Broomfield. Find the latest information anytime at Broomfield.org. |
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2022 Year in Review
As the City and County of Broomfield community, we want to be sure you know how your city and county works for you. In this Year in Review, you will find some of our biggest accomplishments of this past year and insight on how your taxpayer dollars are used to fund your programs and services. As we recognize and celebrate the many accomplishments in 2022, we remain resolute on continuing with a solid foundation and strategic approach to solidify a financial and sustainable future in 2023 and beyond.
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Boards and Commissions Applications Open Now
Looking for a New Yearโs Resolution that will make a difference in your community? Try serving on a City and County of Broomfield board or commission! Board and commission members are Broomfield residents who provide their unique perspectives and input on projects impacting the future of our community. By serving on a board or commission you can help create diverse, equitable and inclusive representation of Broomfield. Apply by Jan. 31 at 5 p.m. at Broomfield.org/BandC. |
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New at the Library
Explore the new Welcoming Library collection, as part of the libraries commitment to celebrate diversity. This collection includes picture books featuring and celebrating the diverse experiences of new arrivals and new Americans. These books will be permanently displayed in the library lobby and feature discussion questions in the back of the books, making them perfect for use in a classroom or with a group. This collection hopes to build belonging through books and encourage all groups and ages to have conversations on immigration, welcoming and belonging.
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Free Radon Test Kits
Broomfielders can order a free home radon test kit while supplies last! Radon is an odorless, tasteless and invisible gas that forms naturally in soil and can seep into your home. Long-term exposure to radon can increase the risk of lung cancer. Almost 47% of radon tests done in Broomfield between 2005 and 2021 had elevated levels of radon. Donโt delay; order today!
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Employment Opportunities
Are you interested in working with the City and County of Broomfield? Now hiring for Court Security Officer, Civil Specialist, Communications Specialist (911 Dispatch), Police Records Specialist, Senior Landscape Architect Senior Network Engineer and more! To learn more about available positions, visit Broomfield.org/Jobs. |
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Resources:
โ๏ธ Virtual Legal Clinics at the Library: Join a free legal clinic for people who do not have an attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for civil legal issues, including family law, civil litigation, property law and more. Registration required.
๐ Holiday Tree Recycling: Drop off your holiday tree for recycling between Dec. 17 and Jan. 8 at one of eight collection sites throughout Broomfield.
๐ณ Wildlife Masters: Use the Broomfield Wildlife Masters help line at 303-464-5554 to leave your contact information and a message describing the wildlife conflict you may be experiencing.
๐ Brainfuse HelpNow: Utilize this live tutoring in both English and Spanish everyday from 2-11 p.m. with tutors who are cleared through background checks, possess a four-year degree and have prior teaching experience. Students can receive writing assistance with the Writing Lab, utilize the LEAP Learning Platform with a targeted test prep center or use the Adult Learner section for US Citizenship test preparation.
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๐ผ Broomfield City Council Vacancy: Do you want to make a difference in the Broomfield Community? Apply now to represent your community as part of the Broomfield City Council. The application is now available and must be submitted by Jan. 6 at 5 p.m.
๐ญ Broomfield Auditorium Rental Process Change: The Broomfield Auditorium has changed its reservation process to better serve all of the different organizations looking for dates in the Auditorium. Learn more.
๐ Broomfield Library and Auditorium Closure: The Broomfield Library and Auditorium will be closed from Jan. 16-Jan. 20 for staff training.
๐ New Broomfield History Collections: Explore the archived historical photos, items and information on the new Broomfield History Collections database which has moved to a new and improved database software.
๐๏ธ Disposable Bag Fee: Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, a new Colorado law will require businesses with more than three locations to impose a 10-cent fee on single-use plastic and paper bags. Stop by the Broomfield Health and Human Resources Building or the George Di Ciero City and County Building to pick up a Broomfield reusable bag (Limit two)! Learn more.
โฐ๏ธ Top 10 Active Outdoor Ideas - Winter Addition: Colorado has 360 days of sunshine, with trails to hike, even in the winter! Open Space and Trails wants to share some ideas for fun outdoor activities on open space, parks and trails. See you on the trails!
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Visit Broomfield Voice to give feedback on a variety of community projects, including:
๐ฒ Open Space, Parks, Recreation and Trails Plan Refresh: The City and County of Broomfield is using a combination of focus group discussions, community events, a survey and conversations with diverse populations to elicit feedback on the Plan Refresh. Follow this project and submit comments or questions.
๐ RTD Northwest Rail Peak Service Study: RTD has initiated a study as part of RTD's ongoing commitment to the FasTracks plan, which includes extending commuter rail service from Denver Union Station to Longmont. The study will evaluate how best to provide โrush-hourโ service between Longmont to Denver. Open House and online self-guided bilingual meetings will be made available in January.
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Happy New Year, Broomfield! Families and friends alike gathered to say "goodbye" to the old and welcome in the new with a promise to do something better in the year to come. It is a time to reflect on the past and all the lessons learned while forgiving past mistakes so one can form new habits. With all that, the City and County of Broomfield looks towards the future with optimism. |
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