Community and Neighborhood Resources

The city of Longmont is proud to act as a liaison with community gardens who operate independently but contribute to our overall community. A community garden allows people to learn from one another, make new connections, build relationships, and take care of the environment.

Solve problems in individual neighborhoods, as well as connect neighborhoods to resources to assist with their concerns. Our office will assist neighborhoods with coordinated City, community and neighborhood actions to effectively address current neighborhood concerns. For more information please call Community and Neighborhood Resources at (303) 651-8721.

The Neighborhood Group Leaders Association consists of representatives from each of Longmont’s registered neighborhood groups. There are currently over 50 Longmont neighborhoods actively participating in the Association. The Neighborhood Group Leaders Association was formed to enhance communication between neighborhood groups and the City of Longmont. Neighborhood group leaders meet monthly to identify concerns, discuss issues and resolve conflicts.

All neighborhood groups that are registered with the City of Longmont participate in the program. These registered neighborhood groups are eligible to apply for grants for funding of neighborhood improvement projects and neighborhood activities. Neighborhoods have used these funds for neighborhood defined projects ranging from entryway signage to playground equipment. The City will also print neighborhood communications, such as newsletters, meeting notices and minutes for registered neighborhood groups.

For details on how your neighborhood can join the Neighborhood Group Leaders Association, please call Community and Neighborhood Resources at (303) 651-8721.

The City of Longmont’s Community and Neighborhood Resources Program encourages neighborhoods to plan events and activities that will help build and strengthen relationships among neighbors. Community and Neighborhood Resources supports activities organized by neighborhood groups planning events such as meetings, picnics, block parties, skill-building events, neighborhood networking events, and neighborhood outreach.

Neighborhoods registered with the City of Longmont can apply for funds to help offset the costs of neighborhood events and activities through a Neighborhood Activities Grant. If you would like to get to know your neighbors that live on your block, check out the Discover Neighbors – Discover Home grants.

For more information please call Community and Neighborhood Resources to plan a neighborhood event or to discover how your neighborhood can apply for funds to help support your neighborhood event or block party. Community and Neighborhood Resources number is (303) 651-8444.

The Longmont Mediation Services office is a conflict resolution service provided to Longmont residents primarily in the areas of neighborhood, housing, family, youth, community, and cross-cultural issues. This service is available at no cost for Longmont residents, non-profit agencies, and community groups. To request a mediation or to obtain more information about the mediation process, call Longmont Mediation Services at 303-651-8444, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, visit our office located in the Longmont Civic Center, 350 Kimbark Street, Longmont.

The Community Relations function of Community and Neighborhood Resources provides a wide range of information relating to the landlord/tenant relationship, including Leases, Repairs and Maintenance, Security Deposits, and the Eviction process. To obtain a copy of the landlord tenant handbook, please call our office or download it from our webpage. For more information please call (303) 651-8444.

Fair Housing laws promote equal access to home ownership and rental housing opportunities. They are fundamental to the values of our community. By protecting against housing discrimination, fair housing makes Longmont a stronger community and a better place to live and work. Fair Housing laws prohibit discrimination in the purchase or rental of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status or disability. Contact the Community and Neighborhood Resources division for resources, information and educational workshops on Fair Housing at (303) 651-8444, Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm.

Community and Neighborhood Resources has experienced staff that can facilitate and provide technical assistance for individuals, neighborhoods, and community organizations in the on-going development of skills to create an atmosphere of inclusion for the diverse community of people who live, work and visit Longmont.

Assistance can be provided in a variety of ways to help with cultural conflict between neighbors, neighborhoods, and community groups. Mediation or a facilitated discussion can also be provided to open the lines of communication and begin to build a respectful understanding of differences and similarities. For additional information, please call (303) 651-8444.

Disputes involving leases, rental agreements, security deposits, evictions, and payments are a civil matter. If you have such a problem you may call Community and Neighborhood Resources at (303) 774-4384 to speak with a Community Relations Specialist.