This Week in Longmont – July 29, 2016
This Week in Longmont – July 29, 2016
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Rider Well to Close
The City of Longmont and TOP Operating have agreed on a plan to permanently plug and reclaim the Rider oil and gas well. The well, located near Trail Ridge Middle School and owned by TOP Operating, a Colorado oil and gas exploration company, is scheduled to close before the new school year begins on August 16. It’s expected that a truck-mounted boom derrick (also known as a workover rig) will arrive on site during the week of August 8. The setup might look similar to a drilling rig and could prompt concern from residents because it might appear that drilling is occurring at the site. The plugging and abandonment process does not drill or pressurize the well. The equipment is used to cut and remove the production casing from the well bore.
National Night Out
National Night Out (NNO) on Tuesday, August 2, brings neighbors together and strengthens community partnerships with local police and fire departments. It’s easy to host your own neighborhood event. Visit LongmontColorado.gov and search “National Night Out,” then complete the simple application. Although National Night Out is August 2, Longmont public safety personnel will attend any NNO event in August. So, plan your event, invite your neighbors, and enjoy the evening!
Outdoor Warning System Test
The City’s Outdoor Emergency Warning System will be tested at 10 am on Monday, August 1. Other than for testing, the system will be used only to notify the community when immediate action should be taken. If you hear the sirens and it isn’t during a test period, seek shelter immediately and tune to a Denver radio or TV station for information.
Public Invited to Rededication of Kanemoto Park
After five years of planning and restoration, Kanemoto Park begins a new chapter as the social and recreational hub for the Southmoor Park neighborhood. The Longmont community is invited to a rededication ceremony at the park, located at 1151 S. Pratt Parkway, at 10 am on Monday, August 8. The event celebrates the new Kanemoto pool, a new playground, and the restoration of the Tower of Compassion.
Register for “Longmire in Longmont”
The 2016 Longmont Library Festival will present Wyoming author Craig Johnson, who will discuss his popular Longmire book series, from 7:15 to 9 pm on Saturday, September 10, at the Stewart Auditorium, 400 Quail Road. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance. Registration opens Monday at 10 am. Online reservation only at bit.ly/2016LibraryFestival. Two-ticket maximum. Don’t miss this great opportunity!
Ann Lincoln Returns to the Library
Take a break with the kids and head to the Library from 10 to 10:45 am on Thursday, August 4, for a fun magic performance by Ann Lincoln. Always a favorite with children, Ann’s new magic show is called “How I Learned to Juggle.” Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the show on the Library’s west patio at 409 4th Avenue. Registration is not required.
Sales and Use Tax Seminar
Do you have questions about the business sales and use tax in Longmont? A free seminar that will answer all your questions will be held from noon to 2 pm on Wednesday, August 10, in the Finance Conference Room at the Civic Center, 350 Kimbark Street. Attendees will be entered into a drawing for a Downtown Longmont gift card. To register, call 303-651-8674 or email sales.tax@LongmontColorado.gov.
It’s Time to Register for Fall Recreation Programs
Look for the City of Longmont’s fall 2016 Recreation & Golf Services activities brochure coming to your mailbox this week. The fall catalog contains activities, fitness classes, athletic programs and special events offered between September and early December. You also can see the brochure and register online beginning Tuesday, August 9, at LongmontColorado.gov/rec. For more information, call 303-651-8404.
Free Landfill Drop Day
The City of Longmont offers residents an opportunity to take one level pickup load free of charge to the Front Range Landfill at 1830 Weld County Road 5 in Erie from 6 am to 2 pm on Saturday, August 6. Loads must be covered and secured; oversize loads and second loads will be billed. Please take a photo ID and a copy of your current utility bill to show that you are a City of Longmont customer. For more information on this event visit LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste or call 303-651-8416.
