Council Catch-Up

Review- February 27, 2024 (Regular Session) 

Please view session recording on the Agenda Portal webpage.

• Resolutions on Partnering for the City’s Microtransit Startup Program
• A bill concerning Electric Vehicle Parking Infrastructure
• A proposed Fourth of July Event
• Compensation of City Council
• and more

Preview- March 5, 2024 (Regular Session) 

Please view full meeting agenda on the Agenda Portal webpage.

• A Request For City Sponsorship of the Public Education Parade From the St. Vrain Valley School District
• Information on Homeowner Associations
• the Sustainability and Climate Action 2023 Annual Report
• and more

Events & Happenings 

Local Minimum Wage Survey

The cities of Longmont, Boulder, Lafayette Louisville and the town of Erie are collectively exploring a potential increase in the local minimum wage in their respective communities above the Colorado state minimum wage. Local governments would like to hear directly from the community to better understand how much people are currently being paid, opinions about raising the minimum wage, and any positive and negative impacts that may come to individuals, businesses, and the community. Please share your thoughts in the online form. For more information please visit the Boulder County website or contact the City Manager’s Office at 303-651-8601.

Spirit of Arbor Day Tree Sale

Longmont’s annual community tree sale runs March 4-10. Coordinated by City of Longmont Forestry Services, the sale offers a variety of trees to Longmont residents for just $45 each: below wholesale cost. Due to the sale’s popularity, it is conducted as a lottery. Learn more and enter the lottery at the Forestry webpage or by calling 303-774-4700.

Life Skills Fair for Tweens and Teens

The City of Longmont’s Children, Youth and Families division is hosting a Life Skills Fair from noon-2 pm on Saturday, March 30 at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road in Longmont! Youth ages 11-17 are invited to gain skills, discover career paths and enjoy music and giveaways. Exhibits will include practical skill instruction, interactive games and access to City resources and job opportunities. Admission is free. Learn more at online, via phone at 303-651-8580 or by stopping by the Longmont Youth Center, 1050 Lashley St.

Friday Afternoon Concert at Museum

Enjoy an afternoon of live music in the Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium this winter and spring featuring an eclectic array of musical acts from up and down the Front Range. This Friday, March 8, at 2:30 pm, join us for The Colorado Piano Trio, an international ensemble based at the University of Northern Colorado. American violinist Jubal Fulks, Polish pianist Adam Żukiewicz and Slovenian cellist Gal Faganel began their artistic collaboration in 2016. Since then, they have performed across Colorado, Utah and Wyoming, collecting enthusiastic reviews. Learn more and buy tickets at the Longmont Museum website or by calling 303-651-8374.

FREE GIVEAWAY: Solar Eclipse Glasses

Starting Monday, March 11, drop by any service point at the Longmont Library to get your free solar eclipse glasses for the upcoming Annular Solar Eclipse on April 8. While supplies last. Courtesy of the STAR Net Community program through the Space Science Institute. Call the Library at 303-651-8470 with questions.

Volunteer Social at Sandstone Ranch

Do you like nature, Longmont history, wildlife, people, working with children, or just being out at Sandstone Ranch? Learn about the many ways you can volunteer from 8:30-10:30 am Saturday, March 9 at 3001 Sandstone Drive. A light snack will be served. If you can’t attend but are interested in volunteering, please contact Kirsten at 303-774-4692 or email kirsten.bell@longmontcolorado.gov. Free registration is required by calling 303-774-4700.

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt

Calling egg hunters of all abilities to search for Easter eggs in our pool! Eggs will be distributed throughout the leisure and lap pools between 5-7:30 pm on Saturday, March 30 at the Longmont Recreation Center, 310 Quail Road. Registration for this special event begins March 1. Visit the Rec website (keyword egg) for details or call 303-774-4700.

Chick Clark Fishing Program

The Chick Clark fishing program provides youth ages 15 and younger a free, outdoor activity during spring break. Hosted by Parks & Natural Resources, Kids Fishing, Inc., and Colorado Parks & Wildlife, this year’s event is on Saturday, March 16 at the Izaak Walton Nature Area, 18 S. Sunset St. Free rods and reels are provided to registered participants who complete three different stations on fish ID/biology, knot tying and casting. The day includes free hot dogs for all and free fishing for kids. Children who are not preregistered still can participate but cannot be guaranteed a free pole. Learn more and register online or call 303-774-4700.