This Week in Longmont – March 10-March 16, 2025
This Week in Longmont – March 10-March 16, 2025
Council Catch-Up
Review – March 4, 2025 (Regular session)
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Accept The Transportation Mobility Plan (TMP) As The New Transportation Guidance For The City
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Resolution Of The Longmont City Council Reversing The Decision Of The Planning And Zoning Commission’s Denial Of The QuikTrip Conditional Use Site Plan And Three Modification Requests
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Approve Council Member Virtual Participation For Two Future Meeting Dates
Preview – March 11, 2025 (No session)
Apply for City Boards and Commissions
The Longmont City Council is accepting applications to fill vacancies on City advisory boards and commissions now through April 18. You are encouraged to apply. Make your voice heard and take a more active role in your community. Learn more and apply at longmontcolorado.gov/boards or call 303-651-8649.
True North Housing Info Session
True North, a visionary real estate development, is the product of a collaborative effort between the City of Longmont and Vertikal, a private developer. Homes starting in the $350s. For more information visit TrueNorthLongmont.com. To attend an informational session virtually on Wednesday, March 12 at 5 pm, visit bit.ly/TrueNorthInfoSession.
Friends of the Longmont Library Book Sale
The spring book sale opens (for Friends Members only) this Wednesday, March 12 from 3:30-8 pm. Sale opens to the public on Thursday from 9 am-8 pm and continues Friday and Saturday from 9 am-5 pm. While you’re checking out books, consider checking out a membership. A $15 annual membership directly supports Library programs and services. Call 303-651-8470 or visit bit.ly/LibPrograms for details.
Boulder International Film Festival
The Boulder International Film Festival showcases the very best shorts programs, documentaries and feature films from local, national and international filmmakers in the Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium. This year’s festival is March 14-16. Find tickets and info at longmontmuseum.org or call 303-651-8374.
Friday Afternoon Concert: Celtic Trio
Join the Longmont Museum for an afternoon of Celtic music in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 14 at 2:30 pm featuring the Beth Gadbaw Celtic Trio. Find tickets and info at longmontmuseum.org or call 303-651-8374.
The Chick Clark Kids’ Fishing Program
The Chick Clark Kids’ Fishing Program returns to the Izaak Walton Nature Area (18 S. Sunset St.) on Saturday, March 15. The program provides a special place for the youth of our community to catch fish and participate in fun outdoor activities during spring break. Youth 15 and younger can receive a free rod and reel after completing educational sessions. Learn more and register at bit.ly/chick-clark.
Train to Be a Lifeguard
Learn the basics of lifeguard skills during Spring Break. First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer are included. This class for ages 15+ will be taught March 20-23 at Centennial Pool. The fee is $50 for future city staff or $250 for everyone else. To register for $50, email swim@longmontcolorado.gov or call 303-774- 4718. For general registration and class descriptions, please visit bit.ly/recreationregistration (keyword aquajob).
Replace Thirsty Lawns and Save!
Thinking about switching to a water-wise landscape? Now’s the perfect time! Longmont offers a Lawn Replacement Program with our friends at Resource Central to help residents replace grass with low-water, sustainable gardens. Visit ResourceCentral.org/lawn or call 303-999- 3820 ext. 221 to enroll.
Electric Cooktop Lending Program
Cooking with electricity can be simple, tasty – and even free (for two weeks)! With Boulder County’s induction cooktop lending program, you can check out an all-electric cooktop for two weeks at NO charge. Reserve yours today at rebuildingbetter.org/induction-resources. You can also learn about all-electric cooking, heating and other home services – including how to find rebates – at longmontcolorado.gov/electrification.
