This Week in Longmont – May 8, 2015
This Week in Longmont – May 8, 2015
Be Prepared During Flood Season
The peak season for creek flooding and flash floods in Longmont and surrounding areas runs from April through September. During this time, City of Longmont staff watch conditions in the area with a keen eye, especially after the September 2013 flood. This week, the City’s River Watch program was activated to conduct regular monitoring of conditions in water ways which have the potential to create flooding in Longmont. Fortunately, there is no reason for concern at the moment. Nevertheless, the rainy weather predicted this weekend provides a good opportunity to remind residents about the dangers of flooding and the importance of being prepared. Visit LongmontColorado.gov/flood-info for information on flood preparedness. There, you can view live web cameras to monitor creek conditions, understand factors that can lead to flooding, learn how to be prepared, and, most importantly, find ways to stay informed.
Trail Closures Due to High Water
There are several trail closures around town due to high water from spring runoff and recent rainfall. This is a common occurrence during spring, and it is a function of the intended design of our greenways. You can see that latest closures any time using the Trail Status Map on our GIS: Maps and Webcams webpage.
Help Envision Longmont
Envision Longmont is an exciting communitywide planning effort to update and integrate the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Multi-Modal Transportation Plan. The public is invited to a community workshop to discuss Vision and Values from 2 to 4 pm or from 6 to 8 pm on Thursday, May 14, at the D-Barn Reception Hall, 136 S. Main Street. For more information and to sign up to receive project updates, visit EnvisionLongmont.com.
Free Landfill Drop Day
The City of Longmont is offering 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, May 9. Event is scheduled rain or shine! Loads must be covered and secured for transport; 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.
Be Aware of Utility Billing Scam
Longmont Power & Communications (LPC) customers are getting calls from scammers asking for money to avoid having their service being turned off. If you receive a call from “Eric” at 505-990-0786 stating they needed to change out the electric meter today you should hang up. Call Longmont Utility Billing at 303-651-8664 to check on your service status.
Please join the Longmont Department of Public Safety for a Peace Officers Memorial Service at 1 pm on Friday, May 15, on the front steps of the Safety and Justice Center, 225 Kimbark Street, to honor the men and women who lost their lives in the line of duty during 2014. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
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, May 13, 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.
Volunteer This Season with Parks, Open Space & Trails
Do you enjoy the many wonderful parks and natural areas that Longmont has to offer? Why not help the City keep them beautiful, safe, and healthy while meeting new people and learning new skills? Volunteer this season with the City of Longmont’s Parks, Open Space & Trails! Check out our awesome ongoing programs and single day events, and whether you’re into our many parks and greenways or have a restoration-oriented mind, we’ve got something for you. Join us this month as we kick off the Adopt a Rose Garden program and adopt your own plot to tend this summer! Visit the Volunteer – Parks, Open Space & Trails webpage for more information.
Three minutes of video could win five months of NextLight for a Longmont home in a new contest from Longmont Power & Communications. Show LPC either “What does the speed of NextLight mean for me?” or “What does the speed of NextLight mean for Longmont?” and win $250 worth of gigabit residential service for first place, $100 worth for second place or $50 for third. Enter yourself or encourage your kids to produce the next great NextLight blockbuster. Entries may be emailed to LPC@LongmontColorado.gov or sent to the LPC Facebook page, but must be received by May 31.
Channel 8 Wins Two National Awards
Two Telly Bronze awards were given to Longmont Channel 8 in the 36th Annual Telly Awards for their piece titled “Longmont Strong – September Flood 2013.” One Bronze Telly Award was given for Professional Overall Information and another People’s Telly Bronze Award for TV Programs. Channel 8 competed against 12,000 entries from all 50 states and numerous countries. You can view the winning video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYYCiyQSsPY.
