This Week in Longmont – November 3, 2017
This Week in Longmont – November 3, 2017
Ballot Drop-off Locations
Longmont voters can drop off their ballots at several locations throughout the city including the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder’s Office at 6th Avenue and Coffman Street, Boulder County Fairgrounds, Garden Acres Park, and the YMCA. Ballot drop-off boxes close at 7 pm, on Election Day, Tuesday, November 7. See details at BoulderCounty.org/elections.
Reception for Outgoing Council Members
The public is invited to honor Longmont’s outgoing mayor and council members at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, November 14, at the Longmont Civic Center, 350 Kimbark Street. The public also is invited to attend the swearing in of a new mayor and council at 7:30 pm on Monday, November 13, in the City Council Chambers at 350 Kimbark. For information, call 303-651-8601.
Enhanced Multi-use Corridor Public Meeting
Over the past several months, the City of Longmont has been developing a plan for Enhanced Multi-Use Corridors and now we are interested in hearing from the community! Please join us at the Longmont Senior Center on Tuesday, November 14 from 5 to 6:30 pm to provide input on the overall network, specific concepts for individual corridors and other issues the City should consider with the proposed roadway redesigns. For additional information please visit the project website: bit.ly/enhanced-corridor-plan
RTD to Host Highway 119 BRT Study Meetings
From 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, November 15, at the Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road, RTD will hold a public meeting on the progress of a study that is evaluating the viability of bus rapid transit (BRT) service on Highway 119 (the Diagonal) between Boulder and Longmont. Attendees will hear an update on the study and can provide their opinions. For more information about the State Highway 119 BRT study, visit rtd-denver.com/hwy119.shtml.
Project ALERT to Hold First Public Meeting
Project ALERT is a new effort by residents for residents to give residents the knowledge and tools they need to strengthen their neighborhoods. The first class will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 am on Thursday, November 16, at the OUR Center, 220 Collyer Street. You’ll learn about the work that the OUR Center and HOPE do in our community, followed by a discussion of community safety. Call or text Richard at 303-845-2785 to reserve your place. Learn more about Empowered Neighbors Longmont on Facebook.
Take Fair Housing Survey
The City of Longmont is participating in a Fair Housing Study with the City/County of Denver, the City of Aurora and all of the Boulder County communities to better understand residents’ housing choices and their experiences living, working, and going to school in the area. A survey has been created as part of the study to gather people’s experiences and is available online at http://denver-aurora-boulderafh.com/surveys/ (multiple languages are available). Paper copies of the survey can be obtained from the City by contacting molly.mcelroy@longmontcolorado.gov or by calling 303-774-4648. The survey is open until November 30. All information will be kept confidential and will only be reported in combination with other data. Respondents also have the opportunity to enter to win a $100 Visa card.
Congratulations to Longmont Public Safety Chief Mike Butler! He was honored as the Individual of the Year by Mental Health Colorado at the non-profit’s Tribute Gala on October 28, 2017. Chief Butler started several programs to address the mental health and substance use needs of the Longmont community. One example is the “Edge Program,” pairing mental health professionals with Longmont Police.
Take boxed or bagged papers to be shredded to the Waste Diversion Center at 140 Martin Street between 9 am and 2 pm on Saturday, November 4. This is for residential documents only; no business documents accepted. Please also take ID and a copy of your most recent Longmont utility bill. For more information, call 303-651-8416 or visit LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste.
The City of Longmont offers residents free curbside collection of bagged leaves every fall. Know the rules, tips and schedule to be ready! Pick up free leaf bags at the Waste Diversion Center, 140 Martin Street, while supplies last. Only one pass will be made through each neighborhood, so be sure to have leaves out before 7 am on the Monday of your designated leaf pick-up week. Find the schedule online at LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste or call 303-651-8416. If you miss the curbside collection, the Waste Diversion Center accepts yard waste all year. You also can sign up for composting service to enjoy curbside collection of yard waste and more.
Time to Register for the Turkey Trot
The City of Longmont will host the 43rd Annual Turkey Trot on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11. This year’s race, at Altona Middle School, 4600 Clover Basin Drive, features two courses: a 10K (with a wheelchair division) and a 2-mile option. Entry fees range from $18 to $30. Dress in your finest American turkey spirit costume and get ready to dash, trot, and gobble your way to the finish line! Race proceeds go to the Recreation Youth Scholarship Program, offering Longmont residents 17 and younger $100/year to use for select recreation activities. To register visit LongmontColorado.gov/rec or active.com, or pick up your packet from any Longmont Recreation facility. For more information call 303-774-4800.
