Free Shredding Event on Saturday
Recycle personal documents safely and securely at this free event. Bring boxed or bagged papers to the Waste Diversion Center at 140 Martin Street between 9 am and 2 pm on Saturday, October 10. Also bring ID and a copy of your most recent Longmont utility bill. This event is for residential documents only; business materials will not be accepted. For information visit LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste or call 303-651-8416.

Airport Road Barrier Wall Coming Down

Activities will begin Tuesday, October 13 for removal of the jersey barriers along Airport Road. The plan is to start at the southern end, just north of 9th Avenue, and progressively work to the northern terminus, just south of Mountain View Avenue. The entire removal will take 2-3 weeks, depending on weather conditions and coordination of traffic control with Xcel Energy crews also working in the area. With substantial completion of the Heron Lake Relief Channel located upstream, designed to minimize the risk of flooding in the area, the barriers can be removed as we mark another step forward in Longmont’s flood recovery and protection efforts.

Airport Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Vance Brand Airport will host a 70th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will feature free hotdogs, an aircraft ground display and a brief program by City and Airport leaders at 11:30. During the program, the airport’s new logo will be unveiled by its creator, DogCat Marketing. The event is sponsored in part by Longmont Meals on Wheels.

City, County and LDDA Seek Development Partner for Downtown Redevelopment Opportunity
The City of Longmont, Boulder County and Longmont Downtown Development Authority have issued a Request for Expression of Interest (RFEI) to seek an outstanding development partner to redevelopment a 1-acre site located across the street from the recently expanded Boulder County St. Vrain complex off of Coffman Street in downtown Longmont. For more information and to receive a copy of the RFEI please contact David Starnes, City of Longmont Redevelopment Manager at david.starnes@longmontcolorado.gov or 303-651-8318. 

Take Your Place on a City Board or Commission
If you would like to participate in the deliberation of topics that are important to the city, consider applying to serve on a volunteer advisory board. Persons shall be eligible to serve who have lived in and been registered voters of the City of Longmont for one year prior to their appointment. For a list of openings and to apply, visit LongmontColorado.gov/board-application or call the City Clerk’s Office at 303-651-8649. The application deadline is 5 pm on Friday, October 30.

Small Business Resources in Longmont
If you own a small business you don’t have to go it alone. There are many local resources to support you in your entrepreneurial endeavors. Come learn about them from 6 to 8 pm on Tuesday, October 13, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. This free workshop is part of a monthly series offered by the Library in partnership with Longmont Area Economic Council and Coffee & Connections. For more information visit LongmontColorado.gov/library.

RTD to Host Telephone Town Halls
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) Board of Directors is hosting a series of live telephone town hall meetings. Residents of RTD’s 15 districts will be called at random through an automated telephone system and invited to participate in the forum. At 7:30 pm on Wednesday, October 14, RTD Director Judy Lubow, whose district includes portions of Longmont and unincorporated Boulder County, will be on the call to answer residents’ questions. Those who join in can hear the latest about bus and light rail service, the RTD FasTracks transit expansion program, and other RTD projects. If you’re not called by RTD, you can join the meeting by dialing 1-877-229-8493, ID number 112070.

Domestic Violence Film
The annual look at domestic violence through film continues with the documentary “No Way Out But One” from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, October 14, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. This film examines domestic violence post-separation and how the family court system sometimes gets it wrong. Following the film, Longmont Police Detective Sandra Campanella will moderate a discussion of custody, child support, and other civil issues in domestic violence. To learn more about the film, visit NoWayOutButOne.com.

Park Restroom Closures for Winter
Many park restrooms close in fall in advance of winter’s frost to prevent damage to the above-ground plumbing, which is not designed to withstand winter temperatures. Most park restrooms will close on October 15 and will not reopen until April 2016. Certain high-use park restrooms will remain open later into the fall or portable toilets will be placed on site. To view a list of winter restroom facilities, visit LongmontColorado.gov/parks or call 303-651-8446.

New Map Offers Glimpse at City Projects
Ever wonder what that big construction project is on the side of the road? Look it up on the city’s new projects map on the city’s website. It provides a visual locator and description of significant projects happening around the city of Longmont. Next time you see a pile of dirt or a hole in the ground, check out this new resource for answers.

Day of the Dead Community Altar
The Longmont Public Library invites the community to celebrate the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, during October. The November 1 holiday celebrates and honors the lives of loved ones we have lost. Through November 2, the Library’s second floor will be the site of a community altar to display photos, mementos, and messages to loved ones who have died. All community members are encouraged to participate by bringing items for the altar, but please do not bring anything valuable or irreplaceable.