Staging work for Price Park Tank project to begin
The City of Longmont and contractor Garney Construction will begin pre-construction tasks on Monday, Aug. 1 to prepare for the replacement of the water storage reservoirs near Price Park in central Longmont. This includes temporarily widening Longs Peak Avenue between Sunset Street and the Sunset Pool parking lot, and shifting the two lanes of traffic to the south. Current project information and traffic impacts can be found on the project website at bit.ly/price-park-tank-replacement. If you have questions or concerns about the project, please call the project hotline at 720)-526-2044 or email priceparktank@longmontcolorado.gov.  

City seeks community input
Longmont residents are encouraged to give their opinions on a variety of topics by filling out an online survey at bit.ly/3aFtQbs. Your input is an important part of the City’s ongoing effort to receive resident opinions and identify and respond to resident needs. Results will be reported to City Council in October.

Memorial Building maintenance closure
Every year, the City’s recreation facilities close for maintenance on systems and equipment. The St Vrain Memorial Building, 700 Longs Peak Ave., will be closed Aug. 6-13. Visit the Longmont Recreation Center, Centennial Pool and Sunset Pool during the closure. For more information, call 303-651-8404.

“Tipi to Tiny House” exhibit at Museum
In the Longmont Museum’s family-friendly exhibit, “Tipi to Tiny House: Hands-on Homebuilding,” visitors explore and build homes from Colorado’s past and present including a tipi, shepherd’s wagon, log cabin, tiny house and even a pillow fort! It’s a great way to spend the last weeks of summer. Learn more at longmontmuseum.org or by calling 303-651-8374.

Register for Fall Recreation activities
Look for Recreation’s Fall 2022 brochure online now at LongmontColorado.gov/rec. The Fall Recreation brochure contains activities, fitness classes, programs, and special events that occur between September and December. The printed brochure is mailed to Longmont households; registration begins Tuesday, Aug. 2. For more information, call 303-774-4700.

Movie and Q&A: “The Cannabis Question” 
Join the Longmont librarians for a special screening of the documentary “The Cannabis Question” (from NOVA Science TV series on PBS) with a discussion/Q&A session after, from 6-7:30 pm on Wednesday, Aug. 10. The screening will take place in the City Council Chambers, Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St. The documentary investigates the story of cannabis from the criminalization that has disproportionately harmed communities of color to the latest medical understanding of the plant. As cannabis becomes socially accepted, scientists are exploring its long-term health consequences. Registration is required due to limited seating. Register at bit.ly/LibPrograms or call 303-651-8472.

Just skip two car trips
Curb your car! Summer is a great time to walk or ride a bike instead of driving. You’ll help improve air quality and save money on gas! Learn more about how to improve air quality at bit.ly/air-quality-longmont. To be notified of high alert days by the Regional Air Quality Council, text “BetterAirCO” to 21000 or sign up for email alerts at simplestepsbetterair.org.

Unity in the Community
Unity in the Community, Aug. 26, is a celebration of Longmont – the people, the businesses, the arts, the culture and even the elected officials of our city collide at this vibrant festival. This event is fun for the whole family, entertainment and activities for all ages including a dunk tank, mobile arcade and more! The event will end with a concert featuring local band The Pamlico Sound, champions of high-energy, authentic Funk and soul music. Unity in the Community is about creating community connection and is free to attend. Businesses and nonprofits that are interested in setting up a booth at the event can visit longmontchamber.org/unity and to register.