Community Update BintheLoop

July 22, 2024

The Broomfield Community Update is your weekly source for news, events, resources and more from the City and County of Broomfield (CCOB). Find the latest information anytime at Broomfield.org.

Summer Concert Series: Broomfield Out Loud's Mixtape Memories

Stop by for a Summer Concert Series one-of-a-kind experience Wednesday, July 24 at 7 p.m. at Midway Park. This special Summer Concert celebrates you, Broomfield residents, by showcasing the songs and memories you submitted! It is also part of the Broomfield Out Loud Project, a community storytelling project in which stories from Broomfielders are brought to life through performances and exhibits.

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2024 Fall Program Guide

The Program Guide covering programs and events in June through August will hit mailboxes starting July 15. You’ll “flip” over a new Library, Arts and History and CSU Extension section of the guide! Check it out at Broomfield.org/ProgramGuide and discover all the great things Broomfield has to offer. Also, please take a short poll asking how you would prefer to receive your Program Guides.

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Vote for the Broomfield Library

Broomfielders already know what a community asset the Broomfield Library is and now more of our neighbors in the state see that too. The Broomfield Library’s Makerspace, inventHQ, has been nominated as a Favorite Makerspace in the Colorado Parent Magazine’s annual Family Favorites contest. If you’d like to vote for the Broomfield Library as your Favorite Makerspace, visit the Colorado Parent Magazine voting page before Aug. 15. Under the “Arts & Entertainment” section, select “Favorite Makerspace.” Scroll down, select “Broomfield Library” and enter your email to vote.

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The Bay Aquatic Park is Getting a Makeover

As a beloved amenity for Broomfield residents since 1991, it is time for a refresh! The updates will include the replacement of the main leisure/lap pool, two tower slides and splashdown pool, the family “otter” slide and the play feature near the zero-depth pool entry. Other improvements will include improved access and circulation, new lighting, a new public address system and more shade structures. A new mechanical building will support the upgrades and feature a reservable 'party deck' on top!

The 2024 season will close on Aug. 12
The 2025 season is expected to open in early July

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Enterprise Funds and Recommended Utility Rate Increases Public Forums

Learn more and ask questions about proposed utility rate increases by attending the Enterprise Funds Forum on July 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Broomfield City Council Chambers. Broomfield's Water fund, Sewer Fund and Water Reclamation Fund (collectively the Utility Funds) operate as “Enterprise” funds. The rates and fees within each fund should be set to cover the costs of providing services to customers. Due to increasing costs such as regulations and unfunded mandates, unprecedented inflation, infrastructure maintenance costs and staffing needs, recommended rate increase proposals from Broomfield staff will be coming before the Broomfield City Council.

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🧒 Free Early Childhood Screenings: Do you have questions about your infant or toddler’s development? Sign up for a free screening on Aug. 3 to find out if they are on track. Presented in partnership with Broomfield Early Childhood Council, Bal Swan Children's Center and ENT Credit Union. Learn more and register in advance.

🗣️ Youth for Youth (Y4Y) Open House: Join Y4Y and enjoy an open house at any time to paint mini canvases, learn about vaping and alcohol, enjoy some food and more! The event will be held at the Eisenhower Rooms at the Broomfield Library on Aug. 5 from 5 to 8 pm. Registration through the google form is preferred but not required.

💼 Employment Opportunities: Apply today for Part Time Custodian, Sustainability Coordinator, Part Time Forestry Technician and more! For information on pay, benefits and to submit your application, visit Broomfield.org/jobs.

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📺 Broomfield Going High Definition: CCOB is now broadcasting in high-definition! Broomfield residents who subscribe to Comcast can now watch live-streamed video through the new high-definition channel 881, like city council meetings on Tuesday nights or the other programming that is broadcast 24/7 on Broomfield’s government channel, or continue to view on the standard-definition Channel 8. This change came about with the high-definition equipment acquired in conjunction with the 2021 Comcast Franchise Agreement.

🚲 Bicycling in Broomfield: Bicycling in Broomfield is a sustainable and low-cost way to get around for fun and everyday trips. Learn about progress on bicycling projects and programs at the “Bicycling in Broomfield” Open House, a partnership event with Ride Broomfield, a new non-profit focused on cycling culture in Broomfield. Join the conversation Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lakeshore Room of the Broomfield Community Center.

Broomfield 100 Trail of the Week:

🌳 Week 7: The Field Open Space! Enjoy the sculptures and public art in the southeast quadrant and at the farmhouse. Scan the QR code on the sign installed on each trail of the B100 challenge and complete the form to be entered for a chance to win a monthly open space prize! View this trail route, parking, bathrooms and the other trails featured in the B100 challenge on the interactive Google Map.

July 23: Storytime in Bronco Park

July 23: City Council Regular Meeting

July 26: Basic Self-Defense for Teens

July 31: July Multi-Industry networking and Career Fair

Aug. 8: Empower Your Path - Unlocking Your Potential Workshop

Aug. 12-18: Broomfield Community Center Closed for Annual Maintenance

Aug. 19 - Sept. 2: Paul Derda Studio B Closed

Aug. 21 - Sept. 2: PDRC Child Watch (No appointments)

Aug. 26 - Sept. 2: Paul Derda Recreation Center Closed for Annual Maintenenace

Visit B-REx.com and Compass.Broomfield.org to find and register for programs, events and classes.

Give feedback on City and County of Broomfield projects including:

🏢 Paid Feedback Opportunity: Broomfield Public Health and Environment and AdventHealth Avista are seeking feedback from individuals who are part of one or more priority populations to help improve and expand programs and services. Each focus group will meet for 1.5–2 hours to share their experiences with topics related to Mental Health and Substance Use, Housing Quality, and Healthcare Affordability and Preventative Care. Learn more about the opportunity and sign up to participate on the google form.

🚗 Broomfield Transit Study: Help identify ways to improve transit access! Participate in the Broomfield Transit Study and help CCOB plan for improvements that can increase access to transit services and help you meet your current and future mobility needs. Learn more about the project and participate digitally by visiting BroomfieldVoice.com/TransitStudy. Survey participants will be entered to win a $150 gift card and free RTD tickets!

On July 7, CCOB's Aquatic Department had two teams compete in the Lifeguard Games at Water World. Out of 37 teams, the Broomfield Lifeguard team placed 3rd, and the Pool Manager/Head Guard team placed 7th. Congratulations to all the competitors. Your hard work and skill is being recognized. If you think you have what it takes to be a lifeguard, and would like to learn all the duties and responsibilities of lifeguarding, sign up for the next few classes.

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