In this week's edition...

• Mondays with the Mayor

• Clear Creek Flag Status

• Fourth of July Festival in Lions Park

• Movies & Music in the Park returns this July!

• Clear Creek Clean-Up

• New Police Patrol Vehicle Design

• New Statue at Fire Station 1

• The Summer Issue of the Golden Informer is Available Online

• Understanding Road Closures in Golden

Mondays with the Mayor

On this week’s “Mondays with the Mayor”, Mayor Laura Weinberg discussed the following topics:

• The Clear Creek status has been moved to yellow.
• Maintenance work on the School of Mines “M”.
• The first Movies & Music in the Park of the season this Friday starting at 7 p.m. 
• The Lions Club Fourth of July Festival in Lions Park. Please take advantage of the free shuttles departing from the Jeffco Human Services parking lot. Please note that City administrative offices will be closed for the holiday.
• The Clear Creek clean-up volunteer opportunity every Monday morning through the summer. 
• Recognizing Parks and Recreation Month. 

You can always watch a recording of the live stream on the City's Facebook page.

The Clear Creek Flag Status is at Yellow

The current Clear Creek status is yellow. As we head into the Fourth of July holiday week, please exercise extreme caution if you choose to use the creek. Clear Creek still presents many risks to the public due to water temperature, blasted rock, undercut rocks, potential strainers, and other safety considerations.

Yellow Flag (Moderate to High Flow) – means the Creek is considered unsafe for children under 18. Clear Creek is open to all uses. Please exercise heightened caution while in the creek; PFDs/lifejackets are strongly recommended at any water level.

Please keep in mind that there is no smoking or drinking allowed along Clear Creek. Additionally, all our furry friends must be on a leash.

The Fourth of July Festival in Lions Park

Thursday, July 4, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Bring a picnic and join the Golden Lions Club for the annual 4th of July community celebration in Lions Park on 10th Street from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Activities include a Junior Jubilee and live music. The celebration is designed to be a day for families, friends, and neighbors to get together at the beautiful park on 10th Street to picnic or purchase food and beverages and enjoy all the festivities. 

Activities include a Junior Jubilee and live music. Bring a picnic or purchase food and beverages and enjoy the festivities with family, friends and neighbors! Please note that there will be no fireworks at this year's festival.



Parking

Take advantage of the new FREE shuttle service by parking at the Jefferson County Human Services Building. If you need to drive, you can park at the Clear Creek lot, downtown garages, surface lots, or on-street parking areas following signage. You may also, consider walking, cycling, or using public transit. 

For your convenience, use our map of event parking options available throughout the city.

Movies & Music in the Park Returns!

Join us for a summer of free, family-friendly movies and live music!

Enjoy movies on a giant screen in Parfet Park, located at 10th Street and Washington Avenue in downtown Golden. Before each movie, delight in live performances by local musicians starting at 7 p.m. The featured movie begins at dusk, around 8:30 p.m. Don't miss out on these fantastic evenings of entertainment!

Summer 2024 Lineup

July 5 | Movie: Shrek | Music: Matthew Rising

August 2 | Movie: Elemental | Music: Eric Golden

September 6 | Movie: Barbie | Music: Dressy Bessy

2024 Clear Creek Corridor Clean-up

We are gearing up for yet another busy summer season here in the City of Golden, and after such an overwhelmingly positive response to last year's creek corridor trash cleanups, we will again be coordinating Monday morning pickups through the summer. Volunteers will be dispersed along the creek corridor and this year we will also be expanding out to cover nearby streets to pick up trash along flat surfaces of the trails and sidewalks and in parks and parking areas.

We will meet each Monday morning on the creekside patio of the Golden Natural History Museum located at 923 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401. Volunteers should check-in at the table on the patio to sign in, receive their parking permit (see below for more info), and receive any necessary gear and instructions for the activity. Volunteers can check-in anytime beginning at 7:00 a.m. and volunteers may help for as long as their schedule allows, but we finish by 9:00 a.m.

Learn more and sign up online today.

Golden Police Patrol Vehicles Get a New Look

The Golden Police Department is excited to announce the arrival of its new patrol vehicle design! The changes to the department’s vehicle fleet will not be immediate. The newly designed cars will be put into operation as older vehicles are retired. The new vehicles will now be all black and feature the existing Golden Police Department’s decaling, enhancing the department’s imagery and presence in the community.  

Not only will the new design look sleeker and professional, but it will also reduce the overall setup cost by almost $400. In addition to the updated look, the vehicles will have a new interior layout to accommodate changes in technology.

The units will not have a traditional overhead light system, but they will have a new emergency lighting setup that provides 360-degree visibility. The setup will also remove the need to drill installation holes in vehicles, which will help with resale values as vehicles transition out of service.

The department has also rebranded the “Code Enforcement Animal Management” vehicles to reflect the newly created “Community Services Unit.” The units will encompass animal management, code enforcement, creek enforcement, traffic monitoring, and other non-criminal services. The unit will also manage the photo radar program. The vehicle changes are meant to reassure our community that we are responsibly investing in innovative trends and always looking to enhance functionality that furthers the organization’s response in servicing the community. 

Sculpting the Spirit of Golden's Volunteer Firefighters

Have you had the chance to see the impressive new statue in front of Fire Station 1? Titled "Follow Your Passion," this stunning art piece is a heartfelt tribute to the legacy and dedication of Golden's volunteer firefighters. It beautifully captures the spirit and commitment of these brave individuals who have served our community. Don't miss the opportunity to admire this remarkable piece of art and pay homage to our local heroes – make sure to visit it today at 911 10th Street!

Summer Issue of the Golden Informer Available Online

Did you know that "The Golden Informer," our beloved monthly publication that keeps you updated on city events, important updates, and much more, is also available online? 

Stay informed and connected with all the happenings in Golden right from the comfort of your home. Access the latest issues, explore past editions, and never miss out on any vital information again.

Read it online today.

Understanding Road Closures in Golden

With significant building projects underway in Golden this summer (such as the Clayworks building on Washington Street and CSM Resident Hall on 19th Street), we recognize the strain on our roadways and the resulting traffic impacts. We are working in partnership with builders to ensure the least disruptive road closures.  

The City is committed to regulating access to the Right of Way for construction projects consistent with municipal code, whether for utilities or materials transport while prioritizing public and worker safety and minimizing impacts on city infrastructure. 

In collaboration with builders, we strive to minimize disruptions by: 

• Keeping at least one lane open on major city arteries whenever possible. 

• Scheduling night work in areas that cause minimal neighborhood disturbance and are safe for workers. 

• Limiting weekend work to accommodate increased visitor, cyclist, and pedestrian traffic. 

• Reviewing applications to avoid overlapping work in close proximity, on more than one major arterial street at the same time, and at special events.  

• Requiring contractors to ensure bike and pedestrian mobility is always maintained, and working to minimize trash service disruptions. 

Right of Way Closures

Ford St: FULL ROAD CLOSURE WITH DETOURS from 7th Street to 10th Street

• Through July 3
• EVENINGS ONLY 7 p.m. - 5 a.m.

Area of Ridge Road & Cressman Court/Cascade Drive: Temp traffic, parking, and sidewalk closures

• Through July 19
• Weekdays 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Washington Ave: Traffic, parking, and sidewalk closures from 17th St to 18th St

• Through July 8
• Weekdays 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

JeffCo Government Area near W 10th Avenue & Johnson Road: Traffic & sidewalk closures

• Through July 31
• Weekdays 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Colorado School of Mines: CSM campus has various closures. Check ROW permitting map below for details.

Concrete Replacement Program

The City’s Annual Concrete Replacement Program began last week. They are replacing damaged or deficient concrete and making ADA upgrades. Notice will be provided to residents no less than 24 hours in advance of work. Please contact John Hardy at jhardy@cityofgolden.net if you have any questions.  

Work will continue on the following streets:

• Rubey Drive from Cody Trail to Iowa Drive
• W. 10th Avenue from Johnson Road to Jefferson County Parkway
• Jefferson County Parkway from W. 10th Avenue to 6th Avenue

Public Road Closures

City of Golden / 911 10th Street / Golden, CO

(303) 384-8000