This Is Aurora City Newsletter
Aug. 18, 2022
Responsible waste disposal protects our land, waterways and community

To protect Aurora's residents and environment, there are ways to get rid of household waste safely.

Household chemicals
Due to logistics and contractor staffing issues, this year's Household Chemical Roundup is canceled. But for hazardous waste disposal, Waste Management's At Your Door Special Collection offers a pickup program for household chemicals by calling 800.449.7587. More information is available at WMAtYourDoor.com/Residential.

Still have paint leftover from your last project? Through the free PaintCare program, unused paint, stain and varnish can be returned to many of the locations where it was purchased or picked up from home for larger quantities. For details, visit PaintCare.org/Colorado.

Electronics
Electronics tossed in the trash not only cause serious environmental problems but also are banned from landfills in Colorado. The city partners with Techno Rescue to offer special pricing events for e-cycling at their facility at 3251 Lewiston St., Suite 10. Opportunities are scheduled from Sept. 26 to Oct. 1, Dec. 27 to 30 and Jan. 2 to 7. For hours and pricing information, visit AuroraGov.org/Recycle.

Batteries
Alkaline batteries made in America no longer contain mercury and can be thrown away in the regular trash if placed in a plastic zip-top bag or with a piece of tape placed securely over each terminal. Cellphone and rechargeable batteries may be recycled at stores listed at Call2Recycle.org.

As a reminder, residential trash and recycling pickup is not a city-provided service, and residents must arrange service with one of the city's permitted trash and recycling haulers. For details, visit AuroraGov.org.
Plan your day at Global Fest
Global Fest will offer activities for all ages, including two stages of musical and dance performances, an international marketplace, art displays, creative activities for children, food vendors and more! Visit the link below to learn more.
New Customer Portal coming in September

Aurora Water will be offering a new online portal, SpryEngage, for customers to manage their water accounts. This portal gives you the option to set up multiple ways to pay your account, access to your water use summaries over time, the ability to monitor and pay multiple accounts, several ways to make donations to Aurora Water Cares, and options to receive communications from Aurora Water. This is not a replacement for the current Paymentus bill payment system or our other customer portals. Rather, it provides a single platform that can consolidate these tools.

From 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, through Tuesday, Sept. 6, while SpryEngage is implemented, Paymentus and Pay-by-Phone options will not be available. If you use AutoPay, service will not be disrupted. If you currently have a Paymentus account, you will be able to access your payment account seamlessly after Sept. 6. For additional information, visit AuroraGov.org/SpryEngage.
If you see graffiti, report it

The presence of graffiti can make an otherwise pleasant community feel less safe or appear to have less value. By promptly removing graffiti, we send the message that our neighborhoods will not tolerate vandalism and that crime does not have a home in that area.

The city's Housing and Community Services Department has a unit dedicated to removing graffiti from city neighborhoods Monday through Friday during daytime hours. The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department removes graffiti found in parks and open space.

To report graffiti, contact Access Aurora.
IN THE NEWS
Aurora Now
Council Member Town Meetings
Council members are eager to hear from residents and committed to forums where those conversations can occur. Please visit AuroraGov.org/Council to confirm meeting dates and location information and to find links for joining virtual meetings. If you don't know your council ward, go to AuroraGov.org and click on "Property Info."
  • Mayor Mike Coffman - Saturday, Sept. 10, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Hoffman Library, 1298 Peoria St.
  • Ward I (Crystal Murillo) - Thursday, Aug. 25, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Moorhead Recreation Center, 2390 Havana St. (virtual meeting option available)
  • Ward II (Steve Sundberg) - Thursday, Sept. 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vassar Place (virtual meeting option available)
  • Ward III (Ruben Medina) - Wednesday, Sept. 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle
  • Ward IV (Juan Marcano) - Thursday, Sept. 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Colorado Early Colleges, 1400 S. Abilene St. (virtual meeting option available)
  • Ward V (Alison Coombs) - Saturday, Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Mission Viejo Library, 15324 E. Hampden Circle
  • Ward VI (Françoise Bergan) - Wednesday, Sept. 14, 6 to 8 p.m., Heritage Eagle Bend, 23155 E. Heritage Parkway
  • At Large (Angela Lawson, Curtis Gardner, Danielle Jurinsky, Dustin Zvonek) - Wednesday, Aug. 25, 6 to 8 p.m., Beck Recreation Center, 800 Telluride St. (virtual meeting option available)

City Council Regular Meeting
Monday, Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m.
This will be a hybrid meeting, with attendance both in person and virtually. View online at AuroraTV.org or on cable channels 8 and 880. Visit AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings for the agenda. For information on addressing City Council during the meeting, go to AuroraGov.org/PublicComment. 
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway 

Global Fest
Saturday, Aug. 20, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Celebrate the cultures and communities that call Aurora home with musical and dance performances, a fashion show, a parade of nations, an international marketplace, food, vendors and more.
Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraGov.org/GlobalFest

Coffee Chat with RTD
Wednesday, Aug. 24, 6 to 8 a.m.
RTD's Zero Fare for Better Air Initiative is continuing through the month of August, giving residents a chance to ride public transit for free and improve our air quality. RTD is hosting a Customer Coffee Chat for customers to ask questions about RTD's services, ongoing projects and the #zerofare initiative.
Aurora Metro Center Station, 14555 E. CentrePoint Drive

Identity Theft/Fraud Seminar
Wednesday, Aug. 24, 6 to 7 p.m.
Each year, millions of Americans are affected by identity theft, which can occur in many forms. Attend Aurora Public Library’s free seminar to learn what identity theft is, including how it occurs, how thieves use your information, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim. Reserve your spot now by emailing LibraryOutreach@AuroraGov.org
Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E Colfax Ave.
More information: https://bit.ly/3ORTl8k.

2022 Aurora Forum for Older Adults
Friday, Aug. 26, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join the Aurora Commission for Older Adults to learn about healthy aging. The event will include resources, speakers, giveaways and refreshments. Registration is required by calling 303.739.7950.
Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle

Park Lights & Movie Nights 2022
Sept. 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 and 24
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at different parks across the city. Movies start at sunset each night. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and treats to enjoy a fun movie under the stars. Killer Kettle Corn will also be available for sale onsite for those who need a movie-time snack.
For information and locations, visit AuroraGov.org/Events.

Aurora for Action: A youth-focused conference promoting violence reduction
Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join the city of Aurora and partners at this inaugural conference for youth, caregivers and service providers. The event will include workshops, a resource fair, an awards ceremony and much more.
Gateway High School, 1300 S. Sable Blvd.
More information: AuroraGov.org/EmpoweringYouth

Disparity Study: Virtual Public Hearings 
Sept. 13, 5 p.m., and Sept. 14, noon
The city of Aurora has contracted with Griffin & Strong P.C., a public-policy consulting firm, to determine whether there is a significant statistical disparity
between the availability of qualified, Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (MWDBE) and the utilization of such businesses in the city’s procurement and contracting processes. Public hearings allow businesses and community members to go on the record with their comments about doing business with the city of Aurora or its marketplace. All comments will become part of the public record and be included in the study analysis.
Registration is required at EngageAurora.org/DisparityStudy.

COVID-19 Testing Site
Open through Sept. 30, daily 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free testing for COVID-19 is provided to anyone who wants to be tested, especially those with symptoms. No appointment is necessary. No doctor referral, no health insurance, and no proof of identification is required. Online registration in advance is preferred but is not required.
Aurora Center for Active Adults parking lot, 30 Del Mar Circle, at Del Mar Park

“AMERICA” Art Exhibit
Through Oct. 30
The Aurora History Museum is proud to host "AMERICA," an original art show highlighting artists from North, Central and South America, in a freely themed show representing America. This exhibit is presented by the local art collective Tonos Latinos, a network of Latino American artists offering multi-cultural artistic events that bring together visual arts, music, poetry, dance, written word and crafts.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org

Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora's Mexican Community
Through April 16, 2023
The Aurora History Museum and the city of Aurora Office of International and Immigrant Affairs celebrate Aurora’s Mexican population with a new exhibition. The exhibit showcases vibrant aspects of great cultural and traditional significance to Aurora's Mexican community, such as popular music, art, dance, clothing, popular food and religion. Free admission. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday.
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
More information: AuroraMuseum.org
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