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What's New, News & Events 
Posted 03/15/10
Help with Census Forms Available
Census forms are being delivered through the U.S. mail during March. Complete the form and send it in by April 1, 2010! If you need help filling out your 2010 Census form, you can visit a Longmont Assistance Center through July 30. Assistance Centers will be open from March 19 through April 19. Dates, times and locations are listed below. For more information visit www.census2010.gov.
Interested in Doing Business with the City?
Come learn how to sell goods, services and construction to three local government agencies. Purchasing staff will be available on March 24 at the Longmont Civic Center to answer questions and provide assistance. Learn how to do business with Boulder County, the City of Longmont and the St. Vrain Valley School District. Questions? Call 303-651-8349.
Longmont Recreation Services currently is accepting registrations for its 8- and 10-week summer day camp programs for youth ages 6 to 12. Full-time, part-time, and single-week options are available. For more information, visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec/childrens/summercamp.htm, or call 303-651-8404.
Longmont Recreation Services will host a Hunter Safety Class at the Longmont Senior Center, March 22-27. Class will meet M/W/F from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4p.m. A Hunter Registration Card is issued upon successful completion. Nonhunters are welcome. Fee is $10 per person. To register, contact the instructor, Michael Hora, at 303-747-2827 or mehdch@aol.com.
Posted 03/05/10
Community Invited to Tamales & Talk Meeting
Are you interested in your school's PTO or even the school board but don't know where to start? Have you thought about serving on a City board or commission but aren't sure what kind of people they’re looking for? Have you always wanted to have your voice heard but wonder just how to do it? Longmont residents who want to enjoy good food and a discussion about various community involvement and leadership opportunities in Longmont are invited to attend the Tamales & Talk meeting on Wednesday, April 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the Callahan House, 312 Terry St. All are invited. We’ll benefit from a wide range of perspectives. Bring yourself AND a friend! Questions? E-mail Linda.kopecky@ci.longmont.co.us.
Google is planning to launch an experiment to bring better and faster Internet access to everyone. They are looking for a community to partner with to test ultra-high speed (over 1 gigabit per second) fiber-to-the-home broadband networks. From now until Friday, March 26, 2010, we're asking you to help nominate the City of Longmont by getting involved. For information visit http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/news/google_fiber
The City is accepting applications through March 31 for the 2010 Paint-a-Thon. This program helps senior and disabled homeowners who need their homes or mobile homes painted. Paint and supplies are provided and volunteers do all the painting. Once applications are submitted and eligibility is determined, households will be chosen for the program with painting tentatively scheduled for July 24. Please call Molly McElroy at (303) 651-8530 for information or an application packet.
Taste of Therapy Wellness Fair
Longmont Recreation Services is hosting a Taste of Therapy Wellness Fair on Saturday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Izaak Walton Clubhouse, 18 S. Sunset. Don’t miss this opportunity to try a variety of alternative wellness options for $5 per 15 minute session. Appointments are taken at the fair on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 9:45 a.m. For more information, call (303) 651-8404 or visit http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec.
Wouldn’t You Help End Poverty if You Knew How?
Join Scott Miller, CEO of the Move the Mountain Leadership Center and author of Until It’s Gone: Ending Poverty In Our Nation, In Our Lifetime to learn more about CIRCLES™, a program in which engaged community members, government, and human services work together to end the cycle of poverty in Boulder County. Join us on March 17 at 3 p.m. at the Xilinx Retreat Center, 1951 Fordham Street. Dinner will be served. RSVP to (303) 441-1545 or csrvp@bouldercounty.org.
If you recently applied online for a position on the Longmont Downtown Development Authority or Airport Advisory Board, please call (303) 651-8649 and confirm that your application was received if you have not already been personally contacted by the City Clerk’s Office.
Posted 02/26/10
Register for Spring Break Camps
Longmont Recreation Services offers a wide variety of camps and programs to keep youth of all ages busy during Spring Break. Whether your child is interested in horseback riding, drawing, sports or science, we have a camp for you! Visit Recreation Services for a current listing or call Longmont Recreation Services at (303) 774-4800.
2010 Paint-a-Thon Information Session
The City is accepting applications through March 31 for this year’s Paint-a-Thon. This program helps low-income senior and disabled homeowners who need their homes painted. Come to the Senior Center at 910 Longs Peak Avenue on Thursday, March 4, from 2 to 3 pm to learn about the Paint-a-Thon and get help applying. Once applications are submitted and eligibility is determined, households will be chosen for the program with painting tentatively scheduled for July 24. Please call (303) 651-8411 to register.
$1 Per Month Park & Greenway Maintenance Fee
Beginning with February utility bills, the Park & Greenway Maintenance Fee will be assessed to each dwelling unit and to commercial property in Longmont to fund the routine, preventative and small capital maintenance of neighborhood and community parks and greenways.
Council Seeks Board Applicants
The City Clerk's Office is currently accepting applications on behalf of Longmont City Council, for the following volunteer advisory boards: Airport Advisory Board, one member, term ends 12/31/12; Longmont Downtown Development Authority, one unexpired member, term ends 6/30/12. Applicants must be downtown district property or business owners; managers, agents, employees, or residents of the district. Applications accepted until 5:00 pm on March 3, 2010, in the City Clerk's Office, 350 Kimbark St. For more information call or visit this page for more information or to apply online.
This program offers grants of up to $2,500 to income- and asset-qualified homeowners for emergency repairs to correct a serious and immediate threat to the health or safety of the family. Examples of eligible repairs include replacement of a furnace or water heater, fixing outdated electrical elements, and plumbing work. Mobile homes are also eligible for this program. Call Molly McElroy at (303) 651-8530 or visit the Housing Rehabilitation Program page for more information.
The Youth Job and Career Fair will bring together local employers of youth ages 14-21, and information about a wide range of careers. Join us on Wednesday, March 10, from 3-6pm at the Twin Peaks Mall in the former Steve & Barry’s. Come early, come late, but just be there! For more information, visit on-line or call Workforce Boulder County at (303) 651-1510.
RTD is hosting meetings to share information about station concept plans, track alignment, analyzed impacts and proposed mitigations in the FasTracks Economic Evaluation plan. The public will learn about the proposed rail service, and be able to provide formal comment. The meeting for the Longmont area is Thursday, March 11, 2010, City Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St.
Posted 02/19/10
Longmont City Council is hosting an informal chat over coffee this Saturday, February 27, at Seattle’s Best in Borders, 1101 S Hover St., from 9 to 10 a.m. Talk with City Council members about any topic. Council Members Sean McCoy and Brian Hansen are scheduled to attend. For information about Council meetings and agendas, call the City Clerk’s Office at (303) 651-8649.
Submit Art for Rhythm on the River Poster
Boulder County artists are invited to submit art for consideration for the 2010 Rhythm on the River commemorative event poster. Please e-mail artwork submissions with a brief artist bio by March 1 to sue.jacobson@ci.longmont.co.us. A jury will select the poster art by March 8. The original art will be owned by the artist with rights given for 100 percent of poster sales going to the event. For more information please e-mail sue.jacobson@ci.longmont.co.us.
Fire Department Seeks Pallets and Clean Scrap Wood
The best way for Longmont firefighters to train for a fire emergency is to experience it firsthand. The Longmont Fire Department requires all firefighters to participate in live fire training at the department’s training center burn building. The department needs clean scrap wood that can be used in live fire training. The donated wood must be nontreated and free from any chemicals. Please contact Longmont Fire Training Coordinator Troy Reed at (303) 651-8439 if you think you can help.
Longmont Fire Offers First Aid and CPR Classes
Did you know that the Longmont Fire Department offers CPR and First Aid classes? These classes are held at Fire Station #5, 617 Barberry Dr. All classes start at 6 pm. Class size is limited to 20 students, so enroll early. The cost is $35 per person. Registration forms and information are available at http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/fire/education/cpr_class.htm or call (303) 651-8535.
City to Host Free Shredding Event
The City of Longmont Public Works and Natural Resources Department is sponsoring a monthly series of free paper shredding events at the Recycle and Tree Limb Diversion Center, located at 140 South Martin Street. The first event will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. In order to participate residents must bring the most recent copy of their utility bill which shows that they pay a waste management fee as part of the monthly billing for trash services. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get rid of those sensitive papers that have accumulated in your home. For more information please call, 303-651-8416.
RTD Meeting with Longmont City Council
The public is invited to a special meeting with Longmont City Council, the Transportation Advisory Board and RTD representatives on Monday, February 22, at 6 pm. The meeting will be held in City Council Chambers at 350 Kimbark St. with a presentation from newly appointed RTD General Manager Phillip Washington. RTD recently has released its Annual Program Evaluation (APE) for 2010. The new APE reflects new cost and tax revenue data for the FasTracks project passed in 2004. RTD representatives also will take questions regarding the newest cost/revenue projections for FasTracks as well as answer questions specific to the City of Longmont.
Posted 02/12/10
Longmont City Government Observes Monday, February 15, as a Holiday. In observance of President’s Day, the following facilities will be CLOSED: Civic Center, Development Services Center, Library, Senior Center, and Museum. The Longmont Ice Pavilion will have open skating from 10 am to 5 pm. The Longmont Recreation Center, Centennial Pool, and the St. Vrain Memorial Building will be open regular hours. Trash and recycling collection services will be one day late.
The Emergency Grant Program offers grants of up to $2,500 to income- and asset-qualified homeowners to make emergency repairs to correct problems that pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or safety of the family. Examples of eligible repairs include replacing a furnace or water heater, fixing outdated electrical elements, and plumbing work. Mobile homes are eligible for this program. Call Molly McElroy at (303) 651-8530 or visit http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/cdbg/rehab for more information.
Interested in Community Gardens for Longmont?
This year, due to the efforts of the City of Longmont and Second Start Community Garden, new garden plots will be available. Every Longmont resident is invited to help develop and guide the expansion of more gardening opportunities in Longmont. People interested in becoming gardeners, potential community partners and garden enthusiasts, are welcome on February 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Safety & Justice Center, 225 Kimbark St. Questions? Call Susan Spaulding at (303) 774-4384.
In March the Census Bureau will distribute questionnaires as required by the U.S. Constitution. The data collected identifies Longmont’s population and its needs, and will ensure that Longmont secures its share of federal funding. The 10 minutes you take to fill out your census form is the equivalent of writing a check back to your City in the amount of $8,750. The Census is safe! The success or failure of the 2010 Census is in our hands.
How Many Residents Does it Take to Keep the Lights On?
It takes everyone’s help to keep Longmont’s lights burning bright. Longmont Power & Communications changes about 60 street lights per month. However, some lights may go unreported because they are not on during the day when crews are working. You can report a burned out or damaged street or pedestal light by visiting LPC’s web site at http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/lpc, or call the City’s 24-hour City Source at (303) 774-4370 and record the outage information on message 1292.
The Stanleytones Bluegrass Music
Get ready for an entertaining afternoon! On February 19 at 2:30 pm the Stanleytones will perform at the Longmont Senior Center. The group’s passion for traditional bluegrass is evident in their sound. The guest artist, George Johnson, creates unique, realistic wood sculptures of everything from bicycles to saddles, boots and hats, and will perform at 1 pm.
Posted 02/05/10
Helicopter to be Used for Power Line Work
Platte River Power Authority is in the process of rebuilding the overhead transmission line in northeast area of Longmont. Platte River's transmission contractor has plans to use a helicopter to install a set of ropes in the new transmission towers on Monday, February 8 if the weather cooperates. There will be traffic control on Sundance and Pace with a lane closure of the north-bound lane on Pace. Contact Mike Dahl at dahlm@prpa.org or (970) 229-5303.
Learn How Much Electricity Your Appliances are Using
Appliance meters are easy to use and help determine how much electricity your appliances and electronic devices are using. Longmont Power & Communications and the Longmont Public Library have teamed up to lend you a meter free. Use your library card to borrow a meter at the library. Questions? Call (303) 651-8470.
2010 Paint-a-Thon Information Sessions
The City is accepting applications through March 31 for this year’s Paint-a-Thon. This program helps income and asset senior and/or disabled homeowners who need their homes painted. Come to the Senior Center to learn about the Paint-a-Thon and get assistance applying on February 8 from 10:00 to 11:00 am or March 4 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Once applications are submitted and eligibility is determined, households will be chosen for the program. Painting is tentatively scheduled for July 24. Call (303) 651-8411 to register.
Foreclosure Prevention Counseling
The Boulder County Housing Counseling Program offers free and confidential foreclosure prevention counseling for Boulder County homeowners who are in foreclosure or are having difficulty making their mortgage payments. Call (720) 564-2279 or visit www.bouldercountyhc.org for more information and to schedule an appointment with a counselor.
Lykins Gulch Restoration Project Begins
The City of Longmont Public Works and Natural Resources Department is beginning the construction of the Lykins Gulch Stream Restoration Project and will continue through September 2010. This project will reconstruct a natural meandering channel from the St. Vrain River near Golden Ponds Park and Nature Area southwesterly to the intersection of Airport Rd and Rogers Rd. The St. Vrain Greenway trail system will be extended by this project and the public can expect some greenway trail closures and detours occurring during the project. Rogers Rd near Airport Rd will also be relocated as part of the construction.
City of Longmont Fire, Police, and Office of Emergency Management have launched a Facebook page, providing a quick and effective way to communicate with the Longmont community. This page will include posts ranging from prevention/education to suspect descriptions so that residents can serve as eyes and ears in the community. For more information visit us on Facebook.com or call (303) 651-8533.
Taste of Therapy Wellness Fair
Longmont Recreation Services is hosting a Taste of Therapy Wellness Fair on February 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Izaak Walton Clubhouse, 18 S. Sunset. Don’t miss this opportunity to try a variety of alternative wellness options for only $5 per 15 minute session. Appointments are taken at the fair on a first-come basis beginning at 9:45 a.m. Call (303) 651-8404 or visit http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec.