In This Issue | August 2023
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Fiber Survey
Free Training for In-Demand Jobs
Centennial Water & Sanitation Summit
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Zero Fare for Better Air
ACSO Safety in Faith Summit
City Announcements
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Fiber in Centennial - Have We Heard from You?
The City of Centennial strives to be a future-ready community therefore, through August 14, the City is asking local businesses to share their thoughts on current internet service as well as desires, wants and needs in the years ahead. Since 2018, City businesses, internet service providers, community anchor institutions and others have used Centennial’s 50-mile fiber backbone for their business. By completing this 10-minute survey, your input will provide insight into how Centennial may expand smart fiber services including internet.
Colorado Launches Free Training for In-Demand Jobs
In partnership with the Colorado Community College System, Governor Jared Polis recently announced the launch of Career Advance Colorado, a workforce development initiative that offers free training for in-demand jobs through the state's 19 community and technical colleges. Starting in August 2023, tuition, fees, and course materials will be covered, while funding is available, for programs in Construction, Education, Firefighting, Law Enforcement, Nursing, and more. Learn about the requirements and specifications, and be a part of the training for the next generation of essential workers.
Water & Sanitation Summit streams Local Learnings
Residents of the City of Centennial are serviced by more than a dozen water and sanitation districts with differing water resources, infrastructure, goals, and needs. To better understand how the City can partner with and support these diverse needs, Centennial's University of North Carolina Interns hosted the Centennial Water & Sanitation Summit last month. Water district representatives, Centennial City Council Members, City Staff, and industry experts gathered in one place and experienced meaningful conversations about this important resource and exchanged knowledge and experiences. Watch the replay here.
Zero Fare for Better Air Campaign Runs through August
Catch your free ride! Now through the end of the month, enjoy a complimentary RTD bus or train ride. Through a partnership with the Colorado Energy Office, RTD is once again offering its Zero Fare for Better Air program for the months of July and August, which is traditionally Colorado’s high-ozone season. Now in its second year, the Zero Fare for Better Air program encourages the use of public transportation to reduce ground-level ozone.
Arapahoe Sheriff hosts Safety in Faith Summit
Representatives of all houses of worship are invited to attend the Safety in Faith Summit on Thursday, August 31. Hosted by the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, this free workshop offers information and training about current threats, protecting houses of worship, insurance and liability, local resources, and more. Learn additional details, see the topics and presenters, and register for this event.
Business News
- The State's Small Business Accelerated Growth program is offering a Digital Marketing and Online Presence training pathway. Application process is now underway, which includes a $5,000 grant opportunity. Apply now through Sunday, August 20.
- This Saturday, August 5, Wings Over the Rockies hosts it Hops in the Hangar event, one of Denver's most unique beer festivals with museum entrance, unlimited tastings, food stations and live music.
- Pet-friendly workplace? Check out the 2023 CESAR® Workplace Grants opportunity, powered by the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program. Applications due Friday, August 11.
- From Family Feud to Wheel of Fortune, we love our game shows. and Centennial will soon host our very own game show experience! Perfect for team-building, Game Show Battle Rooms opens their newest location in the City this Fall.
City Announcements
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