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Superior Sentinel - MAY 2021
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"State of Superior" Presentation
The Mayor/ Manager "State of Superior" presentation will be available for viewing on the Town's website later this month. Tune in to hear Mayor Clint Folsom share updates and insights into what is happening in our Town.
superiorcolorado.gov
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The Town of Superior remains at Level Blue on Boulder County's COVID-19 dial until May 15. Beginning May 16, if new hospital admissions remain low, Boulder County will be moving to Level Clear for a 90-day observation period. Under Level Clear, local capacity restrictions and mitigation are no longer required but may be encouraged. Masks may still be required under state or local order, and if the state continues any orders, those state restrictions will apply in Boulder County. For more information regarding levels and metrics, please visit the Boulder County Dial Framework webpage.
All Coloradans age 16 and older are now eligible to receive the vaccine free of charge. To find locations and to register for the vaccine: Visit the State of Colorado ‘Where Can I get Vaccinated?’ website or Boulder County’s COVID-19 Vaccine website. For phone access: Use the State of Colorado COVID-19 Vaccine Toll-Free Number 1-877-CO VAX CO (1-877-268-2926) or call the Boulder County Call Center at 720-776-0822.
For Town of Superior updates, metrics and COVID-19 information, please visit: https://www.superiorcolorado.gov/community/covid-19
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As final preparations are taking place, the new Community Center will begin hosting tours of the building through the month for residents interested in seeing the progress thus far.
Community Center Tours will be offered:
Tuesdays at noon and 1:00 p.m.
Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 pm.
No Registration Required
Face masks required indoors
Tour participants, please use the street entrance at Rock Creek Circle and park on the south side of the building. Staff will meet you there to begin the tour. The street entrance at Coalton Road will remain closed due to on-going exterior site work.
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In February, the Town Board accepted five environmental sustainability goals recommended by the Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability. In addition to goals related to air quality, energy, water and waste, a goal was established to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Town of Superior at least 25 percent below 2005 emissions by 2025. The Town is eager to start making progress towards these goals and recognizes that achieving them requires effective, responsible and resilient municipal operations.
At the end of April, the Town transitioned 100% of its municipal electricity use to Xcel Energy’s Windsource® program, taking the first big step to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Town operations. Windsource® is a subscription-based program that provides customers with the opportunity to offset their electricity consumption with wind power for an additional $0.015 per kilowatt hour. Customers subscribed to Windsource® earn renewable energy credits, which allow households, businesses, municipalities and institutions to commit to clean energy even when onsite renewables are not an option.
Transitioning to Windsource® gave the Town an immediate opportunity to makes its operations more sustainable. Residents and businesses can explore both on and offsite renewable energy options available to them by visiting Xcel Energy’s Renewable Energy webpage.
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Sweet on Superior Begins May 3rd
As businesses adapt to the ever-changing environment, let’s show our Superior commitment to supporting local businesses through these unusual circumstances. Join us on the free GooseChase app to tackle various challenges each week. Individuals or teams are encouraged to promote the Superior businesses you love and explore the businesses you may not know about yet. Creative challenges will also be posted on social media each week, but you must participate via GooseChase to be entered to win. Winners will be those who support the most businesses and complete the most challenges. Let’s show the love to our Superior businesses. The Sweet on Superior challenge begins on Monday, May 3rd. Stay tuned for more details!
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Board and Advisory Groups
VIRTUAL First Fridays Coffee with Superior Town Board Members - May 7th
Please join fellow residents and Superior Town Board Members for First Fridays Coffee hosted by the Town Board on May 7th, from 7:45 to 9:30 am. This will be a virtual, informal conversation online. Stay for a couple of minutes or the whole time, as your schedule allows.
Information on how to join the meeting.
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Recent Town Board Actions from the April Meetings
Review the most Recent Town Board Actions from the April 2021 Town of Superior Board Meetings.
Town Advisory Groups Need Your Help
There are currently vacancies on the groups listed below and the potential for more openings on ALL advisory groups as a number of terms are ending soon.
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Advisory Committee for Environmental Suitability – 2 vacancies
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Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Group – 2 vacancies
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee – 1 vacancy
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Planning Commission – 2 vacancies
Hurry! Applications are due May 26th for June quarterly interviews. Visit The Town of Superior’s Advisory Group Webpage for more information and to apply online.
For updates and information about Parks, Recreation and Open Space, please visit www.superiorrec.com.
Encouraging vibrant and meaningful community by providing exceptional parks, facilities, open space, events and services.
2021 Summer Rec Guide Available Now!
It's time for summer fun and the Town of Superior Summer Recreation Guide is here to show you the way. The Recreation Guide includes programs and activities for the months of May through August 2021. Inside you will find information about Swim Lessons, Youth and Adult Tennis, Youth and Adult Pickleball, Marcelo Balboa Soccer Camp, Grass Roots Ultimate Disc Camp, Enrichment Programs for All Ages and much more. Online registration now open! For questions, please contact the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department at 303-499.3675.
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Community Swimming Pools OPEN May 28th
 It's hard to believe, but the summer swim season is right around the corner. Let’s make sure you’re ready to join the fun.
The Town will once again be utilizing the digital pool membership card for resident pool access. Residents who signed up for a card(s) last summer will not need to sign up again as all household card(s) will automatically be renewed for the summer of 2021. If you are a new Superior resident or did not get digital pool cards last summer, and would like to access North and South Pool in 2021, please obtain digital pool membership cards for each member of your household. Registration will require a photo to be uploaded for each member. This photo will then be linked to the respective digital pool membership card on the Amilia app. When visiting the pools this summer just open the Amilia app on your phone and the front desk staff can scan each family member's digital pool id card. See you soon! For more information visit www.superiorrec.com or call 303-499-3675.
Despite the heavy snow that hit the front range in March, dry conditions still cover 100% of the state with 62% of the state in severe, extreme, or exceptional drought categories. The low-to-average levels of snowpack, coupled with 2020 being a record hot, dry year with wildfires that affected critical watershed areas has sent many North Metro areas into Drought Watch, where water conditions are closely monitored to make determinations on if water restrictions will be necessary. All water customers in the North Metro area are encouraged to find ways to save water now to help prevent drought restrictions and maintain water supply throughout the summer. View recommendations on how to save money and protect future water supplies.
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Fence Maintenance Reminder
Spring is the season to spruce-up outdoor areas and the Town will begin annual fence maintenance. This year, section #2 (Paint Rotation map) will receive a new coat of paint and any minor exterior repair that may be necessary. As a reminder, the Town is responsible for exterior painting and minor repair on the outside face of fence sections that abut Town right-of-way or open space/greenbelt areas. Residents are responsible for the inside of this fencing, which includes posts and crossbeams, or "stringers”. For homeowners who would like to match the Town fence color, it is Cabot Dune Gray - Solid Stain, available at Lowe's. Please contact the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department with questions at 303-499-3675.
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Town Hall Book Drop Accessible 24/7/365
Superior and Louisville work together to provide library services to Superior residents, which includes a library book drop box at Superior Town Hall.
Books are collected daily during the week and delivered to the Louisville Public Library.
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Superior Chamber of Commerce
 If you are new to the Town of Superior, the Superior Chamber of Commerce invites you to log on to this casual Zoom call with some of our board members and other volunteers. We want to be a resource to you so you can find some answers to your questions about the area. If we don't know the answer to a question, we'll help you find it! This isn't a presentation as much as a conversation! Come with your questions and our volunteers will try to help. You might even meet some other people new to the area. Zoom Call Registration
Energy Resources for Businesses
Partners for a Clean Environment: Heat Pump/Electric Conversion Rebates
Thinking about high performance, low carbon heating options for your business? PACE now offers heat pump rebates. Heat pump systems not only provide very efficient space heating, but cooling as well, offering you an all-in-one electric option for your building. When combined with the rebates for high efficiency air conditioning, PACE is offering approximately $500/ton of system capacity. Contact info@PACEpartners.com or 303-786-7223 to get started.
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At the Firehouse
May 16-22, 2021, is the 46th annual National EMS Week. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation's communities.
This year's theme is This Is EMS: Caring for Our Communities.
Read more in this article written by Paul Johnson, Division Chief of EMS.
Resource Central
Slow the Flow
Just like a car, your sprinklers need an occasional check-up to make sure they’re watering your lawn as efficiently as possible. Get your system checked with a FREE Slow the Flow sprinkler consultation by Resource Central and the Town of Superior!
Sprinkler consultations last about 75 minutes and could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year and keep your lawn healthy. It’s easy to sign up and get long-lasting results! Simply call 303-999-3824 or sign up at ResourceCentral.org/Sprinklers to schedule.
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Commuting Solutions
 How to Ride RTD
Public transit is the most efficient way to connect commuters to their final destination. Traveling by bus or rail is not only budget friendly, but also benefits the environment and improves air quality! Sometimes it’s hard to figure out how to start taking public transit. Luckily, Commuting Solutions has made an informational video about the several ways you can book a ride through RTD. Whether you’re purchasing tickets at an RTD station, online or through your phone, booking your next commute through RTD has never been easier!
You can watch the video online (instead of here change to online) or find other helpful how-to videos and webinars on Commuting Solutions’ YouTube Channel!
Louisville Public Library
May Info and Programs
Open 5 days a week
The Louisville Public Library is currently operating with modified hours, but patrons are welcome to visit Tuesday through Friday and on Sunday. Reservations are not required and patrons have access to the adult, teen, and children’s areas, including computers. Visit LouisvilleCO.gov/LibraryHours for more details.
Mobile checkout is here!
Mobile checkout eliminates the need to visit the selfCheck kiosk or circulation desk to borrow items. Using cloudLibrary, patrons can now check out materials using their digital devices. The cloudLibrary app is available for free through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Users simply follow the prompts and log in using their library card number.
Potty Training Workshop
For Adults and Caregivers
Date: 05/12/2021 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
This event is FREE, registration is required.
Resilience in Uncertain Times
Date: 05/19/2021 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
This event is FREE, registration is required.
The Future of Bees
Date: 05/25/2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This event is FREE, registration is required.
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Memorial Day, Monday, May 31
All Town Offices will be CLOSED for Memorial Day.
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Mental Health Awareness Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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