Superior Sentinel May 2022

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Superior Sentinel - MAY 2022

Building/Demo Permit Process Weekly Open House

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The Planning and Building Department is hosting weekly open house opportunities for residents, contractors and developers to learn more about the community core software that is facilitating the rebuilding efforts in the Town of Superior.

Safe Built staff will be available to walk attendees through the community core software, answer any and all questions about the permitting process and explain how to schedule inspections.

Open house demonstrations will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Planning and Building Office, located at Superior Plaza, 100 Superior Plaza Way, Suite 200.

For more information, please call 303-499-3675 ext. 138 or email CBO@superiorcolorado.gov.


Volunteers Reseed Fire Affected Areas. Thank You!

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This awesome and hard-working crew of volunteers from Tech Electronics spent several hours last month raking and over-seeding a portion of tract north of the Oerman-Roche Trailhead as a part of a PROS reseeding pilot project. We talked about the effects of the fire in this area and on the community, fire ecology and the value of reseeding specific areas with native grasses to mitigate erosion and noxious weed concerns, as well as support local wildlife and pollinators. This is a great example of the spirit of service surrounding ourTown. Thank you, Tech Electronics!


COVID-19 Precautions Encouraged by BCPH

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Boulder County Public Health recommends measures in slowing the spread of COVID-19.

- Stay Informed
- Masks Recommended, Not Required
- Get tested
- Get vaccinated and boosted
- Wash your hands
- Moving gatherings outdoors when possible
- Increasing airflow and ventilation indoors
- Staying home if you are sick
- Know the resources available to you

Thank you for doing your part to keep your household and your neighbors healthy.

Economic Development News

National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week Coming Up May 1-7

National Small Business Week celebrates the resiliency and tenacity of the small businesses in our community. Three months after the Marshall Fire, Superior’s local businesses are doing their best to stage a comeback. Some have been hit harder than others, but all have experienced the outpouring care and support of the surrounding community. For residents of Superior and community members in the region, there are several ways to help. Social media is one great avenue for showing support. You can visit Superior businesses’ Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages and leave encouraging comments and reviews.

Ultimately, the best way to help is through your patronage. Supporting our local businesses helps cultivate relationships within the community and will help impacted businesses recover more quickly. Visit the Town's Business Directory for a list of our incredible Superior businesses. Also, please visit the Economic Development website to check out our One Community Business Spotlights!


Superior Sustainability News

Air Quality

Air Quality Awareness Week

May 2-6, 2022

This year’s Air Quality Awareness Week has daily topics focused on citizen science and sensors, environmental justice and air quality, and more. One way to help improve the region’s air quality is to trade in your gas-powered landscape equipment for electric alternatives. Check out the two opportunities below that will help you do that!


Gas-powered Lawn Mower and Leaf Blower Recycling Event

Saturday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ascent Church, 550 McCaslin Boulevard, Louisville
No appointment necessary!

Visit the Event Page for more details.


Mow Down Pollution

Vouchers for Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment

New in 2022, the Town is partnering with the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) for its Mow Down Pollution Program. Vouchers are available to people who choose to recycle and replace their gas-powered lawn mowers ($150 voucher) and leaf blowers ($50 voucher) with rechargeable or corded electric equipment.

Vouchers are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Residents can sign up for a voucher here. To receive a voucher, you must drop off your gas mower or leaf blower at the Gas-powered Lawn Mower and Leaf Blower Recycling Event or provide proof of recycling at another facility.

While there are a limited number of mower/leaf blower vouchers, any Superior resident can drop off their gas mower during the recycling event in Louisville.


Board and Advisory Groups News

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First Fridays Coffee With Town Board Members

Please join fellow residents and Superior Town Board Members for First Fridays Coffee hosted by the Town Board Friday, May 6, from 7:45 to 9:30 am. This is an informal conversation about all things Superior. Stay for a few minutes or the whole time, as your schedule allows. Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

This month's meeting will be held virtually. Please visit the Event Page for details


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Recent Town Board Actions

The Superior Town Board makes many decisions over the course of each month. These decisions affect the residents and direct staff activity.
Review the most Recent Town Board Actions from April 2022.


Town Advisory Groups Give Back to the Community

Support your community by volunteering! Advisory Groups are hands-on Town advocates serving the community and shaping the Town’s future. Apply now and make a difference!

  • Historical Commission – 1 vacancy
  • Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC) – 1 vacancy
  • The Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee (CAPS) has 4 vacancies!  This committee’s volunteers were significantly impacted by the Marshall fire yet CAPS continues to push forward with passionate plans to support fire survivors and the community through the arts. Help them help Superior!

For more information about the Advisory Groups and for an easy online application, please visit the Town of Superior Advisory Groups website.

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Read Aloud

SYLC Offers Read Aloud Program

Engage your child in stories and get a little you-time, too! The Superior Youth Leadership Council (SYLC) is hosting a FREE read-aloud series. While this event was created with families affected by the fires in mind, all are welcome.

Children can bring in a favorite book or choose a new book to explore from our library. Caregivers are asked to remain close by in the building but are welcome to enjoy a little time to themselves.

This program will be hosted at the Superior Community Center every 2nd Friday of the month starting on Friday, May 13Registration is requested but not required. If you have questions, please contact SYLC Staff Liaison, Mikaela Gregg at mikaelag@superiorcolorado.gov


Parks, Recreation & Open Space News

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2022 Summer Rec Guide Available Now!

It is time for summer fun and the Town of Superior's Summer Recreation Guide is here to show you the way. The Recreation Guide includes programs and activities for the months of May through August 2022 including: Swim Lessons, Youth and Adult Tennis, Marcelo Balboa Soccer Camp, Grass Roots Ultimate Disc Camp and much more. Inside the digital guide you will find up-to-date information and direct links to program registration.

For questions, please contact the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department at 303-544-9005 or tospros@superiorcolorado.gov.


Public Works and Utilities News

National Public Works Week

Did you know National Public Works Week is May 15-21, 2022? Help us thank the many hard-working public works employees of Superior, Colorado who help to solidify our infrastructure and improve our community. Get to know more about all they do at the Public Works and Utilities Department webpage. 


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Upcoming Sidewalk Closures in Downtown Superior

Carmel is now working on Blocks 6, 7, and the north portions of Blocks 9 ,10 and 11. In addition to that, Remington is constructing townhomes on the southern portions of Blocks 9, 10 and 11. Since there are zero setbacks from the sidewalks adjacent to Blocks 9, 10 and 11, construction will entail closure of the sidewalks surrounding these blocks as indicated in red on the graphic below. Please take note of the new sidewalk available along the north side of Old Rail Way from Promenade Drive to Gateway Drive, and along Gateway Drive, from Old Rail Way to Main Street as indicated in green in the image provided.

Carmel’s work on Blocks 9, 10 and 11 will extend into 2023 while Remington will open sidewalks once its adjacent construction is safely out of the way of pedestrian paths. This work should start by early summer.


US 36 Bikeway

US 36 Bikeway Extension Project

Construction has started on the US 36 Bikeway Extension project. This federally funded project extends the US 36 Bikeway along the south side of US 36 in Superior. On the west end this project would construct a 10 ft.-wide multi-use concrete trail along the south side of US 36 from the existing US 36 Bikeway bridge (near Avista Hospital) east under the US 36/88th Street bridge. On the east end, the trail be constructed from the existing underpass of W. Flatiron Crossing Drive west through Autry Park to Rock Creek Parkway and turn north to 88th Street. The total project length will be about 7,000 feet. Initial work is being done within Autry Park and will require restricted access at times to some of the park’s amenities. Please observe detour signs and construction fencing during this construction period.