In the month of February, the world acknowledges and celebrates Black History. The NAACP Boulder County and Executive Committee for African American Cultural Events, Boulder County, invite you to participate in their 2023 Black History Month Celebrations featuring:

• The Nashville African American Wind Symphony
• Black Futures in Art: We're Not Just History - Six exhibitions featuring the works of Black artists in Boulder County.
• Youth Storytelling featuring youth author Nyibol Bior and her book "My Beautiful Colors" 

All events are free! Go to the NAACP's event page to reserve your spot, and keep an ear open for other opportunities to celebrate black history throughout the month!

Advisor Robby Schwarz is hosting walk-in office hours to answer questions regarding Marshall Fire recovery such as incentives, codes, building science, construction strategies, specific material choices, and cost effectiveness. Advising is available at no cost to homeowners, builders, code officials, trade partners, or others. This service is the same service that was previously offered through Zoom and is now more convenient for Superior residents. 

Office hours will be every second and fourth Thursday, starting February 9 and ending April 27, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).

Sgt. Salaman from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office will host Chat with the Chief on February 18 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road). 

This is a great time to have a conversation about any concerns regarding crime, safety or any other issue that pertains to our local sheriff’s office. The meeting is structured as an informal informational session with questions and answers mixed in.

Sponsored by the Superior Chamber of Commerce.

The Town of Superior's Marshall Fire Recovery webpage is our community's collective resource for the information you need on recovering and rebuilding following the Marshall fire. It includes frequently asked questions and a list of available community resources.

If you have any questions or concerns, please share them with us at marshallfire@superiorcolorado.gov.

First Fridays Coffee - February 3

Join fellow residents and Superior Town Board Members for First Fridays Coffee on February 3 from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).

First Fridays is an informal meeting to discuss current topics relating to the Town. Bring your questions, concerns and encouraging updates.

Thirsty Thursdays - February 16

The Town Board is hosting a brand new come-and-go gathering this month called Thirsty Thursdays. This will be an ongoing bi-monthly event where the Town Board is inviting residents to join them for a social evening of engaging conversation. Whether you pick up a drink or not, you're welcome to hang out with us as we discuss a wide variety of unstructured topics (anything's on the table, even the Broncos).

Join us from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Pat's Tap (1611 Coalton Rd. in Superior), Thursday, February 16!

To keep our streets safer, the Town Board approved an ordinance (Sec. 8-1-60. - Parking violations) reducing the time trailers, and recreational vehicles can be parked on a public street to 48 hours. 

The time frame balances providing short-term access to these vehicles while keeping safety paramount in our residential neighborhoods. Due to their size, these vehicles inherently obscure visibility, especially at night. Playing children, joggers or the family pet crossing the road are hidden from view, which increases the likelihood of a significant accident.

For more information about this ordinance, contact Code Enforcement Officer Jammi Hedquist at jammih@suepriorcolorado.gov or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext. 165.

It’s only February, but we are already recruiting for our summer staff. 

Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job with competitive pay and flexible hours? Then look no further than the Town of Superior outdoor pools!  We are looking for enthusiastic and upbeat staff members to fill the following positions:

Assistant Pool Manager
Lifeguard
Front Desk Attendant

Positions are posted on the Town of Superior Employment page. 

The Boulder County Youth Corps is excited to announce hiring dates for the upcoming summer season. 

Applications for teen Corps member positions will open on Monday, February 13. Interviews will be conducted two weekends in April, dates TBD.

Applications for the Field Coordinator position are also being accepted until February 2. The Field Coordinator works with sponsors to provide well-planned work projects

In addition to superiorcommunitycenter.com, the Community Center now has a Facebook page to keep you updated on upcoming events, entertainment, and programs! 

If you're on Facebook, please LIKE and follow our new Facebook page, and invite your friends and neighbors do the same so nobody misses all the fun things planned for the Superior community.

The Winter/Spring 2023 Recreation Guide from the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department is now available! This guide contains information on events, programs, and activities offered from the beginning of January through the end of April. Take a look at what's coming up in the months ahead!

Programs include:

• Art and Music Classes for all ages
• Wellness Workshops
• Sports & Fitness at the Community Center
• Sports & Fitness Outdoor Programs
• Gardening Workshops
• Wildlife Walks & Open Space Nature Programs
• School Break Camps and so much more!

Also! Keep your eye out! The 2023 Summer Guide is in the works and will be mailed out on April 3. Summer registration will open shortly after on April 10. More details to come. 

To stay informed about parks, recreation, open space, trails, arts and events in and around the Town of Superior, subscribe through the Town's email subscription service and make sure to check the topics under "Parks, Recreation and Open Space" when choosing which types of information items you would like to receive.

Take a look at the latest Parks, Recreation and Open Space Newsletter.

You may have noticed an increase in your energy bills over the past month, and if so, you are not alone. Colorado Public Radio has a great article explaining why you may have seen an increase in cost and what you can do about it, from tips to conserve energy to getting help with paying your bill if you qualify. Much of the cost increase has to do with natural gas prices, which Xcel has stated will continue to go up through at least 2025, so another way to look to lower your bills (and help the climate) is to electrify appliances in your home.

Let's start with the basics. Did you know that the recycling symbol printed on plastics is for the manufacturer not for customers? The most common form, the recycle symbol with a number inside, tells you what kind of plastic an item is made from, but it does NOT mean that the item can go in your curbside bin! This marketing tactic has led to widespread confusion, but an item is only recyclable if the materials can be collected locally and re-sold to someone who can turn it into something new.

We are lucky here in Boulder County to have a Recycling Center where lots of time has been spent developing relationships with regional markets to be able to accept as many items as possible and where artificial intelligence upgrades developed in Louisville help sort waste quickly and effectively. Even at the best facilities, it is important to not “wishcycle” and put the right items in your recycling bin. If you are wondering what to do with an item, Eco-Cycle’s A-Z Guide is a great resource.

Stay informed about sustainability programs and projects in and around the Town of Superior, subscribe through the Town's email subscription service and make sure to check "Sustainability Monthly Newsletter" topic when choosing which types of information items you would like to receive.

Take a look at the latest Sustainability Newsletter.

It’s great to see construction activity in Sagamore continue to pick-up, as more and more rebuilds get started. Much of the public improvements in Sagamore have been completed. The Town will also be completing the last FEMA reimbursement project in Sagamore later this year with the Asphalt Replacement Project.

To help facilitate construction activities in Sagamore, the Town will be implementing a temporary one-way traffic pattern. New signage will be installed at the end of January noting the new traffic pattern and the Town will be working with Boulder County Sheriff to educate contractors and vehicle traffic on the new temporary traffic pattern. The goal of this temporary traffic pattern is to better facilitate construction activities in the neighborhood as more contractors enter and use the local streets to complete the rebuild process.

Periodically the Town includes information about issues and trends in the area of code enforcement. We want to remind residents of the Municipal Code that applies to the timely removal of snow and ice within the Town. In Sec. 11-1-20., Removal of snow and ice, Homeowners are responsible for removing snow and ice from all sidewalks adjoining their property within 24 hours of the end of each snowfall.

Questions regarding the Town's code enforcement program should be directed to our Code Enforcement Officer Jammi Hedquist at 303-499-3675, ext. 165, or by email at jammih@superiorcolorado.gov.

Evoqua Water Technologies, a leading provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions, has published an excellent report regarding the granular activated carbon (GAC) system. In it, they highlight how the Town's Public Works and Utilities Department jumped into action and accomplished the large task of addressing affected water systems during the Marshall Fire. Read the full article.

Due to inflation and federally mandated improvements at Superior’s wastewater treatment plant, the monthly fees in the areas of sewer, landscaping, trash and recycling are due to increase in the next few months.

Residents will begin seeing the rate increases in their billing statements beginning for landscaping, trash and recycling in February, and for sewer in April. Rate increases are as follows: Sewer (5%), Landscaping (3%), Trash and Recycling ($14.49 per month).

Not all rate increases apply to all residents. To find more information, please visit the Town’s Utility Billing webpage. View your account at xpressbillpay.com. Contact Utility Billing through email at utilitybilling@superiorcolorado.gov or phone at 720-304-6797.

Shortly after the Marshall Fire, all utility late fees and shut-offs were suspended for all residents to accommodate the hardship faced by the community. As the Town moves into the new year, late fees and shut-offs will resume. This resumption will not apply to homes that were destroyed or homes that are uninhabitable because of severe damage. For all others, this change began in January and will first be applied to the February 11 statement reflecting January usage.
 
The Town will continue to assist individuals who are struggling to pay their past-due utility bills as a result of the economic impact from COVID-19 or the Marshall Fire. We will work with you to set up a payment plan that meets your individual needs.

Please contact the Utility Office at 720-304-6797 or through email at utilitybilling@superiorcolorado.gov to discuss your options; Remember, a partial payment is better than no payment.

Blue Federal Credit Union is excited to announce the opening of its newest Denver Metro branch in the Town of Superior. This marks the 20th Blue Federal Credit Union branch in Colorado and southern Wyoming. The state-of-the-art branch is located just east of Target in the Superior Marketplace.

Join the Chamber of Commerce for their 2023 State of the Chamber on March 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) to celebrate the past year's successes and look forward to more great things in the coming year.

This special event will kick off with a Chamber Member Expo followed by a luncheon for Members to hear how their investment is being used. Executive Director, Leslie Espinoza, will guide the audience through the 2022 Annual Report, and present highlights for the Superior Chamber's 2023 Program of Work. Mayor Mark Lacis will give a special address, and Economic Development Manager Jill Mendoza will give an update on what's coming to Superior. We hope you will join us as we make this year even bigger and better. Registration is required.

Do you have a child who will be new to the Boulder Valley School District next school year? Enrollment for the 2023-24 school year is now open! 

RTD remains committed to working with local communities to provide a rail solution to northwest area communities. The Northwest Rail Peak Service Study hopes to advance the efforts toward this commitment. RTD has one remaining public open house where you can learn more about the Northwest Rail Peak Service Study:

February 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Westminster City Park Recreation Center, Longs Peak Community Room
10455 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster, 80020

Community members are welcome to learn more and provide feedback. Study team members will be available to provide an overview of the study and answer questions. There will not be a formal presentation. Spanish interpretation will be provided.

Mountain View Fire Rescue is offering in-person classes where instructors give in-depth lessons on the emergency life-saving procedure and will also show how the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is used. They have classes both on weeknights and on the weekends to better fit a busy schedule. Below is a list of our CPR/AED and CPR/AED + First Aid class times and dates, plus a link where you can sign up, to learn how to save a life!

• February 4: CPR/AED 9:30 a.m. to noon
• February 4: CPR/AED 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
• February 8: CPR/AED 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
• February 11: CPR/AED & First Aid 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• March 11: CPR/AED & First Aid 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sign up for these classes by visitng Moutain View Fire Rescue's website. We hope to see you at one of our courses soon!

How do we protect both people and waterways after winter storms? Deicers are a useful tool that help keep walkways and driveways safe when there is snow and ice, but in large quantities are harmful to aquatic life. Melting snow will carry deicers and other pollutants into storm drains which drain directly to nearby streams without any treatment.

What can I do at home? Shovel snow from sidewalks onto vegetated areas so it can soak into the ground instead of flowing onto the street. If using a deicer, apply according to instructions as soon as snowy or icy conditions appear. Deicers help break the bond between ice and pavement to make shoveling easier. They do not evaporate the snow and ice, so adding more does not eliminate the need to shovel.

Though the days are still chilly, it won’t be long until spring has sprung. Superior is partnering with Resource Central to bring lots of vibrant colors to yards with limited $25 discounts on Garden In A Box kits.

These professionally designed, turnkey kits attract pollinators and neighbors’ admiration, all while using 50% less water than traditional grass. And they come with everything you need to look like a pro! As part of its 20th anniversary celebration, Garden In A Box returns to its roots with Curbside Charm, the perfect waterwise beauty for that annoying strip of lawn between sidewalk and street or on medians. Gardens go on sale on March 1 and they will go fast!

Join Commuting Solutions, the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) Way to Go program on February 10 for Winter Bike to Work Day. This annual event encourages cyclists to brave the elements for a bike ride into work. Here are two ways you and your organization can participate:

• Pledge to ride. Our goal is to get 3,000 riders. Join in the fun and take the pledge: BikeToWorkDay.co Commuting Solutions will have a station in Downtown Superior from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., so stop by and say, “Hello!”
• Host a station. Add some sunshine to a commuter's day by hosting a station in Superior with snacks or hot drinks.

Contact Chloe Grant at chloe@commutingsolutions.org to get started.

First Friday Art Walk at the Library
Open House Event for All Ages
February 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. 
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St)
Be sure to visit the Library during the First Friday Art Walk for local art displays and sales, live music, family arts and crafts, and refreshments.

DIY Valentine’s Gifts
Teens in Grades 6-12
February 7 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St)
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by crafting a nice gift for someone special—even if that someone is yourself or your BFF! We’ll be making sugar scrubs, heart pillows, and cards. Drop-in. No registration required.

Active Minds: Ragtime & the Music of Scott Joplin
Virtual Program for All Ages
February 16 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St)
Join Active Minds for a musical journey into the world of Ragtime and Scott Joplin.  We will examine its origins in African American traditions, emergence among Tin Pan Alley tunes, and surge in popularity in the early 20th century. We will also explore some of Joplin’s most significant works, from piano rags to other progressive compositions as he paved the way as one of the most successful African American composers of his day. Registration Required.

Winter Washi Wonderland
Grade 1-6
February 28 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St)
Come and join us as we find out just how many things you can decorate with Washi tape. Bring an item from home or decorate some of the great stuff we have, or do both! Registration Required.