Hi Superior,

On Aug. 12, 2024, the Superior Board of Trustees voted unanimously to ask the voters to consider a sales & use tax increase on the November ballot. 

If passed, the proposed sales & use tax ballot measure would increase the Town’s sales & use tax by 0.315% (31 cents on a $100 purchase). The Town would then be authorized to borrow up to $20 million, which monies would be used on capital improvement projects. That debt would then be paid back over the life of the sales tax (which sunsets after 25 years). 

As explained in the ballot language — and the Resolution the Town Board adopted urging voters to vote in favor of the sales tax increase — the debt raise would allow the Town to finance: (1) upgrades and renovations to Town pools; (2) parks and playgrounds projects; and (3) road construction. Currently, the Town has identified $35 million in such unfunded capital projects, and accelerating these capital improvement projects would allow the Board to meet the infrastructure needs of the Town, which continue to grow.

Currently, Superior’s total sales tax (which includes amounts that go to the State, Boulder County, and RTD) is 8.645%. If approved, the total sales tax would be raised to 8.96% (which is equal to Louisville’s current sales tax).

Here’s a chart which shows Superior’s current and proposed sales tax rates compared with other municipalities in our area:

Come out to Community Park (1350 Coalton Road) this Saturday, Sept. 7 for the 2024 Chili & Beer Fest! 

Join the community for a day of delicious chili, cold beverages and fun with your neighbors and friends. There will be excitement for the whole family, including live music by Face Vocal Band and the 5280s Band, games and activities for kids and adults and local vendors. 

Want to go? Free general entry to the Chili & Beer Fest includes unlimited chili samples while supplies last.

Tickets to the Beer Fest, hosted by the Rotary Club of Boulder Valley, can be purchased for $40 in advance or $50 at the door. These tickets allow unlimited tastings (3-ounce pours) from an array of beer, cider, non-alcoholic beverages and spirit vendors. You'll also take home a souvenir Boulder Valley Beer Fest glass mug!

VIP admission is hosted by the Superior Chamber of Commerce. These tickets offer all the perks of Beer Fest general admission, plus exclusive access to the shaded VIP lounge, a catered Taco Bar, tequila tastings, cooling misters, a photo booth, specialty Mexican beers and wines and more.

2024 Chili & Beer Fest
Saturday, Sept. 7
2 to 6 p.m.
Community Park
1350 Coalton Road

Mountain View Fire Rescue, in collaboration with Wildfire Partners and the Town of Superior, is pleased to announce a community-focused wood slash drop-off chipping event for National Preparedness Month in September.

This event, happening from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 28 at Towns 15 (northeast corner of McCaslin Boulevard and Coalton Road) is designed to strengthen wildfire preparedness and community resilience.

It provides residents with a responsible way to dispose of:

• Junipers (can even be cut flush to the ground without removing stump and should not grow back)
• Wood slash, including limbs, branches and small trees up to 6 inches in diameter

In addition to the chipping service, wildfire prevention experts will be on hand to provide valuable insights into wildfire prevention strategies, property maintenance tips, and resources aimed at enhancing fire resilience.

There is also a rebate program that can help residents hire someone if assistance is needed. 

Wildfire Partners is Boulder County’s nationally recognized program committed to helping residents prepare for wildfires. They offer both technical and financial assistance through tailored wildfire mitigation assessments, grant opportunities, educational initiatives, community events and a complimentary chipping program.

For more information, please email Mountain View Fire Rescue or reach out to Wildfire Partners by phone at 303-678-6168 or email.

Pre-registration links will be posted through the Town of Superior website and social media!

Mark your calendars for Sept. 21 and bring the entire family to the Downtown Superior Plaza (2250 Main St.) from 4 to 7 p.m. to celebrate the changing seasons at the Plaza Palooza Fall Farmers Market.

This brand new event features:

• Farmers Market vendors coordinated in partnership with Real Farmers Market
• Games and activities for all ages
• Fall-themed crafts
• Live music from Angie Stevens & the Beautiful Wreck and Superior's own Ultralowfi
• A Bambei Brewing beer garden
• and more! 

Please note that Main Street will be closed. Garage and street parking will be available. Please do not park in residential-only areas. Violators will be ticketed.

Join fellow residents and Superior Town Board Members for First Fridays Coffee on Sept. 6 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. We'll bring the coffee if you bring your questions, concerns and encouraging updates.

The Interim Historical Museum in the Grasso Park Bungalow (122 E. William St.) is open on the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop by this Saturday, Sept. 7 before the Chili & Beer Fest to see the new additions Superior has made to its historical collection.

The Town is encouraging residents to share their time, energy and know-how by volunteering for a Town of Superior Advisory Group. These committees, commissions and councils spend their time finding ways to solve problems, research possibilities and recommend enhancements to our beautiful Town.

Current openings are:

• Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee - One Opening
• Historical Commission - Two Openings

Learn more and apply today by visiting the Town of Superior Advisory Groups website or reach out to Mikaela Gregg by email or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext.128.

The University of Colorado Athletic Department (CU) is thrilled to welcome back Town of Superior Days! Residents can enjoy a CU football game with special ticket discounts. Hurry - tickets are going fast!

Colorado vs. Utah Football Tickets
Saturday, Nov. 16
Folsom Field, 2400 Colorado Ave., Boulder

The Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee invites residents to take a follow-up survey to help guide the next steps toward creating a memorial for the Marshall Fire.

CAPS and the Marshall Fire Memorial Subcommittee have worked through extensive data from last year's first survey that was led by a consultant team. Now CAPS is seeking further input based on their findings.

Submit your feedback at ShapeSuperior.com. The survey closes Sept. 29. 

Bring your furry friends to the South Pool (3300 Huron Peak Ave.) for Dog Daze of Summer, a dog-friendly pool party on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 3 to 7 p.m. This is a free event; donations to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley are appreciated. No humans will be allowed in the pool.

Join the Town's Arts & History division on Sept. 28 for a free outdoor painting workshop! Get inspired by the lush scenery and landscape at Purple Park (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.) to paint on site "en plein air." Learn to work in your medium of choice, whether watercolor with ink pen or acrylic paint.  

Choose one of the two free sessions:

• Workshop 1: 10 a.m. to noon
• Workshop 2: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Already experienced in plein air painting? Join us for a park-wide paint-out without participating in a workshop. Just bring your supplies and enjoy the artsy vibe! Don't miss out on this creative outdoor experience!

Join the Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee on Sept. 27 for an opening reception to reveal and celebrate the winning entries of our recent AI Art competition.

With more than 30 entries submitted by Colorado artists, the theme of this year's competition is "Technology & Emotion." Multiple digital displays will feature cutting edge AI artistry and intriguing artworks.

Come meet the artists and enjoy complimentary appetizers as we display and discuss the future of AI art and Superior's other digital art initiatives.

Questions? Contact Jennifer "JG" Garner by email or at 303-499-3675 ext. 167.

AI Art Competition Opening Reception
Friday, Sept. 27, 6-9 p.m.
Blue Sport Stable Bar & Grill (1 Superior Drive)

It's sad to see the Summer Concert Series go, but you won't have to wait long for live music! Starting in September, free entertainment returns to the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) on select Saturday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m.

Enjoy The Beloved Invaders on Sept. 14 or Six Foot Joe and the Red Hot Rhinos on Sept. 28.

The Superior Community Center is hosting a new art exhibit!

"Superior Volunteers" will be on display Sept. 6 through Jan 6. The exhibit will feature artworks by and pay tribute to the Louisville Art Association's (LAA) most dedicated volunteer members, who have generously contributed their time and effort to support their fellow members and the arts community.

Don't miss the opening reception on Thursday, Sept.19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., where you can meet the artists and enjoy light bites, beverages and live music! Beer and wine will be available for purchase.

LAA is a nonprofit organization with over 200 members, many of whom reside in Superior. For the past 44 years, they have been enriching the communities of Boulder County through classes, workshops, exhibitions and shows.

To stay informed about the upcoming summer programs and activities, subscribe to this newsletter by using the Town's email subscription service.

Make sure to check the topics under "Parks, Recreation and Open Space" when choosing which types of information items you would like to receive.

Read the latest Parks, Recreation and Open Space Newsletter to catch up on the events and activities happening around you right now.

This fall, Boulder County residents can join Solar Switch Boulder County, a solar group purchasing program with Solar United Neighbors (SUN).

This program builds on the success of last year’s county-wide solar co-op which had over 400 participants! Members leverage bulk-purchasing power to receive discounted pricing and a quality installation while still signing individual contracts that ensure the right system for their home. 

Solar Switch Boulder County will help Superior homeowners and small business owners learn about solar together and purchase solar panels at a group rate from a single installer.

Learn more and register for free and without obligation. Residents have until Nov. 1 to participate in the program.

Want to transform your thirsty lawn into a beautiful, low-water landscape? Check out Resource Central’s Lawn Replacement Program for discounts on lawn removal before summer ends! Visit ResourceCentral.org/Lawn to enroll.

As the hot weather persists, Resource Central can help with a free sprinkler evaluation for your lawn! At the 75-minute evaluation of your sprinkler system, an expert will help you tune up your system, make recommendations to reduce water waste and provide a customized watering schedule designed to optimize your water use. It’s easy to sign up and schedule! Simply register at ResourceCentral.org/Sprinklers.

The Town's Sustainability Newsletter has information like this and much more! Read the latest Sustainability Newsletter and subscribe to continue receiving them monthly!

Make sure to check "Sustainability Monthly Newsletter" topic when choosing which types of information items you would like to receive.

Construction continues on the Rock Creek Parkway reconstruction and resurfacing project from McCaslin Boulevard to Indiana Street.

Crews have completed the reconstruction of Rock Creek Parkway from the pedestrian underpass near McCaslin to Indiana Street, with a single westbound and eastbound lane open for traffic. One lane in each direction will remain closed for the project's duration as the contractor completes landscape work in the third lane and right-turn lane removal areas.

The team will complete the mill and overlay of Rock Creek Parkway from the pedestrian underpass to McCaslin Boulevard, as well as the top lift for the road from the pedestrian underpass to S. Indiana Street, which will conclude the week of Sept. 2. This work will include temporary lane closures during paving operations.

Following the asphalt surface course installation, crews will install temporary tape striping, with permanent striping to be installed 5-10 days after the final asphalt work. Crews will complete this work in mid or late September.

Staff will continue to post updates in the Weekly Happenings email, and you can learn more about the project on the Town's website.

It’s planning season!

In addition to the Comprehensive Plan update and the public outreach around Vision Zero and transportation safety, Public Works & Utilities is collaborating with Planning to update the 2014 Transportation Master Plan.

The new Transportation Master Plan will help guide the Town’s transportation projects and policy over the coming years. We would love your input!

Please visit our booth at the Chili & Beer Fest on Sept. 7, and keep an eye out for announcements on how to give feedback on the Transportation Master Plan update.

Downtown Superior (DTS) includes 1,075 parking spaces. Peak parking demand showed a need for 1,061 spaces. This means parking in DTS may be tight during busy periods but is generally sufficient to meet the needs of the full build-out.

To help ensure parking is used efficiently and effectively, the Town has been working with developers and the Superior Town Center Metropolitan Districts to implement the DTS parking plan.

This plan includes parking restrictions for many public parking spaces along streets within DTS and the parking structures.

Visit the DTS parking webpage for a map summarizing parking restrictions in most areas. The Town will be contracting with a third-party parking management to implement and enforce this parking plan.

Read more about Downtown Superior parking here.

September is National Preparedness Month! This annual campaign reminds everyone that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep you, your families and your communities safe.

Stay tuned for "Superior Keeps it Simple" spotlights this month! These weekly social media videos will provide quick, actionable tips to help you and your family prepare for future disasters. Follow the Town of Superior on Facebook, Instagram or X to follow along!

When planning for emergencies, it's important to think about our furry friends, too! 

The Town of Superior's Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Department is hosting a "Rover Ready" workshop to help our community prepare dogs for potential disasters.

The workshop will feature two hours of presentations, offering valuable insights on dog training for disaster preparedness, the Red Cross Pet Champion Program, HOPE Therapy Dogs, Pet Help & Rescue App and medical preparation for pets in emergencies. 

An open house will follow, where attendees can visit partner tables and engage in one-on-one discussions. 

The event will be held virtually for those who cannot attend in person. For ADA accommodations, please email Taylor Smith at least two weeks prior to the event.

We are pleased to welcome Boulder Baked to Downtown Superior!

The business opened its doors at 2345 Main St. on Monday, Aug. 26. This local, family-owned bakery specializes in cookies, cupcakes, cakes and comfort food all made from scratch daily. They also offer a variety of vegan and gluten-free options.

The bakery is open seven days a week for dine-in, takeout and delivery. For more information, visit the Boulder Baked website.

Do you have a business idea you would like to bring to life in Downtown Superior? For retail leasing information, contact Molly Bayer with CBRE at 303-870-3441 or by email.

For more information about business opportunities and resources for businesses in the Town of Superior, please contact Economic Development Manager Jill Mendoza at jillm@superiorcolorado.gov or visit superior-business.org.

Take a minute to relax and connect with community members impacted by the Marshall Fire over drinks and appetizers at the Marshall Together end of summer event on Sept. 15 from noon to 2 p.m. at Bambei Brewing.

Rep. Kyle Brown, Boulder County Sheriff Curtis Johnson, Louisville Mayor Chris Leh and other local elected officials will be attending and available to answer questions in an informal setting.

Whether you have returned home, are working on repairs or rebuilding, stayed in the area or have decided to move away - all are welcome! There will be a kids activity table for families.

Registration is not required, but an RSVP helps ensure enough food is available.

Join the Superior-Khandbari Sister City Project at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, for its signature fundraising event, A Taste of Nepal.

With authentic Nepalese cuisine, a silent auction, a sangria bar, music and dancing, it's sure to be a fantastic evening!

Exciting news: The Khandbari Mayor Mahesh Thapaliya will be visiting Superior and attending the event. Please purchase tickets now so you can stop by and say hello.

Mental Health Partners (MHP), the nonprofit community mental health center serving Boulder and Broomfield counties for the past 60+ years, invites Superior residents to join the organization on Saturday, Sept. 14 in a challenge to raise money and awareness for suicide and overdose prevention in the community.

For experienced runners, MHP offers the Boulder Skyline Traverse Challenge featuring 19+ miles of challenging terrain across Boulder’s five iconic peaks. The organization is also hosting the Mesa Trail Ramble & Poker Run, which is a roughly 10-mile hike, run, or walk with a fun card game twist.

Get involved by creating a team with loved ones or neighbors, or support an existing team.

All proceeds will help provide free suicide prevention trainings to community members, as well as establishing a network of harm reduction kiosks where people can get NARCAN© (a lifesaving overdose reversal nasal spray) at no cost.

Learn more and register.

Join the Superior Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 10 at the Omni Interlocken Golf Course for the inaugural Battle of the Chambers Golf Tournament, hosted in collaboration with the Louisville Chamber.

This exciting event will be a day of friendly competition, networking and fun. 

Whether you're an avid golfer or just looking to enjoy a beautiful day on the greens, the Chamber invites you to participate and support our vibrant business communities.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect and compete! Lots of sponsorship opportunities are still available but going fast. Registration is open. You do not need to be a member of either Chamber to participate! 

Take advantage of the Bustang's new Superior stop!

Savor the end of the summer season and hitch a ride to Estes Park at the Superior Bustang stop.

The Bustang now stops at the U.S. 36 and McCaslin station, in addition to other regional stops, including the U.S. 36 and Broomfield station and the Boulder Junction at Depot Square station.

You can snag one-way tickets for $7.50 with discounts available for children, students, individuals with disabilities and seniors 65 years or older. There is a promotion in September for the last month of September. Use the code ESTES25 fro 25% off tickets Sept. 1-29.

Discover your best ride with the Bike Northwest Interactive Map

Looking for a safe route to bike to work or maybe a scenic weekend ride? 

The Northwest metro area is known for its accessibility for cyclists, with miles of bike trails and marked routes. 

Commuting Solutions' Bike Northwest Interactive Map makes it easy to plan your ride using the most up-to-date GIS data! Type in your address and let the map show you potential bike routes in your area.

Schoolpool helps families share the load by sharing rides

Schoolpool is a free program that makes it easier for students to get to and from school, and extra-curricular activities. The program, brought to you by Way to Go, safely and securely connects students with nearby families to carpool to school.

Eldorado PK-8, Superior Elementary and Monarch High schools currently offer the service. Find out more.

RTD service changes start in September 

September brings the fall season and Sept. 29 brings RTD Service Changes! Visit the RTD website for a full rundown of updates to bus routes, light rail and commuter rail lines.

Customers also can sign up for Service Alerts to stay informed about services for trip planning. Download the MyRide app to keep up-to-date about RTD services on-the-go.

Cheers to 100 Years! Louisville Public Library's 100th Birthday Party
Sept. 15 from 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Celebrate the library turning 100 with a birthday party open house event! Stop by the library for cake and refreshments, music, a library BINGO challenge with a chance to win a prize basket, opportunities to learn more about the library’s past 100 years and more! 

An Evening with Local Author Peter McGraw
Sept. 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Join the library for an evening with Colorado author Peter McGraw as he discusses his book “Solo: Building a Remarkable Life of Your Own."

Free eBooks and eAudiobooks from the Library

Choose from a wide variety of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, classics and bestsellers. Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks right from your phone or tablet. 

Employers from across the region are invited to sign up for Go-Tober Challenge, which encourages organizations to foster a work culture that provides employees with flexible commuting options. 

Sign up for Go-Tober today! After joining the event, employers can spend the month of October encouraging employees to take and track eco-friendly trips for a chance to win prizes. The top employer in each of the five leaderboard categories will earn paid media recognition after the event ends in November.

Interested in hearing more about sustainable commuting options for your organization? Commuting Solutions offers free services to companies in the northwest metro region. Contact Marisa Kaplita via email. 

Keeping up-to-date on Town activities and events has never been easier! Find below several great ways to stay informed or request information:

• Manage your email or text subscriptions
• Email the Town
• Email the Town Board
• Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
• Tune in to Cable Channel 8 for live meeting broadcasts
• Chime in on our latest outreach efforts with Shape Superior
• Submit non-emergency issues to Superior Click and Fix

Labor Day 

Labor Day is on Monday, Sept. 2. All Town offices and the Superior Community Center will be closed. 

Visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Labor Day webpage to read the history of Labor Day

Hispanic Heritage Month

Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. Visit hispanicheritagemonth.gov for more information.

You can also watch films celebrating Hispanic and Latino heritage and culture on PBS's website.