Hello neighbors,

It’s 35 days until Election Day and ballots will be hitting our mailboxes soon. This election season, Superior voters will be voting on: (1) three candidates to serve on the Town’s Board of Trustees; (2) whether to approve our Home Rule Charter; and (3) whether to approve a sales tax increase to fund parks/pools/road projects.

As of the date of writing, we have 9,351 registered voters in Superior. We’re about evenly split between male (49.5%) and female (49.7%) voters. Most of us (53.7%) are unaffiliated. The remaining 33.5% are registered Democrats and 11.2% registered Republicans.

By age, we’re pretty evenly split. Young voters are understandably our smallest voting block, with only 3.9% of our voters between the ages of 18 and 19. However, 19.3% are 20-29 years old and 15.7% of Superior voters are between the ages of 30 and 39. We start to pick up in our 40s and 50s, with 17.5% of voters in their 40s and 20.4% of voters in their 50s. We then drop off with only 13.3% of voters in their 60s and 7.5% of voters ages 70 and up.

In Presidential Election years, Superior has extremely high voter turnout. In 2016, we averaged about 89% voter turnout. In 2020, we had over 90% turnout across Superior, which is really incredible. 

I’m certain Superior will again have high turnout in this year’s Presidential election, but don’t forget to vote down ballot too. We’ve got a lot of important issues that will affect us locally so be sure to vote the entire ballot.

The Town has additional information on the Home Rule Charter election and the sales tax ballot question on its website.

In order to vote in Colorado, you must be: a U.S. citizen; a Colorado resident for at least 22 days before the election; and must not be serving a sentence of confinement or detention for a felony conviction. You also must be 18 years old on Election Day.  Qualified residents may register to vote up to and including Election Day, however, in order to receive a ballot in the mail, the Boulder County Clerk & Recorder’s office must receive your voter registration no later than eight days before the election. 

For more information, please visit the Town's elections webpage. 

Respectfully,
Mayor Mark Lacis

As Election Day draws near, now’s the perfect time to get ready to vote! Make sure your voter registration is up to date and take a look at the local issues on the ballot, including:

• Sales & Use Tax Measure
• Three Open Trustee Positions - There are seven candidates (listed here in alphabetical order by last name): Heather Cracraft, Mike Foster, Sandie Hammerly, Gregory Horowitz, George A. Kupfner, Bob McCool, Jason Serbu
• Home Rule Charter - Not on November ballot. See the next news item for more information.

Make plans to attend the Face the Chamber: Superior Candidates Forum on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Superior Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive). Attendees will learn more about the Town Board candidates and gain valuable insights into important ballot measures. This event is hosted by the Superior Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Boulder County. The forum will be broadcast on YouTube for those who cannot be there in person.

Need help getting to the polls? RTD is offering two zero fare days to encourage voter participation in the upcoming election. RTD services, including the FlexRide in Superior, will be available at no cost on National Vote Early Day on Tuesday, Oct. 29 and Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Looking for additional election information? Please visit the Town's elections page or the Boulder County Votes page.

Due to a clerical error, the Home Rule Charter question will not appear on the Nov. 5 general election mail-in or in-person ballot.

The Town Board is holding a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Superior Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) to discuss the calling of a special election on Dec. 10, 2024 to consider adoption of the proposed Superior Home Rule Charter. 

The meeting will also be held virtually for those who cannot attend in person.

The 2024 State of Superior will bring together Mayor Mark Lacis, trustees and key staff to present information about the Town’s welfare. Hear about the accomplishments of the past year and plans for the future of the Town of Superior.

This event will include food and drink beginning at 6 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m. The first 50 attendees will receive gift cards for a treat at a local business!

At ShapeSuperior.com, you will find three ways to engage: A survey to help us understand the Town's biggest opportunities and challenges, an interactive map for you to let us know your favorite places in Superior, and a big-idea board for you to share your big ideas about the Superior Marketplace.

The survey closes Oct. 11, so act fast!

Please note: The Transportation Master Plan will have its own webpage and separate engagement opportunities coming soon!

Thanks for joining us in this journey. The engagement will last several months with both digital and in-person opportunities to share your input and feedback.

If you have any questions, please email planning@superiorcolorado.gov or call 303-499-3675 ext. 116.

If you're looking for an informal way to connect with fellow residents and Superior Town Board members, stop by First Fridays Coffee on Oct. 4 from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).

These monthly gatherings are an excellent opportunity to discuss current topics relating to the Town. Bring your questions, concerns and updates. Coffee and light breakfast items will be provided.

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 potential 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 on Shape Superior. Survey closes Oct. 20.

In an effort to promote safety and accessibility in our community, the Town periodically provides information about code enforcement topics.

Calling all ghosts, vampires and witches, too! We've got a spooky party planned just for you.

The Superior Youth Leadership Council is once again hosting Monster Mash on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Superior Community Center, 1500 Coalton Road.

This fun, family-friendly evening features live music, face painting, sweet treats and thrilling games and activities. Plus, don't miss out on the esteemed costume contest for youngsters ages 10 and under, beginning at 7 p.m.

Monster Mash is free and open to everyone. No registration is needed. Serendipity Tap and Cafe will provide a fall-themed, for-purchase menu and bar. 

Get dressed up, grab the kids and join us for a ghoulish good time!

E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular, especially among young riders. They provide a fast and convenient mode of transportation. However, e-bikes can reach higher speeds than conventional bikes and require more operating skills. 

It's essential for parents to educate their children about e-bike safety. By ensuring that children understand the fundamentals—such as wearing helmets, obeying traffic laws and staying alert to their surroundings—parents can instill confidence in young riders and help prevent accidents. 

Not sure where to begin? Check out this recent e-bike safety email from Boulder County – it’s packed with helpful links and resources on e-bike safety and stay tuned for more information from the Town.

Learn a unique form of fiber art in a free needle felting workshop hosted by the Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Superior Community Center.

Each participant will create colorful sculptures, ornaments or decorations with wool and will receive a wool-felting starter kit to take home.

Because participants will be working with needles, this class is for people ages 12 and up. Please register now.

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

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

Looking for a fun and safe way for your teens (ages 12-15) to connect and make friends?

Sign up for Teen Night at the Superior Community Center from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18. Enjoy a free evening with games, pizza, a costume party and fun!

Registration is required, and parents must sign their children in and out of the event.

To stay informed about the upcoming fall programs and activities, subscribe to to the monthly Parks, Recreation and Open Space newsletter 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 PROS newsletter to catch up on the events and activities happening around you right now.

As part of its commitment to promoting sustainable transportation, the Town of Superior has partnered with Colorado CarShare to provide a shared electric vehicle (EV) for residents to use.

Superior's Kia Nero EV is now available to use! It is located in the Downtown Superior Parking Garage (2250 Main St, first floor, space 35). 

To do so, apply to become a CarShare member at carshare.org. After becoming a member, you can reserve the vehicles up to four months in advance. Vehicle reservations can be made for as little as 15 minutes or up to multiple days. Then simply go get your vehicle at the time you reserved. Return it to the same location where you picked it up when you are done.

For a limited time, residents can use promo code SUPER_EV to have the $25 application fee waived, and the first 50 people will also receive $25 of carshare credit preloaded to their account.

The program aligns with the Town’s goals to lower emissions and offers equitable access to a new mobility option in the community.

Are you an HOA board member or resident who's curious about water conservation? The City of Lafayette, in partnership with the Town of Superior and the City of Louisville, are excited to invite you to the second workshop in our series designed to help HOAs implement effective water-saving practices for their landscapes.

We heard your feedback from the first workshop in May and are excited to bring you the following topics to continue the conversation about waterwise landscaping.

• Boulder County Wildfire Partners will present on firescaping best practices for your landscape and how to protect your property.
• Tips from the designer and contractor of Lafayette's Waterwise Demonstration Garden on sustainable landscaping strategies used for the implementation of the garden.
• More networking opportunities to share best practices with fellow HOA board members and residents in the county.
• Light refreshments will be provided.

Save the date for Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette Public Library (775 Baseline Road). Please RSVP to secure your spot.

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.

This year's construction along Rock Creek Parkway (RCP) from the pedestrian bridge near McCaslin Boulevard to Indiana Street has officially concluded.

This project included restriping RCP from McCaslin Boulevard to Coalton Road to reduce traffic speeds and improve bike and pedestrian safety.

The next phase of the project will start in the spring of 2025 with the reconstruction of the roadway from McCaslin Boulevard to the pedestrian bridge just east of McCaslin. This project will include roadway reconstruction and drainage improvements.

Unfortunately, the team could not complete work on this area of RCP in 2024 because it is connected to a $1 million grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation to rehabilitate the existing pedestrian bridge under RCP.

To learn more about ongoing capital improvement projects, please visit the Town's Public Works projects webpage.

Would you like to learn more about water quality in the Town of Superior? 

The Town has completed the 2024 Water Quality Report, which covers data for calendar year 2023. 

Peruse the results on the Town website.

The Town plans to pave concrete alleys in Original Town later this year, pending Superior Town Board approval.

This project will convert the existing milled alleys to concrete alleys, improving their durability and allowing the Town to maintain the alleys better.

Only the two alleys south of Coal Creek Drive between 3rd and 4th avenues are currently budgeted to be paved in 2024, with additional work slated for future years.

If approved in the November election, the sales tax ballot measure will allow the Town to expedite alley paving.

To learn more about ongoing capital improvement projects, please visit the Town’s Public Works Projects webpage.

Join Boulder County Sheriff Sgt. David Salaman and the Town's Disaster Preparedness and Recovery division for a special edition of Chat with the Chief.

Learn essential winter driving tips to keep everyone safe as the colder months approach. It's important to be prepared for icy and snowy road conditions!

Topics include:

• Move over and slow down
• No cruise control
• Vehicle check
• Watch for ice
• Steering in a slide
• and so much more!

This edition of Chat with the Chief will happen from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Superior Community Center, 1500 Coalton Road. It will be sponsored by the Superior Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Superior's Disaster Preparedness and Recovery team.

Make plans to attend a virtual lunch-and-learn event on Oct. 9 from noon to 1:30 p.m. to hear about Xcel Energy's expanded wildfire mitigation efforts. 

Xcel is increasing outreach to help customers and stakeholders understand its role in reducing wildfire risk and the additional steps being taken.

In this webinar, you can learn and ask questions about the recently implemented safety practices and future strategies to enhance wildfire prevention, including safety-related outages.

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.

Join the Superior Khandbari Sister City Project in celebrating the second day of the holy Hindu Tihar festival - Kukur "Day of the Dog." 

Stop by the Autrey Dog Park (1830 Honey Creek Drive) from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Your best friend will receive a special blessing and all the dog treats they can eat. There is a prize for the best dog costume, though this is optional. 

The event is free to attend. All dogs must be on a leash outside the dog park. Please bring only well adjusted dogs that get along with other dogs and people.

Celebrate with Monarch High School during the school's homecoming parade at 4:45 p.m. on Oct. 16 in Superior!

The parade will move along Indiana Street between Superior Elementary and Eldorado PK-8 schools, resulting in temporary road closures. 

After the parade ends, stay for a continued celebration with food trucks at Wildflower Park (3151 S. Indiana St.) until 7 p.m.

Families and residents of all ages are welcome to join in this community event.

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! 

Boulder County residents can learn all about the Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) at the BVSD is the Place To Be Showcase on Oct. 9. 

Hear from representatives from all 56 schools, including those serving Superior, as well the district's enrollment, food services, transportation, sustainability, gifted and talented and special education departments. 

Whether you're new to the area or just curious about BVSD, all families and prospective families are welcome to join this free and open event, happening from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at the CU Events Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder.

Are you a parent, grandparent or caregiver looking for guidance on how to support a young child? Or do you want to learn more about ADHD? How about suicide prevention?

Join Mental Health Partners (MHP) throughout October for free and low-cost resources provided by the experts at the nonprofit community mental health center serving residents of Broomfield and Boulder counties, including Superior.

Visit the MHP website for a full list of upcoming events, classes and offerings.

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.

First Friday: Art Market & Author Showcase
Oct. 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Don't miss this opportunity to support local artists and authors, enjoy live music and engage in creative activities for the whole family. An open house event for all ages.

Active Minds: Sand Creek Massacre
Oct. 10 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Virtual Program 

In November 1864, a 700-man force of the Colorado Territory militia attacked and destroyed a peaceful village of Native Americans in southeastern Colorado Territory, killing many innocent people. Active Minds will tell the important and painful story of the Sand Creek Massacre. Program for adults.

Active Minds: Colorado Ballot 2024
Oct. 24 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Virtual Program

Join Active Minds for an objective review of the current initiatives and referenda on the Colorado statewide ballot this fall. Program for adults.

Halloween Spooktacular 
Oct. 28 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. 
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Come in costume to celebrate Halloween! We will read spooky stories, dance to spooky songs, work on fun Halloween crafts, and trick or treat around the library. No registration required; program for kids ages 2 to 5 and caregivers.

Attend the Superior Chamber's next "Leveraging AI for Business Webinar Series" on Oct. 22 and learn all about CoPilot for Microsoft 365.

The free session will cover the key features and benefits of the power AI-driven tool, including its seamless integration with Microsoft 365 applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. 

The session, led by Superior resident Bob McCool with Ariel IT, concludes with a Q&A segment. Learn more and register.

The Zero Fare for Youth pilot program is now a permanent program. RTD will continue to welcome all transit users 19 years old and younger to experience all the benefits without a fare.

Using public transportation can lead to substantial cost savings, enabling families and students to allocate their resources more efficiently. Transit also enhances mobility, increases accessibility and encourages independence and flexibility.

Learn more about Zero Fare for Youth and all the benefits of public transit on RTD's website. Please note that proof of eligibility is required. A complete list of accepted identification options is also available on the website. 

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

Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 14

Indigenous Peoples Day honors the invaluable contributions and resilience of Indigenous peoples in America. 

Learn more by reading this 2021 White House Proclamation.