Happy New Year Superior!

When we look back at all that we accomplished in 2024, I’m incredibly proud of our Town and the progress we have made. The resilience of our Marshall Fire families is incredible and more than two-thirds of homes lost have now been rebuilt. We made significant investments in our roads & infrastructure, delivered new parks & amenities, launched new programs at the community center, hosted events with thousands of attendees, expanded our open spaces, and took legal action to combat noise from the airport. We approved our Home Rule Charter. We also welcomed a ton of new businesses to Superior and we did all of this while paying down our debt, which is now at a 25-year low! 

But there’s more to do in 2025. There are still Marshall Fire survivors who have not yet rebuilt — and they need our continued support. We need to finish Rock Creek Parkway and invest in our pools and playgrounds, which are aging. We need to continue to focus on economic development and attract more businesses to Downtown and Superior Marketplace, and we need to commit as a community to supporting these local businesses so they will thrive. 

I’m incredibly proud of our Town and excited about what 2025 will bring. Since our sales tax ballot question passed in November (thank you voters!), we’ll be able to do even more investing in the future of our community so that Superior will be strong for decades to come.

Respectfully,
Mayor Mark Lacis 

Step into the sun with a new art exhibit at the Superior Community Center.

In My Orbit, an exhibit featuring photographs taken by Superior resident Andrew Vaughan, will be on display at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) beginning Jan. 10. 

Join us on Jan. 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for an opening reception to celebrate Vaughan's photographs, which feature unique perspectives of the sun. 

Attendees can meet the artist and enjoy light bites and beverages. The exhibit will be on view from Jan. 10 through March 31.

We look forward to your next visit to Downtown Superior! Whether you're shopping, dining, or just enjoying a stroll along Main Street, the downtown area offers free parking at multiple locations.

Please note that on-street limits vary from two hours on Main Street to three hours on adjacent streets. All vehicles must be registered using the QR codes posted on Downtown signs, even if you plan on staying less than the allowed free time. Be sure to read the posted signs or refer to the parking map on our website. The Town is contracting with Parkwell to help manage parking in DTS. Parkwell began issuing warnings in November and will issue citations starting this month.

To help ensure the 1,075 parking spaces in the Downtown Superior (DTS) core area are used efficiently and effectively, the Town has been working with commercial property owners and the Superior Town Center Metropolitan Districts to implement the DTS parking plan. Studies showed peak parking demand for 1,061 spaces, so parking in DTS may be tight during busy periods but is generally sufficient to meet the needs of this active neighborhood.

Parking restrictions, along with the two- and three-hour allowed parking times noted above, are now in place for many public parking spaces in the core area around Main Street and the parking structures. 

Did you know socks are the No. 1 clothing need of those experiencing homelessness? This year, the Town of Superior is participating in the Sock It To 'Em Campaign, which aims to put new socks on the feet of the local women, men, and children experiencing homelessness.

Through Jan. 5, you can donate new socks for Boulder County residents at various locations around Town, including:

• Superior Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive)
• Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road)
• Sup Town CrossFit (1609 Coalton Road)
• Pat's Tap (1611 Coalton Road)
• Bambei Brewing (100 Superior Plaza Way, Ste 102)
• Blue Federal Credit Union (400 Center Drive)
• CBArt Studios (406 Center Drive, Unit C)
• Blue Sport Stable (1 Superior Drive)
• IMAGE Studios (300 Center Drive, Unit A)
• Paull Interiors (100 Superior Plaza Way, Ste 101)

The local sock drive is being coordinated by Council Member Jenn Kaaoush in partnership with the Superior Youth Leadership Council.

Get outside, help your neighbors and keep the community safe by volunteering for the Snow Busters program!

The program assists residents who report being physically AND financially unable to remove snow, sleet and ice from the sidewalk adjacent to their property to remain in compliance with Municipal Code 11-1-20, which requires the property owner to remove all snow, sleet and ice obstructing a sidewalk within 24 hours of the end of each snowfall

If you need help or want to help others, Snow Busters is the program for you! Volunteers will be assigned to a community member who requires assistance with snow removal.

To volunteer or request assistance, complete the Snow Busters program application.

Due to the holidays, the Jan. 3 First Fridays Coffee with Town Council members has been canceled. 

Please make plans to attend the next First Fridays Coffee on Feb. 7 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 brand new Asti Park Historical Museum will be open this Saturday, Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 110 W. Maple St.

After the original building was lost in the Marshall Fire, the museum has been beautifully rebuilt, and its collection restored, all thanks to the tireless efforts of the Historical Commission.

Come explore the new building, connect with Superior’s heritage, and celebrate our community’s remarkable progress!

Are you interested in sharing your time, energy and know-how with the Town of Superior? Is volunteering and serving your community one of your new year's resolutions? 

Now's the time to submit your application to serve on a Superior advisory group! Several vacancies will be opening soon. 

By joining these committees, commissions and councils, you can use your expertise to solve problems, research possibilities and recommend enhancements to our beautiful Town. We value your perspective!

Current openings are:

• Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Committee - One Opening
• Superior Youth Leadership Council - One Opening
• Advisory Committee for Environment Sustainability - One Opening

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

On Monday, Dec. 9, the Town Council approved a construction contract to pave two alleys in Original Town. Staff is working with the contractor to establish a construction schedule and anticipates construction starting in late January.

The alley south of West William Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues and the alley south of West William Street between 3rd and 4th Avenues will be paved.

Staff will coordinate with impacted residents before starting any construction activities.

Additional work on Rock Creek Parkway will occur in 2025, following the Town Council's approval of two design contracts on Dec. 9.

The projects include:

• Design for reconstruction of Rock Creek Parkway from McCaslin Boulevard to the pedestrian bridge east of Wiggins Street, including McCaslin Boulevard
• Design and community engagement for roadway improvements along Rock Creek Parkway from Indiana Street to South 88th Street. This project also includes evaluating a roundabout at the Rock Creek Parkway and Coal Creek Drive Roundabout.

The goal is to complete the design and construction for both projects in 2025.

The Town Council recently approved license agreements with two fiber internet providers – Intrepid and Metronet.

Both providers are now working on design drawings for Superior and plan to extend high speed fiber throughout Town, to include Rock Creek, Lanterns, Calmante, Rogers Farm, Original Town, Coal Creek Crossing, and Sagamore.

Once design plans are approved, the telecommunication companies will coordinate with impacted property owners throughout construction, which will last approximately two years once started.

Every business shall obtain and/or renew a license annually from the Town before operating, conducting or carrying on any retail trade, profession or business within the Town.

Please be aware that businesses are no longer required to apply for a business license if they are:

• A nonprofit corporation or business, excluding federal, state, and municipal corporations
• A business without a physical presence in the Town
• A business with only an incidental physical presence in the Town

It’s a quick and easy process! Business license fees are $75 annually and must be renewed every year. All business license applications must be dropped off or mailed in to Superior Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) with a check or money order. 

Don't throw away your live Christmas Tree after the holidays! Instead, consider recycling it. Live trees are biodegradable and can be reused for mulch, compost and other purposes.

Here are two recycling options:

1. Let the Scouts do the heavy lifting!
For 26 years, Scouts have recycled Christmas trees in Louisville and Superior. This year's event is being coordinated by Troop 69. Scouts and their families volunteer their time to help with this activity. Although not required, a donation of $20 supports Scouts with funding for camps and other activities all year long. Donations of any amount are appreciated!

Schedule a pickup and make a donation on the Scouts' registration page. Please note: The signup deadline is TODAY, Wednesday, Jan. 1. Please have trees out (all decorations removed) by 8 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4.

2. Recycle your Christmas Tree at Superior's Yard Waste Site.
If you miss the Scouts' collection event, you can bring your tree (free of ornaments, tinsel and decorations) to the Superior Yard Waste Site (2125 Honey Creek Lane). It will be open every day through Jan. 31 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) for Superior residents. The collected trees will be made into mulch or compost.

The Town's Sustainability Newsletter contains valuable information like this, plus even more on Superior's sustainability initiatives! Be sure to read the latest edition of the Sustainability Newsletter subscribe. 

You can subscribe on the Town's Stay Connected webpage to receive the newsletter in your inbox monthly. When selecting the types of information you'd like to receive, check the "Sustainability Monthly Newsletter" option.

The new year is the perfect time to try a new activity! The Winter/Spring 2025 Recreation Guide has you covered. It is packed with events and activities taking place across Superior from January through April.

Online registration for all Town of Superior Winter/Spring recreation programs and activities is now open!

These seasonal guides are your go-to source for all the fun happening in Superior, coordinated by the Town's Parks, Recreation and Open Space team. There is something for every age and interest, including:

• sports & fitness
• art & music
• wellness
• school break camps
• teen & senior activities and so much more!

The digital guide includes links to register for each program, or you can register at SuperiorColorado.gov/Programs. 

The Goat Bros and their 300 goats are now at Community Park! Look for our favorite fuel mitigation team at 1350 Coalton Road.

Setup for cool-weather grazing operations has already occurred, and the goats will do their work for the next 90 days. The team will be parked at the Community Park basketball courts, and grazing will occur in the area outlined on the map below.

Fortunately, the Town of Superior was awarded more than $142,000 from Boulder County to continue this important work. Learn more about the grant in this Boulder County press release.

We're all excited to see these cute helpers, but they are busy protecting our community from wildfires. The Goat Bros team uses an electrified fence and herding dogs to control grazing efforts, so please be mindful when enjoying Community Park in the coming months and refrain from interfering with the goats' hard work.

Get ready to meet the goats and learn all about their important work! Public events are being planned for the new year, offering a chance to get up close, discover their role in the community, and ask questions. Stay tuned for details and dates!

This time of year, migrating geese use our lush parks and open spaces to rest before heading to their destinations. The migrating birds add to our year-round goose population, and human interactions increase throughout the Town.

The geese are generally welcome visitors, and we do our best to coexist with them, giving them space and watching out for them as we bike and drive through the community. However, in some areas of Town, the geese can cause a nuisance and quite a mess along sidewalks and paths.

To safely deter geese from congregating in more public areas, sidewalks, and pathways, the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department has placed coyote decoys across the Town. The decoys will be moved occasionally to different parks during the migrating season.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Parks, Recreation and Open Space department by email. 

We get it—watching your dog run and explore off-leash feels like a gift to their happiness. But there's more at stake than meets the eye. Keeping your furry friend leashed isn't just a rule—it's a responsibility. Doing so will keep your pup, wildlife and our community safe and healthy.

Please read this article by the Town of Superior Communications Team to learn some real reasons why leash ordinances matter.

Are you interested in learning more about the events and activities offered by the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department?

To stay informed, subscribe to the monthly Parks, Recreation and Open Space newsletter using the Town's email subscription service.

When choosing which types of information to receive, check the topics under "Parks, Recreation and Open Space."

Read the latest PROS newsletter to catch up on the events and activities happening around you right now.

Starting Jan. 1, civil penalties are in effect on Express Lane corridors across Colorado, including on U.S. 36 from Federal Boulevard to Table Mesa Drive.

Weaving in and out of the Express Lanes will lead to a $75 fine that increases to $150 after 20 days unpaid.

Refresh your knowledge of Express Lane rules before hitting the road and remember – enter and exit the Express Lanes through designated points only! Visit expresslanes.codot.gov to learn more.

In a significant move to enhance road safety and reduce distracted driving crashes, Colorado will implement a new law beginning Jan. 1, 2025, that prohibits drivers in Colorado from using a mobile electronic device while driving unless they use a hands-free accessory. The new law prohibits holding or manually using a phone or other mobile device for voice calls or any other reason, requiring all drivers to use a hands-free device.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) urges all drivers to adopt safer driving practices and ensure you are prepared when the law takes effect. Learn how to use your car’s Bluetooth system, invest in a dashboard cellphone mount or car speakerphone system, and review the penalties for violating the law at codot.gov/handsfreeco.

Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) neighborhood enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is now open. Please make sure to enroll your new incoming student through the BVSD Enrollment webpage as soon as possible to help schools prepare for the upcoming year. 

Not sure which is your neighborhood school? You can enter your home address on the BVSD School Finder and find out.

If you would like to apply for open enrollment to a school other than your neighborhood school, please make sure to do so on the BVSD Open Enrollment webpage by Jan. 8.

The slopes are covered and so are you, thanks to CDOT's Bustang! Leave your car and load your gear on Snowstang.

On all weekends and holidays through May 4, you can catch a ride to Arapahoe Basin, Breckenridge, Loveland and Copper without the parking battles. Enjoy WiFi, restrooms and comfy seats each way.

Riders can get 25% off tickets through the end of the month with code LAUNCH24 at RideSnowstang.com. 

Music Together! A Music & Movement Adventure with Integral Steps
Jan. 6 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Louisville Public Library Meeting Room (951 Spruce St.)

Let's make music together! Join us for a playful music class for babies and children (ages 0-5) and the people who love them! Get ready for lots of music and movement activities to fit every learning style and stage of development! Registration is required.

Understanding AI with data scientist Amy Burkhardt
Jan. 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Louisville Public Library Meeting Room (951 Spruce St.)

Data scientist Amy Burkhardt will discuss the basics of how artificial intelligence (like ChatGPT) works, and then she will lead an interactive language model exploration to illustrate the concepts covered. This program is for adults; registration required.

Dancing Storytime with Fearless Motion Dance Center
Jan. 13 from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Louisville Public Library Meeting Room (951 Spruce St.)

Join Fearless Motion Dance Center for a storytime the whole family can enjoy! We'll be visiting the world of dance through stories. Make sure to bring your twinkle toes and get ready to twirl. The book and dancing will be targeted for youngsters ages 2 to 5, but older and younger siblings are welcome. No registration required.

Boulder Open Space Presents: Wintering Birds
Jan. 25 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library Meeting Room (951 Spruce St.)

When the temperature drops and the snow settles in, what birds stick around and call Boulder County home? The bird species that reside in the area during the winter face risky challenges and have adapted unique behaviors and physiology that helps them meet these challenges and survive. Join volunteer naturalists to explore these and other fascinating mysteries surrounding the amazing world of birds. This program is for adults; please register.

RTD’s Police Department (RTD-PD) added three new K-9s to its force late last year to bolster patrols for customer, employee and community safety. The agency now has four total police dogs going into the new year. Milo, a Belgian Malinois, has already been part of the force paired with officer and K-9 handler Corey Averill.

The new police dogs will enable RTD to offer K-9 coverage of the community seven days a week across the agency’s district. All K-9 handlers were selected from within the RTD-PD ranks and successfully achieved certification for the additional responsibility. Learn more about K-9s for safety. 

Winter weather can be rough on our furry friends. Are you looking for tips to help keep your pet safe when chilly weather hits? 

Boulder County Animal Protection Supervisor Janeé Boswell recommends checking out these tips the American Red Cross to ensure your pet's safety during the colder months.

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 X
• Check out our YouTube Channel
• 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

New Years Day
Wednesday, Jan. 1

Superior Town Hall, Town offices and the Superior Community Center will be closed in observance of New Years. 

Regular business hours resume on Jan. 2.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, Jan. 20

Superior Town Hall and Town offices will be closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 

You can learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy on the National Museum of African American History and Culture's website.