Superior Sustainability Newsletter: May-June 2025

Town of Superior sent this bulletin at 05/20/2025 10:00 AM MDT

May-June 2025

As we embrace the incoming warm weather, exciting opportunities abound to engage on sustainability topics. From discounted solar installations through the Switch Together program to events celebrating time outdoors, now is a wonderful time to create a positive impact!

As always, thanks for being a part of making Superior a sustainable, resilient, and vibrant community.

Last chance to save with Switch Together!

Contractor installing solar panels on a roof.

Register by the June 18 deadline and save on your solar installation through the Switch Together Boulder County program. The program helps homeowners and small businesses secure a quality rooftop solar installation and discounted prices for optional add-ons such as battery storage and electric vehicle chargers.

Switch Together organizes groups of residents who are interested in going solar together. Through a reverse auction, solar installers compete to offer their lowest price for a rooftop installation. Homeowners then choose the best bid that meets their needs.

The current program is expected to save the average household $5,135 on a typical-sized solar installation. The 30% federal tax credit can further reduce your costs, making solar energy more accessible than ever before.

Sign up for free at SwitchTogether before June 18!

Free trees for residents at May 31 giveaway

The PLAY Foundation Tree Trust, the Town of Superior, and the Arbor Day Foundation are hosting a Free Tree Giveaway on Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Autrey Park in Superior (1830 Honey Creek Drive).

A total of 175 trees — in 5-, 10- and 15-gallon sizes — will be available. Twelve varieties will be offered, including:

Sensation Maple
Emerald City Tulip Tree
Thinleaf Alder
Mountain Avenue Sweetgum
Dolgo Crabapple
Seven-Son Flower
Canada Red Chokecherry
Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry
Colorado Orange Apple
Sweet Sixteen Apple
Norland Apple
Bali Cherry

If you would like to pre-register to receive a free tree, please email the Tree Trust Program Manager, Mike Reichert, for more details. Otherwise, trees will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smarter sprinklers save water and money

smart irrigation - a sprinkler watering grass

Looking to keep your yard looking nice, while saving money and water?

Check out Resource Central’s Spring Sprinkler & Lawn Care Checklist for some tips and don’t forget that the Town sponsors free sprinkler evaluations all summer long through Resource Central’s Slow the Flow program.

Superior residents are also now eligible for a free Rachio smart irrigation controller installation, while supplies last. All programs are first-come, first-served basis during the irrigation season so sign up through Resource Central today!

Your voice can shape Superior's future

What will Superior look like in 10 to 20 years? Can you imagine it? Would you like to be a part of creating it? There are two upcoming engagement opportunities to collect community feedback on the Town’s Comprehensive Plan.

Speaker Series: Transportation: Join the Planning & Building Department on May 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) for a night of discussion on transportation. Hear from a panel of experts about the most pertinent issues related to the Comprehensive Plan update process. Bring your questions.
Comprehensive Plan Open House: Gather at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) on May 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. for a forum on all land-use questions, concerns and ideas, including sustainability topics.

Celebrate National Trails Day on June 7

National Trails day sign outside the 2023 national trails day.

Join the Open Space Advisory Committee for National Trails Day from 9 a.m. to noon on June 7 at Coalton Trailhead, 3495 McCaslin Blvd.

Enjoy community booths, goat feeding, live animal presentations, and plenty of opportunities to get out on the trails at this free family-friendly outdoor celebration.

Sustainability Events

Boulder Climate Happy Hour text with graphic of sun and circles.

Boulder Climate Happy Hour – May
Wednesday, May 21
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Rayback Collective
2775 Valmont Rd, Boulder

We're bringing together diverse voices to share ideas, connect, and tackle the climate crisis.

Farm Tour and Farmer AMA
Saturday, May 24
10 a.m. to noon
Friends Farm at Nyland Cohousing
3525 Nyland Way, Lafayette

Interested in Regenerative Farming? Join a tour of Friends Farm, a two-acre biodynamic vegetable and herb farm.

Text "Art of Activism Habitat Restoration and Art Practice" along with 4 photos of the guest speakers.

Art of Activism: Habitat Restoration and Art Practice
Tuesday, May 27
4:00 to 5:00 P.M.
Virtual Event

Four experts in habitat restoration and creative practice will discuss their projects and share ways to engage communities.

Pollinator-Safe Plant Exchange
Saturday, May 31
9 a.m. to noon
5001 Pennsylvania Ave, Boulder

Pesticides are difficult to avoid in our world—and pesticides kill pollinators and undermine human health. So let’s do a free & organic plant swap!

Graphic depicting stylized trees, hills, water, soil and sun.

Celebrate Our Soil & Water: Fundraiser Concert
Sunday, June 1
3 to 6 p.m.
The Riverside
1724 Broadway, Boulder

Sway to the rhythms of musicians who share our passion for community and earth stewardship.

Let's stay connected!

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