Mayor's Matters July 2023

Coffee with the Mayor

Join me for coffee and conversation on July 8. I will be at Vinnola's Italian Market and Deli (7750 W 38th Avenue) at 9 a.m., and I look forward to seeing you there!

- Mayor Bud Starker

Meetings and Special Events Calendar

Independence Day Closures - Tuesday, July 4

City Hall: Closed
Recreation Center: 5 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Active Adult Center: Closed
Anderson Pool: 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Planning Commission July 6 and 20, 6:30 p.m.
Coffee with the Mayor at Vinnola's Italian Market July 8, 9 a.m.
City Council Meeting July 10 and 24, 6:30 p.m.
Cultural Commission July 12, 6 p.m.
Community Advisory Group July 12, 6 p.m.
City Council Study Session July 17, 6:30 p.m.
Parks and Recreation Commission July 19, 5:30 p.m. Park Tour
Sustainability Advisory Committee July 20, 6 p.m.
Anderson Pool CLOSED for league meet July 22
Liquor Board Authority Meeting July 27, 9 a.m.
Board of Adjustment July 27, 7 p.m.

City council meets in council chambers at city hall. The public may choose to participate in person, by video conference or by submitting written comments on Wheat Ridge Speaks.

Regular City Office Hours

City Hall Walkup Customer Service 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Building Division Walkup Customer Service 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Municipal Court Staff is Present M – F from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Please refer to the City Guide to make an appointment with a specific department.

WR Recreation Center - Open M – Th from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m., Fri. from 5 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Sat. from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sun. from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Active Adult Center - Open M – F from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., event rentals are available

Police Department Records - Open M – Th from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Online Records Request

Mayor Starker and Councilmember Ohm holding books

"City Councilmember Scott Ohm and I had a great time being the mystery readers for the Mystery Reader event with Localworks, Stevens Elementary and the Jefferson County Public Library. It was an honor getting to share books that our children enjoyed with this generation."
- Mayor Bud Starker

Check out upcoming events with Localworks on their website and explore the Jefferson County Public Library on the Jeffco Library website.

Zero Fare for Better Air

Zero Fare for Better Air is back for 2023! From July 1 through August 31, you can ride RTD free of charge.

The goal of the Zero Fare for Better Air initiative is to reduce ground-level ozone by increasing the use of public transportation.

RTD customers will not have to use or purchase fare products from July 1 - August 31. This is made possible by Colorado Senate Bill 22-180. For more information visit the RTD website.

Keep Pets Happy and our City Safe by Not Using Fireworks

Fireworks look fun however, fireworks are illegal within Wheat Ridge city limits and can cause serious injury, destruction, and stress.

For an alternative to popping your own fireworks, you can mark your calendar for the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival fireworks show next month or find professional firework shows in surrounding areas.

Feedback Wanted for Capital Improvement Projects

The City of Wheat Ridge invites you to participate in the second iteration of a survey exploring a potential extension of the current .5 cent sales tax to help fund infrastructure projects residents identified as being a top priority.

This survey helps the city test ballot language, while clarifying exactly how the .5 cent sales tax extension would be used. Make your voice heard by taking this survey by July 7, 2023

Nominate your Favorite Business for the 2023 Wheat Ridge Business Awards

It’s that time of the year to nominate your favorite business for the Wheat Ridge Business Awards! Nominate before July 17. The City of Wheat Ridge, the Wheat Ridge Business Association (WRBA), and the Wheat Ridge Chamber of Commerce recognize outstanding businesses in the community at the annual Wheat Ridge Business Appreciation Awards Ceremony. Local leaders and members of the business community join Wheat Ridge Mayor Bud Starker to honor the achievements of Wheat Ridge businesses.

Free Outdoor Fitness Classes

The city's fitness team is offering FREE fitness classes to the public this summer! Join them at Anderson Park on July 15 for Cardio Yoga with Deborah from 1 - 2 p.m. On August 19, Jason will be leading a Zumba class from 8 - 9 a.m. at Prospect Park.

No registration is required. See you there!

Prospect Park Awarded Starburst Award from Colorado Lottery

Wheat Ridge’s Prospect Park received the statewide Starburst Award from the Colorado Lottery for renovations completed between 2017 and 2022. The renovations were done in two phases, totaling over $1.2 million dollars, which was funded by Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) and the Conservation Trust Fund (CTF). The park now hosts two ballfields, six pickleball courts, a football field, two playgrounds, two fishing piers, a 150-person pavilion, restrooms, permanent cornhole boards, horseshoe pits, and improved roads and walkways throughout the park.

See all of the 2023 Starburst Award winners and more information on the award.

Read the full press release on city's website.

Wadsworth Improvements Making Great Progress

Great news! Road improvements along northbound Wadsworth Boulevard from 41st Avenue to I-70 are mostly complete. A major traffic pattern change is expected this month to move northbound traffic onto the new concrete. After the traffic switch, crews will complete storm sewer connections and place temporary pavement in the center of Wadsworth Boulevard. Drivers should also expect frequent traffic pattern changes on 44th Avenue near Wadsworth Boulevard for underground utility work and intersection construction.

Subscribe to receive traffic alerts on the city's website and find updates on What's Up Wheat Ridge. Any community concerns may be directed to the project hotline at 303-390-0878 or email the project team at WadsworthProject@ci.wheatridge.co.us.

Photo of Wheat Ridge with text that says: Welcome to the Wheat Ridge TV 8 Instagram

Follow Wheat Ridge TV 8 on Instagram

The city's very own TV station now has an Instagram page!

Be sure to follow @wheatridgetv8 for a look into Channel 8 content, behind the scenes photos, and throwback videos!

Carnation Festival Poster that links to Carnation Festival Website

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