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Mayor's Matters September 2023
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Coffee with the Mayor
Join me for coffee and conversation on Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 a.m. at Vinnola's Italian Market and Deli. Hope to see you there! - Mayor Bud Starker
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September 4 Labor Day Closures and Modified Hours- City Hall - Closed
- Recreation Center open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Active Adult Center - Closed
- Anderson Pool open 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Anderson Pool closes for the season on Sept. 4 at 4 p.m.
Meeting and Special Events Calendar- Localworks' Live Local event at Symmetry Collective Sept. 6, 5:30 p.m.
- Planning Commission Sept. 7 and 21, 6:30 p.m.
- Coffee with the Mayor Sept. 9, 9 a.m.
- City Council Meeting Sept. 11 and 25, 6:30 p.m.
- Wheat Ridge Historical Society Dogs on Display Sept. 9, 10 a.m.
- Harvest Fest Community Potluck at Happiness Gardens Sept. 10, 4:30 p.m.
- Cultural Commission Sept.13, 6 p.m.
- Community Advisory Group Sept. 13, 6 p.m.
- Liquor Board Authority Meeting Sept.14 and 28, 9 a.m.
- City Council Study Session September 18, 6:30 p.m.
- Parks and Recreation Commission Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m.
- Sustainability Advisory Committee Sept. 21, 6 p.m.
- National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event Sept. 23, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Board of Adjustment Sept. 28, 7 p.m.
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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.
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Wheat Ridge Next ChapterThe city's theme for the Carnation Festival Parade this year was Wheat Ridge Next Chapter, and we got a few questions about what that means. In this next chapter we are reinvesting in our infrastructure, elevating DEI initiatives, and updating our city’s master plan and our Open Space Management Plan. We are committed to our residents and none of the work we do would be possible without their support.
Thank you to the Wheat Ridge community for putting your trust in local leadership to continue making Wheat Ridge a vibrant city.
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Wadsworth Blvd Approved for Additional WorkThe City of Wheat Ridge announced additional funding is now available to construct permanent improvements at the south end of the Wadsworth corridor, focused on the 38th Avenue intersection.
The additional work is part of the Wadsworth Improvement project, which broke ground in late 2021. The project includes modernizing and improving Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to I-70, with efficient and safe intersection designs, safer entrances and exits for vehicles accessing businesses, a continuous sidewalk on the west, and a bike/pedestrian path on the east side of Wadsworth from 35th Avenue to the Clear Creek Trail. Construction has focused on the area from 41st Avenue north to I-70 including building the continuous flow intersection (CFI) at 44th Avenue. The second CFI at 38th Avenue and final improvements south of 41st Avenue to 35th Avenue required additional funding.
Completing the full project now will save money, eliminate the need for temporary work, and prevent having to come back in future years to make the ultimate improvement at the south end of the corridor. The project is now slated to be complete in spring of 2026. The city is thankful to federal, state and regional partners who together, have funded more than 75% of this project. The city is also grateful to Wheat Ridge voters who approved a sales tax increase in 2016 to fund a portion of this project.
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.
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Share Your Feedback
Round two of engagement is wrapping up for Let’s Talk North I-70 and Let’s Talk Lutheran/Crown Hill. Residents in these neighborhoods can weigh in on potential actions the city could take to address neighborhood feedback by completing their neighborhood’s Action Survey. The survey closes on September 8.
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Wheat Ridge Historical Society Hosting Dog ShowBring your dog and join the Wheat Ridge Historical Society on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. for Dogs on Display! This dog show will have fun catorgies, prizes, and more.
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City of Wheat Ridge Partners with Solar United Neighbors for Solar Switch Program
Are you interested in installing solar panels for your home or small business?
Wheat Ridge has partnered with nonprofit Solar United Neighbors and other cities to offer the Solar Switch program. Solar Switch evaluates qualified installers and then hosts an auction, leveraging the power of group purchasing, to secure discounted prices.
Registration is free and open now! You'll receive a personal offer and have until October 4 to make your decision; there is no obligation to purchase a solar system after registering and receiving your offer.
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Become a Ridge Ranger and Help Keep Wheat Ridge Beautiful
Ridge Rangers are part of the Wheat Ridge Public Works Adopt-A-Road Program. Civic minded volunteers are being asked to adopt segments of city streets for litter control. Adopting parties agree to patrol and pick up litter from specified street segments for one year. Plus, your assigned street gets decorated with these cool signs made by our traffic technicians.
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Localworks' Live Local Event
Join Localworks at Symmetry Collective (6545 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033) on Sept. 6 from 5:30-7 p.m. for a healthy hour! During this time you will have the ability to explore the space and connect with tenants and business owners that can help you with your health journey right here in the community. Inside Symmetry Collective you will find Thai massage, yoga, sound healing, massage therapy, infrared sauna, life coaching, neuro fitness and physical therapy.
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Harvest Fest Community PotluckBring a dish to share at the Harvest Fest Community Potluck! This free, family-friendly feast will be held at Happiness Gardens on Sept. 10 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Please bring your own plates, utensils, and cups. Refreshments will be provided.
No registration required, we hope to see you there!
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Volunteer for National Public Lands DayWheat Ridge Parks and Recreation, Jefferson County Open Space, and neighboring municipalities are partnering for a National Public Lands Day volunteer event on Saturday, Sept. 23. This year, the event will be focusing on twelve sites and 19.5 miles of creek, and engaging over 400 volunteers!
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Now Playing on Wheat Ridge TV 8Wheat Ridge TV 8 is the city's cable access station. You can watch on Channel 8, YouTube, or watch on demand. Check out some of our most recent videos below!
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Resident Survey ResultsThe results of our resident survey are in! And the feedback we received was no surprise. Overall, Wheat Ridge residents enjoy a high quality of life, with all the amenities of being located next to a major city, without the major cost.
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A Look Inside Richards-Hart EstateTucked away in historic Wheat Ridge, the Richards-Hart Estate is a great site for weddings and receptions, rehearsal dinners, parties and community gatherings. The Victorian mansion is on three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, and makes a great space for indoor or outdoor events.
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Connect with the City on Instagram!
The City of Wheat Ridge is now on Instagram and is excited to start sharing content with you! Follow @cityofwheatridge to see Wheat Ridge photos and updates.
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