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Mayor's Matters February 2024
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Coffee with the Mayor
Join me for coffee and conversation on Saturday, February 10 at 9 a.m. at Vinnola's Italian Market and Deli.
Hope to see you there! - Mayor Bud Starker
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Closures and Modified SchedulesPresidents' Day February 19City Hall - Closed
Meeting and Special Events Calendar
- Planning Commission February 1 and 15, 6:30 p.m.
- City Council Study Session February 5, 6:30 p.m.
- Cultural Commission February 14, 6 p.m.
- Liquor Board Authority Meeting February 8 and 22, 9 a.m.
- Coffee with the Mayor February 10, 9 a.m.
- City Council Meeting February 12 and 26, 6:30 p.m.
- Community Advisory Group February 14, 6 p.m.
- Sustainable Wheat Ridge Committee February 15, 6 p.m.
- Ties & Tiaras February 17, 5:45 p.m.
- Parks and Recreation Commission February 21, 6:30 p.m.
- Board of Adjustment February 22, 7 p.m.
- District II Meeting at the Wheat Ridge Grange February 24, 10 a.m.
City council meets in council chambers at city hall. The public may choose to participate in person, by video conference (those wishing to participate by video conference must register by 6 p.m. prior to all meetings) or by submitting written comments on Wheat Ridge Speaks.
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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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City of Wheat Ridge Recognizes Black History MonthCreating an inclusive and responsive community is an important initiative at the City of Wheat Ridge. In 2020, Wheat Ridge City Council passed a resolution stating that “racism and hate have no place in our city and there is much work to be done...”. The city then formed a Race and Equity Task Force to review city policies, services, ordinances, and community systems. The task force recommended that a committee be formed to carry on their work, and we are currently in the process of recruiting for our new Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee. Learn more about joining the IDEA Committee on the city's website.
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Wishing Judge Randall a Happy Retirement!The City of Wheat Ridge recently wished Judge Randall a happy retirement! Judge Randall has been the presiding Judge for the Wheat Ridge Municipal Court since 2002. We are wishing him the best on his new journey and are thankful for his dedication to the Wheat Ridge community.The city will begin a search for a permanent presiding judge soon. We are fortunate to have Judge Paul Basso as the interim presiding judge for the time being.
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Wheat Ridge Police Department Introduces New Technology The Wheat Ridge Police Department will start using drones and facial recognition software to help keep our community safe. WRPD has launched a drone program and will release three drones to help with certain investigations, patrol, and active crime scenes. Starting in the spring, WRPD will also reintroduce the use of facial recognition technology for identifying potential suspects. Stay up to date with WRPD on Facebook.
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Wheat Ridge Police Department Shares Update About the Peter Arguello CaseOur thoughts continue to be with Peter Arguello's family and the Wheat Ridge community as we mourn the loss of Peter Arguello who was killed on Nov. 19, 2023. The Wheat Ridge Police Department (WRPD) has worked tirelessly on the case and thanks to their efforts, the suspect has been apprehended. WRPD has recommended criminal charges against the suspect to the First Judicial District Attorney's Office. While the department has recommended criminal charges against one individual, the case remains active and ongoing. WRPD remains confident that the community is safe.
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Prioritze Your Mental Health
Join the City of Wheat Ridge and the Jefferson Center for a mental health and wellness series at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center starting in February.
All presentations are from 12-1 p.m. with lunch provided. Registration is required on the event page.
Presentation Topics Include:
Self-Compassion - Friday, February 16
Mindfulness - Friday, March 15
Finding Joy in Times of Stress – Friday, April 19
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Amy Trujillo Awarded Everyday Hero Award
Amy Trujillo, a dedicated Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation volunteer trip driver and leader, was awarded the Everyday Hero award from Denver7 and West Shore Homes!
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Enroll in the Neighborhood Traffic Management ProgramEnrollment is now open for the city’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP). This program invites residents to share specific speeding or traffic concerns on their neighborhood street. Enrollment is open now until March 31, 2024. During this period, residents initiate the process by submitting their enrollment application with more than 50 percent of residents along the proposed segment signing in support of studying the segment. After residents enroll, city engineers will collect traffic data for that segment and draft an appropriate traffic calming plan based on results of the traffic data. Learn more about the program and how to enroll on the city's website.
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Medians Added on 44th Avenue at the Wadsworth Intersection
Please note that medians have been added on 44th Avenue at the Wadsworth Intersection.
Subscribe to receive Wadsworth traffic alerts on the city's website and find updates on What's Up Wheat Ridge.
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Make Valentine's Day Cards for Seniors
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Art Piece Donated to Wheat Ridge Thank you to, Karin L. Schelke, for donating this new art piece to the community! This piece is called "Dancing Pony" by Kevin Box and is now installed along the Clear Creek Trail at Prospect Park near the football field.
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Cyclist and Pedestrian Safety Takes Center Stage in Wheat Ridge Coalition’s Effort for Safer Routes to Parks
In the wake of a 40-year high in pedestrian deaths across the country, local groups in Wheat Ridge are taking proactive measures to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety. A Wheat Ridge coalition is one of four Colorado communities selected by the Safe Routes Partnership for its Safe Routes to Parks Colorado Activating Communities program, designed to improve safe and equitable local park access. Read more about the project on the city's website.
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City of Wheat Ridge Shares Ways You can Protect Yourself Online
In today's digital age, it's important to stay informed and take proactive measures to stay safe in the online world. The City of Wheat Ridge has created a new video that highlights ways you can protect yourself while using the internet like creating strong passwords, using multifactor authentication, and more!
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