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Senior Sustainability Coordinator Steven Russell shares updates on the City's Climate and Sustainability Action Plan (CASAP) and what it means for city operations and the wider community. We talk goals, timelines, and the steps that turn the plan into action. 

In this episode: 
Climate and Sustainability Action Plan webpage
A draft of the CASAP
A recording of the recent workshop presentation and discussion with City Council
Sign up for the Sustainability newsletter to stay up to date on the plans completion and Council adoption 
Differences between sustainability action and climate action, and the City's goals, strategies, and priorities toward making an impact
News and upcoming events: 
The Arvada-Blunn Reservoir opens April 1, passes are available for purchase online
Kite Festival is Sunday, April 12 at Stenger Sports Complex from 11am to 2pm
Give your input on the redesign of Robby Ferrufino Park at a community meeting on Tuesday, April 7 from 5:30 to 6:30pm at Warder Elementary School
The first Bulky Item Drop-Off event of 2026 is Saturday, April 25 from 9am to 2pm at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC)
Water restrictions due to significant drought conditions are likely this year, the latest information will be available on the City's website
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Katie Groke and Monica Bowser from Apex Park and Recreation District join us to talk about the various facilities and programs offered by Apex. They explain how Apex and the City of Arvada often work together, and how our two organizations also serve separate roles for the community. 
Included in this episode: 
All about Apex Park and Recreation District, including funding, district boundaries and leadership
What services the City provides (parks, trails and outdoor recreation) vs. what Apex provides (recreation centers and programming)
The Apex Activated podcast that Katie and Monica host 
A quick rundown of Apex facilities and programming highlights including camps, leagues, classes, and active adult options 
Puzzle Hustle explained and why it has a fan culture 
New and upcoming projects like the outdoor archery range at the Apex Center
How a 1999 IGA signed between Apex and the City established how the two organization work together 
News and upcoming events:
The Arvada-Blunn Reservoir opens for the season on April 1
The 21st annual Arvada Kite Festival is Sunday, April 12 at Stenger Sports Complex
Updates to Ask Arvada, the City's online portal for submitting questions, concerns and feedback
Water saving programs through Resource Central and why early registration matters 
Stormwater improvement project at Memorial Park that includes trail detours and closures of two holes at Johnny Roberts Disc Golf Course 

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Learn how Arvada residents can save on outdoor water use and costs with three programs from Resource Central: Garden In A Box, Lawn Replacement, and free Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluations. Rachel Staats shares timelines, discounts, DIY tips, and why fall planting is a great option in Colorado.
In this episode:
How the City's partnership funds resident discounts on Resource Central outdoor water conservation programs
Garden In A Box kits, plant-by-number designs, and pollinator benefits (pre-order begins March 11 with pick up in May and June)
Lawn Replacement eligibility, logisitics, and DIY options (applications open March 9)
Free Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluations that fix common inefficiencies
Winter watering tips and planning for a drier year
Reuse center in Boulder takes donations and offers low-cost materials
Sign up for the Resource Central newsletter
News & Events: 
Arvada Historical Society presents Tapping into Arvada's H2O Story on March 7 at Revive Church
Review the draft ADA Transition Plan and share your feedback by March 8
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Deputy City Manager Allison Scheck joins us to talk through why the City has decided not to move forward with the underpass for the W 72nd project, how the decision was made, and what comes next for the corridor. 
In this episode: 
Project cost escalation, delays, and bond funding explained
Options considered for completing the project
What's next for the project corridor in 2026 and for the long term
More information, including FAQs and a recording of the Feb. 2 open house information, available on the W 72nd project webpage
News & Events
Winterfest is coming to Olde Town Saturday, Feb. 28 from 11 am to 4 pm
Stay up to date on events around town with the Visitor’s Center’s email list 
Water saving programs with Resource Central will open in March, sign up for interest lists now
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We team up with the Engage Jeffco podcast to explain the similarities, differences and partnerships between the City of Arvada and Jefferson County. Johnny Hart and Carly Moore from Jefferson County Public Affairs help explain who runs what, who pays for it, and how the City and the County collaborate on roads, human services, and more. 
In this episode: 
Jefferson County leadership (Board of County Commissioners and other elected officials)
Arvada City Council structure and appointed leadership (City Manager, City Attorney and the Judge)
Jefferson County property taxes and where that money goes to
County services vs city services
Ask Arvada portal and key phone lines for issues such as water or sewer line breaks, streetlight outages and animal management issues
Jefferson County engagement opportunities: public meetings, town halls, boards and commissions, Engage Jeffco newsletter, Engage Jeffco podcast 
News and events: 
Sheridan sewer line replacement is nearly complete with most side streets open and the trail reopening soon
Arvada Winterfest is Saturday, Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4p.m. in Olde Town Arvada
Sign up for Visit Arvada's newsletter for the best way to stay up to date on everything happening in Arvada, including A Chocolate Affair, a fundraiser for Ralston House that takes place Saturday, Feb. 7 

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