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Water Supply Administrator, Amy Willhite shares information about why Arvada declared a Stage 1 drought and implemented water restrictions this year. She explains how snowpack drives Front Range water supply, what the rules entail, and how the city plans to reach a community-wide goal of reducing water use by 20%, including at City-managed parks, athletic fields, and golf courses. Find the latest information, the restrictions, and FAQs at arvadaco.gov/drought. 
In the episode:
Water restrictions including the two-day-per-week lawn irrigation schedule and the 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. outdoor watering ban 
How violations are handled and how a drought surcharge may work
How parks, golf, and athletic fields reduce water use while prioritizing playability, safety, and tree health
Why the splash pad can run while the Olde Town fountain will be limited due to water recycling differences 
Why nearby communities have different rules based on storage and water rights portfolios
And more!
News and events: 
The City’s Volunteer Appreciation Event is Saturday, May 16
Mayor Pro Tem Randy Moorman presented the 2026 State of the City on Friday, April 10
Neighborhood grant applications are open now through May 8
The annual pavement program is underway across the city completing repaving, concrete work, and treatments to maintain road quality
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Transportation Planning Manager Kellee Van Bruggen explains how Arvada’s first Transportation System Plan (TSP) turns community input and existing city plans into a set of potential priority transportation projects for the next several decades. 
Why Arvada created a Transportation System Plan 
How community engagement and the Transportation Advisory Committee helped shape priorities 
What it means for Arvada to lead, partner, or advocate on a project 
How the plan connects to the comprehensive plan
Why grants, right-of-way, and coordination can stretch timelines 
Visit the Transportation System Plan webpage for the complete list of 71 projects identified, an interactive map, and more details. 
News and Events: 
Arvada-Blunn Reservoir is open for the season, 7 days a week, 7 am to 7 pm
The City's Volunteer Appreciation Event is Saturday, May 16 from 10 am to noon at the Allen House Pavilion
The first Bulky Item Drop-off Event of the year is Saturday, April 25 from 9 am to 2 pm at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC)
Stage 1 water restrictions due to drought are effective beginning today, Wednesday, April 15
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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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