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• Inside Arvada's Shared Scooters and Bikes with Aislinn Droski

  Send us a textAislinn Droski, Arvada's bicycle and pedestrian coordinator, shares insights on the City's micromobility program that has facilitated over 130,000 rides since launching in 2021. The program has evolved from a pilot to becoming a permanent transportation option connecting residents to transit, commercial centers, and other services.Micromobility includes devices like e-scooters, e-bikes, and seated "gliders" that provide transportation options for shorter tripsLime is currently Arvada's sole vendor, operating under a permit system with devices placed throughout eastern ArvadaIf you notice improperly parked scooters or have feedback about the micromobility program, please contact the team through Ask Arvada.News & EventsRalston Creek Improvements Project is nearly complete and the trail will reopen very soonLate summer planting opportunities with Resource CentralWatch the People’s Choice Movie Poll winner at Clear Creek Valley Park on Friday, August 29thRalston Central Splash Pad closes after Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 1The Olde Town Fountain will switch to Sundays only after Labor Day through SeptemberVisit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at [email protected].

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• Inside Arvada's Fight Against EAB with City Forester Ian MacDonald

  Send us a textArvada City Forester Ian MacDonald discusses the alarming spread of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) throughout the city and what residents need to know to protect their ash trees. This invasive pest has accelerated from small isolated areas to citywide presence, with MacDonald warning that we're now entering the steep part of the mortality curve where tree loss happens rapidly.In this episode:Emerald Ash Borer has spread from the Homestead Park neighborhood in southeast Arvada (first detected in 2020) to locations throughout the cityThe City's forestry team has been proactively treating ash trees on City property since before the arrival of EABThe City cannot treat ash trees that are not on City property; those trees are the responsibility of the property ownerIf you have determined you have ash trees on your property, contact a certified tree care professional. The City and County of Denver has a Licensed Tree Contractor List.The new Habitat Trees initiative preserves dead trees in natural areas for wildlife habitatTree Trivia! Including the history of the infamous hackberry tree on Hackberry Hill in northeast ArvadaNews and events:The final Bulky Item Drop-0ff Event is Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC)Resource Central's Fall Garden in a Box discounts are available for Arvada water customersNew road widening project at the intersection of Highway 93 and Highway 72 (Coal Creek Canyon Road). Sign up to receive project updatesCongrats to our Arvada Parks Photo Contest winners! Next Movies Around Town event is Friday, Aug. 8 at Bridgeside Park with a free showing of 'Happy Gilmore'Visit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at [email protected].

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• Inside Arvada's Municipal Courts with Judge Kurtz

  Send us a textJudge Kathryn Kurtz discusses Arvada's Municipal Court and the value of balancing community safety with support for the individual.In this episode: Arvada's Municipal Court handles 7,500-8,000 cases yearly including traffic violations, ordinance violations, code enforcement, and animal control issuesA ballot measure is being considered to remove the residency requirement for judgesThe One Small Step Court program offers specialized support for individuals experiencing homelessnessJudge Kurtz shares her judicial philosophy of "own it, fix it, forget it" – encouraging people to take responsibility, make amends, and then move forward with their livesNew and events: Movies Around Town continues Friday, August 8 with Happy Gilmore at Bridgeside ParkVote for your pick for the People's Choice Movie that will air August 29 at Clear Creek Valley ParkHigh Tea for Seniors is Saturday, August 9 from 1-3pm for residents 85 and up, RSVP by July 25Request a visit from Arvada's Police or Fire departments during National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5Final Bulky Item Drop-off Event is Saturday, August 16 from 9am-2pm at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC)Visit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at [email protected].

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• Park and Recreation Month with Steve Gustafson

  Send us a textIn honor of Park and Recreation Month in Arvada, Parks Manager Steve Gustafson joins us to share his lifelong passion for parks maintenance and the complexities of managing the city's vast outdoor spaces.In this episode:Overview of the Arvada Parks Department, which maintains over 200 sites across 4,200 acres with 56 full-time employeesThe collaborative relationship and distinctions between Arvada Parks and Apex Park and Recreation DistrictHow Arvada Parks are funded with half coming from Jefferson County Open Space sales tax and half from the city's general fundThe Jefferson County Property Search tool shows a property's mill levies for special districts such as Apex Major challenges facing the Arvada Parks Department include battling emerald ash borer infestations, rising water costs ($800,000 annually), and transitioning to electric maintenance equipmentArvada Parks' turf conversion program that aims to conserve water, reduce maintenance, and benefit the environmentNews and events: Movies Around Town continues Friday, July 18 with 'Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice' at Michael Northey Park Vote in the People's Choice Movie PollMotorized vehicles such as dirt bikes and ATVs are not allowed in our parks and trails. Visit our trails rules and etiquette tips page for more info The City's Resident Tax Rebate Program is now through Aug. 31Visit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at [email protected].

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• Inside Arvada's City Management with new City Manager Don Wick

  Send us a textDon Wick talks about his 30-year journey of serving the Arvada community, from starting out as an entry-level police officer in 1985 to recently becoming the new city manager. Don explains how all of his previous experience – Police Chief, Public Works Director, and Deputy City Manager – has prepared him to step into his new role leading the city. In this episode:How the city manager is responsible for executing City Council's Strategic PlanHow the Ralston Road Bond Project is an example of executing the City Council Strategic PlanOpportunities and challenges facing the City, including: Homelessness, Affordable Housing, upgrading Utilities Infrastructure, and moreHow the City of Arvada operates within a council-manager form of governmentNews and Events:Arvada's Fourth of July Fireworks Show is Friday, July 4 at Stenger Sports ComplexThe Movies Around Town summer series kicks off Friday, June 27 with a free showing of the film "The Goonies" at Memorial ParkEmerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive insect that is destroying ash trees throughout the City. Learn how you can protect your trees from EABA recording is available of the Arvada Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) community meeting held in MayThe Ralston Creek Trail detour near West Woods Golf Course has been extended to July due to weather delays It's the last chance to take the Water Quality Survey before it closes at the end of JuneVisit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at [email protected].

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