The Superior Sentinel | A monthly publication serving the residents of Superior, Colorado.
July 2016

In This Issue

Upcoming Meetings
Recent Town Board Actions
Committee Vacancies
Discarding Bulk Items
Yard Waste Site Open
Reducing Wind-Blown Trash
Register NOW!
Energy Saving Tips
HOA Summer Movie
LPL July Events
YMCA July Programs
4th of July Festival
At the Firehouse
Superior Number One Suburb
Foam Dart Frenzy
Tree Climbing
Save the Date!
2016 Streets Project
Road Work Updates
Transit Updates
Friends of the US 36 Bikeway
2016 Water Quality Report
Slow the Flow Water Audits
On the Same Page
Community Award Winners
Doo Good
National Night Out Aug 2
CHaRM Coupon
July Calendar






Town Board Meeting
Monday, July 11th
7:00 pm at Town Hall
Work Session begins at 6:00 pm




Recent Town Board Actions


During the past month, the Superior Board of Trustees has:

Public Hearing and Adopted a Resolution approving the Superior Medical Building and Parking Garage, Lot 1, Block 12, Superior Town Center (Case No. FP and FDP-2016-02)

Heard Annual Audit (CAFR) Presentation and Superior Chamber of Commerce Update

Approved an Alcohol Permit at Founders Park for a Private Company Picnic

Public Hearing and Adopted a Resolution approving the Final Subdivision Plat (FP) and Final Plat Site Plan (FPSP) for Rock Creek Ranch Filing No. 17C, Block 1, Lots 1-3, Tracts A, B & C (Case Nos. FP and FPSP-2016-1), Approving Vested Property Rights for both proposals, and Approving a Development Agreement with Rock Creek Development, Inc. related to the project

Executive session to consider the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer or sale of real, personal or other property, pursuant to C.R.S. � 24-6-401(4)(a), the location of which property cannot be disclosed without compromising the purpose of the executive session.

Executive session to determine positions relative to matters that are subject to negotiations, to develop a strategy for negotiations, and to instruct negotiators, pursuant to C.R.S. � 24-6-402(4)(e), the topic of which cannot be disclosed without compromising the purpose of the executive session

Public Hearing and Adopted a Resolution approving the Preliminary and Final Plats and Final Development Plans for Block 13, Lot 1, Superior Town Center, and a portion of Block 25, Lot 1, Superior Town Center, and Approving Vested Rights Therefor

Approved a Liquor License Renewal for Buffalo Wild Wings

Adopted an Ordinance amending Article XXXI of Chapter 16 of the Superior Municipal Code, to regulate the maximum height of Telecommunications Facilities located on Town-Owned Property and within Public Rights-of-Way

Adopted a Resolution approving an Xcel Utility Easement for a New Park Development

Adopted Resolutions appointing members to the Open Space Advisory Committee (Ken Lish, Joel White and Tracy Koller) 
Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (George A. Kupfner)
Recycling and Conservation Advisory Committee (Michelle Horton)
Historical Commission
(Larry Dorsey and Errol Waligorski)
Planning Commission (Robert Mommaerts, Anthony Stewart and Lisa Ritchie)

Public Hearing and Adopted a Resolution approving a Final Development Plan for the McCaslin Roundabout at Main Street, Superior Town Center Development Plan 1, Phase 3

Discussed the Town Board vacancy



Town of Superior Board of Trustees


303-926-5210

303-499-9757

303-446-8464

303-494-6440

720-635-2227

303-564-2023





ADVISORY COMMITTEE and COMMISSION VACANCIES 


The Town currently has the following Committee vacancies:

Recycling and Conservation Advisory Committee (RCAC) - 2

Planning Commission (PC) - 1

Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (PROSTAC) - 2

The Town Board appoints residents to serve on Committees and Commissions.  If you are interested in applying, please fill out the application which is available on the Town's website or by CLICKING HERE. Please submit the application form to Town Hall or call 303-499-3675 with questions.


Positions will be open until filled. 





OPTIONS to DISCARD UNWANTED BULK ITEMS

CLICK HERE for a list
of options to discard unwanted items.





Yard Waste Recycling Facility OPEN Year-Round


The Town's Yard Waste site, located at 2125 Honey Creek Lane, is open year-round to accommodate the extended Colorado growing season.

Hours of operation are:

Wednesdays -
8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturdays -
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sundays -
8:00 am to 5:00 pm

CLICK HERE for a list of accepted items and details.





Actions to Reduce Wind-Blown Trash & Recycling


CLICK HERE for procedures that can be used at all times but are specifically recommended when high winds are forecasted for - or occur during - trash/recycling collection day.

These suggestions have been prepared and are recommended jointly by The Rock Creek Master Homeowners Association, Waste Connections of Colorado, and the Town of Superior.



There is still time to
register for Summer Programs!

Space is filing fast - 
don't miss out! Visit
www.superiorrec.com to register TODAY!

Marcelo Balboa Soccer Camp - last session starts July 18

Discover SCUBA - classes on Saturday's

Slackline Clinic - starts July 27



Grass Roots Ultimate Disc Camp - next session July 11

i9 Sports Camp - starts June 20





Energy Saving Tips From EnergySmart

1) Turn your A/C unit to the auto position rather than on, this will make sure it only runs when needed saving you energy and money.

2) Xcel Energy Saver's Switch is a great way to save energy and money on cooling.

Want more tips to help you save money and be comfortable? Call EnergySmart at 303-544-1000 to speak with an Energy Advisor at no charge. 

CLICK HERE for more info.



Energy-saving tips brought
to you by the Superior Recycling and Conservation Advisory Committee and Boulder County EnergySmart.



Rock Creek HOA
Summer Movie Series




Friday, July 8
at 7:00 pm
GOOSEBUMPS
Rated PG-13

All Movies are shown at Community Park on the
East baseball field.
Event starts at 7:00 pm, movies shown at dusk.

Chick-Fil-A and drinks provided. Sweet Cow Ice Cream Truck for purchase.

Brought to you by the Rock Creek Master HOA. These events are free of charge for all residents of the town of Superior.

Come out and enjoy the fun and movie under the stars!!

VOLUNTEERS:
We are always in need of volunteers to help with these events. This is a great opportunity for high school students to get volunteer/community service hours for college applications. Students will
be provided a letter of recognition for their community service. Please EMAIL HERE  if interested.





Louisville Public Library


ON THE SAME PAGE
All The Light We Cannot See



FREE! LIBRARY MOBILE APP
FindIT Colorado

SUMMER READING IS HERE!
May 27 - July 31
Easy Online Registration!

Kids' Summer Reading
THUR, July 7, 2-4 pm
MON, July 11, 1-2 pm
or 2-3 pm
TUE, July 12, 2-3 pm
WED, July 13, 2-3 pm
(ages 8-12)



THUR, July 14, 2-3 pm
(ages 4-8)
TUE, July 19, (pre-register)
WED, July 20, 2-3 pm
MON, July 25, 11 am-12 pm
FRI, July 29, 1-3 pm

Teens' Summer Reading
FRI, July 8, 3:00-4:00 pm
FRI, July 15, 2:30-4:00 pm
THUR, July 21, 6:30-7:30 pm
MON, July 25, 6:00-8 pm
WED, July 27, 3-4 pm
FRI, July 29, 1-3 pm

Adults' Summer Reading
TUE, July 5, 6:00-7 pm
SAT, July 16, 11am-12 pm
TUE, July 19, 6:30-8 pm
(for adults and teens)
WED, July 27, 5:30-7:30 pm
THUR, July 28, 5:30-7:30 pm

Faithful Founders:
A Portrayal of Louisville Methodist Members
WED, July 20, 7 pm


CLICK HERE to get all the details on these June Events!



July Sports and Ice Programs at the YMCA of Boulder Valley


The YMCA of Boulder Valley offers enrichment programs for children preschool through grade 12. Financial assistance is available to those that qualify. Please inquire if you need financial assistance. The Y strives to turn no one away due to inability to pay.

Superior residents receive discounted rates!

YMCA SPORTS

YMCA Jr. Buffs Soccer
Challenger British Soccer Camps (Ages 3-16)
Aug 1-5 at Superior Community Park. Register at challengersports.com.



CARA/USTA Leagues
(Ages 8-18)
Dates/Times TBD at Superior North Pool Tennis Courts or Eldorado K8 in Superior

Tennis Clinics
(Ages 7-16)
Session runs Aug 1-5. All sessions go from 9:30 am-noon at Superior North Pool Tennis Courts or Eldorado K8 in Superior.

For more information on the YMCA of Boulder Valley: www.ymcabv.org

Mapleton Center
28th & Mapleton, Boulder, CO 80301, 303.442.2778

Arapahoe Center
95th & Arapahoe, Lafayette, CO 80026, 303.664.5455



Quick Links


Superior Chamber of Commerce

Boulder County

Boulder Valley School District

Rocky Mountain Fire District

Rock Creek HOA


Town of Superior

The Town would like to thank you for subscribing to this electronic version of the Superior Sentinel. This e-newsletter and past issues can be accessed on the Town's website at superiorcolorado.gov.





The JULY 4th PARADE
PANCAKE BREAKFAST and THE SUPERIOR MILE are right around the corner!



The 4th of July Parade and Pancakes Festival is almost here!
This year's theme for the July 4th festival and parade is "Traveling the USA". The event features the Superior Mile, a community parade with fantastic neighborhood and business floats, a pancake breakfast at Community Park and fun for the entire family. The parade starts at 8:30 am on Rock Creek Parkway along Purple Park. The lineup for the floats will begin at 7:30 am - pedestrian line up begins at 8:00 am. The Town will provide a limited supply of red, white and blue steamers and ribbons for those wanting to ride or walk in the parade. The parade will follow Rock Creek Parkway and end at Community Park. The pancake breakfast will begin in Community Park at 9:00 am. Make sure to hang out after breakfast and enjoy the fun. There will be plenty of vendors, music by Ultralowfi, interactive games, prizes, inflatables for kids and more!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Looking for a great way to get involved in your community? Come out and volunteer - join the fun and get a free t-shirt. Looking for event set up/tear down, pancake flippers, eco-station volunteers and more! Visit www.volunteersuperior.com to view volunteer descriptions and sign up!

SUPERIOR MILE
Don't forget to register for this year's Superior Mile! Challenge your personal record on this fast 1 mile course down Rock Creek Parkway. Be one of the first 250 to register and receive a FREE Adidas Tech Shirt. A fun race for the whole family! REGISTER at www.superiormile.com!

4th of July Kickball Tournament
Join the Town of Superior's Second Annual 4th of July Kickball Tournament hosted by the Superior Youth Leadership Council! The tournament will take place on Sunday, July 3rd starting at 5 pm at Community Park. Players must be 8 years of age or older, with a minimum of 11 players per team. Groups of 15+ can register as a full team OR families/individuals can register as free agents to be added to a team.

Registration form and more information can be found HERE!

Learn more about the 4th of July Event in this video from the Superior Youth Leadership Council!

4th Of July in Superior_2016





AT THE FIREHOUSE

July 4th, Independence Day, a time to celebrate our Nation's freedom with parades, barbecues and outdoor activities. Many professional firework exhibits are scheduled for your enjoyment in the Denver Metro area. Rocky Mountain Fire recommends you leave the show to the professionals.

If you decide to purchase fireworks for home use, following are a few safety rules.
  • Only buy legal fireworks; if it flies or explodes it is illegal in Colorado and you can be issued a ticket. Superior 's definition of fireworks is any substance producing and visual or auditory sensation by combustion. Just because you can purchase it in Colorado does not mean it is legal in every municipality.
  • Adults should always supervise.
  • Always have a hose and bucket of water standing by.
  • Do not relight fireworks that did not function fully, wait 20 minutes and put them in the bucket of water.
  • Never point fireworks at another person.
  • Only light one firework at a time.
  • NEVER light fireworks near combustibles such as dry grass and decks.
  • Always soak used fireworks in a bucket of water after they have cooled for 20 minutes and then dispose of properly.
  • Keep pets inside and away from the activities, fireworks can hurt their ears and frighten them. Nationally there is 30% increase in lost pets between July 4 and July 6 as reported by animal control officers.
The weeks leading up to July 4th and the remainder of the summer Rocky Mountain Fire responds to many calls for grass fires started by fireworks. Please help us keep your open spaces green for the summer and ensure no fireworks are shot into the greenbelts and open spaces.

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July we look forward to seeing you at the parade and pancake feed at Community Park. Smokey Bear is planning a brief visit to remind everyone to prevent wildfires.

For safety tips and additional information follow the links below:




Mayor Pro-tem Debra Williams Steps Down from Board of Trustees

Mayor Pro-tem Debra Williams is recognized during the June 27, 2016 Town Board meeting for her many years of dedicated service to the Superior community, including her election to the Board of Trustees since 2008.  With Debra stepping down from her position, her seat on the Board will remain vacant since the Town's regularly scheduled election is coming up in November.  Thank you Debra for all your work here!





SUPERIOR
Named Number One Suburb in the Country



A company called Niche recently analyzed and ranked 7,500 suburban communities across the country based on schools, crime rates, health, fitness, cost of living, amenities and other variables. Superior was ranked first in the study, earning A+ marks for its plentiful outdoor activity options and overall health and fitness. 

CLICK HERE to see the full report.




FOAM DART FRENZY
Sunday, July 17
10 am -2 pm 
at Community Park


Calling all NERF fans! More than a battle with foam darts, this program will teach kids about developing teamwork, problem solving and good sportsmanship.Team and individual games will be played like Capture the Flag, Protect the President and Elimination. Everything is provided including eye protection and unlimited darts! Referees will coach the games. Parents are welcome to participate in any session! Program time includes 20 minute check-in and game instruction.




TREE CLIMBING
July 23, August 6, August 17

Your childhood is calling. Why choose a view from under trees when you can go up? Learn climbing techniques modified from rock-climbers that allow tree canopy scientists to conduct studies - but we're just doing it for FUN! Swing from branches, recapture your own childhood and let your children have an awesome experience. NO drop offs please.

Easy to learn, safe, all equipment and instruction provided. Must be reasonably fit and in good health. Wear long pants and sturdy footwear! Gloves are also recommended (we have extra). Adults are welcome in all classes and we're hosting an all new ADULTS ONLY class on 8/6.


 

SAVE THE DATE!
CHILI FEST - Saturday, September 10th

The 2016 Chili Fest will be back once again this year in Community Park on Saturday, September 10th from 2:00 - 6:00 pm!

Come join in the celebration that is sure to be hot, hot, hot! Back for its 16th year this year's Chili Fest will once again feature great music brought to you by Globalsound Studio and The Tyler Walker Band, great food, and great beer. Back again this year - The Boulder Valley Rotary Club is partnering with the Town to host the 3rd annual Boulder Valley Beer Fest - visit www.bouldervalleybeerfest.com for more info! For those who would like to compete in the International Chili Society sanctioned chili cook-off please visit www.superiorcolorado.gov after July 15 to complete an application.

We need lots of hands to make and this huge event run successfully. If you are interested in volunteering or being one of our amazing Chili Fest judges please visit www.volunteersuperior.com or call 303-499-3675 for more information.





2016 Street Rehabilitation Project


The 2016 Street Rehabilitation Project continues with closures on Rock Creek Circle between East Yarrow Circle and Coalton Road during the first half of July. One lane at East Yarrow Circle & Rock Creek Circle will remain open for neighborhood access with flaggers to direct traffic. Additionally, the Rock Creek Circle entrance to Walgreens will be closed during this time. Signs and variable message boards will be posted in the area alerting drivers to the closures and lane restrictions ahead. If you would like to find out when the tentative dates of street reconstruction are, and for answers to frequently-asked questions, please refer to the "2016 Street Reconstruction" page of the Town's website. Residents will need to remove their vehicles from the marked areas of Rock Creek Circle for at least several days during reconstruction. The general construction hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

To be kept up to date regarding reconstruction schedules and information, please contact Alex Bullen with the Public Works & Utilities Department at [email protected] or 303-499-3675, ext 110 with your contact information. The Town appreciates your patience in advance while performing this project to continue its goal of investing in and maintaining the public infrastructure.



Additional ROAD WORK UPDATES


McCaslin/Main Street Roundabout:   The Town Board recently approved the design of a multi-lane roundabout at a new intersection to be built for Main Street serving the Superior Town Center. This intersection will be located about 900 feet north of Discovery Parkway and 1,000 feet south of Coal Creek Drive. Construction is expected to start in late summer. Two lanes of traffic in each direction will be maintained during morning and evening peak periods.

US 36/McCaslin DDI:  This project is substantially complete. Thank you for your patience during construction.

Town-wide concrete repair:  Curb, gutter & sidewalk repair will be ongoing throughout Town during late summer & early fall.

McCaslin BRT Station to Coal Creek Trail:   A multi-use trail connection will be constructed this fall connecting the new McCaslin underpass at the DDI with Coal Creek and the US 36 bikeway. The trail will run along the north side of Superior Plaza (Brakes Plus, Superior Liquor and Old Chicago).



TRANSIT UPDATES



SUPERIOR Call-n-Ride

The Superior Call-n-Ride service is being reinstated this summer with the anticipated start date of August 1st. The new vehicle has been delivered for outfitting, and RTD will be mailing out information soon. As part of the outreach, the new vehicle will be available to participate in community events such as the Chili-Fest. More to come as we look forward to opening day for the service.

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Bus Route 228

RTD provides Route 228 local bus service between Broomfield, Superior and Louisville, with convenient connections to other transit options along the way.  Check out the Route 228 schedule and map HERE!





Be Part of the Start to Inspire Cycling

Friends of the US 36 Bikeway is setting the US 36 corridor in motion! This program launched on June 1 and seeks volunteers to help lead rides for each community along US 36, plan and participate in bi-annual bikeway clean-ups and interface with local governments regarding the issues cyclists face when traveling the bikeway. SIGN UP today to give back to your community, improve the future of cycling in the US 36 corridor and have fun!

This could be the start of a beautiful friendship.




2016 DRINKING WATER QUALITY Consumer Confidence Report

In the last few weeks, every residence in the Town of Superior should have received a Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from the Town's Public Works Department. The Consumer Confidence Reports Rule, 40 CFR 141 Subpart O, is the centerpiece of the right-to-know provisions in the 1996 Amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act. Every public water system must prepare and distribute an annual CCR, which is a summary of drinking water quality provided to customers during the previous year. A CCR typically contains information such as the state's source water assessment, a table reporting levels of detected contaminants with their maximum contaminant levels mandated by the Colorado Department of Health and Environment, required informational and warning language, as well as details of any violations of the drinking water regulations.

CLICK HERE to view the report.

CLICK HERE to view additional information about the report.





Slow The Flow and New Rebates Added


An inefficient sprinkler not only wastes water, but also wastes your money! Get your system's efficiency checked with a FREE irrigation inspection by the Center for ReSource Conservation and the Town of Superior.

Inspections last about 90 minutes, but could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year. It's easy to sign up and get long-lasting and money-saving results! Simply call 303-999-3824 or sign-up at conservationcenter.org/sprinkler to schedule.

Also, the Town of Superior is now offering homeowners two added rebates to the Water Efficiency Rebate Program (in addition to the four existing rebates for Shower Heads, Dishwashers, Toilets and Clothes Washers). These additions are for WaterSense Certified Smart Sprinkler Control Systems and Rotary/High Efficiency Sprinkler Nozzles. All rebates are applied to your utility bill and must meet the criteria as indicated on our website. CLICK HERE for more information.

Both of these programs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis depending upon funding.





On The Same Page 2016


Lafayette Public Library, Louisville Public Library, and the Town of Superior present the 6th annual community-wide reading program.

CLICK HERE for details.



Superior Chamber of Commerce


Honoring Our COMMUNITY AWARD WINNERS


On June 7th the Superior Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Dinner and Awards to recognize six outstanding contributors to our community. Congratulations to these businesses and individuals (from left to right):

Foothills United Way - Business of the Year presented by Centennial Bank and Trust
Joe Cirelli - Superior Achiever Award presented by Studio Z Dental
Brendan Swanson - Volunteer of the Year presented by Key Equipment Finance
Boulder Valley CPAs - Independent Business of the Year presented by Daily Camera
Rotary Club of Boulder Valley - Service Group of the Year presented by Chick-fil-A at Flatiron
David Clark, Monarch High School - Educator of the Year presented by Staufer Team Real Estate





DOO GOOD

Be a "Doo Gooder" - you can make a difference by being a responsible pet owner/guardian. Being a "Doo Gooder" means being a model for others and picking up your dog doo.

READ MORE from the Keep It Clean Partnership.






Come join us for this year's National Night Out! This large community event will be held on August 2, 2016 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Community Park, just west of Safeway on Coalton Road. Each year, law enforcement across the nation puts together this event to bring the community together for a fun night of food, games, various displays, and to create education and awareness in the community. This year we will again be honored with a sky dive donated by Mile High SkyDivers, a medical helicopter from North Colorado Medevac, car seat inspections, a K-9 demo, a bomb truck, a martial arts display by ATA Family Martial Arts, and many other awesome vendors! Additionally, there will be two actors from Magical Moments as a princess and/or super hero! Free food will be supplied again by Wayne's Smoke Shack, Chick-Fil-A, Buffalo Wild Wings, and of course ice cream by the Kupfner family. Bounce houses and games on hand were graciously donated by Flatirons Land Rover. This is just a short highlight of what's to come. Please come join us for a family-friendly, free, and very fun night out on the Town!!






Eco-Cycle's Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM) in conjunction with the Town of Superior
is offering Superior Residents a 50% discount.
 
CLICK HERE for coupon.

Show this coupon to receive a 50% discount on the applicable fees for items accepted at the CHaRM. Discounts available while funds last.

For additional information about how to dispose of Household Hazardous Waste items, please click below:




JULY 201CALENDAR

(all meetings are held at Superior Town Hall unless
otherwise specified)



July 4th
****
Town Offices CLOSED for Independence Day

July 4th
****
4th of July Festival
July 5th
****
Planning Commission Meeting,
CANCELLED
July 6th
****
Youth Leadership Council,
6:30 pm
July 11th
****
Work Session, 6:00 pm
Town Board Meeting, 7:00 pm
July 13th
****
Court-Code Violations, 9:30 am
Court-Traffic Violations, 1:30 pm
OSAC Meeting, 6:30 pm

July 14th
****
RCAC Meeting, 5:30 pm
July 15th
****
Historical Commission, 10:00 am
July 19th
****
Planning Commission Meeting,
7:00 pm
July 20th
****
PROSTAC Meeting, 7:00 pm


 
CLICK HERE to view
the Town's 2016 meeting and event calendar!