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

In This Issue
Upcoming Meetings
Recent Town Board Actions
Committee Vacancies
Get Involved!
Discarding Bulk Items
Yard Waste Site Open
Reducing Wind-Blown Trash
Community Park Storytime
Energy Saving Tips
HOA Summer Movie
LPL August Events
Party City Open
16th Annual Chili Fest
Boulder County Sustainability
November Town Election
National Night Out Aug 2
Tree Climbing
Summer Star Party
2016 Streets Project
Road Work Updates
Transit Updates
Try the Bus on Us!
Coyote Update
Celebrating 10 Years!
Modified Pool Schedule
Slow the Flow Water Audits
On the Same Page
Historical Commission Corner
At the Firehouse
Doo Good
CHaRM Coupon
August Calendar






Town Board Meeting
Monday, August 8th
7:00 pm at Town Hall
Work Session begins at 6:00 pm

Town Board Meeting
Monday, August 22nd
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:

Heard a Presentation from the Superior Chamber of Commerce (Update)

Approved an Alcohol Permit at Purple Park for an annual company picnic

Adopted a Resolution Endorsing Mayor Clint Folsom's Application for Appointment to the Colorado Municipal League Executive Board

Adopted a Resolution appointing a member to the Planning Commission
(Steve Witte)

Adopted a Resolution reappointing a Municipal Judge and Associate Judge

Public Hearing approving the Trail Project to be constructed between the McCaslin Bus Rapid Transit Station and the Coal Creek Regional Trail

Adopted a Resolution approving the Trail Project from the McCaslin Bus Rapid Transit Station to the Coal Creek Regional Trail.

Adopted a Resolution approving a Construction Contract with Western States Reclamation, Inc. for Construction of the Superior Trail Project, McCaslin Bus Rapid Transit Station to Coal Creek

Discussed the Town Hall Expansion

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

Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (PROSTAC) - 3

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. 



Get Involved With the Public Art Working Group


The Town of Superior is seeking citizens interested in public art to examine options for additional art opportunities within the Town. The PUBLIC ART WORKING GROUP will assist in the development of public art projects and programs for the Town, and help coordinate the selection of future installations. Experience and knowledge of public art is beneficial, but not required, to participate on the working group. Applicants must have a strong desire to participate and work through group objectives and selection of public art projects.

This group meets monthly on the fourth Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at Superior Town Hall.

CLICK HERE to learn more and to apply!

Additional Committee information can be found on the TOWN'S WEBSITE
or by calling Town Hall at 303-499-3675.





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.



Bike Park Builders

Saturday, August 27
8:00 am - 10:00 am

Come pitch-in on some maintenance needs at the bike park in Autrey Park. We are encouraging people to pack up the kiddos and bikes, volunteer for a bit and then ride on the track for some fun when the work is done! Please bring plenty of water, apply sunscreen and wear close toed-shoes and pants. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Under 18 may participate with guardian's consent. Let's make Superior's bike park awesome!



Join us for
Community Park Storytime!

Wednesday, August 10
10:00 - 11:00 am
at Community Park

Held rain or shine - meet near the playground.

The Superior Youth Leadership Council
will be hosting one last community storytime for Superior youth age 10 and younger for the summer. Join us for some reading fun with special guests!

This program is FREE to the community.

Hope to see you there for stories, snacks, & games!



Energy Saving Tips From EnergySmart

1) Turn off your cooling system and open your windows while sleeping. When you wake in the morning, shut the windows and blinds to capture the cool air.

2) Turn off ceiling fans when you leave the room. Remember that fans cool people, not rooms, by creating a wind chill effect.

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, August 12
at 7:00 pm
INSIDE OUT

This is the last one for the year..... Don't miss out on the fun!

 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!!





Louisville Public Library


ON THE SAME PAGE
Plenty of copies available
Programs begin in September



FREE!
LIBRARY MOBILE APP
FindIT Colorado
Maker Programs
Upcycled Books
SAT, August 6
1-4 pm

Louisville On My Mind:
Quilting
WED, August 17
4-7 pm

Intro to 3D Printing
WED, August 31
6-7 pm

Gift Bag Paper Craft
SAT, August 13
2-3:30 pm

Irlen Syndrome
TUE, August 2
6:30-7:30 pm

Read to Rover
Every Tuesday
4-5 pm

Music & Movement
FRI, 10:30-11:00 am
August 12, 26

LEGO� Club
4th Monday, 6-7 pm
August 22



Teen Creations
Book Hedgehogs
TUE, August 23
4-5:30 pm

Teen Bonus Tuesday
Perler Bead Crafts
TUE, August 30
4-5:30 pm

Art Walk at the Museum
Louisville's Larder
FRI, August 5
6-8 pm


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


August 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

We have partnered with FC Boulder to develop Boulder Valley Soccer! Locations include: Pleasant View Soccer Complex (Boulder),Superior Community Park, Manhattan Middle School (Boulder), Arapahoe Y (Lafayette) or Longspeak Middle School (Longmont).
Soccer jamboree will take place on Oct 28.


 
U4 Mini Kicker League:
Fridays, Sept 16-Oct 21,
or Saturdays, Sept 17-Oct 22.

U5 Little Kickers League: Fridays, Sept 16-Oct 21,
or Saturdays, Sept 17-Oct 22;

U6 Recreational Soccer League:
Fridays, Sept 9-Oct 21, or Saturdays, Sept 10-Oct 22.

U7 Recreational Soccer League:
Fridays, Sept 9-Oct 21, or Saturdays, Sept 10-Oct 22.

U8 Recreational Soccer League:
Fridays, Sept 9-Oct 21, or Saturdays, Sept 10-Oct 22.

U9-U19 Recreational and Upper Recreational Soccer Leagues:
Fridays, Sept 9-Oct 21, or Saturdays, Sept 10-Oct 22.
 
July 18-22 in Boulder and Aug 1-5 at Superior Community Park.



 

Tennis Clinics (Ages 7-16):
Session 4 Aug 1-5,
9:30 am-noon

Little Stars (Ages 6-8): Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept 12-Oct 19

Emerging Stars (Ages 8-10): Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept 12-Oct 19

Shooting Stars 
(Ages 10-14): Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 13-Oct 20

Aces (Ages 10-16):
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 13-Oct 20

Cardio Tennis
(Ages 18+): Ongoing

Locations: Superior North Pool Tennis Courts or Eldorado K8 in Superior

Volunteers needed:
Calling all volunteer youth sports coaches. Email Jessica Clay for details.

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



Party City is Open in the Superior Marketplace


550 Marshall Road
Superior, CO 80027
303-494-1711

Your Party Store in Superior for Halloween Costumes, Birthday Party Supplies & Theme Parties

Celebrate anything and everything with Party City in Superior, CO! Party City is America's favorite party store in for birthday party supplies, baby shower favors, Halloween costumes, and more. Get your party goods for less - everything you need for theme parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties, and sporting events.

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.




16th Annual Chili Fest!
Saturday, September 10th
2:00 - 6:00 pm

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 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!

Chili Cooks Wanted! To compete in the International Chili Society sanctioned chili cook-off, please  CLICK HERE to fill out an application! This year's winners will have the chance to compete in the ICS World Chili Cook-off on October 21-23 in Reno, NV. Sign up today to reserve your spot!

We need lots of hands to make this huge event runs 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. This is a great opportunity for middle school/high school students who need volunteer hours!






Boulder County Sustainability Successes (video)

We're excited to share a video of what our community and other neighboring communities are accomplishing and how we are working with Boulder County to advance sustainability in our region, towards greater community health and economy vitality. Mayor Clint Folsom is featured so be sure to check it out!

Boulder County also has a website that features what sustainability means to community members and how Boulder County is working with the community to make sustainability happen. CLICK HERE to check it out.





NOVEMBER 2016 REGULAR TOWN ELECTION


The Town will hold its regular election on November 8, 2016 for three (3) Board of Trustee members. The election is a coordinated election with Boulder County.

To qualify all candidates must be a citizen of the United States of America, be eighteen (18) years of age or older on the date of the election, be registered to vote and have resided within the Town limits of Superior for at least the twelve months immediately prior to the date of the election. The first day candidates will be able to obtain nomination petitions from the Town Clerk is August 9, 2016. For more information, call the Town Clerk at 303-499-3675 extension 112 or email phyllish@superiorcolorado.gov.

For information about registering to vote please visit the Boulder County Clerk's webpage at www.bouldercountyvotes.org.




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!!

CLICK HERE for additional details!



TREE CLIMBING
Saturday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 17
12:30 - 3:00 pm 
- meet at Community Park

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. 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).



SUMMER STAR PARTY
Friday, August 12 
from 
8:00 - 10:00 pm

Look up and watch the peak of the Perseid Meteor Shower at this star party! View the Superior night sky with awesome telescopes provided by the Longmont Astronomical Society & Boulder Astronomy and Space Society. Also, learn all about meteors and how to spot planets and constellations with Boulder County Education and Outreach. Ask lots of questions! You can even bring your own telescope and binoculars. *Inclement weather could cancel this event.



2016 Street Rehabilitation Project


The 2016 Street Rehabilitation Project continues in early August with top lift paving on the entirety of Rock Creek Circle. Flaggers and signs will be in place to direct drivers through closures and lane restrictions as the asphalt cures. This will take approximately one week to complete and will result in the final driving surface. Work hours are 7:00 am-5:00 pm but are subject to adjustment based on weather and other factors. Striping, utility work, and cleanup will occur intermittently.

To be kept up to date regarding reconstruction schedules and information, please contact Alex Bullen at alexb@superiorcolorado.gov or 303-499-3675, ext 110. The Town appreciates your patience 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.

Town-wide concrete repair:   Curb, gutter and sidewalk repair will be ongoing throughout Town during late summer and 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 was reinstated this summer and began service August 1st. RTD offers three simple ways for riders to take the Call-n-Ride:
  • Schedule a recurring trip with RTD's subscription service
  • Make a one-time reservation by phone or online
  • Ride reservation free from the US 36 and McCaslin Station during select morning and evening hours
Learn more about Superior's Call-n-Ride at: http://www.rtd-denver.com or by calling 720-645-5128.





Try the Bus, on Us!

Superior's Call-n-Ride launched August 1 and we want to give YOU to the opportunity to try it for free! The first 25 riders who take the Call-n-Ride will receive a free round-trip ride on RTD, courtesy of 36 Commuting Solutions.

CLICK HERE to find out where the Call-n-Ride can take you and how to get started.



COYOTE UPDATE

Colorado Parks and Wildlife department would like to inform Boulder County residents on continued coyote activity in the area. Dog walkers are encouraged to be aware of their surroundings. Larger dogs (25 lbs and up) may attract more attention than normal as coyotes watch out for potential competition, be sure to keep dogs on leash and attended when outside and never let them off leash in open spaces, the coyotes natural habitat. Smaller dogs and cats can also draw attention if out unattended especially when food is more scarce. Scat studies show that our local coyotes are eating what they should, lots of small rodents and vegetation, but they are adaptable and opportunistic so keeping pets close ensures they stay safe.

You can contact the Town or email wildlife ecologist Ashley DeLaup at ashdelaup@gmail.com if you have questions or concerns. You can also report aggressive coyote behavior to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Regional Office at 303-291-7227.

Coyote Information from Colorado Parks and Wildlife.



Louisville Public Library Celebrates 10 Years!

On August 6, from 1-3 pm, the Louisville Public Library will host an Open House to celebrate the first 10 years in its wonderful building. There won't be any speeches or ceremonies, but there will be cake and lemonade, as well as activities for children and a drop-in program in the new Makerspace. Please stop by and join the folks to celebrate your part in making this Library a cornerstone of the community.





Back to School "MODIFIED" Pool Schedule

The North and South pool will operate on a modified schedule once Boulder Valley School District resumes classes on August 18, 2016.
Reduced hours will begin August 18, 2016 and run through September 5, 2016.

North Pool Open Swim Hours
(Sunday morning adult lap swimming will be suspended):
Monday - Friday 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10:30 am to 8:00 pm

South Pool Open Swim Hours
(Weekday morning adult lap swim will be suspended):
Monday - Friday 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10:30 am to 8:00 pm

*Modified Pool hours subject to change due to staff availability





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.




Interior room in the Superior Historical Museum.

HISTORICAL COMMISSION CORNER

We hope many of you saw Superior's newly painted 1942 fire truck in the Fourth of July Parade. It was also on display in the parking lot during the pancake breakfast. We are quite proud of the work done on the old truck by the Mile High Classics craftsmen at their shop in Denver. Thanks go out to the Board of Trustees, Town Manager and Town staff on their support for getting the truck restored. Staff members Bryan Meyer and Patrick Hammer really carried the ball on this project. Look for it at future Town events.

The Superior Historical Museum will be open twice in August as part of our extended summer openings. It will be open August 6th and 20th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Museum volunteers have changed some of the displays and added new ones. Please drop in and see what we have to show you about Superior's fascinating past. It is located in Asti Park at 2nd and Maple Streets in Original Superior. Look for our new large brown sign on the Maple Street/Marshall Road side of the building designating it as the Historical Museum.

If you have any questions regarding the Historical Commission or Historical Museum, feel free to call Bryan Meyer (Town of Superior Staff) at 303-499-3750 or Larry Dorsey (Historical Commission Chair) at 303-499-1969 or visit the Town of Superior website.
AT THE FIREHOUSE

August marks the end of summer for school age children and brings prime camping weather with its warm nights. Boulder County's fire season has been active since March, starting with the fire on the south side of Rock Creek and additional fire activity in July as was experienced at the Cold Springs Fire in Nederland. For updated burn ban information in Boulder County visit http://www.bouldercounty.org/safety/fire/pages/firebans.aspx.

The grasses in the greenbelts throughout Superior have dried out and are very susceptible to fire. If you are grilling please be sure all charcoal ashes are fully extinguished and not free to blow around in the wind. Please do not dispose of lit smoking materials into anything other than an ashtray or container that can't catch on fire. If you are using a self-contained outdoor fireplace or chiminea on private property be sure it is fully extinguished before bed and do not burn if it is windy out.

If camping is on your agenda check out the burn regulations for your destination before you go. Smores are just as good when made on a small camping stove as they are over a campfire. Fore regional fire information visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/recreation/conditions/.

School will be back in session on August 18th, keep an eye out and slow down. Watch for bikes, scooters and children crossing the street at crosswalks. Take the time now to remind your children to use helmets when riding bikes and scooters, keep their head out of their phone and iPod while walking on sidewalks and use the crosswalk to cross streets. Thanks for helping keep our community safe. 

 




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.






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:




AUGUST 2016 CALENDAR

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



August 2nd
****
National Night Out, 6:00-9:00 pm
Community Park
August 2nd
****
Planning Commission Meeting,
CANCELLED
August 3rd
****
Youth Leadership Council,
6:30 pm
August 6th
****
Historical Museum Open,
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
August 8th
****
Work Session, 6:00 pm
Town Board Meeting, 7:00 pm
August 10th
****
Court-Code Violations, 9:30 am
Court-Traffic Violations, 1:30 pm
OSAC Meeting, 6:30 pm

August 11th
****
RCAC Meeting, 5:30 pm
August 16th
****
Planning Commission Meeting,
7:00 pm
August 17th
****
PROSTAC Meeting, 7:00 pm
August 19th
****
Historical Commission, 10:00 am
August 22nd
****
Work Session, 6:00 pm
Town Board Meeting, 7:00 pm


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

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