GoldenInformer AUGUST 2020
Community Conversation:
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FUN IN THE PARK…ING LOT
2020 Golden City Council
Laura Weinberg Mayor
JJ Trout District One
Rob Reed Ward One
Paul Haseman Ward Two
Casey Brown Mayor Pro Tem District Two
Jim Dale Ward Three
Bill Fisher Ward Four
303-241-9823 E-mail: lweinberg @cityofgolden.net
720-880-5084 E-mail: jtrout @cityofgolden.net
303-431-9891 E-mail: rreed @cityofgolden.net
303-513-2310 E-mail: phaseman @cityofgolden.net
303-900-2003 E-mail: cbrown @cityofgolden.net
303-916-0810 E-mail: jdale @cityofgolden.net
303-588-3389 E-mail: bfisher @cityofgolden.net
To contact the entire City Council, e-mail citycouncil@cityofgolden.net.
IN T H IS ISS U E
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3 Just Peachy 5 Council and Police Discussion 6 Register to Vote 6 Help Plan the City’s Budget 7 Mask Requirement Info 7 Creek Access Latest 8 Input needed: US 6 & Heritage Project 9 Golden Fire Strategic Plan 9 Wildfire Preparedness 11 GCC Opens with Restrictions 11 Flood Protection
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12 D igitizing Golden Newspapers 13 J oin a Treasure Hunt! 14 N ew Twist to an Old Mines Tradition
15 M ask Poster Contest Winners
City of Golden Department Managers
Jason Slowinski City Manager
Carly Lorentz Deputy City Manager
Dan Hartman Public Works
Steve Glueck Comm. & Econ. Development
Monica Mendoza City Clerk
Rod Tarullo Parks and Recreation
Bill Kilpatrick Police
Alicia Welch Fire Chief
Jeff Hansen Finance
Teresa Reilly Human Resources
Karlyn Tilley Communications
Jiles McCoy Innovation and Technology
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Final Push for Census 2020
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Census takers are hired from local communities. They are required to wear a mask and follow public health guidelines. All census takers speak English, and many are bilingual. Census takers will also have materials on hand to help identify the household’s language. Don't wait until there's a knock at your door! You can still respond now by completing and mailing back the paper questionnaire you received, responding online at www.2020census. gov, or calling 844-330-2020. Households can also respond online or by phone in one of 13 languages and find assistance in many more.
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Easy Way to Find Volunteer Opportunities in Golden Interested in volunteering for one of Golden's nonprofits? Check out www.volunteergoldenco. org. Nonprofits and volunteers — residents, students, businesses — can easily post and Limited applications find opportunities. The new website is a one-stop, integrated community-wide volunteer recruitment tool supported by a partnership of the City of Golden, the Golden Civic Foundation, and Kim Mangle Consulting LLC. The website fulfills a longstanding community desire to facilitate volunteerism in Golden. Questions? Contact Robin at rfleischmann@cityofgolden.net or 303-384-8080.
Rotary Peach Sale The Rotary Club of Golden is selling juicy, locally grown peaches from Orchard Valley Farms & Market, located in the North Fork Valley. Go online to reserve your peaches at GoldenRotary.org/peach. The cost is $40 per box. Peach Pickup Day is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29 in the Golden High School parking lot, 710 24th St. It will be a curbside pickup so that safe distancing can be maintained. If you have further questions, email GoldenRotaryPeaches@gmail.com.
Farmers Market Going Strong The Golden Chamber of Commerce’s Farmers Market is a great way to get fresh and local products while also helping to support area farmers and growers. As a part of the food and agriculture supply chain, farmers markets are deemed essential businesses. Due to distancing guidelines, there are fewer vendors (food only), booths spaced eight feet apart, and indicators for customer spacing as well. Know you might have to wait in line to enter the market. Hand washing and hand sanitizing stations will be numerous and placed throughout the market. Face coverings are required, and the Chamber has them available for you if you forget yours. We encourage you to stay healthy and shop safely, while supporting our community of local farmers and food makers.
City Events Cancelled Due to the continuing concerns over COVID 19, the City must cancel three of our favorite events. The following events will not take place this year: Golden Police Department’s National Night Out, Golden Fire Department’s Safety and Preparedness Day, and the Golden Public Works Citizens’ Academy. However, all departments will work hard to continue finding safe ways to connect with our community and help provide important safety information.
As of this writing, Council meetings are being held virtually instead of in-person. Please check the online council calendars for the very latest meeting information at www.cityofgolden.net/agendas.
Aug. 13 Regular business meeting
Aug. 27 Regular business meeting Council’s upcoming agendas, packets and meeting minutes are available online under the City Council link at www.CityofGolden.net. Public comment is welcome on the agenda at all regular business meetings.
For resources to help during the COVID 19 crisis, visit www.HelpGoldenNow.org. August 2020 | 3
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MAYOR’S MESSAGE By Mayor
Laura Weinberg
Back to School But Not Back to Normal
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elcome August and the middle of summertime. The official midpoint of summer is Aug. 6, the date halfway between summer solstice and the fall equinox. There are still plenty of long, hot days ahead of us, but many of us will shift to thinking about fall since August is also back-to-school month. As of this writing, classes are scheduled to start throughout Golden on Aug. 24. We especially feel our identity as a college town this time of year as new and returning students and faculty arrive in Golden to attend the Colorado School of Mines. This is a year like no other and there is great uncertainty about what the school year will look like, but it is always wonderful to introduce new Orediggers to Golden. Jefferson County Public Schools students and families had to make some tough decisions about this school year and choose between full-time virtual school or in-person school. Every family makes the choice that is best for their personal situation. We can all support those choices by slowing down, being patient through long school drop-off and pick-up lines, and generally supporting learners of all ages as they embark on a new, revised school year. Golden is a welcoming city and as we greet new students and new employees to our schools; we recognize that everyone is facing a different school year with a lot of changes to procedures and health impacts to consider. There is also a heightened awareness of underlying racism and racial inequity and a desire to live up to our values as a diverse and inclusive city. We can all help newcomers learn about Golden and join our vibrant community. A cohesive community looking out for each other will help keep Golden healthy and open. It is exciting to start a new grade and perhaps a new school, meet teachers and professors, and reconnect with friends. I wish all students good luck for this school year. I would also like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all of the school administrators and teachers for your hard work and dedication. You have created new systems for teaching and operating buildings to keep students learning and keep everyone healthy and safe. You are doing this in a time when you also have to weigh the needs of your families and your health. You are an incredibly important part of this community and I appreciate and support all that you do. City Council continues to review and take actions as part of the ongoing response to the health crisis. The virus needs to be under control for businesses to remain open and for schools to welcome students into buildings this school year. By all of us continuing to do our part and following all public health guidelines, Golden will have a strong recovery and a successful 20202021 school year.
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A Conversation with Golden Police
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n July 16, City Council held a study session to discuss with the Golden Police Department (GPD) current law enforcement policies and procedures in Golden. This was in response to the nation-wide Black Lives Matter movement, and its call for police reform. Golden Police Chief Bill Kilpatrick has been with this department for more than 30 years. He says his philosophy from the start has been that “just because we are small doesn’t mean that we can’t be great.” To accomplish this mission, Chief Kilpatrick says he focuses on professionalism, accountability, transparency, and engaging the community. Being a police officer in Golden is unlike many larger cities. Here, a big focus is on community engagement. While our officers must train for any situation, they also must have the right personality, head and heart for our community. The GPD hiring process is more rigorous than most. “If there are any questions regarding judgement, decision-making, ethics, moral compass, or other concerns, we pass on them.” Kilpatrick says they are committed to safeguarding people’s constitutional rights and ensure everyone is treated with dignity and respect. “We must always use reasonable and the least amount of force necessary when taking an individual into custody… Just
as importantly, we need to STOP the application of force once an arrestee is under control.” In Chief Kilpatrick’s time with the GPD, there has only been one officerinvolved shooting and in that case, the suspect shot at officers while they were still in their vehicle. Chief Kilpatrick also discussed the high standards of the Golden Police Department, which is one of a small number of departments in the state accredited by the Commission on Law Enforcement Accreditation (CALEA). The Golden Police Department has much to be proud of but that doesn’t mean they are not open to new ideas, critical review or better practices. The department regularly reviews their policies and plans to continue to evaluate and share with the community. The Police Department’s mission is to partner with the community to solve problems and this presentation was about continuing that conversation. Chief Kilpatrick quoted (with an assist from Councilor JJ Trout) the great Maya
Angelou, “Do the best you can until you know better and when you know better, do better.” Stay tuned for future listening sessions with City Council and opportunities to learn more about the Police Department including the annual Police Citizens’ Academy. City Council recognizes that the police discussion is one aspect of a bigger conversation about systemic racism. Council is committed to continue listening, learning, and acting to encourage racial equity and anti-racism. There is a Guiding Golden web page “Striving for Racial Equity” where you can find more information about future listening sessions and provide feedback on ways the city can be more inclusive and welcoming. Visit www.GuidingGolden. com to engage in the conversation. A City Council subcommittee will be working to frame conversations for City Council to discuss at future meetings. Subscribe to the Guiding Golden page to be emailed with updates on the topic and opportunities to participate.
PAID PARKING TO RETURN Paid parking and downtown parking enforcement will soon be re-instated, as parking demands increase and students return to campus. Please look for paid parking areas to resume charging on Monday, Aug. 3. Any new information will be posted at www.cityofgolden.net and www.GuidingGolden.com/COVID19. August 2020 | 5
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Time to Check Your Voting Status
he 2020 General Election is on Tuesday, Nov. 3. This will be a mail ballot election. Jefferson County will mail out the ballots beginning on Friday, Oct. 9. You must be registered to vote! To be eligible to register to vote in this election you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old on or before Election Day, a resident of Colorado, and at your present address for 22 days prior to the election. Make sure you are registered to vote and that your address is current. Ballots are not forwarded by the U.S. Postal Service. If your Jefferson County voter registration is current and you live within the city limits of Golden, further registration is not necessary. If you are not sure if you are registered at your current residence visit www.govotecolorado.com.
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The deadline for submitting a voter registration application and still receive a ballot in the mail is Monday, Oct. 26. You can register at Jefferson County Election Department (details at www.jeffco.us/elections) or online at
www.govotecolorado.com. Contact the Golden City Clerk’s Office at clerks@cityofgolden.net or 303384-8014 or 303-384-8015 for Golden Election information or online at www.cityofgolden.net/Elections.
OPEN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN BUDGET PROCESS
n a year when life has turned upside down and the pandemic crushed profits for many, balancing budgets will be especially challenging; the City budget is no exception. You can help by joining the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC). CBAC was created by the City Manager to advise City staff on the development, implementation and evaluation of the annual City budget. Participation in CBAC is your opportunity to discuss philosophical and strategic budget issues, give feedback on the prioritization of how City tax dollars are spent, and advise our policymakers in their decision-
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making process. Many members of CBAC have gone on to make an impact in our city in a variety of ways. Three current City Councilors, JJ Trout, Jim Dale and Paul Haseman, were all members of CBAC. “My CBAC experience provided a greater understanding of City operations – from housing development to open space and budget priorities,” said Councilor Haseman. “We are a small town with great expectations and funding is always a key concern. When it comes to budgets, CBAC reviews just about everything. Getting involved with
CBAC is easy and a great way to make a difference in our hometown.” Many of CBAC’s long-standing members have recently moved on, so now it is more important than ever to get new volunteers involved. The City would like to encourage residents from every cross-section of our community to come to a meeting and see what CBAC is all about. Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month, March through October and the second Wednesday in November at 7:30 a.m. As of now, the meetings are virtual. For more information, visit www.cityofgolden.net/CBAC.
Expansion of Mask Requirements in Golden
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olden City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance during their meeting on July 9 which expands current mask requirements to include indoor and outdoor areas of the city. It went into effect on July 10. A week later, the Jefferson County Health Department also put out a mask mandate which was quickly followed by a state-wide mandate from the Governor. Golden's mandate is slightly more comprehensive than the others, so when in Golden, these are the rules. Ordinance 2140 requires face coverings for anyone working or visiting a building that’s open to the public. The order also requires masks in public areas outside, unless you can maintain six feet of separation from others. This includes streets, sidewalks, parks, trails, etc.
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EXEMPTIONS TO THE MASK ORDER INCLUDE: • Children under 3 years old • People with existing medical conditions that make mask-wearing unsafe to their health • Anyone undergoing a medical procedure (ex. dentist or doctor appointments) • When you are seated and eating or drinking • Schools (orders already in place from district, county and state) • Organized sports leagues that are already in compliance with health guidelines The full ordinance can be found at www.cityofgolden.net/media/2140FaceCoveringOrdinance.pdf. To see details on the other mandates, visit www.GuidingGolden.com/covid-19.
Creek Access a Tough Balance
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ust prior to the July 4th holiday weekend, City Council directed the City Manager put into place an administrative order closing off access points to Clear Creek from City-owned property. This was done in anticipation of large crowds over the holiday weekend, plus the crowds we saw on the weekends leading up to the holiday. City staff are currently looking at ways to restore some level of access to the creek without encouraging the large gatherings that are the subject of concern. While the creek banks are expansive, there are a limited number of places you can access the water. This inevitably leads to crowds forming in those places. “We know that Clear Creek is a loved asset in Golden and is a great resource for outdoor recreation,” said City Manager Jason Slowinski. “But we can’t afford to risk group gatherings that may compromise public health. It’s a tough balance and I will tell you there is no easy solution or answer to it. If there were, we would have it in place already.”
At the time of publication, the access points to the creek are closed but people can still be in the water should they find access points outside the city limits. However, those who choose to ignore the fences and signage in town will be subject to citations and fines. Golden Police monitor the creek as often as possible. “When you have small town resources like we do, we cannot offer officers or rangers along the creek at all times to enforce mask ordinances or creek closures,” said Slowinski. “But we are looking for ways to improve. We hear the concerns and questions from
the community and we share in those, so we want to make sure we put the right measures into place as we move forward.” In the beginning of the COVID crisis, the City launched educational campaigns, put up signs encouraging the use of masks and social distancing, handed out thousands of masks to individuals and businesses, and we were hopeful people would do the right thing. Unfortunately, many did not. “We’ve been acting in response to what we’re seeing out in the community,” said Slowinski. “Trying first for the softer approach, then getting stricter based on non-compliance. We don’t want to be in a situation where Golden, Jeffco, or even our state becomes one of the problem hotspots like we’ve seen happen in so many other places throughout the country and the world.” We are being flexible and trying to balance safety and access. So, what you see now may not be what you see even a week from now. We appreciate your patience as we navigate these murky waters (pun intended). August 2020 | 7
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Visioning for US 6 and Heritage Road
oin in on the public input process for the US 6 and Heritage Road interchange! We have been talking about creative ways to get public input and have even had Back to the Future ideas like setting up a drive-in movie screen or walk-through review and comment lanes set up on a sports field so we can have a dialog but remain distanced. While we continue to look at the ways we can best get public input we ask you all continue to watch www.GuidingGolden.com for the latest information. Our first community meeting was on July 29. The focus was completely on what outcomes the community expects from the project. We asked not for design ideas, but for the values and goals you want us to meet. For example, we heard things like pedestrian safety and reducing traffic noise. To see the give us your thoughts on outcomes or guiding principles for design. You have until Aug. 14 to participate online at results of the meeting, visit the Guiding Golden website. This is just the beginning! What do you think? Please www.GuidingGolden.com.
Here is a look at how your active participation is helping to shape the future of Golden. Visit these pages to access documents and learn more about these current projects and more. Striving for Racial Equity – While the City of Golden strives South Golden Plan – We will soon begin seeking feedback on to be a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community, we un- a new neighborhood plan update that will focus on potential derstand there is still work to do. Give us your thoughts and new development along West Colfax. We will also explore the ideas on what we’re doing right and how we can do better. redevelopment of West Colfax as a complete street. US 6 and Heritage Interchange Design – As we begin the design process for updating this busy intersection, City Sustainability Citizen Task Forces - Over the past few staff is looking for input from the public on outcomes and months, a series of sustainability task force meetings have been held, each focused on one of three sustainability goal expectations. Drive-in Movie Poll – This year, instead of our regular areas: Water, Waste, or Energy. Read their findings and give weekly August events in Parfet Park, we’re hosting two us your feedback. nights of Movies & Music in the Parking Lot. We’ve picked Golden Mobility Survey – Help us understand how the City one movie – you pick the other! is doing with efforts to provide biking, walking and transit Zoning Code Update – Take targeted surveys to help our options for the community. code update team know if they’re on the right track. COVID-19 – As we try to mitigate spread of the Coronavirus Golden Building Blocks – Help Golden better understand the elements of our city’s homes, buildings, and streets in our community while recovering our local economy, that best reflect Golden’s small-town character. Take a we’ll continue to update Guiding Golden with the most upwalk, take pictures and share with the community! to-date information available.
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Golden Fire Seeks Community Feedback OLDE N G
he Golden Fire Department (GFD) is creating our future through the strategic planning process. This planning method is our department’s process for defining our strategy so that we can accomplish specific goals and objectives. Strategic planning will be utilized for us to grow over three to four years to reach our mission of “being the best combination fire department in the country”. We consider each of you one of our stakeholders and would appreciate your assistance participating in our strategic planning process. As a stakeholder we are asking you to simply complete this short community outreach survey regarding the services that we provide. Find the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/gfd. This survey should take about five minutes to complete. We appreciate your time and input so we can continue to provide the best fire rescue services to those we serve! For more information about the GFD please call 303-384-8094.
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Wildfire Preparedness – Are You Ready?
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ecently in Jefferson County, the Elephant Butte Fire grew from five to 50 acres overnight and quickly forced the evacuation of over 1,000 homes. This is just one example of several wildfires that have threatened communities in Colorado in just the past month – and wildfire season is far from over. The Golden Fire Department (GFD) wants you to ask yourself this question: would you be ready in the event that a fire started in or around the city and you needed to leave immediately? Golden is a city with the convenience of urban life and almost instant access to wild lands. In the fire service we call this the urban/wild land interface. This area of transition presents a unique risk to those who live on the edges of Golden and a unique challenge for the GFD. Be ready for a wildfire by preparing an emergency evacuation kit. Have a safety plan that includes escape routes. Make sure everyone in your home knows the safety plan. In the event of a wildfire nearing your area, pack your car with your emergency items. Stay aware of
the latest news and information on the wildfire. Evacuating early supports your safety and allows firefighters to best maneuver resources to combat the fire. If you haven’t already, follow our city social media channels for instant updates and information that is critical to inform the public and maximize safety. Make sure you are signed up for
CodeRED instant alerts with your smart phone or tablet. The app is CodeRED in your app store and is free. For questions or information about wildfire preparation for your family, contact GFD Fire and Life Safety Technician Jonathan Priestly at 303215-8886 or jpriestly@cityofgolden.net. August 2020 | 9
Social, Economic & Environmental Issues
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Measuring Our Sustainability Progress
urious to know how much energy Golden households or businesses use in a year? Ever wondered how our waste diversion rate compares to other cities in Colorado? Last year, City Council unanimously passed a resolution to update the Community Sustainability Goals, and measuring our resource use became more important than ever. To make these metrics widely available, take a look at the data on the water, waste and energy sustainability webpages at www.cityofgolden.net/Sustainability and help us track the progress being made toward our new goals.
Slow the Flow This Summer
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he City of Golden and Resource Central offer FREE sprinkler consultations. Resource Central Technicians will run a few tests to check your sprinklers’ efficiency and diagnose any problems your system might have. At the end of your consultation, you’ll receive a customized watering schedule designed to reduce water usage and keep your lawn healthy and beautiful all summer long. Consultations last about 75 minutes and could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year. Sign up by calling 303-999-3824 or online at www.ResourceCentral.org/Sprinklers.
COMPOST RAFFLE WINNER
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SUSTAINABILITY TASK FORCES Citizen input and the Golden Sustainability Initiative is moving online! The Community Sustainability Advisory Board held a series of citizen task force meetings in person throughout early 2020 and is now shifting those meetings to an online format at www.GuidingGolden.com. Help us to continue to prioritize sustainability projects for the Golden community: energy efficient homes, expanded recycling services, community solar, water conservation, and sustainable businesses. Whether you participated in the past or want to jump in to help us refine the strategies, we invite your input. Check out the recommendations created by the task forces, add your thoughts, and join us in forum conversations regarding energy, water and waste programs in Golden.
Congratulations to Nancy Collins! A big thank you to this lucky winner of a $50 Botanical Interests gift certificate, for helping close the loop on Golden’s green waste by participating in the Organics Collection program. Subscribers to the program are eligible for green prizes throughout the year, find out more at www.cityofgolden.net/Trash.
Community Center Open with Restrictions
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he Golden Community Center opened for individual fitness opportunities on July 8. Staff and guests alike have greeted each other once again as old friends! Advanced reservations are required and there are strict capacity limits in place to ensure that everyone has plenty of room to keep a safe distance throughout their entire workout. Make your reservations at rec.cityofgolden.net.
WELCOME BACK TO THE GCC!
SOME OF THE SAFETY MEASURES THAT HAVE BEEN PUT IN PLACE INCLUDE:
FITNESS & GYM AREAS
• All staff and guests are required to wear face coverings
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• Non-contact, verbal check-in process
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• Hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the building • Staff are continuously disinfecting equipment • All equipment and high touch points including bathrooms are disinfected every hour
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Doors opened when check-in begins.
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1. Showers and changing areas are not available. 2. Minimal equipment will be provided. 3. Proper gym attire is required. 4. No spectators or guests are permitted.
Guests that have visited have commented on the attention to detail that’s been given to the new disinfection protocols. Opportunities are available for a full workout in the weight room or to play pickleball or shoot hoops in the gym. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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5. Follow facility signage.
Important Reminder on Flood Protection
loods are dangerous. Even though they appear to move slowly, floodwaters only six inches deep moving at three feet per second can knock a person off their feet. For reference, the 100-year flood on Clear Creek at Ford Street can flow as fast as 11 feet per second. Never drive through flood waters as the depth is often unknown and the water can hide potential dangers. There are numerous major drainage ways that have potential to cause flooding. It is imperative that these drainage ways remain open to allow flowing water to pass; do not dump any trash or debris in any of the storm facilities including channels, ponds, inlets, or pipes. Homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover damage from floods. However, because Golden participates in the National Flood Insurance
Program, you can purchase a separate flood insurance policy at a 15 percent discount. This insurance is backed by the Federal Government and is available to everyone, even for properties that have been flooded, and no matter where they are located. Remember that there is a 30-day waiting period before the flood policy becomes effective. Before you begin any construction (new development, additions, remodels, filling, grading, etc.) on your property, contact the City of Golden’s Engineering
Division at 303-384-8115 for specific floodplain requirements. Flood maps and flood protection references are available at the Golden Public Library. You can also visit the Engineering or Building Divisions at 1445 10th St. to see if you are in a mapped floodplain. If so, they can give you more information, such as flood zone, depth of flooding, etc. Appointments are available Tuesday - Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule, email Publicworks@ cityofgolden.net. The Engineering Division will review flood information on file and produce a FREE written Floodplain Determination for your property upon request. Engineering staff can also make a site visit. Flood protection information is posted at www.cityofgolden.net/flood and is also available at www.floodsmart. gov or www.fema.gov. August 2020 | 11
Taking Golden’s Newspapers Digital
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ssues of the Golden Transcript covering 1974-1977 are now available online through the Colorado Historic Newspaper Collection. Golden History Museum & Park, along with our partners at the Jefferson County Archive, have digitized thousands of pages of the Transcript over the past four years. So far, the Museum alone has invested $20,000 in the project. It's so great to hear from the many people who regularly use this free resource. If you've never taken a look, maybe it's time to explore for yourself! It's fun to browse and you may even get addicted to looking through old advertisements, gossip columns, or local sports scores. There's serious City business to consume, too! I regularly use it myself to support and corroborate research and identify new subject matters. The Museum is used to documenting the past, but now we're looking forward and planning for the future with hopes of digitizing other Golden papers.
OTHER PAPERS, YOU ASK? You might assume Golden was a one newspaper town with the Colorado Transcript (also known as the Transcript, Daily Transcript, and now Golden Transcript) but that's not the case. Between 1872-1990, Golden even had competing papers. What one paper didn't run, another would. According to "Colorado Newspapers: A History & Inventory, 1859-2000", over the years Golden was home to 13 different rags. Other lesser-known papers included: Western Mountaineer, Golden Eagle, Golden Globe, Jefferson County
Virginia (Miller) Weigand behind her desk inside the Jefferson County Republican offices in Golden, about 1938. She worked as the society editor until promoted to editor when her father and publisher, James Cuyler Miller, died in 1939. Golden History Museum & Park, City of Golden Collection.
Access the Colorado Historic Newspaper Collection at: www.ColoradoHistoricNewspapers.org Republican, Colorado Central, Jefferson County Graphic, People's Press, Rocky Mountain Mountaineer, Union News, Outlook, Free Press, and finally, the Golden Advertiser. I would add the Colorado School of Mines Oredigger to the list, increasing the count to 14. Unfortunately, little is known about some of these papers. Each paper had different agendas and advocated for different opinions of the day, whether on the state level or within city limits. As newspaper owners and editors changed, so did editorials and positions. For many years, George West's Democratic-leaning papers were opinion leaders for the mountain towns
wanting out from under the influence of Denver's reach. By 1872, the Golden Eagle's presses were running, giving voice to the Republicans who were the dominant political party of the day. Currently the Colorado Historic Newspaper Collection covers limited issues from these nearby Jefferson County newspapers: Colorado Transcript, Golden Weekly Globe, Jefferson County Graphic, Jefferson County Republican, Morrison Monitor, and the Colorado School of Mines Oredigger. Check it out, Golden! We’re committed to sharing content from multiple viewpoints, past and present.
- Mark Dodge, Curator
Golden History Museum & Park • 923 10th St. • 303-278-3557 Check GoldenHistory.org for hours of operation, calendar of programs, and special event details.
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Launch Espresso Food Spirits
Basic Kneads Pizza
To enter to win one of the three grand prizes, fill out the form below after collecting all 10 stickers. Submit inperson at the Golden Visitors Center (1010 Washington Avenue) or by emailing a scan or photo of this page to GoodToBeGolden@cityofgolden.info. You must be 18+ years old and have a Golden address to participate. All entries must be received by August 28, 2020.
NAME __________________________________________________ PHONE NUMBER ___________________________________________________ ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHECK BOX TO VERIFY THAT YOU ARE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. SIGNATURE OF ENTRANT ________________________________________________________ DATE ___________________________________ *Your information will not be saved and will only be used to verify residents and notify winners. Find prize details and complete rules about the Golden Nugget Treasure Hunt at www.GoodToBeGoldenCO.com/goldennugget.
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Movies and Music in the Park…ing Lot
he family favorite event that usually happens in Parfet Park every August, is moving from a park… to a parking lot! For one night in August and one in September, we are going classic drive-in style - and what better movie for the first drive-in than GREASE! Join us on Friday, Aug. 14 in the lower parking lot of the old Heritage Square property for a showing of the classic 1978 sing-along favorite starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Due to the ongoing pandemic and public health and safety orders, special COVID-19 protocols will be in place. Attendance will be strictly limited by number of vehicles, and anyone planning to attend must register online. At the event, guests will need to follow City of Golden mask and social distancing requirements when not in your vehicle. Registration for the August movie starts on Aug. 1 at www.cityofgolden.net/Movies&Music. This is a FREE event but you must register. Pre-order a pizza from Woody's with the not-so-secret code "Grease is the word" and you will receive a free bag of popcorn with your pizza to bring to the movie! You can also bring your own food, but there will not be food available at the event. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. – arrive at the southern entrance to the Heritage Square parking lot at 121 Heritage Rd. Vehicles will be placed according to size and height profile. Your vehicle will need a working radio to hear the movie. Attendance will be strictly limited to those who have registered on the website and it is first come, first served for reservations. No 'walk-ins' will be admitted. For complete details and to sign up, visit www.cityofgolden.net/Movies&Music.
VOTE FOR THE SEPTEMBER DRIVE-IN MOVIE! What should we show? a. Wizard of Oz b. Raiders of the Lost Ark c. Frozen II d. Ferris Bueller's Day Off
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Vote for your favorite by Wednesday, Aug. 12 at www.GuidingGolden. com. The winning drivein movie will show on Friday, Sept. 11.
M Climb - COVID EDITION
he Colorado School of Mines welcomes students back to campus on Aug. 24 as planned, but with physical distancing and other safety regulations in place in classrooms, laboratories and common spaces. While the school year may look different to returning students, some traditions carry on. Over 100 years ago, Mines students and faculty built a monument on the top of Lookout Mountain. The monument is the lighted “M” as we know it today. The annual “M Climb” - the day when incoming freshmen hike up to the M on Lookout Mountain, each carrying a ten-pound rock from their hometown to whitewash and add to the M – will happen over two days this year. To comply with public safety orders and create space for physical distancing, freshmen will be split between the two days and then broken into smaller groups in waves throughout those days. HEADS UP FOR DRIVERS AND RESIDENTS: Lookout Mountain Road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 21 and 22 to help the incoming freshmen safely carry on this beloved tradition.
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Congratulations to the Winners of our “Wear Your Darn Mask” Poster Contest!
Poster by: Ashley Lobato
A big thank you to all who submitted entries for our “Wear Your Darn Mask” poster contest! The Public Art Commission (PAC) reviewed all of the submissions and picked two winners. “Golden’s Public Art Commission was pleased to select two community artists as winners of the “Wear Your Darn Mask” poster contest,” said PAC Chair Kristie Brice. “Keeping everyone safe during COVID-19 is a true community effort and we’re glad that the winning posters will be displayed throughout Golden.” Congratulations to AC Dion and Ashley Lobato for their creative posters! The winners were featured in the City’s e-newsletter and social media. Additionally, businesses have access to print these posters and put them up in their stores and restaurants!
Poster by: AC Dion
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