Golden Informer - June 2017

JUNE 2017

Colorful Sculpture

Lands in Golden

Buffalo Bill’s Burial The 100 Year Anniversary

INSERT INSIDE 2016 CITY OF GOLDEN

Water Quality Report

CHECK OUT the Quality of GOLDEN’S WATER

2017 Golden City Council

Marjorie Sloan Mayor

Saoirse Charis-Graves District One

Marcia Claxton Ward One

Joe Behm Mayor Pro-Tem Ward Two

Casey Brown District Two

Pamela Gould Ward Three

Laura Weinberg Ward Four

303-279-0088 E-mail: msloan @cityofgolden.net

303-709-7529 E-mail: scharisgraves @cityofgolden.net

303-621-5133 E-mail: mclaxton @cityofgolden.net

303-918-1103 E-mail: jbehm @cityofgolden.net

303-900-2003 E-mail: cbrown @cityofgolden.net

303-279-1164 E-mail: pgould @cityofgolden.net

303-241-9823 E-mail: lweinberg @cityofgolden.net

To contact the entire City Council, e-mail citycouncil@cityofgolden.net.

IN T H IS ISS U E

The Golden Informer

Cover: file photo

is produced and published monthly by the Golden City Manager’s Office and mailed as a source of news and information to all residences and businesses inside the City limits. Comments on The Informer are welcome.

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5 Golden’s July

A look back at Buffalo Bill’s Burial

4th Celebration

14 Pick Up After

Please write to: City of Golden 911 10th St., Golden, CO 80401 Attn: Karlyn Tilley

17 Celebrating Ethical Businesses

Call 303-384-8132 or e-mail ktilley@cityofgolden.net.

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Your Pet!

on S. Golden Road

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S o Close! Linking Lookout Nearly Complete

City of Golden Department Managers

Jason Slowinski City Manager

Dan Hartman Public Works

Steve Glueck Comm. & Econ.

Development

Susan Brooks City Clerk

Rod Tarullo Parks and Recreation

Bill Kilpatrick Police

John Bales Fire

Jeff Hansen Finance

Teresa Reilly Human Resources

Karlyn Tilley Communications

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HEADS UP: Important Upcoming Items CSM Public Input Meeting Join City staff for the second community planning process and public input opportunity for the Colorado School of Mines neighborhoods from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14 at the Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St. This meeting will review outcomes of the initial meeting held back in April, and further define needs of the neighborhood resulting in a report for City Council.

This City-driven process is not intended to address the arrangement of various University uses within the campus boundaries. Rather, the focus will be on the relationship of the campus as a whole to the community, and the interface of campus boundaries with nearby residential, commercial, cultural and recreational uses. City Council and staff are seeking specific input and recommendations as to how the relationship of the buildings and uses along the edges of campus can meet the University’s needs while respecting and enhancing the physical and social relationship with adjacent neighbors.

Can’t make the meeting? There is still opportunity to voice your opinion by taking the Colorado School of Mines Neighborhoods’ Survey found at www.cityofgolden.net/ CSMNeighborhoodSurvey.

Odor Hotline The City of Golden does not own or operate a wastewater plant. However, there are two wastewater plants just east of town, operated by MillerCoors. The larger plant is located north of Hwy 58 and it treats brewery wastewater. The smaller plant is south of 44th Street and treats domestic sewage from the brewery and from the City of Golden.

MillerCoors implements various techniques to try and reduce odor from those plants.

There will likely always be some foul odors associated with treating sewage and waste, but MillerCoors works hard to minimize any inconvenience to neighbors. If you are experiencing odors from MillerCoors, call the odor hotline at 303-277-2112. Please leave your name, address, phone number, date and time you experienced the odor issue. A MillerCoors representative will respond to your call.

The City Wants to Give You Money!

Do you really know your neighbors? Have you had a block party? Now is the time to apply for a Community Betterment Neighborhood Grant. Funds are available to residents for first-time neighborhood parties and improvement projects. The City will reimburse the costs up to $250 for a block party. There are some guidelines, such as all purchases must be made within city limits, and alcoholic beverages are excluded.

Here is what one of last year’s grant recipients had to say. “It was an overwhelming success!

Everyone wants to get more connected with one another and get together more than once a year… our goal was to host the first party and get others interested in ‘carrying the torch.’

We are confident that will happen… Besides giving us the ability to stay connected on a social level, this allows us to share info about safety & security, etc.”

Why wait? Step up and plan a party and get $250 on us!

If you already had, or aren’t interested in a block party, how about getting together with your neighbors and talking about what could be improved in your neighborhood? Think small projects, and read over the criteria for the Neighborhood Betterment Grant. If approved, the City will reimburse up to $750. Visit www.cityofgolden.net/NeighborhoodGrants and you will see Community Betterment Neighborhood Grants. An overview and forms are available.

For questions, contact City Clerk Susan Brooks at sbrooks@cityofgolden.net or 303-384-8014.

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elow is Golden City Council's monthly

calendar. Meetings are held on Thursdays and begin at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 911 10th St., unless otherwise noted.

June 1 No meeting

June 8 Regular business meeting

June 15 Rescheduled business meeting

June 22 No meeting

June 29 No 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.

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COUNCILOR’S MESSAGE

By Councilor

Laura Weinberg

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Golden’s Newest Task: Broadband

o you remember when high-speed access to the Internet (broadband) was considered a luxury item along the lines of paying for “premium” channels on a cable subscription? It wasn’t that long ago. These days it is a necessity for businesses, households, students and cities. However, access is only part of the equation. Quality of that highspeed Internet, both in terms of the reliability of the service and the customer support provided, is just as important.

Last year, an overwhelming majority of Golden’s voters (76 percent) passed a ballot measure to allow the City to study additional broadband service options. The City is dedicated to understanding the importance of delivering fast, high-quality broadband to residents and businesses. Additionally, Golden is committed to ensuring that everyone has access no matter where they are located within our borders. With those goals in mind, the process of discovery is underway.

Since we love task forces in Golden, and it had been a couple of years since we had one, a new Broadband Task Force was born.

It was no surprise that there were a number of highly qualified residents with industry expertise and a willingness to volunteer their time who applied. We selected seven terrific members to serve. As a City Councilor on the Task Force, I am interested in a broadband solution not just for my own personal use, but also for the opportunities for economic development in the city and the potential benefits to our local schools. And, with my background as a Systems Analyst, I know enough to be dangerous, but not enough to actually figure things out. So it has been really interesting to dive in and learn more about broadband from the other task force members.

One of the group’s tasks is to conduct a survey to gather information from residents and businesses. Whether you are happy with your service provider or not; whether you have choices between many providers or none; the task force wants to know. I encourage all residents and businesses to complete the survey to tell the City what types of services you currently use as well as what’s working for you and what’s not so that we can fully understand our community’s needs. There are a number of different ways that cities across Colorado and the country are looking at broadband, and the solutions differ based on the needs of the community. You can find the survey on the City’s website at www.cityofgolden.net/broadband.

Though we don’t know the ultimate outcome of the task force’s work, or what new broadband options will be available in Golden, I believe that broadband access is just as important as transportation to the future success of our community. So, please complete the survey and stay tuned for future updates to City Council. Let’s take our time to do this right so we have the best foundation in place to offer the best service possible in Golden.

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Celebrate July 4th the Golden Way

The tradition continues, as the Golden Lions Club hosts a community celebration in Lions Park on July 4th! The fun begins at noon with free rides for kids, face painting, live music, and a large fireworks display in the evening (weather permitting).

The celebration is a day for families, friends and neighbors to get together at the beautiful park on 10th Street to picnic or purchase food and drink and enjoy the festivities.

Raffle prizes will be given out all day long. For a dollar each or six tickets for five dollars, you get a chance to win one of about 200 prizes. Printed on the tickets are coupons for discounts and prizes at participating merchants. To buy raffle tickets, watch for Lions Club members outside King Soopers, Meyer Hardware, Windy Saddle Café, as well as other local business and at the Golden Farmer’s Market.

Proceeds from ticket sales go back into community betterment projects such as scholarships for Golden High School graduates and building the public restroom on 12th Street. For more details visit http://goldenlionsclub.org/4thofjuly.php.

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Leave the Fireworks to the Pros

t’s that time of year again when the Golden Fire Department reminds you about the fireworks no-no’s in Golden. Here’s the deal: the storage, possession, sale/giving and use of ALL fireworks is prohibited by the City of Golden Fire Code. This includes the open space areas along North and South Table Mountains, which is why the trails leading up to each mountain top will be closed on July 4th.

The State and surrounding counties may have different rules regarding fireworks, but as a home rule municipality, Golden has the authority to prohibit all fireworks regardless of what is allowed elsewhere. The loud, explosive fireworks like firecrackers, roman candles, rockets and cherry bombs are not allowed anywhere in the state. In Golden, this expands to include the smaller stuff including cones, fountains, ground spinners and sparklers.

Supervised public displays by state licensed fireworks display operators are not prohibited, as long as they have acquired the proper permits. In fact, the Golden Fire

Department encourages you to come out on July 4th to watch a spectacular fireworks show (weather permitting), sponsored by the City of Golden in conjunction with the Golden Lions Club festival.

You may wonder why the City Council voted to ban all fireworks in 2002, and in particular state permissible fireworks. First of all, 2002 was the height of a drought period in the state with numerous devastating wildfires. On average, early July is one of the driest times of the year and one of the busiest times for fire departments. If our mountain desert climate isn’t enough to convince you, remember consumer fireworks cause many fires and property loss as well as injury; even state permissible fireworks.

The Golden Fire Department wants everyone to have a fun and, more importantly, safe Independence Day. As such, we actively enforce the City of Golden fireworks ordinance in coordination with the Golden Police Department. Help protect yourself, your family and neighbors by leaving the fireworks to the professionals at one of the local public displays.

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US 6 Open! Final Steps Underway

e have reached a big milestone. Phase Three of the Linking Lookout project is complete and traffic can now flow freely on US 6 underneath 19th Street. Whew! It’s been a long time coming, but we have remained on time and under budget.

We are now in the final stages of the project, known as Phase Four. The last steps include finishing 19th Street, completing the on and off ramps, curbs and gutters, and a lot of landscaping.

As a result, there will be a few more weeks of inconvenience to drivers on 19th Street. Expect flaggers periodically moving traffic in one direction at a time, and ramp closures requiring detours for access to US 6. This will allow crews to finish the ramps and walls as well as remove asphalt that was used to accommodate the US 6 through-traffic as the lid was constructed. You can expect traffic delays from this project to be over by early August.

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WHAT ABOUT THE 6TH AVENUE TRAIL? This is one of the most frequently asked questions. For the safety of workers and trail users, the 6th Avenue Trail will be one of the last things to open. There will be equipment and work occurring throughout the site all summer. Safety is the first concern on all projects and it is too easy for a person walking or

biking behind some equipment to not be seen and inadvertently injured. We have worked hard throughout this project to insure the safety of the cyclists and pedestrians crossing US 6, which by itself was a big challenge for a short length of road. The trail work zone is nearly 3/4 of a mile which is just too much to secure as work moves around the project. We appreciate your patience and promise the end result will be worth waiting for!

Proposed Art Project for New 19th Street Lid

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olden’s Public Art Commission (PAC) was recently presented with a self-initiated proposal for a major public art project on the lid (bridge structure) on 19th Street crossing over the newly constructed US 6.

The proposed project calls for the installation of a 6-foot tall limestone Golden Eagle on each of the two columns located on the east side of the lid. The idea came from stone artist William Gee. The PAC would like public input on this project before making any decisions.

You are invited to attend an upcoming PAC meeting to voice your comments during the public comment period. PAC meetings are held at 9 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 911 10th St. If you cannot attend a meeting, you can email your comments to the PAC at PublicArt@cityofgolden.net. For more details on the proposed project, concept photos, or to view the proposal in its entirety, visit www.cityofgolden.net/PAC. The PAC has the responsibility of promoting, selecting,

Clay maquettes illustrate the basic artistic concept of the Golden Eagle proposal.

acquiring and maintaining public art as part of the City’s Art in Public Places Program. Public art creates a vibrant atmosphere that contributes to the quality and cultural identity of our community. It is inspired by a variety of goals including encouraging cultural expression and inspiring a sense of civic pride.

Overall Beautification Plan for the Lid

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he extended lid that has been constructed over US 6 now separates pedestrian and bicycle traffic from vehicle traffic on the highway. Once finished, the lid will include eye-catching landscaping and an array of other features. There will be a single-track loop and a soft surface trail. For those who want to spend a little more time in the park, you can expect picnic areas, a picnic shelter, and a sandstone seating area. During the day, you can take advantage of what will be a small amphitheater and sunning terrace.

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As stated in the article at the top of this page, the Public Art Commission is considering projects for the lid. However, one art installation has already been approved. An impressive 11-foot bronze sculpture called “Checkmate” will be moved to the new 19th Street area from its current location near Hwy 93 and Pine Ridge Road. Since acquiring the sculpture back in 2004, the plan was always to have it at the US 6 and 19th Street intersection. However, until the Linking Lookout project could be approved and built, it was put in its temporary location, which is somewhat hidden by buildings and shrubbery that have popped up around it. Watch for “Checkmate” to adorn the new lid soon!

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An Epic Golden Event—100 Years Later

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illiam Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody died on January 10, 1917 from natural causes; surrounded by family at his sister’s house in Denver. A grand state funeral followed on January 15, where his body lay in state in the rotunda of the State Capitol from about nine a.m. until noon. Cody’s body then traveled through the streets of Denver to the Denver Elks Lodge No. 17 for the funeral. After the funeral, his remains went to George Olinger’s Denver mortuary, where they remained in a vault for nearly five months while the gravesite was prepared.

On June 3, 1917, Buffalo Bill’s remains were carried to the summit of Lookout Mountain in Golden. Mourners and the curious arrived on special trains that ran from Denver to Golden. A steady stream of cars clogged the roadways into Golden and special buses shuttled people up the recently completed Lariat Trail—perhaps Colorado’s first traffic jam. The Lookout Mountain Park Funicular saw its busiest day ever.

At three in the afternoon Buffalo Bill was laid to rest in a full Masonic burial service, under the auspices of Golden City Lodge Number 1.

The front page of the Colorado Transcript reported: With solemn and impressive Masonic burial rights, the Golden lodge of Masons, in the presence of 15,000 people conferred the last honors over

One of three different photographs taken at the Lookout Mountain burial on Sunday June 3, 1917.

Golden History Museums, City of Golden Collection.

the remains of Buffalo Bill.

The casket of solid metal was lowered into a grave blasted from the eternal granite. The site was one that the old scout himself would have selected, on the lofty eminence commanding the mountains and plains he loved so well.

A poem dedicated to the sleeping scout was read by Jay J. Bryan of Golden. A farewell service followed, which was conducted by the entire body of Masons.

continues to live on, and the gravesite is one of Colorado’s most popular tourist attractions. Having seen the world, Cody wanted to end up in Golden, much to the dismay of Cody, Wyoming— the town named after him. If you have never paid your respects, now is the time. Visit www.buffalobill.org or call 303-526-0197 for information about the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave.

Find this Epic Event and dozens more in the Epic Events Timeline at As the last shovelful of earth filled www.GoldenHistory.org. the grave, a bugler sounded taps. When the final note died out, the ceremony Mark Dodge, Curator closed with an 11-gun salute by members Thank you to Byron Walker, Historian, Golden City Masonic Lodge for last of Battery B, Colorado National Guard.

Today, the legend of Buffalo Bill minute research assistance.

Golden History Museums

Astor House Museum (822 12th St.) and Golden History Center (923 10th St.) • Call ahead or check website for hours and special event details.

Clear Creek History Park (11th and Arapahoe) • Open daily sunrise to sunset. • 303-278-3557 • www.GoldenHistory.org

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IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM F. CODY Sleep, old scout, and rest On Lookout Mountain’s crest, Where the rosy morning sun E’er scarce his race begun, Will cast his early beams, Where no unquiet dreams Disturb thy peaceful rest In this, thy sovereign West.

Old Scout, thy race is run, Thy life work so well done, Though all thy fitful years Has swelled a nation’s tears; Lo, at thy grave we now In reverent silence bow; The stars and stripes, our flag, That floats from yonder crag, Gives honor to thy tomb.

Detail of postcard from an oil painting of William “Buffalo Bill” Cody by Arthur Goodman. Golden History Museums, City of Golden Collection.

And we, who yet remain, In witness of thy fame, Must bow our heads in grief, And mourn our silent chief, Whose name with Indian band Is known in every land, Honored in every clime Through endless years of time.

And ye, who from afar Follow the Western Star Of empire seeking fame, Pause when you see the name Inscribed on yonder tomb; For great was he who lies Beneath the unclouded skies, On Lookout’s mountain heights.

And this the fitting spot By nature’s forge begot; Where rocks and hills abound, And whispering pines resound The requiem o’er his bier; And thus we leave him here, Just on the western rim Of plains conquered by him.

Sweet rest, Old Scout, good bye, On Lookout’s mountain high, Where the rosy morning sun, E’er scarce his race begun, Will cast his early beams Where no unquiet dreams Disturb thy peaceful rest, On this, thy sovereign West

Photographs taken at the Lookout Mountain burial on Sunday June 3, 1917.

Golden History Museums, City of Golden Collection.

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GOLDEN COMMUNITY CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Through June 25 Cabaret Hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history in this Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way. Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. For details and tickets call 303-935-3044.

June 3 Coffee with a Councilor – South Neighborhoods Chat with your District One City Councilor at 10 a.m. at Bean Fosters, 720 Golden Ridge Rd. For details call Councilor Saoirse Charis-Graves at 303-279-7529 or scharisgraves@cityofgolden.net.

June 3 thru Oct. 7 Golden Farmer’s Market

Western-themed quilt, “The Sentinels”

by Carole Angel.

Vendors of food and other artisanal items for sale. Presented by the Golden Chamber of Commerce. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in the parking lot next to the Golden Library near 10th and Illinois streets. (No Farmer’s Market on July 29 for Buffalo Bill Days.) For details visit http://goldenchamber.org/farmers-market/ or call 303-279-3113. See p. 16 for more details.

June 18 Father’s Day June 19 thru July 28 Boot Camp Challenge Help meet your individual fitness goals in an affordable group setting. BCC is for every fitness level. You’ll get all the motivation and affordability of group exercise with the accountability & results of personal training. 5:45 to 6:45 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St. For information call 720-628-2901 or email: kim@completefitnessdenver.com.

June 20 Summer Solstice First official day of summer!

June 24, 25 and July 1,2,8 & 9 A Day Out With Thomas

A Day Out With Thomas at the Colorado Railroad Museum.

Originally held in September each year, this popular event is now in June and July.

A Day Out With Thomas is an exciting way for children and grown-ups to experience a ride aboard a train led by Thomas, plus a host of other fun events. This event sells out quickly… get your tickets fast! Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Ave. For details visit www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org or call 303-279-4591.

June 27 Golden Bicycle Cruise Last Tuesday of every month through September. Gather at 6 p.m. in the parking lot adjacent to the Golden Library. Enjoy live music, drinks and food. Ride begins at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Golden Community Commons. Theme for the June ride: King Arthur’s court/Medieval. Dressing the part is encouraged! See p. 19 for more details.

July 4 Independence Day 4th of July Festival Spend your holiday in Golden beginning at noon in Lions Park with music, food, drinks, entertainment for all ages, and a spectacular fireworks display (weather permitting). See p. 5 for details.

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The 2017 Golden Bicycle Cruise is on!

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 2017 Through July 22 Buffalo Bill: Quilting the Wild West UNDER THE WESTERN SUN is the Studio Art Quilters Association’s (SAQA) regional juried challenge featuring Western quilt art by Western artists. Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 200 Violet Street, Suite 140. For details and tickets call 303-277-0377 or visit www.rmqm.org.

Stay Green, Save Blue with a Free Sprinkler Inspection!

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Tax Workshops The City of Golden is hosting FREE Sales and Use Tax workshops taught by our professional staff of auditors and geared toward individuals who need to learn sales and use tax concepts on an in-depth level.

The workshops will be held in the Golden City Hall Conference Room, City Hall, 911 10th St. June 7, 2017................ 8:30 to 10 a.m.

July 5, 2017................. 8:30 to 10 a.m.

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• Do your part to conserve Colorado’s water!

Sign Up Today: ConservationCenter.org/sprinkler (303) 999-3824

Information is subject to change. Please use contact information to confirm the details of an event. To list a community event happening in Golden, please send your listing to: Golden City Hall, Communications Dept., 911 10th St., Golden, CO 80401, or by e-mail to ktilley@ cityofgolden.net. Listings should include the date(s), the event name and a brief description of the event, which may include cost, location and contact information. Submissions must be received by the first of the month prior to the issue you would like them posted (i.e. Feb. 1 for the March issue). Please note Jan/Feb is a combined edition so all submissions for those months will be needed by Dec. 1. Call 303-384-8121 with questions or for more information.

Although these classes are free, space is limited.

Please call 303-384-8024 for your reservation.

FREE

Building Use Tax Workshop The City of Golden is hosting a FREE Building Use Tax Workshop taught by our professional staff of auditors.

Class is geared toward individuals who need to learn about building use tax concepts on an in-depth basis.

The workshop will be held in the Golden City Hall Conference Room, City Hall, 911 10th St. Aug. 2, 2017................. 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Class is free, but space is limited.

Please call 303-384-8024 for your reservation.

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Check out the Golden Community Center’s Front Porch designed specifically for active adults.

The Front Porch offers respite and entertainment, coffee and healthy snacks. There is a full schedule of games, sports, social events, and trips. Shoot some pool, surf the internet, work on a puzzle, or just relax before you hit your next fitness class.

Celebrate Health!

Friday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m.

The first Friday of each month we offer healthy refreshments and appointments for chair massages, hand and foot reflexology for nominal fees. Celebrate Health! is held upstairs at the Front Porch of the Golden Community Center. For more information or to make an appointment for one of our services, please call 303-384-8130.

Chair Massages........................ $13 for 15 minutes Reflexology Sessions............. $13 for 15 minutes

Golden Book Club This group meets in the Front Porch the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The book list has been announced as follows:

UPCOMING TRIPS Rosemount Mansion and Museum #352800-01 Friday, June 16, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. $40 - Transportation and admission included. Bring money for lunch.

Exertion Level 3 Built in 1893, this 37-room mansion was home to the John A. and Margaret Thatcher family and named for Mrs. Thatcher’s favorite flower. It remained a family residence for 75 years. Designed by noted New York architect Henry Hudson Holly and two years under construction, the mansion was completed in 1893. Nearly all furnishings, accessories, decorative arts, paintings, custom paneling, wall and window treatments are original to the home.

June: T he Whistling Season

by Ivan Doig If you are interested in joining, please email Jan Bradbury, bobjanbradbury@comcast.net.

The Stanley Hotel - Estes Park #352900-01

Silver Sneakers at the Splash The Splash is now open!

Don’t forget that your Silver Sneakers Cards are good outside too! For more information, visit the Front Porch.

Monday, June 26, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. $35 - Includes transportation and tour. Bring money for lunch.

Exertion Level: 3/4 A historic Colorado hotel. The Stanley Hotel, known for its architecture, magnificent setting, and famous visitors, may possibly be best known today for its inspirational role in the Stephen King’s novel, “The Shining.” This Colorado hotel has been featured as one of America’s most haunted hotels and with the numerous stories from visitors and staff, The Stanley Hotel continues to “shine” today, as it did in 1909 when it first opened.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Stop by The Front Porch, upstairs at the Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St. • Call 303-384-8130.

Check out the Golden Community Center’s Recreate activity guide. • Visit www.cityofgolden.net/FrontPorch.

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Golden Community Center activities calendar DANCE ARTS Summer Session Dates: June 13 – July 28 Ballet/Tap, Ballet/Tap/Jazz, Ballet, Adult Tap, Jazz/Hip Hop, and Hip Hop; please visit rec.cityofgolden.net to register.

YOUTH & TEEN ATHLETICS Youth Volleyball Training Summer 2017 Age: 2nd through 12th grade #632200 June 6 - Aug. 4 Grades 2 - 6: Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. $70 Resident, $75 Non-resident Grades 7 - 12: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. $90 Resident, $95 Non-resident - Practice will be inside at the Tony Grampsas Gym, but may be held outside, weather permitting.

Tennis Camps All camps are for ages 6 - 16 years, Min/Max: 4/25 #632400 Monday - Thursday, 8 - 10 a.m.

(01) June 19 - 22 $89 Resident, $99 Non-resident

Tennis Programs #632500 Tuesday - Thursday May 30 - June 15 (01) Tiny Tots (Ages 4-6), 4:20 - 4:50 p.m.

(02) Youth Beginner (Ages 7-15) 4:55 - 5:45 p.m.

(03) Youth Adv. Beginner (Ages 7-15) 6:45 - 7:35 p.m. $70 Resident, $75 Non-resident

Golden Lacrosse Camps Age: 8- 17 years, Min/Max: 8/36 #632700 Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

(01) June 19 - 22 $99 Resident, $109 Non-resident

C.A.R.A. Youth Track & Field Summer 2017

(full day) $240 Resident, $245 Non-resident (04) June 26 - 30 ,9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (half day) $160 Resident, $165 Non-resident

#632300 - 01 Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9 - 10:45 a.m.

Robot Turtles, BeeBot May 29 - July 29 & Tommy Techno $80 Resident, $85 Non-resident Age: 4-7 years, Min/Max: 6/10 #455101 Monday - Thursday Skyhawks Sports Academy 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Sport Programs for Kids!

Baseball, Golf, Capture the Flag, Indoor (01) June 19 - 22 $65 Resident, $70 Non-resident Volleyball, Mini-Hawk, Soccer, Tennis Please see rec.cityofgolden.net or www.skyhawks.com/colorado to sign up. Spybots Secret Agent Age: 7-12 years, Min/Max: 6/14 #455102 Monday - Thursday, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

ADULT ATHLETICS (01) June 19-22 Golden Summer Adult Tennis $100 Resident, $105 Non-resident #631500 Tuesday - Thursday LEGO Mindstorms (EV3/NXT) May 30 – June 15 Age: 8-14 years, Min/Max: 6/14 (01) Adult Beginner to Intermediate #455103 Monday - Thursday, 4 - 6 p.m.

(Ages 16-55) 6:45 – 7:35 p.m.

(01) June 19 - 22 $70 Resident, $75 Non-resident $145 Resident, $150 Non-resident

YOUTH & TEEN ACTIVITIES Alien Invasion Workshop Age: 5 - 12 years, Min/Max: 6/16 #455202 Saturday, 9 - 11 a.m.

(02) June 24 $25 Resident, $30 Non-resident

Space Explorers: Full-day Workshop Age: 5 - 12 years, Min/Max: 6/16 #455210 Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

(02) June 16 $95 Resident, $100 Non-resident

Sailing the Solar System Camp Age: 5 - 10 years, Min/Max: 6/16 #455220 Monday - Friday NOTE: The half-day and full-day sessions take place in the same classroom.

(03) June 26 - 30, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ADULT/YOUTH SPECIALTY Medic Pediatric CPR/First Aid Age: 11 - Adult, Min/Max: 5/20 #452430 Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

(03) June 17 $65 Resident, $70 Non-resident

Babysitting Course Age: 11 - 14 years, Min/Max: 5/20 #452410 Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

(04) June 10 $65 Resident, $70 Non-resident

Home Alone with First Aid Age: 10 - 13 years, Min/Max: 5/20 #452420 Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

(02) June 16 $50 Resident, $55 Non-resident

For more information and to register, visit https://rec.cityofgolden.net.

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Social, Economic & Environmental Issues Colorado Bike to Work Day is June 28

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eave your keys at home and don’t spend a cent to fill up the gas tank. Wednesday, June 28 is Colorado Bike to Work Day and local residents are encouraged to bike or walk to work.

The City of Golden is supporting the statewide event by rewarding residents who choose to use bicycling or walking to travel to their workplace. Visit the City of Golden Bike to Work Day station at 10th & Washington in front of the Visitor’s Center from 6:30 to 9 a.m. to enjoy food, refreshments and giveaways.

Don’t have a bike? Reserve one through the Golden Bike Library by visiting www.goldenbikelibrary.com.

For information on additional Bike to Work stations, events, group rides and routes, visit www.biketoworkday.us/.

KEEP COOL THIS SUMMER WITH XCEL ENERGY COOLING REBATES Keep cool while keeping money in your pocket this summer. Xcel Energy offers substantial rebates on evaporative coolers, ductless mini-split heat pumps, and high efficiency central air conditioners to help offset the cost of purchase to its residential electric customers.

• Evaporative coolers use up to 75 percent less energy than traditional air conditioners. Rebates range from $200 to $1,200. Often called “swamp” coolers, evaporative coolers are often installed on rooftops.

• Ductless mini-split heat pumps are a newer technology that often cool and heat an area that is hard to reach with traditional ducts, or may be ideal for a new addition. The rebate from Xcel Energy is $200.

• Central air conditioners (or air source heat pumps) About 60 percent of AC’s are oversized, causing systems to start up and shut down often, and use more energy than if a system is right-sized.

New systems have rebates ranging from $100 to $1,150. Learn more and get started at www.xcelenergy.com/homerebates.

Golden Sustainability Award Winners Congratulations to the 2017 City of Golden Sustainability Award winners! This year, City Council presented awards to three outstanding groups: The Golden High School Environment Club, David Wann, and the Colorado Environmental Film Festival.

The Golden High School Environmental Club worked hard on many sustainability projects including a new compost program, the inaugural 2017 Earth Day Fest on April 22 and a freshman class presentation about sustainability.

Thanks to hardworking students like Emmy Adams (in photo) and supportive GHS staff like Mike Mendoza, the GHS Environment Club has been making significant progress toward a sustainable high school and community.

Golden resident David Wann is a nationally and internationally-recognized author of several publications, filmmaker, and speaker on the topic of sustainable lifestyles and designs. Simple Prosperity is a sequel to the best-selling book he coauthored, Affluenza, which is now in nine languages.

A third book in the “trilogy” about creating a more sensible way of life is The New Normal, which was just published by St. Martin’s press.

The Colorado Environmental Film Festival strives to highlight inspiring and educational films that help motivate people and leave them with a feeling that they can be a part of the solution to environmental problems.

This year’s festival modeled sustainability in all areas of the event, including a zero waste goal, encouraging the use of public transportation and carpooling, and supporting local, organic, and fair trade producers.

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National Health & Fitness Expert Moves to Golden

ou may not be familiar with the name Shellie Pfohl, but you likely know her work. For seven years, she was the Executive Director of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. Appointed by President Barack Obama in 2010, Pfohl played a significant role in advancing First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! initiative to end childhood obesity within a generation. In addition, she directed the Council’s programs to engage, educate and empower all Americans to live a healthy, active lifestyle.

At the end of her term, Shellie had a few job opportunities. Ultimately she had to pick between New York City and Colorado. “It was a nobrainer,” she said. “Colorado better suited me and the opportunity to have a good quality of life.” Shellie moved from North Carolina. “Coming from one of the least healthy states to one of the most healthy was very attractive to me. After visiting a friend in Golden, I knew it had to be home.”

Shellie is now the CEO for the U.S. Center for SafeSport, the first national nonprofit dedicated to preserving the safety and well-being of athletes.

For those of us who live in Golden, it seems a natural fit for someone so focused on healthy lifestyles to move here. One of the main goals of the City’s Golden Vision 2030 plan is to provide a community which is walkable, bikeable, and makes the connection to our natural environment accessible Since moving to the Golden area, Shellie and her partner to all. Welcome home, Shellie. often visit the Clear Creek Trail to walk their dogs.

Farmers Market Opens for the Season

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he Golden Farmers Market, presented by the Golden Chamber and sponsored by Centura Health, serves the Golden community and economy by offering local produce, prepared foods, and items for the home and garden as well as educational experiences, promotional opportunities and social gathering space. The Market is located in the parking lot just west of the Golden Library near the corner of 10th and Illinois Streets.

The Market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday beginning June 3 through Oct. 7 (excluding Saturday, July 29 for Buffalo Bill Days). For more details, visit www.GoldenChamber.org.

The Golden Farmers Market accepts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, previously known as food stamps. SNAP Incentive Programs such as Double Up Colorado, create opportunities to make food affordable, build community, expand awareness of community diversity, and healthier living. Double Up Colorado gives SNAP recipients the opportunity to

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have their purchase matched with a voucher worth up to $20 per visit to put toward the purchase of Coloradogrown fruits and vegetables. For more information, visit www.doubleupcolorado.org.

Honoring Ethical Businesses

Above: Kim Brock, chairperson for Golden Schools Foundation, holds the plaque with six other members of the GSF board. Right: Dr. Julie and Patrick Prutsman accept the award for Sound Relief Hearing Center.

FOR-PROFIT – SOUND RELIEF he Rotary Club of Golden proudly entirely of community members. They HEARING CENTER, LLC

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presents the 2017 Ethics in Business Award winners. Now in its 12th year, this has become a prestigious award to receive amongst businesses and nonprofits in the Golden area. Nominations for the awards were submitted by members of the community. Students in the Ethics class at the Colorado School of Mines review the nominees and select the winners. There are two winners, one forprofit and one not-for-profit business.

NOT-FOR-PROFIT – GOLDEN SCHOOLS FOUNDATION Founded in 2010, Golden Schools Foundation (GSF) is a 100 percent volunteer-run organization made up

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work to raise funds and equitably distribute those funds back to the eight articulation schools in the Golden area.

The Board of Directors is made up of a representative from each school, ranging from parents and community members to retired teachers and business professionals. From GSF: “As budget cuts to education continue to take place at the state and district levels, it is our social responsibility to ensure our Golden students are not denied a thorough educational experience. When we work together as a community, we can identify gaps and promote improvements in student achievement and teaching excellence with new approaches.”

The philosophy of Sound Relief Hearing Center has always been “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

The Center provides hope to people who have been seriously impacted by the potentially debilitating effects of tinnitus, hearing loss, and/or hyper-sensitivity to sound. Each patient is treated like family.

Employees have substantial medical and retirement plans as well as the best compensation plans in the industry. They believe that if they take care of their people, their people will take care of the patients. A faith-based company, the hearing Center donates 10 percent of all earnings to churches, church missions and other charitable organizations.

KIDS’ BIKE RODEO

et a safe start to summer! The City of Golden is partnering with Bicycle Colorado for a Kids’ Bike Rodeo. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 4 at the Coors Tek parking lot on the corner of 10th and Jackson Streets (across the street from Parfet Park). The event is completely free.

Children do not need to bring bikes, but should bring helmets if they have them. Bicycle Colorado will assist with proper helmet fitting for children. This is a great opportunity for children to learn safety techniques. Bike rodeos are recommended for children ages 4 to 13. Bicycles and striders will be provided. Children can come anytime and go through the course as many times as they like!

For more information, contact Nick Eagleson at 303-384-8096 or by email at neagleson@cityofgolden.net.

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Removing Roadblocks to Healthy Eating

ome of the biggest challenges to eating healthy are affordability, availability, and ability to prepare fresh, tasty food that is good for you. Hunger Free Golden is working to address those challenges, in part through education and empowerment.

With this in mind, Hunger Free Golden created a first-of-its-kind cooking class for parents called Food Power: Culinary Skills for You. With funding from a City of Golden grant, a free four-session class was held earlier this year at Golden High School.

Partnering with the school, the Golden Backpack Program and the Together Church of Golden, Pastor Bethany Thomas and Chef Peggy Halderman worked with GHS teacher Stephanie Thomson to create the curriculum to teach some of the basics of cooking.

The course was all hands-on, teaching knife skills, different types of cooking and preparation, and even discovering what types of oils and spices would

tempt the taste buds of picky family members. “No one ever taught me how to cook,” said Jessica Estes, mother of two elementary school kids. “This taught me a lot about taste. For instance, I had never tasted avocado oil and now it is a staple in our house.” Jessica added that she is passing her knowledge on to her kids, who are now helping to prepare meals. “By engaging kids in the

cooking process, you are increasing your chances they will eat healthier foods,” said Pastor Thomas.

About two dozen people participated in either some or all of the sessions, which organizers consider a success for the inaugural class. Hunger Free Golden hopes to offer more educational opportunities like this in the future.

Rounding Up Volunteers for Buffalo Bill Days

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uffalo Bill Days (BBD) is considered the largest event held in Golden each year, and it takes a small army to pull it off. The BBD Committee is looking for volunteers to help facilitate its weekendlong celebration from July 27 to 30. Some of the highlights of the event include a parade, pancake breakfast, Cody’s Wild West reenactment, kids rides, and vendors selling crafts, merchandise and food.

There is also a car show, muttin’ bustin’, rubber duck race and a golf tournament.

BBD is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that relies on community support to make it all happen. Volunteer opportunities start now with administrationrelated work such as office support services, web page maintenance and committee chairing. There are also many day-of opportunities including contest judging, VIP host, set-up or tear down, parade marshals, information booth and support for the various activities.

For more information or to sign up, email BBD President Katherine Leith Porter at kleithporter@gmail.com.

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The Rocky Mountain Hummer has Landed

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olden’s newest and highly anticipated public art piece, Rocky Mountain Hummer, was installed at the Ulysses Street roundabout near King Soopers on April 20.

The 3,000 pound hummingbird stands about 15 feet tall on its pedestal, and is made of a patchwork of blue, green and purple sheets of steel from about 20 upcycled car hoods.

Don Kennell, a metal sculptor in Santa Fe, NM who grew up in Lakewood, was selected by the Public Art Commission (PAC) last fall to create a public art piece for this location.

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GET PUMPED FOR THE GOLDEN BIKE CRUISE

ump up your tires and grab your costumes, the Golden Bike Cruise is celebrating its first decade! For those unfamiliar with the event, the cruise takes place on the last Tuesday of the month, from May through September, and starts in the parking lot next to the Golden Library. The cruise has grown over the years and the addition of beer, food and live music have made the event a definite favorite with locals.

2017 CRUISE THEMES Sponsored by the Golden ComJune 27 munity Commons, the event starts Medieval/King Arthur, at 6 p.m. with live music from Music by Sun Time Hannah local bands, local brews from New Terrain Brewery and food provided July 25

by Bob’s Atomic Burgers. Bring Hawaiian/Jimmy Buffet, canned goods for a chance to Music by Thunder and Rain win prizes and giveaways. Each August 29 month has a theme, and at 7 p.m.

Collegiate/College Sports, the bicycle cruise departs, looping Music by Chris Thompson through parks and neighborhoods September 26 on the bike trails. For more ZOMBIES!!, details, visit www.facebook.com/ Music by Sun Time Hannah thegoldencruise.

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PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. POSTAGE PAID GOLDEN, CO PERMIT #26

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Opens May 27!

Memorial Day Weekend

10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. • 303-277-8700 With two body tube water slides, a leisure pool complete with play structure, small water slides, spray fountains, and a 500 gallon dump-bucket, Splash is the largest water park in Jefferson County and 4th largest in Colorado!

Enjoy a beach-like sand area or a gentle spray fountain play area for young children ages 1-100. Also included is a lap pool with diving board. Stay the day with our lounge chairs, picnic tables and shaded structures that surround the pool area.

Entrance Fees

• Infants under 2 are FREE • T ots 2-5 years: $4 Golden resident, $4.50 Jeffco resident, $5 Non-resident • Y outh 6-18 years: $6 Golden resident, $7 Jeffco resident, $8 Non-resident • A dults 19-59 years: $7.50 Golden resident, $8.50 Jeffco resident, $9.50 Non-resident • * Senior 60+: $5.50 Golden resident, $6.50 Jeffco resident, $7.50 Non-resident *Seniors are free when accompanied by a paying guest

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