WINDSOR MATTERS
CELEBRATING
THE 4TH
Independence Day at Boardwalk Park!
Celebrate America's 248th birthday this July 4th with the Town of Windsor's annual Boardwalk Park fireworks display. Weather permitting, this dazzling show will begin shortly after 9:15 p.m., so be sure to find your spot early and enjoy the holiday in Windsor!
In addition to fireworks, this year’s celebration includes vendors at Boardwalk Park from noon to 9:30 p.m. Live music by the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra will play prior to the fireworks display from 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., weather permitting.
Keep in mind that tents and other structures are not permitted, but feel free to bring your blankets and lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and get ready to sing along with some patriotic music. Park visitors are asked to make sure all trash is picked up prior to leaving the park.
Get up-to-date information on all the 4th of July festivities at recreationliveshere.com/July4th.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO PARK INFORMATION
BOARDWALK PARK RULES
To ensure a safe Fourth of July celebration, the public is asked to respect the following:
• Glass is not permitted in town parks.
• Charcoal grills are prohibited, as well as gas grills more than 300 square inches and tanks weighing more than 1 pound or 16 ounces.
• Tents and portable shelters are prohibited after 6 p.m.
• Pets must be on leash at all times, though it is recommended to leave them at home during the fireworks display.
• Parking on Hwy. 257 along Windsor Lake will be prohibited beginning at 7 a.m.
• After the fireworks show, the Windsor Police Department will be directing all vehicles in the area to make right turns only to assist with the flow of traffic.
• Cross railroad tracks at designated crossings.
BOATING ON WINDSOR LAKE
July 4 is a non-motorized boating day. Boaters using personal watercraft can be on the water until 8 p.m. All personal watercraft outside of the swim beach must have a current Town of Windsor permit to use the lake. Watercraft rentals on Windsor Lake will be available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
CLOSURES
The north section of the Dr. Tom Jones Trail at Windsor Lake, including the dog park, will close the evening of Wednesday, July 3 and will reopen the afternoon of Friday, July 5.
DISABILITY PARKING
Fifth Street will remain open for July 4. Turn lanes on 4th through 7th streets will close at dusk. Additional handicap parking will be available in the Boardwalk Park parking lot off Birch Street. Turn lanes at 6th and 7th will be closed at 7 a.m.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Windsor’s Fourth of July event is one of our best attended single-day events and we’re looking for enthusiastic businesses to sponsor this year’s show. Is your business interested? Learn more about becoming an event partner at https://bit.ly/3tNSHha.
Registering for Emergency Alerts
For All Windsor Residents
Through an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Windsor and Windsor Severance Fire Rescue, the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority (LETA) covers all residents inside the Windsor Severance Fire Rescue district.
Visit NOCOAlert.org to register.
Provide multiple addresses including essential locations such as home, school and workplace to receive alerts tailored to where you are most.
Customize your alerts with language and delivery preferences.
For Windsor Residents in Weld County
Residents living on the Weld County side of Windsor can also sign up to receive alerts via phone, text message or email.
Visit weld911alert.com to register.
Fill in the necessary information to receive alerts.
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Anyone can sign up to receive text notifications about Windsor news, events, traffic alerts and more.
Text a keyword 970-251-7151 to register.
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Live music by the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra will play prior to the fireworks display, weather permitting. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy live music at the Boardwalk Park Bandshell prior to the annual fireworks display!
Are there potholes, clogged storm drains, erosion, graffiti or downed street signs in or around your neighborhood? Reporting those issues to the town is easier than ever with the WindsorGov app!
Save yourself a call or email to Public Services by downloading the app and tapping Report a Concern. You’ll be prompted through a series of questions to provide more details about where and what kind of damage is being reported. windsorgov.com/InfoLink
This Fourth of July, make it a safe holiday...
FIREWORKS
As with many other communities in Colorado, personal fireworks are prohibited within the Town of Windsor. Using anything that explodes or leaves the ground is not allowed and can result in a $525 fine.
More importantly, personal fireworks pose a serious fire and safety risk. Even sparklers, which can burn anywhere from 1800°F to 3000°F—which is hot enough to melt gold—are dangerous, especially to children. While most people love fireworks, Windsor Police and Windsor Severance Fire Rescue ask that you leave them to the professionals.
