Golden Informer - March 2018

GoldenInformer MARCH 2018

HONORING GOLDEN’S BEST The City’s Emergency Responders

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2018 Golden City Council

Marjorie Sloan Mayor

Saoirse Charis-Graves District One

Rob Reed Ward One

Paul Haseman Ward Two

Casey Brown District Two

Jim Dale Ward Three

Laura Weinberg Ward Four

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

303-709-7529 E-mail: scharisgraves @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

303-241-9823 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 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.

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

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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

Jiles McCoy Innovation and Technology

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HEADS UP: Important Upcoming Items Phone Number Correction In the January/February edition of the Golden Informer, we had an article about the consolidation of our police and fire dispatch centers. Regretfully, we put an incorrect phone number in the article. The correct phone number for Golden Police non-emergency is 303-384-8045. This non-emergency number will take you to a phone tree where you can choose which division of the Golden Police you wish to reach.

Dispatchers from all over Jefferson County are in the process of moving to the new JeffCom consolidated center in Lakewood that covers all of Jefferson County. The only change you will notice when you call 9-1-1 is that you will hear “JeffCom Dispatch” rather than “Golden Dispatch.” You can expect the same, if not better, service with these added resources.

Golden Investment Forum Open House The Golden Investment Forum Task Force is hosting an open house community meeting from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14 in City Council Chambers, 911 10th St. The Task Force will present information on currently unfunded capital investment projects suggested by adopted community plans, and solicit input about priorities. For more information, visit GuidingGolden.com and click on the Golden Investment Forum project page.

Apply by March 14 for Boards and Commissions Golden City Council is recruiting applicants to fill expiring appointments to: Community Sustainability Advisory Board; Downtown Development Authority; Golden Urban Renewal Authority; Historic Preservation Board; Parks, Recreation & Museums Advisory Board; Planning Commission and one appointment to Visit Golden, representing a merchant, business or attraction, or with demonstrated marketing expertise.

If you are interested in applying, complete the application found at www.cityofgolden.net/ ServeYourCity. Fill out the application and click to submit online. The deadline is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14. SAVE THE DATE for interviews which are scheduled to be held by City Council in the evening on Thursday, April 5. Questions? Call the City Clerk’s Office at 303-3848014, 303-384-8015 or clerks@cityofgolden.net.

Annual City Tree Sale The City of Golden’s annual tree sale runs from March 1 through April 15 or until we run out of trees.

Sponsored by the Golden Parks and Recreation Department, this is your opportunity to get trees that are known to adapt and thrive in our area.

Quantities are limited and customers may order no more than three trees. Purchase yours at the Golden Community Center until April 15 or while supplies last. Proof of residency is required. For details on trees and prices, visit www.cityofgolden. net/TreeSale. Questions? Call the Forestry Office Redbud Tree at 303-384-8141.

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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.

March 8 Regular business meeting

March 22 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.

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE

By Mayor

Marjorie Sloan

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Stories of Our City: Clear Creek Chronicles

olden is the kind of town that invites you to settle back and share stories with your neighbors. Lately, I’ve heard charming stories of experiences along the Clear Creek Corridor. We all know that the creek and pathways are year-round attractions because they are so beautiful in every season. The creek flows past soft spring greens, the vibrant colors of high summer, and intense fall foliage. In the winter, its icy surface serves as a backdrop for the winter landscape and holiday lights. Depending on the season, it can be a perfect place to walk, jog, cycle, kayak, or tube. Youngsters find joy in feeding chickens at the History Park, climbing on statues, splashing in the water, and chasing siblings.

It is also the scene of some quieter, but very heartwarming interactions. For instance, I have learned that mental-health professionals routinely conduct sessions with clients while walking along the creek. Surrounded by nature and breathing fresh air, clients feel free to confide their life situations and struggles. And, whether troubled people are with a professional, accompanied by friends, or walking solo, both their mental and physical health improves. In other words, Golden’s Clear Creek amenities help us all move forward — literally and figuratively.

Moreover, the Clear Creek corridor serves as the romantic site of numerous proposals and weddings. I’m pretty sure that proposals were accepted on our park benches, pedestrian bridges, and natural rock seating. One couple related their memories of the rainy September day when, surrounded by fall foliage and friends, they married in the hay barn at the History Park.

Many residents and visitors recount winter walks brightened with the magical holiday lighting designed and installed by talented Golden employees. A favorite story describes a family’s excursion with their wheelchair-bound nonagenarian grandmother.

After dinner in a downtown restaurant, they wrapped her warmly, placed a cellphone playing Christmas songs in her lap, and wheeled her along the mostly flat pathway. She was entranced at the opportunity to be in the outdoors, with her family, and so near the lighting displays.

Though the picture-perfect setting is always available to us, special occasions highlight the extraordinary nature of the Clear Creek Corridor. Amateur and professional photographers snap away almost every hour of every day. An internet search reveals page after page of images memorializing happy visits to Clear Creek — by the pathway; immersed in the water; next to the Clear Creek History Park buildings; riding a tube; or just taking in the water, blue sky, clouds, and human activity. I myself have witnessed photographers taking pictures for senior yearbooks, engagement announcements, weddings, family reunions, and holiday cards. These photos preserve cherished times — and memorialize this exceptional place in the heart of Golden.

Clear Creek Chronicles should be preserved in family traditions and Golden history. It is my hope that our town will launch an effort to elicit, collect, and share the many warm stories rooted in our Clear Creek experiences. The stories in this column are anonymous, but I hope people will identify themselves as they come forward with their own adventures. In the meantime, I hope to see you along the Clear Creek pathways.

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(L to R) 2018 Golden City Council: Saoirse Charis-Graves, Rob Reed, Jim Dale, Marjorie Sloan, Casey Brown, Laura Weinberg, and Paul Haseman.

2018 Council Officially Seated

Above: On January 11, four Councilmembers took the oath of office, dedicating themselves to serve the Golden community for the next four years. Ward Four Councilor Laura Weinberg returns for a second term. Joining her on the dais, we welcome Ward One Councilor Rob Reed, Ward Two Councilor Paul Haseman and Ward Three Councilor Jim Dale.

Left: Public Works Director Dan Hartman presented the outgoing Council members with personalized street signs, one of several city employees who sent them off with gifts of appreciation. We thank Marcia Claxton, Joe Behm and Pamela Gould for their service.

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Councilor in Your Kitchen!

overnment doesn’t get much more local than this!

Casey Brown, City Councilor for District Two and Mayor Pro-Tem, is one of several representatives on council that hosts “Coffee With A Councilor” get-togethers. These are informal, usually held in a coffee shop, and a great way to hear what issues are coming before City Council, or express your thoughts and concerns about what is going on in the City.

Councilor Brown experimented with several variations of the gathering, including “Craft Beer with a Councilor,” “Cocktails with a Councilor,” and now he wants to bring the community gathering right to your home! In 2018, Councilor Brown will host a monthly “Councilor in Your Kitchen.” He is looking for volunteers to host him – if you provide the home, he will provide the coffee. Invite your neighbors over for an hour of conversation with your representative; it is

The first “Councilor in Your Kitchen” was held at Councilor Brown’s home and attended by several residents.

no doubt the most convenient way for you to bend the ear of your local government officials.

If you’re interested in hosting a future “Councilor in Your Kitchen” at your home, please call Casey at 303-900-2003 or email: CBrown@cityofgolden.net. All are welcome!

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West Connect Predictions for Traffic in 2040 BREAKING IT DOWN: TRAFFIC VOLUME STUDY

US 6 north US 6 & of downtown Heritage Rd.

C470 south of Golden

Current Traffic................................... 39,200....................26,200.................... 90,000 2040 Forecast................................... 50,800....................48,200.................... 147,000 (with Jefferson Pkwy) 2040 Forecast................................... 49,900....................46,700.................... 146,600 (without Jefferson Pkwy)

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est Connect is a coalition studying long-term transportation needs for the west side of the metro region. The coalition began a Planning Environmental Linkage (PEL) study in January of 2016, and the study is now nearing completion.

The study, mostly funded by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), looked at traffic and conditions along the C-470, US 6 and SH 93 corridors, from Kipling Street (Jefferson County) into Boulder. The study measured current traffic volumes, accidents and delays, and then modeled conditions expected in 2040.

The 2040 predictions were made on two factors – one set of numbers assuming the Jefferson Parkway (the proposed toll road north of Golden) is built and the other set of numbers assuming it is not. The PEL did not study the need or viability of the proposed toll road, just the effects it might have on surrounding roads.

Interestingly, the Jefferson Parkway is predicted to have only a minor effect on SH 93 and US 6 in Golden. Modeling shows a 2040 traffic increase on US 6 of 2% and an increase on SH 93 of 6% if the parkway is completed compared to the alternative. Those predictions fall in line with Golden’s thoughts that the toll road would not attract many drivers nor would it be heavily used.

On a separate note, there are very interesting predictions and a dramatic change in traffic volumes north of I-70, as opposed to south of I-70, in the western region. As you can see from the diagrams, projected traffic volumes south of I-70

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on C-470 are 146,600 vehicles a day as opposed to north of I-70 where volumes drop to 46,600 vehicles per day. That’s a difference of approximately 100,000 vehicles on that stretch of highway. This may ease the fears of many who are worried about the potential need for anything more than four lanes on US 6 through Golden, and is consistent with City modeling used to develop the Golden Plan. In fact, the PEL did not study or look for alternatives to the Golden Plan because of its extensive public process, review, and a defined Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between CDOT and the City of Golden.

The study will now review the relative transportation and community benefit of each alternative and make recommendations on what projects have the greatest benefits to the corridor. For Golden specifically, there will be review of some specific components such as completing a grade separation at US 6 and Heritage Road; increasing SH 93 to four lanes and moving it to the new alignment; adding grade separations at Iowa and Golden Gate Canyon as well as at Washington Avenue.

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Short-Term Rentals in Golden

s the idea of short-term rental regulations is under review by Golden staff and City Council, there have been some rumors and misinformation floating around. Let’s clear things up. In January, City Council directed staff to begin working with the City Attorney to draft an ordinance that would update criteria and requirements for short-term rentals. The ordinance will then be presented to Planning Commission and Council to review and discuss.

There are approximately 150 rental companies linking renters to properties on a short-term basis. The most wellknown sites include Airbnb and VRBO. For those who travel, you may have utilized these services as an alternative to traditional hotel rooms. On the flip side, many Golden homeowners are also interested in renting space to travelers through these popular sites.

The Golden Municipal Code currently allows some residential property owners to apply for a Special Use Permit for a “Tourist Home” to rent out a portion of their home for less than 30-day periods.

This permit mostly applies to those with R3 residential zoning, Golden’s higher density neighborhoods, but allows those with R-2 and R-1 residential zoning along major arterials to apply for a permit as well.

The current proposal under discussion is to allow short-term rentals in all residential and commercially zoned areas, but with specific regulations in place to protect neighborhoods and collect taxes and license fees. What follows are the additional regulations under consideration for short-term rentals in Golden: • Should align with the sales and use tax code and be defined in the Golden Municipal Code as “Short-Term Rentals”.

• Short-term rental licenses should

be subject to a two-year renewal requirement. The fee for a two-year license would be $200.

• All residentially zoned districts would allow short-term rentals with the following limitations: - The property must be the primary residence for the property owner.

- The property owner must live there at least 10 months per year; this allows for limited short-term whole house rentals.

- No more than four unrelated people may live in a single-housing unit.

• All short-term rentals would need a sales and use tax license, a life safety affidavit, and proof of liability insurance.

• Additional parking requirements may be required.

• A lodging tax, if implemented in Golden, could include short-term rentals.

• The condition of the property to be assessed by staff including review of any past code violations, and possibly subject to a possible inspection.

• Enforcement - Short-term rentals would be required to display a rental license number on all ads and on the property for tracking purposes.

- Citations would escalate for noncompliance.

- City Manager would have authority to revoke a short-term rental license as a result of non-compliance.

• As of now, there are nine permitted “Tourist Homes” in Golden. City Council could choose to “grandfather in” these properties, but they may still be subject to new regulations.

• If a home is sold, the short-term rental license would not transfer and new owners would have to re-apply for a license and meet all regulatory requirements.

What are your thoughts on short-term rentals? The City values your opinion, and now there is a way for you to quickly and easily give us your thoughts. Visit www.GuidingGolden.com for details, take our short survey, and leave your opinion. This article is a summary of the considerations, but there is much more information on the website to ensure you have the latest and most accurate information.

GuidingGolden.com

Here’s Your OPPORTUNITY to Tell Us What You Think!

Tell us what you love... and what needs work in our community.

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Honoring Our Men and Women in Blue

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aw Enforcement in Colorado is still reeling from three very recent line of duty deaths. It is a reminder to everyone who puts on the uniform that life is a gift that can be taken away at any moment. Yet every day, the uniform goes on and our communities are better for it. Golden can take comfort in knowing its police force is made up of an amazing group of men and women who are committed to serve and protect.

In early February, Golden Police Chief Bill Kilpatrick honored his staff for their exceptional work in 2017. Over the course of the year, lives were saved, people were rescued from dangerous situations, crimes were thoroughly investigated, and people were brought to justice. Golden’s officers also spent a great deal of time connecting with the community and working alongside residents to make positive change.

Golden had its share of high profile cases in 2017. We had heroic citizens who helped to save a driver whose car nearly went off a highway ramp. Our officers saved the lives of at least four people; investigators worked hard to build solid

Chief Bill Kilpatrick congratulates Records Manager Alissa Darrow for earning the Golden Police Department’s Employee of the Year.

cases against two murder suspects as well as a family member charged with a severe case of elder abuse; officers proactively promoted community education campaigns; and the team ensured everyone was safe during the dozens of special events held in the city. This is just a small representation of their exceptional work. Here is a list of the 2017 Police Department Award recipients.

A TEARFUL GOODBYE TO GOLDEN DISPATCHERS

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or the past 45 years, when Golden residents called 911, they reached a dispatcher who was sitting in a small, dark room at Police headquarters inside Golden City Hall. In February, that came to an end when Golden’s dispatch consolidated with surrounding agencies to form JeffCom. All but one of Golden’s dispatchers made the move to the new facility, located in Lakewood.

Residents won’t notice much of a change, other than when you call 911 now, you will hear “JeffCom 911” instead of “Golden 911.”

Service should be better than ever as a result of the consolidation. However, Golden’s Dispatchers will be greatly missed by the Chief Bill Kilpatrick (2nd from R) honors dispatchers at the GPD awards banquet. (L to R) Joey Golden Police Department. As one employee Samuels, Heather Edinger, Cherise Valdez, Kellie Vaughan, Bess Joyce, Chief Kilpatrick and Kathy Cline. Not pictured are dispatchers Tara Williams and Jenny Lepro. eloquently wrote:

“In between the Thin Red Line and the Thin Blue Line lies the Thinnest Gold Line. This Gold Line represents those who rarely are seen but mostly heard. The calm voice in the dark night. God found some of the strongest people and made them a family. Our dispatchers will always be the glue that holds us together and a huge part of the Golden PD family.”

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 2017 GOLDEN POLICE AWARD RECIPIENTS  EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Alissa Darrow – Records Manager

Det. Tom Fanta – Greenwood Village Police Dept.

LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARD Sgt. Marcus Williams

CHIEF’S STARS Sgt. Doug Allen Criminalist Kali Aulston Det. Ryan Beale Criminalist Amanda Cordova Off. Nicco Fanelli-Poole Det. CJ Kloberdance Cpl. Adam Lanning Det. Melissa Manzanares Det. Gretchen Schroeder

DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN MEDALS Raul Gutierrez Kevin Hooper PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AWARDS Off. Frank Barr Off. Jenny Lepro Cpl. Steve Guess

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Cpl. John Bulman Dispatcher Tara Williams Dispatcher Joey Samuels Dispatcher Kellie Vaughan LIFE SAVING AWARDS Sgt. Mark Donohue Off. Shawn Henslee Off. Justin Garcia Off. Jodene Fowler CERTIFICATE OF COMMENDATION Sgt. Austin Beck Off. Trevor Novak

Movin’ On Up

he Golden Police Department recently swore in two new police captains, neither of whom are strangers to Golden. For the first time in 30 years, a captain’s position was filled by an internal candidate. Capt. Ryan Custer began his career as a Reserve Officer for Golden in 1997. By April of 2007, he made his way up the ladder to the Sergeant position. Then in 2017, he was officially hired as a Captain, which is the highest level position under the Police Chief.

Capt. Custer chose to stay with Golden because he feels that this is home. “In other cities, many police officers go to work every day with a distrust of their community,” said Capt.

Custer. “That is not the case in Golden.

We trust those we serve, and they in turn trust us, which makes our jobs so much easier knowing our community supports us.” Capt. Custer will oversee the Support Services Division, which consists of Criminal Investigations, and Traffic and Code Enforcement.

The other Captain is returning to Golden, where he began his career in 1990. Capt. Mike Hendershot was

(L to R) New Golden Police Captains Mike Hendershot and Ryan Custer, alongside 5-year veteran Austin Beck, who was promoted to Police Sergeant at the same swearing in ceremony in January.

21-years old when he first joined the Golden Police Department. Since then he has worked for Westminster and Wheat Ridge, but is now coming back to where it all began. “For me, Golden is a very special place,” said Capt.

Hendershot. “It’s more than just coming back to my roots, it’s a chance to reconnect with an amazing community.

I don’t regret the journey I’ve been on but I’m glad to be coming home.” Capt.

Hendershot will lead the Patrol Division of the Police Department.

Capt. Mike Hendershot when he was first hired by Golden Police in 1990.

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

Through April 1 Jeffco School Exhibition For the 5th year in a row, Foothills Art Center partners with art instructors from Jefferson County School District to present The Power of Process: A Jeffco School Exhibition. District teachers have the opportunity to submit work from two exemplary K-12 students. Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St. For information on hours and tickets, visit www.foothillsartcenter.org or call 303-279-3922.

Through April 22 Members’ Show Foothills Art Center hosts its yearly exhibition featuring the diverse artistic talents and techniques of artist members. Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St. For information on hours and tickets, visit www.foothillsartcenter.org or call 303-279-3922.

Members’ Show through April 22.

Through May 26 Quilt Museum Exhibit Check out the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum’s exhibit geared toward men called “Boys Just Wanna Have Fun Too.” Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 200 Violet Street, Suite 140. For ticket information call 303-277-0377 or visit www.rmqm.org.

March 5 Masonic St. Patrick’s Celebration All are welcome to Masonic Family Night at Golden City Lodge No. 1, 400 10th St. Dinner at 6 p.m. followed by a performance by dancers and pipers at 7 p.m. RSVP needed for the dinner by March 3. Call 309-472-0288. $10 donation for dinner.

Entertainment is free.

March 11 Daylight Saving Time

“Boys Just Wanna Have Fun Too” Quilt by Leo Ransom, Majestic.

Be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour and change the batteries in all of your smoke and CO detectors.

March 19 St. Patrick’s Day March 20 First Day of Spring March 23 through April 29 Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps A comedy thriller, this play is packed with nonstop laughs and over 150 eccentric characters (played by four actors). Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. For tickets and show times call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley.com.

April 6 & 7 The Addams Family Musical The Mines Little Theatre from Colorado School of Mines presents its spring musical, The Adams Family Musical in April. The first two performances at the beginning of April and two more toward the end of the month. 7 p.m. at the Foss Auditorium in the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St. Tickets are $10. Check out the group’s Facebook page for more info: www.facebook.com/MinesLittleTheatre/.

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The Addams Family Musical on April 6 & 7.

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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 women of Linking Lookout: (L to R) Abigail Sanocki, ERO; Jana Spiker, CDOT; Anne Beierle, City of Golden; Denise Larson, ERO; Sara Aupperle, Kraemer North America; Nancy Lambertson, Muller Engineering; Michelle Morgan, Muller Engineering; Nicole Bauman, ERO.

HONORING GOLDEN’S WOMEN IN TRANSPORTATION

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he City of Golden’s Linking Lookout project recently won an impressive transportation award, specifically calling out the women who were major contributors to the project. The Colorado chapter of WTS International honored Linking Lookout with Innovative Transportation Solution of the Year at its 2018 awards ceremony held in Denver in January. Goldenites are very familiar with the project, which came to a successful completion in the fall of 2017 and reconfigured the 6th Avenue and 19th Street intersection to increase traffic flow, bicycle and pedestrian safety.

WTS, which stands for Women’s Transportation Seminar, is an organization that is dedicated to advancing the transportation industry and the women who represent a growing part of it. WTS works to attract and mentor young women who are choosing careers in transportation and related engineering fields, and recognizes the professional contributions of women working in the industry. Linking Lookout was celebrated as an exemplary project that achieved major and competing transportation goals using community involvement and innovative quality design. The award specifically noted the contribution of the many talented women who held key leadership roles, including Golden Deputy Public Works Director Anne Beierle, Nancy Lamberston of Muller Engineering, and Project Manager Sarah Aupperle of Kraemer North America. Congratulations to all the many talented men and women who worked to see the project through to a successful conclusion!

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 printed in (i.e., Jan. 1 for the February issue). Call 303-384-8132 with questions or for more information.

The workshops will be held in the Golden City Hall Conference Room, City Hall, 911 10th St. March 7, 2018................ 8:30 to 10 a.m.

April 4, 2018.................. 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Although these classes are free, space is limited.

Please call 303-384-8024 for your reservation.

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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. May 2, 2018................. 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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Golden Fire Shines in Public Spotlight

he Golden Fire Department (GFD) found itself in the center of several media stories in 2017, as a result of some truly extraordinary calls for service.

In late January, the members of this mostly-volunteer department were honored for their professionalism, expertise, and determination. They showed the rest of the state, nation, and world how lucky Golden residents are to have this amazing group of men and women servicing our community.

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HERE ARE TWO INCIDENTS THAT MADE BIG HEADLINES: On Dec. 7, Golden Fire responded to a report of a 15-year old male who fell down an abandoned mine shaft on the Hogback near Rooney Road on a very cold and blustery day. Crews quickly discovered that a large amount of technical expertise, personnel, and rescue would be needed. Working alongside West Metro Fire and Alpine Rescue, the high school student was successfully rescued from the narrow, twisty shaft where he fell over 100 feet deep. Meanwhile, the rest of Golden Fire personnel had to cover the rest of the city and received eight calls for service in that time.

On April 5, a woman visiting from Germany and another climber were headed up North Table Mountain to go rock climbing, when a 1,500 pound boulder fell and trapped her underneath.

Golden Fire, Golden Police, and AMR ambulance crews formed a team to get to the victim in wet, slippery snow conditions. The woman was in critical condition and every second counted.

Mutual aid came from surrounding fire departments, Flight for Life, Mines, and Alpine rescue teams. Technical rescue equipment, air bags and other extrication equipment were hiked to the victim. After deliberate and careful tactics, she was successfully removed and put into a rope rescue uphaul to the top of the mountain, where a helicopter was waiting for her. In the end, the woman lost one leg, but otherwise has made a full recovery, thanks to the extraordinary efforts of her rescuers.

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A tremendous show of dedication, as Golden Fire Engineer Matt Finley (2nd from right) is honored for 40 years of service to the GFD. (L to R) Fire Chief John Bales, Mayor Pro Tem Casey Brown and Golden City Manager Jason Slowinski presented Finley with a special gift.

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GOLDEN FIRE AWARD WINNERS FOR 2017 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR Neville Dewitt-Pierrat

JACK HARVEY AWARD Lt. Ben Moline

RECRUIT OF THE YEAR Firefighter George Stern

UNIT CITIATIONS Firefighters Michael Blaise, Neville Dewitt-Pierrat, Brandon Dobson, Jonathan Foiles, Brent Klingeman, Joshua Kroening, Daniel Glynn, Dustin Schissler, Jacob Harris, Morgan Sellers, Tony Orlando, Patrick Wasserman, Jonathan Zoetewey, Sam Krakauer, Tony Martinez, Andrew Crawford, Kyle Diethorn, Amelia Engelmann, Rick Gonzales, Clancy Harman, Will Watts, Scott Hoffman, Christian Schmidt, Chase Williams, Marcus Staley Jr., Lt. Jason Mulari, Lt. Ryan Smith, Engineers JJ Risch & Matt Finley, Lt. Ben Moline, Lt. Jeff Hulse, Captains Jeanette Kehoe, Jeff Steinhoff, Chad Wachs, Dan Roozen & Tina Gustafson, Asst. Chief Bob Burrell, Deputy Chief Jerry Stricker, Deputy Fire Marshal Katie Quintana, and Fire Inspector Jonathan Priestly.

APPRECIATION AWARDS Firefighters Cody Kalb, Will Moorhead, Dustin Schissler, Morgan Sellers, Jonathan Zoetewey, Brandon Dobson, Blake McCarthy, Katie Sellers, and Capt. John O’Connor.

TRAINING DIVISION APPRECIATION AWARDS Firefighters Tony Orlando, Neville Dewitt-Pierrat, Jacob Harris, Will Moorhead, Penny Reed, Morgan Sellers, Joe Trujillo, Lt. Ryan Smith, Engineers Joe Anderson, Matt Finley & Joe Vogel, Fire Inspector Jonathan Priestly, Captains Joe Gross, Tina Gustafson, and Dan Roozen.

TRAINING DIVISION SERVICE AWARD Engineer JJ Risch

AWARD OF MERIT Capt. Jeff Steinhoff and Technician Kyle Raley AWARD OF HONOR Firefighters Kyle Diethorn, Neville Dewitt-Pierrat, Fire Inspector Jonathan Priestly, Lt. Ben Moline, Lt. Jeff Hulse, Captain Chad Wachs, Captain Wes Polk, Asst. Chief Aaron Giesick, Public Information Officer Karlyn Tilley, Admin. Coordinator Debbie Testroet, and Deputy Chief Jerry Stricker.

YEARS OF SERVICE TO GOLDEN FIRE 5 years – Firefighter Ryan Masica and Lt. Chase Whitaker 10 years – Engineers CJ Adkins and Jason Flickner, Firefighter Daniel Glynn, and Capt.

John O’Connor 25 years – Capt. Wes Polk and Asst.

Chief Rocco Snart 35 years – Capt. Tom Young 40 years – Engineer Matt Finley

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Golden Community Center activities calendar Lifeguarding Class

Spring Break Want to work with your friends, get paid How Does your Garden Grow! to be outside enjoying the weather, Children will explore the impressionistic and enjoy discounted food? Join the art of Claude Monet and learn about the Golden Aquatics team for a summer of father of botanical drawing Basilius Besler.

Age: 5 - 10 years, Min/Max: 6/15 teamwork, leadership skills, fun, flexible #453533 Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedules and money!

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. #123000 Monday - Thursday (01) March 26, 28, 30 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $135 Resident, $140 Non-resident (01) March 26 – 29 $175 Resident, $200 Non-Resident CREATIVE ARTS

SuperTots - SoccerTots SuperTots understands the nature of kids and has created a curriculum that utilizes their motivations to develop athletic skills and fitness through a series of fun but beneficial games.

Age: 2 years #632650 Thursdays, 9 - 9:50 a.m.

(04) March 1 - 22 Age: 3 years #632650 Thursdays, 10 - 10:50 a.m.

(05) March 1 - 22 Age: 4 - 5 years #632650 Thursdays, 11 - 11:50 a.m.

(06) March 1 - 22 Tony Grampsas Gym, 4471 Salvia St. $49 Resident, $54 Non-Resident

School-Age Summer Camp The Golden Community Center offers Summer Day Camp for ages 5 - 12 years and those turning 13 during the summer.

Submit the electronic emergency packet on or before registering online at https://rec.cityofgolden.net.

Both residents and non-residents must register online by March 11. The lottery will spin on Monday, March 12 around 9 a.m. with residents processed first, followed by non-residents and unincorporated Golden residents.

My First Abrakadoodle Art Class This class introduces new art experiences to the youngest of doodlers. The focus is on exploration!

Age: 1½ - 4 years, Min/Max: 7/12 #453510 Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

(03) March 21 – April 11 $66 Resident, $71 Non-resident

Mud Makers Together, parents and preschoolers will explore and experiment with shaping and forming, rolling and pinching as they create with clay.

Age: 3 - 6 years, Min/Max: 4/6 #453600 Tuesdays, 12:45 – 1:30 p.m.

(02) March 6 - 27

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

(03) March 24 $65 Resident, $70 Non-resident Bring a sack lunch to class.

Home Alone with First Aid This course is designed for 10-13 year olds who will be left home alone for short periods of time.

Age: 10 - 13 years, Min/Max: 5/20 #452420 Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

(05) March 17 $50 Resident, $55 Non-resident

Medic Pediatric CPR/First Aid Choose the pediatric emergency care program specifically designed for childcare providers. A great opportunity for young babysitters and parents to renew or learn the basics.

Age: 11 - Adult, Min/Max: 5/20 #452430 Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

(02) March 3 $65 Resident, $70 Non-resident

YOUTH & TEEN ACTIVITIES Sploder!

While concentrating on creativity and strategy, students will make increasingly complex games that can be shared using Clay Creations This class will give the younger the Sploder website and/or App. Age: 7-12 years, Min/Max: 6/14 generation an opportunity to experience #455109 Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. the tactile qualities of clay, learning (01) March 17 pinch, coil and slab techniques. $120 Resident, $125 Non-resident Age: 6 - 12 years, Min/Max: 4/8 #453602 Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Robotics Discovery (03) March 8 - 29 Build a bug bot, a hoop bot, a dart $50 Resident, $55 Non-resident launcher and an intruder detector. Learn to combine motion mechanics with ADULT/YOUTH SPECIALTY sensors and ‘on-board’ programming.

Babysitting Course Age: 9-14 years, Min/Max: 6/14 This course is designed for the pre-teen #455110 Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and helps them to prepare for those first (01) March 17 babysitting opportunities. $120 Resident, $125 Non-resident

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

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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.

UPCOMING TRIPS

Celebrate Health!

Fridays, March 2 at 10:30a.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: March: O utliers

by Malcolm Gladwell If you are interested in joining, please email Jan Bradbury at bobjanbradbury@comcast.net.

Denver Museum of Nature and Science The Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit #351400-01 Monday, March 19 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $35 - Transportation and tour included. Bring money for lunch.

Exertion Level 3.

The Dead Sea Scrolls represent one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century. In 1947, a Bedouin goat herder stumbled upon a hidden cave along the shore of the Dead Sea. Concealed within were scrolls that had not been seen for 2,000 years. After extensive excavation, 972 remarkably preserved scrolls were uncovered, leading to decades of extraordinary scrutiny, debate, and awe.

Tour of the Colorado State University Football Stadium #351500-01

Front Porch Library We are pleased to announce that our library is full and thriving! Because we have so many books, please be so kind as to relocate them to their proper place. They are organized on each shelf by the author’s last name.

Thank you for your assistance with this!

Wednesday, March 21 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. $15 - Transportation and tour included. Bring money for lunch.

Exertion Level 4 In 2017, Colorado State University opened its doors to the new Sonny Lubick field at Colorado State Stadium. With an estimated cost of $220 million dollars, it can hold over 41,000 fans and is the first on-campus stadium since 1967.

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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2018 Claim Form for 2017 Sales Tax Refund The sales tax refund is limited to senior, low-income or disabled individuals who have lived within the city limits of Golden for at least 90 consecutive days in 2017 and cannot be claimed as a dependent on any other person’s tax return. The refund amount for 2017 is $50. This will be adjusted for partial year residency in Golden and partial year at age 65. Call 303-384-8024 with questions.

Please check one box only: q Senior Refund (must be 65 years or older) q Low Income Refund

Proof required. Attach a photocopy of one of the following: • State of Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Rebate approval notification • Proof of Medicaid benefits • Proof of LEAP eligibility • Proof of eligibility for food stamps

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Disabled Refund

Proof required. Attach a photocopy of one of the following: • State of Colorado Property Tax/Rent/Heat Rebate approval notification • Proof of full benefits from Social Security Disability Income, SSI or the Department of Human Services • Proof of total disability from a public or private insurance plan

Please print or type: Name: Mr(s).

Age: Date of Birth: Name: Mr(s).

Age: Date of Birth: Address: Golden, CO ZIP: Phone: How many months did you reside in the city limits of Golden during 2017? months Were you claimed as a dependent on any other person’s income tax form? q yes q no Signature:

Signature: This form must be submitted by no later than April 15, 2018.

Refund Donation Option: You have the option to donate your refund to a City of Golden program or department by checking one of the boxes below: qCommunity Grant Program qGolden Volunteer Fire Department qGolden Cemetery qGolden Senior Front Porch qOther City program or department (please identify): Office Use Only:

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Social, Economic & Environmental Issues Nominate Someone for a Sustainability Award

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o you know someone who stands out as a supporter of sustainability? Someone who is vigilant about energy conservation or recycles that last bit of material? The Community Sustainability Advisory Board (CSAB) is soliciting nominations for outstanding individuals and groups who have committed their efforts toward achieving a more sustainable city.

The City is looking for nominations for the following categories: Student • Individual • Business • Community Group Nominations are open through March 23. A link to the application can be found at www.cityofgolden. net/Sustainability/Awards. City Council will present the awards in celebration of Earth Day in April.

GARDEN IN A BOX BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES MADE EASY

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lant a garden for a greener future!

With the help of Garden In A Box a selection of professionally designed perennial gardens - you can save water, beautify your landscape, and enrich your community. These xeric (low-water) garden kits include 1430 starter plants, a comprehensive plant and care guide, and 1-3 plant by number maps.

No green thumb required! These doit-yourself garden kits are designed for all gardening levels. Whether you are looking to redesign a portion of your yard, attract bees and butterflies, or simply increase your curb appeal, Garden In A Box makes Colorado landscaping easy.

Enjoy locally-grown, pollinatorfriendly plants that offer a beautiful alternative (or complement) to a traditional lawn. By removing just 100 square feet of your irrigated turfgrass and planting a Garden In A Box, you could save an estimated 1,000 gallons of water per year. With a wide variety of gardens to choose

from, saving water has never looked so good!

In partnership with Resource Central, the City of Golden offers a limited number of $25 discounts to their customers, making a greater step

towards water conservation. Gardens start at $79 and are competitively priced. Find the perfect garden for your unique space at ResourceCentral. org/Gardens. Order online beginning in March, pick up in May. March 2018

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Silent Stars of the Silver Screen

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olden History Museum & Park’s Hands-on History summer camp will feature a new full-day theme this year for 9- to 12-year-old campers entitled Silent Stars. The camp explores the history and production of silent films in 1920s Colorado.

Colorado has a long history of silent film production and Golden was an ideal location for western themed movies.

East Coast filmmakers moved many of their productions to Colorado in the early 1900s because the clear air and temperate weather allowed for filming year round.

Golden History Museum & Park recently acquired a copy of a 1909 silent movie that was filmed in Golden. This film, A Ranchman’s Rival, was produced by the Essanay Film Company, of Chicago, Illinois, and will be shown at Golden History Museum in a new exhibit slated to open in June of 2018. Essanay is known for their involvement with the series of Charlie Chaplin comedies of 1915.

The Essanay Film Company, like many other studios of the time, moved their production teams and stars to film in Colorado. One of the company’s founders and star of A Ranchman’s Rival, Gilbert M. Anderson, once told The Denver Post, “Colorado is the finest place in the country for Wild West stuff.” Not only was the weather more agreeable, but the authentic scenery of Colorado’s landscapes and towns reduced the studio’s costs for set construction.

Just like Golden’s visiting production companies, Silent Stars campers will write, design, star in, direct, film, and

The Essanay crew in front of the Dennis & Cunningham Livery, 1909, Golden, Colorado. Golden History Museum & Park, City of Golden Collection The Essanay crew poses behind the scenes of the 1909 film The Best Man Wins. Golden, Colorado. Golden History Museum & Park, City of Golden Collection

edit their own silent movies. Campers will use a newly expanded closet of costumes and explore how other movies, like Star Wars and Harry Potter, have used costumes to tell a story. The camp will also offer new activities for campers, including facilitation of the technical aspects of movie making. After handson editing of the footage and producing the final cut with professional tools (MacBook, iMovie), campers will host a fun premiere and see their work on a big screen with family and friends.

Silent Stars builds on previous halfday camps with the same theme but now allows kids to channel their creativity for five full days. The camp has been one of the most popular themes since its creation. In previous years, it has sold out for the entire summer early in the registration period.

Visit GoldenHistory.org/HOH to see the schedule and sign up. Also, check out the other fun summer camp themes: Pioneer Kids, Dirty Jobs, Decision Makers, and Art Explorers.

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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SUMMER JOBS Close to Home

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ook no further than your hometown for summer job opportunities! The City of Golden has a wide variety of summer jobs available. Over 500 employees serve the community in parks and recreation, public works, public safety, and administration. We would love for our residents to be part of the team! Take advantage of seasonal and part-time opportunities for jobs including lifeguard, swim instructor, youth sports coach, day camp leader, parks maintenance, golf course maintenance, guest services, cashiers, and concessions.

There is something for everyone.

Samantha Ward started part-time with Golden in 2016 as a summer camp coordinator. She is now a preschool teacher at the Golden Community Center. She says Golden gave her the opportunities and flexibility to work while also going to school.

After graduation, she came right back to Golden to launch her career. “Everyone I have worked with has encouraged and supported me in anything I want to do - personally and professionally,” said Samantha. “I’d tell anyone looking to apply for a summer position that it is absolutely worth it. Even if you don’t end up staying long-term after the season is up, the experience you’ll gain and the people that you will meet are invaluable.”

Many jobs with the City of Golden pay above minimum wage. Each employee must pass a background check and a drug screen, and we are proud to be a drug-free environment.

The application process is now underway and jobs can start as early as April, or once school is over. Work for Golden and you’ll be helping out your own neighbors. It’s a great way to contribute to the community and make money doing it! For all available jobs, visit www.cityofgolden.net/jobs/.

Spring into Golden this March

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ith plenty of warm sunny days, March is an ideal time to explore your very own city! Check out these suggestions from Visit Golden.

HIKE, BIKE OR LEARN TO CLIMB IN THE COLORADO SUNSHINE North and South Table Mountain receive plenty of sun and offer snowfree trails most of the year, perfect for hiking. Or bike Lookout Mountain, the Front Range’s most iconic hill climb.

You can even learn to rock climb with Golden Mountain Guides.

WALK CLEAR CREEK & GRAB LUNCH IN GOLDEN

watch the kayakers paddle down the creek. Afterwards, walk into town and grab lunch at a restaurant you haven’t tried yet. Stop by the Visitor’s Center, 1010 Washington Ave., to get a Golden Ticket, good for discounts at participating retailers.

UPGRADE YOUR OUTDOOR GEAR

hiking or climbing gear, Bent Gate Mountaineering is the Metro area’s go-to experts. Arbor Anglers is a premiere fly shop and Golden River Sports offers both fly-fishing and kayaking gear. Runners High is home to a community of Golden runners who swear by their gear, as well as their weekly community runs. Cyclists love Peak Cycles, Pedal Pushers Cyclery, Big Ring Cycles, and Golden Bike Shop. And if you‘re looking for end-ofseason ski and snowboard gear, check out both Icelantic and Powder 7, two great Golden-based shops known for quality and performance.

Head to VisitGolden.com for events The beautiful Clear Creek walking As you know, Golden is home to paths offer gorgeous mountain fly-fishing, kayaking, rock climbing and fun things to do in Golden all views and plenty of spots to sit and and more. If you are looking for year long.

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The City of Golden will soon be accepting applications for seasonal and part-time positions at the Golden Community Center, the Splash Aquatic Park, Fossil Trace Golf Club, and the Parks department.

Opportunities include: Lifeguards • Swim Instructors • Youth Sports Coach • Day Camp Leader Day Camp Coordinator • Parks, Forestry, Cemetery Maintenance • Golf Maintenance Pro-Shop Guest Services at Fossil Trace • Cashiers and Food & Beverage workers at The Splash

Check out our website at www.cityofgolden.net/jobs/ for job availability.