Town Scoop - April 2026

2026

OFFICIAL TOWN OF SEVERANCE NEWSLETTER

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SEVERANCE SCOOP ALL THE NEWS YOU NEED AND MORE In this monthly newsletter, you’ll find messages from the Mayor and/or Town Council, learn about upcoming Town events and news, and updates from businesses and groups in the Community. Be in the know on happenings in Town and everything in between!

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SEVERANCE TOWN COUNCIL Matt Fries Mayor

Josh Ochs Council Member

Dave Bruen Council Member

Karen Hessler Council Member

Brittany Vandermark Mayor Pro-Tem

Stephen Gagliardi Council Member

Craig Joseph Council Member

FROM MAYOR: MATT FRIES

Hello Severance!

Last month, I had the opportunity to speak to the 1st grade classes and 5th grade classes at Range View Elementary, here in Severance.

WOW! I was so impressed with how well behaved, respectful and thoughtful these young citizen's are. They had some grest questions for me.

A couple that stand out: Where does most of the taxes get spent in Severance?

How do you become Mayor?

How does homelessness become bad?

Who cleans up litter in Severance?

What will be new at the Community Park?

In the world we live in today, it is easy for me to get a bad attitude, until I spend time with these wonderful future leaders.

So, if you need a positive spin, spend some time with our students at Range View Elementary.

Congratulations, Severance! We have great kids in our Town. Keep up the great work teachers, administrators and parents.

Hope to see you around Town!

Matthew Fries Mayor

TOWN COUNCIL MEETING RECAP March 24th, 2026 Regular Town Council Meeting Regular Town Council Meeting Planning Commissioner Appointment: This item was continued to the next Council Meeting, April 14th , due to the unavailability of both applicants to attend on 3/24/26.

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) Appointment: The Town Council decided to appoint the Citizen Advisory Board (CAB), plus Christine McDaniel, to this committee. The CPAC and CAB meetings will be the 1st Wednesday of each month. CAB and CPAC will remain separate boards and welcome public attendance.

Ordinance 2026-02 Adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Map was approved.

All of Council voted to forfeit units in NISP and removed the Town’s participation.

View Presentations, agenda packets, and meeting details on our Council Member Hessler petitioned the Town to look into adopting an ordinance website at townofseverance.org OR on E-bikes, motorbikes, and E-scooters in scan the QR Code! the interest of public safety.

Council Member Petitions

Reminder Public Comment is available at all Regular Town Council Meetings.

All meetings are live-streamed/recorded and can be found on our website.

The next Town Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14th, Work Session at 5p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 6 p.m.

TOWN COUNCIL MEETING RECAP April 14th, 2026 Regular Town Council Meeting Regular Town Council Meeting Proclamation for Arbor Day on April 24, 2026 New Planning Commissioner Michael Hall, term through June 2027 Town Council adopted a new Code of Conduct & Ethics policy Ordinance 2026-03, updating the Town's Solicitors, door-to-door sales code was adopted and goes into effect 5/14/26 Presentation on the timeline and workflow for the Town's required Comprehensive Plan Update

Council Member Petitions Mayor Fries for an Outdoor Skate RInk Mayor Pro Tem Vandermark for a Ball & Stick Library at the Dog Park

View Presentations, agenda packets, and meeting details on our website at townofseverance.org OR scan the QR Code!

Reminder Public Comment is available at all Regular Town Council Meetings.

All meetings are live-streamed/recorded and can be found on our website.

The next Town Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 28th, Work Session at 5p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 6 p.m.

Clean Up Days 2026 FREE Voucher May 1 - July 31, 2026 The Town of Severance would like to share important updates regarding Clean Up Days for 2026.

Due to the upcoming Community Park renovation and full park closure, the Town has transitioned to a voucher-based cleanup program for this year. ✅ New for 2026: FREE Voucher Program (Worth up to $125.00) Instead of curb-side collection or a local drop-off site, the Town has adopted a voucher program with the North Weld Landfill at: 40000 W CR 25, Ault, CO 80610

❗ Important Reminder There will be NO curb-side pickup in 2026 There will be NO on-site drop-off location Clean up services will be available only through the voucher program

Clean Up FREE Voucher Program Details 500 vouchers available total $125 value per FREE voucher One voucher per household First come, first served — while supplies last Each voucher allows: ONE vehicle load Items totaling up to $125 at the Weld County Landfill If your load exceeds $125, the resident is responsible for paying the difference

📍VOUCHER PICK-UP INFORMATION FREE Vouchers available starting May 1, 2026 📌 Location: Severance Town Hall 🕗 Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:00 am12 pm & 1 pm – 5:00 pm & Tuesday evenings during Town Council meetings ⚠️ Limit: One voucher per household 📅 Expiration Date of use: July 31, 2026 📌MUST bring proof of residency when picking up the FREE voucher.

MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE AT TOWNOFSEVERANCE.ORG

RECREATION CENTER FEASIBILITY STUDY TOWN OF SEVERANCE COMMUNITY OUTREACH SURVEY

COME HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE RECREATION CENTER!

DID YOU KNOW...

THERE IS A SEVERANCE YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM? Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture has established a scholarship program that offers financial assistance for youth athletic/program registrations to residents of Severance under 18 years.

Please contact the Community Recreation Center to obtain an application, or you can fill one out online at recreationliveshere.com/ReduceFee. Your request will be confidentially reviewed and approved based on financial qualifications.

SIGN UP FOR ACTIVITIES ANYTIME ONLINE AT recreationliveshere.com/RecReg

DID YOU KNOW...

YOU CAN PAY YOUR BILL ONLINE? Save a stamp and save your time, now you can pay your bills online!

Once you sign up for your account, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without it!

When you’re ready to pay your bill, select a payment type. You can pay with credit card or debit card with NO additional fees! To pay your bill online go to www.townofseverance.org and click “Online Bill Payments” and you're good to go.

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SATURDAY, MAY 9TH 1PM - 4PM OVERLOOK PARK 650 AUDUBON

FIELD GAMES WITH PRIZES FREE SNOWCONES AND POPCORN!

PRESENTED BY THE SEVERANCE YOUTH COUNCIL EXCITING GAMES & ACTIVITIES FOOD & REFRESHMENTS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

FOR MORE INFORMATION: TOWNOFSEVERANCE.ORG *SCAN QR CODE FOR GUARDIAN WAIVER* MUST BE SIGNED FOR PARTICIPATION

FREE COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Did you know our website has FREE resources for our community? From emergency preparedness tools to veteran support information—even a page explaining the difference between a metro district and an HOA. Visit townofseverance.org to explore helpful information and find answers about our community!

HELP KEEP OUR COMMUNITY CLEAN Help Keep our Community Beautiful. Did you know litter is prohibited?

It is unlawful and constitutes a nuisance for any person to throw or deposit, or cause or permit to be thrown or deposited upon any street, alley, sidewalk or public property or place in the Town, any garbage, trash, litter or junk, or hazardous material as defined by 40 C.F.R. Part 261, or other offensive matter, except in public receptacles or authorized private receptacles.

CONTACT US

WE’RE LISTENING — CONTACT THE TOWN OF SEVERANCE The Town of Severance is committed to providing excellent service and staying connected with our community. If you have a concern, request, or feedback to share, we want to hear from you.

Residents can use our “We’re Listening” online service request system to report concerns such as street repairs, street light outages, code enforcement issues, or to provide general feedback about Town services, facilities, or programs. This tool helps ensure your request is directed to the appropriate department and addressed as efficiently as possible.

Submitting a request is simple. Visit townofseverance.org and click the “We’re Listening” tab on our website. Provide details about your concern, including the location and a description of the issue, to help staff respond quickly and effectively.

Your input plays an important role in helping us maintain our infrastructure, improve services, and enhance the quality of life in Severance. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our community safe, responsive, and thriving. You can always call Town Hall, 970-6861218, or email info@townofseverance.org, also if you would like to connect.

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Town Hall at 970-686-1218 Severance Police Station 970-685-9708 Non-emergency 970-350-9600 info@townofseverance.org townofseverance.org FOLLOW US on social media! @TownOfSeverance / @SeverancePD @TownOfSeverance @SeverancePD Town of Severance Town of Severance

2026 EVENTS

APRIL 25- DRUG TAKE BACK- SHRED EVENT MAY 1- CLEAN UP DAYS VOUCHER AVAILABLE **

MAY 6- BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY MAY 16- KIDS FISHING DERBY MAY 22- TOUCH A TRUCK JUNE 26- MOVIE NIGHT JULY 11- SAFETY FAIR JULY 24- MOVIE NIGHT AUG 4/5- NATIONAL NIGHT OUT SEPT 4- MOVIE NIGHT SEPT 17-SEPT 23 CONSTITUTION WEEK OCTOBER 2- COFFEE WITH A COP OCT SEVERANCE DAYS** 4 OCT 26 - NOV 7 FOOD DRIVE OCT 30- TRICK OR TREAT PARADE OCT/NOV TREE AND LIMB DROP OFF** NOV 7- FOOD DRIVE DROP OFF LAST DAY DEC 12- TOWN CHRISTMAS AFTER HOLIDAYS: CHRISTMAS TREE DROP OFF** ** NEW or CHANGED EVENTS *Subject to Change

TOWN COUNCIL MEEITING EVERY 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY Work Session at 5 PM & Council Meeting at 6 PM YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH at 5 PM

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH at 6 PM CITIZEN ADVISORY BOARD FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH at 6 PM

GET INVOLVED

All meetings are held at Town Hall. You can attend in-person or online. More information about meetings can be found on our website.

We look forward to seeing you!

KIDS FISHING DERBY - MAY 16TH

Registration for the Kids Fishing Derby will open on APRIL 27th on our website townofseverance.org

Ages 1 to 5- 7am to 8 am Ages 6 to 9- 8:30am to 9:30 am Ages 10 to 15- 10am to 11 am

Awards for Master Fisher, Bigest Fish Caught and Smallest Fish Caught

You must bring your own fishing materials (fishing rod, bait, etc.).

Tie Breaker Rules: If two fishers end with the same score, a tiebreaker will be put in place. To break the tie, we will look at the next score of those fishers who tied. (For the biggest fish, we will look at the next largest fish; for the smallest fish, we will look at the next smallest fish, etc.) Example: Tommy and Susie both caught a 20-inch fish; Tommy also caught a 13-inch fish while Susie caught a 15-inch fish.

Susie wins this tiebreaker for the biggest fish, and Tommy gets 2nd place.

CLERKS OFFICE Community Gardens We have a hearty waitlist for our Community Gardens season from May to November. For more information, email Communitygardens@townofseverance.org or stop by Town Hall. We're looking forward to a great growing season. Follow us on Facebook at Tailholt Community Gardens?

The Town has four (4) registered solicitors Comcast Xfinity Vivint Treeline Roofing & Construction Big Dog Renewable Energy LLC If you need to report a solicitation violation, please call the non-emergency line at 970-3509600. If you have questions about the Solicitors registration process, contact the Clerk's office at Clerk@townofseverance.org

APRIL 25, 2026 SEVERANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT 10AM-12PM

DRUG TAKE BACK

FREE PAPER SHRED

TOWN COUNCIL Town Meetings information is available on the website. Questions or accessibility accommodations, please contact the Town Clerk at clerk@townofseverance.org or call 970-686-1218

FREE MULCH* Proclamations at the April 28th Town Council meeting Mental Health Month, May 2026 National Police Week, May 10-16, 2026 Professional Municipal Clerks Week, May 3-9, 2026

*THE FREE MULCH WILL BE AVAILABLE AT LAKEVIEW PARK STARTING AT 7 AM, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED*

TOWN PLANNING The Planning Department continues to review several development applications across Town. Below is a summary of projects currently under review.

Northgate Lake (Final Plat): 315 acres north of Harmony Road and east of CR 21, proposing 600 single-family homes with future mixed uses and open space.

WinDance (Preliminary Plat): 168 acres north of Highway 392, proposing approximately 569 single-family homes and 34 acres of open space.

Saddle Ridge Tracts 9 & 10 (Final Plat): 11 acres north of SH 14, proposing paired homes and single-family lots.

Saddler Southern (Preliminary Plat): 46 acres proposing singlefamily homes and commercial space.

Berrado Holdings (Minor Subdivision): 20-acre lot for an existing PRPA electrical substation.

Bower North (Preliminary Plat): 160 acres south of Hunters Crossing and west of CR 19, proposing 31 large residential lots, 278 single family, 5-acre commercial area and open space.

Schlagel Minor Subdivision: Four rural residential lots west of CR 21.

Several of these projects will move forward to public hearings before the Planning Commission and Town Council.

COMMUNITY PARK PROJECT

*This is a conceptual rendering of the proposed community park that may be subject to changes.

The Town of Severance is excited to move forward with the next phase of improvements at Community Park, a significant investment in recreation, connectivity, and quality of life for our residents.

Purpose: Delivery of the next phase of this large, long-term community project designed to enhance amenities, usability, and overall park experience

We recognize that Community Park is a Community Park will be temporarily closed valued gathering space, and we appreciate during the next phase of construction. the community’s patience and understanding Construction activities will include significant as we complete this important work. The site work and infrastructure improvements result will be a park that better serves that require full closure to ensure public residents for generations to come. safety.

Updates will be shared regularly on the Town Park Closure: The park will be closed when website and social media channels as construction begins, scheduled for the construction progresses. Thank you for your beginning of February. Construction is continued support as we build community in anticipated to last until Fall 2026. With this Severance. closure, Severance Days will be in October.

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WEATHER READY COMMUNITY The National Weather Service and the Town of Severance want everyone to be part of a Weather-Ready Nation. With the return of winter, Colorado receives a variety of hazards in the form of snow, wind chill, high winds, and avalanches.

Are you winter weather-ready? Now is the time to ensure you know how to stay safe when winter weather arrives.

Snow in Colorado is essential to the farmers, the ski areas, and for filling up reservoirs. However, winter storms often bring heavy snow, bitterly cold air, high winds, low visibility, and slick roads. This can lead to dangerous travel conditions and other life-threatening situations, such as avalanches and very frigid wind chill temperatures.

SEVERANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT FREE EVENT, SAVE THE DATE: SHREDDING EVENT & DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY

APRIL 25, 2026 AT SEVERANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT FROM 10 AM-2 PM

SEVERANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT STOP THE SCAMS! Do NOT purchase gift cards or Bitcoin to pay someone— especially if they claim to be an officer or from the government. If you receive a call like this, it is a scam. No government agency will ask for gift cards or bitcoin.

Do NOT click links that are texted to your phone from unknown numbers. Scammers often use these links to steal personal or financial information.

Never share personal information like Social Security numbers, banking details, passwords or personal photos with unexpected callers or people.

IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE BEEN SCAMMED AND YOU WOULD LIKE TO SPEAK WITH AN OFFICER, PLEASE CALL NON-EMERGENCY DISPATCH AT 970-350-9600

SEVERANCE BUSINESSES

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO TOWN HALL AT 970-686-1218 OR INFO@TOWNOFSEVERANCE.ORG

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RideNoCo strives to build meaningful community connections by enhancing quality of life through accessible, reliable mobility solutions that support independence, promote well-being, and enable aging in place, so that everyone can thrive in their community.

One-Call/One-Click Resource Center RideNoCo isa centralized one-call/one-clickresource center for transportation information in Northern Colorado and beyond. While RideNoCo does not provide rides, it offers a free service to help people find affordable, safe, and reliable transportation.

For more information, please contact us between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, at (970) 514-3636 or mobility@nfrmpo.org.

Outreach & Education RideNoCo organizes outreach and educational activities throughout the year. You can catch us at farmers' markets, local festivals, or resource fairs throughout the North Front Range.

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