4 Winter 2021-2022 Community Update Newsletter

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L MEASURES FOR GREATER ENERGY EFFICIENCY LIFE IN LOUISVILLE PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST City Council has adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (2021 IECC) and made other updates to its Building and Zoning codes to promote the reduction of carbon emissions and a more sustainable community. The updated codes will require that newly constructed residential and commercial buildings have electric vehicle charging infrastructure, be built with greater energy efficiency and built either with all electric systems and appliances or with the ability to easily convert from natural gas to electric systems and appliances. In addition, all new residential construction will need to meet a net zero carbon emission standard.The new building code (Ordinance 1816, Series 2021) will help to create a future Louisville with more resilient homes and businesses. Commenting, Louisville Mayor Ashley Stolzmann said: "Climate action and sustainability are important to City Council and important to the people of Louisville. As a city, we are excited to take this next step forward in delivering building standards and construction that reflect these values. We are preparing for the future by making it easier for buildings to become fully electric, no longer relying on less environmentally -friendly gas -powered heat." Have Your Say on All -Electric Plans In addition to implementing the new ordinance passed by Council, the City is looking for community and business feedback on plans to explore the potential for all -electric new building requirements and the adoption of the 2021 IECC Appendix CC Zero Energy Commercial Building provisions in early 2022. Commenting, Louisville Planning Director Rob Zuccaro said: "We want to hear what residents, businesses, and the building community think about the potential for all - electric new building requirements, as well as net -zero provisions. There will be opportunities for in -person and online feedback events as well as online surveys. We hope to hear from as many voices as possible, and we look forward to engaging with the community on this important topic:' Sign up at LouisvilleCO.gov/EnergyCodeUpdate to stay informed on updates, outreach, and open houses. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE WITH UTILITY BILLS Colorado recently received additional funds to help residents with water and energy bills through the new Low-income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) and the existing Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). Call 1-866-432-8435 or visit cdhs.colorado.gov/leap for details. The City's annual Life in Louisville Photography Contest is now open with new categories and some new rules. Students, amateur photographers, and professional photographers are invited to enter. All photos must be taken in Louisville in 2021. Awards will be given in several categories, including: Old Town and Historic Louisville; Nature and Landscapes; Sunrises and Sunsets; Community Events and People; Black and White; and Student (under age 18). The entry deadline is January 21, 2022. Visit LouisvilleCO.gov/LifeinLouisville to share your photos and to see last year's winning images, including this photo from Joe Falace entitled, 'Stand Together for BLM'. CITY UNVEILS NEW ART FOR COMMUNITY PARK On Saturday, November 6, a small but enthusiastic group of art lovers gathered in Community Park for the official unveiling of "Sky"sculpture. Created by artist Robert Romero, the gently curving form of "Sky" is a lighthearted play on the shape of clouds. The changing colors of the sky and landscape were reflected in the sculpture's mirror finish during the unveiling. Cody Qualls of Face Vocal Band performed for the unveiling, melding the"air"quality of singing with the "Sky" inspirations of Louisville's newest public art. Winter 2021-22 • Page 5