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<br /> thank all the citizens who came out in support of this pro- underway in late summer.The plan will set develop-
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<br /> gram five years ago, and those who supported continuing the ment regulations for South Boulder Road and Highway 42 may require a bit longer to repair as we are waiting for BNSF's
<br /> for the next five-year contract period. north of South Boulder Road, including allowed land uses t is time once again for you to show us what you've
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<br /> I also want to thank Dave Szabados, our facilities manager, and building forms, and will identify infrastructure improve The underpass at US 36 was closed by the Colorado got! Enter your best photos taken this past year
<br /> and the Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) for all the work ments and areas for public spaces like parks and plazas.The Department of Transportation (CDOT) for reconstruction in into the 7th Annual "Life in Louisville" photography
<br /> they do on energy efficiency and other sustainability issues. plan will take approximately six months to complete and will conjunction with work taking place on US 36.The reopening competition! Digital or scanned entries gathered that
<br /> Dave is continually working to increase energy efficiency in include extensive public involvement from residents, property
<br /> y g gy y of this section will be done at the discretion of CDOT.They capture the essence of"Life in Louisville" will be show-
<br /> our City buildings.Also, one of the things the energy report owners, and business owners. Multiple public meetings will
<br /> g g re P are targeting a September 2015 date. cased and added to a collection documenting Louisville,
<br /> be held before the plan is taken to the Planning Commission
<br /> recommended was to reduce the cost of food transportation COAL CREEK GOLF COURSE its residents, visitors, events, and Colorado-friendly life-
<br /> by locally sourcing food where possible.The SAB is working and City Council for consideration.The McCaslin Boulevard
<br /> on opportunities to do just that by expanding community Small Area Plan will begin a few months later. In association Coal Creek Golf Course reconstruction continues with style. Applications available at www.LouisvilleCO.gov,
<br /> with the small area plans, the City will also develop a City- Landscapes Unlimited (LU).They are fully mobilized to site submission deadline is September 26th.
<br /> garden opportunities in Louisville, and supporting allowing and brought in additional staff for the project in early July.hens in Louisville so people can produce fresh eggs at wide wayfinding plan to help guide visitors around town. g p j y J y
<br /> home.These efforts have us making good progress in local The project includes repairs as a result of the flood as well US 36/MCCASLIN INTERCHANGE
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<br /> food production. Course Improvement Plan. Repairs include rebuilding ponds,
<br /> We are also working to provide transit options for people Over the next 20 years, approximately 5,000 struc- P P g P DIVERGING DIAMOND
<br /> to create convenient alternatives to driving.These efforts tures in Louisville will turn 50 years old, potentially installing new irrigation, and reseeding the course.
<br /> range from massive projects like the US 36 bus rapid transit bringing them under the purview of the Historic Preservation While repairs are the primary concern of the project, the % diverging diamond interchange (DDI) at MCCaslin
<br /> project to having a bike corral downtown to make biking to Program.The City will be undertaking the creation of a City- City is considering additional work that may help the course oulevard is included in the current work on US
<br /> the Street Faire more convenient,and it includes our own wide Preservation Master Plan this fall.When adopted the long-term. Some possible additions include rerouting cart 36.The DDI will reduce traffic congestion along McCaslin
<br /> great trail system. plan will provide the City guidance for the Preservation Pro- paths, reconstructing the chipping green,adding a new water Blvd. by eliminating designated left turns.This is done by
<br /> This trail system and Open Space are two of our greatest gram, the use of the Historic Preservation Fund, landmarking, line for an additional restroom to be built at a later date, and temporarily diverting all traffic to the left side of the road
<br /> assets and they are owned by you the residents of Louisville. I and demolition review, among other topics.The plan will take removing outdated timber walls. through a two-phased signaled interchange. Cars turning left
<br /> hope you get out and enjoy a little nature that is yours. Bob approximately six months to complete, and will get underway The contract with LU includes the company staying on will no longer need to wait for oncoming traffic to stop before
<br /> in the fall. site through the grow-in period to assure the course is ready proceeding. Pedestrians will also benefit from a 12-foot path
<br /> to open in the spring of 2015. in the center of the bridge for a safer crossing of McCaslin
<br /> MEET WITH YOUR CITY COUNCIL There will be many opportunities for public input. Stay For everyone's safety and to ensure that none of the newly and cyclists will have a designated bike lane.The DDI includes
<br /> tuned to the City's Envision Louisville website,www.Envi- constructed facilities are damaged during reconstruction, all new RTD-specific off ramps that will save the average RTD
<br /> ome meet your City Council members and ask your
<br /> C questions.These are infromal meetings for all resi- to monitor the progress of the Small public access to Coal Creek Golf Course is prohibited. bus roughly three minutes in commute time one-way.The
<br /> Area and Preservation plans and to provide input. If you have COUNTY ROAD BRIDGE $12.5 million McCaslin DDI will be the first of its kind on
<br /> dents.Topics may include: any questions about the plans or would like to get involved, the front range, keeping our region on the cutting edge of
<br /> please contact the Planning Department at 303.335.4592 or County Road is currently closed and will remain closed
<br /> Sam's Club Building:At the request of the buyer of the P g P until a new bridge is constructed.The design of the new transportation technology.
<br /> former Sam's Club site, the City has begun examining vari- Planning @LouisvilleCO.gov
<br /> ous problems with the redevelopment of the site. Council bridge is now underway.We anticipate the new bridge being
<br /> ARTS AND CULTURE MASTER PLAN open in 2016. First Friday A Walk
<br /> members will be prepared to discuss the various factors.
<br /> Flood Reconstruction:Including the Golf Course, Coal In late September, City staff will begin gathering informa COMCAST FRANCHISE RENEWAL
<br /> Creek Trail, and County Road Bridge. tion for a City-wide Arts and Culture Master Plan.Visual, in I I'storik Down town Louiss Ric •
<br /> 2015 Budget:Budget public hearings will be held in Octo- performing, and literary arts play an important role within The City continues to negotiate with Comcast for a new ,.
<br /> ber and November. Find out what is being considered. society and this master plan will identify challenges and Cable Franchise. Negotiations are currently centered around
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<br /> underserved populations, celebrate success, and determine the following issues: •• Friday, ' IYti I
<br /> Mayor's Town Meeting-Monday, October 6, 7PM, • a customer service center in Louisville; • Friday, October 3 Gil
<br /> Alfalfa's Community Room, 785 E. South Boulder Road direction for future generations. Suzanne Janssen, Cultural
<br /> t3' • improved and more detailed reporting by Comcast; • Friday, November 7
<br /> Arts and Special Events Coordinator,will work closely with • revisions to the Customer Service Standards
<br /> Ward IMeeting- Thursday, October 23, 6.•30 PM, the Louisville Cultural Council, artists, arts organizations, � IiP4�8 , �I_'C 111 ?E'I'
<br /> Alfalfa's Community Room, 785 E. South Boulder Road patrons, local businesses, and the general public to identify The City's web site continues to have updates on this y
<br /> available resources and facilities which foster greater under- process and the date of the City Council public hearing to
<br /> Ward II Meeting- Tuesday, September 30, G•30 PM, consider the franchise will be posted there. 6 to p.m.
<br /> Municipal Court Room, 992 West Via Appia standing and appreciation of the arts within our community.
<br /> To provide input or ask questions, please contact Suzanne If you have comments or questions about the franchise #
<br /> Ward III Meeting-Monday, October 13, 630 PM, process,please contact Meredyth Muth (303.335.4536 or `
<br /> Coal Creek Ranch Clubhouse, 844 Spyglass Circle Janssen at 303.335.4581 or SuzanneJ@LouisvilleCO.gov. MeredythM @LouisvilleCO.gov). ....4. 16. AIL
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