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FLOOD INSURANCE MAPPING
<br /> AND REGULATIONS r1€�rat y 79th ANNUAL
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<br /> he September 2013 floods remind us portions of Are you interested in keeping your home cool this
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<br /> 1 Louisville are prone to flooding, including areas along l summer?Is cutting energy waste important for your
<br /> Coal Creek, near drainage facilities, irrigation ditches, and business?With EnergySmart,you can cut costs and achieve
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<br /> some City streets. your goals with minimal time and hassle.
<br /> AMPSafety should be the first priority during a flood. Did you EnergySmart provided us with a list of recommended LA y
<br /> know that 6" of moving water can knock you off your feet? contractors,provided information on which to base our
<br /> Never walk through flowing water and use a pole or stick decisions and coached us on where various rebates were available. LABOR DIN CELEBRATIONS
<br /> to make sure of the depth before walking through standing They made the process of making energy efficiency improvements
<br /> water. Do not drive through flooded areas; more flood victims to our home easy and fun."-Ogle family,Louisville August 2 8— e n to RI'b be r 1
<br /> drown in their cars than anywhere else. If your home has been EnergySmart helps homes and businesses in all Boulder LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT TOWN
<br /> flooded, shut off the gas and electricity if you are able. County communities become more comfortable and energy
<br /> Louisville participates in the National Flood Insurance efficient.A free, expert Energy Advisor can answer your ques- TFI l RS AYI AUGUST 28
<br /> Program (NFIP).The NFIP makes federally backed flood tions, help prioritize projects, connect you with qualified con- PARK HILL BRASS CONCERT
<br /> insurance available for all buildings,whether they are in a des- tractors, find and apply for incentives and low-cost financing, 6;oo-7: Dpin*` FREE
<br /> ignated floodplain or not. Flood insurance covers direct losses and make energy upgrades easier and more affordable. LouisvilleAr6�oret>tan,Via Appla
<br /> caused by surface flooding, due to either a creek overflow- Louisville residents through September 30: rebates at$400 Sponsored by(Aunt COAJIrldi
<br /> ing its banks or a local drainage event. Regular homeowner's
<br /> (up from$250) and discounted energy assessments$135 � rj ,
<br /> insurance does not cover damage caused by floods. If your (normally$185).Take your first step toward a more comfort- FRIDAY,CLAY, A U G I ST 29
<br /> property is in a floodplain, there is a 26%chance of a flood able and energy-efficient home or business today! DRY SQU A R PARK 111 MF DINNER
<br /> occurring during a 30 year mortgage. Homes: 303-544-1000; Businesses: 303-441-1300; or visit 5sooliviopm
<br /> You can find out if your property is located in a flood- www.EnergySmartYES.com. Spa Pr>rk
<br /> plain by calling the Planning Division at 303.335.4592.Any Spy by Balfour
<br /> property is eligible for flood insurance, regardless if it is in a }�TD AUGUST 3o
<br /> floodplain. Louisville residents are eligible for a discount on COLORADO DOWNTOWN—M A I N STREET
<br /> insurance premiums. Renters should also buy flood insurance sprinkler rnspeclion proerarn CH LD REN r� PET PA D E 9ioo aD1 NATIONAL FINE ART HOW
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<br /> for their contents. For more information on flooding and What is Slow the Flow Colorado? Advance Registration ongoing; Day of registrathwi Sam Sponsored by tsy.l Art Association
<br /> flood insurance, go to www.floodsmart.gov Slow the Flow Colorado is a free sprinkler inspection program
<br /> The City has worked hard to reduce the threat of and available to residents of participating water providers. In some 79th ANNUAL LABOR DAY PARADE i D'DD BI's PINTS IN THE PARK
<br /> damage from flooding by recognizing that floodplains have jurisdictions HO/Vs and commercial sites are also eligible. Advance Registration ongoing Day of rc isbartIon , rn Nourr-4:oopm
<br /> natural and beneficial functions if they are preserved and Why should Iparticipate? Louisville Community Park
<br /> maintained properly. Keeping floodplains open and natural FALL FE TI I AL a l EI RY SQUARE Featur[ng local brew�arnpla
<br /> Professional service provided at no charge
<br /> minimizes flood damage by allowing water to spread over a Learn simple ways to have a healthier, more beautiful Sponsors by the Louisville
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<br /> larger area. landsca landscape Chamber of Commerce
<br /> In some instances, construction in the floodplain cannot P 8:30am;Pancake Breakfast —Elm itcd Methodist Church
<br /> Receive a customized watering schedule • Bocce Tot ament �'Food,Craft&�.'endor Booths - FARMER'S MARKET
<br /> be avoided, and the City has a permitting process to address u Learn practical, easy, do-it-yourself sprinkler maintenance *Live Music * Infakab1es * the Huckleberry Pie Contest * 9 p
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<br /> these situations.Any construction on a property in a flood- tt> Learn how to improve the performance of your system *Chlldreres Entertainment ' Family Funr • Ste[nbaugh Pavilion
<br /> plain must have a floodplain development permit, including tt> Do your part to conserve Colorado's water! : * Sponsored by the Lsvl
<br /> minor residential improvements such as a deck. I. National Fine Art Show, warn-4W
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<br /> If the improvements you make to your home or com- Nothing.
<br /> mercial building exceed more than 50%of the value of the How long will it take? * FR EE SWIMMING ALL DAY'• le SUNDAY,AUG U T 31
<br /> building, it must be elevated above the base flood elevation as The entire process will take about 2 hours. NATIONAL FINE ART SHOW
<br /> part of the construction. If you see construction happening How do I schedule an inspection? www«Lou isvil I eCO.gov nna prn
<br /> without a City permit posted on the site, please contact the If you receive water from the City of Louisville AND you 303-335-4581 Sponsored by Lsvi Art Assodalion
<br /> Planning and Building Safety Department. have an operating underground irrigation system, complete
<br /> Homeowners, realtors, lenders, and insurance agents can the request form online at g _
<br /> obtain photocopies of floodplain maps and Elevation Certifi- ConservationCenter.org or call I NTER FOR
<br /> cates at the Planning Division.Additional information can be (303) 999-3820 x217. R ESQ u«e 5p eckii Thanks acs to gar Sponsors! � I
<br /> obtained from the Federal Emergency Management Agency I.-- CONSERVATION ET II nC 1 NERSTONE
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