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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR CONTINUED nine people are killed every day in the United State due to distracted driving. as the City matures,we have lots of amenities that need maintenance—whether that involves trails,roads,landscap- You can limit the risks of distracted driving by using the"Do ing,parks,water systems or recreation centers. We intend to Not Disturb"setting on your phone or downloading a mobile move incrementally to focus more of the budget on opera- application that restricts use of the your phone while driving. tions and some less on new capital projects. Nevertheless, As a pedestrian or bicyclist,you can follow signage and other we are still thinking long-term about issues of environmental traffic safety tools.Cross at designated crosswalks and stop at sustainability,economic vitality,public safety and infrastruc- signs and traffic signals and follow their cues. ture maintenance.We are still dreaming of the future we Looking for additional information?To report an emergency, want to see for Louisville. I hope that future residents will please call 911.To report an unsafe driver or speak with think our dream was beautiful. an officer,please call the Louisville Police Department at -Bob 303.441.4444.To learn more about traffic safety and the new improvements that have been installed around town,visit TRAFFIC SAFETY IN LOUISVILLE the City's website at www.LouisvilleCO.gov/TrafficSafety. All the Lous in Louisville loved their town a lot.But when it HOME SECURITY TIPS came to driving carefully,many people were not.So little tiny Lou from Louisville had a plea-for all of his neighbors to Why leave doors and windows open to crimes of opportu- please watch their speed! nity?Burglaries can occur at anytime and anywhere. Burglars are criminals of opportunity.They target homes they know they can easily get in and out of as quickly as possible with- WE LOVE OUR TOWN, PLEASE out getting caught. Burglars can be discouraged if they have to put too much effort into entering a home. SLOW DOWN Security,sound and visibility are the three main factors to consider in preventing burglary.By ensuring your doors,win- dows and garage are closed and locked at all times,you add a buffer of time for someone to observe and notify police of someone entering your home. Burglars can also be discour- aged by sound,such as a barking dog or audible alarm, o which can draw unwanted attention to them. Traffic safety(i.e.distracted driving,speeding,aggressive Homes with poor lighting or with trees and bushes block- driving) is the most common ing visibility are perfect targets for burglars.Keep bushes complaint the City receives trimmed and provide sufficient lighting at night.Motion from neighborhoods and it is detecting lights are excellent deterrents. because unsafe driving has a Leaving obvious valuables visible through the windows of direct impact on the quality of life of our residents. your home or vehicle may be compelling temptations.Do What is the City doing?The City is working on short and long- not leave purses,billfolds,portable GPS systems,etc.on a term solutions to address traffic safety.The City is exploring tabletop inside your home clearly visible from the outside. short-term speed management tools and auto,pedestrian Do not leave any type of valuables,including loose change, and bicycle improvements like enhanced crosswalks and sig- in your car,and lock your car!For additional information, nage that will immediately improve traffic safety.Long-term contact the Louisville Police Department at 303.666.8634. improvements will be considered in 2018 as the City begins the process for the Transportation Master Plan,which will HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FACILITY look at traffic safety and areas of concern. Are there hazardous materials in your garage that you would The City also relies on enforcement to address this issue.The like to dispose of safely and responsibly?Did you know that Police Department continues to provide directed traffic en- as a Boulder County resident or business you can properly forcement throughout the community to encourage slowing dispose of your household hazardous materials,with proof of down,use temporary sign boards to relay important safety residency or business location? The Boulder County House- messages to drivers and will be equipping its vehicles with hold Hazardous Materials Facility(HHMF)accepts household moving speed measuring devices. hazardous materials from residents Wednesday through What can you do?As a driver,you can drive slowly and cour Saturday from 8:30 am-4 pm.Businesses can bring materials teously,act like a guest in all neighborhoods and make our on Tuesdays by appointment only. For more information, streets safer and friendlier by driving the speed limit.The please go to Boulder Countys website:www.BoulderCounty. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that org/Environment/Hazardous-Waste/Management-Facility. Page 2 • September 2018