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City of Arvada
8101 Ralston Road
P.O. Box 8101
Arvada, CO 80001-8101
Phone: 720-898-7000


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Pages with the Tag "Community"

The following pages have been tagged with the keyword "Community". Tags help categorize pages with related topics.

Arvada History

The story of our community begins with the discovery of gold on June 22, 1850. A wagon train of prospectors, bound for California, crossed the Platte River just north of the confluence with Clear Creek, and followed Clear Creek west for six miles. The members of the wagon train rested for a day, and Lewis Ralston dipped his gold pan in an unnamed mountain stream. He found almost $5 worth of gold in his first pan. The stream was later named Ralston Creek in his honor. Read More ...

Streaming Video

KATV Channel 8 presents the following programs in streaming video format: the three most recent Arvada City Council Read More ...

Organizational Values

ProfessionalismWe will provide quality service through commitment and responsiveness. AccountabilityWe will accept ownersh Read More ...

Arvada Urban Renewal Authority (Aura)

The Arvada Urban Renewal Authority is responsible for revitalizing three distinct urban renewal districts - Ralston Fields, Read More ...

Arvada Festivals Commission

Advises and makes recommendations to City Council on future and existing festivals of community wide celebration; sponsors, Read More ...

Arvada Festivals Commission

Advises and makes recommendations to City Council on future and existing festivals of community wide celebration; sponsors, Read More ...

Arvada Report

The Arvada Report is a newsletter published by the City of Arvada. It is distributed to all households and businesses and the Read More ...

Schedule

This page contains the current KATV schedule listing Read More ...

Work in the Street / Request for Revocable Temporary Street Closure

The City regulates all work within the street. Read More ...

Sister Cities Program

Sister Cities International grew out of a program initiated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in the late 1950's for the pur Read More ...

Festivals Commission

Arvada celebrates in a variety of ways at its exuberant festivals. Family fun and free activities are the hallmark of Read More ...

Transportation

The Arvada community is served by a variety of transportation options that allow easy connection to major business and retail Read More ...

Feds Continue Significant Cuts to Cdbg

Grant Assists Low and Moderate-Income Residents The City will experience one of the deepest cuts since 2001 to the annual Read More ...

Class & Counseling Referrals

Counseling referrals and links to provider agencies are only a click away. Read More ...

Continuances

Read here for information on the process and procedure for requesting a continuance. Read More ...

Drought Facts

Drought is an ambiguous hazard that defies a universal definition. Typically, drought is a shortage of water associated with Read More ...

Arvada Police Department

Members of the Arvada Police Department are proud to serve the citizens of this extraordinary community. Read More ...

Teen Court

The Arvada Teen Court Program provides an opportunity for first-time offenders between the ages of 11 and 17 to be sentenced Read More ...

Awards and Recognitions

KATV Channel 8, Arvada's own local government access cable channel, is the recipient of many local and national awards for e Read More ...

Programming

Have you watched KATV Channel 8 recently? Tune in to learn more about your community! The following schedule lists times that Read More ...

KATV 8

Arvada 8, All Arvada All the Time! Read More ...

Citizen Transportation Committees

Intro Read More ...

Flu

The flu is caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract and can be prevented by annual influenza vaccinations Read More ...

Winter Weather Preparedness

A major winter storm can be lethal. Preparing for cold weather conditions and responding to them effectively can Read More ...

Protect Yourself Against West Nile Virus

Warm weather and standing water add up to mosquitoes and potential exposure to the West Nile Virus. With a few precautions Read More ...

72 Hour Emergency Prepardness Kit

The 72-Hour Emergency Kit should be individually tailored to meet the basic survival needs of your family Read More ...

Sports

Colorado is an active place and the community of Arvada is no exception. With an average of over 300 sunny days per year Read More ...

Volunteer Opportunities

The City of Arvada uses volunteers in several places in the organization but at the present time we do not have a volunt Read More ...

Apex Center

The Apex Center has a lot to offer! Read More ...

The Essential Home Repairs Program

This program is designed to assist Arvada homeowners in making needed repairs and energy saving improvements to their homes. Read More ...

Community

Arvada, Colorado offers the perfect living and working environment... Read More ...

House to Home Ownership Down Payment Assistance Loan Program

Funding Partners for Housing Solutions in partnership with local jurisdictions and FirstBank have a program available to prov Read More ...

Teen Court Volunteer Job Descriptions

Interested in Teen Court? Openings exist for Magistrates, Jurors, Baliffs, Defense Attorneys and Prosecuting Attorneys. Read More ...

Directions to City Hall

The Municipal Court is located in Arvada's City Hall Building between Wadsworth Blvd. and Kipling Blvd. Read More ...

Court Summons and Ticket Information

If you received a summons and are required to appear in Arvada Municipal Court. Read More ...

Emergency Preparedness

The City's Emergency Preparedness site offers some basic information about preparing your home, work site, and your family fo Read More ...

Arvada Fire Protection District

The Arvada Fire Protection District is a combination department comprised of volunteer and full time personnel.  Althoug Read More ...

Auto Theft

Auto theft is a crime that has seen a dramatic increase in recent years. There are methods to minimize your risk. Read More ...

Ralston House

The Community Safety Coordinator focuses on pro-active education and prevention strategies. Read More ...

Senior Assistance

Many services and programs are made available throughout Arvada and the Denver Metropolitan area for senior citizens Read More ...

Wireless Access Initiative

In September, 2006, a group of 10 Colorado cities and counties came together to form a partnership called Colorado Wireless C Read More ...

Comprehensive Plan

The Comprehensive Plan is a guide to help the City make decisions and establish its future direction. The plan contains land Read More ...

Gold Line Advisory Committee

Appointed by City Council in June 2001 as the Light Rail Transit Advisory Committee, the group now known as the Arvada Gold L Read More ...

Jefferson County and Arvada Neighborhood Stabilization Program

Jefferson County has been awarded $6.01 Million Dollars in Federal NSP Funds. In partnership with the Cities of Arvada, Golden, Lakewood and Wheat Ridge, these funds will be used to help stabilize neighborhoods throughout Jefferson County. Read More ...

American Recovery Act -The CDBG-R Recipients

  THE CDBG-R SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT     ENSURING RESPONSIBLE SPENDING OF RECOVERY ACT FUNDS Fu Read More ...

American Recovery Act -Jurisdiction/Grantee Name

Three targeted area for improvement, Memorial Park Playground, Arvada Food Bank and Carin Clinic Read More ...

American Recovery - application for Federal Assistance

Federal Assistance through the Comunity Development Block Grant-R Read More ...

Apartment and Rental Community Safety

Arvada Police Department is committed to keeping multi-housing and rental properties as safe as possible. Read More ...

Apartment and Rental Community Safety

Arvada Police Department is committed to keeping multi-housing and rental properties as safe as possible. Read More ...

Apartment and Rental Community Safety

Arvada Police Department is committed to keeping multi-housing and rental properties as safe as possible. Read More ...

Fillup A. Can Day, City-Wide Volunteer Litter Cleanup

On the first Saturday of May, thoughtful volunteers throughout the City pick up litter. Read More ...

Seal in $avings Year-Round with Insulate Colorado

Seal in $avings Year-Round with Insulate Colorado Rebates Now Available for Homeowners Read More ...

Vacation Watch

Are you planning a vacation? The Arvada Police Department can put a "special watch" on your property Read More ...

Counter Terrorism

Counter Terrorism It's natural to be afraid of terrorists and their acts. It's also our fear upon which terrorists feed. Read More ...

Counter Terrorism

Counter Terrorism It's natural to be afraid of terrorists and their acts. It's also our fear upon which terrorists feed. Read More ...

New Fha Programs to Help Homeowners in Default Or Foreclosure

The Federal Housing Administration has two new programs to help borrowers that are at risk of default and foreclosure. Read More ...

City Council Meetings Schedule

Join Mayor Frie and Councilmembers Allard, Anderson, Azari, Dyer, McGoff, and Williams for the meetings that shape Arvada! Read More ...

Protecting Your Children Against Sexual Assault

Children are especially vulnerable to sexual predators. Learn what you can do to help protect your child Read More ...

At Risk of Electricity Or Gas Shut Off?

Are you or someone you know facing an electric or gas shut-off by Xcel Service Company? Help may be available. For twelve yea Read More ...

Teen Court Offenses

Offenses eligible for Teen Court Read More ...

Understanding the Crime of Sexual Assault

The recent high profile public stories about the crime of sexual assault heighten everyone's awareness on the issue. Read More ...

Rental Improvement Loan Program

The City of Arvada and First Bank have teamed up to provide financial assistance to private rental property owners for the Read More ...

Pay My Water Bill

Did you know that you can pay your water bill on line or by phone? Read More ...

Pay My Water Bill

Did you know that you can pay your water bill on line or by phone? Read More ...

Mechelen, Belgium: Arvada's First Sister City

In November of 1992, Arvada formally established its first sister city relationship with Mechelen, Belgium. Located midway (about 14 miles from each) between the capital city of Brussels and Belgium's largest seaport, Antwerp, Mechelen promises to provide Arvada... Read More ...

Junked, Inoperable Or Unlicensed Vehicles

It is unlawful to leave any junked, inoperable Read More ...

History of Festivals Commission

History  Mission:  To actively plan, coordinate and produce events; coordinate volunteers; seek sponsors; Read More ...

Environmental Contact Numbers

This page proives a list of phone numbers, links and email address for common envirnmental concerns Read More ...

Get Involved

Learn more about Arvada\'s environment and what we can all do to keep Arvada beautiful. Tell your parents and teachers about Read More ...

Lightning Facts & Tips

Lightning occurs with all thunderstorms. It averages 73 deaths and 300 injuries each year. Read More ...

Colorado Earthquake Information

Geologic studies indicate there are about 100 potentially active faults Colorado and more than 400 earthquake tremors Read More ...

Chart of Colorado's Largest Historic Earthquakes

Colorado's Largest Historic Earthquakes Read More ...

Visit Historic Olde Town Arvada

Plan a trip to historic Olde Town Arvada. Enjoy the flavor of an old town experience, including unique shops Read More ...

Get Rid of My Garbage

Arvada, like many municipalities, does not provide municipal trash services. Instead, this is a privatized business. Compa Read More ...

Know What City Government Does for Me

link to Colorado Municipal League Read More ...

Find a Library

Where are the local libraries? Read More ...

Arvada Dog Park Events

Vendor Day at the Park Our 3rd Annual Vendor Day at the Park was a huge success.  We would like to thank all communit Read More ...

Arvada Dog Park Events

Vendor Day at the Park Our 3rd Annual Vendor Day at the Park was a huge success.  We would like to thank all communit Read More ...

Diazinon Is a Hazard to Our Creeks

The common pesticide Diazinon is becoming a problem in Colorado rivers and streams. Homeowners who dump Diazinon down Read More ...

Senior Services

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Meet Our Community Safety Coordinator

Janette Stack... Read More ...

Welcome to the New Website

Welcome to the City of Arvada's website. If you're visiting us from a location far away, you've come to the right place to Read More ...

Arvada's Century: Preserving Our History

The Arvada Historical Society was organized August 24, 1972. Over the years its efforts resulted in the birth of the Arvada Center, and the restoration of the Arvada Flour Mill. The Society helped secure State and National Historic Designations for Olde Town Arvada, and urged the dedication of Gold Strike Park to commemorate the Lewis Ralston gold discovery of 1850. Read More ...

Teacher's Pages

The City of Arvada offers a variety of education programs available to local schools, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts and church grou Read More ...

Submit a New Community Partner Listing

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Smoking Restricted in Public Places

"The city council finds, determines, and declares that the smoking of tobacco or of any other plant or weed in certain areas Read More ...

Report a Broken Street Light - Thank You

Thank you page for the Broken Streetlight form. Read More ...

Links to Community Organizations

Links to Community Organizations Read More ...

Information Technology Strategic Plan

This document outlines current standards, issues and projects facing the City and the Arvada Fire Protection District. Read More ...

Information Technology Infrastructure Plan

This plan starts to outline why choices are made relating to technology. It will serve as a baseline plan. Read More ...

Information Technology Business Plan

The Information Technology Plan looks at the 'business' of the department. Read More ...

Higher Learning

Information about institutions of higher learning in and around Arvada. Read More ...

Arvada Adopts Preferred Alignment for Metro Beltway Completion

On June 7, 2004 the City Council ratified a Planning Commission resolution endorsing a preferred alignment for the Northwest Read More ...

Add a Photo to the Community Gallery

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Update from Mike Coen in Kazakhstan

The following is a recent letter from Mike and Dottie Coen, who are part of Arvada Sister Cities International and are in Kyz Read More ...

Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan; Arvada's Second Sister City

Arvada's Second Sister City Read More ...

An Overview of Arvada Sister Cities International

  Sister Cities International (SCI) describes sister city relationships as a broad-based, officially approved, long-t Read More ...

Ward Road and Alkire Street Connection

The Ward Road extension north of W. 72nd Avenue and connecting to Alkire Street is a part of the city's transportation plan Read More ...

Northwest Corridor (Beltway) Transportation Study

The Northwest Corridor Environmental Impact Statement project team, studying the completion of the final link in the 470 belt Read More ...

Highway 36 Corridor Environmental Impact Statement

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), in cooperation with the Colorado Read More ...