Pages with the Tag "Community"
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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
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
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 ...

