Pages with the Tag "Health"
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Industrial / Construction Permits
Any activity disturbing one or more acres must receive a permit from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 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 ...
Drinking Water Quality / Water Quality Report
The City of Arvada goes to great lengths to make sure our drinking water is of high quality and meets all federal and state Read More ...
Teen Court Offenses
Offenses eligible for Teen Court Read More ...
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 ...
Class & Counseling Referrals
Counseling referrals and links to provider agencies are only a click away. Read More ...
Spring Is Baby Wildlife Season!
With the onset of spring comes many phone calls to the City's Animal Management Division regarding wildlife issues and conce Read More ...
Animal Management Urges Pet Owners to Vaccinate Against Distemper
As of April 2005, the Animal Management Unit has had to euthanize more than 30 raccoons sick from Distemper. 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 ...
Safety and Health
Health & Safety are key factors in maintaining the quality of life for the citizens of Arvada Read More ...
Kids Government Zone
Arvada was founded in 1870 and is the home to over 103,000 people. Our City is located between the foothills of the Rocky Mou Read More ...
Kids History Zone
City of Arvada Kids History Page Read More ...
Kids Safety Zone
Here, in the Kids Safety Zone, you will find information about keeping safe! Keeping you safe is a number one priority and we Read More ...
Domestic Violence Help
Listing of Denver area shelters for victims of domestic violence. Read More ...
Emergency Preparedness
Intro Read More ...
Colorado Earthquake Information
Geologic studies indicate there are about 100 potentially active faults Colorado and more than 400 earthquake tremors 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 ...
Flood Facts
Floods are the most common and widespread of all natural hazards. Some floods develop slowly, but flash floods can happen in Read More ...
Lightning Facts & Tips
Lightning occurs with all thunderstorms. It averages 73 deaths and 300 injuries each year. Read More ...
Tornado Facts & Tips
In this decade, Colorado has averaged around 60 tornadoes a year. However, this is quite variable from year to year. A record Read More ...
Wildfire Awareness Information
Wildfire Awareness Information Colorado saw the worst wildfire season in its history in 2002 with 3,072 wildfires burning Read More ...
Chart of Colorado's Largest Historic Earthquakes
Colorado\'s Largest Historic Earthquakes 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 ...
Influenza
The flu is caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract which are divided into three types, designated A, B, and C. Mo Read More ...
Tobacco Cessation
Want to quit smoking? Here are some links to site to help you kick the habit. Read More ...
Disposing of Hazardous Chemicals
Did you know that Jefferson County offers a location where you can take your hazardous chemicals to be safely disposed? The R Read More ...
Lead Poisoning
Lead is a highly toxic substance, exposure to which can produce a wide range of adverse health effects. Both adults and child Read More ...
Operation Touchprint Program
The Arvada Police Department created a program to help deter check and credit card fraud and forgery. 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 ...
Protecting Your Children Against Sexual Assault
Identify private parts of the body to children and tell them it is not acceptable for another person to touch Read More ...
Reducing the Risk of Acquaintance Sexual Assault
Learn of ways to reduce your risk of acquaintance sexual assault through these important safety tips. Read More ...
Moped Vs. Go-Ped
Mopeds, such as the Vespa®, are considered motorized bicycles and are rapidly becoming popular in the United States. Mopeds Read More ...
Senior Liaison
The Arvada Police Department recognizes the importance of working closely with seniors living in the community. A Senior Read More ...
Senior Liaison Officer
Senior citizens in Arvada have a police officer assigned to their specific needs. Read More ...
Senior Safe Driving: Survive-2-95
Staying connected to your community is an important part of your well-being. For most of us, driving our own car is how we Read More ...
Drinking Water
The City provides drinking water that meets or exceeds all federal standards to residents of Arvada. Read More ...
Fillup A. Can Around Town
Meet Fillup A. Can! Fillup A. Can would like all of us to dispose of trash in trash cans. Never throw trash down on the g Read More ...
Floods
The Colorado front-range and metropolitan areas have experienced flooding in the past. Flood intensity is gauged by using Read More ...
Halloween Safety Tips: Decorations
Keep candles and jack-o'-lanterns away from landings and doorsteps where costumes could brush against the flame. Read More ...
Halloween Safety Tips: Before Halloween
Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough Read More ...
Halloween Safety Tips: Trick-Or-Treating
A Parent or responsible Adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhoo Read More ...
Kids Safety Quiz
1. Before I go anywhere, I: a. Check first with my parents, teacher of person Read More ...
Fellman on the Move
Arvada Mayor Participating in Metro Mayors Active Living Initiative. Read More ...
Crucial Medicare Info to Be Presented at City Council
KATV Channel 8 Will Rebroadcast Presentation. Read More ...
Fireworks Banned in Arvada
The Arvada Police Department and Arvada Fire Protection District reminds residents that the use or explosion of any firework Read More ...
Senior Siren: a Monthly Newsletter
Published monthly by the Arvada Police Senior Liaison Officer with valuable information and even a little humor. Read More ...
Pet Safety Tips
Tip 1: Don’t leave your pet in the car. Your pet can quickly suffer brain damage or die from heatstroke or suffoc Read More ...
Table Mountain Animal Center
Founded in 1976 by an intergovernmental agreement, originally, the Jefferson Animal Shelter served as the impound facility Read More ...
Wild Animals
The city of Arvada, not unlike most urban cities in Colorado, has a diverse population of wildlife. Read More ...
Distemper Information
Distemper is a highly contagious viral disease that infects animals such as raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and unvaccinated dogs. This disease does not affect humans; however, it can be easily passed on to dogs or cats. Read More ...
Winter Pet Safety
When the weather outside turns cold and snowy, Arvada Animal Management reminds you to think about your pet's safety and recommends the following guidelines to protect your companion animal: Read More ...
Dental Benefits
The City has a self-funded dental plan, administered by Delta Dental. Participants may use any licensed dentist; however, the Read More ...
Vision Benefits
The City contracts with Vision Service Plan for eye exams and discounted eye wear for employees and covered dependents. Read More ...
Health Benefits
Employees have a choice of either Cigna Healthcare's HMO Open Access Plan or Open Access Plus Plan. Both plans include Read More ...
Once a Month Food for Seniors
The Food Bank has become a distribution site for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program to seniors ages 60 and over. Read More ...
Metro Denver Health and Wellness Commission
The Metro Denver Health and Wellness Commission Cordially invites you to attend a Regional Townhall Meeting. Join local Read More ...
Past and Present use of Animal Licensing in the City of Arvada
The first dog licensing ordinance in the City of Arvada was approved in 1904 and was the fourth ordinance written for the Cit Read More ...
Mosquito Season Not Over Yet
West Nile Virus, spread by mosquitoes, remains a threat in Colorado. Although local cities and Jefferson County work to contr Read More ...
New Program Encourages You to Beat the Heat and Reduce Ozone Pollution
The Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) is asking citizens to “chill” this summer and modify day-to-day behavior to help redu Read More ...
Disabled Residents Need to Update Dispatch System
This is a reprint of an article that ran a year ago regarding special information for emergency dispatchers. If you wou Read More ...
Arvada Police Nationally Accredited Again!
The Arvada Police Department became the first law enforcement agency in Colorado to be accredited for an unprecedented sevent Read More ...

