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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 "Safety"

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Courts Summons and Ticket Information

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

Teen Court

The Arvada Teen Court Program provides an opportunity for first-time offenders between the ages of 12 and 17 to be sentenced Read More ...

Continuances

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

Permit Guides and Applications

The City of Arvada has adopted building code regulations to assure that buildings built in the city are safe for use by its citizens. The adopted codes are the minimum regulations necessary to ensure that buildings are built to an acceptable level of safety and durability. 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 ...

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 ...

Arvada Marshal's Office

The Marshal is responsible for Courtroom security, to include maintaining peace and order in the Courtroom and screening pers 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 ...

Finding Or Adopt a Pet

Serveral ways to find a lost pet or adopt one.  Find a pet for adoption in your area Enter Your Zip Read More ...

Prohibited Items

The goal of the Marshal's Office is to make the Arvada Municipal Court a safer and more secure environment for everyone. Read More ...

Domestic Violence Help

Listing of Denver area shelters for victims of domestic violence. Read More ...

Emergency Preparedness

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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 ...

Drought Facts

Drought is an ambiguous hazard that defies a universal definition. Typically, drought is a shortage of water associated with 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 and can be prevented by annual influenza vaccinations 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 ...

Apartment and Rental Community Safety

Safety within the city's apartment communities is an area the Arvada Police Department focuses. Four Community Resource Offi Read More ...

Identity Theft

Identity theft is one of the most rapidly increasing crimes occurring in Arvada. Identity Theft involves acquiring key pieces 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 ...

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 ...

Arvada Curfew Law

Sec. 21-81. Unlawful presence. (a) It shall be unlawful for any minor 17 years of age or younger to loiter in a public place, 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 ...

Operation Lifesaver

Operation Lifesaver is a program that's taught all around the world! It is a fun educational program that teaches you how to Read More ...

Drinking Water

The City provides drinking water that meets or exceeds all federal standards to residents of Arvada. 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 ...

Arvada City Hall Evacuated While Bomb Squad Investigated Suspicious Car

The Arvada City Hall complex (8101 Ralston Rd.) and a United States Post Office facility (5885 Allison Street) were evacuated Read More ...

Power Against Fraud Seminar

Arvada Church of Christ, 6757 Simms Street, Saturday, May 20, 10:00am - noon  Think you know how to prote 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 ...

Animal Management

Arvada Police Department's Animal Management Unit is comprised of six officers and one road supervisor... Read More ...

Vacation (Watch)

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

Arvada Animal Rules & Regulations

Owning an animal is a privilege and also a big responsibility. The purpose of animal control laws is to protect the Read More ...

How to Adopt a Pet

Staff and volunteers at Table Mountain Animal Center work hard to place our adoptable animals in loving, permanent homes. Read More ...

Lost & Found Pet Reports

If you have lost or found a pet please call Arvada Animal Management at 720-898-6850. Read More ...

Pet Safety Tips

Pets depend on their human owners to take responsible and safe care of them. The following tips can help ensure the safety 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 ...

Breed Bans

There is a lot of controversy about breed specific legislation, many differing opinions. In Arvada there is not any breed specific laws in place. 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 ...

Car Seats for Kids

Colorado has an important child passenger safety law.     Read More ...

Click it Or Ticket

Click It or Ticket is a seat belt enforcement campaign coordinated by Colorado Department of Transportation. Read More ...

Trouble Traffic Task Force

What is the Trouble Traffic Task Force? Read More ...

Meet Our Community Safety Coordinator

Janette Stack... Read More ...

Programs Offered by the Community Safety Unit

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Nuisance Cats

A nuisance cat can be a neighbor’s cat that wonders onto your property and causes damage to your shrubs, gardens, pesters birds at your bird feeder, etc. 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 ...

Dog Licenses

Arvada law now requires dogs to be licensed! Things to know:A dog license may be obtained through the Jefferson County Read More ...

Van Bibber Trail Crossing at Ward Now a Beautiful, Safe Journey

Bicycling or walking east along Van Bibber Creek Trail from the trailhead at Indiana Street and through Van Bibber Open Space Read More ...

Emergency Lights Reminder

On Thursday, April 5 at approximately 9:30 a.m., Arvada Police Motorcycle Officer Dave Cantrell was responding to a call to a 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 ...

Warrant Issued for Arvada Murder Suspect; Two Others Arrested

Arvada Police believe a suspect wanted for the murder of an Arvada man in early July may be in the area of Buckeye, Arizona Read More ...

Quiet Zones Moving Forward

Arvada 1st in State to File Notice Arvada is the first community in Colorado to file a formal Notice of Intent with the Fe Read More ...

Got License?

Arvada Residents in Adams, Jefferson County Required to License Dogs All municipalities within Jefferson County have adopt Read More ...

Synthetic Turf Fields Coming to Long Lake Park

This is not your daddy’s AstroTurf. Forget about the scraped knees and sprained ankles of the past.  The latest and 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 ...

Trick Or Treat Street in Olde Town

If you’re looking for a safe and spook-tacular location for trick or treating this year, join us in Olde Town on Friday, Octo 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 ...