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Downed Tree Limbs

Thank you for your patience as the City responds to the downed tree limbs on roadways and trails

City Manager Selection

The City has begun the recruitment/selection process for the next Arvada City Manager

2022 Arvada High School Graduates

Arvada High School seniors honored with lighting of the Olde Town Water Tower

Emergency Notifications

Jefferson County is moving the emergency notification system to the LookoutAlert platform

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News

Get Connected with Arvada's Trails Day
Updated 9 days ago

Arvada, CO – Arvada’s Majestic View Nature Center is celebrating National Trails Day. The purpose of Arvada’s 20th annual Trails Day event is to encourage everyone to get connected outdoors. Trails Day focuses on trail stewardship and the connections we can make with our outdoor...

City of Arvada Begins National Search for Next City Manager
Updated 21 days ago

Following the announcement by Arvada City Manager Mark Deven that he will be retiring in October 2022, the City of Arvada has begun the process of recruiting for his replacement. The City is conducting a national search to fill this very important position. The application period opens Friday, May...

City of Arvada to Host Community Open House, Saturday, May 14
Updated 24 days ago

City of Arvada residents are invited to join the City team on Saturday, May 14, for a Community Open House. Many City units will be on hand with informational displays, hands-on activities including a touch-a-truck area with our Streets, Parks and Utilities teams. The Open House is an...

Rachael Kuroiwa Selected as Chief Communication Manager
Updated 1 month ago

The City of Arvada has announced the selection of Rachael Kuroiwa as Chief Communication Manager. Kuroiwa, who previously served as the City’s Infrastructure Communications Manager, will begin serving in her new role beginning Monday, April 11. “Rachael’s experience,...

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Arvada's Micromobility Program
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Preview of Arvada's Micromobility Program

The Arvada City Council approved a micromobility pilot program in, 2021. This program allows rental scooters and bikes to be used in a one-mile radius area around the G Line which is identified as the pilot program zone in Olde Town Arvada.

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Events

Community

May 28th, 8:00am Vegetable Garden Workshop

Adults, $20 Join our friends from Frontline Farming to learn about the benefits of growing your own food, tour the farm at Majestic View, and learn tips and tricks for growing and nurturing your own vegetable garden in Coloradoâs unique and challenging growing

May 28th, 9:00am Bark at the Park

Community support and participation are critical in the overall success of the dog park. Bark at the Park events are held once a month (weather permitting). Bring your canine companion and come support West Arvada Dog Park! Meet new friends and local dog-friendly

May 28th, 10:00am Ralston Central Splash Pad Opens

The Splash Pad will open for the 2022 season on Saturday, May 28.

Jun 1st, 12:00pm Meditation in Nature

Adults, free. Join us on your lunch break and be guided in various meditation techniques in a natural setting. Nature has a great deal to offer us in our meditation practice and in our chaotic and stressful world, quiet time in nature can rejuvenate, relax, and

Government

Jun 2nd, 5:30pm Neighborhood Meeting for Proposed Development

This notice is to inform you of the opportunity to participate in a neighborhood meeting. Family Tree Inc., and BlueLine Development, Inc. are requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a new multi-jurisdictional housing campus to serve people most vulnerable to experiencing

Jun 6th, 6:00pm City Council Business Meeting

The meeting will be held in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda for this meeting will be posted on the Friday prior to the meeting and can be accessed using the provided link.

Jun 7th, 6:10pm Planning Commission Meeting

The commission reviews annexations, rezonings, subdivisions, planned unit developments and formulates a long-range comprehensive plan. The Planning Commission normally meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, but occasionally meeting dates are adjusted.

Jun 9th, 5:30pm Liquor Licensing Meeting

The Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority generally meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Information about the Liquor Licensing Authority and their meeting agendas is provided in the link provided.

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City Government & Management

The City of Arvada is divided into four Council districts. Residents of each district elect a council member who lives within the district and represents the concerns of that district. The Mayor and two other councilmembers are elected "at large," meaning that they represent the entire City of Arvada rather than a specific area or District. The City Manager's Office supervises implementation of policy and procedure as directed by the City Council.