Clean Air Law Goes Into Effect July 1, Prohibits Smoking in Public Places p. 3

Fireworks are illegal in golden p. 5

Visit a scheduled display instead ps. 4-5

Downtown Construction Update p. 7

High School Plans Taking Shape p. 3

July 4th Festivities ps. 4-5

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July 2006 Vol. 11, issue 8

Buffalo Bill days p. 13

get your tickets now for the golden Fire department’s annual

Pancake BreakFasTfrom 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. saturday, July 29

before the Buffalo Bill days Parade. cost is $5 for adults, $3 for kids.

See your Golden firefighters for tickets.

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in This issueHeads Up: Important Upcoming Items ........................................................................................ Page 3Golden High School Construction Update .................................................................................. Page 3Lions Club Hosts Fourth of July Festival for 35th Year ............................................................... Page 4Golden Strictly Prohibits All Fireworks ...................................................................................... Page 5Heritage Square Hosts July 4 Family Fun ................................................................................... Page 5Recycle Your Phone Books .......................................................................................................... Page 6What You Can Do About Bird Flu ............................................................................................... Page 6Downtown Developments: Construction Projects Move Forward .............................................. Page 7Council’s Corner .......................................................................................................................... Page 8Mayor’s Message ......................................................................................................................... Page 8Golden Offsets Global Warming, Council Presented with Cool City Award .............................. Page 9Clean Air Law Goes Into Effect July 1, Prohibits Smoking in Public Places ............................. Page 9Jeffco Partnership Makes Dreams of Owning Home Come True................................................ Page 9Golden Community Calendar ............................................................................................. Pages 10-11Golden Greeters Draw Coors Visitors Downtown..................................................................... Page 12Clear Creek History Park Featured in Amazing Race ............................................................... Page 12Are You Ready for Buffalo Bill Days? ...................................................................................... Page 13Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers Needed to Help Uphold Liquor Code ............................. Page 14Are We Water Wise? ................................................................................................................. Page 15Free Irrigation Evaluations ........................................................................................................ Page 15Code Corner: Golden’s Leash Law ............................................................................................ Page 16Police Department’s National Night Out Aug. 1 ....................................................................... Page 16Code Q&A: Crosswalks ............................................................................................................. Page 16Golden Fire Department to Stand Down for International Fire Safety Month .......................... Page 17Golden Community Center: A Beautiful Place to Hold Your Private Function ........................ Page 18Sign Up Now for Fall Softball ................................................................................................... Page 18

chuck BarochMayor

303-278-9697E-mail: cbaroch @ci.golden.co.us

lynne TimpeiroDistrict onE

303-273-9302E-mail: ltimpeiro @ci.golden.co.us

Mary weaverWarD onE

303-384-3659E-mail: mweaver@ci.golden.co.us

Joe BehmWarD tWo

303-279-1529E-mail: jbehm

@ci.golden.co.us

karen oxmanDistrict tWo

303-278-0400

E-mail: koxman @ci.golden.co.us

diane chesbroWarD thrEE

303-279-7603E-mail: dchesbro @ci.golden.co.us

Jacob smithWarD Four

303-216-1680E-mail: jsmith

@ci.golden.co.us

2006 Golden City Council

To reach the entire City Council, e-mail citycouncil@ci.golden.co.us

The Golden Informer is produced and published monthly by the Golden City Manager’s Office and mailed as a source of news and information to all residences and businesses inside the City limits. Comments on the newsletter format and its content are welcome.

Please write to: City of Golden, 911 10th St., Golden, CO 80401, Attn: Sabrina Henderson; call 303-384-8132; or e-mail shenderson@ ci.golden.co.us.

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Mike BestorCity Manager

303-384-8010mbestor

@ci.golden.co.us

Dan HartmanPublic Works

303-384-8150dhartman

@ci.golden.co.us

Steve GlueckPlanning and Development303-384-8095

sglueck @ci.golden.

co.us

Susan BrooksCity Clerk

303-384-8014sbrooks

@ci.golden.co.us

Rod TarulloParks and Recreation

303-384-8120rtarullo

@ci.golden.co.us

Bill KilpatrickPolice

303-384-8033bkilpatr

@ci.golden.co.us

John BalesFire

303-384-8090jbales

@ci.golden.co.us

Jeff HansenFinance

303-384-8020jhansen

@ci.golden.co.us

Teresa ReillyHuman

Resources303-384-8017

treilly @ci.golden.

co.us

Sabrina Henderson

Communications303-384-8132

shenderson @ci.golden.

co.us

City of Golden Department Managers

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heads uP: Important Upcoming Items

GHS Permit Parking Plans in the Works

Earlier this summer, an open house was held to gather citizen input on a proposed plan to eliminate

the permit parking around Golden High School during the construction period. A majority of those who attended the meet-ing said they opposed the elimination of the permit parking system.

As a result, Golden City Council di-rected staff to pursue other options. Most Councilors indicated that they liked the

idea of a system that would protect home-owners with only a limited removal of the permit parking system. Council inquired about the possibility of leasing parking spaces, running shuttle buses or using ex-isting RTD bus routes for students in lieu of allowing them to park on residential streets.

Staff has scheduled a formal discussion of a new proposal for City Council’s regu-lar meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 13, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 911 10th St. There will be a public comment pe-riod during the meeting for those wishing to address the Council on this subject, or email citycouncil@ci.golden.co.us.

are You waTching?golden city council meetings are now

available on comcast channel 8 live at 7 p.m. Thursdays.

rebroadcasts are available at various times

throughout the week — check online at

www.cityofgolden.net/ channel8 for the

rebroadcast schedule.

You can also view streaming video online!

VHS and DVD recordings can be checked out at the

golden Public library.

let us know what you think by calling 303-384-8197 or email citycouncil@ ci.golden.co.us

ChannelCITY OF GOLDEN TV

This regular column in the Golden Informer identifies some of the items of greater community

interest that are likely to be scheduled for community discussion in coming weeks. For specific agendas and schedules, visit www.cityofgolden.net.

clear creek

leVels

Ever been interested in knowing just how

high and fast the water levels in Clear Creek are through Golden? You can find out in real time online at the United States Geological Survey’s web site at http://waterdata.usgs.gov/co/nwis/uv?06719505.

golden high school consTrucTion uPdaTe

Plans for the new 188,554-square-foot, $33 million Golden High School

replacement facility are taking shape and a groundbreaking ceremony has been scheduled for 4 p.m. Oct. 23.

Designed to accomodate as many as 1,450 students, the facility will have two levels in the academic wing and one level in the commons, physical education and auditorium wing.

The school will actually be two buildings designed in a U-shape around a courtyard. The classroom and administrative building will enclose two sides of the courtyard and will be built in an L-shape. The third side will be flanked by the public areas of the building, which includes the cafeteria, auditorium and gymnasia. The fourth side opens to the north and is the main entrance to the

building. All classrooms take advantage of day-

lighting techniques and the courtyard is designed to save a number of mature trees currently on site.

The new parking lot will accomodate 500 student, staff and visitor spaces. A separate off-street bus loop provides space for 13 buses and a parent pick-up/drop-off is separated from the buses and parking lot, with direct access to the new intersection on Jackson Street.

The project is currently on time and on budget for opening in August 2008.

Many more details and a site plan are available through the Jefferson County Public Schools web site at http://jeffcoweb.jeffco.k12.co.us/profiles/construction/high/index.html or call 303-982-4200.

High School Plans Taking Shape: Groundbreaking Set for October

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Make plans to come on out to enjoy a day with your neighbors and friends at the 35th annual Golden Lions Club Fourth of July Festival

from noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Lions Park, 10th and Maple streets in Golden.

This day-long event features food, entertainment, live bands and culminates with a spectacular fireworks show around 9:30 p.m. The Golden Lions Club is giv-ing back to the community again this year with free rides for all the kids.

The Fourth of July Raffle, starting at 1 p.m. this year, will feature a $1,000 grand prize, along with more than 100 other prizes, including TVs, radios, patio furniture, camera equipment and camping gear. Raffle tickets may be purchased from any Lions Club member for $1 each or a book of 10 for $5, and you do not need to be present to win. To buy your raffle tickets, look for Lions Club members at Foss Drug Store, Safeway and King Soopers, from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays.

The Fourth of July Festival Raffle is a major fund-raiser for the Golden Lions and all proceeds from this family event go toward the club’s Community Better-ment Fund. This fund has been used in the past to fi-nance numerous construction projects around town that Golden residents enjoy everyday, including:

• The concession building at Ulysses Park; • The restrooms at 12th and Arapahoe streets;• The pavilions in Lion’s, Norman D. and Beverly

Heights parks; and, • Picnic tables and benches all around Golden.All proceeds are reinvested in projects in Golden. Your

generous raffle ticket purchases help make all this happen.Come on out and celebrate the holiday, show your

community spirit and help support a very good cause: the Golden Lions Club’s Community Betterment Fund.

For more information on this day-long event and a map to the park, visit www.GoldenLionsClub.org.

Lions Club Hosts Fourth of July Festival for 35th Year

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heriTage square hosTs JulY 4

FaMilY Fun

Heritage Square will once again

be hosting its own Independence Day Weekend Celebrations, including a fireworks display.

Live bands and stage and street performances will take place from noon to 6 p.m. July 1, 2 and 4. On July 3, the Square will expand the celebrations from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., with an incred-ible fireworks display at dark.

For more informa-tion on events and activities at Heritage Square, visit www.heritage square.info.

The July 4th holiday is a wonderful celebration and gateway to the summer months. Unfortunately, it can also provide ample opportunity for danger, particularly among

children. Did you know that each year, more than 12,000 Americans, half of them children, are

treated in emergency rooms for firework-caused injuries? Of those children injured by fireworks:

• 54% were under the supervision of adults• 26% were simply bystanders• 10% suffer permanent damage• 29% suffer injury to their eyes• 22% suffer injury to their handsThe story does not end there. Many children who are allowed to use fireworks (es-

pecially matches and lighters to ignite fireworks) continue to do so after the July 4th holiday. Once children are given the opportunity to use matches and lighters, it is very difficult to take back that empowerment. As a general rule, if children are not old enough to legally buy fireworks (12 in many states), they are not old enough to light fireworks or use matches and lighters for any purpose.

This July 4th, set a safe example for children. Make the rules, expectations and con-sequences for firework use clear. Also, take the time to do these same things for matches and lighter safety year-round. Your child’s safety may depend on it.

For more fire safety information, contact Golden Fire Department Education Special-ist Kelli Hilborne at khilborne@ci.golden.co.us or 303-215-8886.

golden strictly Prohibits all Fireworks to Ensure a Safe Independence Day for Everyone

As a reminder, the use of ALL fireworks is prohibited within the golden city limits. Violators face a MiniMuM $200 Fine.

— since 1873 —

A beautifully maintained cemetery nestled at the foot of

the Rocky Mountains

• Upright Monuments

• Single/Family Sites

• Cremation Garden

• Columbarium Niches

• Veterans Section

• Open to Residents & Non-residents

303-279-1435www.goldencemetery.com

755 Ulysses St.Highway 6 & Ulysses St.

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Bird flu, also known as avian influ-enza, is an influenza type A virus normally found only in wild birds.

There are several different types of viruses in birds, but the current major concern is the H5N1 strain.

Normally bird viruses do not infect hu-mans, but the fear is that the H5N1 virus could mutate and become infectious be-tween humans. If that occurs, there will be no one with immunity and many be-lieve that an avian flu outbreak in humans could reach pandemic proportions.

Since early 2004, the federal govern-ment and other public health organizations have been working to address the poten-tial spread of the bird flu. However, most such efforts are on a much larger response scale than is likely to have immediate im-pact on small municipalities like the City of Golden.

In fact, the federal government’s “Na-tional Strategy for Pandemic Influenza” response plan stresses that communities will be left to fend for themselves in the worst-case scenario. As such, the City of Golden is taking steps to prepare its staff and citizens for response to a potential in-fluenza pandemic.

In the days and weeks immediately following an outbreak, citizens should be prepared to care for themselves and their families, as well as any neighbors or friends who may need help.

The City of Golden is currently modify-ing its emergency response plan to specifi-cally address an avian influenza outbreak. Golden will also send representation to Washington, D.C., in coming months for the latest in preparation and preparedness efforts in communities similar to ours. And the City will continue to provide pub-lic information and education through its various communications venues.

In the mean time, Golden citizens are asked to prepare themselves by doing the following:

• Get an annual flu shot for yourself and your family members to reduce your chances of contracting influenza in-fection;

• Learn about how viruses are transmit-ted and practice prevention techniques at home and work, such as proper hand-washing and cough hygiene;

• Have a supply of prescription medica-tions in reserve for up to two months (be sure to rotate them out so they do not expire);

• Have enough bottled water on hand for 1 gallon per person, per day, for up to seven days;

• Have a non-perishable food supply that can last your family 7 to 10 days;

• Become self-sufficient to shelter in a single location, as if caught in a winter storm for several days;

• Follow the same plan in preparing to care for your pets.

A complete preparedness plan can be obtained online from the American Red Cross at www.redcross.org/services/prepare.

what You can do about Bird FlurecYcle Your

Phone Books

Dex phone book distribution is un-

derway in the metro area through Aug. 2. Please recycle your old phone books at the Splash Recycling Center, 3151 Illinois St. These are recycled into new phone books, cereal boxes, insulation and other products.

The Splash Recycling Center is a single stream recycling program that accepts paper, flattened cardboard, phone books, #1 and #2 plastics, metals and glass. All materials can be placed and mixed in the same container. Please remove materials from plastic bags. These bags are not recyclable.

If you have questions or need more informa-tion, call 303-384-8183.

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downTown deVeloPMenTs

construction Projects Move Forward

As reported in earlier editions of The Golden Informer, sev-eral major construction proj-

ects are now underway in downtown Golden. These exciting projects will bring new vitality to the downtown area when they are complete, but will cause some disruptions throughout the summer season and beyond. The Gold-en Urban Renewal Authority (GURA) and City of Golden are working dili-gently with developers and construc-tion crews to minimize disruptions, but your patience is appreciated as we transition to this successful new phase in the life of downtown Golden. Below is an update on the progress of the ma-jor projects. You can also learn more online at www.gura.com by clicking on What’s New.

Jackson courtThis project is setting the stan-

dard for quick construction down-town. Begun in May, the move-ins are scheduled for this August. Dur-ing July, look for completion of the building’s exterior, as well as work on the interior.

Millstone condominiumsThe pace of construction has

picked up considerably on this proj-ect. Move-ins are now scheduled for the end of the summer for the first building. The second building should be finished by the end of this winter. The third building should be under construction by this winter as well.

gateway stationThe Gateway Station project, which

is partially funded through GURA, will replace the current Hested’s and Linder buildings with a new mixed-

use building containing underground parking, 34 residences, and more than 20,000 square feet of shops, offices and restaurants. The former “Home Imports” building on 13th Street just east of the Hested’s building and the 95-space Jackson Street parking lot will be replaced by a 268-space, GURA-funded public parking garage and other future development.

You may have already noticed workers on the Gateway Station site in June. The rest of the summer will see ever-increasing amounts of activity. If all goes according to schedule, this is what should hap-pen on the site this summer:• Preliminary site work began in mid-June with the removal of asbes-tos from within the Hested’s build-ing. That work will move to the other buildings in the project and should be complete by mid-July. • Relocation of gas, electric, cable, water and wastewater utility lines could take all of July. This will in-volve trenching around three sides of the site, beginning with 12th Street between Prospector’s Alley and Jack-son, then Jackson Street between 12th and 13th streets, and then 13th Street between Jackson and Prospector’s Alley, in that order. If you were downtown this past May, you may have noticed the street work along 12th Street between Jackson and Ford streets in front of the Post Office. The street work on tap for this summer will be very much the same. Each section will be finished in sequence to minimize disruptions. No utility construction will occur on Washing-ton Avenue.• Toward the end of July, the entire

site will be fenced off in prepara-tion for the excavation, including the Jackson Street parking lot. • Excavation will occur during the first half of August. • Actual construction will begin shortly afterwards. The parking ga-rage should be complete by May 2007 and Gateway Station should be finished by November 2007. How-ever, construction is not an exact science and delays in both projects should be expected.

The positive changes brought by this project will come only after some construction-caused head-aches for downtown businesses, traffic and pedestrians. GURA, the City, and NexCore will work dili-gently to keep life downtown flow-ing smoothly. If you experience dif-ficulties beyond what is reasonable for this project, please call GURA at 279-4162 to let us know. More information on this project is avail-able at NexCore’s site www.gold-engatewaystation.com and at www.gura.com.

The Jackson Court project has set the standard for quick construction in down-town Golden. Pictured above in mid-June, tenants are scheduled to begin moving in as early as August.

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MaYor’s Message

By Mayor Chuck Baroch

In 2005, Golden was one of just 30 national finalists in the All-America City Award sponsored by the National Civic League, which is headquartered in Denver. Even though Golden wasn’t selected as one of the Top 10 for the award, many felt that

we had a good chance in 2006. Earlier this year, I decided that we should apply again and submitted our applica-

tion. Golden was selected as a finalist. This year, Golden highlighted its downtown revitalization, Clear Creek Corridor development, and our many youth activities.

The downtown revitalization started with the streetscape and continues with current plans for the Hested’s building redevelopment into Gateway Station and new parking garage.

The Clear Creek Corridor development emphasized cleaning up the creek, adding side-walks, the Clear Creek Whitewater Park, new bridges and improvements in the adjacent parks.

The youth initiatives described in this year’s application featured Junior Leadership Golden, the Golden Police Department’s Youth Citizens Academy, Friday Night Live at the Golden Community Center, National Night Out and other opportunities pro-vided by the City and civic orientations.

Many individuals and organizations generously provided financial assistance to send a team to the competition in Anaheim, Calif. These included the City of Golden, City Attorney Jim Windholz , Downtown Merchants Association, Golden Chamber of Com-merce, Golden Civic Foundation and the Golden Urban Renewal Authority.

A team of seven individuals stepped forward and were selected to partake in the competition. They included myself, in my role as Mayor and Executive Director of the Golden Civic Foundation; my wife, Carol Baroch, who volunteers with the Golden Police Department; Golden Police Officer Ryan Custer who works closely with our youth as a School Resource Officer; Lions Club member and Junior Leadership Golden organizer Ed Dorsey; Miners Alley Playhouse Director Paige Larson; and Visitors Center volun-teers Jean Dorsey and Diane Pasquarelli. Coors Brewing Company generously donated lip balm and key chains and the City donated lapel pins and keychains with the City’s logo as giveaway items for the All-America City Award’s Civic Action Fair. The Golden delegation met frequently for several weeks leading into the competition to rehearse.

There was a lot to brag about in this year’s application and presentation. The dele-gation was optimistic that Golden would be selected as an All-America City for 2006. Unfortunately, Golden was not selected.

The 10 cities that won talked about how they addressed serious social issues, such as poverty, crime, gangs, drugs, homelessness and other challenging social issues. These social issues are not a major problem in Golden. Our delegation returns home proud of our City, despite not being awarded the title of All-America City, because we know what a great city and a great place to live Golden truly is.

council’s cornerBelow is a copy of

the Golden City Council’s calendar. Council meetings and study sessions are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Thursdays in Council Chambers at City Hall, 911 10th St., unless otherwise noted.

July 6 council reTreaT

July 13 regular MeeTing

July 20 study session

July 27 regular MeeTing

Council’s upcom-ing agendas, packets and meeting min-utes are available online under the City Council link at www.cityofgolden.net, or by calling the City Clerk’s office at 303-384-8015. You can also view stream-ing video of Council meetings online at www.cityofgolden.net/Channel8.

Golden a Finalist for All-America City Award Again in 2006

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The Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act will go into effect on July 1 throughout the state, including in

Golden. The Act was passed to protect consumers and workers from involun-tary exposure to secondhand smoke.

Colorado is the 13th state to imple-ment a statewide law prohibiting smok-ing in public places and workplaces, including restaurants and bars. To learn more about what businesses are covered by this law and to get the com-plete language of the Colo-rado Clean Indoor Air Act, visit www.smoke-freecolorado.org.

Because a viola-tion of the Clean Indoor Air Act does not constitute an emergency, vio-lations should be reported by dialing the Police Depart-ment’s non-emergency number, 303-384-8045.

Smoking will not be allowed in most outdoor dining areas of downtown ei-ther, as most are within 15-feet of an en-tryway — the distance required by the new state law.

In addition, the Golden Parks and Recreation Advisory Board plans to dis-

cuss asking City Council to extend the smoking prohibition to public

parks and trails in Golden. If you have further questions about the

implications of the Act, contact Com-munity Secondhand Smoke Specialist Rhea Staniszews-ki at the Jefferson

County Department of Health and Environ-

ment at 303-275-7558 or rstanisz@jeffco.us.

clean air law goes into effect July 1, Prohibits Smoking in Public Places

JeFFco ParTnershiP

Makes dreaMs oF

owning hoMe coMe True

Jeffco Partnership Makes Homeown-

ership Dreams Come True

Did you know that Jefferson County Com-munity Development partners with Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation (CHAC) to provide down payment assistance to qualified homebuyers? There are currently two programs offered through CHAC for eligible Jefferson County residents.

CHAC offers educa-tion, counseling, and down payment assis-tance. The partnership with Jefferson County Community Develop-ment provides special programs and up to $10,000 in financial assistance for fami-lies purchasing their first home in Jefferson County.

CHAC, has been helping first time home-buyers see their dreams come true since 1982. For more information contact CHAC at www.coloradohousingassis-tance.org or call 303-572-9445.

All over America, cities, counties and states are stepping up to help

solve one of our country’s most pressing problems: global warming. Local lead-ers are taking strides with innovative energy solutions that cut dependence on oil, benefit public health and save tax-payer dollars.

The Sierra Club presented the Cool City award to the Mayor and Golden City Council June 8. The award recognizes Golden’s urban tree plantings, which in 2005 offset 1,374 pounds of heat-trapping

carbon dioxide pollution.“Golden’s tree plantings have provided

obvious benefits, like shade and beauti-fication. But what often goes unnoticed is the significant contribution trees make in cleaning the air and reducing global warming pollution. The Cool City award is about helping to make that connection,” said Adriana Raudzens, the Sierra Club’s Colorado representative.

For more information on the Sierra Club and Cool Cities, please visit www.sierra-club.org/coolcities.

Golden offsets Global Warming,Council Presented with Cool City Award

Violations should be reported to the Police department’s non-emergency

number, 303-384-8045.

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golden coMMuniTY calendar JulY 1Golden SuperCruisePark and eat from 6 to 9 p.m. on South Golden Road and group cruise on down through historic downtown Golden at 8 p.m. Tunes by Van Jefferies throughout the night.

JulY 1, 8, 15 & 22Golden Farmers MarketCome enjoy the Golden Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in historic down-town Golden at Illinois on 10th streets next to the Golden Library. There will be fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, fresh jams, sweets and snacks, potted plants, cut flowers and much more. Take a free horse-drawn carriage ride. It’s not only a place to shop for your needs but also a place to get to know your Golden neigh-bors. Park on 11th and Illinois streets and walk right over the Billy Drew foot-bridge on Clear Creek to the market.

JulY 3Fireworks at Heritage SquareSee Page 5 or visit www.heritagesquare.info for more information.

JulY 4Lions Club Fourth of July FestivalSee Page 4 or visit www.goldenlionsclub.org for more information.

JulY 8Hands on History – Revolutionary War Soldier Ever wonder what it feels like to hold a musket or how they work? This session, from 10 a.m. to noon, July 8, at the Golden Pioneer Museum is designed to allow participants to not just learn about the weapons, tools and clothing of the past, but to actually handle them. Cost is $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Space is limited, so reservations are required. Call 278-7151.

Through JulY 9North American Sculpture ExhibitionNorth American SculptureFoothills Art Center proudly presents the 23rd installation of the North American

Sculpture exhibition, a juried exhibition showcasing 40 sculptures by 40 artists. This year we were honored with the participation of juror, George Neubert. Mr. Neubert’s selections were derived from 486 slide entries submitted by 118 artists residing in 13 states. This year’s exhibition includes sculptures by 28 Colorado artists, and 12 artists from 9 other states. The selections represent a wide range of sculptural approaches. Admission is $3 adults, $2 seniors, free for students and members. Foothills Art Center is located in the heart of historic downtown Golden at 809 15th St. Call 303-279-3922 or visit www.foothillsartcenter.org for information.

JulY 10 & 12Johnny Appleseed You think you know the story of Johnny Appleseed? Merry-Andrew Afoot presents another take on just how Johnny got those apples spread across the country in this hilarious 3-D show for all ages (under 6 with an adult, please) at 4 p.m. Monday, July 10 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 12. Free tickets are required and become available two weeks before the program in the Children’s Room of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

JulY 11, 19 & 24Animals and ArtDave, the Drawing Guy will be at the Golden Public Library’s Children’s Room to interact with kids ages 6 and older. Dave will lead art activities that coordinate with the Library’s Summer Reading Club theme, “Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales,” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 11; 3:30 p.m. July 19; and 7 p.m. Monday, July 24. Free tickets are required and become available two weeks before the program in the Children’s Room of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

JulY 1327th annual NHRA PoWERade Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals Street Party The Mopar Street Party will close Washington Avenue to vehicular traffic from 11th to 14th streets. Visit www.bandimere.com for more information on the event or for tickets.

JulY 15SCFD Free DayThe Golden Pioneer Museum will participate in the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) free day from 7 to 9 p.m. July 19, and 10 a.m. to noon July 22. A Preservation Workshop: The Basics and All Things Paper will be held concurrently. Learn how to preserve your family’s treasures and private collections. Cost is $5 for members $10 for non-members for the workshop.

JulY 22First Decents Paddle-A-ThonThis event is open to the public to come watch on Clear Creek Whitewater Course at 10th and Maple streets.

JulY 28, 29 & 30Buffalo Bill DaysSee Page 13 or visit www.buffalobilldays.com for more information.

aug. 1Book Award DayIf you have completed 8 hours of reading for the Summer Reading Club, visit the Golden Library between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. or from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, to choose your free paperback book. Your completed bookmark tally is your ticket for this event. There will be crafts, entertainment, face-painting and other activities too, all in the Children’s Room

of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

aug. 12Migratory Birds in ColoradoThis program discusses the Central Flyway Migration Route and birding in the Colorado Front Range. Presented by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12 at the Golden Public Library. The program is free. For more information, call 303-279-4585.

aug. 12 & 13Golden’s 54th Annual Flower ShowThis standard show is sponsored by the Golden Gardeners and the Table Mountain Garden Club at the Golden Community Center’s Front Porch. Ribbons and prize money will be

awarded for the exhibitors’ best efforts. There are no entry fees and all Golden residents, garden clubs and society members are urged to participate. Entries will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Judging begins at noon Saturday. Public viewing is open from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13. Call 303-384-9516.

aug. 18, 25, sePT. 1, 8 & 15Movies and Music in the ParkThe City of Golden and GREAT (Golden Resource for Entertainment Arts and Theater) Movies & Music in the Park series will run five consecutive Friday nights beginning Aug. 18 in Parfet Park. Get a complete schedule online at www.goldengreat.org or in next month’s Golden Informer.

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The Wild West Auto Roundup brought many visitors to Golden June 10 to admire the cars.

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golden coMMuniTY calendar JulY 1Golden SuperCruisePark and eat from 6 to 9 p.m. on South Golden Road and group cruise on down through historic downtown Golden at 8 p.m. Tunes by Van Jefferies throughout the night.

JulY 1, 8, 15 & 22Golden Farmers MarketCome enjoy the Golden Farmers Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in historic down-town Golden at Illinois on 10th streets next to the Golden Library. There will be fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, fresh jams, sweets and snacks, potted plants, cut flowers and much more. Take a free horse-drawn carriage ride. It’s not only a place to shop for your needs but also a place to get to know your Golden neigh-bors. Park on 11th and Illinois streets and walk right over the Billy Drew foot-bridge on Clear Creek to the market.

JulY 3Fireworks at Heritage SquareSee Page 5 or visit www.heritagesquare.info for more information.

JulY 4Lions Club Fourth of July FestivalSee Page 4 or visit www.goldenlionsclub.org for more information.

JulY 8Hands on History – Revolutionary War Soldier Ever wonder what it feels like to hold a musket or how they work? This session, from 10 a.m. to noon, July 8, at the Golden Pioneer Museum is designed to allow participants to not just learn about the weapons, tools and clothing of the past, but to actually handle them. Cost is $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Space is limited, so reservations are required. Call 278-7151.

Through JulY 9North American Sculpture ExhibitionNorth American SculptureFoothills Art Center proudly presents the 23rd installation of the North American

Sculpture exhibition, a juried exhibition showcasing 40 sculptures by 40 artists. This year we were honored with the participation of juror, George Neubert. Mr. Neubert’s selections were derived from 486 slide entries submitted by 118 artists residing in 13 states. This year’s exhibition includes sculptures by 28 Colorado artists, and 12 artists from 9 other states. The selections represent a wide range of sculptural approaches. Admission is $3 adults, $2 seniors, free for students and members. Foothills Art Center is located in the heart of historic downtown Golden at 809 15th St. Call 303-279-3922 or visit www.foothillsartcenter.org for information.

JulY 10 & 12Johnny Appleseed You think you know the story of Johnny Appleseed? Merry-Andrew Afoot presents another take on just how Johnny got those apples spread across the country in this hilarious 3-D show for all ages (under 6 with an adult, please) at 4 p.m. Monday, July 10 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 12. Free tickets are required and become available two weeks before the program in the Children’s Room of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

JulY 11, 19 & 24Animals and ArtDave, the Drawing Guy will be at the Golden Public Library’s Children’s Room to interact with kids ages 6 and older. Dave will lead art activities that coordinate with the Library’s Summer Reading Club theme, “Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales,” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 11; 3:30 p.m. July 19; and 7 p.m. Monday, July 24. Free tickets are required and become available two weeks before the program in the Children’s Room of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

JulY 1327th annual NHRA PoWERade Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals Street Party The Mopar Street Party will close Washington Avenue to vehicular traffic from 11th to 14th streets. Visit www.bandimere.com for more information on the event or for tickets.

JulY 15SCFD Free DayThe Golden Pioneer Museum will participate in the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) free day from 7 to 9 p.m. July 19, and 10 a.m. to noon July 22. A Preservation Workshop: The Basics and All Things Paper will be held concurrently. Learn how to preserve your family’s treasures and private collections. Cost is $5 for members $10 for non-members for the workshop.

JulY 22First Decents Paddle-A-ThonThis event is open to the public to come watch on Clear Creek Whitewater Course at 10th and Maple streets.

JulY 28, 29 & 30Buffalo Bill DaysSee Page 13 or visit www.buffalobilldays.com for more information.

aug. 1Book Award DayIf you have completed 8 hours of reading for the Summer Reading Club, visit the Golden Library between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. or from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, to choose your free paperback book. Your completed bookmark tally is your ticket for this event. There will be crafts, entertainment, face-painting and other activities too, all in the Children’s Room

of the Golden Public Library. For more information, call 303-279-4585, ext. 2.

aug. 12Migratory Birds in ColoradoThis program discusses the Central Flyway Migration Route and birding in the Colorado Front Range. Presented by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12 at the Golden Public Library. The program is free. For more information, call 303-279-4585.

aug. 12 & 13Golden’s 54th Annual Flower ShowThis standard show is sponsored by the Golden Gardeners and the Table Mountain Garden Club at the Golden Community Center’s Front Porch. Ribbons and prize money will be

awarded for the exhibitors’ best efforts. There are no entry fees and all Golden residents, garden clubs and society members are urged to participate. Entries will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Judging begins at noon Saturday. Public viewing is open from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13. Call 303-384-9516.

aug. 18, 25, sePT. 1, 8 & 15Movies and Music in the ParkThe City of Golden and GREAT (Golden Resource for Entertainment Arts and Theater) Movies & Music in the Park series will run five consecutive Friday nights beginning Aug. 18 in Parfet Park. Get a complete schedule online at www.goldengreat.org or in next month’s Golden Informer.

To list a community event happening in Golden here, please send your listing to: Golden City Hall, Communications Dept., 911 10th St., Golden, CO 80401,

or by e-mail to shenderson@ci.golden.co.us. Listings should include the date(s), the event name and a brief description of the event, which may include cost, location and contact

information. Submissions must be received by the first of the month prior to the issue you would like them printed in (i.e., Jan. 1 for the February issue).

Call 303-384-8132 with questions or for more information.

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Golden’s Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays next to the Golden Library.

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Golden’s very own Clear Creek History Park was featured in the national televi-sion hit “The Amazing Race” on May 17.

Last December, the Park’s staff was quietly approached by a group who wanted to do some filming at the Park. The Park’s staff worked quickly with City of Golden staff to ensure proper permits were acquired for filming and within just hours, three Amazing Race teams sped around the grounds looking for three clues near the one-room schoolhouse, 1800s cabin and blacksmith shop.

After all the excitement of filming, the most difficult part began: the staff and board of the History Park had to contain themselves and keep this exciting secret for a very long five months!

On May 17, the night of the episode’s airing, the History Park’s staff organized a special viewing party at the Bridgewater Grill in the Golden Hotel. The Bridgewater Grill vol-unteered to host and serve about 100 volunteers, City Councilors, Mayor Chuck Baroch and other community supporters as they gathered to cel-ebrate Clear Creek History Park’s 15-minutes of fame on national television.

For the Park’s staff and board, the airing of the show brought a huge sigh of relief, as their se-cret was finally out and their heirloom chickens were national television stars.

Clear Creek History Park Featured in Amazing Race

PHoToS CoURTESY oF CCHP

Above, newly-elected Golden City Councilor Joe Behm attended the Amazing Race viewing party May 17. Right, a screen capture shows race winner, BJ, looking for a clue at the History Park’s Pearce Cabin.

Clear Creek History Park staff celebrated the Park’s 15-minutes of fame and were relieved to have their “secret” out.

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draw coors VisiTors To downTown

The Golden Eco-nomic Develop-

ment Commission’s community marketing fund has arranged to have Golden Greeters from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Sat-urdays meeting, greet-ing and giving Golden information to the thousands of visitors who go on the Coors Tour. The Greeters an-swer questions about Golden and direct visitors around town so that they can fur-ther enjoy their visit by shopping, eating and visiting. Week-ends during the busy summer months, they will meet and greet visitors downtown, as well. The Greeters will promote the new 2 Hour Vacation cam-paign. Learn more at www.2hourvacation.com.

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Everyone is invited to attend Golden’s premiere commu-nity event, BUFFALO BILL DAYS, July 26 through 30 in historic downtown Golden. The Buffalo Bill Days com-

mittee strives to have something for everyone. Grab your kids and come on out to downtown Golden!

Some of the fun-filled events happening throughout the week-end include:

• A golf tournament kick-off event at Fossil Trace Golf Club;• Golden Fire Department’s annual Pancake Breakfast be-

fore the parade Saturday, July 29;• The Best in the West parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29;• Children’s rides and games, including a kiddie train and

Mutton Bustin’ contest;• Arts, Crafts and Food booths;• A ’40s and ’50s Car Show;• Orphan Car Show;• A Wild West re-enactment;• Nonstop free entertainment, including local favorites Blu

Jazz, Route 66 and Sons of the Burbs, and Denver area fa-vorites Runaway Express and Pairadeux, along with head-liners Chris Daniels & the Kings (voted Best Dance Band and Best Rock Band by Westword) and Brethren Fast Rac-ing Team (an electric hillbilly funk band); and

• Much, much more! The complete schedule of events was unavailable as of press

time, but will be available online at www.buffalobilldays.com and at the Golden Visitors Center on the corner of 10th Street and Washington Avenue.

If you would like to apply to participate in or sponsor the golf tournament, Mutton Bustin’, Best in the West parade or the car shows, please call 303-384-0003, email buffalobilldays2006@msn.com or visit www.buffalobilldays.com. Applications are also available at the Visitors Center.

The Buffalo Bill Days Committee is seeking volunteers who are interested in the continuation of this community event and are willing to apprentice members of the BBD committee to learn “the ropes” of running this event. If you are interested, please contact the committee at 303-384-0003.

are You ready for Buffalo Bill days?

July 26-30

PHoToS BY SHAWN STEIGNER

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VolunTeer oPPorTuniTies

Golden City Council is looking for a dedicated volunteer to fill

a vacancy on the Golden Local Li-censing (Liquor) Authority (LLA) board for a term that will expire in December 2006.

The LLA approves new liquor li-censes, new registered managers, modification of premises and hears show-cause hearings when there is an alledged violation of the Liquor

Code. The LLA meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 911 10th St.

Applicants must be residents of the City of Golden, be at least 21-years-old, serve without compensa-tion and must not have an interest in a business that holds a liquor or 3.2% beer license. Terms are for 4 years. Interviews are tentively scheduled

to be held by the City Council the evening of Thursday, Aug. 3.

Applications are available from the City Clerk or online at www.cityofgolden.net under Boards and Commissions, and will be accepted until 5 p.m. July 21 at the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 911 10th St. For more information, contact City Clerk Susan Brooks at 303-384-8014 or sbrooks@ci.golden.co.us.

Volunteers Needed to Help Uphold Liquor Code

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*Free

irrigaTion eValuaTions

The City of Golden is once again partner-

ing with the Center for ReSource Conservation to bring the innovative water conservation pro-gram “Slow the Flow” to Golden residents.

The program pro-vides free evaluations of irrigation systems to determine applica-tion rate and uniformi-ty, as well as soil type, root depth and water pressure, and gives residents recommen-dations for running their systems most ef-ficiently.

In 2005, the City funded the program to provide 61 evaluations at no charge to Golden residents. People who participated in the program gave it high marks and said they hoped the City would continue the program in coming years.

Irrigation evalua-tions will be conduct-ed through August, and will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the Center for Re-Source Conservation at 303-441-3278, ext. 25, schedule your free evaluation today.

Two Golden Parks Division employees recently completed training to certify them as Irrigation Auditors. Are we water wise?

An industry standard was presented in the training indicating that a contem-porary irrigation system should be programmed to provide 2-inches of water to the turf each week. Golden’s Parks Division has been programming its systems to deliver 0.8- to 1-inch of water per week — 50% less than the industry standard for many years.

Using techniques provided in the training and system audits, City staff is reviewing its irrigation programs and making changes to further reduce water use. In many cases, the current programs are already using less water than recommended by the new audits.

This means that your water managers in the Parks Division are well ahead of the curve for achieving water savings.

Tried and true irrigation practices by the Parks Division also apply to homeowners’ use of water when watering their own lawns. Homeowners should do their best to in-clude these practices at home to develop a deep turf root system.

• Set your lawnmower as high as it will go. The Parks Division cuts turf at a height of 3-inches.

• Water infrequently and deeply. A homeowners sprinkler system should only run 2 or 3 nights a week at most.

• Core aerate the turf in the spring. This helps air and water get to the root zone.• Take the time to measure your system’s water rate. Put out some small rain gauges

in between your sprinkler heads and measure the precipitation rate. Most ‘pop up’ spray heads can deliver 1.8-inches of water an hour. To deliver 1-inch of water to the grass a week, those heads need to run only approximately 35 minutes a week.

• After a good rain, turn your system off. Wait until the grass shows signs of stress before you turn it back on, This encourages a deeper root system.

• Be tolerant of some drier spots. When temperatures go above 90 degrees F, blue-grass (a cool season turf) will show signs of stress unless you really pour the water onto it. That’s a lot of extra water for a minimal improvement. The parks in Golden may be 5% stressed during the hot days.

• Don’t forget proper and timely turf fertilization. Buy fertilizer that is labeled “slow release nitrogen” and apply in

late May, early August and mid September.

Again in 2006, Golden resi-dents can apply for a free

irrigation audit of their home sprinkler system.

Call the Center for Re-Source Conservation

at 303-441-3278, ext. 25, for details.

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The Golden Police Department is hosting the annual National Night Out at 5 p.m.

Aug. 1 in Parfet Park, on the corner of 10th Street and Washington Avenue.

National Night Out is an event sponsored by police and other law enforcement agen-cies throughout the United States to pro-mote crime prevention and community in-volvement.

There will be free hot dogs, pizza, and root beer floats will be served by officers and volunteers for all who attend. Booths will display equipment used by various

specialized teams of the police department, including SWAT, traffic and bicycle teams. AirLife is expected to have a specialized medical helicopter land for tours of the cockpit and transport bay. Entertainment, face painting, clowns and games will be spread throughout the park to add to the fun and festivities.

So turn on your lights, lock your doors and come out to meet your neighbors and Golden police officers, eat some food and have a lot of fun. For questions or more information, call Officer Ryan Custer at 303-384-8193.

Police Department’s national night Out Aug. 1code corner

Golden’s Leash Law

Golden Police Code Enforcement Offi-

cers want to remind you that the City of Golden’s Municipal Code Sec-tion 7.05.010 prohibits animals from running at large. Recently, with the warm weather, there have been an increased number of dog owners allowing their pets to run in the local parks without a leash. For the safety of other park-go-ers and for your dog’s safety, please keep your pet on a leash.

The City of Golden has off-leash dog park areas at Tony Grampsas Park, 4471 Salvia St., near 44th Avenue and In-diana Street, and Ulysses Park, 1205 Ulysses St.

Dog owners who allow their pet to roam without a leash can receive a summons for Running-at-large Pro-hibited and would have to appear in court. Pet owners found guilty can face a maximum fine of $999 and up to one year in jail.

If you have any ques-tions about pet restric-tions, contact a Code Enforcement Officer at 303-384-8045 or search the Municipal Code online at www.cityof-golden.net.

code q & aThe Golden Police Department is expanding its Code Question & Answer

section in the Golden Informer to include all police related questions. Do you have any questions about the Golden Police Department, criminal or traffic law, or law enforcement in general? If so, you are not alone! Please email your questions to Officer Ryan Custer at rcuster@ci.golden.co.us. All ques-

tions will receive an answer via email and some will be included in the Golden Informer.

Q: What is the law regarding crosswalks? Craig P.

A: The Colorado Model Traffic Code (MTC) defines a pedestrian’s right-of-way in a crosswalk. The MTC states that a driver of a vehicle shall yield

the right-of-way by slowing or stopping for a pedestrian who is upon or close to approaching the half of the roadway where the vehicle is traveling. The MTC also states that a pedestrian shall not suddenly leave a curb or place of safety to walk or run into the path of a moving vehicle.

Golden Police Officers ask that pedestrians and motorists alike apply common sense when it comes to the crosswalk laws. For pedestrians, please wait for a break in the traffic before stepping into the crosswalk. For motorists, please remember to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk by stopping for them and allowing them to safely cross. When a pedestrian is “stranded” in the middle of the roadway, their personal safety is jeopardized and they have a high risk of injury.

When it comes to crosswalk safety, remember the Golden Rule and place your-self in the other person’s shoes. If you were crossing the street, would you like the traffic to stop for you, or if you were driving through a crosswalk would you like the pedestrian to wait for a break in traffic?

For information on the MTC or any Colorado State Statute, check out the Colo-rado Statute Manager on the Colorado Bureau of Investigation’s Web site at www.cbi.state.co.us or call the Golden Police Department at 303-384-8045 and ask to speak to a traffic officer.

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golden Fire deParTMenT To sTand down

The Golden Fire Department is joining thousands of fire departments across the United States and Canada for the 2006 International Firefighter

Safety Stand Down. Beginning on June 21 and continu-ing until all members of the Golden Fire Department have participated, firefighters will suspend all non-emergency activity to focus on firefighter safety.

The Department will respond to all emergency calls as normal, but between calls, firefighters, officers and chiefs will take the time to conduct safety training and drills; review safety-related standard operating proce-dures; discuss accident reports; and have an open con-versation about firefighter safety within the department. The focus of the stand down is on emergency vehicle safety — in particular, on seatbelt use and safe driving through intersections.

“The Golden Fire Department is committed to serv-ing the residents of Golden. Keeping our firefight-ers safe and healthy helps us respond effectively and keep our community protected,” said Fire Chief John Bales. “While firefighter safety is always a priority of our department, the stand down is an opportunity to dedicate a significant amount of time to the safety of our personnel.”

“The stand down also serves to remind the citizens

of Golden to do their part in keeping our community’s firefighters safe,” Bales said. “Remember to pull to the right when you see fire trucks or ambulances respond-ing, and use caution when driving by emergency scenes where firefighters or paramedics are helping accident victims.”

Last year, 106 fire fighters died in the line of duty in the United States. Most recently, on May 14, Lieuten-ant Richard Montoya of the Denver Fire Department was killed in a residential fire.

“Lieutenant Montoya’s death is a tragic reminder of just how close to home this happens somewhere in the United States about every third day,” Bales said. Thou-sands more are injured while on duty. The purpose of the stand down is to call international attention to these unacceptable numbers of line-of-duty deaths and inju-ries and devote an entire day of training to the critical issue of firefighter safety.

The stand down is sponsored by the International As-sociation of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), International Associa-tion of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the IAFC’s Volunteer and Combination Officers’ Section in partnership with nearly 20 national fire service organizations. For more informa-tion, visit www.iafc.org/standdown or call the IAFC at 703-273-0911.

for International Firefighter Safety Month

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Golden Firefighters will join thousands of fire departments throughout the country in a stand down to focus on firefight-er safety and training, like the exercises shown here.

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Imagine your special event in an elegant, contemporary room with vaulted ceilings, chandeliers and a private terrace with magnificent views of Lookout Mountain. This is the reality for brides and grooms from all over Colorado who choose to hold

their wedding reception in the Community Room at the Golden Community Center. The Golden Community Center is the perfect oasis for weddings, graduations, con-

ferences, meetings and training sessions. The Community Room offers comfort for everything from one-on-one meetings to theater-style seating for 250. The room may be divided into three sections. Rent one or all three — each comes with the view! On-site audio and visual rentals are available, as are additional business services.

Make your event extra special with the support of professional staff, plenty of pre-event setup time, and the convenience of an adjoining caterer’s kitchen. To suit your tastes, you may bring in your own caterer, cater yourself, or the Community Center will provide you a list of reputable caterers.

Other rooms available for rent at the Golden Community Center are the Windy Saddle and Beaver Brook Rooms. Each holds up to 25 people and is well-suited for birthday parties or small meetings. For birthday party rentals, the Community Center offers four packages ranging from a basic Seahorse Package, which includes swimming and room rental, to the Land and Sea package, which includes swimming, climbing, cake, drinks and room rental.

Looking to plan an outdoor event in the warm summer months? Rent one of the pa-vilions at a City of Golden Park. Pavilions may be rented at Lions Park East and West, 1300 10th St.; Golden Heights, West 2nd Avenue and Maple Street, west of the Jeffer-son County Fairgrounds; or Tony Grampsas Memorial Park, 4471 Saliva St.

The Golden Community Center, located at 1470 10th Street, is easily accessible from all major highways and parking is free. Travel time takes approximately 10 to 20 min-utes from the Denver-metro area and surrounding communities. For more information on City of Golden rentals, tours, prices and availability, call Facility Reservations at 303-384 -8133 or visit www.cityofgolden.net.

The golden community center: A Beautiful Place to Hold Your Private Function

$25 offroom or Pavilion rental

Offer valid toward pavilion, community room, and full-day rentals only. Discount applied toward rentals made in 2006 for the year 2006 or 2007 only. Not valid toward birthday party packages.

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Fall Softball Regis-trations are start-

ing now. Visit www.cityofgolden.net or contact Becky Rich-mond at 303-384-8194 for information on how you can get your team registered for the most popular sport in town. Men’s, women’s and co-ed leagues are available for teams of all levels. Sign up early.

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