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Judge Kathryn Kurtz discusses Arvada's Municipal Court and the value of balancing community safety with support for the individual.

In this episode: 

• Arvada's Municipal Court handles 7,500-8,000 cases yearly including traffic violations, ordinance violations, code enforcement, and animal control issues
• A ballot measure is being considered to remove the residency requirement for judges
• The One Small Step Court program offers specialized support for individuals experiencing homelessness
• Judge Kurtz shares her judicial philosophy of "own it, fix it, forget it" – encouraging people to take responsibility, make amends, and then move forward with their lives

New and events: 

• Movies Around Town continues Friday, August 8 with Happy Gilmore at Bridgeside Park
• Vote for your pick for the People's Choice Movie that will air August 29 at Clear Creek Valley Park
• High Tea for Seniors is Saturday, August 9 from 1-3pm for residents 85 and up, RSVP by July 25
• Request a visit from Arvada's Police or Fire departments during National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5
• Final Bulky Item Drop-off Event is Saturday, August 16 from 9am-2pm at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC)

Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.