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Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Fight Against EAB with City Forester Ian MacDonaldSend us a textArvada City Forester Ian MacDonald discusses the alarming spread of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) throughout the city and what residents need to know to protect their ash trees. This invasive pest has accelerated from small isolated areas to citywide presence, with MacDonald warning that we're now entering the steep part of the mortality curve where tree loss happens rapidly.In this episode:Emerald Ash Borer has spread from the Homestead Park neighborhood in southeast Arvada (first detected in 2020) to locations throughout the cityThe City's forestry team has been...2025-08-0637 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Municipal Courts with Judge KurtzSend us a textJudge 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 issuesA ballot measure is being considered to remove the residency requirement for judgesThe One Small Step Court program offers specialized support for individuals experiencing homelessnessJudge 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 livesN...2025-07-2333 min
Inside ArvadaPark and Recreation Month with Steve GustafsonSend us a textIn honor of Park and Recreation Month in Arvada, Parks Manager Steve Gustafson joins us to share his lifelong passion for parks maintenance and the complexities of managing the city's vast outdoor spaces.In this episode:Overview of the Arvada Parks Department, which maintains over 200 sites across 4,200 acres with 56 full-time employeesThe collaborative relationship and distinctions between Arvada Parks and Apex Park and Recreation DistrictHow Arvada Parks are funded with half coming from Jefferson County Open Space sales tax and half from the city's general fundThe Jefferson County Property Search tool...2025-07-0926 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's City Management with new City Manager Don WickSend us a textDon Wick talks about his 30-year journey of serving the Arvada community, from starting out as an entry-level police officer in 1985 to recently becoming the new city manager. Don explains how all of his previous experience – Police Chief, Public Works Director, and Deputy City Manager – has prepared him to step into his new role leading the city. In this episode:How the city manager is responsible for executing City Council's Strategic PlanHow the Ralston Road Bond Project is an example of executing the City Council Strategic PlanOpportunities and challe...2025-06-2533 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada Utilities Projects with Mary StahlSend us a textUtilities Engineering Manager, Mary Stahl discusses some of the public improvement projects happening throughout Arvada to replace aging water and sewer systems. Much of Arvada's underground utilities were installed in the 1960s-70s and now, 50-60 years later, they need to be replaced to maintain public health and prevent service disruptions.In this episode:Sheridan sewer line replacementTennyson sewer line replacementIndiana Street water line projectSierra Vista water line replacementWater treatment plant replacementVisit arvadaco.gov/publicimprovementprojects for a map of current infrastructure projects throughout the city.2025-06-1119 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada Summerfest with Adelle BurtonSend us a textGet ready for the City's new summer kickoff celebration, Arvada Summerfest, with Special Events and Public Arts Manager Adelle Burton. Summerfest is a brand new event sponsored by the Arvada Festivals Commission on Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ralston Park Addition (64th Ave. and Quail St. just north of Arvada West High School). The free event is both family- and pet-friendly. Adelle shares with us what to expect at Summerfest, including a beer garden, free kids activities, a pet swimsuit contest/parade and a lineup of...2025-05-2825 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Ralston Creek Improvements with Sam RogersSend us a textSam Rogers, Civil Engineer with Arvada's stormwater and floodplain team, details how the City manages flood risks through infrastructure projects. Sam provides updates on the Ralston Creek Improvement Project near the West Woods Golf Course that stems from the 2013 floods.Also mentioned in the episode: The Lake Arbor Restoration Project that is completeOther work of the stormwater department, including protecting water quality in our lakes and creeksFlood insurance and Arvada's Community Rating System progressNews & EventsJune 7 Bulky Item Drop-off Event from 9am to 2pmVarious utilities projects underway a...2025-05-1439 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Trails and Open Space with Bob BromleySend us a textArvada's Open Space Supervisor Bob Bromley shares his 35 years of experience managing the city's trails and natural areas. He explains the ecological approaches used to maintain over 150 miles of hard surface trails and 3,400 acres of open space using sustainable practices.Topics discussed in this episode include: Arvada's trails network, which includes the Ralston Creek Trail, Little Dry Creek Trail, Van Bibber Creek Trail and several neighborhood trailsOpen space and natural area maintenance; including mowing frequency along trails and greenwaysInnovative, sustainably focused initiatives that Bob's team is doing, including b...2025-04-3036 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Sustainable Golf Course Maintenance with Joe KunzeSend us a textManager of Golf Course Maintenance and Operations Joe Kunze brings 30 years of industry experience to Arvada's two city-owned courses, Lake Arbor and West Woods, implementing sustainable practices that benefit both golfers and the broader community.Topics discussed in this episode include: • Tips on how to maintain your own lawn, including when to fertilize and aerate• How deep, infrequent watering mimics rainfall patterns, saves water and promotes healthier root systems – watering tips webpage• The environmental benefits that golf courses provide, including wildlife habitats, stormwater management, and carbon sequestr...2025-04-1640 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Victim Services with Jennifer & DonSend us a textArvada partners with two organizations providing support and healing for victims of crime and child abuse in our community. Jennifer Griffin of Victim Outreach Incorporated and Don Mosley of Ralston House discuss their organizations' missions, services, and unique partnerships with the City of Arvada. Mentioned in the episode:Victims Rights Week (April 8 - 12) Jefferson County Courage Walk on Saturday, April 12National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April)Ralston House Pinwheel GardenNews & Events:First 2025 Bulky Item Drop-off Event is Saturday, April 26Mayor Simpson's State of the City is Friday, April 18 (hosted t...2025-04-0243 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Pavement Program with Ben SawayaSend us a textArvada's Pavement Program Manager Ben Sawaya gives an inside look at how the City maintains and repairs its 1,500+ lane miles of roads.Ben explains the different types of work the program is responsible for, how they prioritize work, and how they address program challenges, stretching limited resources as much as possible to perform maintenance and rehab work throughout the vast network of roads. Learn more about the program and see the map of proposed work areas each year at arvadaco.gov/pavementprogram. Contact pavement@arvada.org with questions about w...2025-03-1927 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada Urban Renewal with Maureen PhairSend us a textLearn about the work of the Arvada Urban Renewal Authority (AURA) with Executive Director, Maureen Phair, focusing on urban revitalization efforts over the last two decades. Hear about AURA's funding structure, relationship to the City, and a variety of projects that showcase a commitment to improving our community and fostering sustainable development. In the episode:Introduction to AURAHow urban renewal works and is fundedDevelopment areas in ArvadaCurrent projectsClick into an individual project page to see before / after photos. For example, the Arvada Ridge Marketplace discussed in the episode....2025-03-0534 min
True Life ChurchThe Value of Life (Deuteronomy 5:17)The Value of Life (Deuteronomy 5:17) by True Life Church Arvada2025-02-2456 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Public Art with Sarah KolbSend us a textSarah Kolb from the Arvada Arts and Culture Commission, joins us to talk about some of the new public art projects in the city. In this episode: History of the Arvada Arts and Culture Commission and how it relates to the Arvada Center Garrison Street Underpass MuralQuaker Street Underpass Mural Update to the Babe Walls murals Upcoming projects for the Arts and Culture Commission News and events:The Lake Arbor Center and Golf Course Master Plan open house is Thursday, Feb. 20 Arvada Winterfest is Saturday, Feb. 22 in Olde Town Ar...2025-02-1928 min
True Life ChurchHonor Your Parents (Deuteronomy 5:16)Honor Your Parents (Deuteronomy 5:16) by True Life Church Arvada2025-02-1750 minTrue Life ChurchSabbath (Deuteronomy 5:12-15)Sabbath (Deuteronomy 5:12-15) by True Life Church Arvada2025-02-1049 min
Inside ArvadaInside Arvada's Homelessness Case ManagementSend us a textHomelessness Resolution Case Managers Alex Williams and Hudson Janz share information about their work with the unhoused population in Arvada. In this episode:How the case management process worksUnderstanding the Point-In-Time countSharing City-run and other local resourcesThe day-to-day work and recent success storiesCold weather resources and other challenges facing the unhoused populationNews & eventsCity Manager search to recruit additional candidatesCity recertified as Silver-level Bicycle Friendly CommunityRalston Creek Trail section closed for flood risk mitigation projectLake Arbor Master Plan open house from 4 - 6 pm on Thursday, Feb. 20Winterfest, t...2025-02-0532 min
True Life ChurchThe Name of God (Deuteronomy 5:11)The Name of God (Deuteronomy 5:11) by True Life Church Arvada2025-02-0348 min
True Life ChurchFaithful, Faithful GodFaithful, Faithful God by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2853 min
True Life ChurchLiving Good, Fruitful LifeLiving Good, Fruitful Life by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2849 min
True Life ChurchPrinciples For Living, FamilyPrinciples For Living, Family by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2854 min
True Life ChurchBeyond Basic, Love of StangersBeyond Basic, Love of Stangers by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2840 minTrue Life ChurchBeyond Basic, LeadingBeyond Basic, Leading by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2851 minTrue Life ChurchBeyond Basic, Made for RelationshipsBeyond Basic, Made for Relationships by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2849 minTrue Life ChurchWorship & Idolatry (Deuteronomy 5:8-10)Worship & Idolatry (Deuteronomy 5:8-10) by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2749 min
True Life ChurchSalvation AccomplishedSalvation Accomplished by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2755 minTrue Life ChurchFaithful, Faithfulness in All SeasonsFaithful, Faithfulness in All Seasons by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2755 minTrue Life ChurchFaithful, How to PrayFaithful, How to Pray by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-271h 03True Life ChurchLiving Good, Ready for Good WorksLiving Good, Ready for Good Works by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2751 min
True Life ChurchReturn, Zephaniah: RepentanceReturn, Zephaniah: Repentance by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2754 min
Inside ArvadaInside Gold Strike Park with Maki BoyleSend us a textSenior Landscape Architect Maki Boyle discusses the Gold Strike Park revitalization project. Located at the confluence of Clear Creek and Ralston Creek in southeast Arvada, Gold Strike Park is known for being the location of the first documented gold discovery in Colorado. Maki shares what's happened so far with the project and what to expect next! In this episode: History and background of the Gold Strike Park project Significance of the park’s history, thanks largely to the efforts of Lois LindstromThe project's Preferred Schematic Site Design$7.3 million in gra...2025-01-2226 minTrue Life ChurchOne True God (Deuteronomy 5:1-7)One True God (Deuteronomy 5:1-7) by True Life Church Arvada2025-01-2149 min
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