Earth Day

The Sustainability Advisory Board will be hosting an online Earth Day week through Sunday, April 26. Each day, they will be highlighting action-items, or pledges, that participants can commit to in honor of the 50^th Anniversary of Earth Day. Through social media and email, they will be asking community members to commit to making small changes in their daily lives, and to encourage their friends, family, and neighbors to do the same – while staying safe at home! Subscribe to Sustainability notifications here.

Erie youth are invited to get creative and share how “I Can Make Erie Green” through creative expression using chalk, paint, markers, crayons, etc. Completed masterpieces can be emailed to connect@erie.earth to be featured on a new Erie.Earth website debuting on Earth Day, April 22. The Sustainability Advisory Board will be awarding all participants a prize!

National Arbor Day

National Arbor Day, April 24, 2020 has been a long-time, cherished tradition in the Town. It’s a day when the community comes together for the future of the Town’s urban forest. The celebration event was cancelled but there are many other ways to celebrate, including honoring the winners of the 2020 Arbor Day Poster Contest! Special recognition to Emily Dunn of Black Rock Elementary, Lanyna Galloway of Erie Elementary, and Jackson Harrington of Aspen Ridge Prepatory. The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized the impacts cancelled events may have on communities nationwide and has developed ideas and resources to help families celebrate #arbordayathome. 

New Board Meeting

The next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees is scheduled for April 28, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend virtually. At this meeting the newly elected Trustees and Mayor will be sworn-in. Information on how to participate in the meeting can be found on the meeting agenda.

COVID-19 Information

The Town of Erie continues to assess the impacts of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in consultation with public health officials and local partners. Staff is responding to this rapidly evolving situation with the safety and well-being of the community and employees. Please follow Town social media, and opt-in for emergency alerts on the Town website. The Town will continue to update the community with any new information.

Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees is seeking residents who are interested in serving on various boards and commissions. To be considered for appointments applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m., Thursday, April 30, 2020. Applicants are encouraged to apply for the following boards and commissions:

• Planning Commission
• Board of Adjustments
• Historic Preservation Advisory Board
• Open Space and Trails Advisory Board
• Sustainability Advisory Board
• Tree Board

Public Works

The contractor is working on the Erie Parkway improvements and expected to continue into the summer. Meanwhile, construction crews are making rapid progress in stripping and recoating the interior of the four-million-gallon water storage tank in preparation for summer and peak demands. 

Drive-Up Meals for Seniors

The Senior Program will continue to provide lunches to-go for adults 60 and better every Thursday at the Erie Community Center. The drive-up meal distribution is first-come, first-serve while supplies last. Anyone 60+ is welcome to utilize this service, but it is highly encouraged that a proxy (someone under the age of 60 in good health) is sent to pick up meals for seniors so that they can stay safely in their homes. Reservations are required no later than Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. by calling 303-926-2793. Participants, age 60 and better, have the opportunity to contribute towards their meal. The suggested donation is currently $4.00.