Town Administrator August 31, 2020

Community Conversation Event: How to be Inclusive
In communities across America and beyond, important conversations, events, and demonstrations are taking place calling for social justice and equity. With this same goal, on September 10, the Board of Trustees will host an interactive webinar with LaTonya J. Pegues, known as “The Unconscious Bias Trainer”. In this open-to-the-public forum, Mrs. Pegues will discuss strategies and best practices on ‘How to be Inclusive’. At the conclusion of the structured training a Community Conversation will follow with the opportunity to discuss issues and ask questions. The training will be held virtually, beginning at 6 p.m., on Thursday, September 10. For details, and to learn more about the presenter visit the Community Conversation webpage.

Holiday Closure and Safety Reminder

The Erie Community Center and Town Facilities will be closed on September 7, 2020 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Boulder County Public Health reported a 64 percent increase in the average of COVID-19 cases following the 4^th of July Holiday weekend. To prevent a similar increase this Labor Day, Boulder County Public Health reminds residents to work together to wear masks, social distance, and avoid people outside of our households to prevent a spike in COVID-19 cases.

Vouchers for Landfill

The Public Works Department, in partnership with Front Range Landfill, is mailing drop-off vouchers for disposal of unwanted items and yard waste (limit one pickup load per residence). The vouchers are redeemable September 16 – October 15, 2020, Monday – Friday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details visit the Fall Clean-Up webpage.

Fall Clean-Up

Speaking of Fall Clean-Up, the Public Works Department is partnering with a variety of vendors to offer the 15^th annual Fall Clean-Up event on September 19. Residents will have the opportunity to drop off electronics, recycle metal items, shred papers and participate in a medication take-back program. Times and locations vary and exclusions apply. Visit the Fall Clean-Up webpage for details.

Erie Green Business Certification

The Erie Green Business Certification is a free program the Town offers to help businesses increase their sustainability efforts, ultimately reducing expenses! If your business is ready to take the next step and begin the Erie Green Business Certification (and have a sustainability technician provide a complimentary audit) apply here.

Private Swim Lessons

Private swim lessons are back! Learning to swim is a life-saving skill and Town staff have created a lesson structure that adheres diligently to public health orders. Specifically, swim instructors will instruct the lesson from the pool deck, and a parent or guardian will remain in the water with the swimming lesson participant. Registration for private September swim lessons is available now and lessons are offered in the mornings and evenings.

Special Events

The Recreation Division wrapped up the Drive-In Movie series with another sold out show. In addition, this past Saturday, the Parks and Recreation Department held the 4^th annual Rad Rover Kids Obstacle Adventure. 0ver 200 kids, ages 3-11, were separated in various waves throughout the morning and conquered mighty obstacles such as the Bubble Bog, the Swamp, and the Stomp-a-Mole!

Manufacturing Industry - Boulder County

To understand the impacts of COVID-19 on our regional economy and specific industries, Boulder County chambers and economic development agencies are convening a series of inclusive and comprehensive input sessions throughout Boulder County. The purpose of these sessions is to gather input from businesses and industries to better understand the economic situation. Your input will provide crucial data as we work with regional partners to develop and implement economic recovery plans for Boulder County. The upcoming session is geared towards the Manufacturing Industry. Join the conversation on September 10 at 1:30 p.m. at this link. For more information contact the Boulder Chamber.