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Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Media Contacts:

Aimee Kane, Officer of Equity and Belonging, kanea@bouldercolorado.gov, 303-441-4235

Shannon Aulabaugh, Media Relations, aulabaughs@bouldercolorado.gov, 720-484-9903

City of Boulder Releases Its First Tribal History Report

Study centers Indigenous knowledge in the stewardship of public lands

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder is pleased to announce the release of the first part of its Tribal ethnographic-education report documenting Indigenous history and cultural connections to the Boulder Valley, now available on the city website. This report marks a significant milestone in Boulder’s ongoing commitment to honoring Indigenous history and fostering a more inclusive, historically grounded community.

The report documents the cultural, historical, and ecological connections of Tribal Nations to the Boulder Valley. By centering Tribal perspectives, it provides guidance for education, land stewardship, public interpretation, and community engagement — integrating Indigenous knowledge into the contemporary management of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) lands. It also seeks to strengthen collaborative partnerships and advance efforts to incorporate Indigenous knowledge systems into environmental management, education, and policy.

“This work represents more than research or documentation — it reflects living histories, enduring cultures, and the ongoing presence of Indigenous Peoples whose connections to this land long predate the City of Boulder and continue today,” said Boulder City Manager Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde. “We are deeply grateful to the Tribal Nations, elders, and knowledge holders who chose to share their stories, perspectives, and wisdom. This report is a gift, and we receive it with respect and responsibility.”

Developed in partnership with Tribal Nations, the report is part of a continuing collaboration with the City of Boulder that began in the 1990s, renewed through the 2016 Indigenous Peoples’ Day Resolution and subsequent consultations. Grounded in the City-Tribal Memorandum of Understanding, it provides accurate, respectful educational content about each Tribe’s history in Boulder and Jefferson Counties and is intended as a resource for city staff and the community at large.

This work was led by Living Heritage Anthropology, LLC (LHA), a woman-owned small business specializing in ethnographic research and Tribal consultation. LHA’s Community-Based Participatory Research approach ensures Tribal voices and goals are central to every stage of the process. Additional reports representing more Tribes who share a history in the Boulder Valley are forthcoming.

Read the report and learn more about the city’s Tribal consultation work on the city website.

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For Planning Purposes: TOMORROW, Friday, June 5, 2026

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TOMORROW at 7 PM at the Capitol: Healthcare Activists Hold Candlelight Vigil: “Care is Critical”

Activists Demand Republicans in Congress Protect Healthcare for Constituents

Denver, CO – On Friday, June 5, at 7 pm at the State Capitol, advocacy groups and activists will protest the healthcare cuts by the Trump administration and Republican Congress that put Colorado families at risk of financial ruin and risk their health, all to pay for tax cuts for billionaires. The Protect Our Care Coalition (POCC) is organizing the event in partnership with “Seven Days in June,” a national grassroots effort to protest the impact of health funding cuts and policy changes.

This powerful evening of action will bring our community together to raise our voices against cuts to healthcare, demand equitable access to lifesaving care and treatment, and honor those whose lives have been impacted or lost due to barriers in our healthcare system. Speakers will highlight intersectional community healthcare access challenges and hold a candlelight vigil to remember, reflect, and recommit to fighting for accessible, affordable, and compassionate care for all at sunset.

Republicans in Congress have made deep cuts to Medicaid that will strip coverage from hundreds of thousands of Coloradans, including as many as 300,000 people in CD8, including over 36% of children in Rep. Gabe Evans’ district.

WHAT: Rally/Candlelight Vigil: “Care is Critical”

WHO: Protect Our Care Coalition advocacy groups and activists; speakers to include:

• Jack Teter, Planned Parenthood Rocky Mountains
• Jax Gonzales, One Colorado
• Adam Fox, Protect Our Care Colorado/Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
• Barb Cardell, Colorado Organizations and Individuals Responding to HIV/AIDS (CORA)

WHEN: TOMORROW, Friday, June 5, 2026, 7:00 – 8:45 p.m. (speaking begins at 7:30 p.m.)

WHERE: West Steps of Colorado State Capitol, 200 E. Colfax, Denver, CO

The Protect Our Care Coalition includes the Colorado Consumer Health Initiative, the Harm Reduction Action Center, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains, One Colorado, Colorado Organizations and Individuals Responding to HIV/AIDS, the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition, and others.

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Media Contacts:

Patrick Dorion, Business Equity Project and Program Manager, dorionp@bouldercolorado.gov

City of Boulder’s 2026 Juneteenth Celebration to Feature Flag Raising, Community Remarks and Downtown Events

Event marks beginning of week-long Juneteenth festivities featuring “13 Fires” theater production and community panels

BOULDER, Colo. — The City of Boulder invites residents to join its Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising and Commemoration on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Penfield Tate II Municipal Building, located at 1777 Broadway. The free celebration will feature remarks from city and community leaders, live celebration music, and free ice cream.

This year’s commemoration kicks off an exceptional week of community-led Juneteenth events, highlighted by the powerful theatrical production “13 Fires: Displacement by Design,” an original stage play by Curtis K. Rogers exploring systemic injustice, racial violence and the displacement of communities of color through urban expansion and redlining.

“Juneteenth represents freedom, resilience, and the ongoing work toward justice and equity,” said Aimee Kane, Equity and Belonging Officer with the City of Boulder. “This year’s celebration connects us to our community partners who are doing critical work to examine our shared history and build a more equitable Boulder.”

Week of Events

Community partners, including the Executive Committee, African American Cultural Events (ECAACE) and local organizations, have coordinated an extensive calendar of Juneteenth programming.

Leading Up to June 17:

• Friday, June 5: Juneteenth BBQ featuring Live Poetry and Music – 5 p.m., Naropa University, Boulder
• Monday, June 8: “13 Fires: Displacement by Design” Panel and Discussion- 6 p.m., Second Baptist Church, 5300 Baseline Rd., Boulder
• Saturday, June 13: Chautauqua Juneteenth Hike – 10 a.m., Chautauqua Park, Boulder

June 17: City of Boulder Juneteenth Flag Raising & Commemoration

2:30 to 4:30 p.m.: City of Boulder Juneteenth Flag Raising and Commemoration, Penfield Tate II Municipal Building, 1777 Broadway – Free Event

Later in June:

• Thursday, June 19: Boulder County Juneteenth Kickoff! featuring “13 Fires” – 6 p.m., Longmont Theater, Longmont
• Sunday, June 22: “13 Fires: Displacement by Design” Panel and Discussion – 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1421 Spruce St., Boulder
• June 24 – 26: “13 Fires” Original Theater Production, 6 p.m., Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder

About “13 Fires: Displacement by Design”

The theatrical production traces systemic injustice from Indiana Avenue to Boulder and beyond, examining the systems of redlining, gentrification, and global displacement. The production and accompanying panel discussions bring together global justice advocate Taishya Adams, Indiana Avenue historian and writer David L. Williams, playwright and director Curtis K. Rogers, and eco-social justice educator Sabrina Sideris. For more information, visit https://ecaace.org/13fires/.

City of Boulder’s Commitment to Juneteenth

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, first learned of their freedom more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. The City of Boulder recognizes this historic occasion and the ongoing struggle for equity, justice, and freedom for all people.

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LOTUS AND LION RETURNS TO SHOSHONI YOGA RETREAT!
A Contemporary Exploration of Buddhist and Hindu Spiritual Art

ROLLINSVILLE, CO—Opening June 5, 2026, Lotus and Lion is a landmark international exhibition bringing together works by contemporary Buddhist and Hindu artists from across the globe. The exhibition explores how sacred iconography continues to inspire, transform, and thrive in the hands of today’s artists.

The opening reception is on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet participating artists and enjoy light refreshments. The exhibition will remain on view through September 6, 2026.

Now in its second year, Lotus and Lion brings together both internationally recognized artists and emerging voices working within Buddhist and Hindu artistic traditions. The Exhibition highlights practices that are endangered and often underrepresented in mainstream gallery spaces, providing a rare platform to artists working within these traditions. Viewers are invited into a world of striking imagery, artistic mastery, and quiet contemplation.

Internationally renowned Tibetan painter Karma Phuntsok is among this year’s featured artists. Recently featured at the Denver Art Museum, he created two new paintings specifically for Lotus and Lion.

Lotus and Lion offers visitors an opportunity to engage with art as a vehicle for reflection. The exhibition invites audiences to consider the universal themes of compassion, wisdom, awakening, and the search for meaning that continue to resonate in modern life.

OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, June 5, 2026
5:00–7:00 PM
Exhibit dates and hours: June 5-September 6, Wed-Sun 10 am-5 pm

Shoshoni Yoga Retreat
1400 Shoshoni Camp Road
Rollinsville, CO 80474
For more information:
https://www.shoshoni.org/lotus-and-lion-art-show/

About the Jurors:
Faith Stone is an artist whose work has long focused on supporting sacred artistic traditions. With over three decades of experience working with Buddhist imagery, she has, in recent years, dedicated herself to traditional Buddhist woodblock printing. Her practice places her among a small number of artists working in these living traditions today. Lotus and Lion has been a labor of love, created to support sacred artistic traditions and to provide opportunities for artists who are dedicated to keeping them alive.

Sarah Magnatta is an assistant professor of art history at the University of Denver. She specializes in global contemporary art and museum studies, with a focus on transnationalism and mobility in contemporary practice. Her work examines how artists and cultural traditions move across borders and how those shifts shape meaning in contemporary art. Previously working for the Denver Art Museum, her curatorial and academic work reflects a commitment to expanding how global contemporary art is understood and presented within museum and academic contexts.

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Julie Popp

Colorado Department of Human Services

julie.popp@state.co.us

720-788-1307

Colorado Celebrates National Reunification Month with Nearly 1,400 Children Reunited in 2025

“Hope, Healing and Home” Event to Honor Families at Elitch Gardens on June 5, 2026

DENVER, CO [June 1, 2026]— June is National Reunification Month, a time to recognize the families that have overcome significant obstacles to safely bring their children back home from foster care. In 2025, nearly 1,400 children and youth across the state successfully reunified with their families, a testament to the courage of parents and the dedicated partnerships within the child welfare system.

To honor these milestones, the Colorado’s Office of Respondent Parents’ Counsel (ORPC), the Office of Children, Aging and Community Services (OCACS) within the Colorado Department of Human Services, Colorado’s Court Improvement Program (CIP), Colorado Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the Office of the Child’s Representative (OCR) are uniting under the theme “Hope, Healing and Home: A Reunification Celebration,” emphasizing the hard work of all partners to ensure children and youth are better served by safely returning home.

Reunified families and professionals are invited to join a celebration of Hope, Healing, and Home to honor the strength of families and the multi-disciplinary teams that support them.

• Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
• Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Location: Elitch Gardens, Maroon Bells Pavilion, Denver

“It takes compassion, commitment, and the support of a dedicated team to keep families together,” said Melissa Thompson, executive director of ORPC. “We’re proud to work alongside other Colorado agencies to help our clients become the parents they want to be and that their children need.”

This year’s event will highlight the stories of three remarkable families and one dedicated professional who exemplify the heart of reunification:

• Stephanie Franks (Jefferson County): After overcoming addiction and instability, Stephanie relentlessly navigated legal barriers to reunite with her children in August 2025. She remains a fierce advocate for her family’s well-being.
• Wanda Moon (El Paso County): By transforming her life through recovery, Wanda reunited her family and now pays it forward through “Wanda’s Closet,” a community initiative supporting those experiencing homelessness in Colorado Springs.
• Helen Jimenez (Denver County): Through a year-and-a-half journey of growth and perseverance, Helen overcame setbacks to achieve sustained sobriety and bring her daughters home.
• Molly Ryan KillsEnemy (Statewide): An Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) specialist and fierce advocate, Molly uses her lived experience and professional expertise to protect Native families and ensure tribal sovereignty, facilitating rapid and safe reunifications.

In Colorado, the majority of children in the child welfare system are eventually reunified with parents who have successfully addressed safety concerns through treatment and skill-building.

“When someone enters the system, there’s a lot of judging and a lot of assumptions,” said Molly Ryan KillsEnemy of working with parents in the child welfare system. “When a case opens up on a parent, I always try to be really understanding and not jump to conclusions when I enter into a case; getting the whole story is really important for me.”

Reunification is more than a legal outcome; it is also a journey grounded in hope and realized in the stability of home. By working across disciplines to provide trauma-informed support, Colorado’s child welfare community is ensuring that more families are reunited and stronger than ever before.

About the Colorado Office of Respondent Parents Counsel (ORPC)

The Colorado Office of Respondent Parents’ Counsel (ORPC) is an independent state agency that supports Colorado parents in the fight to preserve families in dependency and neglect cases. Since 2016, ORPC has protected the right to parent by recruiting and training attorneys statewide, advocating for family-centered policies, and promoting equity and transparency in the family regulation system through data. As a result of our work, more families are reunified and stronger together. Learn more at www.coloradoORPC.org.

About the Colorado Office of Children, Aging and Community Services

The Office of Children, Aging, and Community Services (OCACS) is an office within the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) dedicated to promoting the safety, permanency and well-being of Coloradans of all ages. OCACS provides statewide leadership, funding, policy development and oversight in partnership with county human services departments, Tribes, Area Agencies on Aging, and community organizations. OCACS oversees Child Welfare, Community Programs, and Aging and Adult Protective Services, which collectively ensure consistent and effective service delivery for vulnerable populations across their lifespans. Learn more at cdhs.colorado.gov.

About the Colorado Office of the Child’s Representative

The Office of the Child’s Representative (OCR) is the state agency mandated to provide competent and effective legal representation to children and youth involved in the Colorado court system. Their mission is to give children and youth a voice in Colorado legal proceedings through high-quality legal representation that protects and promotes their safety, interests, and rights. Their vision is for justice, opportunity, and healthy families for all court-involved children and youth. For more information, please visit www.coloradochildrep.org.

About Colorado Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are volunteers who advocate on behalf of child victims who have experienced abuse and neglect, domestic violence, and/or sexual assault. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to advocate for children’s best interests. Our best-interest advocacy is driven by the guiding principle that children grow and develop best with their family of origin. For more information, please visit coloradocasa.org.

About the Colorado Court Improvement Program (CIP)

The Colorado Court Improvement Program (CIP) is funded by a federal grant administered by the Children’s Bureau and aimed at improving the handling of dependency and neglect cases in the Colorado court system. Colorado’s CIP projects are guided by a five-year strategic plan developed by a multidisciplinary task force.

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High-resolution photos can be downloaded at this link (photo credit: Butterfly Pavilion / Hannah Hitchcock).

BROOMFIELD, Colo. — May 28, 2026 — Scientists from Butterfly Pavilion completed their first baseline survey yesterday along the Northwest Parkway’s southern right-of-way, advancing the pollinator corridor project that the two organizations announced in February 2026.

The surveys, conducted along approximately one mile of the Parkway in Broomfield, assess the pollinator species currently present at the site and evaluate existing habitat conditions, establishing a scientific foundation for the seeding and landscaping work to come later in the fall.

The May 27th survey was conducted by Butterfly Pavilion entomologists, who documented pollinator species to the lowest possible taxonomic level while also assessing the vegetation present and the general capacity of the site to support pollinator populations. A formal report will follow, with science-based recommendations for plant selection, placement, soil conditions, irrigation access, weed management, and long-term maintenance.

“What we observe in a baseline survey shapes everything that comes after it,” said Alex Han, EES Entomology Technician at Butterfly Pavilion. “By understanding which species are already using this corridor and what the habitat conditions look like today, we can make targeted recommendations that give pollinators the best chance of establishing and thriving here over time. This site has real potential, and the data will help us realize it.”

Pollinators are experiencing documented decline across North America, driven by habitat loss, chemical exposure, parasites, and disease. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, approximately 85 percent of the world’s flowering plants depend on pollinators to reproduce, and roughly one in three bites of food we eat exists because of pollinator activity. The Northwest Parkway’s corridor project is designed to address part of that habitat deficit by converting unused right-of-way land into functional pollinator habitat.

“The survey results are an important milestone, and we are grateful to have Butterfly Pavilion’s scientists guiding this work,” said Mathieu Lisbonis, CEO of the Northwest Parkway. “This stretch of land runs alongside thousands of daily commuters, and we want it to do more than look maintained. We want it to function as part of the local ecosystem. The science will help us do that properly.”

Northwest Parkway’s partnership with the Butterfly Pavilion is part of their vision to make transportation corridors as environmentally friendly and sustainable as possible. Both the Parkway and its parent company, VINCI Highways, are committed to these goals globally and are constantly finding new ways to engage with local community partners on the development of stewardship initiatives.

With the spring survey now complete, the next steps in the project include a fall survey of the same stretch, followed by seeding and landscaping guided by Butterfly Pavilion’s plant palette recommendations, maintenance training for Northwest Parkway staff, and recommendations for interpretive signage along the corridor.

High-resolution photos of the survey activities can be downloaded at this link (photo credit: Butterfly Pavilion / Hannah Hitchcock).

About Northwest Parkway

The Northwest Parkway links Broomfield to surrounding communities, including Lafayette, Superior, Boulder, Erie, Thornton, and Northglenn. Serving about 20,000 daily trips, it eases congestion and supports smart regional growth while respecting planned open space. The Parkway is operated under a concession agreement between the Northwest Parkway Public Highway Authority, composed of the municipalities of Broomfield and Lafayette, and VINCI Highways. Learn more at nwpky.com.

About VINCI Highways

VINCI Highways is a leading international roadway concessionaire and mobility services provider, managing a 2,330-mile network across 13 countries. By integrating design, financing, construction, operations, and tolling, we give public authorities the assurance of a single industrial partner able to deliver strong operational performance throughout the full life cycle of highway projects. As a long-term partner to the regions we serve, we are committed to safety, environmental progress, and economic development.

In the United States, VINCI Highways is active in six states with Northwest Parkway in Colorado, the Ohio River Bridges connecting Indiana and Kentucky, and tolling services in California, Texas, and Georgia through ViaPlus. Learn more at vinci-highways.com.

About Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion, established in 1995, is the first Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited, stand-alone, non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world, located in Westminster, Colorado. Butterfly Pavilion’s mission is to foster an appreciation of invertebrates while educating the public about the need for conservation of threatened habitats in the tropics and around the world. Beyond Colorado and the United States, Butterfly Pavilion conservationists are doing important invertebrate research projects around the world, from Mongolia and Tanzania to Sumatra and Mexico. Learn more at butterflies.org.

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June 1, 2026

Statement from Secretary of State Jena Griswold following the release of Tina Peters

Denver, CO – Tina Peters, who was convicted by a Mesa County jury on four felony counts and three misdemeanors for her role in the 2021 breach of her own county’s election equipment, was released today from La Vista Correctional Facility in Pueblo, Colorado, following Governor Polis’ decision to grant her clemency.

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold has issued the following statement:

The Governor’s grant of clemency to Tina Peters is an affront to our democracy, the people of Colorado, and election officials across the country. It sends a dangerous message about accountability for those who would attack elections. Peters’ release also will embolden the election denial movement; since the grant of clemency, she has continued to spread election falsehoods and conspiracies.

In 2021, then-Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters compromised her county’s voting equipment trying to prove conspiracies. Secretary Griswold took swift action, including working to remove Peters from direct election oversight, appointing a former Republican Secretary of State to oversee the election, decertifying the county’s voting equipment, and then leading the nation’s first law on election insider threats.

Peters’ actions cost Mesa County nearly one million dollars in replacement equipment.

On August 12, 2024, Peters was found guilty by a jury of her peers on four felonies and three misdemeanors, including three counts of attempts to influence a public servant, one count of conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation, one count of first-degree official misconduct, one count of violation of duty, and one count of failure to comply with requirements of the Secretary of State. She was sentenced to nine years of incarceration on October 3, 2024.

On April 2, 2026, the Colorado Court of Appeals upheld her convictions and ordered that she be re-sentenced by the District Court. On May 15, Governor Polis announced that he was commuting her sentence, making her eligible for release today.

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Holly Shrewsbury

hollyshrewsbury@gmail.com

720-320-0097

Michael Dougherty Condemns Governor Polis’ Veto of HB26-1255, Stands with Evergreen Students, Teachers & Law Enforcement

BOULDER, COLO. — Thurs., May 28, 2026 — District Attorney and candidate for Colorado Attorney General Michael Dougherty released the following statement after Governor Jared Polis vetoed House Bill 26-1255:

“Governor Polis’ veto of HB26-1255 is deeply disappointing and a missed opportunity to help prevent future acts of violence.

This bill was created in response to the tragic shooting at Evergreen High School. Students, teachers, parents, survivors, law enforcement, and legislators came together with one goal: to save lives by helping law enforcement respond more quickly to credible threats posted on social media before violence occurs.

HB26-1255 was a commonsense public safety measure.

The bill focused on requiring social media platforms to report specific and imminent threats to local law enforcement when users violated platform policies in ways that raised credible safety concerns. It also reduced critical delays in the judicial warrant process, shortening response times from weeks to hours so law enforcement could intervene faster during emergencies.

Days matter. Hours matter. Lives depend on it.

As a prosecutor, I know firsthand that early intervention can prevent tragedy. This legislation would have provided law enforcement additional tools and time to interrupt violent acts before they happened and better protect our schools and communities. That’s why I team up with Sheriff Reggie Marinelli on it, when we spoke after the shooting at Evergreen High School.

What makes this veto especially painful is that this bill was driven by courageous young people and educators who turned unimaginable trauma into action to protect others. The Evergreen students and teachers who advocated for this legislation showed extraordinary leadership, strength, and determination.

They deserved better.

We cannot change the past. But we can build a safer future, and that requires listening to survivors, supporting law enforcement, holding social media companies responsible to the law, and taking practical steps to prevent violence before it happens.

I stand with the Evergreen community, the bipartisan coalition of lawmakers who supported this bill, and every student, parent, and educator demanding stronger protections for Colorado communities.”

Community members, students, educators, and supporters of HB26-1255 will gather Friday at a rally urging continued action to protect schools and communities from future violence.

Michael Dougherty has supported Senate Bill 25-86 and Senate Bill 26-11 for these same reasons.

About Michael Dougherty

Michael Dougherty currently serves as Boulder County District Attorney. A career prosecutor with nearly 30 years of experience, Dougherty has handled thousands of cases, including homicides, sexual assaults, and complex fraud. He previously served as Colorado’s Deputy Attorney General and led the Sex Crimes Unit at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office as Deputy Chief of the Sex Crimes Unit. Throughout his career, Dougherty has focused on protecting communities, standing up for victims, and ensuring justice is applied fairly. He is focused on public safety, defending constitutional rights, and delivering real results for Colorado families.

For more information, visit www.michaelforag.com. Follow him on social media:

Facebook: @MichaelDoughertyCO, Twitter/X: @MDoughertyCO, Instagram: @michaelforcolorado, and TikTok: @michaelforcolorado.

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DATE: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

CONTACT: Kailee Stiles, 507-250-1896

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Seligman Will Be the Attorney General for Renters: Taking on Corporate Landlords, Ending Junk Fees, and Protecting Renters’ Rights

Denver, CO – Today, David Seligman laid out his case for being an Attorney General for renters: his experience taking on corporate landlords who gouge Coloradans, and how, as Attorney General, he would bring the weight of the office to support the 1 in 3 Coloradans who rent their home.

As AG, Seligman would institute a Safe Housing Conditions Strike Force to respond within 24 hours to renters across Colorado forced to live in uninhabitable conditions, and send a clear message to corporate landlords that he’ll treat these threats as seriously as any other threat to our safety and welfare in Colorado. He’d also lead the charge against the country to take on corporate landlords jacking up rents with junk fees and packing their fine-print leases with illegal terms. He has already taken on legal battles on behalf of tens of thousands of renters against corporate landlord behemoths like Greystar, which jack up rents and force renters to live in uninhabitable conditions, and pack their leases with illegal terms and junk fees.

Seligman’s efforts to protect renters also extend to advocacy at the state legislature. Seligman fought to pass a ban on algorithmic pricing by landlords that was vetoed by Governor Polis and drafted and helped pass first-in-the-nation junk fee legislation. Among other things, as attorney general, he’ll fight to repeal prohibitions on local control over rent stabilization policies and to prohibit private equity ownership of housing.

“I’ll be the attorney general for renters. We need someone in the Attorney General’s office who is ready to stand up to private equity and corporate monopolies buying up Colorado homes and making it impossible to live here. Thousands of people across this state are getting ripped off or being forced to live in squalid living conditions while corporate landlords cash in. I’ve been taking on this fight for years, and I’m ready to take this fight to the Goliaths ripping us off and use the laws on the books to hold them accountable,” said Seligman today.

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Maya Key, Project AnimalAid, Development Director

1630A 30th Street, #256

Boulder, CO 80301

303-819-2501

www.projectanimalaid.org

Healing Has a New Home: Project AnimalAid Hosts Open House and Ribbon Cutting

BOULDER, Colo. (May 26, 2026) — Local nonprofit Project AnimalAid is opening its doors to the public on Wednesday, June 10th, from 5- 7 p.m. to celebrate the organization’s new home in Gunbarrel. With a ribbon cutting at 6 pm by local officials, Senator Judy Amabile, and Representative Karen McCormick, guests can expect drinks, refreshments, and tours of the warehouse.

Project AnimalAid is a nonprofit organization that collects surplus veterinary equipment and medical supplies from hospitals, manufacturers, and individuals and keeps them out of landfills and incinerators by redirecting them where they are needed. The organization redistributes them — free of charge — to 125 animal welfare organizations around the world, including fourteen groups in Colorado. Every donated medical supply or piece of equipment represents another opportunity for these organizations to deliver lifesaving treatment, perform critical procedures, and provide ongoing care to animals who might otherwise go without.

This move marks a major milestone in the organization’s growth and its ongoing commitment to supporting animal welfare organizations worldwide.

“We’re excited to share our mission and work with the community in this really visible way,” said Meghan Curtis, Executive Director of Project AnimalAid. “The Open House is an opportunity for the community to see the true magnitude of what redirecting items from the landfill can look like – and how it saves lives!”

After years of managing operations from a single-family home and a rented storage unit that had both reached capacity — both can no longer accept large-scale, multi-pallet donations — Project AnimalAid has moved into a dedicated 3,500-square-foot warehouse with two spacious open areas and improved vertical storage.

The new space nearly doubles the organization’s previous footprint and has the potential to quadruple storage capacity due to the increased ceiling height — greatly enhancing its ability to receive, organize and distribute in-kind donations to animal welfare partners around the world. This expansion boosts Project AnimalAid’s efficiency and strengthens its capacity to deliver vital medical and veterinary supplies while reducing waste and supporting sustainability.

“This move is about more than expanding space — it’s about expanding impact,” said Curtis. “The new warehouse represents growth in every sense: more animals helped, more nonprofits served, and fewer resources wasted. It allows us to spend less time worrying about storage space for donated medical supplies and more time focusing on saving more animals worldwide.”

To learn more or support Project AnimalAid’s mission, visit www.projectanimalaid.org.

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Media Contacts:

Lyndsy Morse-Casillas, Media Relations, 720-610-7524

Eden Bailey, Older Adults Services Manager, 303-441-4439

Angela Maria Ortiz Roa, Community Engagement Senior Program Manager, 720-512-1597

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City seeks feedback from older adults and family caregivers at upcoming Community Conversations

Feedback will help shape the city’s Age-Inclusive Community Strategic Plan and inform Boulder County’s planning process that takes place every four years.

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder is seeking input from adults 60 and over and family caregivers at Community Conversations in June to discuss what works well for older adults and what service and resource gaps need to be addressed. Conversations will be held in person and online and will be available in English or Spanish.

Upcoming conversations in English include:

• Tuesday, June 9, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., East Age Well Center (5660 Sioux Dr)
• Tuesday, June 23, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., West Age Well Center (909 Arapahoe Ave)
• Friday, June 26, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., Online

Upcoming conversations in Spanish include:

• Wednesday, June 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Online
• Thursday, June 25, from 5 to 7 p.m., West Age Well Center (909 Arapahoe Ave)

Light refreshments will be provided at the in-person events. Registration is encouraged but not required. Your RSVP helps us ensure adequate space and refreshments for all attendees. Community members can RSVP online at the links provided above or by calling Older Adult Services at 303-441-3148.

The city is partnering with Boulder County Area Agency on Aging (BCAAA) to host a series of Community Conversations in Boulder as a way for older adults and family caregivers to inform both city and county planning processes and help address the opportunities and challenges of our community’s growing older adult population. Between 2023 and 2050, Boulder County is projected to see a 22% increase in adults ages 60–79 and a 202% increase in adults 80 and older.

Feedback collected as part of these Community Conversations will be used to help shape the city’s Age-Inclusive Community Strategic Plan. The plan is an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions made by older adults in our community, including participation in the workforce, volunteerism, caregiving, intergenerational exchange, and their contributions to the local economy as consumers and investors. It will also provide a look at the challenges for successful aging in the community, including living on a fixed income, housing, transportation, ageism, healthcare, and long-term needs.

Learn more about how the city supports older adults in Boulder on the city’s website.

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May 29, 2026

Contact: Jenny Davies, 720-296-9545, jenny@progressive-promotions.com

Governor Polis Sides with Billionaires Over Workers

Confirms he will veto Worker Protection Act

DENVER – Today, Governor Jared Polis confirmed he will veto the Worker Protection Act (HB26-1005), siding with billionaire CEOs and corporate lobbyists over Colorado’s working families. The bill would have removed an unnecessary and harmful second election requirement that prevents workers from forming strong unions and negotiating for better pay, benefits, and safety on the job. Every Democratic legislator voted in favor of the bill, and most have signed a letter demanding the two Democratic gubernatorial candidates commit to signing it should they win.

The veto news comes as Gov. Polis faces growing criticism from Democrats across Colorado following his clemency decision for Tina Peters and recent censure by members of his own party, further fueling concerns that he is increasingly out of touch with working Coloradans.

“Coloradans are ready to elect leaders who stand with working people instead of billionaire CEOs. That’s the leadership we’re prepared to work with to pass the Worker Protection Act,” said Stephanie Felix-Sowy, president of SEIU Local 105. “This bill is the most significant pro-worker labor reform Colorado has seen in generations, and vetoing it after overwhelming support from workers and Democratic legislators is an assault on democracy itself. Once again, Gov. Polis is siding with billionaire CEOs and corporate lobbyists over workers, families, and the democratic will of the people. We look forward to working with a future governor who values democracy and workers’ rights.”

Fifty-seven members of the Colorado Democratic legislative caucus have signed a letter to ask both Democratic gubernatorial candidates – Sen. Michael Bennet and A.G. Phil Weiser – to take a stand in support of workers over wildly profitable multinational corporations by publicly committing to sign the Worker Protection Act, should it come across the Governor’s desk in 2027 or beyond.

“The coming veto is a slap in the face to every worker organizing for a better life,” said Michelle Mendenhall, a Casa Bonita entertainment crew lead. “Again, we were stymied by a politician protecting a system rigged to keep workers quiet, hold wages low, and make it really hard to form a union. I’m looking for a new governor who will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with workers rather than billionaire CEOs.”

Billionaire CEOs use their money and influence to protect the status quo, keeping the rigged system delivering profits to themselves and shareholders instead of the people who do most of the work. These limits on workers’ rights to unionize mean that working families are struggling to pay for housing, healthcare and other basic expenses.

“While we knew this veto was likely, we held out hope that Gov. Polis would change his mind in the midst of an affordability crisis for working families struggling with the costs of housing, healthcare and groceries,” said Karli McClure, a crisis clinician at Clinica Family Health in Boulder. “We’re looking forward to the end of politics dominated by wealthy special interests and the beginning of a renewed commitment to working people. When workers can stand together, wages go up, workplaces get safer, and families have a real chance to live and thrive in Colorado.”

Last year, the Colorado Fiscal Institute published a report citing Economic Policy Institute data showing union workers earn 10% more than non-union ones with similar jobs and qualifications. Projections updated in 2026 show that if the bill passes, Colorado workers will earn $2,350 more per year, putting more than $6 billion annually in the pockets of CO working families. As compared with non-unionized peers, unionized workers are significantly more likely to receive employer-provided health insurance and retirement benefits, have a 13% better shot of their family owning a home, and have four times the household wealth ($201,250 vs $52,221).

Colorado Worker Rights United is a coalition of labor unions and community groups building worker power through organizing and solidarity in Colorado. CWRU is dedicated to modernizing Colorado’s labor laws to make it easier to organize and empower Colorado workers, 70,000 of whom are currently organizing to form a union at a time when an all-time high of seven out of 10 Americans support labor unions.

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Lisa Kunkel, Boulder Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Anti-Imperialism Committee

Email: lisagkunkel.lcsw@gmail.com

For Immediate Release

May 28, 2026

Boulder Antiwar Activists Return to BAE Systems to Protest War Profiteering

On May 29th, Boulder DSA is calling on community members to protest BAE Systems at 1600 Commerce Street in Boulder to draw attention to its role in the War in Iran and Lebanon

This Friday, May 29, activists return to BAE Systems Boulder, CO, offices from 12 pm to 2 pm to call attention to BAE Systems profiting from the illegal US-Israeli War on Iran and Lebanon.

On May 1, 2026, Reuters reported that the Trump Administration approved an additional 8.6 billion dollars in new arms deals, bypassing congressional approval, as part of the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran and Lebanon. BAE Systems is the single largest recipient of these dollars (“The principal contractor in the APKWS sales to Qatar, Israel and the UAE was BAE Systems (BAES.L), the State Department said”), destined to prop up Israeli military and occupation forces, and the Gulf States, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). BAE Systems is the UK’s largest weapons manufacturer and the 6th largest globally. Its footprint is also local, with offices in Boulder, Broomfield, Westminster, and throughout Colorado.

On April 6, 2026, a coalition of local groups gathered for a vigil outside of BAE Systems’ Boulder Location to honor the victims of the U.S. strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, Iran.4 BAE Systems acquired Ball Aerospace & Engineering in 2023. A label from wreckage at the school linked the antenna system on the Tomahawk Missile that struck the school to Ball’s Boulder location. Despite the Trump Administration’s initial denials and obfuscation, the U.S. strike killed 153 people, 120 of them children. This was among the deadliest single strikes in a war that has killed at least 3,468 people in Iran, 3,213 in Lebanon, 53 in Israel, 13 in the United Arab Emirates, and 3 in Saudi Arabia. 15 U.S. Military personnel have also died.

BAE Systems continues to provide weapons, despite its main customers committing grave violations in international humanitarian law. The U.S. attacks in Iran are widely viewed as illegal under international law and include war crimes, such as the strike against the school. British activists have also targeted BAE for their role in supplying parts for F-35 Fighter Jets to the Israeli Air Force, utilized extensively in Gaza and now Lebanon.8 After the U.S. and the U.K., Saudi Arabia has long been BAE Systems’ third-largest customer, despite its role in war crimes, including famine as a weapon of war in Yemen. Since 2014, Saudi-backed forces in Yemen have battled Houthis with indiscriminate attacks and the gutting of civilian infrastructure, which has led to a death toll in the hundreds of thousands. BAE Systems also partners with the U.S. in supplying weapons systems and material support for the United Arab Emirates, despite calls to boycott the UAE for its role in arming the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan and their atrocities in what is widely considered the worst humanitarian crisis on earth.

Though Boulder BAE Systems may argue that its Boulder offices are not directly involved in arms manufacturing at this time, the company profits from billions of dollars in contracts with the U.S. Department of War and from U.S. backing of Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

Clifford Hill, Chair of Boulder DSA’s Anti-Imperialism Committee, says: “Colorado is rife with ‘defense’ and ‘security’ industries, recruiting our best and brightest minds into their economy of mass death. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and BAE all develop technology used to surveil our neighbors, murder children abroad, and facilitate the ongoing genocides in Gaza, Yemen, and Sudan. And they all have a presence here in Colorado.”

Lisa Kunkel, Co-Chair of Boulder DSA’s Anti-Imperialism Committee, says, “Our message is we want BAE Systems exposed for their complicity in war crimes, and we want them out of Boulder. They are the main recipient of the Trump Administration’s most recent 8.6 billion dollars in funds that bypassed Congress to send more arms to Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. BAE profits from U.S. tax dollars siphoned off for illegal aggression against Iran, when those resources could fund housing, healthcare, and education.”

All members of the public who wish to participate are welcome to attend.

EVENT DETAILS

What: BAE Systems Out of Boulder

When: Friday, May 29, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Where: BAE Systems, 1600 Commerce Street, Boulder, CO 80301

Who: Open to all members of the public

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Media contacts:

Emi Smith, Media Relations, 720-822-9529

Cindy Sepucha, Artists and Venues Senior Program Manager

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City of Boulder opens applications for 2026 Creative Neighborhoods Program

Program provides funding to bring community-driven creative projects to life in Boulder neighborhoods

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder is opening applications for the 2026 Creative Neighborhoods Program, which provides up to $5,000 per project to support creative, community-driven projects in residential neighborhoods across Boulder

From murals and music performances to storytelling events, dance projects, and creative placemaking efforts, the program supports initiatives that strengthen neighborhood connections, foster belonging, and celebrate Boulder’s diverse communities.

To help ensure equitable representation across Boulder neighborhoods, applications for projects located in the following subcommunities will open early on May 27, 2026: Palo Park, East Boulder, Southeast Boulder, Crossroads, University Hill, and University. Applications for all other subcommunities will open on June 10, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis within each subcommunity.

“This unique program helps reduce barriers to arts and culture experiences by ensuring neighborhoods across Boulder have access to funding and creative opportunities close to where people live,” said Lauren Click, Office of Arts and Culture Manager. “The program also advances key goals of the Boulder Arts Blueprint, including accessibility and inclusion, public art and public space, and experimentation and innovation.”

Projects must take place within a residential neighborhood in the City of Boulder and be publicly accessible or visible to the surrounding community. Applicants must demonstrate support from at least 75% of directly impacted neighbors – those who can see, hear, or otherwise experience the project from their homes.

Applications will close when all funding has been awarded. Awarded projects must be completed by Sept. 30, 2027.

Learn more about the Creative Neighborhoods Program and apply at the city website.

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May 19, 2026

Contact: Region 8 Media (Region8Media@epa.gov)

DENVER – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $44.3 million in new Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) grant funding to address PFAS and emerging contaminants in Colorado communities that need it most. This new funding is part of a comprehensive, lifecycle-based strategy to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that underscores EPA’s commitment to Making America Healthy Again by ensuring clean water for all.

“EPA is providing federal resources to make practical, durable water solutions a reality,” said EPA Region 8 Administrator Cyrus Western. “We are directing funding to communities where investments in proven, cost-effective technologies will help utilities meet drinking water standards, protect human health, and deliver results that ratepayers can afford.”

The EC-SDC grant program is a $1 billion national investment that helps communities address PFAS and other emerging contaminants. In Colorado, $44.3 million is available for communities, drinking water systems, and private well owners to help with testing, planning, and infrastructure projects addressing PFAS and other emerging contaminants included on the EPA’s Contaminant Candidate Lists (e.g., manganese, perchlorate, 1,4-dioxane).

With this grant allotment, the agency has made $5 billion in EC-SDC funding available through this program over five years. More than $6.5 billion in low-interest financing is currently available through EPA’s Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) Loan program, which can also be used to address PFAS.

Sustained investment of this scale helps drive down the per-system cost of treatment, generates real-world performance data that better informs utility decision-making, accelerates innovation in destruction and disposal technologies, and helps mitigate PFAS across the many forms in which it appears in source water.

Additionally, EPA’s new PFAS OUTreach—or PFAS OUT—initiative is accelerating progress in addressing PFAS in drinking water. This new program proactively works with communities and water systems to reduce exposure to perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) in drinking water. Recognizing that small, rural, and disadvantaged water systems often have fewer resources, PFAS OUT is specifically designed to ensure these communities are not left behind. PFAS OUT will help every drinking water system dealing with PFOA or PFOS to effectively understand the challenge and reduce exposure as soon as possible while positioning them for successful compliance with enforceable drinking water standards.

EPA’s multifaceted approach to reducing exposure to PFAS in drinking water also includes two proposed rules for public comment that uphold the National Primary Drinking Water Standards for PFOA and PFOS while enhancing practical implementation and correcting the Biden-Harris Administration’s failure to follow the clear requirements of the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Together with EPA’s parallel work to address PFAS before it enters the environment, EPA is delivering real solutions to reduce PFAS exposure for all Americans.

For more information on the Emerging Contaminants – Small or Disadvantaged Communities grant program: https://www.epa.gov/dwcapacity/emerging-contaminants-ec-small-or-disadvantaged-communities-grant-sdc

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Contact: Citlaly Quiroz

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Cervantes Campaign Condemns Phillips’ Fear-Based Attempts to Dismiss Decrease in Thornton Crime

THORNTON, CO — [05/26/2026] — The campaign for Gabriel Cervantes, candidate for Colorado State House District 31, issued the following statement condemning comments made by State Representative Jacque Phillips at her recent town hall.

In a recording of the event, Phillips responded to a flyer circulating the Capitol regarding crime decreasing across all metrics in Thornton. Rather than acknowledge this success, she instead stated that reported crime decreased because residents had stopped calling police, saying “there’s no point.” She further claimed that Thornton has the highest unreported crime rate.

Cervantes stated: “For more than a decade, Thornton residents have heard the same harmful narrative from Representative Phillips. Our community is dangerous, our neighborhoods are defined by crime, and that residents of Thornton should be ashamed of living here. That kind of rhetoric won’t harm her, though. It harms the students who grow up hearing that they are from a dangerous and impoverished place. It harms the families who want to feel pride in where they live. It harms the communities working every day to invest in this community.”

Thornton Mayor Pro-Tem Roberta Ayala slammed the comments made by Phillips. “Crime is steadily decreasing according to Q4-2024 and Q1-2025 data by the Thornton Police Department.” said Ayala. “This is a major discredit to the deep work and community policing that has been done with the Thornton Police Department for years to continue building trust in our communities.”

According to data acquired via CORA requests, calls have not decreased in South Thornton. Appalled Thornton residents, led by Ryan Mader, submitted the CORA request to the Thornton Police Department disproving Phillips’ claim upon learning of the comments. “I find it alarming to hear statements from our Representative suggesting that lower incident numbers in South Thornton are due to residents choosing not to report crimes to law enforcement,” said Mader. “Residents of South Thornton are proud of our community and care deeply about it — far more than Representative Philips’ comments would suggest.”

Cervantes emphasized that these are the same fear-based narratives that conservatives use to stigmatize working-class neighborhoods. “This is a fear tactic parroted by Trump and Colorado Republicans,” said Cervantes. “They solicit fear and anger for votes and if the data says otherwise, they dismiss it as being manipulated or wrong— Which is what Phillips is doing. We deserve better and we will have better come June.”

Gabriel Cervantes is running for the Democratic nomination for Colorado House District 31, which covers Southern to Eastern Thornton. He was born and raised in Thornton, where he attended Thornton High School, and is currently the Ward 1 representative on the Thornton Arts, Sciences, and Humanities Council, as well as the RTD Citizens’ Board Member that represents Thornton. Prior to launching his bid for office, he was a recruitment organizer for the Adams County Young Democrats and later the Colorado Young Democrats.

Sources:

Thornton February Town Hall | @ 40:00

January 27, 2026 Thornton Crime Reporting Statistics | @ 1:40:03

April 28, 2026 Thornton Crime Reporting Statistics | @ 2:46:17

Thornton Police Department Call Statistics 2023-2025

Thornton Community Watch Program Sector (South Thornton)-2024 Phone Calls to Police

Thornton Community Watch Program Sector (South Thornton)-2025 Phone Calls to Police

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Media Contacts:

Lyndsy Morse-Casillas, Media Relations, 720-610-7524

Cate Stanek, Media Relations, 303-775-0984

Brenda Ritenour, Community Engagement Manager, 303-916-7465

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Community Invited to Home Safety and Tenant Rights Event on June 9

Join the city for a free event to learn about tenant rights and home safety.

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder invites community members to a free informational event to learn more about home safety and tenant rights on Tuesday, June 9, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Penfield Tate, II Municipal Building, 1777 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302.

This event is designed to help community members understand their rights as tenants, what services are available to support tenants, city laws around manufactured home communities, and topics related to building and home safety, including creating a wildfire-resilient home and community.

Whether you rent, own, or live in a manufactured home, staff will be available throughout the event to answer questions and will present two sessions to cover important information.

• 5:30 to 6 p.m. – Tenant Rights and Services
  • Topics include Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance Services, information about the Community Mediation and Resolution Center, and manufactured home community codes and rules.
• 6:15 to 7 p.m. – Building and Home Safety
  • Topics include building safety codes, permitting requirements (building and renovation), landscaping, Wildfire Resilience (landscaping, home hardening, and defensible space), plus drought watch and seasonal water conservation information.

Community members are also encouraged to sign up for the city’s new Tenant Update email list to receive updates about local housing events, practical guidance on tenant rights and responsibilities, and information on city programs.

Learn more about tenant rights and services and Planning & Development Services on the city’s website.

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May 26, 2026

Contact: Serena Woods

serena@woods-strategies.com

Coalition Opposing Proposed Initiative 175 grows to 57 Organizations

Hospitals, business groups, higher education institutions, K-12 education advocates, conservation advocates, public transit organizations, local governments, and labor organizations are asking proponents to withdraw Initiative 175

Denver, CO – Today, Keep Kids First Colorado released a letter, now signed by nearly 60 organizations, asking the “Restore our Roads” coalition to withdraw Initiative 175. Proposed Initiative 175 earmarks funding for construction without new revenue, resulting in diverting millions of dollars from Colorado’s general fund and the critical services it funds. If Initiative 175 were to qualify for the ballot and pass, balancing the budget without major cuts to Medicaid, K-12 education, and higher education would be impossible. These three programs constitute approximately 70% of the state’s general fund budget

In April, Keep Kids First Colorado released a poll showing that when Colorado voters know the consequences of Initiative 175, only 34% support it.

The following organizations signed the letter opposing Initiative 175 (listed in alphabetical order):

1. 350 Colorado
2. AAA-the Auto Club Group
3. Alliance Colorado
4. Alpine Homecare, LLC
5. Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1001
6. The Bell Policy Center
7. Bicycle Colorado
8. Bike Colorado Springs
9. Bike Walk Golden
10. Boulder Chamber Transportation Connections
11. Centennial State Prosperity
12. Children’s Hospital Colorado
13. Cheyenne Village
14. Clare Levy, Boulder County Commissioner
15. Coalition 4 Cyclists
16. Cobalt
17. Colorado Association for Medical Equipment Services
18. Colorado Association of Ski Towns
19. Colorado Center on Law & Policy
20. Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
21. Colorado Education Association
22. Colorado Fiscal Institute
23. Colorado Hospital Association
24. Colorado Nurses Association
25. Colorado Rail Passenger Association
26. Colorado State University System
27. Colorado WINS
28. Community Cycles
29. Commuting Solutions
30. Conservation Colorado
31. Counties & Commissioners Acting Together
32. Craig Chamber of Commerce
33. The Denver Foundation
34. Denver Health & Hospital Authority
35. Denver Streets Partnership
36. Drive Clean Colorado
37. Eleos Services
38. Greater Denver Transit
39. GreenLatinos
40. Henry Sobanet
41. Home Care and Hospice Association of Colorado
42. MADD Colorado (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
43. MEAPTA
44. Mountain Mamas
45. Natural Resources Defense Council
46. Northeast Transportation Connections
47. Pedestrian and Cycle Manitou Springs
48. People Centered Colorado Springs
49. PikeRide, Inc.
50. Rangely Hospital District
51. Routt County
52. Sierra Club Colorado
53. Total Care Connections, Inc
54. Vibrant Englewood
55. West Line Corridor Collaborative
56. Western Resource Advocates
57. Womxn From The Mountain

In response to the measure, the legislature passed HB26-1430, which has provisions to offset some of the harms of proposed Initiative 175 if it were to qualify for the ballot, meet the 55% vote threshold required of constitutional amendments in November, and become law. HB26-1430 also established a process where if the proponents withdraw proposed Initiative 175 by June 15, the state would create a Transportation Improvement Advisory Working Group. This working group would provide an appropriate opportunity to find solutions to investing in transportation without drastic consequences to the Colorado state budget.

Proposed Initiative 175 is backed by corporations that stand to benefit financially from more highway construction, and proponents submitted signatures to the Secretary of State for review to qualify for the ballot.

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Megan Waters, Strategic Communications Coordinator, Conservation Colorado | communications@conservationco.org | 303-405-6715

Serena Woods, Centennial State Prosperity | serena@woods-strategies.com | 541-913-3194

Date: May 20, 2026

New data dashboard quantifies price increases faced by Colorado families

While President Trump unveiled new federal budget, last year’s policies continue to negatively impact Colorado families

DENVER — Today, Conservation Colorado and Centennial State Prosperity are launching a data dashboard showing increased costs and lost economic opportunities facing hardworking Coloradans. The new dashboard quantifies the experiences shared by Coloradans, as most families are paying more for basic needs. Organized by congressional districts, the dashboard highlights the impact of federal spending cuts in Colorado, the effects of tariffs on everyday Coloradans, the drastic increases to health insurance premiums faced by Coloradans and the ongoing increases in gas and energy prices. Coloradans want policies that lower costs and put more money in people’s pockets. When people have the tools and opportunities to build a good life, the economy grows and businesses prosper.

“Costs are going up because of policy decisions at the federal level and Coloradans want relief. We need Congress to pass a federal budget that is focused on giving hardworking Coloradans a real chance to succeed by investing in affordable healthcare, education, and housing,” said Laura “Pinky” Reinsch, executive director of Centennial State Prosperity. “A strong economy comes from working people doing well and having money to spend in their communities.”

The increased costs Colorado families are facing are even more timely as, in April, President Trump announced his proposed budget for next year that would increase defense spending by $1.5 trillion and fails to give Coloradans who are facing high costs for health care, gas, and groceries any relief. Trump’s proposed budget proposes funding a flush of defense spending through broad cuts across the federal government, including to K?12 grant programs, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act energy and environmental justice programs, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and Hospital preparedness, among many others. Congress is also discussing a reconciliation bill to boost defense funding, which they intend to pass before the August recess.

“The Trump administration is putting corporate polluters and a costly war over making life more affordable, safer and healthier for Coloradans. The result is higher energy costs for working families and less economic opportunity,” said Aly Ferrufino-Coqueugniot, deputy vice president of programs & politics at Conservation Colorado. “Congress needs to stop opposing vital clean energy projects and clean energy incentives. We want clean energy and lower electricity bills. When Coloradans working full-time still struggle to afford their utility bills, it holds back our entire economy.”

As demonstrated on the dashboard, H.R. 1 — passed last year — already has had devastating impacts on Coloradans’ household budgets.

The methodology for the dashboard is available at centennialstateprosperity.org/costs.

Fecha: 20 de mayo de 2026

Un nuevo panel de datos cuantifica los aumentos de precios que enfrentan las familias de Colorado

Si bien el presidente Trump presentó un nuevo presupuesto federal, las políticas del año pasado siguen afectando negativamente a las familias de Colorado

DENVER — Hoy, Conservación Colorado y Centennial State Prosperity lanzan un panel de datos que muestra el aumento de los costos y la pérdida de oportunidades económicas que enfrentan los trabajadores de Colorado. El nuevo panel cuantifica las experiencias compartidas de las personas que viven en Colorado ya que la mayoría de las familias están pagando más por sus necesidades básicas. Organizado por distrito congresional, el panel destaca el impacto de los recortes del gasto federal en Colorado, los efectos de los aranceles en la vida cotidiana de los habitantes de Colorado, los drásticos aumentos en las primas de los seguros médicos y el continuo incremento de los precios de la gasolina y la energía. Los habitantes de Colorado desean políticas que reduzcan los costos y aumenten el poder adquisitivo de las personas. Cuando las personas cuentan con las herramientas y las oportunidades para construir una buena vida, la economía crece y las empresas prosperan.

“Los costos están aumentando debido a decisiones políticas a nivel federal y las personas de Colorado necesitan un respiro económico. Necesitamos que el Congreso apruebe un presupuesto federal que se centre en brindar a las familias trabajadoras de Colorado una verdadera oportunidad de prosperar mediante la inversión en atención médica, educación y vivienda accesibles”, dijo Laura “Pinky” Reinsch, directora ejecutiva de Centennial State Prosperity. “Una economía fuerte proviene de que las familias trabajadoras prosperen y tengan dinero para gastar en sus comunidades”.

El aumento de los costos que enfrentan las familias de Colorado es aún más relevante, ya que en abril, el presidente Trump anunció su propuesta de presupuesto para el próximo año el cual aumentaría el gasto en defensa en 1.5 billones de dólares y no ofrece ningún alivio a los habitantes de Colorado que enfrentan altos costos de atención médica, gasolina y alimentos. El presupuesto propuesto por Trump plantea financiar un aumento considerable del gasto en defensa mediante recortes generalizados en todo el gobierno federal incluidos los programas de becas para educación K-12, los programas de energía y justicia ambiental de la Ley de Inversión en Infraestructura y Empleo, el Programa de Asistencia Energética para Hogares de Bajos Ingresos y la preparación Hospitalaria entre muchos otros. El Congreso también está analizando un proyecto de ley de reconciliación para aumentar el financiamiento de defensa, el cual planean aprobar antes del receso de agosto.

“La administración Trump está priorizando a las empresas contaminantes y una guerra costosa por encima de lograr una vida más accesible, segura y saludable para los habitantes de Colorado. El resultado son mayores costos de energía para las familias trabajadoras y menos oportunidades económicas”, dijo Aly Ferrufino-Coqueugniot, vicepresidenta adjunta de Programas y Política de Conservación Colorado. “El Congreso debe dejar de oponerse a proyectos vitales de energía limpia y a los incentivos para la energía limpia. Queremos energía limpia y facturas de electricidad más bajas. El desarrollo de nuestra economía se ve afectado cuando las familias trabajadoras aun con jornadas completas tienen dificultades para pagar sus facturas de servicios públicos”.

Como se muestra en el panel de datos, la Ley H.R. 1 — aprobada el año pasado — ya ha tenido impactos devastadores en los presupuestos de los hogares de los habitantes de Colorado.

La metodología del panel de datos está disponible en centennialstateprosperity.org/los-costos.

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Underground Music Showcase Announces 2026 Lineup for First Festival in the RiNo Art District

More than 200 performances and one of the festival’s largest local lineups to date will take over 12+ venues and creative spaces across RiNo July 24–26

DENVER — (May 14, 2026) — The Underground Music Showcase (UMS), Denver’s longest-running independent music festival, in partnership with the RiNo Business Improvement District (BID) and experiential agency Two Parts, today unveiled the lineup for its 2026 festival in the River North (RiNo) Art District July 24–26. The three-day festival brings together nationally touring artists, breakout acts, and one of the festival’s largest local lineups to date, featuring more than 200 performances across main stages, independent venues, and creative spaces throughout RiNo.

Headlining artists span a wide range of sounds, from 54 Ultra’s nostalgic blend of Latin soul, disco, and synth-driven rock to slenderbodies’ dreamy indie electronic textures and Goldie Boutilier’s cinematic mix of noir-pop, Americana, and alt-country storytelling. Other artists include Kaash Paige, Tommy Newport, Charlotte Sands, MAVI, Twin Shadow, King Mala, Deb Never, The Droptines, and BAD NERVES, alongside more than 160 local artists performing.

“This year’s lineup really reflects what UMS has always been about — putting local artists and nationally touring acts in conversation with each other,” said Keanan Stoner, UMS Festival Director. “We have artists coming through Denver appearing at festivals like Coachella, Outside Lands, and Lollapalooza this year, but what makes UMS special is getting to experience them in a more intimate, discovery-driven setting alongside the artists shaping Denver’s music scene. We’re excited to bring that experience into RiNo in a way that still feels unmistakably UMS.”

At this year’s UMS, fans can expect to hear a wide range of genres and sounds, ranging from moody alternative R&B, dreamy indie electronic, and synth-driven indie rock to jazz-influenced experimental hip-hop, cinematic alt-pop, modern Americana, and high-energy punk rock. Fans can explore the lineup through an interactive page where attendees can learn more about artists and “favorite” acts ahead of the scheduled release, making discovery part of the experience well before festival weekend.

RiNo’s dense, walkable layout allows festivalgoers to move easily between shows while exploring one of the nation’s top art districts. Home to more than 100 small businesses and 200 colorful murals from global and local artists, the neighborhood is filled with independent restaurants, bars, galleries, breweries, and creative spaces, making it easy for attendees to grab a meal, enjoy a beverage, or spend time exploring the district between sets.

“Discovering new artists and experiencing them in unexpected venues is central to the UMS experience, and RiNo creates the perfect environment for that spirit to keep growing,” said Terry Madeksza, Executive Director of the RiNo BID. “Throughout the weekend, music will spill out across venues, bars, galleries, creative studios, and other spaces, giving people new ways to explore RiNo, discover new artists, and support the more than 100 businesses that make the district so special. UMS is exactly the kind of district-wide experience RiNo was built for.”

With weekend passes starting at $95, UMS continues its commitment to accessibility through approachable pricing and community-centered programming that welcomes longtime attendees and first-time fans alike.

Additional programming details, venue announcements, and schedule information will be released in the coming weeks. Weekend passes are available at www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com.

About UMS

Founded in 2001, the Underground Music Showcase (UMS) is Denver’s longest-running independent music festival, built around music discovery and supporting the local community, shaping Denver’s music scene. Each summer, UMS brings together local artists, breakout acts, and nationally touring musicians across stages, independent venues, and unexpected creative spaces in Denver. UMS is committed to supporting artists at every level through fair compensation and creating spaces where their work can be heard, celebrated, and sustained. Through a new partnership with the RiNo Business Improvement District and experiential agency Two Parts, UMS remains locally owned and powered by RiNo businesses, helping reinvest in local artists and support venues while keeping the festival grounded in the community that shapes it. Learn more about UMS at www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com

About the RiNo Business Improvement District (BID)

Established in 2015, the RiNo Business Improvement District (BID) works to support a vibrant, inclusive, and economically strong River North community by championing local artists, creatives, and businesses. Funded by commercial property owners within the district, the RiNo BID invests in programs and services prioritized by the community to strengthen the creative economy, enhance the public realm, and support the long-term vitality of the district. For more information, please visit: www.rinoartdistrict.org/about/rino-bid/about

About Two Parts

Founded in 2012, Two Parts is a Denver-based experiential and creative agency specializing in the design and execution of festivals and events and the brands behind them. Drawing inspiration from art, design, entertainment, food, music, and culture, Two Parts brings bold ideas to life through strategic creativity, meticulous production, and collaborative partnerships. With end-to-end capabilities spanning creative strategy, event management, and experiential marketing, Two Parts creates memorable moments that foster engagement and build community. Learn more at www.twoparts.com.

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Media Contacts:

Lyndsy Morse-Casillas, City of Boulder Media Relations, 720-610-7524

Natalie Miller, City of Lafayette Media Relations, 303-661-1250

Homeownership Program, 303-441-3157

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City of Boulder partners with City of Lafayette to expand Affordable Homeownership Program to a regional model

Two Lafayette homes have been added to the program and will be sold at below market-rate prices to income-eligible buyers.

BOULDER, Colo. – The Boulder Regional Affordable Homeownership Program, a City of Boulder homeownership program, has expanded to a regional model. Thanks to a partnership with the City of Lafayette, two Lafayette homes are now listed and accepting applications from certified applicants.

“This collaboration strengthens our shared commitment to ensuring that residents across Boulder County have access to stable, attainable homeownership opportunities,” said Lafayette Mayor Tapia Vega. “By joining the regional program, we’re advancing Lafayette’s goal of promoting long?term affordability that supports families, local workers, and the overall health of our community.”

Homes in the Boulder Regional Affordable Homeownership Program are sold at below market-rate prices to income-eligible buyers who intend to occupy the homes. Homes are permanently affordable and governed by an Affordability Covenant that limits the resale price and places other restrictions on the home. While most homes in the program are in the city of Boulder, the program will continue to expand throughout Boulder County.

“Through the Boulder County Regional Housing Partnership, established in 2018, municipalities are collectively tackling the region’s affordable housing challenges,” said Jay Sugnet, housing senior manager with the City of Boulder. “The Regional Housing Partnership’s Boulder Regional Affordable Homeownership Program is a unique opportunity to create and preserve affordable homeownership opportunities for community members throughout Boulder County who otherwise would not be able to afford to purchase a market-rate home.”

The marketing period for these Lafayette homes has been increased from 30 to 60 days to give interested buyers time to gather the required documentation and apply to the program. The new homes are:

• 775 Bedivere Cir – Lafayette – 4 Bed, 2 Bath – $402,200
• 1585 Sagrimore Cir – Lafayette – 3 Bed, 1 Bath – $262,100

Who Qualifies?

This program offers opportunities for homeownership to those with low, moderate, and middle incomes. To qualify, households must:

• Be under certain income and asset maximums. Each home has its own income limit.
• Complete the city orientation and homebuyer education class.
• Have a minimum of $2,000 toward down payment/closing costs.
• Meet additional program requirements.

View all requirements on the city’s website.

How are buyers selected?

All homes in the Boulder Regional Affordable Homeownership Program go through a Fair Selection Process to identify a buyer.

Households that enter the Fair Selection Process are sorted into tiers based on where their job is located, how long they have worked there, and how long they have been continuously certified for the program. If there is more than one household in a tier, then a random drawing occurs.

All newly listed homes require a 30-day period, increased to 60 days for the new Lafayette homes, during which time certified applicants can submit a Fair Selection Process entry form. If a home does not have a buyer after this period, any certified and eligible buyer can submit an offer for the home.

Before entering the Fair Selection Process for a home, interested applicants must become program-certified. View all homes for sale and find more information about how to apply to the program on the city’s website.

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Monday, May 18, 2026

Media Contact: Antonia-Mia Gallegos, Media Relations, 303-413-7299

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City of Boulder closures for Memorial Day holiday, May 25

BOULDER, Colo. – All City of Boulder administrative facilities and Age Well Centers will be closed Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. The following facilities and services will be open:

• Recreation centers
  • Due to street closures associated with the BOLDERBoulder, the North Boulder Recreation Center will be open from 1:30 to 6 p.m.
  • East Boulder Community Center and South Boulder Recreation Center will be closed.
• Scott Carpenter Pool lap lanes and leisure pool areas will be open from 1:30 to 6 p.m.
• Spruce Pool will be open from 1:30 to 6 p.m.
• Boulder Reservoir will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the swim area open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekday permits are not valid on Memorial Day.
• Flatirons Golf Course will be open from sunrise to sunset for tee times, depending on weather conditions.
• Open Space and Mountain Parks trails and trailheads will be open. Plan your visit to Boulder’s trails and open spaces.

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, parking is free on city streets and in all city-owned lots and downtown garages. Paid parking is in effect at/near Chautauqua Park on the holiday.

The free Park-to-Park shuttle to Chautauqua runs from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends and holidays beginning Saturday, May 23, through Labor Day, Sept. 7. For city parking information, visit the Parking Guide.

Community members should be aware that there will be heavy traffic impacts and road closures on Monday, May 25, due to the BOLDERBoulder. It is recommended to use alternative transportation and parking options during this time.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Media Contact:

Sam Clusman, Media Relations, 303-441-4247

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City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks earns Leave No Trace Gold Standard site designation

In June, Leave No Trace and Boulder OSMP staff will team up to deliver community-based stewardship projects

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) Department has earned the Leave No Trace Gold Standard site designation from the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, to recognize leadership in conservation, visitor education, and responsible outdoor recreation. At the same time, OSMP was named to the 2026 Spotlights program, joining 12 communities nationwide that are taking meaningful actions to protect outdoor spaces through onsite education and restoration efforts.

“This recognition reflects years of thoughtful, intentional work by our Open Space and Mountain Parks team to balance access to the outdoors with the responsibility to protect it,” said Boulder City Manager Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde. “Boulder’s open space is central to our community’s identity, and OSMP continues to lead in showing how recreation and conservation can go hand in hand when we all share in caring for these places.”

From June 4 to 7, Leave No Trace staff will partner with OSMP to host a series of community events focused on continued education, restoration, and stewardship. The city will formally celebrate its Gold Standard Designation with the community during an education event at Chautauqua Park on June 7.

“The goal with Gold Standard Sites and Spotlights recognition is to showcase the power of communities coming together to protect the outdoor spaces they care about,” said Dana Watts, the executive director of Leave No Trace. “It’s exciting to recognize OSMP’s ongoing commitment to conservation—they’re a fantastic example of how to implement Leave No Trace education effectively. It’s particularly rewarding for us because Leave No Trace is headquartered in Boulder—our staff gets to enjoy properties that OSMP oversees on a daily basis.”

Spotlight Events are free and open to all ages and abilities. More information can be found on the Leave No Trace webpage.

Thursday, June 4: Leave No Trace Trivia Night, 6 to 8 p.m. at Fjallraven Boulder.

Leave No Trace team will host a trivia night with questions about Leave No Trace practices and the Boulder area ecosystem. Attendees can test their knowledge, win prizes, and learn more about Leave No Trace ethics.

Saturday, June 6: National Trails Day Stewardship Project, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Celebrate National Trails Day by volunteering to make the Hidden Valley trail accessible to all-terrain hand cycles. This work will support a larger mission of making an interconnected system of handcycle accessible trails at Boulder Valley Ranch. Lunch will be provided. Learn more and register.

Sunday, June 7: Gold Standard Designation Ceremony & Education Table, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find OSMP and Leave No Trace staff at Chautauqua Park trailhead for family-friendly games and information about how you play a role in both enjoying and protecting our natural spaces. Join us in celebrating the official Gold Standard Designation with Leave No Trace at 10 a.m.

About Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the outdoors through science, education, and stewardship. By providing research-backed education and programs, Leave No Trace works to ensure a sustainable future for people and the natural world.

www.LNT.org

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Monday, May 18, 2026

Media Contacts:

Aisha Ozaslan, Media Relations, 303-501-2318

Sydney Schieffer, Senior Transportation Planner, 720-948-9347

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Free Park-to-Park shuttle to Chautauqua begins 2026 season on Saturday, May 23

Service runs weekends and summer holidays through Labor Day, Sept. 7

BOULDER, Colo. – On Saturday, May 23, the City of Boulder begins service for the free Park-to-Park shuttle service to and from Chautauqua Park via several stops around Boulder, including downtown Boulder, University Hill, and along Broadway. The service includes free shuttle parking and is a convenient, fast, and stress-free way to visit Chautauqua while reducing impacts to the park and the surrounding neighborhood.

The shuttle runs every weekend and on summer holidays from Saturday, May 23, through Monday, Sept. 7. Included city holidays are Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Details include:

• The shuttle runs every 30 minutes from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and picks up passengers from 19 bus stops marked with Park-to-Park shuttle signage. For real-time shuttle schedule and information, download the Transit app.
• Visitors can park for free at downtown city parking garages, where parking is always free on weekends and holidays. Special events and summer maintenance work may impact parking availability. The 11th and Spruce parking garage will be closed for construction this season.
• For $2.50 per hour from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the shuttle season, visitors can park along the Chautauqua Park green parking areas, on Baseline Road near the park, at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage lot, and in the neighborhood north of Chautauqua Park. Download the ParkMobile app or pay at a nearby pay station. Paid parking during the peak season helps keep the shuttle service free to the public and reduces vehicular impacts to the area.
• Shuttles feature bike racks. Dogs, strollers, and hiking gear are also welcome aboard.
• City garage parking and shuttles are ADA-accessible for people using wheelchairs. Free accessible parking is also available in Chautauqua Park in the Ranger Cottage lot and around the Chautauqua Park green parking area.
• Visitors can speak to program ambassadors stationed near the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage for customer service support.
• The city also partners with BCycle and Lime to provide more travel choices to more people, including to support managing access to Chautauqua. The nearest Lime Grove, or mandatory parking corral, is located on Baseline Road, just west of Lincoln Place. A BCycle station is available on Baseline Road near the park. E-bikes and e-scooters are not allowed on any trails in Chautauqua Park, and these shared devices use location-based technology to manage operations and parking.

Park-to-Park is part of the city’s Chautauqua Access Management Plan (CAMP). With Chautauqua Park being one of Boulder’s most in-demand destinations, CAMP seeks to better manage access to the park while minimizing impacts to the neighborhood and the area’s natural and cultural resources. The shuttle is supported by the City of Boulder and Visit Boulder, the Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau, and is operated by Via Mobility Services.

Boulder community members can also access many nearby outdoor destinations via bus or shuttle, including the free Eldo Shuttle to Eldorado Canyon State Park and the city’s Marshall Mesa, Doudy Draw, and South Mesa trailheads, the free Hessie Shuttle to the Hessie Trailhead, and the seasonal Bustang to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. The Park-2-Park also connects with the Eldo shuttle at the 27th Way Park-n-Ride stop.

For more information, visit ParktoPark.org.

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Media Contact: Chynna Roberts | chynna.roberts@state.co.us

DENVER, COLORADO (May 5, 2026) — The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Natriece Bryant as its new Deputy Executive Director and Chief Administrative Officer, effective May 18, 2026. Bryant brings more than two decades of leadership experience across state and local government and the private sector, with deep expertise in operations, budgeting, infrastructure planning, and strategic policy implementation.

“We are thrilled to welcome Natriece Bryant to CDEC’s executive leadership team,” said Dr. Lisa Roy, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. “Natriece brings a wealth of experience leading complex systems and delivering results that strengthen communities. Her strategic mindset, operational expertise, and commitment to public service will be instrumental as we continue building a strong, coordinated early childhood system for Colorado’s children, families, and early childhood professionals.”

“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside an incredible team at CDEC. Together, we will continue to listen, innovate, and deliver solutions that meet the needs of Colorado’s children, families, and providers,” said Natrice Bryant, Deputy Executive Director and Chief Administrative Officer of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.

Most recently, Bryant has served as a Strategic Advisor and Senior Director – Advisory and Planning with WSP, where she developed and implemented strategic plans for infrastructure projects nationwide. In this role, she analyzed market trends and regulatory environments to inform transportation, urban development, environmental, and asset management planning. She also provided budgetary guidance and financial modeling to assess project feasibility and return on investment, while navigating federal, state, and local policies to support large-scale project delivery and client procurement strategies. At the Denver Public Library, Bryant served as Chief Operations Officer and directed all operational functions for the system. She oversaw a $94 million operating budget and a $7 million capital budget tied to Denver bond programs.

Bryant has also held multiple senior leadership roles within the State of Colorado, where she has built a strong track record of operational, financial, and enterprise-wide leadership. She served as Deputy Chief Customer Officer for the Governor’s Office of Information Technology, where she led technology operations and service delivery for 17 state agencies, strengthening security compliance, regulatory adherence, and statewide system performance. Before that, she served as Deputy Executive Director for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, overseeing department-wide operations, financial management, strategic planning, and fiduciary compliance across housing, local government, taxation, and disaster recovery programs. Earlier in her state service, she was Consumer Education and Public Outreach Manager for the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, where she directed statewide communications and education strategies for the financial services and banking divisions, strengthening public engagement and consumer awareness across the state.

Bryant’s appointment reflects CDEC’s continued focus on strong operational leadership and strategic alignment as the department advances its mission to support young children, families, and early childhood professionals across Colorado.

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El Departamento de Primera Infancia de Colorado anuncia a Natriece Bryant como nueva subdirectora ejecutiva y directora administrativa

DENVER, COLORADO (El 5 de mayo de 2026) — El Departamento de Primera Infancia de Colorado (CDEC) se complace en anunciar el nombramiento de Natriece Bryant como su nueva subdirectora ejecutiva y directora administrativa, con vigencia a partir del 18 de mayo de 2026. Bryant aporta más de dos décadas de experiencia en liderazgo en el gobierno estatal y local, así como en el sector privado, con una sólida trayectoria en operaciones, presupuestos, planificación de infraestructura e implementación de políticas estratégicas.

“Nos alegra dar la bienvenida a Natriece Bryant al equipo de liderazgo ejecutivo de CDEC”, dijo la Dra. Lisa Roy, directora ejecutiva del Departamento de Primera Infancia de Colorado. “Natriece aporta una amplia experiencia liderando sistemas complejos y logrando resultados que fortalecen a las comunidades. Su visión estratégica, su experiencia operativa y su compromiso con el servicio público serán fundamentales mientras seguimos construyendo un sistema de primera infancia sólido y coordinado para los niños, las familias y los profesionales de la primera infancia en Colorado.”

“Agradezco la oportunidad de servir junto a un equipo increíble en CDEC. Juntos, seguiremos escuchando, innovando y ofreciendo soluciones que respondan a las necesidades de los niños, las familias y los proveedores en Colorado”, dijo Natriece Bryant, subdirectora ejecutiva y directora administrativa del Departamento de Primera Infancia de Colorado.

Más recientemente, Bryant se ha desempeñado como asesora estratégica y directora sénior de asesoría y planificación en WSP, donde desarrolló e implementó planes estratégicos para proyectos de infraestructura a nivel nacional. En este rol, analizó tendencias del mercado y entornos regulatorios para informar la planificación en transporte, desarrollo urbano, medio ambiente y gestión de activos. También brindó orientación presupuestaria y modelos financieros para evaluar la viabilidad de proyectos y el retorno de inversión, mientras navegaba políticas federales, estatales y locales para apoyar la ejecución de proyectos de gran escala y estrategias de adquisición de clientes. En la Biblioteca Pública de Denver, Bryant se desempeñó como directora de operaciones, liderando todas las funciones operativas del sistema. Supervisó un presupuesto operativo de 94 millones de dólares y un presupuesto de capital de 7 millones de dólares vinculado a programas de bonos de la ciudad de Denver.

Bryant también ha ocupado múltiples puestos de liderazgo en el Estado de Colorado, donde ha construido una sólida trayectoria en liderazgo operativo, financiero y a nivel institucional. Fue subdirectora de atención al cliente en la Oficina de Tecnología de la Información del Gobernador, donde lideró las operaciones tecnológicas y la prestación de servicios para 17 agencias estatales, fortaleciendo el cumplimiento de seguridad, la adherencia regulatoria y el desempeño de los sistemas a nivel estatal. Antes de eso, se desempeñó como subdirectora ejecutiva del Departamento de Asuntos Locales de Colorado, supervisando las operaciones del departamento, la gestión financiera, la planificación estratégica y el cumplimiento fiduciario en programas de vivienda, gobierno local, impuestos y recuperación ante desastres. En una etapa anterior de su servicio estatal, fue gerente de educación al consumidor y divulgación pública en el Departamento de Agencias Reguladoras de Colorado, donde dirigió estrategias estatales de comunicación y educación para las divisiones de servicios financieros y banca, fortaleciendo la participación pública y la conciencia del consumidor en todo el estado.

El nombramiento de Bryant refleja el enfoque continuo de CDEC en un liderazgo operativo sólido y la alineación estratégica, mientras el departamento avanza en su misión de apoyar a los niños pequeños, las familias y los profesionales de la primera infancia en todo Colorado.

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May 21, 2026

Matt Inzeo, Communications Director | 303-909-9615 | matthew.inzeo@state.co.us

CDOT Unveils Transportation Plan for Next 10 Years

Plan is a Comprehensive Roadmap to Fix Roads, Advance Safety and Increase Transportation Choice

Statewide — The Colorado Department of Transportation has formally approved its comprehensive 10-Year Plan for over 250 projects across the state. This comprehensive plan serves as an action-oriented investment strategy roadmap, designed to enhance the state’s economy, preserve the quality of life for all residents, and ensure a more connected and efficient transportation network for the next decade.

“This 10-Year Plan is part of our firm commitment to a safer, more connected future for every Coloradan,“ said Executive Director Shoshana Lew. “This plan was developed through countless conversations with Colorado residents, local elected officials, technical experts, and many others dedicated to improving Colorado’s roads. Even in a time of limited financial resources, this plan reflects the unique landscape of our state, helps to maintain and enhance our roads and bridges, and improves safety for every member of the traveling public. We can make a meaningful improvement to fix our roads, make them safer, and give people more and better choices for getting around.”

CDOT’s most recent 10-Year Plan has already delivered measurable progress in improving pavement conditions across the state. Recent performance trends show steady gains in the percentage of roadways in good condition and continued reductions in those in poor condition. These results demonstrate that sustained, strategic investment is moving the needle today, and will continue to drive improvements for Colorado’s transportation system in the decade ahead. This focus is evident as approximately 55% of all 10-Year Plan projects include pavement work.

The 10-Year Plan is a targeted subset of the broader Statewide Transportation Plan, helping translate the long-term vision of the recently updated Statewide Transportation Plan into a clear, measurable pipeline of priority projects throughout Colorado. Focusing on near- and mid-term implementation, the 10-Year Plan provides transparency into how state funds are allocated and how each project aligns with the evolving transportation needs of the state.

The strategy of the 10-Year Plan is built around the Colorado Department of Transportation’s three core pillars that will guide investment decisions for the next decade:

• Fix our roads: Prioritizing significantly improving infrastructure conditions through the repair or replacement of aging bridges and miles of roadway across every region.
• Advance transportation safety: Implementing critical safety projects to help ensure that every traveler arrives at their destination securely, regardless of their mode of travel.
• Sustainably increase transportation choices: Expanding multimodal connections and providing viable alternatives to single-occupancy vehicle travel.

Key initiatives within this 10-Year Plan include the Colorado Mountain Rail and Front Range Passenger Rail projects, which are designed to sustainably enhance transportation options by developing a passenger rail network that connects mountain towns and Front Range communities with Denver. These rail initiatives leverage existing infrastructure to meet increasing demand for efficient and safe travel alternatives in Colorado.

Additionally, the Federal Boulevard Bus Rapid Transit project will implement 18 miles of dedicated infrastructure and stations from 120th Avenue to Dartmouth Avenue, providing high-frequency transit while supporting essential pedestrian and bicycle facilities in a busy urban commuting environment.

On the eastern plains, the I-70 Concrete Reconstruction project from Genoa to Arriba will improve safety and long-term highway durability by reconstructing several miles of poorly rated pavement on one of the state’s most critical freight corridors, resulting in a more reliable and smoother ride for travelers.

In the mountains, the I-70 Glenwood Canyon Critical Asset Repair project will focus on the most deteriorated sections of the corridor, replacing guardrails with modern systems that meet current crash testing standards to help ensure the long-term reliability of this vital interstate link. These are just some examples of a large portfolio of over 250 projects that represent CDOT’s commitment to fixing our roads, advancing transportation safety, and sustainably expanding multimodal investments across the state.

“Our investment strategy allows us to continue our commitment to serve all Coloradans, from new rail networks along the front range to vital pavement reconstruction projects on eastern I-70,” said Darius Pakbaz, director of CDOT’s Division of Transportation Development. “These over 250 projects reflect a truly statewide vision and directly address the diverse transportation needs we heard from communities across Colorado.”

The creation of this 10-Year Plan is deeply rooted in public collaboration and is a direct reflection of the people it serves. Its development was informed by an extensive and robust public outreach process that engaged local governments, transportation partners, community organizations, and thousands of individual residents. CDOT extends its deepest gratitude to every Coloradan who took the time to submit comments, participate in town hall meetings, and share their priorities. This collaborative feedback from across the state helped ensure that this 10-Year Plan reflects the diverse needs of all of Colorado’s communities, making it a truly statewide vision.

For more information on the 10-Year Plan and to view the complete project list, please visit the official CDOT 10-Year Plan website.

About CDOT

The Colorado Department of Transportation’s mission is to provide the best multi-modal transportation system that most effectively and safely moves people, goods and information. CDOT maintains more than 23,000 lane miles of highway, more than 3,400 bridges and 35 mountain passes. Our team of employees works tirelessly to reduce the rate and severity of crashes and improve the safety of all modes of transportation. CDOT leverages partnerships with a range of private and public organizations and operates Bustang, an interregional express bus service. Find more details at codot.gov.

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May 19, 2026

Stacia Sellers

CDOT Maintenance & Operations Communications Lead

720-280-5291 | stacia.sellers@state.co.us

CDOT launches emergency tree cutting project to reduce wildfire risk along state highways

Work underway on five high-risk corridors along the Front Range and foothills

Front Range – The Colorado Department of Transportation began a $4 million emergency tree cutting project targeting state highway corridors determined to be at the highest risk for wildfires this summer. Work is expected to continue through the end of June.

The project is being performed by two contractors, VM West and Asplundh, and covers five highway corridors:

• Colorado Highway 119 from Mile Point 0 to 40 (from US 6 in Clear Creek Canyon north to the Nederland area)
• Colorado Highway 72 from MP 10 to 53 (from Coal Creek Canyon through Pinecliffe and Nederland to near Allenspark)
• Colorado Highway 93 from MP 7 to 10 (between Golden and Boulder)
• Colorado Highway 128 from MP 1 to 3 (near the junction with CO 93, west of Broomfield)
• Colorado Highway 67 from MP 77 to 100 (from the Woodland Park area north toward Westcreek)

Crews will work Mondays through Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., advancing approximately three miles per day.

“Reducing fuel loads along our highway corridors is a critical step in protecting both our infrastructure and the communities these roads serve,” said Jim Fox, CDOT’s deputy director of maintenance. “This emergency project allows us to address the highest-risk areas quickly and aggressively before fire season peaks.”

Motorists traveling through active work areas should expect alternating one-lane traffic controlled by flaggers. Signage is in place along affected corridors to alert drivers of upcoming tree-cutting activities. Drivers are urged to slow down, follow flagger instructions, and remain alert when passing through work zones.

Additional highway corridors may be added to the project scope if funding allows. Once the project funds are exhausted, work will conclude. Motorists can check current road conditions and project updates at COtrip.org or the COtrip Planner app.

About CDOT’s Division of Maintenance and Operations

The vision of the Division of Maintenance & Operations (DMO) is to create one integrated division. The division’s focus is on real-time maintenance and operations services, as well as near-term improvement projects. We can best support the crucial work of our five CDOT regions. Our support helps to provide the optimal service and safety for the traveling public in Colorado. CDOT’s DMO – we do more than you think.

Download the COtrip Planner App!

The free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

About CDOT

The Colorado Department of Transportation’s mission is to provide the best multi-modal transportation system that most effectively and safely moves people, goods, and information. CDOT maintains more than 23,000 lane miles of highway, more than 3,400 bridges, and 35 mountain passes. Our team of employees works tirelessly to reduce the rate and severity of crashes and improve the safety of all modes of transportation. CDOT leverages partnerships with a range of private and public organizations and operates Bustang, an interregional express bus service. Find more details at codot.gov.

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Media Contacts

Firearms Dealer Division: dor_edo@state.co.us

Colorado Parks & Wildlife: Travis Duncan, Travis.Duncan@state.co.us

Colorado Bureau of Investigations: Rob Low, Rob.Low@state.co.us

Today, the Department of Revenue, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) are requesting feedback from Coloradans, stakeholders, and industry experts to help inform final guidance on SB25-003 that will be issued in July.

Signed by Governor Jared Polis in April 2025, Senate Bill 25-003 promotes public safety by requiring firearm safety training and an eligibility card issued by a sheriff to purchase and/or transfer specified semiautomatic firearms. SB25-003 also prohibits the purchase and sale of all rapid-fire conversion devices, like bump stocks and binary triggers.

The Firearms Dealer Division (FDD) within the Department of Revenue, CPW, and CBI are actively working with stakeholders, industry experts, and advocates to ensure different perspectives are captured and considered as they implement the new law.

Proposed Specified Semiautomatic Firearm Guidance

On May 15, the FDD published and made available draft guidance about specific models of firearms, as required by SB25-003.

As part of its commitment to an open and transparent process, the FDD shared a form for anyone to submit feedback and comments on the proposed firearms guidance. This form will remain open until midnight on June 5, 2026. The FDD will release the official guidance on July 1, 2026, and the new law will take effect on August 1, 2026.

Firearms Safety Program

As part of the legislation, starting August 1, 2026, individuals must obtain an eligibility card from their sheriff and complete a firearms safety course before purchasing or transferring a Specified Semiautomatic Firearm (SSF). This law only affects those who will purchase and transfer SSFs after August 1, 2026. Those who are in possession of an SSF prior to August 1, 2026, are not affected by this new legislation.

For updated information from CPW on how to purchase or transfer an SSF beginning August 1, visit CPW’s Firearms Safety Program page.

Background Checks

The CBI InstaCheck Unit has prepared and trained an additional 20 reserve staff members from various sections within the CBI to prepare for the implementation of SB25-003.

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For Immediate Release

May 20, 2026

Media Contact: Natalie Springett, nspringett@bouldercounty.gov

Email the Commissioners: commissioners@bouldercounty.gov

Jana Petersen Resigns as County Administrator

Commissioners thank Petersen for her years of service and exceptional leadership

• County Administrator Jana Petersen’s last day at Boulder County will be Aug. 11.
• The Boulder County Commissioners will begin a recruitment process and appoint an interim County Administrator.
• To receive this information in another language, please email colist@bouldercounty.gov.

Boulder County, Colo. -The Boulder County Commissioners announced today (May 20) that County Administrator Jana Petersen has resigned, effective Aug. 11. She and her family are relocating to Santa Barbara County, CA, where Petersen has accepted a position as County Executive.

“Jana’s years of dedicated public service and exceptional leadership have had a lasting impact on Boulder County,” Commissioner Claire Levy said. “As the county’s first and only County Administrator, she has played a critical role in shaping the organization and advancing many of the county’s accomplishments. While her departure is a significant loss for our leadership team, we are grateful for the strong foundation she leaves behind and look forward to the next chapter for this position and for Boulder County. Santa Barbara County is lucky to have Jana’s talent and commitment to public service.”

“Boulder County has been my home for nearly three decades,” Petersen said. “Everything I’ve learned in my public service career has come from the people and places here. It’s bittersweet for that to end, because I love this community. At the same time, I’m looking forward to learning and leading in a new community when I move to Santa Barbara later this summer.”

Petersen’s career at Boulder County began in 1996 as a public information officer. Starting in 1999, she worked for six years at the city of Boulder in different executive roles, including assistant city manager. She returned to Boulder County as deputy to the Board of County Commissioners in 2005. She was promoted later to Administrative Services Director and was appointed as the first-ever Boulder County Administrator in 2020, when the commissioners decided to reorganize county government.

During Petersen’s tenure as County Administrator, Boulder County reshaped its services to be more accessible and virtual in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Under her leadership, the county team responded to support victims of the devastating Marshall Wildfire and Wind Event, earning praise from state and federal officials for the speed and effectiveness of recovery work. County staff also completed several critical infrastructure projects, including construction and opening of the Joe Pelle Center, as well as opening of the Southeast Community Hub in Lafayette and design of a Boulder Community Hub, scheduled to open later this year at 2525 28th Street. The new Hubs are modeled after the St. Vrain Community Hub in Longmont, as a one-stop shop for residents needing county services.

“The collaboration and teamwork at Boulder County have made such a positive impact during my time here,” Petersen said. “As I leave this role, I know the Boulder County community is in good hands for whatever challenges lie ahead, with such strong leadership and staff.”

The commissioners will begin a recruitment effort to identify the strongest candidate for Boulder County’s next County Administrator. The Board of County Commissioners will appoint an interim County Administrator before Petersen’s departure in August to ensure a smooth transition.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Media Contacts:

Shannon Aulabaugh, City of Boulder Media Relations, 720-494-9903

Jeff Stahla, Northern Water Public Information Officer, 970-622-2331

www.bouldercolorado.gov

City Expands Effort to Remove Eurasian Watermilfoil from Boulder Reservoir

BOULDER, Colo. – Despite the presence of Eurasian Watermilfoil, Boulder Reservoir remains one of the Front Range’s premier destinations for swimming, boating, paddling, and outdoor recreation — and the City of Boulder wants to make sure it stays that way. This week, the City of Boulder and Northern Water launched new management efforts to help remove Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM), an invasive aquatic plant species, at the Boulder Reservoir.

EWM was initially detected at the Boulder Reservoir in summer 2022 by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Since then, the city and Northern Water have worked together to remove the invasive plant in shallow areas and have now expanded to more intensive mechanical and manual removal efforts.

Now through October, reservoir visitors can expect to see the following removal methods taking place on the water:

• Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting (DASH Program): an operation where divers use suction tubes underwater to remove EWM at the roots, reducing the plant population over time. Divers plan to operate in the water Mondays through Thursdays.
• Mechanical Harvesting: an approach that removes EWM biomass by cutting the plants underwater, similar to mowing, and collecting the material for removal. Contracted mechanical harvesting dates are scheduled now through June 9 and from Sept. 21 through Oct. 9.
• Shoreline Cleanup: The Mile High Youth Corps will support city staff with shoreline cleanup by manually removing near-shore EWM and collecting plant fragments and other shoreline debris.

The majority of these operations will take place within the no-wake zone of the reservoir. Signage will be posted at the reservoir entrance gate and boat ramps to serve as a reminder for boaters to exercise caution when removal operations are actively in progress. Additionally, diver locations will be indicated with “diver-down flags.”

In partnership with Eco-Cycle, the city launched an on-site composting program in 2025 to support sustainable invasive species management. As part of this effort, harvested EWM will be combined with goose waste to reduce landfill disposal and create nutrient-rich compost for future use on turfgrass areas at the reservoir.

While removal efforts help contain the plant, preventing the spread to and from the reservoir remains critical. “Preventing the spread of invasive aquatic plant species is a shared responsibility,” said Reservoir Recreation Manager Stacy Cole. “We encourage all reservoir visitors to continue practicing the ‘Clean, Drain, Dry’ approach by cleaning all watercraft and gear, draining all water, and allowing equipment to fully dry before entering another waterway.”

Boulder Reservoir remains open and welcoming to visitors throughout the removal process. The water is beautiful, the recreation is world-class, and the community’s commitment to protecting this resource makes it even more special. Whether you’re planning a morning paddle, an afternoon swim, or a day on the water with family and friends, now is a great time to come out and enjoy everything the Reservoir has to offer. Visitors are encouraged to check the Boulder Reservoir recreation page for current conditions, hours, and registration information before heading out.

Boulder Reservoir also serves as a water supply for the city of Boulder, as well as communities and water users downstream of the facility. More information on the city and Northern Water’s EWM management plan can be found on the FAQ webpage.

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Bands on the Bricks Returns to Downtown Boulder for 30th Season of Free Live Music on Pearl Street

Eight weeks of high-energy concerts, dancing under the Flatirons, and unforgettable community nights kick off June 10 on the Pearl Street Mall in downtown Boulder.

Boulder, CO [May 20, 2026] – Downtown Boulder’s beloved summer concert series, Bands on the Bricks, returns to the Pearl Street Mall for its 30th season every Wednesday from June 10 through July 29, 2026, bringing eight weeks of free live music, dancing, and community celebration to the heart of downtown Boulder. (A rain date is scheduled for August 6.)

From bluegrass and psychedelic rock to funk, cumbia, indie rock, and classic tribute performances, the 2026 lineup highlights an eclectic mix of local and regional artists set against the backdrop of the iconic Pearl Street Mall.

This year’s lineup includes:

• June 10: North Fork Crossing (Opening Act: Elle Michelle’s Grateful Holler) – Pride Night, sponsored by Bob & Katy Yates
• June 17: The Velvet Daydream (Opening Act: School of Rock Boulder) – CU Night
• June 24: Hazel Miller & The Collective (Opening Act: Coming Soon!) – FNBO Night
• July 1: The Long Run (Opening Act: Dylan Kishner – Solo Set) – FNBO Night
• July 8: The Dirty Turkeys (Opening Act: Derek & Co) – Sponsored by Martha Piper
• July 15: The Saint Cecilia (Opening Act: Eramis Fontenot) – Downtown Boulder Partnership Members Night, sponsored by Lindsay’s Boulder Deli and Organic Sandwich Company
• July 22: Ritmo Cascabel (Opening Act: Coming Soon!) – Sponsored by Japango
• July 29: Sempar (Opening Act: Coming Soon!)

The beer garden opens each Wednesday at 5:30 PM, with happy-hour specials from 5:30-6:30 PM, featuring $2 off beverages. Opening acts begin at 6:00 PM, followed by headlining performances from 7:00-9:00 PM.

“Bands on the Bricks continues to bring the community together through music, energy, and unforgettable summer nights downtown,” said Anna Salim, VP of Operations and Programming at Downtown Boulder Partnership. “This year’s lineup features an incredible variety of artists that reflect the spirit and creativity of Boulder’s live music scene.”

Following each concert, attendees are invited to continue the celebration at the official Bands on the Bricks afterparty hosted by Velvet Elk Lounge. The afterparty runs every Wednesday from 8-11 PM and features Velvet Vinyl tunes, All Night Happy Hour, and rotating food and beverage specials.

As part of Colorado’s America 250 – Colorado 150 celebration, Bands on the Bricks is proud to participate in the statewide Colorado Passport Program’s Live Music Pass presented by the Colorado Tourism Office. Attendees who check in through the mobile passport at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center during event hours can redeem one free canned cocktail, glass of wine, or non-alcoholic beverage at Bands on the Bricks (restrictions apply). The free passport encourages residents and visitors to explore live music experiences and destinations across Colorado throughout the summer season. More information can be found at www.colorado.com/passport.

Bands on the Bricks is produced by Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives, co-presented by FNBO and W.W. Reynolds Companies, and sponsored by the City of Boulder, Eldorado Natural Spring Water, and Daily Camera.

Additional details, artist information, and event updates can be found at BandsOnTheBricks.com.

For more information:

General public: 303-449-3774 | events@downtownboulder.org

Press: Tana Benitez, Marketing and Communications Coordinator

303-449-3774 | info@downtownboulder.org

About Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives:

Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives (DBCI) (formerly known as the Downtown Boulder Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created in 2017. The organization’s mission is to engage visitors and locals alike through arts, culture, innovation, and inclusive, community-driven experiences in downtown Boulder. (DBCIBoulder.org) DBCI, along with the Downtown Boulder Business Improvement District, falls under the umbrella of the parent organization, the Downtown Boulder Partnership.

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 Step into a Timeless Love Story at the 2026 1940s Ball: “Victory Through the Airwaves” with the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.  

June 20th, 2026 | Boulder Airport | Boulder, Colorado

BOULDER, CO – Boulder’s beloved tradition, the 1940s Ball, returns to the Boulder Municipal Airport this summer, inviting guests to relive the golden era of swing, jazz, and World War II history. This one-night-only celebration brings together vintage aircraft, authentic 1940s performers, big band music, and period dress, transforming the airport into a time machine of nostalgia and community spirit.

Now in its 18th year, the 1940s Ball has become one of Boulder’s most unique cultural events—part festival, part immersive theater, and part history lesson wrapped in glamour. Guests dance under the stars to the sounds of swing orchestras, enjoy classic cars and exhilarating WWII-era planes, and connect with a community that spans generations.

“We don’t just host an event—we bring history to life,” says Khyentse George, founder and producer of the Ball. “It’s about honoring the past, celebrating music and culture, and giving people a chance to step away from the ordinary and experience something truly unforgettable.”

 NEW THEME FOR 2026: “Victory Through the Airwaves” with the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

Celebrate the golden age of radio with live 1940s commercial breaks between big band sets, featuring sponsors like Ovaltine and Pepsodent. Step into a real 1940s radio broadcast, perform in a vintage radio drama, or hear your own voice played back over antique broadcasting equipment. You’ll even spot iconic moments from beloved 1940s films like Casablanca, reenacted live throughout the evening.

 Live on Three Stages: World-Class Big Bands and Iconic Talent
Dance to the irresistible rhythms of:
• The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra (direct from NYC!)

• The Hot Tomatoes Dance Orchestra

• Frank Sinatra Tribute by Derek Evilsizor

• Happy Days star Donny Most (“Ralph Malph”)

• Bob Hope tribute by Vegas star, Bill Johnson

• Flatirons Jazz Orchestra, Bianca & the Flyboys, Jeremy Mohney Swing, The Denver Dolls, The King Penny 1940s Radio Show, Kalama Polynesian Dancers, and more!

 Set Among WWII Planes, Vintage Cars & a Lantern-Lit Outdoor Dance Floor

Dance beneath a canopy of glowing Vietnamese lanterns on a massive open-air wooden dance floor surrounded by:

• Authentic WWII aircraft including the famed DC-3 and TBM Avenger
• Vintage cars & photo ops galore
• A WWII base camp and Victory Street full of immersive sets, living history re-enactors and historic exhibits
• The Casablanca Hangar with real movie props, foggy, moody lighting, and even a roulette table
• 1940s reenactors, cigarette girls, swing dance lessons, and a group conga line finale with Bob Hope & a dramatic confetti drop

 Inspired Immersion…

• Vintage Aircraft Tours and flyovers from historic WWII planes.
• Shop the 1940s Ball Vintage Fair
• Watch iconic characters like Lucille Ball, Carmen Miranda & Edward R. Murrow come to life
• Voice-act in vintage news bulletins
• Join the Best Dressed Contest and show off your vintage flair
• Visit the WWII Veteran Family Tribute Board to honor your loved ones
• And don’t miss the Homefront Craft Tent, scavenger hunt, and historical educator exhibits from Colorado’s 10th Mountain Division

 More Than a Party—A Celebration with Purpose
This event isn’t just about the past—it’s about giving back. A portion of ticket sales supports non-profits that serve historic preservation, and education. Over $120,000 has been donated to date.

 Tickets Sell Out Fast
Every year, tickets sell out weeks in advance—so don’t wait! Experience what the LA Times called “A Trip Back in Time.”

 Location: Historic Boulder Airport, Boulder, CO (est 1928)

 Date: June 20th, 2026

 Website: www.1940sBall.org

 Media Contact: Khyentse George 303-946-9227, kgeorge@1940sball.org

 Tickets: Available at www.1940sball.org

About the 1940s Ball

The 1940s Ball is a nonprofit organization and community-driven celebration of vintage culture, history, and music. Over the years it has grown into one of Colorado’s signature summer events, drawing thousands of attendees, performers, and history lovers from across the country. The mission of the 1940s Ball is to create community and cultural connections that cross generations, genres, and borders through celebrating the music, dance, and culture of the 1940s and 50s. The Boulder, CO.-based nonprofit aims to provide quality performances and educational opportunities which will not only inspire those who already love “The Greatest Generation,” but will also introduce others to it. A portion of ticket sales is donated to select nonprofits including The Colorado 10th Mountain Division Foundation and the Commemorative Air Force Rocky Mountain Wing.  Since being founded, the 1940sBall has donated $120,000 to charity partners.

Interested in seeing what it’s all about firsthand?  Just shoot us an email or call:

Media Contact: Khyentse George  720-924-1945  Kgeorge@1940sball.org  Note to Editor:  Visit this Drive folder to download high-resolution images and video from the Ball, 1940s Ball approved for press use.

Top 10 Things Not to Miss at the 2026 1940s Summer Ball!

See the best national big bands, regional swing bands and vintage touring acts, including @theglennmillerorchestra

There will be at least a dozen WWII aircraft on-site, including the DC3, C45, and Stearman. You can even climb aboard the Commemorative Air Force’s TBM Avenger for a “wing walk” and photo at sunset. Plus, there will be a thrilling flyover, weather contingent!

Visit the new KBDU 1940s radio station! Get your photo taken as a presenter and try radio broadcasting with WWII broadcaster, Edward Murrow!

Follow and watch actors perform famous scenes from “Casablanca” sets throughout the event!

VICTORY STREET is Airwaves & Radio themed! See spectacular sets, historic exhibits, multimedia displays, and international foods! Take a peek into the Homefront and WII craft-making techniques. Also, visit the South Sea Stage for a tropical bar, Polynesian dancers and more photo ops!

Pick up a game card at merchandize booth and join the scavenger hunt! Meet Carmen Miranda, Lucille Ball, Rita Hayworth, Betty Grable, Peggy Carter, Indiana Jones and more. Follow clues, solve puzzles and win prizes!

At 9:45 we will have a very special confetti drop and conga line celebration that you won’t want to miss!

Enter Casablanca’s Rick’s Café Americain in our hangar: play roulette, take pictures with vintage cameras, lights and props and join a swing dance lesson! Several swing dancing groups will teach lessons and demonstrate moves.

Take part in a 1940s themed contest! Ten event attendees will be selected to compete on-stage for the “Best Dressed Contest!” or join the “1940s Cosplay Contest!”

Wander the WWII base camp and talk to living history re-enactors! Solve the puzzle on your map to enter the hidden briefing room, with special sound and lighting effects and hear briefings!

***BONUS: Explore the 1940s and 50s car show with authentic vintage concessions! And don’t miss the Vintage Fair where you can shop for vintage and vintage-inspired gifts and clothing!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

CONTACT: Kailee Stiles, 507-250-1896

press@seligmanforag.com

Denver, CO – Tonight, David Seligman, candidate for Attorney General, released the following statement following the Colorado Democratic Party’s vote to censure Governor Polis:

“I support the Colorado Democratic Party’s censure of Governor Polis. But that’s not enough. The General Assembly should reconvene to investigate and hold him accountable. And if he commuted Tina Peters’ sentence at the behest of Donald Trump, surrendering the sovereign authority of Colorado, he should be impeached. We have to be done with performative politics and wield the tools of public power for real accountability for abuses of power.”

Seligman released an open letter to the members of the General Assembly outlining the legal rationale for the General Assembly to reconvene for an impeachment or formal censure of the Governor. See Seligman’s open letter to the legislature here.

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Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW) has expanded its Grab & Go meal program into Broomfield through a new partnership with Broomfield FISH, increasing access to nutritious prepared meals for community members experiencing food insecurity and other hardships.

CCMOW began providing 20 refrigerated meals per week to Broomfield FISH in March 2026. As of May 1, the organization now delivers 50 refrigerated meals each week across two distribution days — once during senior shopping day and again during a time dedicated to helping seniors access additional community resources.

This project was designed to increase access to nutritious meals for individuals and families who may not qualify for or choose not to enroll in CCMOW’s traditional home-delivered meals program. Grab & Go sites allow anyone in need of a fresh, ready-to-eat meal to participate without requirements for proof of residency, age, or income. Target demographics include older adults, individuals with disabilities, low-income families, and people experiencing food and/or housing insecurity.

“The Broomfield Community Foundation believes strong communities are built through collaboration. Coal Creek Meals on Wheels is creating a compassionate, low-barrier solution that helps ensure neighbors experiencing food insecurity, isolation, or hardship can access nutritious meals with dignity and care,” said Dion West, Executive Director of the Broomfield Community Foundation.

The new Broomfield location complements Coal Creek Meals on Wheels’ existing Grab & Go sites at the Lafayette Public Library, Sister Carmen Community Center, and the Erie Food Bank, expanding CCMOW’s proven model into another neighboring community.

“For more than 50 years, Coal Creek Meals on Wheels has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to supporting community members through nutritious meals and meaningful social connection. Their proven track record and strong volunteer network position them well to successfully expand this impactful model into Broomfield,” said Dion West, Executive Director of the Broomfield Community Foundation.

“FISH Participants are very grateful for this new partnership and are looking forward to the variety of new food options,” said Tangi Lancaster, Bilingual Participant Programs Advocate at Broomfield FISH.

Coal Creek Meals on Wheels continues to explore innovative ways to address food insecurity and social isolation across Boulder and Broomfield counties, ensuring that more community members have access to healthy meals and supportive services.

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CONTACT: Ira Arlook, ira@iraarlook.com, c: 202 258 5437

At AARP/Colorado Sun Event this evening, addressed by Colorado’s governor via video…

CLIMATE DEFIANCE ACTIVISTS CONFRONT JARED POLIS OVER HIS CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR THE OIL & GAS POLLUTION OF COLORADO

Despite 2018 Campaign Pledge to End Fossil Fuel Use in the State by 2040, Polis Has Consistently Undermined that Goal

His Appointees Just Approved Fracking at a Drill Site Near Aurora Reservoir, Endangering 400,000 Residents’ Drinking Water

Calling on Colorado’s governor, Jared Polis, to end his support of fracking and other oil and gas pollution of Colorado or resign, activists from Climate Defiance disrupted his video/virtual talk at a 2026 Legislative Recap Session presented by AARP and hosted by Colorado Sun’s elections editor, Jesse Paul, at the University of Denver’s Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Policy. A dozen activists locked arms in front of the room, holding a banner that read “Eat S—t Polis.”

Despite Polis’ 2018 campaign commitment to end fossil fuel use in Colorado by 2040, Climate Defiance points to his consistent violation of that pledge:

• In 2024, he brokered a backroom deal designed to halt all legislation aimed at reducing fossil fuel production until 2028.
• He appointed pro-fossil fuel commissioners to the state’s Energy and Carbon Management Commission (EDMC) that is tasked with regulating oil and gas development.
• In April, those commissioners approved the Sunlight-Long fracking pad, an industrial drill site just a half mile from the Aurora Reservoir, the water source for 400,000 area residents. Even a small spill threatens to poison this vital water source, not to mention that each of the 24 wells will use millions of gallons of water as the state descends deeper into a historic drought. Thousands of residents live near Sunlight-Long, within the danger zone of a slew of toxic air pollutants, including benzene. A month earlier, Polis announced the reappointment of two of the three commissioners who voted to approve Sunlight-Long. The third, ECMC Chair Jeff Robbins, was appointed by Polis to a term ending in 2028.

Polis signed a law in 2019 mandating ECMC commissioners to regulate oil and gas in a manner that protects “public health, safety and welfare, and the environment.” Yet despite evidence that fracking multiplies blood cancer rates in children, exacerbates Colorado’s toxic ozone crisis, uses millions of gallons of water as Colorado descends into drought, threatens vital water sources, and contributes to catastrophic climate collapse, the ECMC continues to approve new fracking projects year after year.

“We are in a climate emergency,“ said James Wooldridge, Distributed Organizing Director with Climate Defiance and a Denver resident. “Polis’ failure to protect Coloradans from the worst impacts of climate change will become more and more evident in our daily lives as Colorado descends deeper into drought, fueling wildfires and severe water restrictions.”

“We are decades past the time for slow, incremental change,” Wooldridge said. “Increasingly, activists feel they have no other option but to put their bodies on the line to get through to politicians like Polis.”

“In the climate change fight, every day is the difference between thousands of lives,” Wooldridge said. “We need leaders who will fight tooth and nail for a rapid energy transition—not bought-out Democrats like Polis who stand in the way of progress. He should step aside.”

“The notion that the ECMC has any intent to protect public health and welfare is absurd. Approving fracking projects in 2026 is downright suicidal, and any serious leader of the state of Colorado should recognize that.”

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For Immediate Release

May 20, 2026

Shannon Carbone

303-441-3804

scarbone@bouldercounty.gov

Boulder County, Colo. – District Attorney Michael Dougherty is responding and pushing back on a congressional inquiry from House Republicans targeting Colorado communities (including Boulder, Colo.) over state immigration laws, calling the effort political theater that ignores serious failures within the federal immigration system. Dougherty believes that this country needs secure borders and that immigrants convicted of a crime should be subject to deportation with due process.

Dougherty emphasized that his office prosecutes violent criminals regardless of immigration status and follows Colorado law while prioritizing public safety. Our office also fights for the rights of immigrants. Victims of domestic violence and sex assault should be able to call 911 without fear that they will be deported as a result of calling the police. And prosecutors should be able to prosecute cases to completion before ICE swoops in, deports a defendant, and denies justice for our community.

“Local district attorneys do not write federal immigration law. Congress does,” Dougherty said. “If Washington politicians are serious about immigration enforcement and public safety, they should focus on fixing the broken federal system instead of attacking Colorado prosecutors who are doing the real work of protecting communities.”

The inquiry comes just weeks after Dougherty’s office secured a guilty plea to all charges and a Life Without the Possibility of Parole (LWOP) sentence against the perpetrator of the deadly Boulder firebombing and antisemitic hate crime attack that injured numerous victims and killed 82-year-old Karen Diamond.

The defendant in that attack was reportedly in the United States illegally after overstaying a visa.

“I am committed to fighting for public safety, supporting victims, and doing justice. Congress, on the other hand, has been accomplishing remarkably little. Also, federal systems failed to stop the firebomber before innocent people were harmed, even when his attempted purchase of a firearm was denied due to his immigration status,” Dougherty said. “After the attack, I worked with our law enforcement partners, fought for the victims, and secured justice.”

Dougherty said the case highlights the disconnect between political rhetoric coming from Washington and the real work being done by prosecutors on the ground.

“Congressional politicians can send letters and hold press conferences,” Dougherty said. “My office is the one that prosecuted this violent offender, secured a life sentence without parole, and stood with victims throughout this horrific case.”

The District Attorney’s Office will continue focusing on violent crime prosecution, victim advocacy, and community safety.

Our office is committed to our public safety efforts for all people in Boulder County, and we will continue to fight for all community members, regardless of immigration status.

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A Message of Support from the Boulder County Commissioners

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In Boulder County, election integrity and security are the responsibility of Clerk Molly Fitzpatrick, who has been entrusted with this responsibility by Boulder County voters and who has the full support of the Boulder County Commissioners. As a member of the Colorado County Clerks Association (CCCA), Clerk Fitzpatrick and her colleagues from across the political spectrum issued a statement expressing deep concern about Governor Polis’ decision to commute Tina Peters sentence for multiple charges related to election equipment tampering. Peters, the former Mesa County Clerk, was found guilty of seven total charges, including four felonies and three misdemeanors. As of June 1, she will be released from prison and her sentence commuted.

We are amplifying CCCA’s statement today in full because it clearly expresses the profound impact this decision has on trust in the electoral process.

• Commissioner Claire Levy
• Commissioner Marta Loachamin
• Commissioner Ashley Stolzmann

Colorado County Clerks Association Statement on Governor Polis’ Commutation of Tina Peters

We are furious, disgusted, and deeply disappointed by the Governor’s decision. We have met with him privately to make our position unmistakably clear: Tina Peters deserves the accountability imposed through Colorado’s judicial system, and the Governor should, at the very least, respect that process and allow it to fully play out before intervening.

This case was thoroughly investigated, prosecuted, and adjudicated through the rule of law. Undermining that process before it has fully concluded sends a reckless and dangerous message to the public, to election officials, and to anyone entrusted with safeguarding our democratic institutions.

Election officials across Colorado, Republicans and Democrats alike, have stood up at every turn to tell the truth about our elections, even while facing harassment, intimidation, threats, and relentless political attacks. They have defended the rule of law, protected voters, and continued serving the public despite enormous personal and professional costs.

Rather than standing with those public servants and defending one of our nation’s most cherished rights, the right to vote, Governor Polis is bending the knee to the same political forces and conspiracy movements that are actively undermining confidence in our democratic institutions. That choice carries consequences far beyond this single case.

Tina Peters’ actions have made life harder not only for election officials in Colorado, but for election officials across the country. Her conduct became a rallying point for election conspiracy movements that fueled hostility and distrust toward the very people responsible for administering free and fair elections.

Last year, an election office in Colorado was firebombed. While the suspect is entitled to the presumption of innocence and the case must proceed through the legal process, public reporting indicates the individual appeared influenced by the same stolen-election conspiracy narratives that Tina Peters helped amplify and legitimize. Election officials are not speaking in hypotheticals anymore. The threats, fear, and escalation are real.

At a time when election officials need strong support, this decision abandons them and supports the attack on the legitimacy of American elections.

There is no escaping the significance of this moment. This is now Governor Polis’s legacy. He will not be able to run from it or redefine it later. When given the opportunity to stand firmly for the rule of law, for the integrity of Colorado’s elections, and for the public servants who defend them, he chose a different path.

This decision is shameful. It rewards criminal conduct connected to attacks on our election system, weakens confidence in accountability, and undermines the very institutions that protect the freedom to vote. Colorado voters deserve leaders who defend democracy, not leaders who legitimize efforts to damage it.

The Colorado County Clerks Association (CCCA) is a non-governmental entity and includes in its membership the 64 County Clerks of Colorado and their designees.

To find out more about Ballot Processing and Election Security in Boulder County, visit the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder’s website.

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DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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Seligman Releases Open Letter Regarding Special Session to Hold the Governor Accountable

“The people of Colorado are not helpless, and neither is this legislature.”

Denver, CO – Today, David Seligman, candidate for Attorney General, released an open letter to the General Assembly, detailing the constitutional rationale for calling a special session in order to hold Governor Polis accountable for his recent actions.

What Seligman is calling for is unprecedented, and it will be difficult. But Seligman said, “We need to be done with the cynical politics that says we shouldn’t try hard things, and the performative politics that says accountability can only come in a strongly worded letter.” The American system of checks and balances only works if another branch of government acts when another has overstepped. The letter explains:

“At this point, Governor Polis has twice betrayed his constitutional obligation to faithfully administer Colorado’s laws and defend Colorado’s sovereignty from the Trump Administration’s efforts to harm our marginalized communities and hijack our election system . . . But what should not be on the table is nothing. The absence of accountability is not neutrality. It is permission for those in power to trample our rights, surrender our sovereignty, and face no consequence for doing so.

The failure to hold abuses of power accountable is precisely what has gotten us into the mess we are currently in. The people of Colorado are not helpless, and neither is this legislature. You are a co-equal branch of government, vested with the authority and the obligation to check an executive who has abandoned his oath. The people you represent are demanding accountability. It is your job to provide it.”

Read the full letter here.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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Dan Kvasnicka, Construction Project Analyst, 303-441-3201

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63rd Street and Jay Road intersection will temporarily close to all travel on May 26

Single-lane closures to follow into mid-June as city repaves road following waterline project

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder is repaving 63rd Street from Twin Lakes Road to just north of Valmont Road at Boulder Creek. Construction will require a full, 1-day closure of the 63rd Street and Jay Road intersection on Tuesday, May 26, for bicycle and vehicle traffic.

Work is expected to take place between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Following the full closure, travelers can expect single-lane closures into mid-June. Work schedules are dependent on weather conditions. For updates and detours, visit Cone Zones.

This planned road repaving follows the arrival of warmer nighttime temperatures and the completion of the 63rd Street Waterline Replacement, one of the largest water infrastructure investments in the city’s recent history. The project replaced and upgraded a critical segment of Boulder’s drinking water system to protect public health and safety, improve water distribution resilience, and strengthen drinking water service to the community. Learn more on the project webpage.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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City of Boulder and Boulder County share recommended Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan

The recommended plan was updated from the draft based on community input in March. This plan is being recommended for adoption by the City Council, City Planning Board, Boulder County Board of Commissioners, and the County Planning Commission.

BOULDER, CO –The City of Boulder and Boulder County have released the recommended Major Update to the?Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan. The recommended plan reflects revisions based on community feedback to the draft plan received earlier this spring. Staff reviewed hundreds of comments on the draft plan and incorporated much of that input into the recommended version. This plan, which will be recommended by city and county staff for adoption, will be considered by the four decision-making bodies throughout June.

The Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan guides long-term decisions about growth, sustainability, and services in Boulder and the surrounding area. First adopted in 1977, the plan undergoes a major update every 10 years to reflect evolving community values, priorities, and challenges. This plan was shaped by over 18 months of community engagement, including over 70 community engagement opportunities and consultations and collaborations with partners throughout the community. This major update of the plan was designed to be the most inclusive, diverse engagement process in the city to date, and aimed to bring in new and underrepresented voices.

These updates include:

• Updated language for clarity and consistency throughout the document
• Key revisions to policies that are aligned with community feedback and policymaker direction
• A reenvisioned Future Land Use Strategy and Map
• An expanded chapter on Implementation offering more insight into the next steps of how the plan moves from policy to action

The recommended plan honors the current plan’s core values while weaving in community input to reflect where we are today and where we want to go. The update is informed by extensive community engagement and has been reimagined to be more understandable, remove redundant or outdated policies, and provide clear direction. It integrates recommendations on 15-minute neighborhoods by Boulder’s first Community Assembly, a randomly selected and representative group of 43 community members.

It provides a policy and land use framework for how the city grows, maintains core values related to preserving open space in and around Boulder, and a commitment to a safe multi-modal environment with a variety of options for moving around town safely. New policies focus on the main themes heard throughout the engagement process, including safety, housing choice and availability, an inclusive economy, climate action and resilience, a stronger food system, and creating a more multicultural, multigenerational community.

The draft plan also updates the Future Land Use Strategy and Map based on community input to promote mixed-use, transit-supported areas, balance growth with environmental protection, and expand housing options while ensuring flexibility and adaptability. Community members shared a strong desire to increase our connection to each other and create community spaces that offer multiple services, shops, and housing types that can be accessed without a car.

As part of the update, artists were embedded in the planning process at different stages through the city’s Experiments in Public Art program. These unique projects helped broaden community participation and humanize aspects of the plan. Community members are invited to Experiments in Public Art: A Boulder Future Exhibition, a series that will celebrate the artworks and performances integrated into the comprehensive plan. The exhibition will be on display in the Canyon Gallery at the Main Library from June to July 2026. Community members are invited to the opening reception on June 17 from 5 to 7 p.m.

City Council, City Planning Board, Boulder County Board of Commissioners, and the County Planning Commission will review the plan at hearings in June.

More information is available at ABoulderFuture.org.

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The new destination, located between Denver and Boulder, blends immersive attractions, cinematic gameplay, nightlife-quality production and cutting-edge robotics into a first-of-its-kind social entertainment experience, bringing the best attractions from around the world to Colorado.

Anna Hearth, Junior Publicist, Prim + Co, hello@primtheagency.com

Lafayette, Colo. (May 14, 2026) – Launching later in summer 2026, Immersive Empire is the newest concept from the founders of Colorado’s largest inflatable amusement park, Bounce Empire. Designed to feel more like a social entertainment destination than a traditional arcade or amusement venue, Immersive Empire blends cutting-edge technology with cinematic attractions, exceptional hospitality, an elevated atmosphere, and nightlife-quality production.

Located at 1380 S. Public Road, Suite B, in Lafayette, Immersive Empire features six fully immersive attractions designed to engage a broad audience. While family-friendly, the concept was thoughtfully created to resonate with teens, adults, corporate groups and nightlife audiences alike.

Attractions include:

• Motion Madness: Step inside a 270-degree immersive motion attraction where cinematic visuals and synchronized movement transport up to eight players through 10 themed adventures, offering guests a chance to experience some of the most high-definition technology the Asian market has to offer.
• Playbox: A high-energy interactive throwing gaming arena where speed and teamwork control the gameplay across nine different games.
• Gold Rush Saloon: A Wild West-inspired immersive shootout experience combining interactive gameplay and advanced projection technology inside a richly detailed 1800s-style saloon.
• Action: A live-action interactive gaming showdown where players compete inside a reactive challenge room combining speed, teamwork, lights and physical playability.
• Mulligan’s Challenge: Inspired by Pebble Beach’s iconic Hole 7, guests step inside Colorado’s largest and completely immersive golf simulator. Also features a la carte mode as well, where guests can win a $5,000 cash prize for a hole-in-one.
• The Dome: A 42-foot-wide immersive LED environment and visual centerpiece inspired by large-scale festival production.

Guests can also enjoy robotic concessions, including a customizable cotton candy robot that creates 16 unique designs and a robotic café serving more than 100 specialty beverage combinations. The offering expands even further with multiple 3D toy printers creating custom keepsakes on-site.

The idea was inspired by Founder and Owner James Hay-Arthur’s international travels, where he encountered cutting-edge robotic concessions and experiential attractions that seamlessly blended technology with entertainment. Drawing from experiences in Asia and Europe, Hay-Arthur envisioned a space that would bring that same level of innovation and immersion to Colorado.

“We set out to design what the future of entertainment could look and feel like,” Hay-Arthur said. “It became a creative pursuit, shaping an entirely new kind of world where imagination leads the experience. With Immersive Empire, every detail was intentionally crafted to transport guests somewhere unexpected, creating an environment that sparks curiosity and a sense of discovery at every turn.”

Admission for Immersive Empire is $24 and includes the ability to access each core attraction once, including Playbox, Gold Rush Saloon, Action, Motion Madness and Mulligan’s Challenge. Mulligan’s Challenge is available for guests 16 and older; those under 16 receive two Playbox passes in its place.

For guests looking to customize their visit, Immersive Empire also offers à la carte pricing: Playbox and Gold Rush Saloon are $4 per gameplay, Action and Motion Madness are $8 per gameplay and Mulligan’s Hole-in-One Challenge is $20 for five balls for the chance to win $5,000.

“Immersive Empire is a natural evolution of what we started with Bounce Empire,” Head of Expansion and Chief Entertainment Officer Bradley Roulier said. “Today, people are craving experiences they simply can’t get at home or online. We saw an opportunity to go beyond inflatables and design something that feels social, transportive, interactive and energetic all at once. An all-encompassing environment that brings people together and delivers that same sense of excitement we’re known for, in a completely new way.”

Thoughtfully integrated within Bounce Empire, Immersive Empire allows guests to seamlessly explore both concepts within a shared footprint while maintaining distinct environments and ticketing for each. Immersive Empire guests can enjoy Bounce Empire’s 21+ ultra lounge and cocktail bar, sports theater with a 128-inch screen, terrace overlooking the Flatirons, luxurious lounge seating, seven-star massage pods and elevated, farm-fresh fast casual dining.

Immersive Empire opens to the public in summer 2026. Open daily over the summer, with late-night hours on Fridays and Saturdays. For additional information, reservations, pricing and more, visit ImmersiveEmpire.io.

About Immersive Empire

Immersive Empire is a next-generation entertainment destination in Lafayette, Colorado founded by the team behind Bounce Empire, the world’s largest inflatable amusement park. Located at 1380 S. Public Road, Suite B, the venue redefines social entertainment through immersive attractions, cinematic-style gameplay, cutting-edge robotics and nightlife-inspired production, all within a first-of-its-kind interactive experience. Integrated within Bounce Empire, Immersive Empire also features the 21+ Rubbish Cocktail Bar, locally sourced dining at Bounce Bistro, luxurious lounge spaces designed for connection and breathtaking views overlooking the Flatirons. From elevated food and beverage offerings to highly interactive entertainment, every element is built around atmosphere, creating a destination for nights out, group gatherings, corporate experiences, milestone celebrations and more. For additional information, visit ImmersiveEmpire.io.

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Published on Fri, May 15, 2026

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Larimer County investigators arrested two men for trying to buy sex from children.

On May 14, 2026, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office conducted an operation targeting child predators. Investigators posed as minors selling sexual acts on local websites and forums. Several dozen people responded to the listings, and two men arrived at an agreed-upon location to buy sex. They were met by deputies who arrested and booked the men into the Larimer County Jail. These suspects face the following charges:

Hunter Rivera (DOB 03/30/02) of Windsor. Rivera was issued a $6,500 cash-only bond by the Larimer County Court.

• Soliciting a Child Prostitute (F3)
• Internet Luring of a Child (F4)
• Cybercrime – Soliciting to Arrange a Minor Prostitute (F5)
• Attempted Sexual Assault on a Child (F5)

Ismaaeel Abdur-Rahmaan (06/24/03) of Fort Collins. Rahmaan was issued a $7,500 cash-only bond by the Larimer County Court.

• Soliciting a Child Prostitute (F3)
• Internet Luring of a Child (F4)
• Cybercrime – Soliciting to Arrange a Minor Prostitute (F5)
• Attempted Sexual Assault on a Child (F5)

“Children are not property to be bought or sold,” said Sheriff John Feyen. “Human trafficking is modern-day slavery, and we won’t tolerate it in Larimer County. I hope this operation sends a strong message. It doesn’t matter who you are, if you try to hurt kids in our community, you will be held accountable.”

Booking photos are attached. These charges are merely an accusation, and defendants are presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty.

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DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026

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“The People of Colorado are Demanding Accountability”: Seligman Calls for Special Session to Impeach or Censure Gov. Polis After Peters Commutation

Denver, CO – Following Governor Polis’ announcement that he commuted the prison sentence of prominent election denier Tina Peters last Friday, David Seligman was the first candidate in the Attorney General’s race to call on the General Assembly to exercise its constitutional authority to reconvene and hold the Governor accountable for the corrupt use of his clemency authority.

In his statement Sunday, Seligman also pointed out that the Governor’s announcement came after the legislative session had already concluded, what Seligman called a “likely effort to avoid accountability for misconduct.” But people across Colorado are demanding accountability.

Peters was convicted in October 2024 of seven felonies related to her attempts in 2021 to prove that the 2020 general election was “stolen” while she was Mesa County Clerk and Recorder, a direct result of President Trump’s conspiracies and fearmongering. The failed, illegal effort cost Mesa County over $1.4 million in replacement equipment, increased security from local law enforcement, and hiring a designated election official to replace Peters.

Since the start of his second term, Trump has repeatedly pressured the governor to release Peters, illegally attempting to grant her a federal pardon in his capacity as President, threatening state officials, moving Space Command out of Colorado, and revoking federal funding from other state projects — including from a critical southern Colorado water pipeline for rural ranchers and the National Center for Atmospheric Research facility in Boulder.

Earlier this year, every Democrat in the General Assembly signed a letter urging Polis not to pardon Peters. Since Friday, nearly every statewide elected Democrat has voiced their incredible disappointment in the Governor’s action.

Full statement from David Seligman on Sunday, May 17, below:

I’m calling on the General Assembly of Colorado to vote to reconvene for a special session for the purpose of impeaching or censuring the Governor of Colorado. The Governor commuted Tina Peters’ sentence after the legislative session, likely in an effort to avoid accountability for misconduct. The people of Colorado are demanding accountability.

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May 18, 2026

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Curbside Service To Be Available for Disability Plates and Placards in Jeffco

Jefferson County Clerk’s office will offer appointments for people with disabilities

JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLO. – In celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 21st, the Jefferson County Clerk’s office will launch a new curbside option for accessibility-related DMV services at their Golden office. Customers with a disability can now get new license plates or placards, or renew them, without leaving their vehicle.

“People with disabilities, injuries, and other mobility conditions depend on transportation options that let them be mobile, independent, and active. Making the DMV more accessible is critical to that,” said Amanda Gonzalez, Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder. “Government should welcome and work for all its people, and we’ll continue to innovate in how we deliver our services to the community to meet those needs.”

Appointments for curbside service are required and should be made online at DriveJeffcoCO.gov or by calling 303-271-8100. Since most of the accessible services require documentation from a medical provider, customers will need to send completed forms ahead of their appointment and follow instructions in the confirmation email about where to park and how to initiate the appointment on-site.

The service will be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., only at the DMV location at 100 Jefferson Parkway in Golden. Only Jefferson County residents can use Jeffco DMV services.

“We’re proud to prioritize access and inclusion in all our departments, from motor vehicles to elections,” said Gonzalez. “We work hard every day to make sure that every resident is able to fully participate in our lively Jeffco community.”

The Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder’s Office is dedicated to making government and the democratic process work for all of Jeffco. From providing friendly vehicle registration services to issuing marriage licenses to administering free and fair elections, the Jeffco clerk’s staff is building a community that welcomes and works for everyone.

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Leah Brenner Clack

Executive Director and Founder, Street Wise Arts

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May 5, 2026

Superior, Colorado –  Street Wise Arts and the Town of Superior will co-produce the Superior Mural Festival, celebrating the Town’s growing community through public art installations and events on October 4, 2026. Street Wise Arts has produced seven successful mural festivals and installed more than 170 murals in Boulder County. This partnership with the Town of Superior creates a new and impactful mural festival uniquely designed for the Superior community.

“Superior’s vibrant community and active public spaces represent everything we look for in a partner,” says Leah Brenner Clack, Founder and Executive Director of Street Wise Arts. “We look forward to working alongside the Town to celebrate its unique character through world-class public art that neighbors can enjoy for years to come.”

The Superior Mural Festival presented by Street Wise Arts aims to activate the Town of Superior’s public spaces, foster community pride, and support local artists. Street Wise Arts collaborated with Superior’s Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee (CAPS) to select a variety of walls for the festival. The walls vary in size from small to large, which will contribute to a robust and impactful first year mural festival and provide opportunities for artists from a variety of career stages. 

The Town and CAPS selected a theme of nature and regrowth, encouraging artists to consider contemporary, unique, and creative approaches to the theme within their mural designs. The theme celebrates the Town’s unparalleled connections with nature through its 630 acres of parks, green space, and open space and 35 miles of trails. Additionally, it offers opportunities for reflection as the Town continues to expand and define its cultural identity. 

“Downtown Superior is evolving, and this is exactly the kind of energy we want to build—creative, public, and something people can be part of,” says Mark Lacis, Mayor of the Town of Superior. The Superior Mural Festival presented by Street Wise Arts will headquarter itself at the Superior Civic Space, located in the heart of Downtown Superior and surrounded by the festival walls. 

In addition to the live mural installation, the festival will offer free public programming, including an exhibition of artworks by the artist lineup, artist panel discussion, mural walking tours, and art education workshops. These programs offer community members the ability to connect with and get to know their neighbors as well as the local artists creating murals during the festival. The Superior Mural Festival will take place in conjunction with the annual Fall Festival, which brings a variety of vendors and live music to Downtown Superior.

“Superior residents have been asking for more murals in town,” says Andrew Vaughan, chair of CAPS. “The 2026 Superior Mural Festival is the beginning of a beautiful tradition of answering that call.”

The call for artists opens May 1-31. Street Wise Arts will work with the Town of Superior to review applications and invite a diverse group of local artists to participate in the festival.

Visit superiormuralfestival.com for more information, ways to get involved, and to sponsor or donate to the Superior Mural Festival.    

About Street Wise Arts

Street Wise Arts is a 501c3 nonprofit arts organization based in Colorado. Our mission is to uplift artists and to build vibrant, resilient communities through public art projects, creative events, and hands-on education programs that beautify spaces and amplify cultural diversity and social justice. Our core values include ensuring equitable access to the arts, supporting diverse artists of all ages and skill levels, and providing opportunities for the community to participate in public art programs.

About Town of Superior

The Town of Superior is a vibrant small town of 14,000 nestled in between Boulder and Denver. With its roots in agriculture and coal mining, the four-square mile town has an ample amount of open space and number of parks, with unparalleled views of the Flatirons and Rocky Mountains. The Town recently achieved a Bird City Colorado designation in 2025 and has also been recognized as a Tree City USA for 26 years.

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May 18, 2026

Rep. Junie Joseph Statement on the Commutation of Tina Peters

Boulder, CO — The commutation of Tina Peters by Governor Polis has been difficult and confusing for many Coloradans, not only because of the decision itself, but because of the conversations surrounding it.

The decision raises important considerations about how clemency actions are understood in the broader context of public trust in our elections. As the prime sponsor of SB 25-001, legislation designed to strengthen and protect voting rights in Colorado, and as a Colorado legislator committed to safeguarding democratic participation, I remain focused on preserving confidence in free, fair, and secure elections.

At the same time, the power to commute or pardon is a constitutional authority vested solely in the Governor. Governors of both parties have exercised clemency powers in difficult and controversial cases throughout American history. While people may strongly disagree with this particular decision, disagreement alone is not grounds for impeachment.

I was struck by Tina Peters’ public statement expressing remorse, acknowledging wrongdoing, and condemning threats and violence against election officials and public servants. Accountability matters. So does public trust. But Americans have also long believed in the possibility of growth, redemption, and second chances, even in difficult and imperfect circumstances.

That belief in redemption is part of our national story. We live in a country that has repeatedly placed faith in the possibility of reinvention and second chances. Whether one looks at moments of historic political change or deeply polarizing elections, it reflects a broader truth about the American people: many continue to believe in the capacity for change, forgiveness, and new beginnings. That belief in redemption, while powerful and reflective of our highest ideals, can also produce dangerous outcomes, and democracy requires us to wrestle honestly with both the promise and the risks of that reality.

For me, however, this moment is ultimately bigger than any one individual. At a time when voting rights and democratic institutions remain under strain across this country, particularly in ways that disproportionately impact BIPOC communities, Colorado must continue making clear that free, fair, and secure elections are foundational to public trust in our democracy.

We should be able to defend democratic institutions while also respecting constitutional processes. We should be able to disagree strongly without abandoning fairness or turning every constitutional disagreement into a call for political destruction. Democracy requires accountability, but it also requires restraint, consistency, and respect for the rule of law.

Media Contact:

Office of Representative Junie Joseph

720-432-6009

junie.joseph.house@coleg.gov

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Monday May 14th, 2026

Media Contact:

Alfonso Espino – GES Coalition

alfonso@ges-coalition.org

DENVER, CO — On Monday, May 18, residents, community organizations, environmental justice advocates, labor partners, and allies will hold a press conference outside the  ahead of Denver City Council’s expected vote on a one-year data center moratorium.

Speakers will call on the City Council to make the moratorium more than a temporary pause. Community members are urging Denver to use the moratorium year to write and pass a strong, enforceable data center ordinance that protects public health, water, air quality, utility affordability, grid reliability, civil liberties, and disproportionately impacted neighborhoods.

On Monday, GES Coalition and partners will also release the full Make the Moratorium Mean Something platform, a community-backed set of demands calling for Denver to end by-right approvals for large data centers, close loopholes during the moratorium, require full public disclosure of energy and water use, prevent cost-shifting onto residents and ratepayers, limit diesel generators, protect communities during drought and grid stress, and create a real community-led process for writing enforceable rules.

WHAT: Press conference ahead of Denver City Council’s data center moratorium vote

WHEN: Monday, May 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM

WHERE: Denver City and County Building, 1437 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80202

WHO: Residents of Globeville and Elyria-Swansea, GES Coalition, partner organizations, and community allies

WHY: To call on Denver City Council to use the proposed one-year data center moratorium to pass strong community protections before the next approval, expansion, permit, or utility agreement moves forward

Community members will also attend public comment later that evening to urge the City Council to stand with impacted neighborhoods and ensure the moratorium leads to binding protections, not vague recommendations shaped by corporations and lobbyists.

Visuals and interview opportunities: Community members, signs, organizational leaders, impacted residents, and speakers available for interviews in English and Spanish.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Media Contact:

Kate Hernandez, Media Relations, 720-450-7554

www.bouldercolorado.gov

City of Boulder Celebrates 6th Annual Arts in the Park Series

Boulder Ballet kicks off the summer series on Saturday, May 30, with tickets on sale now.

BOULDER, Colo. – The City of Boulder’s Arts in the Park event series returns to the Glen Huntington Bandshell for a vibrant blend of art and cultural events.

“Arts in the Park events are great opportunities for summer fun while supporting the local and independent artists who help shape Boulder’s creative spirit,” said Director of Parks and Recreation Ali Rhodes. “Through these free and low-cost events, we welcome people to Boulder’s downtown parks in meaningful ways and make arts experiences accessible for all.”

This year’s signature performances by Boulder Ballet, Boulder Symphony, and Arts Hub, alongside additional free community spotlight events throughout the season:

Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31: Boulder Ballet (ticketed)

Sunday, June 7: Dizzy with a Dame (free)

Sunday, June 21: Pepe Cetina (free)

Saturday, July 4: Boulder Symphony (ticketed)

Saturday, July 11: Prana in the Park (free)

Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18: Shared Atmospheres (free)

Sunday, Aug. 2: Beyond Academia Free Skool (free)

Sunday, Aug. 23: Arts Hub (tickets available at a later date)

Ticketed events are $10 per person (with a $2.51 service fee), proceeds support each local performing arts group. Tickets and additional event participation details can be found at boulderartsinthepark.com. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for the summer. Please reach out to Program Supervisor, Rosa Wright (WrightR@bouldercolorado.gov).

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Washington, D.C. — Today, Andrew O’Neill, Indivisible’s National Advocacy Director, released the following statement in response to Colorado Governor Jared Polis’s decision to commute Tina Peters’ sentence:

“By commuting the sentence of someone convicted of tampering with election systems to fuel Trump’s lies about 2020, Governor Polis is sending a dangerous message: if you attack our democracy and have enough political backing, accountability is optional.

“The fact that this decision comes as new details emerge about Trump’s attempt to create a slush fund to pay January 6 insurrectionists makes it even more indefensible. Tina Peters was convicted by a jury of her peers for abusing her office and compromising election security. The absolute worst thing Democrats can do right now is to validate the same election denialism and impunity we’ve spent years fighting against. Authoritarians do not stop their quest to erode democracy just because you kiss the ring. On this decision, Jared Polis has failed the people of Colorado and our democracy.”

ABOUT THE INDIVISIBLE PROJECT

The Indivisible Project is a registered 501(c)(4) nonprofit. Our mission is to cultivate and lift up a grassroots movement of local groups to defeat the Trump agenda, elect progressive leaders, and realize bold progressive policies. Across the nation, thousands of local groups are using the Indivisible Guide to hold their members of Congress accountable.

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BOULDER, CO | May 14, 2026 – The Museum of Boulder officially announced the winning design in its Unofficial Boulder Flag competition during a public reception held Wednesday evening at the Museum of Boulder, concluding a months-long community initiative that invited residents, artists, and designers to imagine a new visual symbol for the city.

The winning design, titled Flatiron Sunrise Flourish, was created by designer Michael Stuart Trimmer and selected following multiple rounds of blind review, discussion, and refinement led by a diverse community Review Panel.

The winning designer will receive a $500 award, and merchandise featuring the final flag design will launch Memorial Day weekend. All submitted designs, including finalists, will also be displayed in an installation at the Museum of Boulder.

After receiving nearly 200 submissions from professional designers, students, artists, and community members, the Review Panel selected 10 finalist designs through a blind evaluation process before choosing the winning flag following a final round of review and refinement.

Finalist designers included Todd Pitman, Michael Stuart Trimmer, Mel Rose, Steven Chester of Narrative Designs, Joey Major, Carolyn McHale of Boldface Design Group, Berger & Föhr (Lucian Föhr and Todd Berger), Ethan Thomasset, and Guillermo Tirado. More information on the final designs HERE.

The competition was developed as an opportunity to spark conversation around Boulder’s shared identity, history, landscape, and future through the language of civic design.

“This is an opportunity for dialogue about Boulder’s identity, heritage, and history,” said Emily Zinn, the Museum of Boulder’s newly appointed Deputy Director for Community Engagement.

The final phase of the process included a live design forum hosted by volunteers from the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA), where finalist concepts were discussed and refined. The selected design was further refined in collaboration with NAVA volunteers with the artist’s permission and participation, before the Review Panel reached consensus on the final version.

Reviewers cited the flag’s bold geometry, dynamic movement, and distinctive use of color as key strengths, describing the design as reflective of Boulder’s innovative spirit, natural beauty, and energetic identity.

Reviewers also noted the design’s intentionally unconventional structure and strong visual distinctiveness. Unlike many traditional municipal flags, the composition uses angular movement and asymmetrical forms to create a sense of forward momentum and emergence.

“Like the country, Boulder has felt a little divided lately. My hope is that a clear, community-made flag becomes a rallying point that reminds us what we share,” said reviewer Katie Daniels. “Boulder has been my home for many years, and I look forward to many more years with a new shared way to show city pride.”

“A city flag can be a strong visual unifying symbol reflecting pride and shared identity and belonging in a place,” said reviewer Bob Morehouse. “The timing is right for Boulder to adopt a flag that captures the resilience, innovation, and natural beauty of our community.”

The Review Panel acknowledged that no single design would reflect every individual perspective on Boulder, but emphasized that successful civic flags often become meaningful symbols over time through shared public connection and use.

“The introduction of a city flag — official or unofficial — represents a milestone for the Boulder community,” said Christopher R. Taylor, Executive Director of the Museum of Boulder. “This flag encapsulates the spirit of who we are as a community, and I am eager to see it waving proudly, representing our collective aspirations and values for generations to come. Thank you to those who submitted designs and to our committee of designers and community leaders who came together to aid in the selection process.”

The winning design draws inspiration from Boulder’s defining landscapes, culture, and history, with many finalist submissions throughout the competition incorporating elements such as the Flatirons, Boulder Creek, open space, bluebird skies, mining heritage, the Boulder Star, and the city’s strong connection to the outdoors.

About the Museum of Boulder:

Founded in 1944 as the Boulder Historical Society, the Museum of Boulder is an arts and cultural institution that showcases the remarkable accomplishments of Boulder through innovative exhibits, programs, and social engagement. Located on the corner of Pine and Broadway at 2205 Broadway, the institution serves as a private nonprofit holding over 44,000 objects in its collection of Boulder’s history. The Museum features the AASLH National award-winning gallery, The Boulder Experience, highlighting the area’s innovators, scientists, athletes, artists, natural foods, and high-tech interactives. The venue offers event spaces throughout the building and on its scenic view rooftop, making the Museum a unique community hub and resource venue.

Museum of Boulder Hours of Operation:

Wednesday–Monday: 9 AM–5 PM

Closed Tuesdays

Museum of Boulder at Tebo Center

2205 Broadway

Boulder, CO 80302

303-449-3464

museumofboulder.org

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