Gillespie Gulch Construction Starting the week of January 7th, 2018 PLEASE help us limit traffic by using Andersen Hill as much as possible. Traffic will be going both up and down Andersen Hill during the 12th St. Construction Project. Please save yourself some serious aggravation by waiting at the top of the hill for 10… Read More »
If you are thinking about making some sustainability upgrades, here are a few deals available through Boulder County and through Energy Smart: Energy Smart Solar rebates – Learn how to get up to $3000 in solar rebates. (Find out if you’re income qualified here.) Low Interest Energy Loans – EnergySmart and Elevations Credit Union are… Read More »
JOB OPENING Water Plant Operator Assistant Posting Date: 9/14/17 Salary/Benefits: Hourly rate to be determined depending upon experience, $10-15/hour; no benefits. Job Description Assist the Jamestown Water Plant Operator (Operator in Responsible Charge) Ability to work under minimal supervision and exercise good judgment Excellent verbal and written communication skills and organizational and problem-solving skills. Keep… Read More »
Join the Aging Well in Community for Coffee at the Merc! Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The Steering Committee has recognized the need to shift the initiative’s focus and format. Some background: At our first meeting in February 2016 we did a needs assessment, and the group decided to meet regularly. In addition… Read More »
For Immediate Release May 9, 2017 Media Contact Andrew Barth, Transportation Communications, 303-441-1032Erin Cooper, Transportation Floodplain Specialist, 720-564-2866 Staff Recommendation to the BOCC is available online. Boulder County, Colo. – Boulder County Transportation and the State of Colorado have completed the technical review and public outreach period for the draft floodplain maps developed by the Colorado… Read More »
Boulder County, in partnership with the Regional Air Quality Council, is offering a lawn mower exchange program at Eco Cycle in Boulder June 3rd. You can help get rid of that grimy old gas powered lawn mower, and replace it with a brand new electric one! Electric mowers are sold at wallet-friendly pricing an extra… Read More »
Boulder County, in partnership with the Center for Resource Conservation, is again offering the High-Efficiency Toilet Upgrade program this year. You have the opportunity to reserve yours today! A limited supply of toilets is available in each community, so act today! The Niagara Stealth toilet, saving water with only 0.8 gallons per flush, is available… Read More »
Xcel Energy customers are eligible to receive a huge discount when purchasing a Nissan LEAF. Electrify Your Commute with an Electric Vehicle 2017 Nissan LEAF Up to $22,500 off MSRP after the discount and state and federal tax incentives This offer expires March 31st, 2017! Visit Xcel Energy’s webpage to learn more. Don’t know… Read More »
Great news! Jamestown was just awarded a $6,785 Sustainability Grant from Boulder County. This means Jamestown will have access to a variety of environmentally responsible activities over the next twelve months, including: Recycling Days One Hard-to-Recycle Day Composting in Bear Country Education & Outreach (Plus some giveaways!) Slash pick-ups 4th of July Event pick-ups Read… Read More »
Jamestown Artist Contest: Design Our New Gateway Markers! Calling all Jamestown creators: As part of the CDBG-DR Traffic Calming project, the Town can have two gateway markers constructed and installed as part of the CDBG-DR CR 94 Paving Project. Gateway markers (also called gateway monuments) are roadside installments that serve a traffic calming function in… Read More »
Free Home Preparedness Assessments and Rebates Available from Boulder County Boulder County has launched a new Home Preparedness Assessment Pilot for single family and mobile home owners. This service offers FREE in-home consultations aimed at assisting residents to better prepare their homes against future natural disasters. A trained home resiliency specialist will identify actions and… Read More »
From the Save Our Bears Group: Bear Aware Training The Merc Tuesday, August 16th 7-9pm Increase your mountain aptitude and learn about living with bears! Join neighbors and friends for a fast-track training on what we can do NOW to prevent a good bear from becoming a problem bear in our community. Managing attractants Bear-proofing… Read More »