Earth Day Events for Lyons
Sunday, April 21
Monday, April 22 & April 29
The Town of Lyons will be hosting several Earth Day events at Bohn Park on Sunday, April 21 from 11 am - 2 pm. We will start the day with a community river clean up, at Bohn Park from 9 am - 11 am. Please meet at the Bohn Park pavilion if you plan to volunteer. We will have supplies, some gloves and work with volunteers to disperse into certain areas that could use some attention.
Later that morning, join us for a concert by Jeff & Paige from 11 am - noon about all things earth related! We plan to have art activities for the kids as well as local booths and representatives providing fun and educational activities on how to live more sustainably, as well as a tour of the Rocky Mountain Botanic Garden in Lyons. The weather looks like it will cooperate for both the river clean up and the earth day events!
On Monday, April 22, at 7 pm, the Sustainable Future Commission will be presenting the movie "Honeyland" at the Lyons Regional Library as part of their sustainable earth educational series. Local resident Ben Rodman will be hosting a Q & A about beekeeping after the film. Ben has kept bees since 2011 and has provided colony rescue and removal services for several years. He's introduced several of our local beekeepers to the hobby via classes at the Lyons Farmette, contributed to citizen science projects such as NASA's hive scale project, and has been active in local affairs and sustainability since moving to Lyons in 2000.
One week later, on Monday, April 29, at 7 pm, the Ecology Advisory Board will present the PBS documentary, Western Water and Power, at the Lyons Regional Library. Sean Cronin, Executive Director of the St Vrain & Left Hand Water Conservancy District will host a Q & A after the film.
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US-36 Bikeway to Boulder
Feasibility Study Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6 - 7:30 pm
On Tuesday, April 30th from 6 pm -- 7:30 pm, Boulder County staff and representatives will be hosting a community input session at the Lyons Regional Library regarding their bike feasibility study from Lyons to Boulder.
The purpose of North Foothills Bikeway Feasibility Study is to determine the feasibility of a bikeway along US. 36/North Foothills Highway that is separated from motorized vehicle traffic. The study is looking at the 11 miles between the City of Boulder and the Town of Lyons.
The study focuses on land that is within CDOT right-of-way. The Boulder County Transportation Planning Division is working with CDOT, County Parks and Open Space, the City of Boulder, and the Town of Lyons on the study. The purpose of the bikeway is to improve safety and comfort for cyclists of all ages. This road has more crashes that involve cyclists than any other road in unincorporated Boulder County. The most common type of fatal or major Injury bicycle crashes are caused by a motorist rear ending a cyclist. A bikeway providing separation from motor vehicles would decrease or eliminate this type of crash on US 36/North Foothills Highway. The bikeway could also provide increased access to trails and connections to popular cycling routes along the corridor.
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Lyons Community TheatreSold Out Tonight. Tickets available for Saturday matinee.
The Lyons Community Theatre has a series of one-act plays they are performing this weekend. Word on the street is that there are still some tickets available for the Saturday, April 20 matinee at 1 pm. Learn more!
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Lyons Fire Protection DistrictTree Limb Drop Off Event
Saturday, April 27th from 9:00 am - 1 pm
The Lyons Fire Protection District in coordination with Boulder County Wildfire Partners will host a Tree Limb Drop off Event on Saturday, April 27th, from 9 am - 1pm at the Town of Lyons Public Works facility, 4687 Ute Highway. This event is open to all properties within the Lyons Fire Protection District, including unincorporated Boulder County, Larimer and Town of Lyons residents. Learn more about wildfirepartners.org
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Boulder County Forestry Sort YardsOpening in May
County residents can drop off tree branches and logs free of charge at either sort yard, in Nederland or Allenspark. Grass, leaves, weeds, forbs, pine cones, and pine needles in brown paper yard bags are also accepted. Residents are asked to check the webpage for details on what is accepted at the sort yards and how to prepare materials.. Check out details and learn more!
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Lyons Valley TownhomesGrand Opening Friday, April 26
Lyons Valley Townhomes invites the community to a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting next Friday, April 26, 2024 at 11 am. There are 40 new affordable single family and multi family homes. Summit Management Group will also host an open house and taco truck at noon, following the ribbon cutting and celebration. RSVP to matta@smgmt.net
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April is Discount Dog Days
Per the Lyons Municipal Code, all residents living in the Town of Lyons must obtain a license for their dog. It is essential for identifying lost dogs, vaccination verification, and for peace of mind in the community.
Visit townoflyons.com/dog to get your dog licensed. 1st dog license: $30.00…but with the discount only $20.00
2nd dog licenses: $20.00… but with the discount only $15.00 The town will need proof of your dog’s current rabies vaccination. Please bring an extra copy for the town to keep. You are welcome to come to Town Hall with your proof of vaccination and complete the paperwork to license your dog. Remember to leash your dog too, it's the law in Lyons.
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Boulder County Wildfire
Chipping Program Now open to residents in the Town of Lyons and unincorporated Boulder County
Applications for the Boulder County’s Wildfire Partners Wildfire Mitigation Tax Funded Community Chipping Events are now open. This service is free to residents of the Town of Lyons and in unincorporated Boulder County, using the wildfire mitigation tax approved by voters in 2022. Boulder County Wildfire Partners encourages residents to learn more and sign up today.
• Free county chipping program is available to all county residents
• Program supports residents with managing the high-risk vegetation on their properties
• Learn more and apply to the chipping program at boco.org/chipping
The program requires one person or household to assume the role of Chipping Event Host for their community chipping event. The Host is responsible for completing an application for their residence and at least 4 neighbors, coordinating a chipping date with a County approved contractor and participating neighbors, and educating others on slash pile requirements. Learn more and apply today!
Boulder County Wildfire Partners is a resource for what you can do to minimize wildfire risk at your home. Awareness, preparation, home assessment, community assessments, chipping programs and much more.
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US-36 Wildlife CrossingsAction Requested from Boulder County
Reducing the number of vehicle-related wildlife accidents on US 36 between Boulder and Lyons has been a longstanding priority for the county. The section of US 36 between Boulder and Lyons (with emphasis on Nelson to St. Vrain) was rated in the top 5% and has the highest prioritization score in our region. A report was conducted for the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado Parks and Wildlife and outlines regional priorities and recommended actions aimed at decreasing wildlife-vehicle collisions.
• Additional meetings will be scheduled soon to provide updated information and to gather public feedback. You may also sign up to receive emails about the project from the county. Learn more.
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