City of Aurora, CO

@KDG1H Thanks for reaching out. Please submit a report at AuroraGov.org/AccessAurora by selecting “Water” and then “Water - Other,” or call 303.739.7000 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

@AuroraGov CHANGING THEIR OIL OVER THE GRATE, LETTING IT JUST FALL INTO THE DRAIN 👍🏼.

The Aurora City Council will meet today, May 4, at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, for a Study Session at 4 p.m., an Executive Session at 5:25 p.m. and a Regular Meeting at 6 p.m. There will also be a meeting of the Aurora Urban Renewal Authority at 3:05 p.m. The Study Session and Regular Meeting can be viewed in the Paul Tauer City Council Chamber, at AuroraTV.org, on Comcast 8/880 in Aurora, or via the AuroraTV streaming app. View the meeting agendas at AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings. The public is welcome to comment on agenda-related items during the Regular Meeting by signing up no later than 1 p.m. May 4 at AuroraGov.org/PublicComment. There will also be two opportunities during the Regular Meeting for Public Invited to be Heard on non-agenda items of city concern; those wishing to speak should sign up online by 1 p.m. or in person starting at 5 p.m. Learn more about speaking times, speaking order and sign-ups at AuroraGov.org/PublicComment. [Image description - The Aurora Municipal Center and Great Lawn, with text overlay that says "Aurora City Council" and "Stream live at AuroraTV.org"]

@Aobius Thank you for reaching out. Please contact Access Aurora at 303.739.7000 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

@AuroraGov I created an account to make a complaint about a business violating code. It said I had to verify my email - found the email but no ability to verify it without installing another junk app on my phone How would you suggest someone like my dad do this on his flip phone?

If you want to give back, learn more about our upcoming Aurora Volunteer Expo in this week's This is Aurora newsletter, along with other city news and events: conta.cc/4eeseE5 [Image description: People standing in a large room interacting with people at tables]

We're joining the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) team in celebrating the start of BRT construction in Aurora this Friday, May 1. We're kicking things off with a groundbreaking at 10 a.m. along Colfax on the front lawn of the Martin Luther King Jr. Library, followed by an evening premiere of "Destination Colfax," a short film featuring the unique and storied history of travel, transit and life along the iconic avenue. We hope you'll come out to the Aurora Cultural Arts District for First Friday and stop by the film premiere event anytime between 5:30 and 8 p.m. at the Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave. We'll have showings of this 10-minute film at 6 and 7 p.m., plus a panel discussion with local historians at 6:30 p.m. and a history walking tour at 7:15 p.m. If you plan to attend, RSVP at bit.ly/4cHStle to let us know. Check out the film trailer for a snippet of what to expect: youtube.com/watch?v=r_SwbB… The East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit will run from Denver Union Station in Denver to the R Line Light Rail Station in Aurora at I-225. The BRT will operate in dedicated center-running lanes from Broadway to Yosemite in Denver and in mixed flow, or side-running lanes, in Aurora from Yosemite to I-225. The project includes new and enhanced transit stations, service amenities, improved pedestrian and bike connections, and placemaking opportunities. Upon implementation, the project will provide more reliable and frequent bus service, arriving every 4.3 minutes during the day, reduce transit travel time by 15 to 30 minutes, provide more affordable and reliable access to over 250,000 jobs and community services along the corridor, enhance comfort and safety, and create exciting streetscape, placemaking and economic development opportunities. To find out more, visit DenverGov.org/ColfaxBRT. [Graphic description: The words Destination Colfax on a dark, blurred background scene of Colfax Avenue]

The Human Relations Commission plays a unique and important role in the city of Aurora. The commission is tasked with helping promote mutual understanding and respect among all people, fostering relationships, and giving back to the city of Aurora community through service and programming. Volunteer members do this by organizing events and distributing information aimed at eliminating prejudice, promoting human relations and investigating community complaints that run counter to these goals in hopes of helping the community come together. Right now, this commission welcomes applications for new commissioners. To apply please visit AuroraGov.org/Boards.

It's time to replace the aging Peoria Street bridge over Sand Creek and make this route safer and better for travelers, including adding another travel lane in each direction to match the rest of Peoria Street and improving access for pedestrians and bicyclists. Review the proposed design and provide input on this critical infrastructure project by May 11. Visit EngageAurora.org/PeoriaBridge for details. The Peoria Street Bridge Replacement Project aligns with the city's well-managed and healthy community strategic outcomes. The project will not move forward to construction until the design is complete and funding is secured. [Image description: A bridge with two cars spans a creek with mountains and open space in the background]

Just one week until our annual Volunteer Expo! 🌟 Don't miss out on this chance to connect with amazing city programs and local nonprofits. Choose from two dates to join us. Mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference in Aurora!

In the latest This Is Aurora newsletter, explore how Earth Day and Arbor Week activities are helping residents keep Aurora beautiful, through tree-planting events, conservation ideas like reusable bags from old banners, community clean-ups, and more: conta.cc/4cHcEhW #TogetherAurora [Image description: Volunteers use shovels to turn dirt at a tree-planting event]

Improvements are coming to the South Gartrell Road Bridge over E-470 in southeast Aurora! The project will expand the existing two-lane bridge to a four-lane section with turn lanes, plus add multimodal improvements and new traffic signals. Construction will take about a year, and travel impacts will be posted at AuroraGov.org/Gartrell. Starting May 11, lanes will be shifted to the south side of the bridge and narrowed on South Gartrell Road from East Dry Creek Road to South Aurora Parkway, with shoulders closed on both sides of the road. Please use caution and slow down when moving through the construction zone. The South Aurora Regional Improvement Authority is providing 80% of the construction funding, with @E470 contributing the remaining 20% of funding. This project is building critical infrastructure that aligns with the city's well-managed and healthy community strategic outcomes. Find out more about our work to develop long-term solutions to ensure safe, adequate, and well-maintained infrastructure at EngageAurora.org/BuildUpAurora. [Image description: A bridge spans a tollway with cars and dry grass embankments]

The Aurora City Council will meet today, April 20, at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, for a Study Session at 4 p.m., an Executive Session at 5:30 p.m. and a Regular Meeting at 6 p.m. The Study Session and Regular Meeting can be viewed in the Paul Tauer City Council Chamber, at AuroraTV.org, on Comcast 8/880 in Aurora, or via the AuroraTV streaming app. View the meeting agendas at AuroraGov.org/CouncilMeetings. The public is welcome to comment on agenda-related items during the Regular Meeting by signing up no later than 1 p.m. April 20 at AuroraGov.org/PublicComment. There will also be two opportunities during the Regular Meeting for Public Invited to be Heard on non-agenda items of city concern; those wishing to speak should sign up online by 1 p.m. or in person starting at 5 p.m. Learn more about speaking times, speaking order and sign-ups at AuroraGov.org/PublicComment. [Image description - The Aurora Municipal Center and Great Lawn, with text overlay that says "Aurora City Council" and "Stream live at AuroraTV.org"]

#APDTrafficAlert: All directions of East Mississippi Avenue and South Moline Street are closed for a fatal crash involving a motorcycle. The crash occurred about 8:15 p.m. The Traffic Investigations Unit is on scene investigating. Consider using East Exposition Avenue or East Jewel Avenue as alternate east-west routes. We are still gathering information. We will update here when additional details become available.

In this week's This is Aurora newsletter: Share your input on city council decorum; Attend Utah Pool's reopening celebration; Get ready for National Library Week activities and for planting season with free mulch; And much more! Read the latest issue at conta.cc/4epkwa6. [Image description: Utah Pool]

@Juliemdf Both directions of Hoffman Boulevard between Del Mar Circle and Yuba Street will have intermittent lane closures around the clock through May 30 due to a city project to maintain infrastructure. Use alternate route; expect slow traffic.

@AuroraGov when will Hoffman be fixed?!

The Council Rules Ad Hoc Committee invites residents to provide input on the City Council’s rule on decorum online through April 30 or in person at the committee’s April 27 meeting. Residents may submit feedback online at EngageAurora.org/Decorum. Input submitted by April 23 will be considered by the committee at the April 27 meeting, but the survey will remain open through April 30 for additional input. Residents also may provide comment in person at the April 27 meeting, which is at 5:30 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora Room. Following the April meeting, the committee will draft revised rules on decorum for additional feedback, which will be gathered online and accepted at the committee’s May 21 meeting. The committee may hold additional town hall meetings and listening sessions as needed. After the committee has decided on the final recommendations, they will be heard at a council study session and a council regular meeting for final decision-making. [Image description: Aurora Municipal Center building closeup with flags on flag poles]

Data centers currently make up a very small portion of Aurora’s overall water demand, about 0.25% of total system use. The biggest factor influencing water use at these facilities is the type of cooling technology they use, and many newer designs are moving toward systems that significantly reduce water consumption. Aurora Water uses a Large Water Users Guide that outlines the criteria for evaluating allowable commercial and industrial water use.

@AuroraGov Are the new data centers under water restrictions

Find out more about our free water conservation classes and so much more in this week's This is Aurora newsletter: conta.cc/4sWb7v9

@GeeklyGoods Hi. Sorry to hear about this. Xfinity is privately owned. Here is where you can report an outage: xfinity.com/support/status…

Hello @AuroraGov There has been an Xfinity outage in the Fitzsimons area for over 6 hours now, with Xfinity having no ETA or update they can provide. Is it possible you can get information from Xfinity or even speak about this on your pages?

The Aurora Youth Commission has openings for young people and adults in the community who want to have a say in how the city of Aurora serves the younger generation. The commission advises the City Council, city manager and the Department of Parks, Recreation & Open Space on the interests of youth in Aurora. Right now there are openings for two young people between the ages of 14 and 20 who live in or attend school in Aurora and three openings for adults over the age of 21 who live in the city. To find out more and apply, visit AuroraGov.org/Boards.

In this week's This is Aurora newsletter: Learn about the city’s Stage 1 Drought declaration, attend Aurora Water’s community meetings, help shape Signature Park’s future and more! Read the latest issue at conta.cc/4vfvrcs [Image description: Spinney Mountain Reservoir.]

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman will host a "Meet with Mayor Mike" Town Meeting from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway. Meeting topics will include updates on drought conditions, with Aurora Water's Marshall Brown and Shonnie Cline. For more information, call 303.739.7015 or go to AuroraGov.org/TownMeetings. [Image description - Postcard with images of Mayor Mike Coffman and the Paul Tauer City Council Chamber, with textual information on the April 18 Meet with Mayor Mike Town Meeting that is replicated in this post.]