Hello Superior!

Work is underway on the final phase of reconstructing Rock Creek Parkway, covering the stretch from Indiana Street to Coalton Road. This is the final piece of a multi-year effort to improve one of Superior’s most important roads.

A little history: remember that Town Community Survey many of you filled out a few years ago? Residents rated Superior good or excellent in most areas — but the lowest-rated category was streets. We heard that loud and clear, and the Town has made major investments in road improvements ever since. Over the past several years, we’ve completed work on McCaslin, Coalton, 88th Street, Indiana, 76th Street, Sycamore, the Sagamore neighborhood, and street sealing and alley paving projects throughout Rock Creek and Original Town.

For Rock Creek Parkway, the Town used public input, traffic analysis, and the Rock Creek Parkway Repurposing Study to develop a plan focused on both road condition and safety. In 2024, the Town completed the upper section from McCaslin Boulevard to Indiana Street. In 2025, we completed improvements to the McCaslin/Rock Creek Parkway intersection, along with rehabilitation of the Purple Park pedestrian bridge and underpass. Now we are finishing the final stretch.

This summer’s work includes removing several right-turn lanes and bollards, narrowing portions of the roadway to improve pedestrian safety, building a new single-lane roundabout at Rock Creek Parkway and Coal Creek Drive, and improving the 88th Street roundabout. The project also includes new pedestrian crossings, updated ADA ramps, protected bike lane improvements, and new pedestrian warning beacons. I know the new roundabout has been controversial and public input was split. Town Council debated the issue and the majority ultimately voted to move forward with the roundabout.

Construction will continue in phases through October 2026. When complete, Rock Creek Parkway will have a better roadway surface, safer crossings, and improved bike and pedestrian facilities.

P.S. We also have major road construction projects underway in South Rock Creek, along Indiana Street, and with alleyway repaving in Original Town — so no one is being left out. We know road construction is disruptive, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as we get these important projects done.

For more details, please see our Town Projects webpage.

Respectfully,
Mayor Mark Lacis

Get ready for a day filled with family-friendly events and patriotic spirit! We invite you to join us at Community Park in just a few days for Superior's 4th of July Celebration with red, white, and blue fun for everyone!

Unfortunately, the annual Superior Downhill Mile and the parade are paused this year due to construction on Rock Creek Parkway. The Town is working hard to complete the bulk of the roadwork during the summer to avoid impacting school traffic.

Bring your patriotic spirit for a day of live music, free pancakes, bubbles, games, and lots of fun!

2026 4th of July Celebration
Saturday, July 4 | 9 a.m. to noon
Community Park
1350 Coalton Road

RTD has proposed discontinuing Route 228 in September 2026.

Route 228 is currently the only fixed-route neighborhood bus service operating within Superior, connecting residents to Downtown Superior, local neighborhoods and the U.S. 36 and McCaslin Park-n-Ride. It also provides regional connections to Flatirons Crossing Mall, Louisville and Lafayette.

Whether you ride Route 228 every day, use it occasionally or simply believe Superior should continue to have neighborhood bus service, your feedback can help inform RTD's decision. Share your experiences, explain why local transit matters, and suggest ways RTD can improve service and grow ridership rather than eliminate Superior's only neighborhood bus route. Now is the time to act!

1. Email RTD Board members
   Tell RTD why Route 228 matters to you, your family or your ability to access jobs, schools and services. Board members will make the final decision.
   
   To: RTD.Directors@rtd-denver.com
   Copy: service.changes@rtd-denver.com and lynn.guissinger@rtd-denver.com
   
   
2. Submit a comment
   Use RTD's online comment form or call 303-299-6000 to speak with staff directly.
   
   
3. Speak at a July RTD Board meeting
   Residents can provide testimony before the RTD Board votes on the proposed service change. View July board meeting dates and participation options.

Every year, the Superior Chamber of Commerce hosts the Superior Business Awards to celebrate the achievements of businesses and professionals in the community.

This year, we'd like to extend a special congratulations to Sgt. David Salaman of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, who received the Heather Cracraft Superior Achiever Award.

This particular award recognizes an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the Town of Superior and the Chamber of Commerce over an extended period of time.

As Superior's sergeant, Salaman is committed to serving and connecting with the community. He is approachable and engages with residents through open forums such as the monthly Chat with the Chief event at the Superior Community Center.

Thank you, Sgt. Salaman for all you do!

With drought, extreme heat, and fire crews already stretched thin by wildfires across Colorado, the Town of Superior has reinstated Stage 1 Fire Restrictions ahead of the Fourth of July, in conjunction with Boulder County, which enacted Stage 1 restrictions for the eastern plains and Stage 2 for the western mountains, effective at noon on Tuesday, June 30.

For a list of what's allowed and prohibited during Stage 1 restrictions and additional safety information, visit the Town website.

As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, please remember that personal fireworks are not allowed in Superior.

The following message is a crucial reminder from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office:

Fireworks that explode or leave the ground are illegal in the Town of Superior. Check out this flyer for a reminder about what is currently legal in the Town of Superior.

Additionally, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office Animal Protection Unit compiled some information to help keep your pets safe on the 4th of July.

Let's work together to keep our community safe this Fourth of July!

Want to serve on the Town Council?

You're in luck! There will be three Superior Town Council Member seats and one mayoral seat open this year.

The Town Council adopts ordinances and resolutions, appropriates funds to conduct Town business, and provides policy direction for Town governance through Town Staff and Advisory Committees.

Pick up a candidate affidavit and petitions by contacting Town Clerk Shannon Dujardin through the Town website or by phone at 303-499-3675.

Save the date! Nomination packets will be ready for pick up at Superior Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4 and must be returned no later than Aug. 31. More election information is available at SuperiorColorado.gov/elections.

Please be aware that First Fridays Coffee and the monthly museum open days are canceled in July due to the Fourth of July holiday.

Stop by the Historical Commission's booth at the 4th of July Celebration! Learn about our country and Town's history and check out the historic 1942 Chevrolet fire truck.

Or make plans to join us next month!

• Asti Park Historical Museum Open: Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Asti Park Historical Museum (110 W. Maple St.)
• Grasso Park Interim Historical Museum Open: Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grasso Bungalow (122 E. William St.)
• First Fridays Coffee: Friday, Aug. 7, from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St., Suite 1001)

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? The Town's Advisory Committees provide a chance to showcase your skills, collaborate with your neighbors, and contribute to the place you call home.

Current openings are:

• Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability: Three Openings
• Cultural Arts and Public Spaces Advisory Committee: One Opening
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee: Four Openings
• Superior Youth Leadership Council: Nine Openings

Interested? Learn more and apply today by visiting the Town of Superior Advisory Committees webpage or reach out to Mikaela Gregg by email or by phone at 303-499-3675, ext.128.

Superior is full of artists, and we want to put your artwork where the whole community can see it.

The Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) Advisory Committee has launched a new exhibit opportunity for resident Superior artists! Artist Spotlight: Neon Dreams & Digital Streams is an open call for art that will feature local artists through slideshow exhibits.

The new rotating exhibits will be featured on large monitor screens at the Superior Community Center and the Civic Space. This is your invitation to submit your artwork for a chance to share what you create and see it celebrated across town!

Get all the details and submit your artwork today on the Artist Spotlight Shape Superior page.

Are you interested in shaping the future of recreational programming in Superior? We hope you'll share your input and take the Parks and Recreation Programs Survey on Shape Superior!

The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Department wants to react to the needs of our evolving Town by offering programming that feels exciting and accessible for our residents.

Through this survey, the PROS team will gather your ideas and use them to refine the programming we currently offer and plan new offerings within the confines of what's feasible for the Town.

Clear your weekly shopping list on July 15 at the next Superior Summer Market!

Downtown Superior (2250 Main St.) will come alive from 5 to 8 p.m. with merchants, meals, and music to savor with family and friends.

Stroll Main Street and fill your bag with fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and so much more! Once you've crossed everything off your list, stop by the plaza and enjoy throwback funk, soul, and R&B from Dechen Hawk.

Find each market’s vendor list, market dates and all the other fun things happening at SuperiorColorado.gov/SummerMarket.

Get ready for live music, food trucks, and summer fun with friends!

Superior's beloved Summer Concert Series continues in July. Join us at the Superior Commons Amphitheater (2130 Creek View Way) from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. on select Saturday evenings.

• July 11: High Lonesome
• July 25: Soul School
• Aug. 8: The Long Run
• Aug. 15: Steely Dead

The Superior Veterans Group (SVG) is seeking veterans, as well as active-duty service members, Blue and Gold Star family members, and supporters, to join in new activities with a renewed focus to support and serve Superior's local veteran community.

If you're a veteran or associated with the military, the group could use your help and knowledge to identify how best to move forward. All ideas and thoughts are welcome!

The SVG will next meet on Sunday, July 26 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Superior Community Center, 1500 Coalton Road.

Future ideas and efforts include:

• Review 4th of July activities
• Plan Chili Fest & Veterans Day activities
• Long-term objectives, organizational status, activities, and budget

Please join us to further discuss future courses of action and opportunities for collaboration. This is a valuable opportunity to strengthen our veteran community.

Watching your dog explore the natural world off-leash can be a joyful experience. However, it's important to remember that dog ownership comes with responsibility, too.

Superior's leash ordinance requires you to keep your pup leashed (unless you're visiting a designated off-leash area), but doing so is also the kind and neighborly thing to do!

Find out more about why leashing is so important in this article on the Town website.

And don't forget: You can take your pup to the Autrey Park Dog Park (1830 Honey Creek Drive) or the Central Park Dog Park (2560 Central Park Way) for some off-leash fun!

"We Are As Gods"
Friday, July 31 | 6 p.m.
Superior Civic Space
2250 Main St., Suite 1001
Language: English
Runtime: 94 minutes
Rating: NR

This 2021 documentary chronicles the life and controversial work of counterculture icon, futurist, and environmentalist Stewart Brand.

Check out the Boulder Film Friends in Superior page for important event information and the future screening schedule.

Questions? Contact Arts & History Supervisor Jennifer "JG" Garner at jenniferg@superiorcolorado.gov or 303-499-3675, ext. 167.

Summertime means the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) team is busier than ever, coordinating programs and events just for you!

Stay in the know by subscribing to the monthly PROS Newsletter. When prompted to choose which types of information to receive, check any relevant topics under "Parks, Recreation & Open Space."

Read the latest Parks, Recreation and Open Space Newsletter to catch up on all the upcoming fun.

Boulder County has begun a new year-round monthly testing schedule of its outdoor emergency warning sirens.

These tests will be conducted on the first Monday of the month at 10 a.m. The next test will occur on July 6.

Please be aware that there are two sirens in Town, one located in Superior's Community Park and the other in Original Town on Coal Creek Drive. The outdoor emergency sirens are designed to alert people who are outside in nearby areas and are not intended to be heard indoors.

Visit SuperiorColorado.gov/ready for more preparedness information.

WUI 101
Thursday, July 9 | 6 to 7 p.m.
Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St., Suite 1001)

This introductory community workshop, hosted by the Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Department in partnership with Planning and Building, is designed to help residents understand wildfire risk and its effects on homes in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI).

Harm Reduction and Naloxone (Narcan) Training
Saturday, July 18 | 10:30 a.m. to noon
Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road)

The Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Department is partnering with Boulder County Public Health to provide Harm Reduction and Naloxone (Narcan) training. Learn about signs of an opioid overdose, how to respond (including when and how to use Narcan) and more.

Nature and Forest Therapy
Wednesday, July 29 | 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Founders Park (601 W. Coal Creek Drive)

The Nature and Forest Therapy program is an innovative approach to stress relief, healing, and resilience, rooted in the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku or forest bathing.

Parking enforcement in Downtown Superior was paused last year.

Due to increasing demand for parking along Main Street and to help ensure parking turnover for businesses, the Town's parking management vendor, Parkwell, will resume enforcement along Main Street in mid-July by issuing warnings and will begin issuing citations starting in August for vehicles exceeding the current two-hour time limit.

Find more information, including a parking map, on the Downtown Superior parking webpage.

The Boulder Chamber has organized opportunities for businesses to engage with the Sundance experience, including:

• Leasing your business space as an event space
• Share your services with the Sundance Film Festival to become a vendor
• Participate in the 'Official Friends of the Sundance Film Festival' Program

Review the program guidelines and learn more on the Boulder Chamber Sundance Film Festival Partner Hub.

Event season is in full swing! Summer events attract thousands of community members and visitors.

Explore opportunities to increase your business's visibility and attract new customers with the Capture Event Traffic Quick Guide.

Explore a wide range of resources for your business on the Town's Business Resources webpage.

If you're looking for assistance, this webpage includes resources for business development, sustainability, financial resources, disaster preparedness, and more!

Rock Creek Parkway construction continues, with crews currently working on the north side of the road between Indiana and 88th streets.

Once complete, the 88th Street roundabout will be fully closed while crews complete upgrades. This work is scheduled to conclude before the 2026-27 school year starts.

The project, which will continue through October, includes:

• Full reconstruction of the roadway;
• Curb and gutter improvements;
• Upgraded sidewalks;
• Enhanced bike and pedestrian facilities;
• The installation of a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of Rock Creek Parkway and Coal Creek Drive; and
• A single-lane roundabout at 88th Street and Rock Creek Parkway.

Find more information and stay up to date on this project by visiting the Town Projects webpage.

Plus, you can check out the Town's new interactive road construction map for detailed views of closures, detours, and more.

The initial phase of the Indiana Street reconstruction project, from North Torreys Peak to Mount Sopris Way, is nearing completion.

After July 4, the contractor will start phase two, which includes the full closure of Indiana Street from McCaslin Boulevard to Mount Sopris Way.

The project includes full reconstruction of the roadway, curb and gutter improvements, upgraded sidewalks, and enhanced bike and pedestrian facilities.

Construction will conclude before the start of the 2026/27 school year, so school traffic will not be affected. During this project, temporary road closures and detour routes will continue to be set up as needed, along with periodic sidewalk closures.

Updates will be available on the Town Projects webpage. Don't forget that you can now visit the Town's new interactive road construction map for detailed views of closures, detours, and more.

The Original Town alley and roadway stabilization project is moving into the second phase, in which the alleys and unpaved roads will receive a chip seal to further harden and protect the driving surface.

This work should take a couple of days and will conclude in early July.

During the initial phase, the alleys and unpaved roads in Original Town received fresh millings, grading improvements, and a stabilization treatment to harden the roadway surface.

Once the work is complete, the alleys and roads will have a hard surface with an expected useful life of approximately 5 years, eliminating dust and allowing plowing.

With Coal Creek and our local ponds, the Town works hard to monitor and manage the local aquatic ecosystems we all enjoy. Staff prioritizes maximizing ecological health and biological diversity and limiting the application of chemicals.

One innovative example is the Town's use of a Water Beetle remote-controlled aquatic weed harvester to manage seasonal duckweed overgrowth in local ponds. Keep an eye out for it the next time you're visiting a pond around Town!

Want to learn sustainable landscaping practices that can help you protect our waterways? Read the latest Sustainability Newsletter and subscribe to receive the monthly newsletter in your inbox.

Friday Afternoon Club: An Afternoon of Games with the Louisville Senior Center
July 10 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Play games with your friends and neighbors! The Louisville Senior Center will host an afternoon of games such as Azul, Mexican Train, Contract Rummy, and Carcassonne. They will also share information about the programs and services the Louisville Senior Center offers. Beginners are welcome, and volunteers will be on hand to teach you the rules. Light refreshments will be provided. The program is free, but please register.

Karaoke for Teens
July 16 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Release your inhibitions and sing your heart out at Library Karaoke. Whether you are a seasoned performer or new to karaoke, all teens will get the opportunity to sing by themselves or with friends. Pick your song, pick your microphone, and get to singing! This is a free program for teens; please register.

BackStory Theatre Presents: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears!
July 18 from 3 to 3:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Join BackStory's Fairytale Theatre Troupe for a magical, audience-participation retelling of Goldilocks and the 3 Bears! In this lively production, your little ones won't just watch the story unfold, they'll be part of it. Free fun for the entire family and perfect for preschool through first grade! Registration required.

Tie-Dye Popsicle Palooza
July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Steinbaugh Pavilion (824 Front St.)

Beat the heat and join us for a dye-lightful day of color and cool treats at our Tie-dye Popsicle Palooza! Bring your own item to tie-dye (t-shirt, tote bag, whatever you'd like to brighten up) and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with storytime, music, and of course, popsicles! This program is for all ages; don't forget your dyeable item and be prepared to get messy! Please register.

Rain and melting snow pick up pollutants from our parks and trails and carry them into storm drains, which drain directly into local waterways untreated. These are the same waterways where we swim, fish, and play during the summer.

You can protect yourself and our waterways while recreating by picking up after your pets, packing out solid human waste and toilet paper, and using mineral sunscreen when recreating in the water. When swimming in lakes and creeks, do not swim immediately after a rainstorm, and avoid getting water in your mouth, eyes, or open wounds. By recreating responsibly, you can protect water quality, aquatic life, and fellow community members.

Learn more through the Keep it Clean Partnership.

The Boulder Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is coordinating several events in July for local entrepreneurs.

Cómo Comenzar Su Negocio
Wednesday, July 8
6 to 8 p.m.
Online event
Registration required

Esta orientación para la creación de empresas es para cualquier persona que está considerando lanzarse a un negocio por primera o séptima vez. Este seminario le proporcionará una visión general de los aspectos al comenzar un negocio, pros y contras de las entidades legales, pasos para legalizar su negocio en el estado de Colorado, requisitos de licencia comercial, pasos esenciales de marketing, los componentes del plan de negocios y dónde obtener información adicional de recursos y apoyo.

Market Research 101
Thursday, July 9
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Longmont Chamber of Commerce (528 Main St.)
Registration required

Learn how to make smarter business decisions using data. This session will walk you through the fundamentals of market research, including how to identify your target market, analyze competitors, and uncover industry trends.

Iniciando tu Food Truck: Lo que Necesitas Saber
Wednesday, July 15
6 p.m.
Online event
Registration required

Esta orientación está dirigida a cualquier persona que esté considerando lanzar un negocio de Food Truck por primera vez.

Funding Your Business: Lending Panel
Thursday, July 16
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Louisville Recreation and Senior Center (900 Via Appia Way)
Registration required

Louisville, Lafayette, and Superior businesses: Please join us for an engaging Lending Panel featuring local lenders who will share insights into the financing options currently available to small businesses.

Join Coal Creek Meals on Wheels for Let’s Dish: A State of CCMOW on Thursday, July 16, from 5 to 6 p.m. at Josephine Commons (455 N. Burlington Ave.) in Lafayette.

This casual gathering is a chance to connect with fellow Coal Creek Meals on Wheels supporters while enjoying light appetizers and fresh lemonade.

Can’t make it in person? Join the organization virtually on Tuesday, July 21, at 5 p.m. for the same presentation and a live Q&A.

Staying informed about Town activities and events is easier than ever!

Below you'll find several excellent ways to keep up-to-date or request information:

• Manage your email or text subscriptions
• Email the Town
• Email the Town Council
• Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and Bluesky
• Check out our YouTube Channel
• Tune in to Cable Channel 8 for live meeting broadcasts
• Chime in on our latest outreach efforts with Shape Superior
• Submit non-emergency issues to Superior Click and Fix

Town offices and Superior Town Hall will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Fourth of July.

Enjoy a day of patriotic fun the following day (Saturday, July 4) at Superior's annual 4th of July Celebration.

The Superior Civic Space will be closed on July 4 due to the holiday. The Superior Community Center will have modified hours, open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additionally, both of Superior's pools will close early at 5 p.m.

Wishing you a safe and healthy holiday!