Hi Superior -

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the State of Superior this past week at the Superior Civic Space.

I cover a lot of ground in this hour-long presentation, including highlights from all of our departments, projects completed, and things to look forward to in 2026. In case you weren’t able to join us in person, you can peruse the slide deck here. The video presentation will be available on the Town of Superior's YouTube page soon.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. You can return your ballot to the drop box in the parking lot at Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive) with no postage necessary up to 7 p.m. on Election Day. For more information about voting, registering to vote, and about the coordinated election, please visit the Boulder County Clerk’s website.

Respectfully,
Mayor Mark Lacis

Are you looking for a fun, relaxed way to spend your Saturday?

Join us this evening, Nov. 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) for Saturday Night Social — a monthly get-together where you can unwind and connect with your neighbors!

Food will be available for purchase at 5 p.m. Enjoy tacos from around the world by Italic Catering!

This month, we'll be joined by Chantil Dukart, an award-winning contemporary jazz pianist and vocalist with roots in the Tsimshian and Sugpiaq tribes of Alaska. Music starts at 6 p.m.

Grab a friend and stop by! All are welcome, and admission is free. We can't wait to see you there!

Can't make it this month? Save the date for the next Saturday Night Social featuring the Bill McKay Band on Saturday, Dec. 6!

Are you interested in learning more about the Town's history? You're in luck!

Volunteers from the Historical Commission will have the Superior Historical Cemetery (2580 Central Park Way) open quarterly, on select days, starting today (Saturday, Nov. 1) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The cemetery, established in 1873, features interpretive signs, benches, and a trail system. Approximately 90 former residents are interred there, including two Civil War veterans.

The Town restricts open access to the historic cemetery for protection and preservation purposes. Visit SuperiorColorado.gov/Cemetery for more information.

In addition to the Superior Cemetery, two other historic sites will open their doors on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Visit the Asti Park Historical Museum (110 W. Maple St.) to learn about the community’s mining heritage, life in the mine camp houses, and a small area dedicated to Marshall Fire objects and photographs.

Then walk over to the Grasso Park Interim Historical Museum (122 E. William St.) to explore Superior’s agricultural roots through photographs, objects and artifact

Members of the Historical Commission will be on hand to share stories and answer questions. Don’t miss this chance to connect with Superior’s history firsthand!

The Town of Superior, in partnership with local non-profit Superior Rising and the Superior Chamber of Commerce, is hosting an inaugural fundraising event at the new Superior Civic Space.

Join us on Saturday, Nov. 15 for Downtown Sounds, an intimate evening with music from FACE Vocal Band and light bites and beverages available for purchase.

All proceeds support the Marshall Fire Remembrance projects.

Snag your ticket today! General admission tickets are $25.

Downtown Sounds featuring FACE Vocal Band
Saturday, Nov. 15
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Superior Civic Space
2250 Main St., Suite 1001

There's something special about shopping where you live!

In Superior, you’ll find a complete shopping experience that combines luxury, convenience, and community all right down the street.

From local boutiques to specialty stores, restaurants and services, Superior offers a wide selection of products and shopping experiences to fit your lifestyle.

Whether you’re looking for something unique or just checking off your weekly list, you’ll find it here!

Shoppers will be able to pick up passports or print out the passports where they will collect stamps when they make purchases at participating local businesses. Once the passports are filled with five or more stamps, shoppers can enter to win a grand prize basket packed with Superior goodies. The program will start on Nov. 29 (Small Business Saturday) and run through Dec. 24. Keep an eye out for more information!

Small Business Saturday celebrates and shows appreciation for the small businesses that invest in the local economy and give back to our local communities.

The tradition of supporting small businesses on the Saturday following Thanksgiving was launched in 2010 by American Express to help drive holiday shopping to small businesses that are key to the health and success of both local and larger economies.

Be sure to Shop Local, Superior and show your support!

The federal government is currently in a shutdown, which is impacting some programs and services that Boulder County helps deliver.

If you need support during this time, please refer to this list of resources available to residents.

Thank you Boulder County for compiling this information!

Join fellow residents and Superior Town Council members for First Fridays Coffee on Friday, Nov. 7 from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).

First Fridays is an excellent opportunity to connect with your community and discuss the issues that impact our town. Enjoy delicious coffee and pastries while sharing your questions, concerns, and uplifting news!

Would you like to share your time and expertise with the Town? Consider volunteering for a Town of Superior Advisory Committee.

Current openings are:

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

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.

Join Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) leadership for an Open Town Hall on Nov. 13 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the airport.

This is an opportunity for community members, airport users, and tenants to connect with airport leadership, ask questions, and learn more about projects and operations.

Representatives from maintenance, operations, planning, finance, communications, and airport projects will be on hand at this informal gathering.

The Town has installed a replacement bus shelter for the westbound RTD 228 bus stop at Tyler Drive and Coalton Road.

This shelter was damaged by a vehicle accident earlier this year and was no longer stable.

The new shelter continues the Town’s dedication to supporting multi-modal transportation while also accommodating ADA and accessibility needs.

In October, the Superior Town Council approved a design contract for the McCaslin Pedestrian Crossing project, which will add a safe pedestrian and bike crossing to McCaslin Boulevard between Rock Creek Parkway and Main Street.

This crossing will connect Vista Ridge to the east to the Oerman-Roche Trailhead and Boulder County Open Space to the west. The project includes a pedestrian-operated traffic control device for bike and pedestrian traffic and an ADA-compliant crossing.

Design has begun, and construction is slated for summer 2026.

Find more information and keep up-to-date by visiting the Town Projects page.

Traffic signal cabinets at several local intersections were recently decorated with Superior-specific art.

You'll find the upgrades at Marshall Road and Sycamore Street, Rock Creek Parkway and McCaslin Boulevard, and the north and south U.S. 36 and McCaslin Boulevard intersections.

These vinyl wraps not only look great and provide a sense of place but also deter graffiti and help regulate the temperature inside the cabinets which extends the life of the traffic signal equipment.

Keep an eye out for these artistic cabinets as you travel around the Town!

In October, the Superior Town Council approved the contract for the Marshall Road and McCaslin Boulevard Intersection Improvements project. The Economic Development Administration has awarded the Town a $1.2 million grant for this project.

The proposed intersection improvements include adding a third dedicated northbound left-turn lane off Marshall Road and a dedicated eastbound through lane on Marshall Road into Downtown Superior to improve traffic flow and reduce traffic delays. The Downtown Superior Traffic Study identified the need for an additional left-turn lane and a dedicated through lane on Marshall Road.

In addition, pedestrian crossings will be updated to improve safety for all users and the overall operation of the traffic signal.

Design has started, and construction is planned for 2026, pending Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and other agency approvals.

Stay informed on the status of this project by visiting the Town Projects page.

Starting the first week of November, Northern Water will move a small amount of water into Chimney Hollow Reservoir as part of its continued effort to test how uranium minerals leach into water and what concentration to expect when the reservoir fills and its operation begins.

During this time, additional water quality data will be collected and used to evaluate the performance of model simulations to predict uranium concentrations in the reservoir. Required dam safety monitoring will also begin.

Even as the reservoir fills, Northern Water will not release water while conducting further assessments and evaluating mitigation efforts.

Chimney Hollow Reservoir is located just west of Carter Lake in Larimer County and will add 90,000 acre-feet of dedicated storage capacity. Read this press release from Northern Water for more information.

The Town of Superior is excited to partner with Boulder County's EnergySmart program to offer our residents home energy and electrification rebates.

You still have time to apply for the 2025 rebates, which can help you save money on improvements like insulation and air sealing, as well as for electric appliances like heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, dryers, and induction cooktops, that will make your home healthier, safer, and more resilient.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 5, 2026.

Please be aware that the EnergySmart rebate program will change in 2026. The most significant change is that EnergySmart will focus exclusively on income-qualified rebates, ensuring taxpayer-funded assistance reaches the households that need it most. However, the income limits in Boulder County are higher than you might expect! For example, a family of four's income can be up to $150,600 to qualify for an income-qualified rebate.

Visit EnergySmart's website for more information on the upcoming changes or give the organization's October 2025 newsletter a read. You can learn about additional Town-sponsored energy efficiency programs on the Town's Energy webpage.

Leaves are falling, and the Girl Scouts of Superior and the Town of Superior’s Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability (ACES) are here to make leaf composting easy!

If you want the Girl Scouts to come pick up your leaves, today (Nov. 1) is the last day to sign up.

Once you do, you can collect your leaves in 30-gallon brown paper leaf bags and place them curbside by 8 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2. Volunteer Girl Scouts and parents will collect the bags and deliver them to the Town’s Yard Waste Recycling site. A suggested $10 to $20 donation is appreciated to support Girl Scout trips and activities.

Only leaves in compostable leaf bags will be collected. Whether you participate in the Girl Scouts pickup or choose another option,ACES is making paper bags available to all residents. Two free bags are available while supplies last at the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road) and the Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St., Suite 1001).

Leaves in paper leaf bags can also be dropped off at the Town’s Yard Waste site (2125 Honey Creek Lane) from 2 p.m. to dusk on Wednesdays or 8 a.m. to dusk on Saturdays and Sundays, or placed directly in your curbside compost cart.

In honor of Colorado Recycles Week, the Boulder County Resource Conservation Division is hosting a special Open House at the Boulder County Recycling Center! This is your chance to see the recycling process, learn about sustainability efforts in our area, and be together in community.

When: Nov. 13

Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Boulder County Recycling Center, 1901 63rd St., Boulder

What to Expect:

• Self-guided tours of the recycling center with staff on site to answer questions
• Informational tables hosted by local sustainability partners like Eco-Cycle, Western Disposal, Resource Central, and Green Guru
• Touch-a-Truck from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. with a recycling truck from the City of Longmont
• Astro Coffee Van for your caffeine and burrito fix

Whether you're a recycling pro or just curious about what happens after the bin, this event is for anyone interested in recycling and sustainability. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your reusable mug. No need to RSVP, just show up!

If you want to learn more about the Town's sustainability efforts, check out the monthly Sustainability Newsletter.

Read the latest edition and subscribe to receive the monthly newsletter in your inbox. Make sure to select the "Sustainability Monthly Newsletter" when prompted to choose the information topics you're interested in.

Upgrades are in store at Superior's Coyote Ridge Open Space!

In October, the Superior Town Council approved a construction contract for the Coyote Ridge Parking & Trailhead project. The project will install a small gravel parking area off Highway 128, east of Indiana Street, and a trailhead with an ADA spur connector trail.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) conveyed the land for the parking lot area to the Town in 2025.

Design and permitting are complete, and crews will begin construction later this year with an expected conclusion by March 2026.

Find more information and keep up-to-date by visiting the Town Projects page.

Celebrate Dance with Danse Etoile Ballet on Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St., Suite 1001)! There will be two performances: one at 4 p.m. and one at 5 p.m.

This is a free event; no tickets are required. We hope to see you there!

Join the Town of Superior on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon to install a prairie dog fence on the open space near the Coal Creek Crossing neighborhood.

This fence will serve as a barrier to prevent prairie dogs from entering or expanding their colonies into unwanted areas.

Volunteers should wear long-sleeve shirts, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Please wear sunscreen and bring a water bottle and gloves if you have them.

Parking is available on the dirt road on West Coal Creek Drive, near Superior Self Storage. The volunteer group will be working at 7507-7505 W. Coal Creek Drive in Superior.

Learn more and register.

Our favorite fuel mitigation team is back! Goat Bros, Hoof-Action Grazing has returned to provide cool weather grazing services in Superior as part of the Town's wildfire mitigation efforts to reduce fuel loads on open space properties.

You can catch the 300-goat herd grazing in Castle Peak Open Space, about 40 acres just east of Eldorado PK-8. Once grazing is complete in the Castle Peak area, the goats plan to move to Autrey Park (1830 Honey Creek Drive) for the remainder of the winter.

Please be aware that the owners of Goat Bros will live on-site in their camper at the South Pool parking lot and then move to the Autrey Park parking lot.

Learn more about the goats on the Town's website, and stay tuned for details on an upcoming meet-and-greet in November!

Dry air, low precipitation, little soil moisture, and fluctuating temperatures are characteristics of fall and winter in many areas of Colorado.

Often, there is little or no snow cover to provide soil moisture from October through March. Trees, shrubs, perennials and lawns under these conditions may be damaged if they do not receive supplemental water.

Guidelines for watering in the winter include:

• Water only when air temperatures are above 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Apply water at midday so it will have time to soak in before freezing at night.
• Monitor weather conditions and water during extended dry periods without snow cover, one to two times per month.

Find more information in this fact sheet from Colorado State University.

The Town has traditionally offered a Holiday Lighting display at various locations throughout the Town.

This coming holiday season, the Town will reduce display locations to focus on Town facilities and properties, and commercial centers. This will eliminate roughly eight locations in the Rock Creek neighborhood, Sagamore neighborhood, and Original Town.

We have good news, though!

The Rock Creek Homeowners Association (HOA) is going to fund lighting displays in several locations this year, including at Rock Creek Parkway and McCaslin Boulevard, Coalton Road and Indiana Street, and Rock Creek Parkway and Indiana Street. Installation will begin in early November with the lights turned on right before Thanksgiving.

The wall of the Rock Creek Parkway underpass near Purple Park was recently spruced up with a new mural. The Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee recommended and funded the project.

Artists Hilary Williams and Susan Mattson of Revel Painting painted a 140-foot long mural on the wall of the underpass that features a whimsical design incorporating peonies, foxes, and a pattern of shapes that references the molecular pattern of coal.

The mural is now part of the Town’s permanent public art collection. If you haven’t seen it already, we hope you’ll soon check it out!

Not all e-bikes are the same, and not all are legal for riders under 16. Understanding your bike’s specifications is key to knowing who can ride it and where. Since it’s not always easy to tell, check the manufacturer’s specifications before you ride.

Visit SuperiorColorado.gov/ebikes to learn more.

The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) team is responsible for all of the Town-sponsored events and activities you know and love!

Stay up-to-date 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 what's going on around you. It's a great way to stay informed about everything happening in our community!

We look forward to your next visit in Downtown Superior!

If you are shopping, dining, or just enjoying a stroll along Main Street, free parking is provided at multiple locations including on-street parking and parking garages (on-street limits vary from 2 hours on Main Street to 3 hours on adjacent streets).

Please be sure to read the posted signs or refer to the Downtown Superior parking map on the Town website.

The Town is once again hosting A Precious Child Precious Gift Drive!

A Precious Child collects donated new toys, gift cards and gifts for underserved children (babies through teenagers) in the community. Gifts are then distributed to kids who are the most in need through A Precious Child's resource center and agency partners.

Please consider donating a new, unwrapped toy between Nov. 3 and Dec. 11. There are collection bins at Town Hall (124 E. Coal Creek Drive), the Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St., Suite 1001), and the Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road).

You can find more information, including a list of highest need items, on A Precious Child's website.

Need a ride without the hassle of owning a car? Colorado CarShare offers a Hyundai Ioniq 5 right here in Superior!

Located in the Downtown Superior Parking Garage (2250 Main St, first floor, space 35), this eco-friendly vehicle is ready to reserve.

With over 60 vehicles across the Front Range, members can drive any car in the fleet! You just pay for what you use. It’s affordable, convenient, and sustainable.

Ready to roll? Join Colorado CarShare and hit the road smarter.

The Rock Creek Master Homeowners Association's Annual Meeting and Budget Ratification is on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually via Google Meet.

Be sure to register at RockCreekHOA.com to attend. If you're unable to attend the meeting live, ensure you turn turn in your proxy!

Provide your input to help make transit better in Boulder County!

Linking Boulder County is a vision and action plan to make public transit easier and more useful for people who live, work, and visit Boulder County. Transit includes buses operated by RTD, shuttles to parks and mountains, and shared vehicles like Ride Free Lafayette and paratransit.

This plan is the first time Boulder County has set a countywide vision for transit, and it’s an important opportunity to better serve our community.

There are two ways to get involved in November:

• Take the Transit Needs Survey: Open through Nov. 20
• Attend the virtual open house event: Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Learn more about the project on the Linking Boulder County website.

Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) choice enrollment is now open! If you would like to apply for your child to attend a school other than their neighborhood school, make sure to apply between Nov. 1, 2025 and Jan. 7, 2026.

Many BVSD schools are hosting choice enrollment (previously called open enrollment) events so potential students and their families can learn more about each school.

Superior Elementary (1800 S. Indiana St.)

• Open Enrollment Tour with Principal Stein: Nov. 7 from 9:30 to 10 a.m. or 2 to 2:30 p.m.

Eldorado PK-8 (3351 Indiana St.)

• Kinder - 8th Grade Prospective Family Night: Nov. 18 or Dec. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m.
• Superior Elementary Rising 6th Grade Families: Dec. 4 from 9 to 10 a.m.
• Middle Level Information Night: Dec. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m.
• Rising Kindergartener Welcome Day: Dec. 11 or Dec. 15 from 9 to 10 a.m.

Monarch PK-8 School (263 Campus Drive)

• Choice Enrollment Night: Nov. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m.
• Coffee Chat focused on Choice Enrollment with Principal Garcia: Dec. 5 at 8:30 a.m.

Monarch High School (329 Campus Drive)

• Open Enrollment Open House: Dec. 2 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

The Louisville Public Library Foundation is fundraising for the Library’s e-book collection.

Library e-book licenses cost three to five times more than consumer price, and each copy serves only one reader at a time. As our community’s demand keeps growing, so do the waitlists. Every dollar helps shorten the wait for readers across our community.

To donate, please visit ColoradoGives.org/LouisvillePublicLibraryFoundation. Giving for Colorado Gives Day begins Saturday, Nov. 1 and runs through 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 9, 2025.

Tween Club: Assemblage
Nov. 6 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Tween Club (for grades 3-5) meets after school on the first Thursday of the month. Come hang out with friends, make cool crafts, play games or learn something new. In November, try making an assemblage. Arrange different odds and ends into a personal piece of art.

Active Minds: The Civil War - Cause & Effects
Nov. 13 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

It has been 160 years since the end of the Civil War. Join Active Minds for a look at what caused the war and how our country has changed as a result. This program for adults will not attempt to cover the military conflict in any significant detail, but rather will focus on what preceded and followed it. This is a free program, but please register.

Friday Afternoon Club: Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs
Nov. 14 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

In this monthly library program for adults, the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs will be speaking and answering your questions about resources for veterans and their dependents. They will also discuss how veterans service organizations help veterans apply for and access benefits. Register for the program on the event page.

Beaded Hanging Plants
Nov. 24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Craft gorgeous hanging plants that require zero green thumb in this program for teens and adults! Learn to shape and string beads into faux hanging plants that capture the beauty of real foliage. These handmade botanical beauties make perfect gifts, or cool room décor that will never wilt or fade. Please register.

Every commute has a story, and some inspire us to rethink how we travel. In Commuting Solutions' new series, On the Move, the organization highlights local residents who embrace innovative and sustainable commuting methods.

The first feature showcases an unexpected twist: a unicycle incorporated into a weekly work commute.

If you have a commute story worth sharing, email alexis@commutingsolutions.org to get started.

Clinica Family Health & Wellness will soon open a 24/7 Walk-In Center for mental health and substance use crisis support in Louisville!

This newly renovated clinic will provide comprehensive mental health crisis intervention, withdrawal management, urgent psychiatric care, and intensive outpatient care. Together, these critical services support Superior, Louisville, and other communities across the county by offering a safe and supportive place for people to get the help they need, when they need it – all under one roof. Learn more about the clinic on Clinica's website.

Keeping up-to-date on Town activities and events has never been easier! Find below several great ways to stay informed 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

National Native American Heritage Month
Celebrated all November

National Native American Heritage Month celebrates the traditions, languages and stories of Native American and Alaska Native communities and ensures their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. Learn more on the U.S. Department of the Interior's Indian Affairs website.

Daylight Saving Time Ends
Sunday, Nov. 2

Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour to mark the end of Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, Nov. 2.

This article from CU Boulder shares more about the history of Daylight Saving Time.

Veterans Day
Tuesday, Nov. 11

Veterans Day is a federal holiday honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Learn more about the holiday on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.

Town of Superior offices will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of the holiday.

Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, Nov. 27

All Town offices, the Superior Community Center, and the Superior Civic Space will be closed on Nov. 27 and 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Learn more about Thanksgiving from the U.S. Government Publishing Office.