Superior Sentinel: October 2025

Hi Superior neighbors –

E-bikes are everywhere these days. If you’re a parent of a teenager or pre-teen, chances are your kids already have one—or they want one. And it’s easy to see why: they’re fun, they give kids independence, and they make it easier to get to school, practice, or a friend’s house without needing a ride.

But here’s the problem: not all of the “e-bikes” our kids are riding around town are actually e-bikes. Many of them are electric motorcycles or electric dirt bikes—and under Colorado law, that makes a big difference.

To legally ride an e-motorcycle or e-dirt bike in Colorado, you must:

1. Be at least 16 years old
2. Hold a valid driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement
3. Register the vehicle and display plates
4. Carry insurance

How to tell the difference

• E-bikes must have operable pedals, a motor not greater than 750 watts, and cannot go faster than 28 mph (for a Class 3).
• E-motorcycles or E-dirt bikes have motors that exceed 750 watts and can travel faster than 28 mph.

We’re seeing a troubling rise in accidents involving kids on these vehicles. Think about it: you’d never hand your 13-year-old the keys to your car or motorcycle before they’d taken driver’s ed, gotten licensed, and insured. Yet too often, we’re giving kids e-motorcycles or e-dirt bikes with none of those protections in place.

The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is stepping up enforcement. They’re considering checking BVSD bike lots, tagging illegal bikes, and even holding a focused enforcement day to catch kids riding unlawfully. And if your child is caught on an illegal bike, the ticket and fine come to you.

Illegal riders can expect to receive fines for not having insurance, registration, or a valid driver's license, as well as 40 hours of community service. Parents will also be cited. For example, the fine for not carrying insurance is $500. Parents that allow their kids to ride an uninsured e-motorcycle will also be fined an additional $500. Repeat offenses will result in a doubling of fines. Riding with multiple passengers, evading officers, or riding on sidewalks/trails is also illegal and will result in additional penalties.

Parents, enforcement starts at home

When your child comes home tonight, take a look in the garage. What are they riding? If your child is under 16 and riding an e-motorcycle, it’s not legal.

This isn’t just about rules—it’s about safety. The risks are real, and if we don’t set limits, someone in our community is going to get seriously injured or worse. Let’s do the right thing: protect our kids and keep Superior’s streets safe for everyone. 

Respectfully,
Mayor Mark Lacis

Learn about the Town's welfare from Mayor Mark Lacis, Superior Town Council Members, and key staff during the 2025 State of Superior event on Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Superior Civic Space (2250 Main St.)

Hear about the accomplishments of the past year and plans for the future of Superior.

The event will begin at 6 p.m. with light appetizers and drinks. The program will kick off at 6:30 p.m. and is expected to last one hour. A question-and-answer session will follow.

We hope you can join us! Can't attend in person? The event will be broadcast on YouTube.

The Planning Department is working with consultants to launch the short-term rental (STR) public portal on Oct. 13.

This project has been in the works since Aug. 26, 2024, when the Town of Superior passed an ordinance amending Superior's Municipal Code to include regulations on short-term rentals. The ordinance establishes a licensing program, ensuring safeguards to public health, safety, and welfare by regulating and controlling the use, occupancy, location, and maintenance of short-term rentals in Town.

Short-term rentals will be required to be continuously insured and follow all health and safety standards outlined in the ordinance. This includes following all building standards, providing proper signage and complying with maximum occupancy limits. When advertising a short-term rental, the license number must be included after the description.

You can visit ShortTermRentals.SuperiorColorado.gov to issue a complaint, license your STR, and/or pay any fees. Please be aware that the website will not be active until Oct. 13, the 'go-live' date.

Please reach out to Town Staff at ShortTermRentals@SuperiorColorado.gov with any questions.

Even though there are no local issues for Superior, you can still shape the future of your community in this year’s election.

Learn what’s on the ballot this November by visiting BoulderCountyVotes.gov or calling 303-413-7740.

Important Dates:

• Ballots Mailed: Beginning Oct. 10 to all eligible Colorado voters
  
• Vote Centers Open: Oct. 27
• Last Day To Return a Ballot by Mail: Oct. 27
• Register To Vote Anytime: Up to and including Election Day
• Ballot Deadline: Must be received by 7 p.m. on Nov. 4

Celebrate fall with a special Saturday edition of the Superior Summer Market series!

Join us on Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Downtown Superior for the Superior Summer Market: Fall Fest. Catch live music from Jeff & Paige and Sweet Lillies, shop local vendors, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy the start of a new season at the final market of the season.

Learn more and find the complete list of participating vendors on the Superior Summer Market event page.

Residents are invited to a Comprehensive Plan Update Open House event on Oct. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Superior Community Center, 1500 Coalton Road.

Those in attendance will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the Comprehensive Plan Update related to finalizing land use recommendations for Opportunity Areas and discuss recommendations from survey data collected during the Chili Fest about what the Town priorities should be moving forward.

Join fellow residents and Superior Town Council members for First Fridays Coffee on Oct. 3 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!

Ready to travel back in time without leaving town? Two historic sites in Superior will open their doors on Saturday, Oct. 4 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 artifacts.

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!

Breathing Healing into the Banks of Sand Creek
Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 2 to 6 p.m.
Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road)

Stop by to participate in a mobile exhibit of social engagement and artistic development addressing the 1864 Sand Creek Massacre as history-into-present that defines both Indigenous and non-Indigenous existence in the state of Colorado.

Native History in Boulder County
Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Superior Community Center (1500 Coalton Road)

Stick around for an educational presentation on the Native history in Boulder County from Right Relationship Boulder. Right Relationship Boulder are Indigenous and non-Native people working with individuals, local organizations and governments to support Indigenous Peoples’ connection to land, raise Indigenous voices and practice right relationships with the Native peoples who lived in the Boulder Valley historically and those who live here today.

The Town is encouraging residents to share their time, energy, and know-how by 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: Two 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

Superior's Annual Student Art Show returns in October!

Come support and celebrate these budding bright talents during the exhibit's opening reception on Thursday, Oct. 2 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Superior Community Center, 1500 Coalton Road.

You'll be able to meet some of the artists behind these masterpieces, and snacks will be provided!

This collaborative art show, with artwork from both Eldorado PK-8 and Superior Elementary, features paintings, drawings and sculptures created by some incredible artists.

Can't make it to the reception? You're in luck! The exhibit will remain on display at the SCC until Jan. 5, 2026.

Join the Superior Youth Leadership Council for a ghoulish good time at this year's Monster Mash Party!

Stop by the Superior Community Center on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. for a fun, family-friendly evening that is free and open to all. Enjoy games, treats, costumes, and more.

It's sure to be a spooktacular evening! We hope to see you there!

Monster Mash
Saturday, Oct. 25
5 to 8 p.m.
Superior Community Center
1500 Coalton Road

The Superior Town Council approved the final design for the Community Park playground renovation project on Aug. 25.

The Community Park Playground is aging and requires renovation to meet the needs of the community. The 17,000-square-foot play area will be renovated to include new, fun and inclusive play equipment and poured-in-place surfacing, while also vastly improving ADA accessibility and overall safety for ages 2-12.

Construction is scheduled for spring 2026.

Find more information and keep up-to-date on this project by visiting the Town Projects Page.

Coyote Ridge Open Space has been selected as an official Leave No Trace Spotlight site, one of just a few chosen nationwide each year! Leave No Trace helps people discover simple ways to enjoy nature responsibly and be part of something bigger. This year, they are inviting you to help Coyote Ridge and all our open spaces thrive during a weekend of events.

Saturday, Oct. 11: Protect the Outdoors Pop-Up
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Coyote Ridge Trailhead at the South Pool | 3300 Huron Peak Ave.

Stop by for games, giveaways, a guided hike, a group trail run, and interactive activities to learn how we can all protect our local open spaces. Town advisory committees, local partners and businesses will be on hand with information and activities.

Sunday, Oct. 12: Stewardship Volunteer Project
9 a.m. to noon
Coyote Ridge Trailhead at the South Pool | 3300 Huron Peak Ave.

Join your neighbors in reseeding, restoring trails, and rejuvenating Coyote Ridge. Tools will be provided! Wear long pants and closed toe shoes. Bring water and sun protection. Volunteers will meet around 8:30 a.m. Registration is strongly encouraged.

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.

Neighborhoods may install lighting displays of their own or choose to sponsor the cost of displays in their neighborhood by partnering with the Town.

Questions? Please contact tospros@superiorcolorado.gov.

With an average of 70 inches of snow each year, sunny days alone can't always keep roads and sidewalks clear. That's why residents, town staff and contractors need to team up for snow removal.

Homeowners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks bordering their property within 24 hours after a snowfall ends. If you cannot clear snow due to physical or financial constraints, consider seeking help from the Snow Busters volunteer program.

Superior's Parks, Recreation and Open Space department removes snow from priority sidewalks and paths. Explore the Sidewalk Snow Maintenance interactive map to see who is responsible for the sidewalks around you.

For most of our roadways, the Town has partnered with Triton Snow Removal to handle most snowstorms. The remaining residential streets, based on priority and snowfall amounts, are taken care of by our Public Works and Utilities Department. The partnership with Triton, which began in 2023, has allowed the Town to maintain a high level of service while using fewer deicing materials and saving $171,000 annually compared to the previous four years.

Historically, the Town has used quantities of deicing materials that went beyond Colorado Department of Transportation recommendations. Although these materials are good at melting snow, they can also damage vehicles, concrete, street lights, vegetation and water quality. The Town will continue working on reducing the use of these corrosive materials to make our roads and sidewalks last longer while ensuring safe surfaces for everyone.

You can find the Town's Snow Removal and Ice Control Plan and Snow Removal Map on the Town's website.

To assist with snow removal, please move vehicles off streets and cul-de-sacs for plow access. Avoid contacting snow removal personnel during operations and report any issues through Superior Click & Fix.

Get outside, help your neighbors and keep the community safe by volunteering for the Snow Buster program!

The program assists residents who report being physically and financially unable to remove snow, sleet and ice from the sidewalk adjacent to their property to remain in compliance with Municipal Code 11-1-20.

If you need help or want to help others, Snow Busters is the program for you! Volunteers will be assigned to a community member who requires assistance with snow removal.

To volunteer or request assistance, complete the Snow Busters program application.

Several intersections are receiving traffic signal upgrades this fall for pedestrian safety, ADA compliance, improved traffic flow via upgraded detection equipment, and aesthetics. These upgrades are intended to enhance the streetscape and provide a better experience for all modes of travel.

Intersections set to receive upgrades include:

• McCaslin Boulevard and Rock Creek Parkway
• U.S. 36 and McCaslin Boulevard
• McCaslin Boulevard and Marshall Road
• McCaslin Boulevard and High Plains Drive
• Marshall Road and Center Drive

The Regional Transportation Operations grant program is covering the majority of the costs. The Town applied for a grant through this state-run program in 2024.

Staff has contracted with Kolbe Striping to paint new roadway striping on McCaslin Boulevard, Indiana Street, 88th Street, Coalton Road, and South Coal Creek Drive.

The new striping will provide excellent visibility during the day as well as reflectivity at night due to the addition of glass beads within the paint mixture.

Crews are schedule to begin work in early October. Please be mindful of the painting vehicles and workers as you travel through Superior.

Please be aware that Intrepid Fiber began installing fiber lines in Superior in mid-June, beginning in the Rock Creek neighborhood around Rock Creek Parkway.

Construction is progressing quickly with Intrepid now serving residents in Town.

For more information on this project or to view the most recent map of current and planned work areas, please visit the Town website.

Have a question about construction in your neighborhood? Send Intrepid a Message or call 844-380-8090.

The Sustainability team is bringing the (compost) magic to Superior Summer Market: Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In addition to all the other great happenings of the event, including a performance by local musicians Jeff & Paige, the Every Scrap Matters booth will have opportunities to win prizes, learn more about composting, receive cool swag and be dazzled by our magician, Miss Peel!

Learn more and sign up for updates at SuperiorColorado.gov/Compost.

Let’s make Halloween Eek-o-Friendly with a Halloween costume exchange!

This year's Halloween Costume Exchange will be held on Oct. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. on the second floor of the Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.) at the top of the stairs. Come by the event, where we will be distributing costumes on a first-come, first-served basis!

Any donated costumes not distributed during the event will be donated to the Sister Carmen Thrift Store.

It’s faster than ever to understand what assistance and rebates you might be eligible for with the State’s new savings tool for renters and homeowners and now is the time to insulate your home, upgrade appliances or look into an electric vehicle before some incentives go away!

Use the free tool: Colorado Energy Savings Navigator

• Anonymous — no name or account needed
• Results you can email to yourself
• Screens for 500+ rebates & programs

Please note: This is general information only. Consult your tax advisor for guidance on your personal situation.

These incentives can be combined with Superior’s EnergySmart rebate (which may still appear under Louisville in the State’s tool until an update is made). Take advantage when planning your next home upgrade!

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 Boulder Small Business Development Center is hosting a free Tax Considerations for Small Businesses workshop on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lafayette Public Library, 775 Baseline Road.

This workshop, meant for Superior, Louisville, and Lafayette businesses, covers essential tax topics for LLCs, S-Corps, and Sole Proprietors—including entity choice, deductions, self-employment taxes, contractor vs. employee rules, and more—to help you navigate small business taxes in 2025. The event is free, but registration is required.

October is National Women's Small Business Month. This month recognizes and celebrates female entrepreneurs who have started small businesses and who have made significant impacts on the national economy.

Celebrate National Women's Small Business Month by learning exciting facts about women in business, sharing opportunities designated for women-owned businesses, becoming a mentor to new female entrepreneurs, and shopping local at Superior's local women-owned businesses.

InBank Superior
500 Discovery Parkway #375
Thursday, Oct. 2
5 to 7 p.m.

Join the Town of Superior and the Superior Chamber to celebrate InBank’s new Superior branch. The official ribbon cutting will occur at 5:30 p.m.

TRĀEL Fine Jewelry
602 Center Drive, Suite D
Wednesday, Oct. 8
4 to 7 p.m.

Let's welcome TRĀEL Fine Jewelry to our community! Stop by on Oct. 8 for their grand opening event from 4 to 7 p.m.

The official ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 5 p.m., but there will be light refreshments, mingling, and the chance to explore TRĀEL’s stunning collection of fine jewelry.

Spooky Season is here, and while everyone is excited about decorations and trick-or-treating, it’s important to stay safe!

According to the National Safety Council, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car on Halloween compared to other days of the year. Costumes, low visibility, and busy streets all add to the risks.

Tips to Stay Safe:

• Walk on sidewalks, not in the street.
• Cross at corners and crosswalks, never between parked cars.
• Carry items like flashlights for visibility.
• Choose costumes that don’t block vision.
• Drivers: slow down and watch carefully for trick-or-treaters.

Check more Halloween Safety Tips from the National Safety Council and the United States Food and Drug Administration.

Stay alert and stay safe!

Superior residents have until Friday, Oct. 10 to apply for assistance with wildfire mitigation through Wildfire Partners' General Rebate Program.

Wildfire Partners provides Boulder County residents with rebates up to $500 for labor and/or cash expenses to implement eligible wildfire mitigation actions on their Boulder County properties.

The following actions are eligible for the general rebate:

• Junk Your Junipers: Remove this combustible plant from near your home.
• Fences are Fuses: Understand your options for mitigating the risk of a wood fence.
• The First Five Feet: Create a noncombustible zone around your home.
• Vents for Defense: Properly screen vents to prevent ember incursion.
• Protect Home Base: Cover the bottom 6 inches of house siding with noncombustible material.
• Cut the Clutter: De-clutter under your deck to reduce the risk of ember ignition.

Learn more and apply on the Wildfire Partners website.

It's time to celebrate fall with your neighbors at Rock Creek HOA's annual Oktoberfest!

Join the community for music, food, beer, games, and fun on Oct. 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Purple Park, 1310 S. Pitkin Ave.

Don't forget to bring those IDs — you must be 21 to drink beer.

Neurodivergent Business Edge Series
Fridays in October (Oct. 3-24) from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Superior Community Center
1500 Coalton Road

The Superior Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce invite you to join a four‑part training and professional development series designed to help businesses create inclusive workplaces and support neurodivergent professionals and entrepreneurs. Space is limited, so please register.

Neurodiversity 101
Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Virtual Zoom Meeting

Neurodiversity 101 is offered to individuals and businesses in Boulder County. This program covers the essentials of understanding neurodiversity, the importance of language, practical advice, and what businesses need to know about inclusive onboarding, hiring, and retention.

This offering is brought to Boulder County by the Superior Chamber of Commerce and facilitated by the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce.

Free and open to all; registration required.

The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has launched a new online reporting system for members of the public to report non-emergencies and non-violent crimes with no suspect information that occur in unincorporated Boulder County, or the towns of Lyons, Nederland, or Superior.

You can use the new system to report misdemeanor or petty theft, fraud or identity theft, criminal mischief, third degree criminal trespass, trespass to a vehicle, lost or found property, and similar incidents.

If an incident is occurring in the moment or involves a gun or other deadly weapon, please call 911 for emergencies or our non-emergency number at 303-441-4444.

The information submitted using this service will be reviewed by a Boulder County Sheriff's Office employee. This reporting service is primarily for your convenience or for insurance purposes and typically further follow up is not required. However, if more information is required, you may be contacted by an investigator.

For more information about the online reporting system or to utilize the new service, please visit the Boulder County Sheriff's website.

First Friday at the Library: Halloween on the Town
Oct. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Join us for a festive First Friday filled with art, treats, and community fun! It’s free, open to all ages, and no registration is required.

Fall StoryWalk©
Oct. 7 from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Louisville Community Park (955 Bella Vista Drive)

Read the picture book "Acorn Was a Little Wild" by Jen Arena on signs posted along the paved path of Community Park. Join us on Oct. 7 for a craft or visit any time the park is open. The signs will be up through Nov. 2.

Friday Afternoon Club: Rocky Mountain Paranormal Research Society
Oct. 10 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Join us for a special presentation from the Rocky Mountain Paranormal Research Society. With over 25 years of experience, they will demonstrate their methods for investigating the paranormal across the Front Range. This is a free program, but registration is required.

An Evening with Local Mystery Author Emily Littlejohn
Oct. 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Join us for an evening with Colorado Book Award finalist and local author Emily Littlejohn as she delves into her Gemma Monroe mystery series. "Inherit the Bones", the first book in this four-part series, received high praise upon its release in 2017. This is a free program, but registration is required.

Mini Haunted Houses for Teens
Oct. 23 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Louisville Public Library (951 Spruce St.)

Create a tiny house that's big on scares! Transform an ordinary toy house into a house of horrors in this library program for teens in grades 6-12. This is a free program; registration required.

Show your support for physical activity and clean air by lacing up your "kicks" or pumping up your tires and joining thousands of Boulder Valley School District students, parents, teachers and administrators as they walk, bike, or scooter to school on Walk & Roll to School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Grab a sticker, sign a banner, and start your day strong! Eldorado PK-8 and Superior Elementary are among the local schools that will be participating.

Find more details on the BVSD website.

Did you know that youth 19 and under ride at no cost on RTD? It’s the perfect chance to introduce young riders to the perks of public transit—like saving money, conserving fuel, gaining independence, and helping keep our air clean.

Here in Superior, youth can hop on the 225 bus to explore local spots, catch the Flatiron Flyer to Denver or Boulder, or even ride the AB route straight to the airport. And it's all at no cost!

Let’s empower the next generation to travel smart and sustainably. Visit the RTD website for full details.

Way to Go is kicking off Go-tober, an annual employer challenge that rewards employers for encouraging their staff to make eco-friendly commuting choices during the month of October. Each time an employee tracks a non-solo driving trip on the MyWayToGo.org trip tracking site, your company will climb a public-facing leaderboard.

Get signed up on the Denver Regional Council of Governments' Go-Tober Challenge webpage.

Interested in hearing more about sustainable commuting options for your organization? Commuting Solutions offers free services to companies in the northwest metro region. Contact Alexis Travers via email.

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

Indigenous Peoples Day
Monday, Oct. 13

Indigenous Peoples Day honors the invaluable contributions and resilience of Indigenous peoples in America.

Learn more about Indigenous Peoples Day from the National Museum of the American Indian.