New Fire Chief

Lyons Fire Protection District

The Lyons Fire Protection District announces the selection of Kevin R. Nunn, a 30 year veteran of the fire service, as the new Fire Chief of the Lyons Fire Department. The members of the Lyons Fire Department Board held the final interview with three finalists and made their selection from that process. Chief Nunn will fill the position that has recently been held by interim Fire Chief Steve Pischke, who will stay on as Fire Marshall for Lyons Fire once Nunn transitions into the Chief position. Read the full press release.

Lyons Community Foundation

High School Senior Scholarships

The Lyons Community Foundation offers six scholarships ranging between $500 and $2,000 for graduating high school students from the greater Lyons area. Please refer to their website for complete information about eligibility and submission requirements.

Scholarships can be applied for using the LCF General Scholarship Application Form. All applications must be received by March 12, 2021. Applications must be returned to the Counseling Office of Lyons High school. If you have any questions about the scholarships, inquiries can be directed by email to scholarship@lyonscf.org. All applications are reviewed and kept confidential by a committee consisting of Lyons area community members. Good luck!

Old Man Winter Bike and Run

February 6-14

CEMEX has partnered with the Old Man Winter Rally to offer complimentary registration for up to 20 Lyons residents. Due to COVID, the event has to do things a little differently this year and will take place over two weekends, so you can run/race at your pace. Whether you are up for the 10K run or the 100K ride, sign up today to be eligible for a free entry registration. Good luck racers!

Ice and Snow Removal Requirement

Let’s work together to keep our streets and sidewalks accessible for everyone. Snow and ice make traversing sidewalks difficult and dangerous. It’s the neighborly thing to do...and it’s the law.

In accordance with the Lyons Municipal Code, property owners - including both residents and businesses - must remove snow or ice 24 hours after the last accumulation. If sidewalks remain hazardous and unkept, the Town may mitigate, and charges will be sent to the property owner.

Friends of the Library Trivia Night!

Miss your friends and family?

Sign up for the Friends of the Library Trivia Night held on Thursday, February 11th at 7PM. There will be three rounds of 10 questions each, all on Zoom, with private breakout rooms for teams to discuss their answers. Prizes for the top teams include gift certificates to Lyons eateries!

Join in the fun and help raise money for the Lyons Library Reading Program! (Suggested Donation $10) Get a team together of up to 6 people. or register as an individual. Go it alone or ask to join a team. Visit the Library website or sign up here.

Zoom link for the trivia night will be emailed out to registered participants.

COVID Updates from Boulder County

Wednesdays | 3:30 pm online

Did you know Boulder County Public Health hosts a weekly community update each Wednesday and encourages residents in Lyons to join online to learn more about COVID updates from the County?? The meeting information and how to join, is available on the county website. You may also review past community updates and FAQs.

COVID-19 vaccination is also underway in Boulder County. Vaccination distribution is a complex logistical endeavor, and it can be confusing when the plan seems to constantly change. People ages 70 and older are eligible to receive the vaccine now (Phase 1B of the Colorado Vaccine Distribution Plan). Governor Polis announced Coloradans age 65-69, as well as educators, will start to receive the vaccine Feb. 8.

Register to receive an email or text when the COVID-19 vaccine is available in Boulder County for your vaccine group. If you have a family member who does not receive email, you can sign up on their behalf.

Free Mobile COVID Testing in Lyons

COVID Testing Sites

200 2nd Ave Lyons
Fridays | 1:30pm - 3pm

Boulder County Public Health, in partnership with Boulder Community Health and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment continues to offer free COVID testing in Lyons on Fridays, from 1:30 - 3 pm.

No appointment is needed, and individuals do not need to have COVID-19 symptoms to be tested. Individuals who are 65 years old or older or are essential workers are encouraged to attend.

Location: Parking lot of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 200 2nd Ave, Lyons
Hours: 1:30 – 3 p.m. every Friday through the end of the year, weather permitting and excluding holidays.
Requirement: Mask must be worn

Free Testing at the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont
The Boulder County free testing site is now at the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont . Testing is available for anyone who would like to be tested, and individuals do not have to have symptoms to be tested.

Location: Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont.
Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 7 days per week.

Your Town Needs You!

Several Openings on Boards and Commissions

Would you like to have an impact in your local Government? Get involved and serve on one of several Boards and Commissions. Whether you are great with budgets, want to save local history or plan a sustainable future, Lyons would love to have your input and service.

There are openings for members of the Budget Advisory Commission, Economic Vitality, Ecology Advisory Board and more! Learn more and apply today.

Ice Rink Open!

Thanks to Mother Nature and cold temperatures, the ice rink is open... as long as it's COLD!

For the 2020-2021 Winter Season, MASK UP! Masks are required when you cannot maintain 6 ft of space from another person outside your household. Please adhere to COVID safety protocols when using the rink.

Skate rentals are available on weekends, when rink is open from noon - 4 pm. The ice rink is weather dependent. Check out all the info online!