The Lyons Share

The Lyons Community Foundation announces a small business economic relief fund which has been created in collaboration with the St. Vrain Market.

As a local response to businesses enduring forced closures during the COVID-19 crises, the fund is designed to provide immediate economic aid to Lyons businesses.

Economic aid grants of up to $1000 each will be made available to businesses with registered Lyons licenses and may be used to cover expenses such as rent and utilities.

To donate and support the fund or to apply, visit the Lyons Community Foundation.

Lyons Resources during COVID-19

Watching the world- wide events of late reminds us that Lyons is a community that has always prided itself on taking care of our neighbors and local businesses, many of which have felt the pain of a downturn in sales.

As citizens, we are all making adjustments to our daily routine to ensure the health and safety of our families, friends, and neighbors. Many of our local businesses have also made great strides and efforts to keep their stores and restaurants safe, clean and open for business, including expanding their services to have delivery and curbside pickup that will reduce too many people to people interactions.

We appreciate that many of you are also limiting exposure and practicing safe, social distancing. The Lyons Chamber of Commerce has a page that is continually updated regarding local business offerings and the Town has a dedicated COVID-19 webpage, with resources and information all in one spot.

Lyons - Grit and Grace
Thanks to all of you who continue to support Lyons where you can, while continuing to help contain the spread of germs.

RTD Y Bus Service

COVID Related Service Reductions

RTD recently announced major service reductions along several of it's transit lines due to COVID-19.

Beginning on April 19, 2020 RTD buses will be reduced to Saturday Service levels. For the Y route, this means no service while RTD has the COVID service reductions in place.

Boulder County has been working with community and transit partners to help address the transporation shortfall. A voucher program with zTrip has been agreed to with the Town of Lyons and Boulder County to provide transportation service to students, seniors and those without access to transportation with a taxi voucher program. The voucher progam is valid for travel between Lyons and Boulder or Lyons and Longmont, anytime between 5:00 am and 7:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Town staff is working with the Housing and Human Services Commission, Walt Self Senior Center and LEAF to ensure residents who need transporation will have access to a voucher for their transportation needs. The transportation voucher program will be available for those who need help by April 30, 2020.

Apple Valley Road

Paving and Striping

The City of Longmont has notified the Town of Lyons that it intends to finalize the paving and striping of Apple Valley Road during the week of May 11. They have a final list of items to wrap up for the waterline completion project and hope to be complete by the end of May.

Keeping Bears Away

Springtime reminds us that the warmer weather has bears waking up from their winter hibernation. Along with April showers and May flowers the active black bear season also returns to our area. Take time now to ensure your trash and compost are secured!

The Colorado Depatment of Wildlife notes that "Black bears are curious, intelligent, and very resourceful; they will explore all possible food sources. If they find food near homes, campgrounds, vehicles, or communities, they’ll come back for more." Typically, bears that find food sources in town are likely to stay close to town, which increases the chance of human encounters and the bears losing their natural fear of people.

Following these tips to bear proof your home or business can help protect you, your family and hopefully save a bear.

Put your trash out the morning of your trash pick up.
Do NOT put it out the night before.
If possible, store your trash and compost in a house, garage, shed or other enclosed area until the morning of collection.
Remove bird feeders. Feed birds in winter months only.
Both Western Disposal and One Way Trash Service offer bear proof trash bins for residential and commercial services. Contact your trash provider and ask about their bear proof system containers.

Census 2020

Spend 5 minutes and be counted!

One important thing you can do while we're all stuck at home is fill out your 2020 Census Form! It's important that everyone in LYONS is counted.

This is the first time the census has been available online. An accurate count affects everything from funding for public services to representation in Congress.

If you don't have your census invitation, don't worry! You can still respond online or via phone. Be safe. Be well. Be counted!

Spring Clean Up Day Postponed

The health and safety of our residents remains the top concern of the Town. In light of the changing and unpredictable impacts of COVID-19, the Sustainable Futures Commission and the Town have decided to postpone the Spring Clean Day, until further notice. Both teams feel it is the right decision to protect you, volunteers, and staff, and observe all mandates toward slowing or stopping the spread of COVID-19.

Thanks for your understanding.

Help Colorado Now

The State of Colorado has launched a state-wide effort to help all residents get through this trying time.

If you need assistance or can help volunteer, the HelpColoradoNow.org website is a good resource. The website aims to provide guidance to the public on how to best help communities recover following a disaster.

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