Eastern Corridor

Water line flushing

Monday morning, April 27th, residents may notice low water pressure for short periods of time while the contractor flushes the water main line over in the eastern corridor where the public works facility is under construction. The flushing is scheduled to take place between 9 am and noon. Residents may notice discoloring in their water, due to iron in the pipes and/or sediment. Run the cold water tap until the water runs clear.

Bears Are Back

Please Secure Your Trash

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.

Garden in A Box

A few remaining discounts
available for Lyons residents

You’ve decided that this is the year you’ll finally get your yard in shape – With just a click, you can order a xeric (low-water) garden kit that’s ready to pick up and plant in May.

These pre-designed kits are tailored to Colorado soil, and the simple plant-by-number maps take the guesswork out of buying and planting. Plus, the garden kits can help you save around 1,000 gallons of water compared to a traditional grass lawn. Starting at just $110, there’s a Garden In A Box to fit your budget.
Visit ResourceCentral.org/Gardens and see if you qualify for a $25 discount for Town of Lyons water utility customers.

To reduce exposure to COVID 19, Resource Central has partnered with Same Day City FedEx to deliver boxes to participant’s homes.

Habitat for Humanity

More Good News!

Habitat for Humanity welcomed two more Lyons families in the final units along Park St in Lyons. Thanks to everyone who helped two more families come home even during these difficult times. What a joyous occasion! Habitat for Humanity found a unique way to "celebrate" with the new homeowners. It's been a long journey! Welcome home Carla, Doug, and Kelly!

Watch the heart-warming video and new homes in Lyons!

Spring Run Off

The health and safety of our residents remains the top concern of the Town. During the springtime as the snow in the mountains begin to melt, residents often ask about river levels and the St Vrain Creek with spring run off. You can view the daily flow from the State of Colorado, Division of Water Resources.

Bohn Park Phase II Updates

Work continues in Bohn Park Phase II. The contractor will begin work for the intake, wells and pump house for the Project. As such, some of the trail will be closed along the river. Residents are asked to follow the detour into the parking lot. The work and detour is expected to last two weeks.

zTrip Voucher Program

With funding support from Boulder County, this program was originally conceived to replace the missing midday bus service. With the current cancellation of the Y bus service during Covid-19 service reductions, there may be greater need for transportation. While any Lyons area resident is welcome to apply for vouchers, the top priority is for those in need. Vouchers will be available at town hall on Mondays from 9-11am and at the food pantry at LEAF on Wednesdays from 3-5pm. Vouchers are also available through your local caseworker with the OUR Center and BCAAA. Please call or email one of the contacts below to answer a short questionnaire to receive your vouchers.

Lisa Ramsey, Town of Lyons, lramsey@townoflyons.com; 303-823-6622 x30
Lory Barton, LEAF, lory@leaflyons.org; 720-864-4309
Lynette Anderson, BCAAA, landerson@bouldercounty.org; 303-823-9016 (previous contacts only)
Rebecca Major, OUR Center, rebecca@ourcenter.org; 303-525-3106 (previous contacts only)

Recruiting Board and Commission Members

If you want to make an impact in Lyons, get involved via the boards and commissions and make a difference in your community. The Board of Trustees can use your passion, opinion, and vision for our community, by joining a Lyons board or commission.

The Town is currently recruiting to fill the following vacancies on Lyons boards and commissions: