Follow St Vrain Run-off and Levels

The Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR), monitors streamflow and water use throughout the State.

For the St Vrain (after the confluence of the North and South), there is a gauge station near Black Bear Hole to monitor discharge levels, water temperatures and more. Bookmark the website to follow runoff and other water data.

Tubing Ban in effect

In the interest of public safety, The North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creek will be closed to tubing and single chamber flotation devices for the immediate future. The Sheriff and/or Police Chief is authorized to order a Partial Use Restriction prohibiting the use of single-chambered air-inflated devices on any waters of the state when such operations constitutes or may constitute a hazard to life or safety.

The closure took effect on June 9, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. The closure encompasses The North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creeks from Apple Valley Road/ County Road 71 (upper Apple Valley Road) to North Foothills Highway including through the Town of Lyons. Sheriff's deputies will be posting notices tomorrow morning, advising recreationists of the closure. Read more for full details.

Longs Peak Drive
Sewer, Water & Road Replacement

Information Meeting for Residents
Tuesday, June 22 | 6 pm

Construction for the Longs Peak Drive Improvements project is anticipated to begin in late Summer 2021. The project includes replacing water and sewer lines, and repaving the road.

The engineers have design 90% complete and the Town plans to put out the bid for construction, anticipating the project to begin in late summer. The most recent design plans are posted here.

In addition, the Town encourages residents to think about possible concerns to their property and to try to get those noted as early as possible in the process.

Town staff also intends to set up a time to go out on site after collecting comments and feedback from those residents who are impacted.

Zoom Info for Longs Peak Drive Improvements:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3250473506?pwd=RFVjSWl6Yk5hUUUwUmFIemp5VDl0Zz09

Meeting ID: 325 047 3506
Passcode: 80540
Or call in via one tap on a mobile phone:
+13462487799,,3250473506#

Thank you for your continued patience, as we rebuild Lyons Strong. For questions, please contact Aaron Caplan, Utilities Director, (303) 823-6622, ext. 42

FREE Slow the Flow

Sprinkler Consultation for Town of Lyons
Water Utility Customers

Just like a car, your sprinklers need an occasional check-up to make sure they’re watering your lawn as efficiently as possible.
Get your system checked with a FREE Slow the Flow sprinkler consultation by Resource Central!

Sprinkler consultations last about 75 minutes and could help you (and planet earth) save thousands of gallons of water each year and keep your lawn healthy. It’s easy to sign up and get long-lasting results! There is limited availability. Contact them today!

Simply call (303) 999-3824 or sign up at ResourceCentral.org/Sprinklers

Organic Weed Control

Main St & Hardscape and Rockbed Areas

Town staff and selected contractors will begin the use of select non-synthetic, natural and organic weed control products along area of Main Street and in some park areas where there continue to be significant weed issues. The product is OMRI rated.

The work should be taking place in the next few weeks and will predominantly impact hardscape and rock bed areas.

The following is the product information page.

https://mirimichigreen.com/products/weed-control-concentrate/

This is the SDS info sheet.

https://mirimichigreen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Weed-Control-SDS.pdf

2021 Sandstone Summer Concert Series

Back for Summer 2021!

Town staff has been working on the 2021 Sandstone Summer Concert Series, which will kick off for 7 weeks beginning on Thursday, July 1st at the Raul Vasquez stage in Sandstone Park.

This year the Town has planned a seven week series with all local musicians. The seven-week program runs from weekly on Thursdays, July 1, through August 12, with music starting at 6:30 pm.

The concerts are free and it’s a great way to meet new friends and reconnect with your neighbors and long-time friends.
July 1 Dechen Hawk
July 8 Jesse Burns, Beth Gadbaw and friends
July 15 Joe Kuckla and Irons in the Fire
July 22 Billy Shaddox Band
July 29 Arthur Lee Land Band
Aug 5 The 89s
Aug 12 Blue Canyon Boys

Parks and Recreation Programs for Summer

Adult Coed Recreational Softball
At long last it returns to Lyons for the first time since the flood. Grab your teammates, get out that old leather glove, and get to the ballfields for some exercise and FUN!

Summer Kayak Rentals
Rent a kayak for one month, two months or all summer!
Rentals come with a kayak, paddle, life vest and helmet.

Other fun summer programs include:
Women’s Mtn Biking, skateboard lessons and camps, Challenger Soccer camp

Get all the details on these and other programs offered through Lyons Recreation here:

https://www.townoflyons.com/624/Register-for-Recreation-Programs

Lyons Fire Protection District

Open House Saturday, June 26, 2021

Mark your calendar Lyons!
The Lyons Fire Protection District welcomes the local community and neighboring agencies to an Open House.

Come meet the new Fire Chief Peter Zick, enjoy some food and drinks, and get a “hot shot” photo of your pet with a fire truck! They will also have live local music with Joe Kuckla.

Full details are here.

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