Proclamation Committing to Dialogue of Inclusivity

The Board of Trustees have passed a proclamation of committing to a dialogue of inclusivity and respect for the rights and beliefs of all citizens in Lyons.

The proclamation includes language stating "the Board [of Trustees] respects diversity and desires to ensure that the human rights of our citizens are protected, and to that end desires to proclaim that the Town of Lyons will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any form..."

The full proclamation is posted in Town Hall, or can be read here.

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Town Hall Forum
with Representative Jonathan Singer & Senator Steve Fenberg

Tonight, Feb. 7 | Oskar Blues | 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Join Representative Jonathan Signer and Senator Steve Fenberg for an open dialogue of their 2017 legislative agenda. The forum will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Oskar Blues, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Live music and refreshments served from 5:30 to 6 p.m.
This event is presented by the Lyons Economic Development Commission.

Old Man Winter

Sunday, Feb. 12

Volunteer

Taking Control of Your Financial Life

5 Seminars | Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Are you scared to talk about money? That can change! Supportive seminars at the Lyons Regional Library.
Wednesday, Feb. 8: Common Investment Types: It's easier than you think!
Call the Lyons Regional Library for more information: 303-823-5165

Discounted CU Buffs Men's Basketball

Lyons Parks and Recreation has teamed with the CU Buffs to offer discounted prices for PAC-12 men's basketball games. Discounts available for all sections of upcoming games.
Visit www.CUBuffs.com/promo and enter code 2017MBBGROUP

Upcoming SBDC Business Opportunities

Business owners, check out the upcoming trainings and workshops, presented by Boulder Small Business Development Center (SBDC):

Startup Roadmap
Tuesday, Feb. 7 | 6 to 9:00 PM | $45 
Plan the successful launch or growth of your business with the Startup Roadmap workshop. Instructors will use the Business Model Canvas to identify key challenges you’ll need to address as your business grows.

Once Upon A Brand: Storytelling Tips for Buyer Engagement
Wednesday, March 8 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | $40
Learn how a well-crafted story can deepen bonds between you and your buyer, increase loyalty, and ultimately drive sales. You will leave this workshop with newfound confidence and an ability to broadcast your uniquely exceptional brand story for measurable growth and impact.

Social Media Essentials: Amplify Your ROI
Thursday, March 23 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | No Cost
In this workshop, learn exactly what social proof is and find out ways you can leverage the social media marketing efforts for your business. We will discuss the top social media platforms today and decide which ones will provide the social proof you'll need to establish a trust-factor with past, current and potential customers.

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Floodplain Mapping Project Stream Reach Specific Public Meetings

Feb. 14

Boulder County Transportation and the State of Colorado are hosting a series of public meetings to present draft floodplain maps for major stream corridors in unincorporated county from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Colorado Hazard Mapping Program (CHAMP).  
These sessions are an opportunity for the public to review draft updated map information for locations in unincorporated Boulder County as listed for each meeting below. Locations outside of the defined map review areas for each meeting will not be discussed. Additional public meetings will be scheduled as map updates are received.   

Public Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017 | 4 to 7 p.m.
Boulder County Clerk & Recorder’s Office

Houston Room, 1750 33rd St., Boulder CO 80301
**This meeting is cumulative and will include maps from each area already discussed:

• Jan. 31 map areas
• Jan. 19 map areas: Cabin Creek, North, Middle, and South St. Vrain Creek(s) from Hwy 72 to upper Longmont Dam Rd (North St. Vrain) & just upstream of Red Gulch Rd. (South St. Vrain)
• Jan. 10 map areas: Fourmile Canyon Creek upstream of Wagonwheel Gap Rd., Dry Creek #2, New Dry Creek, and the Resilient St. Vrain study area (near 75th St. to East County Line Rd.)
• Dec. 13 (2016) map areas: North and South St. Vrain creeks from downstream of Longmont Dam Road and just upstream of Red Gulch Road to Lyons and St. Vrain Creek from Lyons east to 75th St. 

More Information on the County’s Floodplain Remapping and Public Meetings >>

Flood-Impacted Home Owners are Eligible for Free Home Preparedness Assessments

via County of Boulder
The City of Boulder and Boulder County are participating in a new Home Preparedness Assessment Program. This pilot program provides flood-impacted single family and mobile home owners with a free in-home consultation aimed at enhancing personal resilience. 
Participation in this program will include a consultation with a professional advisor who will identify actions and improvements to help homeowners prepare for and better respond to flood, fire, and drought. Cash rebates will be available to participants to help cover the costs of the suggested improvements. Some improvements may include things such as sump pump inspection and repair, roof and gutter evaluation, and more.

This program is first come, first served, with limited space of up to 100 participants throughout Boulder County. To qualify, homeowners must have been impacted by a flood event and have proper identification (i.e. state issued ID such as a driver’s license).

Interested individuals can sign up now for an assessment by filling out the form at www.ResilientTogether.org/home-preparedness-program/documents/212/download.

For more information, visit the program website at www.ResilientTogether.org/home-preparedness-program or contact program manager Ann Grodnik-Nagle at ann.grodnik@cbi.com or 303-741-7041.

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Please do not reply to this email, as we are unable to respond to inquiries sent to this address. Please direct questions to Arielle Hodgson.