Posts tagged Canyon Boulevard
Boulder to test green bike-lanes
0September 13, 2012
Cyclists and motorists traveling north along Folsom Street will notice something new at the intersections of Canyon Boulevard and Pearl Street – green bike lanes. As part of a pilot project, the City of Boulder’s Transportation Division has installed the new pavement markings to promote community awareness and increase safety for both cyclists and motorists. The city is testing the green bike lanes’ effectiveness with reducing “right hook” collisions, which involve a motorist making a right turn and accidentally colliding with a cyclist traveling in the same direction in the adjacent bike lane, as depicted in the attached diagram. Citywide, approximately 14 percent of all motor vehicle collisions involving cyclists have been attributed to right hook collisions. The intersections of Folsom Street and Canyon Boulevard (#2) and Folsom and Pearl streets (#12) were identified among the top 15 most common collision locations. These statistics were included in the Safe Streets Boulder Report, a study of motor vehicle collisions involving cyclists or pedestrians during a 40-month period between January 2008 and April 2011.
The new pavement markings on Folsom Street are the first phase of the pilot project, with additional green bike lanes planned along Colorado Avenue and Table Mesa Drive this fall. Evaluations to test the effectiveness of the markings will include field observations and an online community survey to gather input from cyclists and motorists. The green bike lanes are a traffic engineering component of the city’s three-part action plan to reduce the number of traffic collisions in Boulder through engineering, education and enforcement. The Heads Up Boulder: Mind the Crosswalk campaign was launched this summer to help educate the community about three new crosswalk safety ordinances and the Boulder Police Department will be proactively enforcing the ordinances at Boulder’s busiest intersections this fall. The new pavement markings were installed on Thursday, Sept. 6, using a preformed thermoplastic material that includes an anti-skid layer to reduce slipping. Boulder is joining other communities such as Portland, Ore.; Seattle, Wash.; St. Petersburg, Fla.; Los Angeles, Calif.; and San Francisco, Calif. in experimenting with bike lane pavement markings. The attached photo shows the green bike lane at the intersection of Canyon Boulevard and Folsom Street and the attached diagram depicts a right hook collision.
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Boulder’s talking trash (pickup) again
0July 28, 2012
Special trash service dates announced
According to Boulder Revised Code (BRC) 1981 Section 6-3-9, property owners and managers of rental properties in the University Hill and Goss/Grove neighborhoods are required to contract with trash haulers for pick-up service for the following dates in 2012:
- Fall: Saturday, July 28 through Monday, August 27
The University Hill neighborhood boundaries are from Arapahoe Avenue to Baseline Road and from Broadway Street to Ninth Street, and the Goss/Grove neighborhood boundaries are from Canyon Boulevard to Arapahoe Avenue and from Folsom Street to 15th Street.
The Special Trash Service code requires that rental properties in these neighborhoods sign up for the program through their contracted trash haulers. The Boulder Police Department’s Code Enforcement Unit will issue a summons to property owners and managers of rental properties in these two neighborhoods if they are not signed up for the program, regardless of the extent of trash violations on their property. The fine for a violation of this section of the code is $250 for a first offense.
The Special Trash Service code requirement was implemented in 2003 as a result of a community group recommendation. During tenant move-in and move-out periods, which occur at the beginning and end of the University of Colorado’s academic year, the Goss/Grove and University Hill neighborhoods experience significant trash impacts. This program was initially developed as a pilot program in 2002. Its success resulted in the development of the specific code requirement.
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Open house for proposed #Boulder Transit Center area improvements
0March 9, 2012
The City of Boulder is evaluating a variety of options for multimodal transportation improvements to the Boulder Transit Center area on 14th Street, between Canyon Boulevard and Walnut Street (in and around the area where the current RTD transit center is located).
The public is invited to attend an open house on Monday, March 12, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Municipal Building lobby, 1777 Broadway, to review a variety of concepts currently being considered as part of this project.
The project, which will be jointly funded by the City of Boulder Capital Improvement Bond and a Colorado Department of Transportation FASTER grant, has the following goals:
- Improve bus access, capacity and circulation;
- Improve pedestrian safety, access and experience;
- Enhance the streetscape and landscaping in the area;
- Enhance the transit passenger drop-off zone;
- Improve bicycle access and parking;
- Minimize impacts to automobile parking and circulation; and
- Improve the character and utility of the existing transit center.
For those unable to attend the March 12 open house, meeting materials and an online comment form are available atwww.bouldertransportation.net.
For more information about the open house and options being considered for Boulder Transit Center area improvements, contact Cris Jones at 303-441-3217.
This project is partially funded by the city’s Capital Improvement Bond, which is the result of a 2011 ballot item that voters approved, giving the city the authority to issue a bond to address significant deficiencies and high priority infrastructure improvements throughout Boulder. For more information on the Capital Improvement Bond projects, visit www.bouldercolorado.gov/bondprojects.
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City of Boulder: Nightmare on Pearl St coming.
0January 13, 2012
Tree removal to impact traffic on Pearl Street next week
The City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) will be removing two damaged cottonwood trees along the west end of Pearl Street. The work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Jan. 17, and be finished by the end of the week. This schedule is weather dependent.
Due to several defects these two cottonwood trees have been identified as hazards to the public and to public and private property. While the contractor is on site and working, Pearl Street will be closed from Canyon Boulevard to Third Street.
Rumor of plans to evacuate city east of Broadway are STRONGLY denied.
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Tree removals to impact traffic the week of Aug. 29
1August 27, 2011
by Ron Baird, news editor
in News
The City of Boulder Parks and Recreation Department’s Urban Forestry Section is anticipating minor and temporary traffic impacts during the week of Aug. 29 (weather and contractor dependent) as a result of pruning and tree removal work that is necessary for safety reasons.
Traffic impacts include:
● Tuesday, Aug. 30, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.: Intermittent lane closures on Pearl Street between 18th and 20th streets due to the removal of a large Siberian elm tree in poor health.
● Wednesday, Aug. 31, between 6 and 9 a.m.: Intermittent delays to bike and pedestrian traffic along the Boulder Creek Path during tree pruning operations west of the Boulder Public Library Main Branch.
● Wednesday, Aug. 31, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.: The northbound, outside lane of Broadway Avenue between Arapahoe Avenue and Canyon Boulevard will be closed so crews can remove a honeylocust tree in poor health. The tree was struck by lightning in July 2010 and its health has significantly declined since that time. The transit stop at Central Park will be moved south to the bridge over Boulder Creek during the removal operation.
● Thursday, Sept.1, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.: The southbound, outside lane of Broadway Avenue between College and Euclid avenues will be closed so crews can remove a silver maple tree that is a safety concern due to a large trunk cavity and advanced decay.
Most of the wood from the trees being removed will be recycled into mulch and used in City of Boulder parks. Trees that are being removed will be replaced where possible next spring.
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Boulder Reminder about fall 2011 special trash service
0August 11, 2011
As a reminder to rental property owners and managers for fall 2011, the special trash service requirement began Saturday, July 30, and remains in effect through Monday, Aug. 29. 
According to Boulder Revised Code (BRC) 1981 Section 6-3-9, property owners and managers of rental properties in the University Hill and Goss/Grove neighborhoods are required to contract with trash haulers for pick-up service.
The University Hill neighborhood boundaries are from Arapahoe Avenue to Baseline Road and Broadway to 9th Street, and the Goss/Grove neighborhood boundaries are from Canyon Boulevard to Arapahoe Avenue and Folsom to 15th streets.
The Special Trash Service code requires that properties in these neighborhoods sign-up for the program. A summons 
may be issued to property owners and managers of rental properties in these two neighborhoods if they are not signed up for the program, regardless of the extent of trash violations on their property. The fine for a violation of this section of the code is $250 for a first offense.
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Boulder police investigate attempted sexual assault
0May 24, 2011
On Tuesday, May 24, at 12:30 a.m., police responded to the area of 20th Street and Canyon Boulevard on a report of an attempted sexual assault. A male suspect followed a lone female to this area before he pulled her to the ground and attempted to sexually assault her. The female screamed and the male fled in an unknown direction.
The suspect is a Hispanic male, approximately 5 feet to 5 feet, 2 inches tall, and about 180 pounds with a heavy build. He was described as having short dark hair and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans. He spoke both English and Spanish with a noticeable accent.
The suspect may have an injury to the right side of his face due to being struck by the victim.
The case number for this incident is 11-6379.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Jeremy Frenzen at 303-441- 1890. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
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“Take out the Trash and don’t talk back!” Boulder!
0April 13, 2011
by Boulder Channel 1
in News
2011 special trash service dates announced
According to Boulder Revised Code (BRC) 1981 Section 6-3-9, property owners and managers of rental properties in the University Hill and Goss/Grove neighborhoods are required to contract with trash haulers for pick-up service for the following dates in 2011:
- Spring: Wednesday, May 4, through Monday, May 9; and
- Fall: Saturday, July 30, through Monday, Aug. 29.
The University Hill neighborhood boundaries are from Arapahoe Avenue to Baseline Road and from Broadway Street to Ninth Street, and the Goss/Grove neighborhood boundaries are from Canyon Boulevard to Arapahoe Avenue and from Folsom Street to 15th Street.
The Special Trash Service code requires that properties in these neighborhoods sign up for the program. The City of Boulder’s Environmental and Zoning Enforcement Office (EZEO) will issue a summons to property owners and managers of rental properties in these two neighborhoods if they are not signed up for the program, regardless of the extent of trash violations on their property. The fine for a violation of this section of the code is $250 for a first offense.
The Special Trash Service code requirement was implemented in 2003 as a result of a community group recommendation. During tenant move-in and move-out periods, which occur at the beginning and end of the University of Colorado’s academic year, the Goss/Grove and University Hill neighborhoods experience significant trash impacts. This program was initially developed as a pilot program in 2002. Its success resulted in the development of the specific code requirement.
For additional information, contact the EZEO at 303-441-3239 or visit www.bouldercolorado.gov/EZEO.
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Boulder COPS ID bank robber with pic and all……Hissss… see story #boulder
0March 21, 2011
by Boulder Channel 1
in News
Boulder police identify bank robbery suspect
Latiolais Michael Shaw : Boulder PD wants to slap the cuffs on you.
An arrest warrant has been issued for 48-year-old Michael Shawn Latiolais (DOB 09/27/62) in connection with the armed robberies of the Boulder Valley Credit Union and a Circle K convenience store. He is wanted on two felony charges of Aggravated Robbery.
Witnesses identified Latiolais as the suspect in both robberies. He is a white male, 165 pounds, and has brown hair and blue eyes. Police believe he may be driving a 1995 silver Ford Ranger pickup truck, with Colorado license plate 134-GRV.
The Circle K robbery took place on Feb. 28 around 10:45 p.m. at the store located at 3185 28th St. in Boulder. The Boulder Valley Credit Union (located at 2667 Broadway) was robbed the next morning, March 1 at 9:45 a.m. In both robberies, the suspect produced a note demanding cash and claiming to have a gun, though no witnesses ever saw a weapon. No one was hurt in either robbery.
An armed robbery that took place at a Wells Fargo branch on Canyon Boulevard on Feb. 28 is believed to be unrelated to the robberies at the Circle K and the Boulder Valley Credit Union. Boulder police arrested 23-year-old William Anthony Chren III (DOB 08/26/87) in connection with that case.
Boulder detectives have been working with the FBI and other local agencies on all of these cases.
Anyone with information about Michael Shawn Latiolais or his whereabouts is asked to contact Detective Brian Scott at 303-441-3381. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips may also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
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Boulder police investigate three armed robberies in 24 hours Pics & story:
0March 1, 2011
by Boulder Channel 1
in News
Boulder police investigate three armed robberies in 24 hours
Boulder police are looking for the suspect or suspects involved in three armed robberies over the past 24 hours and are considering the possibility that all three crimes are connected. In each robbery, the suspect was able to get away with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Two robberies took place the night of Monday, Feb. 28. One was at a branch of Wells Fargo bank on Canyon Boulevard, and the other happened at a Circle K convenience store on 28th Street. This morning, Tuesday, March 1, a man who claimed to have a weapon robbed the Boulder Valley Credit Union on Broadway.
A news release was sent out yesterday outlining details of the Wells Fargo case. That release can be found at www.boulder-police.com.
Last night’s Circle K robbery happened at 10:45 p.m. at the store located at 3185 28th St.. The suspect walked to the counter and initially asked for a package of cigarettes, then showed the clerk a note demanding all the cash in the register. The note indicated that the suspect had a gun, although the clerk told police he never saw a weapon. No one was hurt, and the suspect left quickly with an undisclosed amount of cash. The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office assisted with a K-9 unit to try to locate the suspect.
At 9:45 a.m. today, a man claiming to have a gun robbed the Boulder Valley Credit Union at 2667 Broadway. Tellers told police that the man walked in, produced a note demanding money and claimed to have a gun. No one saw any weapon. There were no customers in the bank at the time of the robbery, although several bank employees were inside. No one was hurt.
Credit union employees describe the suspect as a 40- to 50-year-old white male, 6 feet tall, with pockmarks and acne scarring on his face. He was wearing a dark jacket and tan pants, a brown knit cap with tassels and dark sunglasses.
The clerk at Circle K also described the suspect as a white male, 40 to 50 years old, about 6 feet tall and very thin. He wore a brown baseball cap and had straight brown hair. His face was pockmarked and he had prominent cheekbones.
Boulder police detectives have notified the FBI and the two agencies are working together.
Detective Brian Scott is the lead investigator on all three cases. Anyone with information is asked to contact him at 303-441-3381. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips may also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
Boulder Police looking for bank robbery suspect
Boulder police are searching for a man who robbed the Wells Fargo bank at 1690 Canyon Avenue early this evening.
It happened at 5:26 p.m. Witnesses told police the man walked into the lobby of the bank, approached one of the tellers and handed the teller a note demanding money. He claimed to have a gun, though no weapon was seen. The teller complied and gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was last seen running southbound away from the bank.
A number of bank employees and customers were inside the bank at the time. No one was hurt.
Photos of the suspect are attached. Police are looking for an 18-to-22 year-old-man who is described as 6’3”, very thin, with a pockmarked face and brown hair. He was wearing a baseball cap and a ski jacket with a white shirt underneath.
Boulder police are working with the FBI on this case. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact detective Craig Beckford at 303-441-3336. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call the Boulder Police Department’s tip line at 303-441-1974.
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Dome Fire evacuees: Now you can go home: #boulderfire
0October 30, 2010
City to lift evacuation order at 10 a.m. today
All mandatory evacuations of city neighborhoods in west Boulder will be lifted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30. All residents and business owners west of 7th Street from Canyon Boulevard on the south to North Street on the north are welcome to return to their properties starting at that time.
Fire crews are still battling active fire west of the city. City residents in west Boulder neighborhoods can anticipate fire equipment in the area throughout the day. Residents may notice firefighting teams from other jurisdictions assisting with this effort.
Open Space and Mountain Parks trails in the evacuation zone will remain closed, and firefighters are asking for the public’s cooperation in staying off the trails and out of the area for recreational purposes.
The Dome wildfire originated near Dome Rock on City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks property on Friday, Oct. 29.
“On behalf of the city and emergency responders, we would like to thank the community for its cooperation and continued versatility during this event,” said City Manager Jane S. Brautigam. “We appreciate the diligent and exhaustive efforts of all of the responding firefighters.”
The North Boulder Recreation Center, 3170 Broadway, has resumed normal operations and class schedule today. Adult classes were cancelled on Friday due to health concerns related to the smoke.
The city encourages residents to remain alert and monitor local news and Emergency Operations Center updates for any changing information. For the most up-to-date information from emergency officials, visit http://www.boulderoem.com/emergency-status.
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NEWS: police, Chamber news, Obama’s Patient Bill of Rights, Downtown Boulder
0July 8, 2010
Boulder police investigate serious injury accident
The Boulder Police Department’s Traffic Section is investigating a serious injury accident that occurred at about 3:10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 7, on 28th Street north of Canyon Boulevard.
A 15-year-old pedestrian, identified as Nikisha Young, was crossing the southbound lanes of 28th Street about 275 feet north of Canyon Boulevard when she was hit by a Jeep Cherokee. The Cherokee, driven by Susan Sanders, 30, of Boulder, was headed southbound in the right turn lane for westbound Canyon Boulevard. The pedestrian, who was not in a crosswalk, ran into the right turn lane and collided with the front driver’s side of the Jeep. The pedestrian was taken to Boulder Community Hospital. She sustained a fractured right leg, fractured right arm and fractured right jaw.
The investigation revealed that the driver of the Jeep Cherokee did not commit any traffic violations and could not have seen the approaching pedestrian.
The Boulder Municipal Prosecutor’s Office and the Boulder Police Department agreed that the pedestrian will not be issued a citation.
The case number for this incident is 10-8435.Anyone with information about this accident is asked to contact Sgt. Jack Walker at 303-441-4314.
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The Chamber Board opposes three tax and government measures for this November’s statewide ballot (Amendments 60 & 61 and Proposition 101) that would negatively impact state and local government entities to provide services critical to attract and retain businesses. Read more.
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Learn from local pros how to network with confidence, practice good etiquette and add a sense of adventure to your business. Our presenters will offer insight into their networking styles and provide useful tools to help you make meaningful connections. Practice included.
Roundtable topics: Networking & the Art of Listening, Be a Resource for Connections, Networking is a Contact Sport, and Building Power Partnering. Cost is included in your Chamber membership ($25 for non-members).
Presenters: Nancy Chin-Wagner, Arbonne International; Peggy Goehringer, Homebased Business Group; Brent Hultman, Taggart Insurance; and Chris Ratay, Re/Max Alliance
Tues., July 20 | 11am-12:30pm | Chamber Center, 2440 Pearl St. | Register
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It’s been less than four months since President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act — and, because of reform, about 1 million uninsured Americans are expected to receive coverage by next year. And that’s just the start.
A new bill of rights for patients is starting to take effect, and the worst abuses of the insurance industry are coming to an end. As the President recently announced, the Patient’s Bill of Rights will ban rescission of coverage, stop discrimination against children with pre-existing conditions, and place restrictions on annual limits.
This is an incredibly important first step for reform, and we need your help. We’ve put together an information sheet that breaks down exactly what the Patient’s Bill of Rights does. To start spreading the word in your own community, print it out and pass it along to your friends, post in your local coffee shop and grocery store, or bring it along with you when going door-to-door.
There are those who still aren’t sure about health reform, but as the law takes effect, we have a new opportunity to convince the skeptics. OFA supporters are the very best communicators and organizers in communities all across the county — you can bring the debate out of D.C. and into your town, and this information sheet is a great tool we believe will help.
The Affordable Care Act works to put consumers back in charge of their health coverage and care. And because of the Patient’s Bill of Rights, Americans can know that their insurance will be there when they need it most.
The more information sheets we put in visible places, the stronger the message we’ll send about our support for health reform and President Obama. Share it with your friends. Mail it to your family members. If you’re a medical professional, post it in your office or waiting room. Be creative — anything you do will be a huge help in making sure Americans understand what the new law does for them.
Will you help us make the case for change? Download your information sheet and share the Patient’s Bill of Rights with five friends today:
http://my.barackobama.com/patientsbillofrights
Mitch Stewart
Director
Organizing for America
