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Feb 14th
The City of Boulder posted an online survey last week to gather input on its website at . The survey will be open through March 4, 2011.
The survey is intended to get input from users on what services and information they like, and what else they’d like to see as well as to gauge how users are finding information on the site. The survey results will be used, along with other information, to make improvements to the city’s website content, organization and navigation.
Scott Carpenter pool improvements begin today
The Parks and Recreation Department began work today, Monday, Feb. 14, to make repairs to the Scott Carpenter Park outdoor pool located at 1505 30th St. Pool repairs and improvements include installation of stainless steel gutters and a surge tank; energy efficient boiler; deck drains; lifeguard stands and a re-finish of the water slide.
Work on the pool is estimated to take approximately 10 weeks (depending upon weather and contractor scheduling) and should not impact the pool’s planned May 28, 2011 opening. According to Steve Whipple, facilities administrator for Parks and Recreation, this work is necessary to enhance the swimming experience, improve water and energy conservation, and improve pool performance and safety. The work is estimated to cost $400,000. The last significant maintenance project at the pool was in 2007, when it was sandblasted and painted. Scott Carpenter Pool is the only 50 meter pool operated by the city.
For more information, call Shelly Ruspakka, Parks and Recreation, at 303-413-7214.
Boulder is better campaign 2011 "Why I love Boulder" Oh Jesus!
Feb 12th
Community launches celebration of Boulder life with I love Boulder campaign
What do you love about Boulder? That’s the question thousands of people and businesses will be asked in 2011. And the answers are expected to be heard around the cybersphere.
The City of Boulder has joined efforts with partner businesses and organizations to kick off a year of celebration about what those who call Boulder home love most about the city we share. The “community-owned” campaign is designed to be viral and invites the community to personalize the theme, logo and branding to share individual tributes to Boulder.
“There are so many things to love about being in Boulder,” said City Manager Jane Brautigam. “Boulder tops the nation’s top 10 lists every year for quality of life, innovations and hot jobs. The goal of this campaign is to capture all of those great stories from our community and showcase our unique city to the world as a terrific place to live, visit, recreate and do business.”
“Boulder is one of the best and most beautiful university towns in America,” said CU-Boulder Chancellor Philip P. DiStefano. “The combined cultural, artistic, recreational and intellectual resources are unparalleled, and the quality of life on campus and in the city is unmatched. I have lived here for nearly 40 years and am still in awe of this amazing community.”
City Communication Manager Patrick von Keyserling said the concept for the campaign started as a discussion about what attracts people and businesses to Boulder. It became a communitywide effort when local businesses volunteered to donate their time and talents to celebrate the cultural, traditional and happily unconventional characteristics of Boulder life.
“The campaign is designed to be fun and engage every segment of our community,” said von Keyserling. “Our partners have helped create an open-source campaign that empowers people to be involved at a variety of levels.”
The happy website is www.loveboulder.org
A number of organizations have already agreed to incorporate the theme into their annual marketing plans. Others are using the I love Boulder concept to challenge members and students to tell their stories and learn more about the community. Boulder Public Library has capitalized on its film series to promote films with strong Boulder connections; Boulder Facebook Page is asking its 30,000 fans to submit photos and favorite places to highlight lesser known Boulder attractions and events; and the Boulder Valley School District is challenging students to produce short films about their Boulder experiences and create art about their favorite Boulder places.
“This is a great opportunity for students and teachers to use real life experiences in the classroom to be part of a community effort to celebrate our history and school spirit,” said Boulder Valley School District Superintendent Dr. Chris King. “The classroom becomes much more real when the students are focused on current conversations that are occurring in our community.”
BVSD’s engagement is exactly what the city was hoping for when it introduced the concept to community partners.“Really anything goes with this campaign,” said von Keyserling. “It’s wonderful that students are telling us what they love about the city. We also hope to hear from entrepreneurs who chose Boulder over New York, Seattle or Paris; athletes who train in Boulder; and individuals who have a favorite restaurant or hiking trail.”
Boulder cops seek ID of "identity theft" crook…photos and story:
Feb 10th
Boulder police are asking for the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in an identity theft case. On Jan. 6, a suspect entered a parked car and stole the victim’s wallet and ID. The suspect then used the victim’s stolen credit cards and made over $2,000 in purchases at the Best Buy in Boulder.
The suspect who used the credit cards is described as a white male with reddish brown hair and a light complexion. He appeared to be in his 20’s. Surveillance photos of the suspect are attached.
The case number for this incident is 11-226.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Boulder Police Detective Section at 303-441-3330. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or1-800-444-3776. 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.