Family Gathering Place Renovation begins today
Mar 14th
Renovation of the Family Gathering Place, located in the 1200 block of the Pearl Street Mall, has begun. The Family Gathering Place is a popular stop for families while visiting the Mall and is known for its large climbing rocks.
After 34 years of service, the area is being improved to remove deteriorating wood timbers and improve safety and accessibility. Renovation of the area will include adding an ADA-access ramp, replacing surface material, and replacing wood timbers with new, untreated, Ipe hardwood timbers. The existing bridge that was replaced recently will remain.
The renovation process is expected to take approximately 6 to10 weeks (depending upon weather) and has a budget of $150,000 (from the Parks and Recreation Department’s Capital Improvement Project fund).
Access to the area will be restricted throughout construction using perimeter safety fencing. Additional safety measures will be employed as needed when construction equipment is operating in the area.
Every effort will be made to minimize the impact to area businesses and visitors. This work should not require closure of any businesses.
West TSA hearing to be broadcast live on Boulder Channel 8
Mar 14th
The West Trail Study Area public hearing with Boulder City Council that is scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 15, at Boulder High School will be televised live on Boulder Channel 8. It will also be available via webcast. The program will begin at 6 p.m.
The city was not certain whether this service could be made available, as this council meeting is being held off site to accommodate what is expected to be a larger than usual crowd. However, thanks to the work of Channel 8, the City of Boulder Information Technology and Boulder Valley School District staff, this service will be available for people wishing to watch the proceedings from the comfort and convenience of their own homes.
The program may also be aired again at a later date. City Council is scheduled to begin its deliberations about this issue at a meeting on Wednesday, March 30, in Council Chambers.
Boulder Fire Department responds to overnight fire at Arapahoe Avenue duplex
Mar 14th
Twenty-five firefighters from the Boulder Fire Department have been fighting a fire at a duplex at 408 and 410 Arapahoe Avenue. Multiple 911 calls came in to the communication center around 3:12 a.m.
When firefighters arrived, the duplex at 410 Arapahoe was fully involved.
Five adults were inside. Two have been transported to Boulder Community Hospital to be evaluated for smoke inhalation injuries. Another is being flown to University Hospital to be treated for severe burns.
At this time, the fire is out. Firefighters are pulling down ceilings and knocking down walls to make sure there are no hot spots inside and that no smaller fires are continuing to burn in unseen areas.
Investigators are on-scene. The cause of the fire is undetermined at this point, and it’s too early to estimate damages to the building.
