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Media Release
January 27, 2004
Media Contact:
Rosann Doran
Public Information Officer
303.438.6308
Mayor to host Coffee Chat
Mayor Karen Stuart will host a get-together for residents interested in activities, programs and issues facing Broomfield. It begins at 7 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 13, in the lobby of the City and County Building, 1 DesCombes Dr.
"It's the beginning of Valentine's weekend," the Mayor said, "and I love talking with the wonderful people I represent one-on-one."
"It's an opportunity for me to stay abreast of what residents are thinking about Broomfield and the job we're doing on their behalf," the Mayor added. Coffee and breakfast rolls will be served, and members of the city staff will be present.
Broomfield Master Gardeners plan gardening fair
On Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Broomfield Recycling Center, 225 Commerce St., Broomfield Master Gardeners will host an informational event for area residents.
Learn the best perennials and plants for this area, soil needs, composting tips, choosing the right trees, planting techniques and more!
There will be gardening demonstrations and displays, free brochures, and Master Gardeners from the CSU Cooperative Extension to answer gardening questions.
Wildlife Masters will also be there to offer solutions to urban wildlife issues. For more information, contact Kerrie McCoy at 720-887-2286.
Citizens asked to comment on Planning Study
The 120th Avenue Planning Study is in draft form, and ready for public comment before it is finalized. An open house has been scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. for citizens interested in providing input into the plan.
The open house will include a presentation on the Draft Plan Alternatives, followed by an opportunity for public comment. Location is the Zang’s Spur conference room in the City and County Building, 1 DesCombes Dr.
For further information, contact Teri Malies at 303-438-6399 or Lynn Merwin at 303-438-6381.
'Wildlife Master' classes set for March
Anyone interested in knowing more about urban wildlife may take advantage of the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension’s Wildlife Master Program that convenes in March in Broomfield. The program entails attending classes and a commitment to volunteer in the program after successful completion of the classes.
Applications are now being accepted for the program. The application form may be downloaded by visiting www.ci.broomfield.co.us/hhs/csu . For additional information or to receive an application in the mail, call Kerri at 720-887-2286 between 1 and 5 p.m.
Applications are due Friday, Feb. 13, 2004. Completed applications should be sent to: Wildlife Master Program, Cooperative Extension, City and County of Broomfield, #6 Garden Center, Broomfield, CO 80020. Selected applicants will be notified if they are chosen for the required interview before acceptance into the program.
The 2004 training for the selected volunteers will be Thursday and Friday, March 4 and 5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Sill TerHar community room, 125 Alter Parkway in Broomfield. The cost of the training is $55. Materials are included in this price.
Questions that Wildlife Masters can answer every day are: How do I stop squirrels from chewing my trees? Something is tunneling under my sod. What could it be? How do I prevent raccoons from getting in my trash?
Wildlife Master volunteers share research-based information about wildlife in the urban environment. They provide insight into human-wildlife interactions and help resolve wildlife conflicts that arise.
Volunteers for the program are carefully selected for their willingness to be unbiased and provide the public with research-based options. Training provided to the volunteers draws on the expertise of several agencies including: