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Barre3 fitness studio planned for Fort Collins’ Old Town North
The application values the proposed interior buildout at $375,270, with plans for reception and community areas, exercise space, laundry, a lounge and storage. Barre3’s website lists childcare, parking and a retail shop among its amenities.
Momento Studio personal-training space planned on West Drake Road
Plans include an open training floor and an accessible shower in the existing restroom. The two filings list $55,000 in job value, and neither permit has been issued.
Free things to do with kids this week: a library opening, a fall festival and fire station storytime
The week also brings hands-on fall snacks and a narwhal activity in Fort Collins, a preschool craft in Estes Park, bookmobile history in Fort Lupton and Friday face painting in Kersey. Every event is free.
Things to do Monday, Sept. 28, in Northern Colorado: a bookmobile-history program, a fall-harvest activity and country-folk music
Several picks are free, including a historical-society talk in Fort Collins. Retro-themed trivia in Loveland and a wood-vase workshop in Estes Park offer evening plans; the workshop has a fee.
Evans cleanup vouchers cost $15 for city trash customers
Buy vouchers in advance at the Community Complex customer service windows weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at the gate on event day. Passenger vehicle tires carry additional disposal fees.
One Weld County restaurant must be inspected again after Sept. 20-26 checks
The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment recorded 17 retail food inspections from Sept. 20-26, 2026: 16 resulted in Pass, one in Re-Inspection Required and none in Closure.
All 21 Larimer County retail food inspections resulted in a Pass Sept. 20-26, 2026
The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment recorded 21 retail food inspections Sept. 20-26, 2026. All 21 resulted in a Pass; none resulted in Re-Inspection Required or Closure.
Greeley starts weed control at 46 stormwater sites
The city will inspect each site and tailor treatment to the weeds found; crews may continue work through year-end because some weeds remain active in fall and early winter. The program covers about 120 acres.
Town of Eaton says it will submit one debt-related ballot issue for Nov. 3 election
The notice lists the emergency reserve as fully funded through 2025, with full funding projected for 2026. Audited statements and any management letters made public and provided to the Town by its auditors for the last four fiscal years, plus the current budget, are available…
Town of Eaton says ballots due by 7 p.m. Nov. 3
The mail election is run by Weld County; voters may return signed ballots by mail or at a 24-hour drop box. Postmarks do not count, and the town advises using a drop box when mailing close to the deadline.
Lane closures planned on Cheesman, Briggs streets Sept. 29-30
The fiber work is expected to wrap by the end of the second day, with traffic open in all directions, the town says. Drivers should follow signs and flaggers and allow extra travel time.
Berthoud Habitat gets $290,000 for 12 affordable homes
The award is expected to support homeownership for households earning 40% to 80% of area median income, according to the announcement. Recipients must meet milestones including zoning, development plans, funding and permits.
WCR 5 lane closures delayed, work expected to finish by mid-October
Crews will work weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Single-lane closures will affect part of the Soaring Heights entrance and exit, but no full road closures are planned and traffic will remain accessible.
Two people remain critical after shooting near I-25, police say
Police say the preliminary investigation suggests the shooting may have been targeted, with no information indicating a direct threat to the community. Investigators seek tips about suspicious activity before midnight, particularly in southbound lanes.
Loveland offers free paint recycling, confidential-paper shredding Saturday
The city says the event runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in The Forge Campus’ northeast parking lot at 815 14th Street SW; enter from Barboura Drive. Check the Events Calendar for accepted items and quantity limits.
Section of Erie alley to close for sewer repair Friday
The emergency repair is expected to take one day. Residents will still be able to reach their homes from the alley; the town asks people to use caution and follow posted signs.
Erie names three town manager finalists, schedules public events
The Meet & Greet is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. Sept. 28 in the Erie Community Center’s Briggs Room, with introductions and small-group chats. Council interviews follow Sept. 29 at Town Hall and will be livestreamed.
Evans council to weigh 2027 budget, road and stormwater projects
The agenda also includes a Water Master Plan contract and a construction contract for the 2026 Mill & Overlay Program. Supporting materials will be available online Oct. 2, and consideration does not guarantee approval, the city says.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners work session with community planning, infrastructure and resources, Sept. 21, 2026
The record of Larimer County Board of County Commissioners's work session with community planning, infrastructure and resources of Sept. 21, 2026: 1 items.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners administrative matters, Sept. 22, 2026
The record of Larimer County Board of County Commissioners's administrative matters of Sept. 22, 2026: 9 items, 1 vote taken.
Poudre School District Board of Education, Sept. 22, 2026
Poudre board renews lobbying contract for at least $51,809.70; Poudre school board opposes Proposition 134 over unfunded costs; PSD to name schools proposed for closure, consolidation, boundary changes Oct. 13.
Poudre board renews lobbying contract for at least $51,809.70
The agreement requires at least one full-time lobbyist to track legislation, communicate with lawmakers and testify when directed. It also covers the district’s position on up to 20 priority bills.
Poudre school board opposes Proposition 134 over unfunded costs
The measure would add district responsibilities for athletic eligibility, including policy, procedure and staff-training changes, without dedicated state funding for administrative, legal or operational implementation costs.
PSD to name schools proposed for closure, consolidation, boundary changes Oct. 13
The school board is scheduled to hear the recommendation without voting that day. A final presentation and vote are set for Oct. 27, with changes scheduled to take effect in 2027-28.
Berthoud Habitat gets $290,000 for 12 affordable homes
The proposed homes would serve buyers earning 40% to 80% of area median income. The award requires milestones including proper zoning, completed development plans, funding and permits.
Johnstown Town Council, Sept. 21, 2026
Johnstown approves town attorney agreement with Williams' developer-reimbursement rate at $325 an hour; Johnstown approves water master plan update contract for up to $326,400.
Johnstown approves water master plan update contract for up to $326,400
The council authorized the town manager to sign. The update is intended to assess demand, supply and treatment capacity and produce a prioritized capital plan; the town applied for federal funding that could cover up to half the cost.
Johnstown approves town attorney agreement with Williams' developer-reimbursement rate at $325 an hour
The agreement bars increases to the firm's legal-services rates for at least two years. Development-application work will be billed separately and may be passed on to applicants under town code or policy.
Estes Park Town Board study session, Sept. 22, 2026
Staff member says Estes Park board favors renewing temporary feather-flag allowance.
Staff member says Estes Park board favors renewing temporary feather-flag allowance
Several board members favored a one-year extension, with one saying it would allow more observation through winter; others favored permanent rules, limits, permits or fees.