Visit Estes Park’s slower-season push raises shop owner’s concerns
Research will guide the shoulder-season marketing plan. A separate Sundance effort includes plans for a complimentary shuttle, pop-up activities and offers from local businesses.
Loveland City Council study session, Oct. 27, 2026
Loveland staff propose public hearings for larger data centers.
Loveland staff propose public hearings for larger data centers
Facilities under 10 megawatts without industrial cooling would remain eligible for by-right approval, while larger or industrial-cooled projects would face tighter zoning and public review. Utilities discussions are scheduled for Dec. 8.
Greeley City Council work session, Oct. 27, 2026
Greeley delays museum board review, backs three others; Greeley’s current General Fund projection $200,000 below 2026 budget.
Greeley’s current General Fund projection $200,000 below 2026 budget
Across all city funds, the review projects $13 million above budget, largely from development-related revenue, while sales and severance taxes are forecast below budget. It lists $4.8 million in stabilization reserves.
Greeley delays museum board review, backs three others
The review is due back in November before the board’s year-end reauthorization deadline. Ordinance readings and a public hearing could follow in November and December, depending on the board.
Things to do Wednesday, Oct. 28, in Northern Colorado: Eagles vs. Checkers, CSU women’s basketball and a playground ribbon-cutting
Fort Collins has a hands-on pumpkin ravioli workshop, while Beetlejuice-themed bingo features prizes and cold brews in Estes Park. In Firestone, participants make hats for cancer patients.
Berthoud says ballots may be returned to drop box through 7 p.m. Nov. 3
The town says completed ballots can be left behind the community library. It also says a local high school student designed an “I Voted” sticker for voters.
Weld County commissioners to consider County Road 53 closure
The board meets Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at 9 a.m.; the agenda lists no location. A bid for the County Roads 31 and 74 roundabout project is also on the consent agenda.
Man taken into custody after weapons call near LaSalle
Deputies say they developed probable cause to arrest him on suspicion of attempted murder, aggravated robbery and felony menacing, among other offenses. The investigation is ongoing.
Greeley Water and Sewer Board, Oct. 21, 2026
Greeley raises Amrize water lease to 32 acre-feet a year; Greeley renews reservoir caretaker lease starting at $5,000 yearly; Greeley working on 175 planned lead and copper replacements.
Greeley raises Amrize water lease to 32 acre-feet a year
The lease costs $1,475 per acre-foot, with annual increases tied to the consumer price index. Its initial term runs through 2028, followed by two five-year renewal terms.
Greeley prepares pipeline work as $8.6 million grant reaches state
The city plans to prepare procurement and federal grant paperwork by year-end, select a contractor and order long-lead materials. Construction could begin around May 2027.
Greeley renews reservoir caretaker lease starting at $5,000 yearly
The 10-year agreement covers continued use of city-owned structures on 2.44 acres. Rent increases after five years to $5,250 or more, depending on the Consumer Price Index.
Staff expect Greeley’s $50 million wastewater upgrades to finish in November 2027
The plant has continued operating during construction. The work adds backup power, new pumps that bring wastewater in and side-stream treatment processes addressing phosphorus and nitrogen.
Greeley working on 175 planned lead and copper replacements
Phase 4 replacements are expected to finish by the end of the year. Final potholing is also expected to wrap up then, with any replacements identified in that phase planned for 2027; the loan-financed project totals $14 million.
Windsor Town Board, Oct. 26, 2026
Windsor advances ban on new billboards, pole and roof signs; Windsor backs 176-unit affordable housing goal staff call unattainable; Windsor advances Hollister Lake district with 50-mill tax cap subject to adjustment; 1 consent item adopted.
Windsor backs 176-unit affordable housing goal staff call unattainable
The resolution directs the town manager or a designee to file the Proposition 123 commitment before Nov. 1, keeping the town eligible for housing, transportation and energy funding during the next three-year cycle.
Windsor advances Hollister Lake district with 50-mill tax cap subject to adjustment
The district’s combined property-tax rate could not exceed 50 mills, subject to adjustment for specified changes in assessed valuation or tax credits, cuts or abatements after Jan. 1, 2015; a 40-mill debt levy would leave no more than 10 mills for operations and maintenance.
Windsor advances ban on new billboards, pole and roof signs
Staff said a second reading was set for Nov. 9, with final adoption and implementation expected in December. Existing legal nonconforming signs could remain, but could not become more nonconforming.
Estes Park completes 90% code draft; board decision tentatively set for Jan. 26
Residents can review the draft, chapter materials and engagement summaries, and submit comments through the town’s Development Code Update webpage. A Planning Commission discussion is tentatively set for Nov. 17, followed by meetings in December.
Fort Lupton advises voters to vote in person or return ballots to an official drop box before 7 p.m. Nov. 3
The city says mailing is no longer an option. The Weld County voter center at Aims Community College offers registration, replacement ballots, drop-off and in-person voting.
Loveland Planning Commission, Oct. 26, 2026
Loveland planners approve letter planning Nov. 9 housing-code hearing; Loveland commission backs flood maps, rules to preserve insurance access.
Loveland commission backs flood maps, rules to preserve insurance access
The city must update its code by Nov. 27 to avoid suspension from the National Flood Insurance Program, which could block coverage and federally backed loans in mapped hazard areas. The proposal also requires permits for some irrigation-ditch maintenance.
Loveland planners approve letter planning Nov. 9 housing-code hearing
The revised letter no longer asks the council to return the amendments for another commission review. The council has not set a date for a second reading.
Weld County Board of County Commissioners, Oct. 26, 2026
Weld County advances liquor, dance license and fee revisions; County Road 53 closure approved; County amends cistern permit rules; Weld County revises right-of-way permit rules; 33 consent items adopted.
Weld County advances liquor, dance license and fee revisions
A work session is scheduled before the second reading to address remaining administrative matters. The changes would amend county rules for licenses, permits and revenue.
Windsor Town Board work session, Oct. 26, 2026
Windsor utility proposal would add $11.63 monthly for 4,000-gallon households.
Windsor utility proposal would add $11.63 monthly for 4,000-gallon households
The proposal also maps annual water and sewer rate increases through 2036, higher connection fees for new hookups and $1 yearly stormwater increases, alongside major wastewater-treatment costs.
Greeley council to discuss third-quarter financial update
The work session is Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1001 11th Avenue. The council is also scheduled to take up the 2026 triennial review for the Human Relations Commission, Judicial Review Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Museum Advisory Board.