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Hello Lakewood! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What did a judge say about Lakewood's secret zoning meeting?
  • See which volunteer roles are available right now in Lakewood.

Also on today's calendar: Lakewood Business Association Monthly Meeting - Timely Updates & Networking and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 60 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Very warm with clouds and sun, temps: high: 85, low: 58.
  • Wednesday: Nice and warm with sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Judge: Lakewood City Council's announcement of executive session violated open meetings law (newsbreak.com) — A Jefferson County judge ruled that Lakewood City Council violated Colorado's open meetings law by not clearly describing a 2024 executive session tied to its zoning dispute with Colorado Christian University. While the decision doesn't force release of any recording, it confirms the council fell short on transparency and entitles Lakewood resident Lenore Herskovitz to recover legal costs, reinforcing residents' rights to better notice on closed-door discussions.
   

• Volunteer Opportunities Directory (colorado.gov) — Lakewood residents can browse a statewide volunteer directory that specifically lists Lakewood's civic government alongside dozens of service, animal welfare, senior, and environmental organizations across Colorado. The searchable table and linked application form make it easier to find local or regional opportunities that match your interests, from Craig Hospital in Lakewood to county, city, and statewide programs needing volunteers now.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • ATTN: TRUCK DRIVERS - Many of us don't give any thought to all the things you do to ensure the safety of the other vehicles, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians you encounter while doing your jobs.
    You have a tremendous responsibility on your shoulders when you are behind the wheel! A few of you recently acknowledged this and explained a little… (Nextdoor Pheasant Creek at the Bear)
  • Looks like a smart year to keep your jack-o'-lanterns inside until Halloween night.
    CO Parks and Wildlife notes that bears can sniff out a food source from up to five miles away, and these porch pumpkins are pulling them right into… (Nextdoor Jefferson Gardens)

🗞 Nearby News

Wheat Ridge

  • Wheat Ridge considers new ordinance setting rules for businesses sharing outdoor dining and drinking spaces (denver7.com)
  • Pomona football grabs key Class 3A Foothills win and hands Conifer its first loss (maxpreps.com)

Morrison

  • Fontaines D.C. Announce 2027 North American Tour + Share New Single (liveinlimbo.com)

Golden

  • 1941 Mt Zion DriveGolden, CO, US (mansionglobal.com)
  • Making Way for Commercial Development (goldentoday.com)
  • New 'Great Colorado Route' links 13 fourteeners, 3 national parks and desert to alpine in one 2,000-mile hiking loop (9news.com)

Ok Lakewood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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