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Inside Arvada is the City of Arvada’s official podcast where we bring you conversations with the people who make Arvada a thriving community. Hear stories about the past, present and future of Arvada through the lens of the City team members who help make it all happen. Explore the complex topics impacting our community and dig in to conversations about parks and sustainability, development, transportation, water resources and more.
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Send a text Katie Groke and Monica Bowser from Apex Park and Recreation District join us to talk about the various facilities and programs offered by Apex. They explain how Apex and the City of Arvada often work together, and how our two organizations also serve separate roles for the community. Included in this episode: All about Apex Park and Recreation District, including funding, district boundaries and leadershipWhat services the City provides (parks, trails and outdoor recre...
Send a text Learn how Arvada residents can save on outdoor water use and costs with three programs from Resource Central: Garden In A Box, Lawn Replacement, and free Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluations. Rachel Staats shares timelines, discounts, DIY tips, and why fall planting is a great option in Colorado. In this episode: How the City's partnership funds resident discounts on Resource Central outdoor water conservation programsGarden In A Box kits, plant-by-number designs, and pollinator be...
Send a text Deputy City Manager Allison Scheck joins us to talk through why the City has decided not to move forward with the underpass for the W 72nd project, how the decision was made, and what comes next for the corridor. In this episode: Project cost escalation, delays, and bond funding explainedOptions considered for completing the projectWhat's next for the project corridor in 2026 and for the long termMore information, including FAQs and a recording of the Feb. 2 open house...
Send a text We team up with the Engage Jeffco podcast to explain the similarities, differences and partnerships between the City of Arvada and Jefferson County. Johnny Hart and Carly Moore from Jefferson County Public Affairs help explain who runs what, who pays for it, and how the City and the County collaborate on roads, human services, and more. In this episode: Jefferson County leadership (Board of County Commissioners and other elected officials)Arvada City Council structure ...
Send a text Events Assistant Layla Diaz joins the show to break down the Arvada Festivals Commission's event lineup for 2026! Included in this episode: Arvada Winterfest on Saturday, Feb. 28 in Olde Town Volunteer with the Arvada Festivals Commission Arvada Kite Festival on Sunday, April 12 at Stenger Sports ComplexHistory of the Arvada Kite Festival videoArvada Summerfest on Saturday, June 6 at Ralston Park Addition Movies Around Town on Friday evenings July throug...
Send a text Arvada’s Utility Business Manager, Chris Gray, talks through 2026 annual water, wastewater, and stormwater rate changes and how the City prioritizes projects that keep these services reliable 24/7, 365. In this episode: 2026 rates and fees for water, sewer, stormwater servicesWhat a typical household can expect in 2026, and how Arvada rates compare to our neighborsUnderstanding funding sources, and the enterprise model, not taxes, that fund the operational and capital ...
Send a text Jean Gordon from Visit Arvada shares everything you need to know about celebrating the holidays in Arvada. From the Old Town tree lighting to Santa Saturdays and markets across the city, we map the best ways to celebrate and support local. In this episode: Understanding the role of Visit Arvada as a tourism arm and city-funded partnerWhy sales tax from holiday spending supports City services (spend local!)The Old Town tree lighting and Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29The 2...
Send a text Arvada's Housing Manager and Housing Authority Director Carrie Espinosa explains how their work provides a variety of affordable housing support services including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to support local non-profits and critical home repairs for low-income residents. Other topics include: Understanding the Arvada Housing AuthorityExplaining affordable and workforce housingOverview of Arvada's Housing Needs Assessment and 2024 Housing Strate...
Send a text Friend of the show Chase Amos from the Arvada Police Department joins us to unpack the rise of illegal toy vehicles in Arvada. Chase helps clarify what can ride on streets, trails, and parks, and what cannot. We break down e‑bike classes, scooters, Low Speed Electric Vehicles, and why many mini motorcycles and pocket bikes aren’t street legal. Please visit Arvada PD's E-Bikes and Unique Vehicles webpage for more information on which types of vehicles and devices are allowed and no...
Send a text Learn about Arvada’s 2025 election with Jefferson County Clerk Amanda Gonzalez, including who and what is on the ballot and how Colorado’s voting system works. 2025 election info 3 City Council seats up for election (view the Council Districts map)Ballot measure 3G to remove the judge residency requirementJefferson County elections website, including drop box and voting center locationsAdams County elections website, including drop box and voting center locationsTrack your ballot ...
Send a text Jim Greer, Arvada's Construction & Inspection Supervisor, talks about the municipal inspection process and how his team works to protect critical city infrastructure. The team of 10 inspectors partners with contractors and developers, ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently. Episode highlights: The team focuses on everything underground up to the surface (e.g., water and sewer lines, electrical cable, streets, sidewalks)Inspectors work proactively to ident...
Send a text This September, in honor of National Preparedness Month, we’re doing a two-part series with our partners at Arvada Fire. Part 2 focuses on Arvada's Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) with Arvada Fire's Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, Chris Warren, and the City of Arvada’s Emergency Manager, Brian Wilkerson. In case you missed it, you can go back and listen to Part 1 of the series, Arvada Fire 101, with Fire Marshal Steven Parker. During Part 2, Arvada's emergency mana...
Send a text This September, in honor of National Preparedness Month, we’re launching a two-part series with our partners at Arvada Fire. The first episode, Arvada Fire 101, features Fire Marshal Steven Parker. The second episode, which will come out Sept. 17, brings together Arvada Fire’s Wildfire Mitigation Specialist Chris Warren and the City of Arvada’s Emergency Manager Brian Wilkerson to discuss the Community Wildfire Protection Plan and what it means for our community In this epis...
Send a text Aislinn Droski, Arvada's bicycle and pedestrian coordinator, shares insights on the City's micromobility program that has facilitated over 130,000 rides since launching in 2021. The program has evolved from a pilot to becoming a permanent transportation option connecting residents to transit, commercial centers, and other services. Micromobility includes devices like e-scooters, e-bikes, and seated "gliders" that provide transportation options for shorter tripsLime is currently Ar...
Send a text Arvada City Forester Ian MacDonald discusses the alarming spread of Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) throughout the city and what residents need to know to protect their ash trees. This invasive pest has accelerated from small isolated areas to citywide presence, with MacDonald warning that we're now entering the steep part of the mortality curve where tree loss happens rapidly. In this episode: Emerald Ash Borer has spread from the Homestead Park neighborhood in southeast Arvada (first ...
Send a text Judge Kathryn Kurtz discusses Arvada's Municipal Court and the value of balancing community safety with support for the individual. In this episode: Arvada's Municipal Court handles 7,500-8,000 cases yearly including traffic violations, ordinance violations, code enforcement, and animal control issuesA ballot measure is being considered to remove the residency requirement for judgesThe One Small Step Court program offers specialized support for individuals experiencing homel...
Send a text In honor of Park and Recreation Month in Arvada, Parks Manager Steve Gustafson joins us to share his lifelong passion for parks maintenance and the complexities of managing the city's vast outdoor spaces. In this episode: Overview of the Arvada Parks Department, which maintains over 200 sites across 4,200 acres with 56 full-time employeesThe collaborative relationship and distinctions between Arvada Parks and Apex Park and Recreation DistrictHow Arvada Parks are funded with half c...
Send a text Don Wick talks about his 30-year journey of serving the Arvada community, from starting out as an entry-level police officer in 1985 to recently becoming the new city manager. Don explains how all of his previous experience – Police Chief, Public Works Director, and Deputy City Manager – has prepared him to step into his new role leading the city. In this episode: How the city manager is responsible for executing City Council's Strategic PlanHow the Ralston Road Bond P...
Send a text Utilities Engineering Manager, Mary Stahl discusses some of the public improvement projects happening throughout Arvada to replace aging water and sewer systems. Much of Arvada's underground utilities were installed in the 1960s-70s and now, 50-60 years later, they need to be replaced to maintain public health and prevent service disruptions. In this episode: Sheridan sewer line replacementTennyson sewer line replacementIndiana Street water line projectSierra Vista water line repl...
Send a text Get ready for the City's new summer kickoff celebration, Arvada Summerfest, with Special Events and Public Arts Manager Adelle Burton. Summerfest is a brand new event sponsored by the Arvada Festivals Commission on Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ralston Park Addition (64th Ave. and Quail St. just north of Arvada West High School). The free event is both family- and pet-friendly. Adelle shares with us what to expect at Summerfest, including a beer garden, fr...
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