May is Cleanup and Drop-off Month

Between May 1 and May 31, the Front Range Landfill will accept one free load of large household items, tree limbs, or yard waste per household. Registration is required. Certain exclusions apply. The Town will also host an event for metal and electronics recycling (items not accepted at the landfill). On May 1 only, visit the Service Center at 150 Bonnell Avenue from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. with no appointment needed. For details, registration, and a list of accepted items, visit www.erieco.gov/CleanUp.

Residents Urged to Reduce Water Usage

Despite the heavy snow that hit the front range in March, mountain snowpack is still below average in some areas, and streamflow levels are expected to be low-to-average in the upcoming season. We are joining all water customers in the North Metro in identifying ways to save water now to help prevent drought restrictions and maintain water supply throughout the summer. The North Metro Water Suppliers, including the Town of Erie, crafted standard recommendations to help customers reduce water use, save money, and protect future water supplies. Learn more in the news release.

Monitor Water Usage

In a recent training exercise, utility billing staff noticed an unusual spike in water usage at an Erie household. Staff contacted the resident, who shared that they had been away for an extended time. It turns out the entire basement had flooded! We share this story to offer some of the resources and assistance the Town provides so that you may monitor your water usage:

• Sign up for a free Slow the Flow irrigation consultation at www.erieco.gov/SlowtheFlow.
• Replace old, leaking, or broken water equipment with new water-efficient equipment and receive rebates on your water bill. Get started at www.erieco.gov/WaterRebates.
• Check for leaks both inside and outside of your home. If the home is already equipped with a smart meter, be sure to download the EyeOnWater App to monitor usage and be alerted to leaks. More information is available at www.erieco.gov/EyeOnWater.

Revitalization Grants

The Town of Erie Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that the Urban Renewal Authority has designated funds towards the second round of Revitalization Incentive Grants. Commercial property owners and businesses within the urban renewal area may qualify for a matching grant to improve their external appearance and reduce blight in two categories: historic building improvements and business siting and expansion. The deadline to apply is May 7. To view the criteria, and guidelines visit www.erieco.gov/BusinessGrants.

Summer Program Guide Now Available

The Erie Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Program Guide is now available. Check out the fun summer offerings such as our Family Health and Fitness Day (page 12), Nutrition Consultations (page 23), Summer Camps (page 31), and more. Registration for May programs opens to Erie residents on Monday, April 12 at 7 a.m. 

Police Annual Report

The Erie Police Department is pleased to share the 2020 Annual Report. Learn about Erie's crime statistics, arrests, accomplishments, community programs, and more at www.erieco.gov/PDAnnualReport.

High Definition Programming

The Town is going high definition with a newly implemented franchise agreement with Comcast. The Government Comcast channel 8 is still offered in standard definition, but residents may now enjoy high definition on Comcast channel 881. To learn more about programming provided by the Town, visit www.erieco.gov/programming.

Safe Digging Month

As part of National Safe Digging Month, Colorado 811 encourages homeowners to take these steps when planning a digging project this spring:

• Always contact 811 at least three business days before digging, regardless of the property's depth or homeowner's familiarity.
• Plan ahead. Submit your request on a Monday or Tuesday for work planned for an upcoming weekend.
• Consider moving the location of your project if it is near utility line-markings.
• If a contractor has been hired, confirm that the contractor has contacted 811. Don't allow work to begin if the lines aren't marked.
• Visit www.co811.org for more information.