Vote for K9 Rudo

Erie’s own K9 Rudo has been nominated for a chance to win the 2023 K9 Grant – but we need help to get him there. You can help by submitting votes on behalf of Rudo. There are three votes you can submit every day:

1. Vote online DAILY at:  https://www.aftermath.com/2021-southwest-k9-voting/?sre=VzRLLWClxgYrP&
2. Each day, like and comment with the words, 'Erie Police, Erie, and Colorado' on the Facebook post at Aftermath Cares. 
3. Follow and comment with the words, 'Erie Police, Erie, Colorado' on Instagram post at @aftermathk9grant. 

If K9 Rudo wins, the grant will be used towards a vest and other safety-minded police K9 gear. Voting ends on June 5, with winners announced on June 7.

Operation Chill Begins

The Erie Police Department is joining 7-Eleven and hundreds of law enforcement agencies in Operation Chill again this summer! This program offers opportunities for our Erie officers to interact with youngsters and “ticket” them when observed doing good deeds or exhibiting exemplary behavior. 
 
The ticket is a coupon for a FREE small Slurpee beverage at any participating 7-Eleven store! In addition to rewarding good behavior by youth, Erie police officers will look to reward kids for wearing bicycle helmets, participating in community activities and organizations, picking up trash, deterring crime, or observing traffic rules. 
 
 “We are always looking for ways to help our officers build strong relationships with the youth in our community,” said Chief Kimberly Stewart. “Operation Chill makes it fun for us to interact with kids in a positive way.” Though the reasons for being “ticketed” may vary, the result is the same: a FREE Slurpee drink and a smile for our Erie kids. The Erie Police Department hopes everyone can “chill out” and enjoy the summer!

Polish Cultural Event Receives Award

Our exemplary Town staff received the Outstanding Community Project award from the Greeley Weld Senior Foundation for their collaborative effort creating the cultural event which took place earlier this year. Requirements for this award were three statements from program participants regarding the project’s success and a statement explaining how this project impacted our community.

One of many participant statements: "I enjoyed the Polish experience so much. We were treated to a travel experience to Poland without leaving town. The songs and dances of Poland were performed so well by people of all ages and explained by organizer Karina. Additionally, we were informed by displays of maps, Polish pottery and other goods and information, including famous faces of Poland. Polish Pierogies and sausage offered a taste of Polish cuisine which was very much appreciated. I look forward to the possibility to traveling to other land and learning about other cultures in the future." - Judy D.

The Polish Folk Dancers and singers were from the St. Joseph Polish Church. The dancers performed dances from 10 different regions of Poland. All the costumes, shoes, and accessories were handmade from Poland. The Polish cuisine included Pierogies, Kielbasa, and a pastry. The principal of the school provided education on famous people, fun facts, Polish pottery, and Polish traditions.