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May 2026

We're replacing every water meter in Louisville

Starting in June, the City will be working with DB Utility on a water meter replacement project. New smart meters will improve accuracy, detect water issues early, and help us better plan for Louisville's future water needs. Every water meter in the City will be replaced, and we need your help to ensure your replacement is smooth, easy, and on your schedule.

All water customers will need to make an appointment for a technician to replace your water meter. Why not get ahead of the game? Schedule your appointment now.

What to expect:

• Meter Access Needed: Our crews will need clear and safe access to your water meter. Please ensure pets are secured and any obstructions are removed before your scheduled appointment. Most water meters are located inside your home or in your front yard. NOTE: If you live in the Marshall Fire rebuild area, your meter is
  in your front yard. Most other customers have meters inside their home.
  
  
• Service Interruption: There will be a short disruption to your water service during the meter replacement. We’ll do our best to keep this as brief as possible.
  
  
• Homeowner Presence Required: A homeowner (or business owner) or adult (18+) must be present at the time of the appointment.

Holiday closures and hours

Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day)
City offices closed
Police & Municipal Court Building closed
Louisville Public Library closed
Recreation & Senior Center open 7 a.m.–5 p.m.

Memory Square Outdoor Pool opening on Friday, May 22

Ready. Set. Swim! Memory Square Outdoor Pool officially opens for the summer on Friday, May 22. Join us for open swim, lap swimming, and water aerobics. The schedule can be found online at LouisvilleCO.gov/OutdoorPool.

Council adopts utility rate adjustments

At their April 28 meeting, the Louisville City Council adopted adjustments to utility rates for 2026, including increases of 10% for water, 18% for wastewater, and 13% for stormwater. These rate adjustments go into effect on May 1, 2026.

Water update: Voluntary restrictions remain in place

We've gotten some rain, and we're definitely hoping for more, but we are still in a drought, y'all! Voluntary drought restrictions are in place, and we're asking you to conserve water where you can. Keep waiting to turn on sprinkler systems and hand water your trees as needed. Check out our water restrictions page for the most up-to-date information.

Is that e-Bike actually an e-Motorcycle?

School's almost out for summer, and with that comes a rise in kids on e-Bikes in our community. Do you know whether or not your child's e-bike is legal? Any electric bicycle/scooter over 750 watts is NOT a classified e-bike, and requires a driver's license, insurance, and registration. Learn the difference between Class 1, 2, & 3 E-Bikes, and what counts as a motorcycle.

Save the Date: Touch-A-Truck returns May 30

Join us for a day of hands-on fun on Saturday, May 30! Touch-A-Truck is a family-friendly event where kids and adults can explore a variety of vehicles, meet the people who operate them, and enjoy an up-close look at the trucks, equipment, and tools that keep our community moving. We will also be hosting a food drive with Community Food Share, so please bring a few dry goods/shelf-stable items directly to their truck at the event. Parking is limited, so please walk, ride, skate or scooter to the event if possible!

Call for entries: Fourth annual Bee City Art Contest

As part of our ongoing Bee City initiative to raise awareness about pollinators and pesticide-free landscapes, we invite local students in grades K–8 to submit original artwork celebrating pollinators, native plants, and Earth Day themes. Winners receive Sweet Cow certificates, and their work will be featured in a City Council slideshow. All entries will be displayed at the Louisville Public Library throughout the summer. Entries are due by Wednesday, May 13 at the Louisville Public Library or participating schools.

Arbor Day in Louisville: Growing our urban forest together

Louisville celebrated Arbor Day this year with a community planting event at the Arboretum, bringing residents, staff, and special guests together to invest in the future of our urban forest. Our Forestry team played a key role in planning and preparing the site — pre-digging planting holes, organizing logistics, assisting participants with proper tree planting, and ensuring the Arboretum was clean and ready for the event.

In total, six evergreen trees and two oak trees were added to the Arboretum, enhancing both its beauty and long-term ecological value. Even as snow began to move in that afternoon, our Forestry team stayed to complete the plantings and ensure the job was done right. We invite the community to stop by the Arboretum, take a walk, and enjoy these new additions as they grow alongside Louisville’s commitment to stewardship and sustainability!

Louisville parks receive 2026 Starburst Award

Louisville's Enclave and Sunflower Parks have been named 2026 Starburst Award winners by the Colorado Lottery, a statewide recognition for outstanding use of Lottery funds in community and conservation projects. A huge thank you to Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) for investing in our community and funding park rebuilds supporting our recovery, resilience, and everyday recreation.

Enhanced Traffic Safety Initiative

The Louisville Police Department is launching a citywide traffic safety campaign in response to community concerns, combining education with increased enforcement from April through September. Funded through state and federal programs, the effort will focus on key issues like speeding, seat belt use, and unsafe driving behaviors, with a stronger officer presence in high-incident areas.

Be mindful about lawn and garden chemicals

Lawn and garden chemicals often end up in nearby streams, harming aquatic life and causing excessive algae growth. Consider locally sourced compost instead of store-bought fertilizers and try alternative pest management techniques instead of pesticides to combat plant diseases, pests, and weeds. See this Lawn and Garden Water Protection Guide to learn more.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month

It's been a dry, warm winter and fire risk is expected to increase as we move into the summer. This wildfire awareness month, we encourage you to take action, and learn about how Louisville is taking action, to prepare for wildfires. Check out our latest Disaster Preparedness newsletter to learn more. And don't forget to sign up for BOCO Alert!

A new restaurant has arrived at Coal Creek Golf Course

The Turn at Coal Creek is now open at Coal Creek Golf Course, serving golfers, neighbors, and visitors. Operated by Chris Rubeck of Ruby Ru’s in Lafayette, the restaurant is open daily for food and drinks. Visit CoalCreekGolf.com/Restaurant to learn more and view current menu offerings.

Don't forget to sign up for Summer Reading Challenge

Discover the Louisville Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge, a dynamic program designed to engage readers of all ages! Earn prizes by reading daily, participate in programs that spark creativity, and support your community with our annual Local Business Scavenger Hunt. Registration opens on May 22.

Other news

Boulder County seeks community input on draft transit vision

Did you know that an estimated 7.6 million public transit trips are taken in Boulder County each year? Boulder County is developing its first countywide Transit Plan, Linking Boulder County. The county is seeking community input on the draft plan via an online survey. The survey is open through May 31.

Have you claimed your Hard to Recycle Voucher?

The City has launched the Hard-to-Recycle Voucher Program, expanding our partnership with Eco-Cycle to make recycling difficult items easier and more accessible than ever. If you are a Louisville resident and have yet not claimed your voucher, sign up today. For those that have signed up for one, you have until December 31, 2026, to use your voucher. This voucher is a one-time use, $25 voucher for 2026 to Louisville residents to help cover the cost of recycling hard-to-recycle items at Eco-Cycle CHaRM (6400 Arapahoe Road, Boulder). Learn more at LouisvilleCO.gov/HTRVoucher.

May at the Recreation & Senior Center

The summer Recreation & Senior Center catalog is here and registration is underway. Check out the Center's May newsletter for what is happening this month including fitness classes, youth and college pass sales, and more.

Be waterwise with Resource Central water conservation programs

Replace your grass lawn with a yard that’s beautiful, waterwise, and built to thrive. Resource Central’s Lawn Removal team takes care of removing and hauling away that thirsty turf so you don’t have to lift a finger. Thanks to support from the City of Louisville, your project could cost only $1 per sq ft, up to 425 sq ft. Learn more at Resource Central.

Library Storytime is going Summer Mode

Storytime looks a little different this summer! From May 18 through July, the Louisville Public Library will be offering a modified Storytime schedule to make room for all the fun of the Summer Reading Challenge. Check the Library's website calendar for dates and times. We'd love to see you there!

May is Older Americans Month

Seniors 60+ are invited to celebrate Older Americans Month with us on May 13 at the Recreation & Senior Center! The 2026 Older Americans Month theme is "Champion Your Health," encouraging older adults to take an active role in their health management, access preventive care, and make informed decisions to maintain independence. Enjoy lunch, plus a special performance by CU’s a cappella group, the Buffoons. Please register by 1:30 p.m. on May 12 to ensure we order enough food. Suggested donation for those 60+ is $4.75. For those under 60, the fee is $17.50.

Power Ahead

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Volunteers clean up trash on Earth Day

A group of volunteers from Umoja Biopharma here in Louisville picked up 15 bags worth of trash on Dillon Road on Earth Day. The City lent volunteers neon vests, trash bags, and gloves, and collected the trash bags. Did you know that the City will provide support to anyone who wants to clean up our streets, anytime, not just on Earth Day? Reach out to PWorks@LouisvilleCO.gov to organize a cleanup. Thank you to the Umoja Biopharma volunteers for your hard work!