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April 2026

Louisville's City Council is considering buying property — tour the building at an open house

City Council members are considering purchasing the 56,054 building and 7.96 acres located at 101 South Taylor Avenue. The $13.25 million purchase price for the property represents a unique opportunity to address multiple existing and future community needs at a cost of $236 per square foot — significantly lower than the cost of new construction. Other cities in the region have recently built new facilities at a cost of approximately $1,000 per square foot.

While this purchase would not require an increase in taxes for Louisville residents, it could require shifting funding from other projects. Before they make a final decision, Council members want to hear from the community and provide residents with opportunities to tour the property. Join us for one of two open houses planned at the property:

• Saturday, April 11 from 9:30–11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, April 22 from 5:30–7:30 p.m.

To learn more about the potential purchase, visit EngageLouisvilleCO.org.

Holiday closures and hours

Sunday, April 5 (Easter)
Louisville Public Library closed
Recreation & Senior Center open regular hours

Schedule your water meter replacement starting later this month

This spring, we're starting our citywide water meter replacement project. The new water meters will improve accuracy, detect water issues early, and help us better plan for Louisville's future water needs.

To replace your meter, we'll need you to schedule an appointment for a technician to access your home or business. City of Louisville water customers will receive a letter later this month with more information on the project and how to schedule your meter replacement. We'll remind you to schedule via email, social media, and door hangers.

Our goal is to make this process as smooth as possible for our customers. The project will continue until every meter has been replaced, so we encourage you to schedule your appointment as soon as scheduling opens. We know it's an inconvenience to have technicians in or outside your home, and our contractor will be working efficiently to ensure as little disruption as possible.

City aligns fire restrictions with Boulder County

On March 24, City Council adopted a resolution to align the City’s fire restrictions with those of Boulder County. Now, when Boulder County implements fire restrictions for the unincorporated area adjacent to Louisville, Louisville will automatically implement the same. This makes it easier for residents and the Louisville Fire Protection District to know which stage of fire restrictions are in place for Louisville and when they are in effect. As a reminder, Louisville — along with the entirety of Boulder County — is currently under stage 1 fire restrictions.

Residents encouraged to keep sprinklers off

Spring has sprung, but it already feels like summer! With this unusually hot weather, the City has gotten a lot of questions about water restrictions. There are currently no mandatory water restrictions in Louisville, but residents are encouraged to observe voluntary water restrictions. You may be inclined to start sprinkler systems early, but we encourage you to hold off — not irrigating now will help preserve Louisville's water supply if dry conditions continue. Plan on programming your sprinkler system to start later in the season (mid-to-late May).

Council set to adopt Wildland Urban Interface ordinance

On April 7, City Council will hold the second and final reading of Ordinance No. 1918, Series 2026, Concerning Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). This ordinance will bring the City into compliance with state rules requiring communities to adopt a WUI code that meets or exceeds the state code developed by the Wildfire Resiliency Code Board.

Wildfire Partners' rebate program open for 2026

If you're a homeowner or renter in Boulder County, you may be eligible for a rebate of up to $500 for completing one or more of six specific wildfire mitigation tasks. The application deadline for the 2026 rebate program is 5 p.m. on October 8, 2026, and all work must be completed and claims submitted before 5 p.m. on October 29, 2026.

Louisville, we're building you a new City website, but we need your help!

We're building a new City website from the ground up, based on modern standards and with the goal of making the information easier to find for everyone. But we can't do it without you! If you can spare 5–10 minutes, please complete this quick exercise. Your participation will help us learn more about how our users look for information and allow us to optimize how content is organized on the new website. The exercise closes April 6.

History Happy Hour: Working on the Johnson-Eisenhower Tunnel

Hear about the story of Karall Heimann when she worked as the only female welder on the Johnson-Eisenhower Tunnel in the 1970s! Karall was an employee of an electrical company that installed lighting in the Johnson-Eisenhower Tunnel and was one of only three women who worked on the project. Sit back and enjoy a drink and snack at Relish Food Hall and hear all about the experiences of this fascinating tradeswoman!

Front Range Passenger Rail Town Halls

Join Commuting Solutions and Front Range Passenger Rail District for the Northwest Metro Region Front Range Passenger Rail Town Hall series! Learn more about Front Range Passenger Rail and Joint Service, ask questions, and share your input.

Three meeting dates are available for northwest metro region community members:

• April 8, 2026, at Longmont Museum and Cultural Center from 6–7:30 p.m.
• April 15, 2026, at East Boulder Recreation Center from 6–7:30 p.m.
• April 29, 2026, at Westminster City Hall from 6–7:30 p.m.

Visit the Commuting Solutions Front Range Passenger Rail site for more details.

Pop-up Quilting Workshop

Join the Louisville Historical Museum on Wednesday, April 22 for another pop-up quilting workshop! Hone your hand-stitching skills and come chat with folks gathered around a quilting frame. Harken back to the days before sewing machines and learn about hand-quilting stitches and styles with a community of quilters and history lovers!

Legendary Ladies

The Louisville Historical Museum presents a special evening with the Legendary Ladies. The Legendary Ladies are a group of historical performers who will whisk you away back in time to learn about famous women with connections to Colorado and the West. Learn all about their colorful and accomplished lives at this sesquisemiquin-centennial celebration event!

Stay informed with the Louisville Public Library

Stay in the know and see the world from every angle. Whether you're scanning the headlines in The New York Times, flipping through USA Today, or diving into local stories with The Denver Post, there's always something new to discover. Want to go deeper? Explore a wide range of opinions and thought-provoking insights with the Points of View Reference Center, where every side of the story gets a voice.

Street Faire announces 2026 concert lineup

Mark your calendars! The 2026 Louisville Street Faire summer lineup has launched, and we couldn't be more excited! The magic begins Friday, June 12, at the Steinbaugh Pavilion in Downtown Louisville. Whether you come for the blues, a little rock, or some small-town community vibes, we've got a Friday night with your name on it! Visit the Street Faire website to see the full lineup.

2026 Louisville Hard to Recycle Voucher

Have you claimed your Hard to Recycle Voucher? If you have not, vouchers are still available for Louisville residents. 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).

Harper Lake boat permits available now

Permits are sold online from April 1 through September 30. Motorless boating on Harper Lake is allowed beginning on May 1 each year. Boat permits are only valid for use in the current calendar year. Paddleboards are not permitted. Visit the City website for more information or to purchase your boat permit.

Other news

Available Now! 2026 Resource Central Programs

Dread your summer water bill? Tired of mowing your lawn? Join the City of Louisville and conservation nonprofit Resource Central as we make waterwise landscaping the new norm in Colorado. With free sprinkler evaluations, discounted turf removal, low-water garden kits, and free waterwise gardening seminars, Resource Central provides you with the tools you need to create a waterwise oasis in your yard.

Louisville Commercial Sustainability Rebate

The City of Louisville Commercial Sustainability Rebate (CSR) program is now available for all Louisville businesses. This rebate program is designed to support business-led investments in waste reduction, energy efficiency, decarbonization, water conservation, and circular economy initiatives while ensuring fairness, administrative efficiency, and measurable environmental outcomes. Proposed projects will be reviewed with a lens enhancing sustainability, preventing or diverting waste, and increasing environmental stewardship. Learn more and apply now.

Louisville and Lafayette join forces to celebrate Earth Day, Every Day

Join us to celebrate Earth Day, Every Day at the second joint Earth Day, Every Day — a free, family-friendly outdoor event presented by the Cities of Louisville and Lafayette! Join us for live music, hands-on activities, eco-exhibitors, food trucks, a sustainable makers market, and fun for all ages. Learn simple ways to protect the planet while enjoying a day outside with the community.

Saturday, May 2 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
105 West Baseline Road, Lafayette
(Parking lot at Bob L. Burger Recreation Center)