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Louisville Community Update

City of Louisville, Colorado - since 1878

It's your February Community Update! 💘

City of Louisville, Colorado sent this bulletin at 01/30/2026 02:38 PM MST

City of Louisville Monthly Community Update
Snowplow with eyes against a snowy backdrop and a speech bubble that reads "Help! I need a name!"

Help us name Louisville's snowplows!

Louisville, we need your help! Years of winter weather stripped away our snowplows' names, and now they're forced to namelessly wander the streets of Louisville! 

The City has seven (7) snowplows, and we need your help giving them names. Submit your name ideas between January 28–February 23. Our snowplow operators will narrow down the names, and your Youth Advisory Board will vote on the final seven names in early March. Please keep name ideas appropriate and respectful, for all of our community to enjoy. We can't wait to see what you come up with!

Help us out!

February facilities closures

Monday, February 16 (Presidents' Day)
City offices, Police Department building, and Municipal Court closed
Library, and Historical Museum closed
Recreation & Senior Center open regular hours
Coal Creek Golf Course open regular hours

Police Department Dashboard Homescreen.  Icons for navigating the dashboard

Police Department launches monthly statistics dashboard

The Louisville Police Department's monthly statistics dashboard is now live and available to the community! You can explore the dashboard at LouisvilleCO.gov/PDstats.

This interactive dashboard provides information from the previous month and includes maps showing where police activity occurred throughout the city, including:

  • Total calls for service
  • Number of traffic stops
  • Property-related crimes, including burglary, fraud, theft, and criminal trespassing
  • Number of case reports
More info
Older woman holding a box of plants from the Resource Central Garden in a Box program

Open now: Lawn Replacement Interest List

The City of Louisville is partnering with Resource Central to offer low water garden kits to help you cut back on water usage in your yard. Browse the new waterwise Garden In A Box collection today! Join the Interest List to be notified when gardens are available for preorder, and visit ResourceCentral.org/Water to learn more about other programs available to you!

Get on the list
 
2026 arts grants

Louisville Arts Grants: Application deadline Feb. 6

Calling all creatives! The Louisville Cultural Advisory Board provides annual grants to artists and cultural arts organizations serving the Louisville community. Applicants may request up to $2,000 to help fund artistic or cultural events in Louisville. Arts Grants are open to individuals and organizations; you do not need to have nonprofit status to apply.

Apply now
Crowd of people milling about at the Comp Plan Open House held Jan. 28 at The Simon in Louisville

Next steps for Louisville's Comp Plan update

Approximately 200 Louisvillians came out on Jan. 28 to learn more about the draft Louisville Comprehensive Plan update — an effort two years in the works which has been shaped by the input of more than 2,000 Louisville residents! If you missed the Open House, there will be public comment opportunities at Louisville's Planning Commission meeting on Feb. 26 and the Mar. 24 City Council meeting.

Learn more
 
Juniper shrub

New juniper plantings now prohibited in Louisville

As of January 20, new plantings of juniper trees and shrubs are prohibited in Louisville due to high wildfire risks, as these plants are highly flammable and produce intense embers. Existing junipers may be maintained but may not be relocated or replaced with another juniper. This change reflects Louisville’s commitment to proactive wildfire mitigation and community safety.

More info
Colorado designates new enterprise zones

Most of Louisville now in state enterprise zone

As of January 1, 2026, a majority of Louisville is now located within the North Metro Enterprise Zone. This designation makes businesses eligible for state income tax credits and tax exemptions and provides new tools for local government, nonprofits, and even individuals to contribute to economic development goals and projects.

Learn more
 
Buck and the Preacher movie poster

Saddle up for a screening of Buck and the Preacher

Celebrate Black History Month on Feb. 7 with this thrilling 1970s western film! Buck and the Preacher follows the story of a wagon master and a con-man preacher who help recently emancipated Black Americans resist cheap-labor agents in Kansas Territory after the Civil War. The film stars Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, and Ruby Dee.

Get your free ticket(s)

Dental Smiles Storytime

Sunday, February 1 | 3:30–4 p.m.
Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
No registration required


Child

FIBRUARY Fiber Art Exhibit & Opening Reception

Saturday, February 7 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
More info


Posters for February 2026 FIBRUARY Fibert Art Exhibit

Pop-Up Quilting Workshop

Saturday, February 7 | 1:30–3 p.m.
Louisville Historical Museum
1001 Main Street
Registration required


Louisville US 250/CO 150 logo on top of quilted American flag

Seed Swap

Saturday, February 7 | 2–4:30 p.m.
Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
More info


Hand dropping seeds into soil

Film Screening: Buck and the Preacher

Saturday, February 7 | 6–8 p.m.
Louisville Center for the Arts
801 Grant Avenue
Registration required


Buck and the Preacher movie poster

Friday Afternoon Club: An Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition

Adults
Friday, February 13 | 1–2 p.m.

Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
Registration required


A pile of paper ephemera and photographs related to ancestry or genealogy research

World Music Concert: Blessing Bled Chimanga

Friday, February 13 | 6–7:30 p.m.
Louisville Center for the Arts
801 Grant Avenue
Registration required


World Map

Open Space Stargazers: Stargazing is for Lovers

Sunday, February 15 | 6–7:30 p.m.
Aquarius Trailhead
10000 Empire Road
Registration required


An image of the moon in the night sky, over which is superimposed a semitransparent red heart shape

Old Town Skate: Last Day of the Season

Tuesday, February 17
Old Town Skate
824 Front Street
More info


Kids ice skating at Old Town Skate in Louisville

Active Minds: UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Adults
Thursday, February 19 | 7–8 p.m.

Virtual via Zoom
Registration required


Fortified village of Aït Benhaddou in Morocco

Understanding AI with Data Scientist Amy Burkhardt

Adults
Saturday, February 21 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
Registration required


Computer chip-type circuitry with the letters AI in the center

Tween Club: Sew a Dream Pillow

Grades 3–5
Thursday, February 26 | 4–5 p.m.
Louisville Public Library
951 Spruce Street
Registration required


Children sewing small decorative pillows
See the full events calendar at LouisvilleCO.gov

Kids ice skating at Old Town Skate in Louisville

Last day of the season for Old Town Skate is Feb. 17

There's nothing like ice skating in downtown Louisville, but it can't last forever! The final day of the season for Old Town Skate will be Tuesday, February 17. For info, hours, or to buy tickets online, visit SkateLouisville.com.

SkateLouisville.com
 
Children on golf course with instructor

Register now for PGA Jr. Summer Golf Camps

PGA Junior Golf Camps, led by certified PGA of America Professionals, provide a fun, safe, and educational environment for kids to develop their golf skills. Camps take place at Coal Creek Golf Course. These camps fill up fast so reserve your spot now!

Register now
Ute Knowledge: Colorado

Learn about STEM from the perspective of Colorado’s longest inhabitants

The Louisville Historical Museum's “Ute Knowledge” exhibit tells the story of how Ute Indians have used science, technology, engineering and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains. The Ute people have prospered in Colorado through their deep understanding of, and connection to, the landscape and environment. Stop by the Museum between February 10 and April 25 to learn more!

Mark your calendars
 
Louisville sesquisemiquincentennial logo with 1916 photograph of a Louisville parade in background

Stay up to date on all the ways to celebrate the Sesquisemiquincentennial

Yes, that’s a real word! The City of Louisville is joining with state and national partners to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Colorado’s statehood alongside the nation’s 250th birthday in 2026. The City’s Cultural Services Department will be hosting events and special programs over the coming year to commemorate Louisville’s unique history in context of these major milestones.

Learn more
Park shelter

Park shelter reservations open Feb. 2

Sunny days are on the horizon! Park shelter reservations for the 2026 season (May 1–October 31) open February 2 at noon for residents and February 9 at noon for non-residents. You’ll need to reserve at least 7 days in advance. Book online or if you have any questions, contact Marla Olson at (303) 335-4735.

Book online
 
Purple background with various icons atop of which is overlaid the logo of the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC)

PUC seeking feedback about public safety power shutoffs

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission  (PUC) is creating a new set of rules establishing permanent requirements and standards for public safety power shutoffs. PUC staff is currently working to draft these rules and welcomes input from Xcel Energy customers on their experiences with the most recent PSPS events.

Take the survey

Other news

City wins sustainability grants

The City of Louisville recently secured two grants which will help to advance work on the City's sustainability goals. The Colorado Energy Office's Local IMPACT Accelerator Grant program announced on Jan. 29 it would award $340,000 to the City to update its zoning and development rules to support community resilience and reduce emissions by encouraging affordable housing near public transit, creating green spaces, and addressing local climate issues. Big thanks to Louisville's Sustainability and Planning teams for their work on this grant! Additionally, on Jan. 27, Boulder County awarded $40,344 to Louisville to support the work of the City's sustainability coordinator position to implement Louisville's Sustainability Action Plan.

Background of colorful shapes atop which is superimposed the text "Youth Spring Art Show"

Youth Spring Art Show opens March 6

The Louisville Art Association, Louisville Cultural Advisory Board, and Louisville Public Library invite the community to celebrate young creativity at the Youth Spring Art Show! Join us for the Opening Reception on Friday, March 6, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Louisville Public Library, and enjoy artwork created by talented youth artists from our community.

The show is open to artists ages 4–18 who live in Louisville or Superior, attend Louisville/Superior schools, or are family members of Louisville Art Association members. There is no entry fee, and ribbons will be awarded to every participating artist.

The exhibition will be on display March 6–31. Entry forms are due February 27 and can be picked up at the Children’s Desk. Families, friends, and art lovers of all ages are encouraged to attend and support our local young artists.


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