Driver dies in crash in Clear Creek Canyon
A man died Feb. 19 when his SUV went off Highway 6 in Clear Creek Canyon, landing in the creek, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
The crash happened about
8 a.m. The driver was driving eastbound on Highway 6 when he slid down a steep embankment into the river, flipping his car upside down. The driver was the only person in the SUV, investigators said.
The identity of the driver who died has not been released.
Golden Civic Foundation distributes $80K in grants
Golden area organizations received more than $80,000 last year from the Golden Civic Foundation. Thirty-one organizations including charitable organizations, service groups and schools received grants. Some of the grants will be used for promoting local events, and buying new computers or equipment.
Money for the grants was raised during the foundation’s annual dinner and auction in November.
In the past 40 years, the foundation has contributed more than $2 million to almost 100 local organizations. For more information, visit www.goldencivicfoundation.org or call 303-278-9697.
Citizen input needed
for pedestrian plan
The Golden City Council is forming its first Walkability Task Force to generate ideas to make the city more inviting to pedestrians.
The purpose of the task force is to identify major walkability barriers in the community and major opportunities for enhancing walkability.
The task force will provide recommendations to the Golden City Council and staff that will make it easier for citizens of all ages to walk for recreation and transportation.
The task force will consist of seven citizens of the City of Golden.
Interested applicants may contact City Clerk Susan Brooks at 303-384-8014 for an application and instructions. Applications must be completed and returned by 5 p.m. March 6 to the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 911 10th St.
Packets to run for Ward 4 available
Ward Four residents interested in running for the Golden City Council can pick up a packet from City Clerk Susan Brooks starting March 3.
Candidates must live in Ward Four and fill out the packet completely before entering the council race.
Election day is Tuesday, April 22. Voters will mail in their vote. The City Clerk’s Office is at City Hall, 911 10th St. Call 303-384-8014 for more information.