Fire Department warns people about thin ice
Golden firefighters are asking people to be extra cautious about going onto the ice of lakes, rivers and creeks or allowing their pets to do so.
A black Labrador retriever ran from her owner Feb. 13 at Lions Park onto the frozen river and dove into a hole in the ice, where she became trapped. The owner called 911, but rescuers were not able to save the dog.
Firefighters said warm weather is melting some of the ice, creating dangerous patches. In some places, they said, the ice is still thick enough to support weight, but a few inches away, a person or pet will break through.
Nominations sought for Sustainability Awards
The Community Sustainability Advisory Board is accepting nominations for the 2011 Sustainability Awards. The awards, given in four categories, recognize students, individuals, groups and businesses that have worked to make Golden a more sustainable city.
Nominations will be accepted through 5 p.m. Thursday, March 31, and can dropped off at City Hall, 911 10th St., or e-mailed to Sustainability Coordinator Theresa Worsham, tworsham@cityofgolden.net. Application forms are available at www.cityofgolden.net/sustainability. For more information about the awards, contact Worsham at 303-384-8117 or by e-mail.
City getting ready for annual tree sale
Residents of Golden will be able to buy small ornamental and shade trees and conifers at cost during the city’s 2011 Tree Sale, March 1 through April 4.
Deciduous trees will cost $45, and will have trunk diameters of about 1.25 inches and will range in height from four to eight feet. The conifers will cost about $50, and will be three to four feet tall. Quantities will be limited to five trees or fewer per order.
Information about the species of trees available, along with photos, is available on the city’s website at www.cityofgolden.net/treesale. Order forms are also available on the website or at the front desk of the Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St. Between March 1 and April 4, Forms can be returned to the community center or faxed to 303-384-8104. The trees will be distributed during the last two weeks of April.
For more information, contact City Forester Dave High at 303-384-8141 or by e-mail at dhigh@cityofgolden.net.
This is a great way to buy small trees at very affordable prices, to be distributed during the second half of April. Learn more and download order forms. The tree sale is for Golden residents only.
Claxton, Kelly to serve on RTD West Corridor Contingency Committee
The City Council appointed Councilwoman Marcia Claxton to represent the council on the RTD Fastracks West Corridor Contingency Committee, which will determine the use of contingency funds that may become available as construction of the project is completed. In addition, the council appointed Dana Kelley to the committee. Four people applied for the appointment.
Pete Coors to give keynote address at awards luncheon
The Rotary Club of Golden’s sixth annual Ethics in Business Awards Luncheon is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 22, at the Denver West Marriott, 1717 Denver West Blvd.
Pete Coors, chairman of Molson Coors Brewing Company and of MillerCoors, will present the keynote address. At the luncheon, cosponsored by the Greater Golden and West chambers of commerce, one for-profit and one not-for-profit organization will each be honored for their dedication and adherence to the highest ethical standards in business. Each will receive a miniature bronze sculpture of Thomas Jefferson created by George Lundeen.
Tickets for the event are $35 and must be purchased in advance. To make a reservation or learn more about the Ethics in Business program, call Brian Quarnstrom at 303-946-1403.