Library parking will restricted to library patrons only
The Golden Library is scheduled for construction work, including a new roof and interior renovations to accomodate the automatic sorting equipment, throughout the summer. Library staff also expect patrons from the Lakewood Library, closed for construction through August, to use the Golden Library, adding to the squeeze on parking. As a result, the library lot will not be available for parking for other purposes, including the Farmer’s Market or creek activities. A guard will be posted on Saturday mornings to keep the spaces in the lot for use by library patrons.
Open houses at Applewood Our House assisted-living home
A family-owned assisted-living home for seniors has opened in Golden at 1365 Yank St. Staff will conduct open houses and tours of the remodeled home 2-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday, May 20-22.
Licensed caregivers will be on hand to talk with families.
Our House was originally a duplex and was transformed into an ADA-compliant assisted living group home where residents will have private, furnished rooms; an on-site beauty salon; raised garden beds to grow their own vegetables; and shared computer access.
For more information about Applewood Our House, visit ApplewoodOurHouse.com or contact Our House Administrator Malou van Eijk at 303-956-9037.
Golden fire ban rescinded
Recent rain and snow have allowed the Golden Fire Department to lift the temporary fire restrictions put into place on April 27 for the City of Golden. This falls in conjunction with the lifting of the fire ban for Jefferson.
Residents are encouraged to still use caution with lighted materials, since the fire danger is always present in our wild land communities.
Naked man arrested after chase through open space
At about 2:10 p.m. May 9, Golden Police responded to the 500 block of Cheyenne St. on a report of a naked adult male walking in the street. When police approached, the male fled west and into the mountains near the northwest corner of the intersection of highways 6, 93 and 58.
Rangers with Jefferson County Open Space assisted in maintaining visual surveillance of the man as he fled through the thick brush and over rocky outcroppings. He eventually stopped running and was safely taken into protective custody. He was transported to a local hospital for minor injuries and evaluation.
Police continue to investigate what occurred to determine whether criminal charges will be made. Until any formal actions are taken, the male’s identity is not being released.