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The C.R.E.A.T.E Program: Connecting Residents of Edgewater with Activity, Teamwork, and Engagement

The City of Edgewater is committed to fostering community engagement and well-being through recreational activities, recognizing the importance of making these programs accessible to all. The C.R.E.A.T.E (Connecting Residents of Edgewater with Activity, Teamwork, & Engagement) Program was established to provide financial assistance for residents and students—along with their immediate family members if they are

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City of Edgewater Staff November 7, 2024
Edgewater

Gratitude To You, Edgewater

Edgewater is a special place, and I am so thankful that I have lived here for over 26 years.  I’m also thankful for longtime residents and those that have moved here more recently.   I’m thankful for our vibrant business community, our wonderful volunteers and City Council members and for the great City staff. In my

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Steve Conklin November 7, 2024
Edgewater

Hometown Fest Was a Huge Hit

Thank you to everyone who made Hometown Fest 2024 a huge success! We were thrilled to see so many from our community come out to enjoy the festivities. From the pie-eating contests to the dog costume competition, fantastic live music, and all the fun carnival games, it was a day to remember. A special thanks

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City of Edgewater Staff October 1, 2024
Edgewater

Edgewater Chief of Police Eric Sonstegard to Depart for New Role

Edgewater Chief of Police Eric Sonstegard has accepted a position as an Assistant City Manager for the city of Oxnard, California. Chief Sonstegard, who previously served 26 years with the Oxnard Police Department and retired as Assistant Police Chief in 2022, will officially depart Edgewater on December 6, 2024. Appointed as Chief of Police on

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City of Edgewater Staff October 1, 2024
Edgewater

Shop Edgewater: Small Town, Big Rewards

Edgewater residents and neighbors now have a fantastic way to support small, local restaurants and retail shops through the new Shop Edgewater Open Rewards program powered by Blue Dot and the City of Edgewater. The initiative encourages shopping locally by rewarding customers with cash back on every purchase. How it Works By joining Open Rewards,

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City of Edgewater Staff October 1, 2024
Edgewater

Edgewater Adopts its First Urban Forest Master Plan

Edgewater’s urban forest plays an essential role in the city, providing numerous tangible and intangible benefits to residents, visitors, neighboring communities, and wildlife. As such Edgewater’s newly adopted 2024 Urban Forest Master Plan will play a pivotal role to ensure the protection and growth of the community’s urban forest for years to come.  What trees

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City of Edgewater Staff September 4, 2024
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Edgewater

Celebrating Edgewater: 
Past and Present

September is the month of our annual Hometown Fest where we celebrate all things Edgewater. To celebrate where we are it is good to look back at the history of our little slice of Colorado. Edgewater, Colorado, is a vibrant community with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Originally a lakeside

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City of Edgewater Staff September 4, 2024
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Edgewater

Keeping Your Sidewalks Clear: A Responsibility for All Property Owners

Maintaining clear and safe sidewalks is a crucial responsibility for all property owners within the City of Edgewater. This duty not only ensures the safety and convenience of pedestrians but also enhances the overall aesthetic and functionality of our community spaces. One essential aspect of this responsibility is the proper pruning of tree branches to

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff July 31, 2024
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Edgewater

School is Back in Session

As the dog days of summer slowly recede underneath the beauty of fall leaves, we welcome back our students, teachers, and parents to another school year. While Edgewater is small, we are unique in that we have four (4) school campuses in a city less than 0.8 square miles in size. Our schools are unique

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff July 31, 2024
Edgewater

Edgewater Adopts Urban Forest Master Plan

The city of Edgewater cares about trees.  Surveys conducted in the early phases of the Edgewater Urban Forest Master Plan process revealed that 96 percent of survey respondents strongly agreed that trees were important to them. During their June 4 meeting, the Edgewater City Council unanimously passed a resolution to adopt the master plan.  A

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Zoe Jennings July 3, 2024
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Edgewater

Enhancing Edgewater’s Main Street on 25th Ave.

Edgewater, Colorado, celebrates the opening of the newly revamped 25th Avenue, the city’s vibrant “Main Street.” This project, spearheaded by the Edgewater Redevelopment Authority and the City of Edgewater, aims to transform the historic corridor into a safer, more pedestrian-friendly space while enhancing its charm and functionality for residents and visitors alike. 
Community-Centric Improvements The

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff July 3, 2024
Edgewater

Creating Community One Cup at a Time in Edgewater

Every Friday, Edgewater’s 55 and older crowd gathers to enjoy a strong dose of coffee (or tea!) and insightful conversations with neighbors at the City of Edgewater’s weekly “Coffee and Conversation” event. And on the first Friday of every month, the discussions are extra lively because of the “First Fridays” special guest speaker series.  First

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff July 3, 2024
Edgewater

Edgewater Tracking Air Quality to Benefit Public Health

In Fall 2023, the City of Edgewater partnered with the Jefferson County Public Health department on the Jefferson County Love My Air program (JCLMA), a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant-funded initiative giving local communities the ability to monitor and address their own air quality.  Edgewater hosts three out of ten high-quality, solar-powered, Node S air

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff June 5, 2024
Edgewater

A Letter to Edgewater Residents

Dear Edgewater Community,  During the past year, the City of Edgewater has been made aware of several negative media and social media posts regarding our employees. As an organization, the City of Edgewater is limited to what information can be shared about employees — past or current — due to the privacy of certain personnel

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Dan Maples June 5, 2024
Arts

Edgewater Music Festival Evolves

The annual music festival at Citizen’s Park in Edgewater is back with the same spirit of great live local bands, drinks, food and community connection but with a new name and schedule. The Edgewater Music Festival, formerly the Blues & BBQ Festival for Better Housing, will happen on Saturday June 22 from 2 p.m. to

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Brenda Ritz June 5, 2024
Edgewater

Celebrate Public Service Recognition Week

Public Service Recognition Week, observed annually during the first full week of May, is a time to celebrate and honor the contributions of public servants at all levels of government.  From dedicated civil servants to courageous first responders, public service employees play a vital role in serving their communities and upholding the values of democracy,

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff April 30, 2024
Edgewater

Spring Time in Edgewater

It’s already been a busy spring, with many events, construction work and ever-changing weather.   Thanks, as always, to the great staff that put on the recent Edgewater Spring Clean-Up ‘dumpster day.” While it was a wet and windy day, many took advantage of the opportunity to clean up. Thanks also to those that took advantage

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Steve Conklin April 30, 2024
Community

New Adult Social Club Launches in Edgewater

Edgewater’s 55 and older crowd took over Edgewater Beer Garden on a sunny afternoon on April 11th, filling the restaurant with laughter, lively conversation and hearty welcomes to each newcomer.  Nearly 15 attendees showed up for the very first 55+ Social Club, proving it to be a popular idea. The club is a casual gathering

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Natalie Kerr April 30, 2024
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Edgewater

Interesting Recycling Facts

Recycling information has changed over the years. In the 1980’s and 1990’s we were told to remove the cap from plastic bottles, whereas NOW we are told to leave the cap on. In previous times we crushed the aluminum cans down flat, but now Green For Life (our state recycler) requests that we NOT crush

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Jeanette Papp April 3, 2024
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Edgewater

April 22nd is Earth Day!

Started in 1970, Earth Day is a day designated for celebrating, learning about and taking action to protect nature. Throughout the years, Earth Day has inspired numerous initiatives, from tree planting to beach cleanups to educational campaigns and policy advocacy. It has catalyzed significant changes, such as the creation of environmental protection laws, the promotion

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Wheat Ridge Gazette Staff April 3, 2024
Edgewater

Bimbamba Chocolate Shop Opens in EdgewaterPublic Market

Welcome to Bibamba, the newest addition to Edgewater’s business scene! Founded by Patrick and Mara Tcheunou in 2013, this global chocolate venture has deep roots in both America and Africa. From purchasing farmland in Cameroon’s Center province in 2015 to their first harvest in 2020, Bibamba embodies a farm-to-table ethos. Patrick, a chemical engineer, oversees

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Kalah Hardt March 6, 2024
Edgewater

Spring Events in the City!

Our community is buzzing with excitement about upcoming events and Parks and Recreation Spring programs. These opportunities promise to bring neighbors closer together and make Edgewater an even better place to live.  This is also the perfect time to get involved, either by volunteering your time or by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorship opportunities can be

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Kalah Hardt March 6, 2024
Edgewater

Disability Awareness Month

In Edgewater, Disability Awareness Month holds significant importance in fostering inclusivity and understanding within the community. This dedicated month serves as a reminder to celebrate the diversity and accomplishments of individuals with disabilities. It also aims to raise awareness about the challenges they may face and the importance of creating an inclusive environment for all. 

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Kalah Hardt March 6, 2024
Edgewater

Updates For The First Month Of 2024

I hope 2024 is going well for you so far!  In November 2023, I was honored to be elected Edgewater Mayor, following service on City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission. Along with re-elected Council members Bill Berg and Kali Janda and new members Mercedes Valdez, Joie Iten and John Thomsen, we were sworn

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Steve Conklin January 31, 2024
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