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Proactive Testing at Bemis Public Library Finds Meth Contamination
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 Recent findings of methamphetamine contamination in the Boulder and Englewood libraries led the City of Littleton facilities staff to proactively test the bathrooms and ventilation systems at Bemis Public Library. While no evidence of drug paraphernalia or use of drugs was observed by library staff, the testing was performed out of an abundance of caution.
The findings indicate elevated levels of methamphetamine contamination requiring professional decontamination in the main floor women’s and men’s bathroom exhaust fans, and in the lower-level gender-neutral bathroom. As a result, Bemis Public Library will close immediately while testing is conducted throughout the entire building and mitigation is conducted in the contaminated areas.
“The safety of our employees and library patrons is our first priority,” said Littleton City Manager Jim Becklenberg. “According to our partners at Arapahoe County Public Health, health risks to the public are considered low but we want to make sure our building is as safe as can be before we reopen it,” he added.
The city will be working with experts experienced in testing and cleanup, and with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment as well as Arapahoe County Public Health, which will provide guidance through remediation and cleaning.
Click here for more information about remediation efforts at Bemis Public Library.
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Sign Up for Littleton Police Citizen Academy
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 Want to learn more about the inner workings of the Littleton Police Department? Submit an application for the Littleton Police Citizen Academy! The academy is a series of classes covering the who, what, why, and how of police work. Each topic is taught by Littleton police officers or staff, each an expert in their field. Some classes include practical exercises, including the opportunity to ride along with an officer or spend time in the communications center.
This year’s session starts Thursday, March 9. Applications are due by Friday, February 24.
Click here for more information about the Littleton Police Citizen Academy, or to apply.
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Schlachter Appointed to Leadership Position with Metro Mayors Group
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 Littleton Mayor Kyle Schlachter was appointed last week to the Executive Committee of the Metro Mayors Caucus. Founded in 1993, the Metro Mayors Caucus (Caucus) is a nationally recognized membership organization for mayors in the Denver region. The Caucus is a unique forum that fosters personal relationships and uses dialogue to identify common purposes, challenges, and solutions that benefit both the region and member municipalities. The Caucus is comprised of 39 municipalities in the Denver area and known throughout the United States as key in promoting the region’s nationally recognized culture of collaboration.
“My appointment to the Executive Committee gives Littleton residents an even greater voice in the positions the Caucus considers,” Schlachter said. “It’s consensus-based decision-making practice is key to its success and is a model I fully embrace. Thanks to former Littleton Mayor Susan Thornton, a founding member of the Caucus. I'd also like to thank Littleton voters who supported a four-year term for mayor that makes participating in committees like this possible because there is ample time left in a term to serve,” he added.
The nine-member Executive Committee meets at least six times a year to plan the Caucus meetings and agendas, recommend policy positions for consideration and adoption, represent the Caucus at outside meetings and to visitors interested in its model of regionalism, and serve as spokespersons on Caucus policy.
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Sign up for Economic Forecast Breakfast January 27
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Business leaders and public officials are invited to attend the South Metro Denver Chamber’s 2023 Economic Forecast Breakfast January 27. The annual event features a panel discussion regarding economic forces that will shape businesses in Colorado and beyond in the coming year.
When: 7 to 9 a.m., Friday, January 27
Where: Marriott South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Click here for more information about the Economic Forecast Breakfast.
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Nature’s Blueprints Opening Reception February 2
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The Littleton Museum will host an opening reception for its new exhibit, “Nature’s Blueprints: Biomimicry in Art and Design.”
Artist Christopher Warren’s body of work explores nature through 3D topographic map sculptures.
Ages 21 and up. Admission is free and no RSVPs are required.
When: 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, February 2. Exhibit dates February 2 to March 15.
Click here for more information about the opening reception of Nature’s Blueprints.
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Apply for City Boards and Commissions by January 31
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Time is drawing short to apply for a greater role in city decision-making! The Littleton City Council invites residents to apply for vacancies on the city's authorities, boards, and commissions. Service on a city board helps ensure that city council hears the voices of many citizens as it considers future policies and programs.
There are 13 citizen committees that meet monthly unless indicated otherwise, including two new committees in 2023, the Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) and the Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee (CISTC).
The ESC will advise city council on Littleton’s environmental stewardship goals, including waste diversion, air quality, and conservation of energy and natural resources.
The CISTC is an advisory committee that provides input to city council on the use of revenues generated as a result of 2021 Ballot Measure 3A.
The application deadline is Tuesday, January 31 at 5 p.m. Interviews will be scheduled in February. Terms will begin April 1.
Click here to learn more about Littleton's boards and commissions, or to apply.
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South Platte Renew Lands Water Cleanup Grant
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South Platte Renew’s phosphorous removal pilot project team, left to right: Jamie Safulko, deputy director of engineering; Anna Schroeder, engineering supervisor; Erin Sandos, environmental engineer, and Dan Delaughter, data and regulatory programs manager.
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South Platte Renew (SPR), the wastewater treatment plant serving Littleton, Englewood, and the surrounding area will improve its water treatment process this year thanks to a federal grant.
Starting in 2023, SPR will meet more stringent state requirements for phosphorous removal before releasing water back to the South Platte River. SPR will enact a new chemical phosphorous removal process thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Bureau of Reclamation.
The new process will allow SPR to reduce chemical usage, optimize chemical costs, and improve process resiliency and efficiency. SPR will utilize existing infrastructure to pilot this additional treatment process.
Click here for more information about South Platte Renew.
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Littleton Embarks on Redistricting Process
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Littleton’s four city council districts will undergo a redistricting process in 2023, on the heels of the 2020 United States Census. Redistricting is a process to change the boundaries of council districts to ensure they represent equally proportionate populations, as required by law following a Census.
The city clerk’s office, in conjunction with the election commission, geographic information specialists, and communications staff will collaborate on the redistricting process for completion in advance of the 2023 November election.
The Littleton Election Commission will make all final determinations on district structure. City council will be engaged throughout the process to help ensure the effort is transparent and engages as much of the community as possible.
The community will be asked to provide feedback on proposed redistricting changes through a multi-faceted engagement effort with physical map locations where people can provide written feedback, virtual engagement opportunities, and an open house with the election commission and staff.
Following formal adoption of the new districts in June, a public outreach campaign will inform citizens of the boundary line changes. Targeted outreach will notify all addresses that experienced a change in district. The city clerk’s office will notify the county clerks of any changed boundaries to ensure accurate ballot distribution based on council seats eligible in 2023.
The new districts will be in effect for the November 7 municipal election.
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This week's featured jobs:
Police Officer (Lateral or POST Certified)
The Littleton Police Department has an opportunity for a qualified lateral or POST certified candidate. The Littleton Police Department is a CALEA accredited law enforcement agency that is proud of its highly trained officers and staff for consistently achieving full accreditation.
Code Compliance Officer (all levels)
The City of Littleton has opportunities for two Code Compliance positions to enhance and preserve the health, safety and welfare of neighborhoods and business districts through education, guidance, and enforcement of city codes. This includes responding to and investigating reports of non-compliance with city ordinances.
Arborist I or II
The Arborist performs skilled tree work primarily with rope and saddle on city-owned trees under the guidance of the Lead Arborist. The ideal candidate will have a love of trees and a deep knowledge of tree biology. Self-described tree nerds will do well in this role.
Housing Policy Analyst
The City of Littleton has a unique opportunity for a housing policy analyst to help plan, develop, and implement housing projects, policies, and programs that contribute to the Envision Littleton 2040 Housing and Neighborhoods goals, policies, and actions. The Housing Policy Analyst helps direct and coordinate the city’s unique housing and community policy research and recommends appropriate policy actions to the Assistant City Manager.
Visit the City of Littleton careers page to view all current job openings.
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