News Bites
Despite dry winter, Boulder Reservoir levels expected to remain normal this summer
By contrast, Union Reservoir recently announced that its swim beach will be limited to wading this season because of low water levels.
Boulder launches diver-led effort to remove invasive plant from reservoir
Boulder staff has launched a new effort at Boulder Reservoir to control invasive Eurasian watermilfoil, with work continuing into the fall.
Boulder moves to create new festival permit as Sundance preparations ramp up
The proposed permit would establish rules for large festivals, temporary signage and food trucks ahead of Sundance’s arrival in Boulder.
Boulder raises Pride flag amid growing fights over LGBTQ rights
Speakers at Boulder’s Pride flag raising warned of growing threats to LGBTQ rights in Colorado and nationwide.
Colorado appeals court weighs challenge to CU South flood mitigation financing
Save South Boulder argues the city’s stormwater fees and CU South bond financing required voter approval under TABOR.
Boulder runners shine at BOLDERBoulder, with locals landing multiple podium spots
Boulder athletes and Boulder-based runners earned several top finishes at Monday’s BOLDERBoulder 10K.
Boulder’s new comprehensive plan heads toward final vote, could allow significantly more housing
Following public feedback, a recommended draft of the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan is now available for public review.
Boulder rejects landmarking push that threatened senior housing project
Boulder City Council declined to pursue landmarking of a 1920s bungalow, clearing path for affordable senior housing development on Arapahoe.
Boulder considers November 2026 ballot measures on vacant home tax, property tax increases and debt for underfunded facilities
Boulder City Council directed staff to poll voters on potential 2026 tax and debt measures tied to a $400 million backlog of aging city facilities.
E-bike crashes in Boulder see sharp increase, but severe crashes are down from pre-pandemic rates
Non-serious crashes in the city involving e-bikes are on the rise, and the rate of severe crashes has decreased over the past five years.