About Town with LaVern Johnson 7/1/21
ABOUT TOWN 7/1/21 #71 for the Lyons Recorder online
Another week gone by, two days of 100 degree weather..whooo; however it now cooler ahhhhh.(Had to have a banket last night!)
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A TRIBUTE TO THE LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM == FROM THE COLORADO STATE SENATE ==
The Lyons Redstone Museum has received a plaque from the General Assembly which hereby
extends heartiest congratulations and commendations to LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM, LYONS COLORADO, for successfully reopening and celebrating its 40th anniversary Having closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the museum was unable to present their 40th anniversary exhibit in the summer of 2020 as originally planned, after marking the occasion in late 2019. The Museum, a cultural touchstone memorializing nearly a century of Lyons history, has reopened to accommodate in-person visits and is displaying its “Forty Years\Forty Artifacts ” exhibit to commemorate the occasion. The Museum is a valuable resource, detailing Lyons’ historical ties to the railroad, their original newspaper, and how the town has evolved and grown throughout the decades. We are glad that its reopening will continue to enable people, both community members and visitors alike, to learn about the rich storied history of Lyons. This tribute is presented on behalf of Senate District 18 and the State of Colorado (On the request of Majority Leader Steve Fenberg, Given this 15th day of June 2021 State Capitol, Denver, Colorado, signed by Leroy M. Garcia, President of the Senate”. )
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Museum visitors last week were from: Berthous, Longmont, Greeley, Estes Park, Boulder, Loveland, Denver, Idaho Springs, Windsor; Centennial; Golden, Colorado Springs, Ft.Lupton, Gunbarrel,Thornton, Ft.Collins, Loveland, Louisville, Denver; Nesquehening, Pa; Pennsurg, Pa; Sparks, Nev; El Dorado Hills, Ca; Wilmington, De; Wyoming, Mi; Kendallville, Ind; Petaluma, Ca; McKinney, Texas; Baldwin, Mo; Harry Edwards and family from Converse, Texas, class of 1969, who came to honor Mickey Hawkins and see the sandstone bench at the Museum, given in Mickey’s honor by the Class of 1969 and other donors. With him was daughter and son and several grandchildren: Alison and Darrel W Edwards, Kendall & Kelton of Hauvbstadt, Ind; Grardo, Monique, Arza and Izaiah Pizarro, of San Antonio Texas; as well as Lyons
(SEE under TID BITS for some photos of visitors)
CAMP: There will be no children’s history camp this summer due to COVID-precautions.
VOLUNTEER needed to file obituaries and other things at the museum; come when you want, for as long as you want, during business hours. Thank you. Call (303) 823-5271, ask for Terri.
LYONS HISTORIC DISTRICT. We have 15 sandstone buildings as a Historic District; the Lyons Redstone Museum (1881 schoolhouse) is the depository of Lyons area history (open daily June 1st, so Stop By). We have good stores and restaurants, churches, and great schools. Although sometimes it is a struggle, we have made it..God Bless Lyons. LET’S REMEMBER THE HISTORY OF LYONS, COLORADO, and be proud of our Home Town!
LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM OPEN – open daily June 1 thru Oct.. 3rd; 9:30am-4:30 (M-S) and 12:30-4:30pm-Sun. Stop by. (Wear masks-social distancing)
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CO-ED SOFTBALL – First game June 30th – continues every Wednesday after that. See ARTICLE with schedule and players.
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BEES: If there is a swarm of Bees on your property or elsewhere, contact 303 823 5984, and ask for Nick. He will come get them, and Save The Bees!
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COVId is still dangerous, but down to 9 cases today in the County. 23.20 per 100,000 people in the last 7 days; making 24,051 total cases in the county; 856-hospitalizations; total deaths 261; 67% of Boulder county on 2nd shot of the vaccine; in Colorado 2,895,281; have received a full course of vaccine in the state, 3,205,586 have received at least one vaccine shot; There are 555,972 total cases in Colorado, with 6971 deaths, total hospitialations-31,491, so still have to be careful (masks are required inside, stay in-social distance,)
COVID shot is about 90% effective, you still have to be leery, wear masks, social distancing still going..Dont Catch it!
For vaccine go to (bit.ly/3nu2ybi); The vaccine will provide county residents over 12 years old.
VACCINE: Also see www.Bouldercounty.gov/COVID19, to make reservations.
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JULY 1st- 6:30pm- First Summer Concert in Park – PLUS PROGRAM:
– Sandstone Park –
==7:15pm-“Welcome” by Mayor Nick Angelo and Town of Lyons;
==Crown Mr\Mrs Good Old Days – Crystal White; and Dave Cosgrove who has been Parks Director for 30 years.
==recognize 2021 High School Graduates whose families are Pioneers (been in the school area 40 years and more-Katlyn Enny (Boone) Tala Moe (French); Monte Pickering (Steele); and Luis Vasquez)
==The Dechen Hawk Band plays – 6:30pm-8:30pm- See you there!
Pastries by Amanda Anderson; and LCF has popcorn and lemonade.
Bring your change. The Lyons Community Foundation passes their “boot” to help fund the Scholarships.
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KAREN’S BEAUTY SHOP in business 25 years – Looking for a space; Thanks, Karen
TRIVIA NIGHT .. Casino..Whiskey.. WEDNESDAY 6PM – PIZZA 66
River is now open for TUBING AND CANOEING
Lyons Chamber had its first SOCIAL June 29th 5:30 p.m. at Pizza Bar 66. It is sponsored by Pizza Bar and Baer Forestry. Social, network, small appetizers, drinks. Pay your dues now; or ask about joining. == They are looking for a new Administrator; Erin is leaving; thanks for your 3 years of good work, Erin!
The Lyons Lions Club are soliciting for players in their annual Golf Tournament to be Monday, August 2nd held at Lake Valley. Contact Lon Clark at Clarks Hardware or Jerry Tabor. The Lions Club raises funds for scholarships and eye glasses. This is their one benefit of the year. (More details in an article this week) SPONSORS wanted! Lots of great prizes!
THINGS TO DO: SUMMER CAMP; Ages 5 thru 5th grade; June 3-Aug 6th, by Pathfinders. Cost $42.00 a day; get registration form, call 823-5925,
July 14 – Tandem Art Show Opening Reception 5:30 pm at the Library and at Town Hall, by Arts Commission. “Sally White King’s Bearable Light” exhibition at the library– “Bringing Outdoors In & COVID-Wrought Creations,” at town hall. The exhibition is open to area artists “of all genres, ages, and abilities” to bring up to 5 ready to hang wall pieces.. to 432 5th Avenue on Friday, July 9 from 5 to 7pm.
The Lyons Volunteers are still in action, helping seniors and others. go to Lyonsvolunteers.org
LYONS NIGHT OUT – August 1st – Mark your calendar.
BOOSTER CLUB =BINGO= see section below “SCHOOL NEWS”
Defined Motion is now accepting new dancers for the summer months.
BEES: If there is a swarm of Bees on your property hanging on a tree or outside, contact 303 823 5984, leave a message, and ask for Nick. He will come get them, and Save The Bees!
Keep your eye out for VANDALISM IN THE PARKS – CALL 303 441 4444 -The sheriff’s dept,-Keep your eye out for VANDALISM IN THE PARKS: The Bohn Park restroom faucets were torn off the other night and the floor covered with soap!! Parents where are you? Where are your kids? What are they doing? Take the license plates of those vandals in the parks, etc. Very heart rendering!
REMEMBER- TOWN: NO PLASTIC BAGS IN RECYCLE BINS – Sort recyclable materials; curbside compost collection now offered; separate bin for clean cardboard.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IN JULY – Lyons Community Church,
ZOOM FITNESS CLASS – 45 MINUTES ON ZOOM- CALL 792 901 4605 ID 792 9014 4651
PONY RIDES are offered on Sundays, 11:45-12:30pm for kids 6 and under call 303 330 8277
The Stone Cup is For Sale..Sam and Mindy Tallent have manned the Cup for 17 years, and are retiring to be with their grandson, and take it easy..
=WANTED= SOMEONE TO WRITE LYONS BOARD NEWS FOR THE LYONSRECORDER.ORG..to go to town board meetings, or on Zoom, and write up same for the Lyons paper. Just the “highlights” of important topics are needed! == Contact lyonsrecorder.editor@gmail.com == Please help me, as I have a hard time hearing it.
We are happy Kathleen Spring is now the Editor of the lyonsrecorder.org, bringing Lyons news to all of Lyons..To send her your news, click on LyonsRecorder.editor@gmail.com to send and to Facebook-Lyons-Recorder ..To read her News, as well as About Town by LaVern–on Thursdays send to lavern921@aol.com.
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RECREATION TEACHERS & TENNIS TEACHERS NEEDED: If you have an idea and skills to teach an outdoor class, contact Lisa Ramsey at lramsey@townoflyons.com for more information. Teachers are needed.
Summer jobs for Parks & Recreation; also Finance Director, and full time Maintenance Full-time and Seasonal
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR: The annual CrapFest and Art Fair will be held at Jacobson’s place at 2139 Apple Valley Road on July 31st. All invited to be a vendor, or to buy “stuff”, etc.
CALL 303 441 4444 -The Sheriff’s Dept, if you notice anything amiss around your home or cars..A few hints can find them..such as a receipt, etc. as “Someone” is still breaking into cars, as well as stealing them & motorcycles. LOCK YOUR CARS, GARAGES, HOUSES, ETC.: Do not get careless..many thieves make their living that way! The Sheriff’s office has asked everyone this happens to to call them. 303 441 4444.
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GREAT READING: == “History of the Lyons and area Sandstone Quarries, with quarrying started in 1859 and still going strong. A great history. A great summary on Lyons Quarries..Thanks Al Pace and co-horts.
Books to read: I am now reading “Ladies Life in the Rocky Mountains” by Isabella Bird of her travels from England, across the United States, up to Estes Park, etc. Each chapter is a letter she wrote to her sister in England
Books to read: “Peak to Peak” by Boulder Historian Sylvia Pettem about the Highway from Estes Park to to Ward were formed,and built..Lots of good history, and read Mountain Memories by Lorna Kowlton-the History of the South St.Vrain-Raymond, Riverside, Allenspark, Wild Basin, and etc. written in 1989..Also Franciza Stein’s book “Chopin thru the Window”; telling of her life in Germany; meeting George; operating the Black Bear Inn, etc.; “History of the Lyons and area Sandstone Quarries” by Al Pace; with quarrying in Lyons started in 1859 and still going strong. Sold first for sidewalks; the rubble crushed for roads; then buildings and monuments, etc. etc. A great history. The Loukonen’s are the oldest quarry company; then Ohline’s; who have been quarrying for years. then Spragues, now Loukonen’s & Vasquez-Blue Mountain Store; Art Ohline, and Buster’s . Lyons sandstone is the hardest and more workable, formed in layers. small and big layers, When you think of where all the sandstone is throughout the world..Chris Jenkins is credited with making the first Stone Cutter and Dub Fitts for various saws and blades to make the rock cut easier and more even. .A great summary on Lyons Quarries..Thanks Al Pace and co-horts.
These books are for sale at the Lyons Redstone Museum, 340 High Street, Lyons. . Plus several booking about the September,2013 flood. 303 823 5271 .Stop by!
MUSEUM BOOKS:The Museum has several books on Lyons history you may be interested in..and call 303 823 5271 =====
MUSEUM BOOKs: $10.00 books are: They Came by Covered Wagon-on the Billings Family; History of E.S. Lyons-(founder of Lyons, Co.) That Summer on Blue Mountain; Graduates of Lyons High School (1925-2020); 1903-1994-Interviews of 3rd Grade; Lyons\Hygiene Cemetery Book by Fran Brackett & Diane Benedict; 1977 Lyons Pictorial Book by Dorothy Paxton; History of Meadow Park; -3- stone quarries & families books:-$15.00 & $25.00. Also 3 DVD’s.
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Call the Lyons Fire Department at anytime… to donate: https://www.lyonsfirefund.org/ — to get an evaluation of your home defense area, contact: info@wildfirepartners.org — Emergency Dispatch: 911 Boulder County Non-Emergency Line: 303-441-4444 Lyons Business phone: (303) 823-6611
Volunteers are welcomed this next week to work in the Rocky Mt. Botanic Gardens. Tuesdays Thursdays, & Sundays, 10-12am. weather permitting.
BEARS ARE BACK, and looking for food, Lock up your trash; and put out just before the Trash man comes by.
WATCH OUT for Rattle Snakes= CORRECTION on phone # *** please text or Call 303-618-0357 to safety get that snake removed and put elsewhere…small donation if possible.
for Dogs: RATTLE SNAKE AVOIDANCE: Training, at Stone Canyon Kennels..see Matt Hughie;
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IN JULY – Lyons Community Church,
Applications are being taken for the Sunset Stampede..to Benefit the St. Vrain Valley School District, Apply at the School
==TOWN DOINGS==
FUN ACTIVITIES IN THE LYONS PARKS THIS SPRING: Call: Lisa Ramsey.
Women’s Mtn Biking, skateboard lessons and camps, Challenger soccer camp; ; Square State Skate’s After school and Saturday Sessions, fun times at Lyons’ New skatepark! summer Kayak Rentals, includes a kayak, paddle, life vest and helmet; Come learn some new tricks. Various days and times. ..for Women’s Bike Mechanics on Wednesdays, Mountain Biking, register at. Go to: Lyons Recreation Department.
CAMPING\PICNICING IN LYONS PARKS – The town will be putting out a press release as to the Parks, picnicking, tubing, kayaking, the cost, and etc. However, call the town during office hours 303 823 8250, or write townoflyons.com, to get the number for Reservations ” America Renew/townoflyons\camping 303 823 6622 The charge is $10.00 per table and $2.00 an hour to park for picnicking. If the park is full, you are encouraged to park outside along the Lyons Depot and Town Hall and walk in, ==or go to Bohn Park-go east to 2nd Avenue, go south across the bridge. Lots of , parking and picnicking there — see this week’s Recorder for more info…
Diversion Day is to encourage residents to divert items from the trash , and will include scrap metal, yard waste, block styrofoam (& hard flat styrofoam), and CHaRM. Boulder County staff will accept items such as paint, stain and motor oil. No trash is accepted.
LYONS DIG DAYS (Dandy Lyons) are held the first Friday of each month-a local group of volunteers working to help keep our parks and our people healthy and pulling weeds. Meet by the zipline in LaVern Johnson Park, on May 7th, June 4th, July 2nd, and Aug. 6th; Bring weeding knife, gloves, cup for coffee; Held outside with social distancing and masks; The day will start with a brief weed ID and directions; then weed a couple of hours, then coffee. All invited.
GO COLORADO has announced that the Town of Lyons has be awarded a grant for $282,003 that will go toward restoring the St. Vrain River corridor. The grant will focus on the river’s Black Bear Hole access point by providing more parking spaces and a new trailhead at 2nd Avenue..Our congratulations!
DOG License: 1st Dog License -$30.00; 2nd Dog and additional dogs each $20.00. You must show proof of your dog’ current rabies vaccination. (Unless you are in the Dog park, you must Leash your Dog) = https://www.townoflyons.com/dog
TOWN ANNUAL REPORT: Look on the town web or pickup one of the 10 copies of the Annual Report, telling the accomplishments of the Town in the Year 2020. Interesting.
2021 RESIDENT PARKING PASS. **REVISED** The parking passes are available to residents of Lyons (Utility billing customers only); one free resident parking pass per household; a second pass may be obtained for $40, and three or more $55.00 each. Golf carts are considered vehicles and the one free parking pass may be used for a golf cart. === NON-Lyons residents may purchase a season parking pass for $80.00 per vehicle. === The parking fee for 2021 is $2 per hour on weekdays and off season weekends, and $3 per hour on peak season weekends. Parking fees must be paid at the kiosks located throughout the park with a receipt to placed on the windshield. Parking fees are enforced daily Sign up for your 2021 resident parking pass online www.townoflyons.com/parkingpass
The Town Garden in a Box– has ended.
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See the JUNE MONTHLY SENIOR Article in Lyons Recorder. Very big and full of good information! A new one comes out the 3rd or 4th week of each month.
The Wednesday Walkers Exercise Group is cancelled. The group will go back to meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays, with walks and exercise in the park. Contact: lramsey@townoflyons.com. Please go at your own pace!
Senior meals furnished by Boulder County Aging for $3.00 can be picked up at the Senior Center, Tuesdays and Thursdays; at 12:15 p.m. Call 303 441 1415 the day ahead. (ages 65 and up)
EVER YOUNG SENIOR FITNESS, with classes to Zoom and offering monthly membership pricing, with unlimited classes, drop-in classes also available; (702)787-5099 — Austin11Boone@gmail.com –Austin lived in Lyons for 30 years; a 3rd generation family)
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COMMISSIONS: You are encouraged to serve on a Board or Commission, which meet once a month as advisory to the Town Board. There are several vacancies. Kathleen Spring keeps the list updated every quarter.
—LEAF—
NEED HELP-FOOD, MEDICAL CARE, LOOK FOR HOUSING, ETC. Check with LEAF; by appointment, or food bank on Wednesdays 3-5pm.
LEAF: Go to Leaf’s website to apply for an Emergency Assistance Grant to help those who are suffering due to COVID-19.
Send your funds to LEAF, Box 234, Lyons 80540; LEAF hands out groceries for over 45 families; helps with rent and doctor bills, clothing, and utilities. Drop off the following items on Wednesday mornings, 9:30am to 2pm. ==LEAF Needs== —NON-FOOD=Paper Products: toilet paper, paper towel, tissues, Laundry Products, Personal hygiene: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, disposable razors —FOOD =Snacks: crackers, cookies, popcorn, etc. Soup, Canned chili, stew,, Flavored rice: pilaf, Mexican, long grain & wild, Spanish, etc. Cereal, Juice boxes, Fruit & applesauce cups, Fruit snacks
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Z TRIP VOUCHER PROGRAM- To help those “in need” of transportation” == NEW DETAILS: z-Trip vouchers are good any day of the week from 5 am to 7 pm. It is a year round program. Each ride must start or end in Lyons. Vouchers are good for travel to/from Boulder and Longmont but not between the two. Check with the Town for details= Lisa at 303 823 6622 x30 Register at lramsey@townoflyons.com
The Town is aware that some people are trying to cheat on the vouchers; don’t ruin it for everybody; be honest.
Lyons Chamber dues are due. Send $100.00 for businesses and $75.00 for non-profits, to the Chamber of Lyons, Co., Box 546 The Chamber is offering a Health Care Program go to admin@lyonschamber.org
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SHOP IN LYONS – DO YOUR SHOPPING AT HOME-HELPS LYONS’ BUSINESSES AND TOWN.
SATURDAYS ARE DECLARED “BUSINESS SATURDAY”
HIRING AT MARIPOSA, STOP BY 303 502 6039
MOJOS OPEN FOR LUNCH SATS.& SUNDAYS
STOP BY- BEAUTIFUL BOUQUETS ON SATURDAYS, AT LYONS FARMETT,E-MAY 8th thru June 8th.
LOOK FOR SILVER JEWELRY BY LEISSA PICKERING IN FRONT OF UNIQUELY LYONS
Stillwater has Duck eggs for sale at $8.00 per dozen..Sara says the yolks have more protein in them than chicken eggs;
MOJOS open for lunch, Sats and Sun. Stop by.
LYONS PREPARED have reflective signage-Contact the Lyons Fire Dept.
Silkhawk has opened at 40l Main, with an Art shop and classes, a place for gathering and workshops. Stop by!
EVER YOUNG SENIOR FITNESS, — see Seniors news section.
SUSHI by Laura Levy-Solace Sushi, at 437 Main, Lyons. Stop By in JULY. = We are doing a partnership with Button Rock Bakery to have them bring in their made-to-order, grab and go sushi
Main Stage Brewing Co by Eric Kean opened May 22 at 450 Main, where The Fork was
The Greenbriar opens on Sundays January 31st for a Brunch (at the Left Hand \36th Junction)
Dave’s Bar-B-Q is featuring smoked wings to go 823 7424
PIZZA 66 open inside . For DELIVERY, call to order; M-F 5:00pm-8:45pm; and Sat & Sun 3:00pm-8:45pm. Stop by.
LYONS DAIRY BAR: – hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches grilled, ice cream; now offers baked goods and candy next door.
Butter LaCreme is open..call 823 6666 for reservations
Stop at Ralphs’s for a big bag of assorted veggies.-$20.00 A bargain.= June 4 is his last day at that site
LYONS SALON & BARBER – now has a shop in downtown Lyons – 970 744 2111
LYONS MANE at the Shopette is open daily; call.
LYONS REGIONAL LIBRARY- now open; Mons & Thurs 10AM-4:00pm; Tues\Wed 12-6:00pm; Sat. 9:00-12:00, 303 823 5165.
YOGA – Saturdays – 9am – yoga online
WESTERN STARS open 10am-6pm, Mons -Thursday, 303 747 3828;
DOG GROOMING 10\20\-28 303 823 6260, Vet Clinic – Make appointment
LAMARIPOSA-Friday Lunch specials – 11am-3:00pm – $10.00-Stop by = They have a new menu – HELP Wanted.
A-LODGE-FORMERLY ASPEN LEAF MOTEL – Open for business. A discount is given to local residents who bring their family and friends
CHILD CARE & EDUCATION BY JACQUE SHANK-303 823 5020
LYONS PHYSICAL THERAPY will also come to your home thru Tele-Health Call 303 823 8813
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ACCUPUNCTURIST is now open for business 303 775 2940 – Julie Smith
KAREN’S HAIR SHOP is now open daily. – back of old hotel.
Willis Horn is operating a cupcake company.. Call him, 303 823 6770
Ian Taylor has the Red and White Food Truck.. he will be parked at the Stone Cup, 4-8pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, and once at Spirit Hounds. You cannot eat at the tables at the Stone Cup; do carry out.
==Please call each business to confirm their current hours and days open==
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LIONS BOOSTER CLUB =BINGO= is held every Sunday 1-3 pm, at Bingo Alley in Longmont. Volunteers are needed, also players. It’s back to full room capacity. == Madison Jennings is Bingo President-303 579 9521; Come join us & help earn much needed funds to support LMSH students. It’s a lot of fun, too! Many positions still need to be filled. Please click on the link to sign up. Remember to click the “Save” button (at the top of the screen) after you click the “Signup” button.
It raises funds to support a variety of extra curricular and academic activities.
Lyons Cheer and Softball – Register now for this fall.
Thanks to the Boys Baseball Coaches: Kale Olson and Daniiel Terao, and team: : Seniors: Ryan Schechter, Rafael Ruiz; Adam Brooke, Caleb Hoffman, Bode Shiver, Sean Stevelinck, Joel Uecker, Dustin Willis. They were rated #13 in the state.
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TOWN BOARD MEETINGS
JUNE 21st BOARD MEETING
The lawsuit between the Town of Lyons and Honeywell for discrepancies in upgrading their wastewater plant== The town contracted for $5.86 million in 2010; has not been settled and may take a couple more months. Lyons is seeking damages for the plant’s construction, operating and financing costs along with other damaged determined at the trial. The town is seeking a jury trial, and estimate the cost around $100,000..
REPORT FROM TRACEY SAUNDERS-Town Flood Recovery\Grants: The c2nd Ave Bridge still on schedule to complete mid to late June
Work on the 4th & Evans Ped Bridge, is at 30% design. The bridge will be 120 feet long and 8 foot wide, It is started this fall and finished in 2022..Grants are from FEMA and Safe Routes to Schools.
Stormwater improvements for Red Hill Gulch (Bohn Park area) at 50% design
Backup power for PW Building and 2 lift stations going through clearance
Town is working to gather data to send to CWCB to determine if a LOMR (Letter of Map Revision) will need to be filed to update floodplain mapping.
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A special meeting on the Summit development was held
Thursday to review several alternatives: Is the town unable to contribute to the project; The town allows additional concessions to the project; The town seeks assistance from others; Pursue other funding to offset the costs; postpones the projects; cancels the project; agrees to sell the property and plans; the town seeks other providers; Former plans were to start on the 47 units by the first of July.
Volunteers of all ages will be needed to pull weeds around Lyons streets. Contact Dave Cosgrove this spring. 823 8250
4.. The town has joined the State for winter tourism, and accepted the a Go-Co grant $282,903 for the 2nd avenue parking, restrooms, work in Bohn Park, and more camping in the LaVern Park; Action to begin soon.
5. New construction is being planned east of Lyons-a 2nd story building for Spirit Hounds and Brewery, a building for Marihuana. The Town approved Spirit Hounds To purchase McInTosh shares for the expansion of their business
6…Every dog has to be licensed & have a rabies shot.
7. The Park & Rec Commission is looking into putting a small dog park , where the small dogs can run and play on their own, have water and a shelter..They need funds for water and shelter. Folks that use the Dog park continually are asked to donate to the cause so it can happen sooner..send donations to Box 49 Lyons,
8: Congratulations to Dave Cosgrove who is celebrating his 20th year of working for the Town of Lyons, first as Recreation director and now head of Public works..Our Congratulations. He has been chosen Mr. Good Old Days for 2021. Thanks. Dave.
9. Chrystal White has been chosen Mrs. Good Old Days for all the various things she has continually done about town. for several years. Thanks Chrystal
10 The Lyons Redstone Museum opened June 1st and be open daily thru Oct. 3rd, going by Social distancing and wearing a mask..Folks are invited to Stop by. Family gatherings are welcome,where visitors can go to another room..Due to COVID the museum was not allowed to open all last summer, new displays have been set up, projects have progressed.
11.. Approved Anderson Consulting Engineers, Inc for Design Services for the Stormwater Improvements Project;
12. $73,000 in “No interest” loans thru the town are still available for businesses.
13. Signed a resolution with Boulder County, and the RTD for the EcoPass Program; .
14. Interested in Solar? Check with the Town of Lyons or go to go to https://ucdenver.zoom.us/j/94586406306
15.: Lyons Garden Club hosted its First Annual Garden Tour entitled “Mountain Blooms” for Sat., June 19th,with a big crowd and beautiful gardens enjoyed by over 100 persons. A great fundraiser.. Very successful.
16, The Lyons Preservation Comm. to preserve the History of the town and its people, meet the 2nd Wed..
1. Progress is being made on the addition to Aspen Lodge for a Bar and Restaurant
2. Eric Kean’s Main Street Brewery, is now brewing, packaging, and sales, in the Old Fork building. A large crowd was present. with beer and food each evening.
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Dedication of the Second Avenue bridge is scheduled for July 7th. Congressmen John Hickenlooper and , Joe LeGuse will be present, . and will open soon with the dedication of the bridge in June. Folks are wanting 2 four-way stops, sidewalks, walking lane, etc. from the Parking lot into the park
The Botanic Garden is open for visitors. Stop by.
17.. The LaVern Johnson Park Concession Stand. is now open with snacks and drinks for sale; emergency items, and kayaks, canoes, etc for rent. .Folk are very appreciative of having the stand open..
18.. Discussed a Community Garden on Town Owned Property by Lyons Community Farm Project, to find out about the borders, the water, orchard trees, amount to pay for the water,-discounted? If a Water tap is available and the cost; , and etc. (which would be located on west of Hwy 7, south of S. Evans Street;)
19. From the flood the Town had 21 shares and have 6 shares left )
20. The flooded house of 401 2nd Avenue, whose building permit has expired was put on the June 21st agenda. The board denied extending the permit, and the owner now has to restore the house according to the new FEMA plans, leaving one-half the house useable. with only one-half of the value will prevail.. The house was flooded in 2013; FEMA stated how much money they would pay to get it liveable; but they could not find a contractor to do the work at that price; At the time, it was declared it was not in the flood plain until the new map, became affective.
21. Owners of the Burlington Hotel own the entire corner and have evicted the businesses, planning on a 40 room hotel.; Harry, Josie’s, and Karen’s are looking for a business site.
22.. Discussed the sale of the town-owned Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant, Town Administrator Simonsen stated she had contacted 4 realtors for their proposal..
23.. Discussed the Lodging Tax being collected by the Town-on-town owned properties.
24.. Passed a resolution awarding the construction for the Lyons Valley River Park Water Quality improvement Project with Ecoresource Solutions, Inc.;
30: Discussion on the Martin property, which was given to the Town by the County. The Parks & Rec Commission have written an agreement they will ask the board to pass.on the use of the Martin property by the town, with low impact on County Road 69E.ssed the legality of the McCain property on the corner of 431 4th Avenue, whether it is zoned commercial, if McCain’s business is legal, etc. (This came about due to the Bridge to be installed to the confluence area) , as a sidewalk and bike path is planned for the west side of 4th Avenue The McCain’s have 30 days to apply for a industrial permit.. Steve McCain stated he could still use the lands if it had a sidewalk on the end end of the land; and uses it only as a parking lot.
——- PENDING: Negotiations by the Town and Ditch Companies for the trail down Hwy 36. The Town agreed to accept the grants available for the matching funds of 12% and 13% on the grants available for the St. Vrain Corridor Regional Trail, going east of McConnell Drive, on past the eastern corridor and meet the Longmont’s Greeway Trail. on Highway 36, which the board passed to accept. Mayor Angelo challenged the staff to find more funds instead of using the funds now budgeted for in-town road work.
——PROJECTS: Redoing the NE corner of 4th and Main includes more businesses on the first floor and adding 7 rental units on the 2nd floor. Progress is being made as the Redstone is moving west to the Green Goo space. Check trail by Cemetery, Historic Preservation Committee to meet with Planning Commission
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Work on the SOUTH ST. VRAIN ROAD #7. is near being finished.
Next Meeting is July 6. It may be in person for the Board,but probably not for the audience.
For past meetings, see Monthly “TOWN BOARD MEETINGS” summary article
LYONS PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
Monday June 14th at 6pm on zoom; Topics are:
LYONS PARKS & RECREATION meet on Monday June 14th at 6pm on zoom; Jacquelyn Farrell spoke on our input for the Comprehensive plan, with projects (such as the dog park and tennis court) as examples of our overall vision. For instance, we can say we’d like to make our town safer for pedestrians, and one example would be to improve sidewalks in old town. She identified 3 big picture themes to think about:
1. Economic Vitality (keeping our tax income sustainable)
2. Regional Trail Connections
3. Fire Mitigation
The Commission is to add our comments or additions which will be voted on in July:
MARTIN ACRES: The Commission passed an Agreement to take to the Board on the Use of the Martin Acres, which includes a right of way for limited use of Road 69E, with parking at Bohn Park, to walk to Martin Acres, where they plan a loop trail and passive recreation..
Other topics were:
a. They announce that Bohn Park Phase 2 is completed, and are having ballgames. (after 8 years, they made it..Lyons kids are finally playing on the Lyons ball fields..Thanks to all!The park hosts are back .
TRASH IN PARKS: Everyone is asked to take a trash bag with you when you go into the Parks and pickup over the busy weekends.
Compliments went to Dave Cosgrove who has been Parks & Rec Director for twenty Years. Our Thanks and Compliments, Dave!;
Volunteers are needed to clean up on Holidays, after the weekends, and all during summer.
There is still vandalism in our beautiful parks; if you see cars driving in the parks in the evening take their licenses; Security cameras are recommended. The last is tearing the handles off the towel, faucets,etc., as well as smearing soap all over.
Pending Topics are: l.Open Space Trail Requests; 2 Use of Martin acres without great impact to County Road 69E; 3. What to do about the Apple Valley plots that now belong to the County-Does Lyons want them?
Lyons-Hall Ranch Connection with improvements on the Highway
Park Operations.
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FOR THE NEW YEAR, donations are important to keep us going. . You are asked to donate to your favorite charity, such as: to the Lyons Redstone Museum, BOX 9, LEAF Box 346, Lyons Community Foundation, Box 546, Lyons PTO, Lyons Middle\Sr PTO; Lyons Fire District, Lyons Garden Club, and more! Your gift to these non-profits makes Lyons a better place to live
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MUSEUM NEWS+THE LYONS REDSTONE MUSEUM
*NEW* OPENING daily June 1 thru Oct.. 3rd; 9:30am-4:30 (M-S) and 12:30-4:30pm-Sun. Stop by.== see article 5/20/21
Closed all last season, we are happy the museum can open with Masks, sanitizer, and social distancing. Thanks to the Museum team, Terri Weir, Monique Sawyer-Long, and look forward to seeing Baiba Lennard, Brianna Hoyt, and Emily Walker.
In 2020, Although the Museum had to stay closed all last season, the Class of 1969 sponsored a sandstone Bench in honor of Mickey Hawkins, at the Museum, honoring the 50 years since his death; and the paving of the driveway with a sandstone Plaque; stating “Driveway by Western Stone and Roberts Landscaping Corp”. besides $8800 from COVID grants that helped us pay our bills. We ask folks to send Dues and Donations to help this year to Box 9, Lyons
==Go to www.LyonsRedstoneMuseum.comfor virtual tours
==Virtual tour of 2019 exhibit “40 Artifacts, 40 Years”
==Lyons Historic District On-line Tour to CLIO -A map attached will guide your drive-by tour with the History of the 15 sandstone buildings that are designated as a Historic District, now on-line.
==YOU WILL ENJOY going to the Lyons Cemetery on-line, telling about many of the oldtimers of Lyons..Very worth your while. https://virmuze.com/m/lyons-redstone-museum/x/stories-from-the-lyons-cemetery/
MUSEUM NEWS+
We will appreciate your support for the museum. Send a check to Lyons Historical Society, P O Box 9, Lyons, CO 80540
Larry Edwards with LaVern Johnson. was in the Army in Viet Nam, about 60 miles from where Mickey Hawkins was. - see above for more details (Photo by Jerry Johnson)
Larry Edwards family, with LaVern Johnson in forefront. He is from Converse TX, and he has a brother, Harry, that lives in Wyoming, and a sister Debbie who lives in Denver that joined him. (Photo by Jerry Johnson)
Iris Bunker (2nd from left) celebrated her 90th birthday with family, and LaVern Johnson (3rd from left).
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Linda England is back to driving. “Linda Rides” Give her a call 823 5461
Gunner King is recovering from eye surgery.
Happy Birthday to his grandmother, Peggy Griffin on her 69th Birthday.
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY TO IRIS BUNKER: who celebrated her 90th birthday at the Morman Church on Saturday, with lots of family and friends present. The Bunkers have lived herd over 40 years ago came to Lyons from Erie. 3 of their children graduated from Lyons High School. (Gregory in 1978-lives in Lyons; Jeffrey-in 1980-lives in Utah, and Holly in 1981-lives in California others live in Utah, Longmont, and California. and had graduated before moving to Lyons. We pay a tribute to Iris, who they say is a “go-getter” in church, school, and the community.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO: Loretta Richmond now of Cache, Kansas; Walter Echohawk, Jeff Kloosterman, Brian Kofford, Cassie Walters, Don Lamb, Rachel Frysig;
MARRIED – Bowie Herman and Sarah Steele- Our congratulations……
RAYLYNN GIOODWIN says farewell to all as she is moving to Hawaii to be a School Counselor She retired after 30 years of teaching in 7 school districts, HS , and adKKK: A History group here in Lyons is looking for information of the Ku Klux Klan being in Lyons in the 1920’s; they have evidence they stayed in Meadow Park, doing drills, etc. Eugenie House, a High Schooler at the time, and friends, peeked over the edge of the park to watch them. the group was well organized in Longmont..If you have heard about them in Lyons drop a line to lavern91@aol.com
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We express Deep Sympathy to the families of those who passed away in the Year 2021:
-Richard Roe; John Tucker; Emma Jeanne Brown, Wallace (Butch) Taylor, Don Schneidegger, Audra Kay (Mercer) Veik, Betty Taylor’s sister, Frannie, in New Jersey; Cherine J. Temple; Nick Lucero; Glen Kleppel; Josh Meckle, Ernest Simkins, Roy Abert Hervey, Phyllis (Pfeifer) Crook
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NOTE: This is an unedited or researched (by staff) social news column by LaVern Johnson, who has been doing this since 1983. You can submit corrections to the LyonsRecorder.Editor@gmail.com or directly to LaVern at lavern921@aol.com
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