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Boulder County commissioners approve $653 million 2024 budget amid controversial public health cuts

Boulder County commissioners approved the 2024 budget on Tuesday, totaling $653 million The budget includes additional spending on pay for public employees, electric vehicle purchases, expenses related to the 2024 presidential election, an affordable housing program and additional financial support for two homeless shelters, including the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless. Much of the discussion […]

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Boulder considers design changes to $40 million Goose Creek flood mitigation plan amid resident opposition

As a project to take 500 homes out of the floodplain moves forward, some community members, focused on preserving wildlife and trees along a stretch of creek, continue to oppose the project. Meanwhile, others, keen on immediate flood protection, feel their voices are getting lost in the ongoing discussion.

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Boulder Public Library plans new cafe launch after closure of Indigenous-inspired Tonantzin Casa de Café

After the closure of Tonantzin Casa de Café, the main library branch is set to open a new cafe funded by the Boulder Public Library District. The move follows challenges with foot traffic post-pandemic.

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RTD’s EcoPass program: A powerful tool to shift away from cars, but participation in Boulder drops

A recent survey shows that more commuters into Boulder are choosing to drive instead of taking the bus compared to previous years. One reason is fewer workers have access to RTD’s EcoPass, one of the city’s most effective solutions to promote bus use. The city is now working on incentives to encourage more businesses to sign up for the program.

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Boulder modular home factory lawsuit dismissed; Judge cites school district’s ‘sovereign status,’ clearing path for construction

The group of residents sued the Boulder City Council, the City of Boulder and the school district, alleging that the underlying zoning rules prohibit the operation of the factory. But the judge ruled that the local zoning rules do not apply in part because the city is partnering with the Boulder Valley School District, which has a “sovereign status” that overrides certain local zoning laws.

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Boulder County dealt setback in Supreme Court ruling on oil and gas leases, but finds silver lining for climate goals

Boulder County sought to terminate two of its oil and gas leases on county property dating back to the 1980s. The county has a long history of fighting against oil and gas drilling.

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This year’s season of feasting coincides with ‘historic’ food insecurity in Boulder County

Boulder County organizations that provide food and other services to low-income families are reporting higher-than-normal demand this year. This highlights a rising need for food and financial assistance in one of the wealthiest counties in the state. 

Here are some organizations providing food and financial assistance that accept donations.

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