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Mental health and human services grants awarded to 24 non-profits serving Lafayette residents

This program is made possible by a 0.1% sales and use tax approved by Lafayette voters in 2021.

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CDOT seeking community input on CO 7 Corridor Segment B Project

The CO 7 Corridor Segment B 63rd Street to US 287 focuses on a 5.5-mile segment of CO 7 which is located in Boulder County, east of the City of Boulder, and a portion in the City of Lafayette. This project aims to improve safety, enhance transit options, ...

US Hwy 287: Vision Zero Safety and Mobility Study

The final phase of the US 287 Vision Zero Safety & Mobility Study is underway, and you’re invited to complete a short survey to review recommendations included in the Study’s draft report and to help identify possible next...

City Council vacancy appointment process

Nov. 17 update:Congratulations to newly appointed City Councilor Saul Tapia Vega!

City Council vacancy process

Due to the unexpected passing of Councilor Tonya Briggs, the Lafayette City Council will be reviewing applications to interview and appoint a repl...

Xeriscape project to begin on E. South Boulder Road medians

Mobilization will begin on Nov. 20 to replace bluegrass turf in two street medians located along E. South Boulder Road, east of Public Road. The goal of this project is to reduce turf and maximize water savings. Grass planted in medians requires both main...

State Hwy 7 & 119th Street intersection improvement project

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Republic Services fall/leaves curbside clean-up on Nov. 11 and 18

The City's Three Cart Program through Republic Services offers weekly compost collection, making it easy and convenient to place leaves and other fall yard waste into compost carts. 

Republic Services also provides a program twice a year ...

Coal Creek Bank Repair and Trail Realignment

Lafayette Open Space is working with Mile High Flood Control District to address severe erosion along Coal Creek, just west of Public Road Trailhead. Beginning on Nov. 14, construction crews will be on-site to stabilize the bankside and realign a small se...

The Great Bark Dog Park named a best dog park

The Great Bark Dog Park has proudly clinched the runner-up position in The Colorado Sun’s prestigious “Best of 2023” awards for the Denver metro region. This recognition comes following an enthusiastic vote by readers across the state earlier this year.

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Lafayette City Administrator finalists announced

The Lafayette City Council is pleased to announce four finalists for the position of City Administrator

City of Lafayette Poet Laureate application is open

The Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department is seeking applications for the next Poet Laureate for the City of Lafayette.  The Lafayette Poet Laureate is an honorary position whose role is to promote the literary arts and literacy with...

City of Lafayette Councilmember Tonya Briggs passes away

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Lafayette Councilor Tonya Briggs, who passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 16, 2023, in Lafayette, Colorado. Tonya was a beloved member of our community, and her absence will be deeply felt by all w...

New phone booth art installation on Public Road

Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) and community partners are unveiling six special art projects around the area – including one in Lafayette. These interactive installations narrate the COVID-19 journey, emphasizing hope and the importance of vaccines. ...

The City of Lafayette initiates major water conservation efforts at seven facilities

The City of Lafayette is set to embark on significant changes aimed at reducing outdoor water consumption across seven municipal facilities. These transformative efforts will prioritize sustainability and water conservation.

In 2023, the City initiated the...

City of Lafayette receives 2023 Award for Excellence in Environmental Education

The City of
Lafayette has been proudly awarded the esteemed 2023 Award for Excellence inEnvironmental Education by the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education
(CAEE), recognizing its exceptional environmental education efforts, includingthe La...

Lafayette Announces 2023 Small Business Capital Grants

The City of Lafayette is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 Small Business Capital Grants program to support and retain small businesses in Lafayette. The Small Business Capital Grants program offers small business owners the opportunity to secure...

Learn about the Lafayette Co-Responder Program

Police officers pair with behavioral health specialists to respond to calls involving mental health, substance use, or other types of crises

Spanish language access initiatives | Iniciativas de acceso lingüístico

The City of Lafayette is committed to building and supporting an inclusive, engaged, and well-informed community. We’re pleased to announce a number of new initiatives to meet the needs of Lafayette’s Spanish-speaking community and to provide opportunitie...

South Boulder Road Multimodal Improvement Project

This project will enhance safety and multimodal travel for all users along the corridor from the Saratoga/South Boulder Road intersection to 120th St.

Ride Free Lafayette

There’s a new way to get around the City of Lafayette, and it’s free to use!

Boulder County Transit is now offering Ride Free Lafayette, a free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service that connects people to places within the City of Lafay...

Sign up for utility eBilling

Electronic billing, or eBilling, allows customers to receive utility bills from the City quickly and more securely, and avoids hassles and delays associated with paper bills and mail delivery. The City's online system also provides customers the ...

Website accessibility tool

We're working to ensure all community members, including people with disabilities, are able to access City information and have a positive user experience.