Boulder County applies for 5-Star Certification Program

If approved, the 5-Star program would allow Boulder County businesses to accelerate and expand their reopening by implementing safety measures beyond what is required by public health orders.

COVID-19 vaccine supply remains limited

Boulder County Public Health has information about where and how eligible residents, aged 70 and above and moderate-risk health providers can receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

What is City Council working on? Jan. 19 meeting recap

Stay engaged and keep informed of the issues your Lafayette elected officials are working on by following the City Council Meeting Recap.

Resolve to get involved and stay informed

Stay informed about important City news, City Council activities, new developments, special events, and more with our News Flash. Sign up by Feb. 15 and be entered to win $50 Lafayette Chamber Bucks.

State-funded small business COVID-19 grant relief program

Select types of eligible small businesses can apply for a new grant program that is offered by Boulder County and funded by the State of Colorado. Apply by Friday, Jan. 29.

January Lafayette Connection newsletter

The Lafayette Connection newsletter, encourages residents to Be a Part of It and engage in information about Community Life, Healthy Lifestyles, and Sustainable Living in Lafayette.

Regular features inform readers about important and exciting things happen...

Designated curbside pickup zones

Support Lafayette local businesses by ordering curbside pickup. We now offer designated curbside pickup parking spots in Old Town Lafayette with 10-minute public parking spots.

Arts in Community Grants available

Lafayette’s Cultural Arts Commission (LCAC) is pleased to announce that the 2021 Arts in Community Grant application is available! LCAC invites applications from Lafayette artists and cultural arts organizations and groups.   Artists an...

County moves to Level Orange on state COVID-19 Dial

Residents invited to sign up to be notified when COVID-19 vaccine is available for their group.

New utility rates effective Jan. 1, 2021

New utility rates effective Jan. 1, 2021

As part of the 2021 budget process, City Council approved a 5% increase for monthly Water Reclamation Service Fees which will result in an approximate increase of $1.40/month for typical single family customers. &am...

Lafayette 2020 year in review video

Take a look at the City's 2020 successes by viewing our annual video production. Acompáñenme a repasar los éxitos que obtuvimos en 2020 viendo nuestra producción de vídeo anual.

$200,000 in grant funding for local artists and arts organizations.

Lafayette announces $200,000 in grant funding for local artists and arts organizations. 

The Lafayette Arts and Cultural Resources Department is now accepting online applications from arts related nonprofits and individual artists for Coronavirus ...

Public Art Grants available

Lafayette’s Public Art Committee (PAC) is pleased to announce that the 2021 Public Art Grant application is available! PAC supports engaging art projects in our public spaces and this grant is for community members, groups, or organizations to c...

Lafayette Farmers Market

The Lafayette Farmers Market now operates year round and will continue to serve the community of Lafayette for a weekly Thursday pickup. Order a farm fresh box with seasonal favorites and new add-ons available each week.

Weekly virtual COVID-19 updates

Boulder County Public Health will host a weekly COVID-19 update every Wednesday at 3:30pm that includes the latest pandemic information and an opportunity for residents to ask questions.

Lafayette awards over $464,000 in second small business grant program

In October, the City, in collaboration with the Lafayette Urban Renewal Authority (LURA), launched a second round of COVID-19 small business sustainment grants. The Small Business Sustainment Grant Program is intended to provide short-term bridge funding ...

Community Message from Fritz Sprague Lafayette City Administrator

Dear Fellow Lafayette Residents, 

I hope this message finds you all safe, sound, and healthy.

It’s hard to believe November is already here. While 2020 seems to be a blur, there have been many times this year I have felt it will never end...

What do you think of the 2020 refreshed website design?

The City would like to hear your input on the new website design refresh. Complete our survey to share your thoughts.

Follow the progress of the Legacy Lafayette Comprehensive Plan

(leer en español)

A new Comprehensive Plan for Lafayette has been developing since Spring of 2019. Residents have expressed an aspiration to remain a unique place to live and to have the ability to maintain their future lives here as they move through life...

Sigue el progreso del Plan Comprehensivo “Legacy Lafayette”

(Read in English)

Sigue el progreso del Plan Comprehensivo “Legacy Lafayette” Un Nuevo Plan Comprehensivo (Integral) para Lafayette se ha estado desarrollando desde la primavera de 2019. Los residentes han expresado la aspiraci...

Rise in new COVID-19 cases moves Boulder County to more restrictive level

El aumento en Casos Nuevos de COVID-19 mueve a el Condado de Boulder a un nivel más restrictivo.

City Council adopts the 2021 Budget

While the unprecedented local and national events of 2020 have caused many challenges and operational constraints throughout the year, Lafayette’s cautious spending, diversity of revenue, and blend of businesses within the City have provided a level of fi...

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 Lafayette. Ride Free Lafa...

Notice of security breach for City of Lafayette residents, employees, and customers

NOTICE OF SECURITY BREACH – August 24, 2020This public notice is intended to advise residents, employees, and customers of an incident involving a cyberattack on the City of Lafayette’s computer network system, and possible security br...

Cyberattack causes City computer outage

In the early morning hours of July 27, a ransomware cyberattack on the City’s computer system disabled network services resulting in disruptions to phone service, email, and online payment and reservation systems. 9-1-1 and emergency dispatch services wer...

Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency

On Aug. 3, City Administrator Fritz Sprague enacted a Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency in response to a Cyberattack that caused an outage of City computer infrastructure. The Declaration allows for outside assistance from the State, neighb...

Lafayette City Council reaffirms Resolution No. 2016-96 & signs My Brother’s Keeper Alliance pledge

On Tuesday, July 7, the Lafayette City Council issued a proclamation reaffirming Resolution No. 2016-96 and Lafayette‘s commitment to build a diverse, inclusive, and just community ensuring equal protection and services for all residents. In addition, Cit...

Have a positive impact on your Lafayette community!

Help guide the future of your community by serving on a City Board or Commission. The following positions are currently available.  These committees typically meet once per month and act as resident advisors to City Council.

Learn about the functi...

A statement from the Lafayette City Council

As your elected City Council members, we have the honor, responsibility, and privilege of being seated in positions of power. This status allows, and requires us, to effect and influence positive change for the good of our community and all Lafayette resi...

COVID-19 - Coronavirus Information

View COVID-19 city closures, up-to-date information, and connections to Boulder County Department of Health and State of Colorado resources.

Watch the COVID-19 Q&A video featuring Mayor Jamie Harkins

Join Lafayette Mayor Jamie Harkins as she walks you through some of the best practices and frequently asked questions surrounding the COVID-19 virus.

WATCH the video here.

Unete a Jamie Harkins, Alcaldesa de Lafayette, mientras te explica las mejores prátic...

La información de COVID-19 está disponible en español

La Ciudad tiene información y varios recursos de COVID-19 disponibles en español en nuestra página web aquí:

Lea el mensaje del 27 de marzo a la comunidad del Administrador de la Ciudad Fritz Sprague aqu&iacu...

Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency regarding COVID-19

On March 17, 2020, the Lafayette City Council adopted and incorporated a Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency. This action is in response to the imminent threat and widespread effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and is in line with recommendations from t...

Check out Lafayette-Listens.com

The City of Lafayette values residents’ opinions and believes effective community participation is an essential part of productive and successful municipal projects.  This is especially significant right now as we continue working on a number of ...

Oil and gas development information and resources

The Lafayette City Council is committed to exercising their limited municipal regulatory authority to minimize oil and gas impacts on the community. Oil and gas development is an activity regulated at the state level. Existing state law - solidified by Co...

Equal protection under the law

In December 2016 the Lafayette City Council adopted Resolution 2016-96 affirming the City’s commitment to ensure equal protection and services for all residents and to build a diverse, inclusive, and just community. Read a Spanish version of Resolution 20...