News

New Republic Services contract to begin Oct. 1

As a result of the new contract with Republic Services, residents who are part of the City’s Three Cart Program will see enhanced benefits beginning Oct. 1.

New benefits

• Weekly compost collection 
• Multiple recycle cart size choices 
• New embe...

Hispanic Heritage Month: Sept. 15 - Oct. 15

Lafayette celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and recognizes the contributions and important presence of Hispanic and Latin Americans in the community

Art Night Out wins Best Community Event award

Lafayette's Art Night Out event received the "Best Community Event of East County" award from the Daily Camera's Boulder County Gold People's Choice Awards.  The awards and recognition are results voted on by the people of Boul...

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 function of each...

New three days per week irrigation limit enacted

An amendment to the permanent water conservation ordinance has been enacted limiting outdoor irrigation to a maximum of three days a week per water customer. Residents may choose which three days to irrigate, and are allowed to continue hand-watering tree...

Water for our future | Agua para nuestro futuro

Message from Lafayette City Administrator Fritz Sprague | Mensaje del administrador de la ciudad de Lafayette Fritz Sprague

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

Concerning residential water use trends in Lafayette

The City is experiencing concerning trends with residential water demands. Elevated out...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: When it rains, water accordingly. 

Watch the weather and adjust watering days and times accordingly. Watering your...

Wildfire awareness and Open Space

Learn about wildfires, the steps Lafayette is taking to protect the community and Open Space, and what residents can do to be prepared

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Don't water roads and sidewalks, fix broken sprinkler heads.  

Water lawns, plants and trees - n...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Water twice a week. 

Watering twice a week will make grass roots grow deeper and allow the grass to last longer wi...

Water conservation tip of the week

We would like to ask for your increased efforts to limit outdoor water use to help conserve regional water supplies.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Let grass grow longer before cutting it. 

Raise lawn mower blades and protect lawns from heat by letting grass gro...

New traffic configuration on South Boulder Road

Starting Wednesday, May 11, westbound South Boulder Road traffic will have one through travel lane and one left turn only travel lane. This is a temporary westbound traffic configuration on South Boulder Road at Saratoga and Merlin. Please prepare for del...

Maintaining visibility at intersections

To help protect pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles in our neighborhoods, an unobstructed line of sight at residential intersections is necessary to maintain safety. As we enter the growing season, it’s important for residents to be aware of their respo...

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 ...

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...

New 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.