City Newsletter - Aug. 28, 2020

 

 

Aug. 28, 2020

 

AuroraGov.org debuts new look

 

Visitors to AuroraGov.org will see some changes starting this week. The site will still provide all the essential resources and information you need, but will feature a new look for improved navigation and access on mobile devices.   In an effort to improve user experience and modernize AuroraGov.org, the city of Aurora began a website overhaul in late 2019. Initially, the city had planned to launch this newly refreshed site right as COVID-19 began to impact our community. While priorities shifted to focus on COVID-19 resources and response, the site launch was delayed until this month.   With the change in the website, you may need to reset bookmarks you have saved linking to city pages. Most links will not be affected, but you may need to create new bookmarks for some. As you utilize the newly refreshed website, we welcome your feedback. If you experience any issues or would like to provide feedback regarding your experience, we invite you to fill out this form.   As always, Access Aurora is the best place to reach out to the city with questions or concerns. Look for the Access Aurora phone number and email address on the bottom of every page, or the Contact Us links at the top and bottom of every page.

 

 

This Saturday, electronic recycling at two locations

 

COVID-19 limited the city's ability to offer our electronics recycling event earlier this year, but we are now able to host one this weekend with COVID-19 precautions in place.   You may bring out most electronics for recycling from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at two locations: the Central Facilities Recycling Station, 13646 E. Ellsworth Ave., and the Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road.   Most electronic items—desktop computers, laptops, cell phones, tablets, gaming equipment, consumer electronics and similar—are accepted. A fee of $5 will be charged per household dropping off. Due to rising costs associated with processing some electronics, additional fees will be charged for items like monitors and printers (go to the website below for a complete list). Cash will be accepted, but a credit/debit card is preferred as payment.   For a list of items that will not be accepted, visit AuroraGov.org/Recycle and go to Recycling Opportunities, then Electronics Recycling.

 

 

 

City services and facilities to close Sept. 4 due to furlough day

 

The COVID-19 public health crisis has resulted in a significant financial impact to the city of Aurora, with an anticipated $25 million shortfall in 2020 and even more in 2021. The city has taken many steps to help offset these major shortfalls, such an implementing a hiring freeze, delaying capital expenditures and projects, reducing contracts and laying off seasonal, temporary and contingent employees who were not working due to COVID-19.   On Sept. 4, city employees will take a furlough day to further compensate for the shortfalls this year. Most city facilities will be closed, and city employees will not report to work or receive pay. However, all public health and safety services will continue to be fully staffed and provide around-the-clock coverage. An additional furlough day is scheduled for Oct. 16.    Visit AuroraGov.org for a list of facilities closed on Sept. 4 for the furlough day and on Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.

 

 

IN THE NEWS Aurora History Museum reopens - 9 News   A new East Asian restaurant has opened at Stanley Marketplace - 303 Magazine   Delightfully cheesy Aurora theme song gets modern-day makeover - 9 News

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UPCOMING EVENTS   Council Member Town Meetings Council members are eager to hear from residents and committed to forums in which those conversations can occur, but the format and structure of town meetings may be affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Please visit AuroraGov.org/Council to check the latest information on meeting dates.   City Council Special Study Session (Virtual) Monday, Sept. 8, 5:30 p.m. View this special study session meeting on the city budget online at AuroraTV.org and cable channels 8 and 880. You may also listen to the meeting by phone (see AuroraGov.org for details). Streamed live at AuroraTV.org or cable channels 8 and 880 only   Mayor Mike Live Friday, Aug. 28, 3 p.m. Join Mayor Coffman on Facebook Live or AuroraTV.org every Friday -except holidays and other city closures- for updates on the city’s COVID-19 response, as well as information on topics being discussed in our city. This week on the show will be representatives from the Community College of Aurora to talk about adult skills programs, and Ward V Council Member Alison Coombs to discuss a proposed ordinance on minimum wage. As always, be part of the conversation with your questions. Live streamed on Facebook and AuroraTV.org.   Trusted Voices: Census 2020 Series  Through Sept. 1, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. The city of Aurora will host the Trusted Voices: Census 2020 series on Facebook Live. Join us as we talk with trusted voices throughout our community about the benefits and opportunities of completing the 2020 census.   Online Lecture: Fitzsimons and the Flu of 1918 Wednesday, Sept. 16, noon Retired Community College of Aurora instructor Geoff Hunt will speak about the local effects of 1918 flu and show photos he’s uncovered at this Aurora History Museum online program. The lecture is free, but you must register to receive the link to the online meeting. Click here to register.   "Tomfoolery" Sept. 18 – Oct. 11 The Aurora Fox Arts Center kicks off Season 36 with a big dose of fun. You’re invited to the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter and math nerd Tom Lehrer who, throughout the ‘50s and ‘60s, delighted millions of fans with his dry and cynical humor. Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave. Tickets: AuroraFox.org   Virtual Storytime Daily, 10 a.m. (Wednesdays is American Sign Language) Aurora Public Library has been offering virtual programming since mid-March. One of the most popular programs is the daily storytime. Other ongoing programs include Reader’s Corner, Mystery Read and Create & DYI. To learn more about all the virtual programming, visit AuroraLibrary.org or the Aurora Public Library Facebook page   Virtual Dance Classes Daily, time varies Aurora Dance Arts is providing live online dance classes, with some of their fabulous faculty teaching from home, dance tutorials and dance challenge videos, and various other online resources for dancers and families. City of Aurora Arts Education Facebook page   Super Old News (virtual) Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Every week, time-travelling news anchor Skip DeCade takes you back in time reporting on Facebook Live Aurora news from the first half of the 20th century. The stories presented are borrowed from the Aurora Democrat newspaper which reported Aurora's news from 1909 to 1955. Aurora History Museum’s Facebook page   Mornings at the Museum (virtual) Wednesdays, 11 a.m. (ages 2-5) Join the Aurora History Museum staff on this special time designed for preschoolers. Each week, the Facebook Live experience includes a combination of activity, storytime and/or craft-making. Aurora History Museum’s Facebook page

 

 

 

 

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