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Longmont council delays vote on freezing renters' late fees

Longmont council delays vote on freezing renters' late fees

Council members sided with city staff members who said a local ordinance might not be needed since Gov. Jared Polis on Oct. 15 issued an executive order that suspended the assessment of late fees for renters until Dec. 31. 
No growth of CalWood fire; full containment expected Saturday

No growth of CalWood fire; full containment expected Saturday

Warmer temperatures on Tuesday prompted some snowmelt, but many sheltered areas of the fire are expected to have snow cover for several days.
CU grad student seeks volunteers to talk about the news

CU grad student seeks volunteers to talk about the news

A research project on how people access local news.
Colorado parents, here’s what to ask your child’s school about reading instruction

Colorado parents, here’s what to ask your child’s school about reading instruction

For the average parent, figuring out if schools are using proven approaches to reading instruction and following the new state rules still isn’t easy. That’s why a statewide dyslexia advocacy group, in partnership with a local school improvement consulting firm, created a free online guide that parents and caregivers can use during discussions with teachers, principals or other school staff.
League of Women Voters holding panel discussion on 100 years of women's suffrage

League of Women Voters holding panel discussion on 100 years of women's suffrage

Thursday's discussion will feature a multi-generational panel "with four civically engaged women as they reflect on the century-long struggle that led to women’s suffrage, what’s happened in the 100 years since, and what work remains to be done," according to a news release.
Longmont police report Oct. 27, 2020

Longmont police report Oct. 27, 2020

A daily crime report in Longmont.
Winner of $200 Alfalfa's Market gift card chosen; still time to win $300 card

Winner of $200 Alfalfa's Market gift card chosen; still time to win $300 card

Sign up for The Longmont Leader’s email newsletter to be entered in the $300 drawing which will take place in coordination with the store’s grand opening on Friday. Current subscribers are entered automatically.
Commissioners select Broomfield resident to fill upcoming RTD board vacancy

Commissioners select Broomfield resident to fill upcoming RTD board vacancy

The District I seat to which Erik Davidson was appointed is held by Judy Lubow, who is term-limited. No candidates for the seat qualified for the Nov. 3 election.
Parents seek more detail in SVVSD COVID dashboard

Parents seek more detail in SVVSD COVID dashboard

The dashboard — which now includes information about the number of quarantines in the district — still lacks important details compared to other school districts in the state, said Laura Ruth of the SVVSD Parent Teacher Support Network During COVID.
Council gives initial nod to banning RVs from parking on city streets

Council gives initial nod to banning RVs from parking on city streets

The proposed ordinance now goes to a public hearing and final vote by council on Nov. 10.