City of Aurora

We appreciate the input so far on Connecting Aurora multimodal transportation master plan. This summer, we are asking everyone to take a one-question survey to tell us how we should prioritize improvements based on limited budget, space and time: https://zurl.co/WnvL

Summer Vibes continues in July 🏂 Join the city’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at Wheel Park, 2465 S. Chambers Road, for Extreme Sports! Watch a semi-pro skateboard demo, learn new tricks and tackle a mobile ropes course. Plus, customize a T-shirt and enter raffles to win a BMX bike, skateboard or inflatable kayak. It’s all free and all for teens. Visit AuroraPROS.org/SummerVibes for more details.

Interim Chief Heather Morris has decided not to pursue the permanent police chief position at the Aurora Police Department. Pasted below is the message she disseminated to department employees earlier today. The city posted the police chief position on Monday, July 8. A recruitment process is underway. Pursuant to the city charter, the city manager is responsible for selecting a police chief and seeking approval from a majority of the City Council. City Manager Jason Batchelor will share more details once the process is further along and will not comment further at this time. — APD Team, As many of you may have seen, the Chief of Police position was posted on the city website on Monday. The posting will close today at 5 pm. After thoughtful consideration, I have made the personal decision not to apply for the position. It has been a privilege to serve the men and women of the Aurora Police Department first as the Interim Deputy Chief and for the last 6 months as the Interim Chief of Police. I will remain as the Interim Chief until such time as the next Chief of Police of the Aurora Police Department is sworn in. As the process continues and I have more details and I am able, I will share them with the department. I am proud of the work our members have accomplished over the last 15 months since I have been a part of this organization. I am excited about the future as well because I know that we will continue to build on our successes, and we will finally have a permanent Chief! This has been a long journey, and I want to thank all of you for your spirit and commitment to serving our community. Keep doing the great work you are doing every day!

Calling All Donors: Support the construction of Aurora's new animal shelter by contributing to our Wine and Wags fundraiser, which will take place in August. We are accepting donations for our silent auction, including gift certificates, unique experiences, artwork, and products. Interested in donating? Complete the form below by Friday, Aug. 9, and we'll arrange a convenient drop-off or pick-up.https://zurl.co/v6kG Sponsorships are available, too! Learn more at https://zurl.co/g7s0

A world of flavors is at your fingertips in Aurora 🌍 The city is hosting an exciting competition called Global Flavors! Aurora restaurants are invited to submit their signature dishes- you’ll then be able to vote for your favorite globally inspired dish, drink or dessert.   Winners will be announced at Global Fest on Saturday, Aug. 17 and will be featured on AuroraTV and right here on the city’s social media pages. Restaurants can join the fun by signing up at AuroraGlobalFest.org by Monday, July 15. 👨🍳🍽️ Want to see your favorite restaurant in the competition? Tag them here or send them this post! ALTERNATIVE TEXT: Global Flavors graphics with photos of international food.

Check out the latest city news in this week's This is Aurora newsletter: https://conta.cc/4cRcgvq

Aurora Public Library is hosting an outdoor summer celebration for Hoffman Heights Library's 60th anniversary starting at noon Saturday, July 13, at Jewell Park, 12200 E. 13th Place, located next to the library just across the parking lot. Sign up for summer reading, participate in fun activities and enjoy delicious food! Hoffman Heights Library, located at 1298 Peoria St., is the oldest library branch in Aurora, having existed since 1964. Previously, it was known as the North Branch Library and was renamed Hoffman Heights Library to reflect the thriving neighborhood in which it was located when it reopened from reconstruction in 2004. For information about Aurora Public Library's programs, services and events, visit AuroraLibrary.org. ALTERNATIVE TEXT: Hoffman Heights Library's 60th anniversary graphic with star-shaped balloons.

Groundbreaking medical research happens every day in Aurora. But how much of it do you know about? From July 20 to 29, the Aurora History Museum will host recognized researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to discuss their work. All these events are free and open to the public. July 20, 4 p.m. Menopause and Brain Health with Dr. DuBose July 21, 10 a.m. Military Medical Advances in Civilian Life with Dr. Bebarta July 22, 6 p.m. Healthy Brain Aging with Dr. Bettcher July 23, 3:30 p.m. How to Raise a Healthy Eater from the Start with Dr. Johnson July 27, 10 a.m. Taste of Genetics with Dr. Cole July 27, 4 p.m. Long Covid 101 with Dr. Jolley July 29, 1 p.m. Gun Safety and Aging with Dr. Knoepke July 29, 3:30 p.m. Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Farewell Learn more and register at https://zurl.co/snna ALTERNATIVE TEXT: Aurora History Museum Speaker Series graphic with a microphone icon and the city seal.

Starting this Friday, July 12, through the weekend, temperatures are expected to hit near-record highs of 99 degrees or above. To help you stay cool, we’re activating our emergency cooling stations at designated city libraries and the Aurora Day Resource Center from Friday through Sunday. Case managers from Mile High Behavioral Healthcare will be available at the Aurora Day Resource Center during peak hours to provide resource information. Find the complete list of cooling station locations and hours at https://zurl.co/uELM. Also, don’t forget to protect your furry friends from the heat! Check out pet weather safety tips from the Aurora Animal Shelter at https://zurl.co/vP7F . Stay cool and stay safe, Aurora!

Are you or someone you know considering buying a home but feeling overwhelmed by the process? Our first-time homebuyer seminar provides the education you need. This class covers everything from understanding the purchasing process to addressing financing, credit reports, working with a realtor and lender, city codes, caring for a home and much more. We offer monthly classes in both English and Spanish. Join us for our next English class from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 13, at Aurora Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway. To register, please email auroraed@auroragov.org or call 303.739.7900. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and make your home-buying experience a success!