The City of Boulder is opening its arms in an invitation to community members for an engaging afternoon filled with sweets, sounds, and civic conversation. The "What's Up Boulder" event is set to provide a casual backdrop for residents to interface directly with city staff, discuss city projects and plans, and partake in family-friendly activities on Sunday, Sept. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Scott Carpenter Park, according to the City of Boulder.
This initiative, borne from the desire to unite various community engagement efforts, promises an array of attractions such as free paleta popsicles, a dunk tank featuring local officials, and the unique opportunity to see an electric fire engine up close, offering a tangible glimpse into the operational workings of the city the music and the craft tables by Betsy Tobin and Luna Cultura seeks to not only entertain but also stimulate creative dialogue among attendees and the people shaping the city's journey forward, as expressed by City Manager Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde, in a statement obtained by City of Boulder. "We wanted to consolidate some of our engagement efforts about plans and projects that we're working on across the city," Rivera-Vandermyde said, framing the event as a chance to collectively "shape" Boulder's future.
Access to the event is made convenient with the provision of parking at Scott Carpenter Park as well as overflow parking at PNC Bank on 30th Street and Arapahoe Ave, for those who prefer to drive, however, Boulder's commitment to sustainability is echoed in the accommodations made for alternative transportation, complete with bike valet services for cycling community members.
