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The final public meeting to see results of the Heritage Road engineering study, originally to take place on February 6 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Shelton Elementary Library, has been postponed. Please watch our Community Calendar for the new date when it has been decided. We will also announce the new date on Facebook.

What happens in an NREL lab? Engage in an interactive discussion with Dr. Kirsten Alberi about her life working on the development of semiconductor alloys for photovoltaic and solid-state lighting applications. Alberi will share visuals of her lab space while she discusses how scientific research is performed, how she works with NREL’s partners to accelerate the transfer of ideas to the market, and her contribution to the Lab’s impact on our national and global energy needs.

Dr. Alberi received a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley in 2008, where she studied the optical and electronic properties of highly mismatched semiconductor alloys. She was initially hired by NREL as a postdoctoral researcher in the Silicon Materials and Devices group to investigate the design and performance of thin crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar cells fabricated on inexpensive substrates.

In 2010, Kirstin joined the Materials Physics group to conduct basic research on the growth and characterization of semiconductor alloys for photovoltaic and solid-state lighting applications.

Reservations are required for this free public program so call 303-384-6565 or e-mail education.center@nrel.gov to save your spot. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the presentation.

*Please note, this meeting of the Planning Commission has been canceled.

The Planning Commission, established in 1948, affords residents the opportunity to actively participate in the planning of the City and its welfare; to learn all facets of the regulations governing such functions; interact with a wide variety of citizens participating in the shaping of Golden’s future; and assume an active role in any regulation changes involving zoning and subdivision activity.

Planning Commission public hearings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. Planning Commission Study Sessions recur on the third Wednesday of each month.

To download the agenda for the next meeting, or view archived agendas, minutes or listen to audio from past meetings, please visit the Agendas, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedules page. Visit the Planning Commission page to learn more about their responsibilities and duties.

The Golden City Council meets in Council Chambers in City Hall every second and fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m., unless rescheduled due to holidays or other events happening in the city.

To download the agenda for the next meeting, or view archived agendas, minutes or web casts from past meetings, please visit the Agendas, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedules page.

Visit the Council Members & Commentaries pages to read about and find contact information for Mayor Marjorie Sloan and all six council members.

At the February CWAC meeting, hosted by District 2 Councilor, Casey Brown, come share Craft Beers with a Councilor at the home of Patty and Preston Evans on Saturday, February 10, at 3 p.m.

This is a great opportunity to talk with a representative and residents of the North Neighborhoods, as well as any issue related to the “good of Golden.”

For the address and directions to the Evans home, please contact Casey Brown at cbrown@cityofgolden.net or by phone or text at 303-900-2003.

The Golden Safety Academy was created to help educate and empower citizens with information and resources that enhance their personal safety and crime prevention. This free academy is held once a month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second Monday of every month in the Golden Fire Department, except for the June class, which will be on Tuesday, June 12 in Council Chambers. You may attend one, several or all sessions.

Please visit our Golden Safety Academy page for more information on this informative educational series, including topics to be covered at each class, and to sign up for a class online. You can also download the full safety academy calendar below.

• Golden Safety Academy Calendar 

The Economic Development Commission (EDComm) was established by Golden City Council in June of 1999 and consists of eight members. The purpose of the Economic Development Commission is to provide leadership, education, and the tools necessary for the Golden community to optimize appropriate economic opportunities. Their duties include developing a structure and strategy for marketing/promoting the Golden community.

To download the agenda for the next meeting, or view archived agendas, minutes or listen to audio from past meetings, please visit the Agendas, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedules page.

The Economic Development Commission meets regularly on the second Tuesday of each month starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Public Works/Planning building located at 1445 10th Street. If a meeting must be rescheduled for some reason, the date will be noted on the Community Calendar.

Do you know what makes NREL unique as an applied research facility in the Department of Energy national laboratory system? Central to NREL’s mission of advancing clean energy and energy efficiency technologies is supporting small businesses as they develop and bring innovative solutions to market. To align this mission with private sector trends and industry needs, NREL established the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center (IEC). Join us at NREL’s Power Lunch Lecture Series to learn about the IEC programs and partnerships working to bring breakthrough energy technologies to market.

J.A. Colantonio is a Project Leader for the IEC. NREL’s IEC team leads and partners on multiple initiatives to support commercialization efforts both inside and outside of the Lab to advance the development of breakthrough energy technologies and innovative business models. Colantonio focuses on stakeholder engagement and project management, and his passion for sustainability and renewable energy has led him to roles with Tesla Motors and ESPN’s Sustainability team, and now to NREL.

Reservations are required for this free public program so call 303-384-6565 or e-mail education.center@nrel.gov to save your spot. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the presentation.

The Parks, Recreation & Museums Advisory Board was created in 1982 in order to increase community involvement, and to advise Golden City Council and staff on how to best provide safe and comprehensive parks and recreation facilities, programs, and services on behalf of all current and future residents of the City of Golden.

The board consists of seven members and one alternate who serve four-year terms, making suggestions about policies and procedures, fees and charges, acceptance of park land, design of parks, and other projects relating to the Parks and Recreation Department.

The board meets regularly at 7 p.m. in the Community Center on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information, please visit our Parks and Recreation Advisory Board page. To access agendas, minutes and the audio of previous meetings, please visit our Agenda, Minutes, Web Casts and Schedule page.

The annual Chili Cook-off is GHS’s largest fundraising event. Enter your favorite chili in one of four categories, or just bring the family for all-you-can eat chili and shop the silent auction.

Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door.

Chili cooks get in free!