City of Wheat Ridge Government

Summer in Colorado means more road trips, more time outdoors, and more vehicles on the road. ☀️🚗

That's why the Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Colorado State Patrol, the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control, and the Colorado Motor Carriers Association, launched the new Drive Safe Colorado Summer campaign.

This year, staying safe on the road is more important than ever. With ongoing drought conditions across Colorado, simple actions like checking your vehicle before a trip, securing trailer chains and cargo, properly disposing of cigarette butts, and planning ahead can help prevent crashes and reduce wildfire risk.

Before you hit the road:
✅ Check your vehicle and tire pressure
✅ Secure all loads, trailers, and equipment
✅ Plan your route and check road conditions
✅ Buckle up and drive distraction-free
✅ Never throw cigarette butts from your vehicle

Learn more and access summer driving safety resources at: https://www.codot.gov/travel/summerdriving

Let's all do our part to keep Colorado's roads and communities safe this summer.

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Calling all artists! 🎨🏆

The Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission is seeking a local artist to design and create three original award trophies for the 2026 Business Partner Award, recognizing businesses that support arts and culture in our community.

This is a paid commission of up to $450, and artists are encouraged to bring their own creative vision to the project. Any medium or material is welcome, provided the finished pieces can be affixed to a display base.

The selected artist will create:
🏆 One winner award
✨ Two finalist awards

To apply by July 7, submit:
• A brief description of your concept, materials, and approximate size
• Images of past work or relevant examples
• Confirmation that you can meet the Sept. 15, 2026, delivery deadline
• Your compensation request

If you're ready to create a one-of-a-kind award that celebrates the businesses helping our arts community thrive, we'd love to see your work!

Apply by filling out the submission form and sending us images of your artwork:

Call For Artists - 2026 WRCC Business Partner Award DEADLINE: July 7, 2026 NOTE: This is NOT the Cultural Commission Grant Program Application. Find that here: https://forms.gle/hPBu4dZbshwXWJWFA. The Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission is seeking an artist to create three original award trophies for the 2026 Cultural Commission Business Partner Award .....

Traffic alert: On Wednesday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 32nd Avenue will be closed in the westbound direction from Ward Court to Youngsfield Street while crews pave the westbound and center lanes. Please use the detour provided.

On Thursday, June 25, expect a lane-shift to the new westbound pavement while crews finish paving the eastbound lanes of 32nd Avenue from Ward Court to Youngsfield Street. Traffic will flow in both directions and no detour will be required