Episode 5 of Radio Golden is in the wild … I wasn’t able to join this time, but Pamela and Matt covered the beltway bill, what’s happening at the community garden, the tobacco regulation measure that City Council just passed, and more. They also had an interesting and provocative conversation with Jami Boarman, the principle of one of Golden’s public charter schools.
Radio Golden #5: the beltway, Golden’s charter schools, tobacco, & more!
May 5, 2012
Radio Golden Episode #4: The “My Eminent Domain is Bigger Than Yours” edition, special guest Nathan Richie of the Golden History Museums, youth access to tobacco products, and more.
May 1, 2012
We published Episode #4 about a week ago. We had a great time, focusing mostly on the latest shenanigans and on a terrific interview with Golden History Museums director Nathan Richie.
We also experimented in this episode with a different format. In response to a listener suggestion (thanks Eric!), instead of a shorter episode with a separate extended interview, we recorded everything in a single podcast. The show is longer (about 50 minutes) but we didn’t break up our conversation with our guest. Let us know what you think!
On episode #4 you’ll hear:
- 02:03 – Jeffco’s beltway shenanigans at the State Legislature
- 14:21 – GURA’s new parking lot
- 18:12 – Windy Saddle’s request for a liquor license for their outdoor seating
- 22:35 – A conversation with Nathan Richie, the director of the Golden History Museums
- 40:45 – Getting Involved
- 44:00 – The Mailbox
- 44:37 – Community Chatter
And here are some links related to some of the issues we brought up during podcast:
- Radio Golden gets a mention on the Westword blog.
- Check out the Golden History Museums website.
- Read about the 360-degree panoramic view of Golden that Matt asked about.
- For information about the new City of Golden flag design contest or to submit an entry, send an email to Nathan Richie (nrichie@goldenhistorymuseums.org). The deadline for submissions is April 30.
- For information about events at Woody’s in Golden, including The Breakfast Club on May 1, check out the Woody’s online calendar.
- You can also get more information about the Chihuly exhibit at Foothills Art Center.
New Openings on Golden’s Economic Development Commission and Marketing Stakeholder Commission
April 30, 2012
There are two new opportunities to get involved in local government here in Golden. The first is an opening on the Economic Development Commission, which focuses on retaining and attracting primary jobs in Golden. The application deadline is 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 10. The Golden City Council is also accepting applications for the Marketing [...]
[Continue reading…]The Bell Middle School iSTEM Open House and Other Upcoming Events
April 30, 2012
May 1, Bell Middle School Open House (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math Program) The open house – focused on this very exciting new iSTEM program at Bell Middle School – starts at Bell at 6:30 p.m. It’s especially geared for students starting 7th grade next year, but it’s open to student, parent, or community member [...]
[Continue reading…]My First Book Launch: The Nimble Nonprofit Hits the Streets
April 30, 2012
In non-Golden news … last week I published my first book, The Nimble Nonprofit: An Unconventional Guide to Sustaining and Growing Your Nonprofit. We landed a bunch of great reviews on Amazon, held the #1 spot in the Kindle store for nonprofit books (we’re at #3 right now, but I’m still pretty happy about that), [...]
[Continue reading…]Golden’s 2012 Sustainability Awards
April 29, 2012
Every year the Sustainability Advisory Board presents Sustainability Awards to Golden residents and organizations. The three recipients this year are all extremely worthy. From Mayor Sloan’s newsletter: Three 2012 Sustainability awardees were recognized at the [City Council] meeting. Compass Montessori School (through teacher Erik Albright) was singled out for its environmental education program that fosters students [...]
[Continue reading…]Jeffco’s Toll Highway Bill: DOA
April 24, 2012
Breaking news in the beltway department: State Senator Betty Boyd and State Representative Vaad decided not to introduce their beltway bill. The bill, which was crafted and pushed by the Jefferson County Commissioners, would have created a super-powerful but unaccountable highway authority that could condemn any land it wanted in Golden in order to build [...]
[Continue reading…]“Ethics in Business” Luncheon, City Council Agenda, and Other Upcoming Events
April 10, 2012
April 12, Ethics in Business Luncheon It’s at the Denver Marriott West from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. You’ll find more info about the event on the Rotary Club of Golden website. April 12, City Council Business Meeting City Hall at 7 p.m. The agenda includes awarding the utilities replacement bid, several proclamations, interviews for [...]
[Continue reading…]A Final Report to the Community: 2008-2011
April 9, 2012
Last week I finished up my last official city project, a final report to the community on what City Council accomplished over the past four years. If you live in Golden, you should have received it in your mailbox, but you can download it as well.
[Continue reading…]Radio Golden Episode #3: the Beltway Lawsuit, Jeffco’s Emergency Notification System, Downtown Liquor Licenses, and More
April 9, 2012
Radio Golden Episode #3 features an interview with the executive director of one of the environmental groups suing the federal government to stop the proposed toll highway north of Golden. We also cover Jeffco’s emergency notification system, Golden’s Community Wildfire Community Protection Plan, downtown Golden liquor licenses (and especially outdoor seating), and more. Check out [...]
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