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Avon Recreation Center Hosts Free-Day December 10th
In celebration of its 24th anniversary, the Avon Recreation Center is offering free admission, free classes, and retro pricing from 1995 on punch cards on Tuesday, December 10th. All are welcome to join in the celebration! Read on... -
Kids, Cops and Hoops—Basketball with Cops!
Free annual event promotes interaction between community youth and Avon Police Department Read on... -
Town of Avon Seeking Special Event Volunteers for 2020 Season
The Town of Avon is seeking volunteers for the 2020 special event season. Volunteer duties may include distribution of marketing collateral, event set-up and tear down, greeting our guests, and supporting our sustainability “greening” efforts. Read on... -
Avon Recreation Center Hosts Black Friday Sale
Five-month recreation center pass offered for $200 to Avon residents; $250 for Vail Resorts employees, $300 for non-residents Read on... -
Avon Bus Service Transitions to Winter Schedule on Saturday
Town of Avon buses will transition to the winter schedule on Saturday, November 23rd. The new schedule includes the Skier Express Shuttle, which operates from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and serves all Avon lodges. Read on... -
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2020 Proposed Budget Now Available for Public Viewing
2020 Proposed Budget Now Available for Public Viewing Read on... -
Need Coats?
The Catholic Charities and Law Enforcement Immigrant Alliance Coat Drive is distributing coats this Friday and Saturday at Eagle River Presbyterian Church in Avon! Necesitas Abrigos? Estamos distribuyendo los abrigos a la iglesia Presbyterian en Avon. -
Avon to Host Community Meeting at Avon Elementary School on November 11th
On Monday, November 11th at 6:00 p.m., the Town of Avon will host a community meeting in the cafeteria of Avon Elementary School to update residents about the 2020 Proposed Budget and to engage residents in conversation regarding the Town’s work. Read on... -
Avon Town Council Endorses Eagle County Ballot Issue 1A
The Avon Town Council approved a resolution supporting Eagle County Ballot Issue 1A, which appears of the Composite Ballot for Eagle County’s Coordinated Election on November 5 and asks for approval to increase taxes on cigarettes and tobacco products. Read on... -
Pizza for Climate Action - Purchase Renewable Energy through Holy Cross Energy and Get a Free Slice
On Tuesday, October 29th from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. anyone who shows up to the Avon Pazzo’s, located at 82 E. Beaver Creek Boulevard in Avon, and signs up for 100% renewable energy through the Holy Cross Energy PuRE program will receive a FREE SLICE OF PIZZA. Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed Monday, October 14th
Town of Avon municipal offices will be closed Monday, October 14th in observance of Columbus Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, October 15th. Read on... -
Avon to Mull Prohibition on Food Vendors from using Disposable Food Containers made from Polystyrene
In a work session conducted at the September 24th meeting of the Avon Town Council, the Town Council directed Town staff to prepare an ordinance that would prohibit food vendors from using disposable food service ware made out of expanded polystyrene. Read on... -
West Benchmark Road Closure Begins Monday, September 30th
Road will be closed for 2-3 weeks between Mikaela Way and Lake Street Read on... -
East Beaver Creek Boulevard Road Closure Begins Monday, September 23rd
East Beaver Creek Boulevard will be closed between Post Road and Chapel Place for two weeks beginning Monday, September 23rd. Read on... -
Town of Avon Community Picnic Scheduled for Thursday, September 19th
Event will include free food, beer and live music from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Read on... -
Avon Town Council Mulls Increasing the Primary Residence RETT Exemption
At the August 27th regular meeting of the Avon Town Council, the Council approved, on First Reading, an ordinance that would increase the Primary Residence Exemption amount home buyers can seek on the Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) levied by the Town. Read on... -
2020 Special Events Request for Proposals Issued
The Town of Avon, Colorado, invites qualified event production businesses, organizations, agencies and/or individuals to submit a proposal(s) to produce and host one or more special event(s) in the Town of Avon in 2020. Applications are due September 23. Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed Monday
Avon, CO: Town of Avon Municipal offices will be closed Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 3rd. Read on... -
Music Lineup Announced for 970 AvonFest
Enjoy free performances by Larry Keel on Friday, September 6th and Trout Steak Revival on Saturday, September 7th Read on... -
Avon Hosts Stage 2 of Colorado Classic on Friday, August 23rd
Transit, traffic impact and road closures are expected from 12 – 4 p.m. on Friday Read on... -
TOWN OF AVON SPECIAL EVENTS ADVISORY: COLORADO CLASSIC FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
Stage 2 of the Colorado Classic will come through Avon on Friday, August 23rd starting at 12:00 p.m. and ending at approximately 4:00 p.m. The Town of Avon is thrilled to host the western hemisphere’s premier women’s standalone race. Read on... -
Highway 6 Eastbound to be Closed at Avon Road on Tuesday, August 13th
Highway 6 Eastbound will be closed at Roundabout 5 (Avon Road) for road patching on Tuesday, August 13th between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. A detour will be in place, directing traffic to Hurd Lane, Stonebridge Drive, and back out to Highway 6. Read on... -
Open Water Championships Will Close Nottingham Lake and Beach on Saturday and Sunday
More than 50 swimmers will converge on Nottingham Park on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11 for the Open Water Championships. Nottingham Lake and Beach will close from 10 am to 4 pm on Sat, August 10 and from 10 am to 2:30 pm on Sun, August 11. Read on... -
Dancing in the Park Returns to Avon with Alonzo King LINES Ballet and Colorado Ballet on August 7
The Vail Dance Festival welcomes Alonzo King LINES Ballet and the Colorado Ballet to Avon for a free, family-friendly show on the outdoor stage of the Avon Performance Pavilion, together with other Festival artists. Read on... -
Avon Police Department is participating in the 36th annual National Night Out on August 6th
Join your Eagle County Law Enforcement agencies to celebrate police-community partnerships in crime prevention efforts on August 6th. This is a great opportunity to bring neighborhoods together with law enforcement under positive circumstances. Read on... -
Strong Field of Riders Announced for 2019 Colorado Classic® presented by VF Corporation
Defending Champion Katie Hall and former winner Sara Poidevin along with Amber Neben and Chloe Dygert-Owen highlight the most competitive field in race’s history Read on... -
Application Materials Available for 2020 Town of Avon Community Grant Program
The Town of Avon is now accepting applications for the 2020 Town of Avon Community Grant Program. Read on... -
Avon Recreation Center and Climate Action Collaborative invite residents to swap old-tech lightbulbs
Residents are encouraged to bring in two incandescent or compact-florescent bulbs and exchange them for two LED bulbs, free of charge, during regular Avon Recreation Center hours for the month of August. The LED bulbs will be located at the front desk. Read on... -
Avon LIVE! Free Concert Series Continues on Wednesday, July 31st
Grammy-award winner Peter Rowan is a singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades. Rowan has built a devoted, international fan base through a solid stream of recordings, collaborative projects, and constant touring. Read on... -
Town of Avon Contributes $50,000 to Eagle County Loan Fund
The Town of Avon has demonstrated its continued support for local homebuyers by granting $50,000 to the Eagle County Loan Fund (ECLF). Read on... -
Colorado Classic Recruiting Volunteers for August 23rd Event
Avon is excited and proud to host Stage 2 of the Colorado Classic bike race on Friday, August 23, 2019. Avon is actively recruiting volunteers to work three or four-hour shifts on August 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Read on... -
Avon LIVE! Free Concert Series Continues on Wednesday, July 24th
Join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion on Wednesday, July 24th for family fun and music at the Avon LIVE! free community concert. Freddy Jones Band will take the stage at 7:00 p.m., with local act Tierro Band opening the show at 5:30 p.m. Read on... -
Road Closure – East Beaver Creek Boulevard Asphalt Paving Update
Full closure of East Beaver Creek Boulevard and Beaver Creek Place intersection on Tuesday, July 23rd from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Read on... -
Periodic Lane Closures - East Beaver Creek Blvd Asphalt Paving
Construction of the Beaver Creek Blvd Streetscape Improvements Project continues with paving operations at the intersection of East Beaver Creek Blvd and Beaver Creek Place. Periodic lane closures will take place on Tuesday, July 23 and Wednesday, July 24 Read on... -
FREE OUTDOOR FITNESS COURT TO OPEN AT NOTTINGHAM PARK ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 17TH
As part of an effort to make world-class fitness free and accessible in beautiful public spaces across the country, the Town of Avon has partnered with National Fitness Campaign (NFC) to bring a Fitness Court to Harry A. Nottingham Park. It opens July 17. Read on... -
Colorado Classic ® presented by VF Corporation Announces Challenging 2019 Race Routes
Routes for Women’s-Only Road Race Will Showcase Scenic Colorado in Action-Packed and Fan-Friendly Formats Read on... -
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Circus Bella Comes to Avon August 16 – 18
San Francisco Bay Area’s premiere one-ring circus features aerialists, acrobats, family foot jugglers, clowns and more –all performed by a live six-piece band! Read on... -
Avon LIVE! Free Concert Series Continues on Wednesday, July 17th with March Fourth
Join us at Nottingham Park, on Wednesday, July 17 for family fun and music at the Avon LIVE! free community concert. March Fourth takes the stage at 7 pm, entertaining audiences with music along with performances by stilt-walkers, acrobatics and hooping! Read on... -
Avon LIVE! Free Concert Series Continues on Wednesday, July 10th with Pato Banton
Join us at Nottingham Park, on Wednesday, July 10 for family fun and music at the Avon LIVE! free community concert. Pato Banton & the Now Generation takes the stage at 7 pm, entertaining audiences with a unique sound that will keep concert goers dancing. Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Town offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Regular office hours will resume on Friday, July 5th. Read on... -
Beaver Creek Boulevard Streetscape Improvements Project Continues
The road will be open to two-way traffic by the end of the day Friday and through the Salute to the USA celebration and Fourth of July weekend. Read on... -
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Avon LIVE! Free Concert Series Continues on Wednesday, June 26th with La Misa Negra
La Misa Negra will take the stage at 7:00 p.m., entertaining audiences with their unique blend of heavyweight cumbia and high-energy, Afro-Latin music. Local act Split Window will open the show at 5:30 p.m. Read on... -
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Avon LIVE! Concerts in the Park begin on Wednesday, June 19th
Free community concerts are presented by the Town of Avon Read on... -
Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge Coming to Harry A. Nottingham Park June 20-22
Nottingham Beach will have temporary closures on Thursday and Friday Read on... -
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Daddy’s Girl Tutu 2K Returns to Harry A. Nottingham Park this Father’s Day
Dads can trade in their tools for tutus this Sunday, June 16th at the Daddy’s Girl Tutu 2K in Nottingham Park. This fun, two-kilometer event is a perfect kickoff to Father’s Day, and will quickly become a tradition in your household for years to come! Read on... -
Avon Town Clean-Up Day Returns on Friday, June 14th
Town Staff to meet volunteers around Avon with trash bags, reflective vests and food and drink vouchers Read on... -
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Beaver Creek Blvd Streetscape Improvements Project Lane Closure Switch
The lane closure will be switched beginning Friday, June 7th, and East Beaver Creek Blvd between Avon Road and Beaver Creek Place will be closed to eastbound traffic with a detour in place to facilitate construction on the south side of the road. Read on... -
Textile Recycling Now Offered at Avon’s Regional Recycle Drop Site
The Town of Avon is now offering free textile recycling at the Avon Regional Recycle Drop Site, located at 375 Yoder Avenue in Avon. Residents can now place unwanted clothes and shoes in the USAgain bin (pictured below). Read on... -
Ziggy Marley to Headline Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Salute to the USA
Eight-time Grammy-winning reggae artist Ziggy Marley takes the stage as a headliner for Avon’s annual signature event on Wednesday, July 3rd Read on... -
Town of Avon Announces an Abundance of 2019 Summer Activities & Special Events at Nottingham Park
Concerts, Festivals, Sporting Events and Activities, and the July 3rd Salute to the USA extravaganza will be in the center of Avon this summer Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed Memorial Day
Municipal offices will be closed on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 28th. Read on... -
Avon Town Clean Up Day Postponed to June 14th
Inclement weather will postpone Avon’s Town Clean Up Day to Friday, June 14th. Clean Up Week will continue, and Avon Public Works will pick up large trash items including unwanted furniture through Friday, May 24th. Read on... -
Wildridge Wildland Fire Evacuation Training Exercise Wednesday, May 22nd
Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (I.P.A.W.S), a cell phone text messaging system will be tested – Minimal community impact Read on... -
Colorado Classic® presented by VF Corporation Announces Host Communities for 2019 Race
The four-stage race August 22-25 will course through Steamboat Springs, Avon, Golden and Denver Read on... -
Avon Commits to 100% Renewable Electricity at all Town Operations and Facilities
The Town achieves its goal of 100% renewable electricity for municipal operations Read on... -
Avon PD is participating in a Click It or Ticket Campaign from May 20 through June 2
Seat belts save lives! Please buckle up and keep you and your family safe. This is the basic objective behind this upcoming Click It or Ticket Campaign. Beginning May 20, the Avon PD will be participating in a two-week seat belt compliance campaign. Read on... -
970 AvonFest: A 3-Day Celebration Of Endurance Sports
Major League Triathlon (MLT) is excited to announce 970 AvonFest, a three3-day festival celebrating endurance sports and the Town of Avon, Colorado. 970 AvonFest will host its inaugural event on the weekend of September 6th-8th, 2019. Read on... -
Avon to Host Summer Outlook Meeting for Local Businesses in May
Meeting will provide DestiMetrics program overview including a Summer 2019 preview, updates on Capital Improvement Projects, summer events, and more Read on... -
Avon Town Clean-Up Day Returns on Friday, June 14th
Free beer and tacos at Avon's annual Town Clean Up event. Town Staff to meet volunteers around Avon with trash bags, reflective vests and food and drink vouchers Read on... -
Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge Coming to Harry A. Nottingham Park June 20-22
Do you and your dog have what it takes to compete in an obstacle course for a spot on national television? Local dogs and handlers can compete in the Incredible Mountain Dog Challenge obstacle course. Read on... -
Avon Phone Lines to be Down Beginning Friday, April 26th at 5 p.m.
Outage includes Avon Recreation Center and Avon Police Department Read on... -
Avon Street Sweeping Operation Underway
With spring time weather patterns dropping less snow in the valley floors, the Avon Public Works Department switches from driving snowplows to driving street-sweepers. Read on... -
Avon Town Hall receives LEED Gold Certification
Avon Town Hall has officially received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Read on... -
Be Bear Aware: Bears and Wildlife Becoming Active in Vail Valley
Avon asks residents and guests to be aware and take precautions to avoid conflicts Read on... -
Avon Transit Summer Schedule begins Monday, April 15, 2019
Avon Transit will transition to its summer schedule on Monday, April 15. Summer schedule information can be obtained from Avon Transit bus operators, by contacting Avon Transit Customer Service at (970) 748-4120, or online at www.avon.org/transit. Read on... -
Seasonal Trail Closure Extended for West Avon Preserve
Above average snowfall will extend closure beyond April 15th Read on... -
I-70: Avon to Vail Roadway Resurfacing
The Colorado Department of Transportation begins a roadway resurfacing project on I-70 between Avon and West Vail (mile point 167-173.5). Night construction is scheduled to begin the evening of Sunday April 14th and continue through October 2019. Read on... -
Council Appoints Next Town Manager
During last evening’s regular meeting, the Avon Town Council appointed Eric Heil to the position of Town Manager, effective April 29, 2019. Heil has served in the role of Town Attorney for the Town of Avon for the last 10 years. Read on... -
Beaver Creek Blvd Streetscape Improvements Project Construction
Construction of the Beaver Creek Blvd Improvements Project is scheduled to resume on Monday, April 15. The Project extends from Lake Street to Beaver Creek Place with the goal of improved safety and a better experience for pedestrians and bicyclists. Read on... -
Final Survey Results Regarding the Future of the Hahnewald Barn
The final results of a town survey querying Avon residents about the future of the Hahnewald Barn have been counted. The final count at 10:25 p.m. on Tuesday recorded 104 votes in support of the project, and 891 votes against the project. Read on... -
Avon Relaunches Zagster Bikes Just in Time for Spring
The Town of Avon, with support from Zagster, is relaunching the bike share program for 2019 on Monday, April 1st. The program will provide residents and visitors with a convenient, affordable and healthy way to get around town. Read on... -
Avon Seeks Community Members to Serve on Planning and Zoning Commission
The Town of Avon is seeking community members to volunteer for the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC). In May, four positions will be vacated and filled by appointment by the Avon Town Council. Applications will be accepted through April 24th. Read on... -
Hahnewald Barn Phase 1 Project Survey Question Mailed to Avon Voters
A Survey Question about the Hahnewald Barn Project has been mailed to all qualified Avon electors. Voters must follow the submittal instructions identified on the Survey Question. Ballots must be received by the Town Clerk’s Office by 5:00 pm on April 2. Read on... -
Avon Whitewater Park Improvements to be Competed in March
The Avon Whitewater Park is currently under renovation, consisting of maintenance activities to the three whitewater features located near the Avon Road Bridge. There is one feature downstream of the Avon Road bridge and 2 upstream of the bridge. Read on... -
Avon PD Receives 100% Compliance in Annual CALEA Accreditation Cycle
The Avon Police Department is the smallest agency in Colorado to be accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®). Read on... -
Avon Town Manager Search Narrows to Three Candidates
The Avon Town Council is pleased to announce three town manager candidates as Finalists including: • Steve Barwick, previous Aspen City Manager • Eric Heil, current Town Attorney for Avon • Rachel Oys, current General Manager for Cordillera Metro District Read on... -
COLOTRUST Board of Trustees Appoints New Chairman, Mr. Scott Wright
The Colorado Local Government Liquid Asset Trust (COLOTRUST) is pleased to announce that Mr. Scott Wright, Assistant Town Manager and Finance Director for the Town of Avon, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the COLOTRUST Board of Trustees. Read on... -
Avon Voters to be Surveyed About Future of Hahnewald Barn
At the February 26th Avon Town Council meeting, the Town Council passed a motion to refer a survey question to registered Avon voters concerning the Hahnewald Barn Phase 1 Project. Read on... -
Avon Seeks Community Members to Serve on Cultural, Arts, and Special Events Committee
The Town of Avon is seeking community members to volunteer for the newly formed Cultural, Arts and Special Events Committee. The Committee will be comprised of seven members and all seven positions need to be filled by appointment by Avon Town Council. Read on... -
2.15.19 Council Brief
Council Briefs provide an update by Town staff on key projects during the last month. Below is the Council Brief from February 15, 2019. Read on... -
Avon Town Council Approves Project to Relocate and Preserve Hahnewald Barn
The Town Council voted 4-3 to proceed with Phase 1 of the Hahnewald Barn project at its regular meeting on February 12. Council directed Town staff to proceed with the $1.6 million Scheme B, Phase I project as presented by Andersen Hallas Architects. Read on... -
Avon Acting Town Manager Preston Neill Wins CCCMA 2018 Assistant of the Year
The Colorado City and County Management Association (CCCMA) has announced that current Acting Town Manager and former Deputy Town Manager Preston Neill has been named the 2018 Assistant of the Year. Read on... -
Avon Town Offices Closed on Presidents’ Day
Town of Avon Municipal offices will be closed Monday, February 18 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, February 19. Read on... -
Search for next Avon Town Manager re-opened
The Avon Town Council has announced that it is re-opening the search to fill the Avon Town Manager position. Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed Monday, January 21st
Town of Avon Municipal Offices will be closed Monday, January 21st in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, January 22nd. Read on... -
Over 4,400 Pounds of Material Collected at Post-Holiday Recycling Event
On January 5th, several organizations teamed up to host a Post-Holiday Recycling Event for hard-to-recycle items. Many Eagle County residents took advantage of this easy and affordable option to dispose of unwanted recyclables. Read on... -
Officials Seeking Input on Code Text Amendments
Draft language to be discussed at the January 15 Planning and Zoning (PZC) Meeting Read on... -
Avon designated as Eagle County’s sole Opportunity Zone
Colorado OEDIT and Town of Avon Bring Together Stakeholders for Opportunity Zones Workshop January 8 workshop is open to the public – followed by presentation to Avon Town Council Read on... -
Avon Transit Offers Free Tipsy Taxi Shuttle Service on New Year’s Eve
Come ring in 2019 and take advantage of Avon Transit’s free Tipsy Taxi service on New Year’s Eve, offering passengers a free ride home within Town limits between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Read on... -
Catch the Avon Comet
The Town of Avon is piloting a free hail and ride service this holiday season. From December 21, 2018 to January 1, 2019, the Avon Comet will circulate around the Avon core looking for hails from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Read on... -
Christmas Tree Recycling Offered to Avon Residents
Town of Avon residents may leave their undecorated Christmas tree curbside for pick up and recycling by Avon Public Works Department Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed for Christmas and New Year's
Municipal offices will close on Tuesday, December 25th and Tuesday, January 1st Read on... -
July in January: Salute to the USA Reschedule Comes to Nottingham Park on Friday, January 25th
Avon event will offer free tacos, beer, ice skating, Chilly Chili Cookoff, live music, and fireworks! Read on... -
Avon Recreation Center Ice Sheets to Open Friday, December 21st
Town of Avon residents and guests advised to stay off Nottingham Lake during winter months Read on... -
Recycling Event to take place in Avon on January 5th
Did you know Americans create 25% more trash during the holidays? On Saturday, January 5th, several organizations are teaming up to host a Post-Holiday Recycling Event for hard-to-recycle items. Read on... -
Please take the I-70 Mountain Corridor Survey
The Collaborative Effort and the I-70 Coalition are conducting a study to estimate the economic impacts of a high-speed transit system in the I-70 Mountain Corridor. The survey will take just 5-8 minutes to complete and will close at the end of December. Take Survey Here -
West Avon Preserve Seasonal Trail Closures on Horizon
Closures will be in effect December 15 – April 15 to Protect Wildlife Winter Habitat Read on... -
Xcel Energy: June 20 Weekly Construction Update
Xcel Energy’s Edwards to Minturn Natural Gas Pipeline Replacement Project weekly update. Read on...
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