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Holiday Seasonal Lighting in Avon – A Friendly Reminder
The Town would like to remind residents that temporary festive holiday lighting is permitted from November 15 to March 1 every season. In the “Town Core” area, holiday lights may be illuminated until the closing date for Beaver Creek Resort. Read on... -
New Clean Diesel Buses Rolling in Avon
The Town of Avon is excited to announce the acquisition of two new 35-foot Gillig buses. These ultra-low-emission, clean diesel buses will join our 13-bus fleet and replace two of our oldest buses that were built in 2005 and 2006. Read on... -
Avon Implements Polystyrene Takeout Container Ban Effective January 1
Effective January 1, retail food establishments in Avon are prohibited from using ready-to-eat food containers made from polystyrene foam (including hinged food containers, plates, bowls, cups and trays), often referred to as Styrofoam. Read on... -
Kids, Cops and Hoops—Basketball with Cops!
Beginning Tuesday, November 28, the Avon Police Department will be hosting the annual Kids, Cops, and Hoops program at Avon Elementary School for students in grades 4 through 12. The free program runs on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. through April 9. Read on... -
Avon Recreation Center Hosts Black Friday Sale November 24-26
Instead of standing in line this Black Friday, make a commitment to yourself and take part in the Avon Recreation Center’s annual Black Friday sale! From Friday, Nov. 24 - 26, a five-month recreation center membership is just $240! Read on... -
Weekend Wildridge Shuttle Included in Avon Transit Winter Operations
Avon Transit will transition to the winter schedule beginning Wednesday, November 22. Changes this year include a new weekend service from the Wildridge neighborhood to Beaver Creek, and expanded evening service in the Town core. Read on... -
Avon Town Council to Adopt 2024 Budget in December
Avon Town Council has been reviewing a proposed 2024 Budget at several meetings this past month. The community is invited to comment on the budget at its upcoming public hearings to be held November 14, and December 12. Read on... -
November 8 Eaglebend Park Community Meeting Postponed
Town staff are opting to postpone the Eaglebend Park Redevelopment Project community meeting. Staff are currently prioritizing the selection of a design firm for the park renovation and are planning on returning for a future community meeting. Read on... -
Electric Vehicle Charging Price Change
Avon has seven Level 2 Electric Vehicle charging stations and two DCFC fast-charging stations. Users of the DCFC fast-charging stations have been subject to a $0.25/ kWh demand use charge while all Level 2 stations have been free since installation. Read on... -
Avon Winter Snow Removal Operations Begin November 12
The Town of Avon will soon be transitioning to winter snow removal operations. Throughout the winter season the Public Works Operations Department is prepared to maintain all roads in Avon in a timely manner during and following each snowstorm Read on... -
Man of the Cliff Returns to Avon for a Single-Day Event October 14
The 13th annual Man of the Cliff is returning to Avon, Colorado, for a single-day event on October 14, 2023. This mountain-town event is your chance to trade in your business attire for flannel and try your hand at axe throwing, and more! Read on... -
East Beaver Creek Boulevard Phase II Extension Construction Begins
Construction is underway on Phase II of the East Beaver Creek Boulevard Extension Project within the Village at Avon. The project consists of construction of approximately 1,800 linear feet of realigned road platform near Piedmont Apartments. Read on... -
Town of Avon solicits pro and con statements on ballot measure
The Town of Avon is soliciting pro and con statements on one ballot measure which will appear on the Nov. 7, 2023 ballot. Ballot Issue 2A asks the voters whether a 4% Use Tax should be imposed on construction materials. Read on... -
Avon Voters Approve Downtown Development Authority Formation
The formation of the Avon DDA in the Town of Avon was approved by voters in Tuesday’s special election. Pursuant to state statute, eligible voters were limited to residents, landowners and business lessees within the DDA boundary area. Read on... -
Wildfire Mitigation in Wildridge
Wildfire mitigation is currently underway above Metcalf Road in Avon in partnership with Eagle Valley Wildland. The project is designed to protect homes and businesses, the primary evacuation route from Wildridge and Wildwood, and ecosystem health. Read on... -
Wildfire Mitigation in Wildridge
Wildfire mitigation is currently underway above Metcalf Road in Avon in partnership with Eagle Valley Wildland. The project is designed to protect homes and businesses, the primary evacuation route from Wildridge and Wildwood, and ecosystem health. Read on... -
Wildridge Recognized as Firewise Community
The Wildridge neighborhood has been awarded national recognition as an accredited Firewise Community. In partnership with local law enforcement and emergency response agencies, Wildridge has successfully completed many necessary to be Firewise. Read on... -
AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, August 23 featuring Diggin Dirt
Only two more AvonLIVE! shows this summer, including Diggin Dirt on Wednesday, August 23 at 5:30 p.m. Diggin Dirt, a seven-piece band emerging from Humboldt County, California, is skyrocketing through the west coast music scene. Read on... -
AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 31 Featuring Shinyribs
We invite the community to join us for more free live music and fun at the AvonLIVE! concert this Wednesday. Austin based nine-piece Shinyribs will treat the audience with the groovy sounds of New Orleans funk and horn-driven Memphis soul and Texas blues. Read on... -
SunsetSUP Race this Friday
?The second SunsetSUP race is this Friday, July 28 on Nottingham Lake at 6 PM. The race offers paddlers a chance to win cash prizes and bragging rights! Compete with other paddlers and meet new paddling enthusiasts at SunsetSUP. Registration is open! Read on... -
AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 26 Featuring Kaleta & Super Yamba
We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion, at Nottingham Park for more free music and fun at AvonLIVE! summer concert this Wednesday, July 26 starting at 5:30 PM. Hailing from New York and headlining is Kaleta & Super Yamba Band. Read on... -
**Update"**IMPACT NOTICE: Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride
The Triple Bypass is recognized as one of the premier cycling events in the United States. The ride is 120 miles from Evergreen over Juniper Pass, Loveland Pass, Swan Mountain and Vail Pass, concluding in Avon’s Nottingham Park for the finish celebration. Read on... -
AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 19 with Damon Fowler and Special Guest Jason Ricci
We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Nottingham Park for free live music on Wednesday, July 19 as we continue the AvonLIVE! summer concerts starting at 5:30 p.m. Headlining is Damon Fowler with special guest Jason Ricci. Read on... -
AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 12 with Magnolia Boulevard
We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Harry A. Nottingham Park for free live music on Wednesday, July 12 as we continue the AvonLIVE! summer concert series starting at 5:30 p.m. Headlining is Magnolia Boulevard. Read on... -
Town of Avon Offices Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Town offices will be closed on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, July 5. Read on... -
Town of Avon SunsetSUP Race Series This Friday
SunsetSUP race series begins this Friday, June 30 on Nottingham Lake in Harry A. Nottingham Park. This second annual SUPer fun stand up paddle board race series on Nottingham Lake offers paddlers two opportunities to win cash prizes and bragging rights! Read on... -
AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 28 with AJ Lee & Blue Summit
We invite the community to join us for free live music on Wednesday, June 28 as we continue the AvonLIVE! concert series starting at 5:30 p.m. Headlining is AJ Lee & Blue Summit, drawing from influences such as country, soul, swing, rock, and jam music. Read on... -
Nottingham Lake Reopens
Nottingham Lake is now open to all users. Avon staff retested the lake water on Monday, June 19 and received updated results on Wednesday, June 21. The most recent test of the lake water yielded a concentration of E. coli well within the acceptable limit. Read on... -
AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 21 with Bonerama
We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Nottingham Park on Wednesday, June 21 as we continue the AvonLIVE! summer concert series starting at 5:30 p.m. Headlining is Bonerama, a band that in many ways defies categorization. Read on... -
Nottingham Lake closed until further notice
Nottingham Lake closed until further notice due to high levels of E. coli Read on... -
Nottingham Lake Swim Area Closure
On Thurs., June 15, Avon staff were notified that regular testing of the E. coli levels in Nottingham Lake provided results above the recreational standard limit. The swimming area was closed immediately and is anticipated to re-open Wednesday, June 21. Read on... -
Avon Celebrates Success of Sustainability Fair and Town Clean Up
Avon proudly announces the results of the first annual Sustainability Fair and ninth annual Town Clean Up held May 24. With approximately 150 attendees, the community came together to celebrate the changing seasons and promote environmental stewardship. Read on... -
Avon Building Code Amendments and Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance Now in Effect
Avon would like to provide a reminder of recently approved changes to the Building Code and Landscaping regulations. At a recent public hearing, the Avon Town Council voted to adopt new landscaping regulations that aim to increase water efficiency. Read on... -
West Avon Preserve Trails Open!
Town officials announced the seasonal opening of the entire West Avon Preserve (WAP) trail system this Friday, April 28 after an extended closure due to significant snow and mud. While the trails system is officially open, muddy trails are always closed. Read on... -
Avon Police Department Community Outreach about Facial Recognition Technology
Avon PD is seeking community public comment regarding its request to use facial recognition as a crime fighting tool to assist in solving criminal investigations. Chief Daly will host 3 public meetings in Avon to discuss facial recognition technology. Read on... -
Updates to Avon’s E-Bike Rebate Program for Full-Time Residents
Avon officials have increased the rebate options for full-time Avon residents to purchase e-bikes. Residents who purchase an e-bike in Eagle County may be eligible for a $400 rebate when they complete an online application and provide proof of residency. Read on... -
Holiday Seasonal Lighting in Avon – A Friendly Reminder
The Town would like to remind residents that temporary festive holiday lighting is permitted from November 15 to March 1 every season. In the “Town Core” area, holiday lights may be illuminated until the closing date for Beaver Creek Resort. Read on... -
March 15 Traffic Gridlock in Avon Core
The Town of Avon experienced unusual and extreme traffic impacts in the Avon Town Core on March 15 from approximately 4:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Traffic was not moving for over two hours. Read on... -
Closure of Eagle Valley Trail segment in Avon starts Feb. 27
Retaining wall replacement at wastewater treatment facility in Avon requires trail closure; detour is through Nottingham Park Read on... -
Metcalf Road Culvert Repair Project
Avon will begin repairing an 84” diameter corrugated metal pipe under Metcalf Road near the north driveway of Metcalf Lofts Condominiums on Monday, February 20, 2023. Buried nearly 30 feet deep, the culvert conveys stormwater from Metcalf Gulch. Read on... -
Town of Avon Charges Ahead with Electric Vehicles
Avon recently purchased 5 all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 SUVs to be included in the Town’s vehicle fleet. The ID.4s represent not only progress towards climate action goals, but stand out as a long-term investment to reduce fuel costs over time. Read on... -
Avon Launches Educational Effort to Help Community with New Recycling Mandates
Starting February 2023, the Town of Avon will begin an educational campaign to help Avon residents and businesses take steps towards compliance with the recycling regulations by the deadline of November 1, 2023. Read on... -
No Plastic Bags in Avon
Recent changes to Colorado law do not impact Avon’s plastic bag ban and $0.10 paper bag fee. Local businesses are subject to Avon regulations instead of the new state law, and retailers in Avon are not permitted to provide plastic bags to customers. Read on... -
Avon Road Multimodal Safety and Operational Assessment Seeking Feedback
Avon is conducting a multimodal safety and operational assessment of Avon Road, a roadway through the center of town with a series of 5 roundabouts. Avon Road has some speeding concerns and is regarded as not pedestrian friendly. Read on... -
Ice skating returns to Nottingham Lake
Town of Avon plans to open ice rink on Nottingham Lake December 26 Read on... -
Avon Seeks Community Members to Serve on Cultural, Arts, and Special Events Committee
The Town of Avon is seeking community members to join the Cultural, Arts & Special Events (“CASE”) Committee. The Committee is comprised of seven voting members and two non-voting members. There will be five voting member vacancies as of January 1, 2023. Read on... -
Fireworks in Avon over Martin Luther King Holiday Weekend
The Town of Avon will be launching the fireworks originally scheduled for Salute to the USA on July 3 over the MLK holiday weekend. Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 14, to experience the spectacular Fireworks in Avon at Harry A. Nottingham Park Read on... -
Avon Recreation Center adjusts swimming pool operating hours due to short staffing
Effective, Monday, August 29, the Avon Recreation Center pool area hours will be adjusted due to short staffing. The pool will be closed between 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and will also close one hour earlier at 7:00 p.m. each day. Read on...
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