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Posted on: December 1, 2023

Holiday Seasonal Lighting in Avon – A Friendly Reminder

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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 li...

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Posted on: December 1, 2023

Holiday Seasonal Lighting in Avon – A Friendly Reminder

Town Core

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 Co...

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Posted on: November 30, 2023

New Clean Diesel Buses Rolling in Avon

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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 ...

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Posted on: November 29, 2023

Avon Implements Polystyrene Takeout Container Ban Effective January 1

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Avon Implements Polystyrene Takeout Container Ban Effective January 1

 

Effective January 1, 2024, retail food establishments within the Town of Avon are prohibited from using ready-to-eat food containers made from polystyrene foam (including hinge...

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Posted on: November 22, 2023

Kids, Cops and Hoops—Basketball with Cops!

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Kids, Cops and Hoops—Basketball with Cops!

 

Free annual event promotes interaction between community youth and Avon Police Department

 

Beginning Tuesday, November 28, the Avon Police Department will be hosting the annual Kids, Co...

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Posted on: November 21, 2023

Avon Recreation Center Hosts Black Friday Sale November 24-26

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Avon Recreation Center Hosts Black Friday Sale November 24-26

 

Seasonal membership and punch cards steeply discounted for three-day sale

 

Instead of standing in line this Black Friday, make a commitment to yourself and take part in the Avo...

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Posted on: November 17, 2023

Weekend Wildridge Shuttle Included in Avon Transit Winter Operations

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Weekend Wildridge Shuttle Included in Avon Transit Winter Operations

 

Avon Transit winter schedule begins Wednesday, November 22

 

Avon Transit will transition to the winter schedule beginning Wednesday, November 22. Changes this year inclu...

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Posted on: November 9, 2023

Avon Town Council to Adopt 2024 Budget in December

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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 Novem...

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Posted on: November 7, 2023

November 8 Eaglebend Park Community Meeting Postponed

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November 8 Eaglebend Park Community Meeting Postponed

Avon Town staff are opting to postpone the Eaglebend Park Redevelopment Project community meeting, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, November 8 at the Eaglebend Apartments. Staff are current...

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Posted on: November 1, 2023

Electric Vehicle Charging Price Change

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Electric Vehicle Charging Price Change

 

Avon has seven Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) 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 whil...

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Posted on: October 20, 2023

Avon Winter Snow Removal Operations Begin November 12

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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 m...

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Man of the Cliff Returns to Avon for a Single-Day Event October 14

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Man of the Cliff Returns to Avon for a Single-Day Event October 14

 

Announces Can Do Multiple Sclerosis as Benefactor for 13th Annual Event

 

Calling all lumberjacks and lumberjills! The 13th annual Man of the Cliff is returning to Avon, Co...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

East Beaver Creek Boulevard Phase II Extension Construction Begins

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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...

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Posted on: September 14, 2023

Town of Avon solicits pro and con statements on ballot measure

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For Immediate Release | September 14, 2023

 

Town of Avon solicits pro and con statements on ballot measure

 

Avon, CO - The Town of Avon is soliciting pro and con statements on one ballot measure which will appear on the Nov. 7, 20...

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Posted on: August 31, 2023

Avon Voters Approve Downtown Development Authority Formation

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Avon Voters Approve Downtown Development Authority Formation

The formation of the Avon Downtown Development Authority (Avon DDA) in the Town of Avon was approved by voters in Tuesday’s special election.  Pursuant to state statute, eligib...

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Posted on: August 25, 2023

Wildfire Mitigation in Wildridge

Wildfire mitigation above Metcalf Road in Avon

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 Wildwo...

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Posted on: August 25, 2023

Wildfire Mitigation in Wildridge

Wildfire mitigation above Metcalf Road in Avon

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 Wildwo...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

Wildridge Recognized as Firewise Community

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Wildridge Recognized as Firewise Community

 

The Wildridge neighborhood in Avon has been awarded national recognition as an accredited Firewise Community. In partnership with the Town, Avon Police Department, Eagle River Fire Protection Di...

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Posted on: August 21, 2023

AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, August 23 featuring Diggin Dirt

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AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, August 23 

featuring Diggin Dirt

The Town of Avon presents free community concerts

 

The summer is beginning to wind down and so is AvonLIVE with only two more Wednesday...

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 31 Featuring Shinyribs

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AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 31 

Featuring Shinyribs 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Harry A. Nottingham Park for more free live mus...

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Posted on: July 25, 2023

SunsetSUP Race this Friday

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SunsetSUP Race this Friday  

 

In partnership with Stand-Up Colorado, Avon offers another SunsetSUP Races this Friday, July 28

 

The second SunsetSUP race is this Friday, July 28 on Nottingham Lak...

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Posted on: July 24, 2023

AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 26 Featuring Kaleta & Super Yamba

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AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 26 

Featuring Kaleta & Super Yamba 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

 

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion, at Harry A. Nottingham P...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

**Update"**IMPACT NOTICE: Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride

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TOWN OF AVON SPECIAL EVENTS ADVISORY

TRAFFIC, PARKING, TRANSPORTATION & SAFETY INFORMATION

Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride

 Saturday, July 22, 2023 

Public transportation is the easiest way to access Harry A. Nottingham Park for the Triple By...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 19 with Damon Fowler and Special Guest Jason Ricci

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AvonLIVE! Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 19 with Damon Fowler and Special Guest Jason Ricci 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

 

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion, at Harry A. Nottingh...

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Posted on: July 10, 2023

AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 12 with Magnolia Boulevard

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AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 12 with Magnolia Boulevard 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

 

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Harry A. Nottingham Park for free liv...

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

Town of Avon Offices Closed for Independence Day Holiday

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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.

  The Avon Recre...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

Town of Avon SunsetSUP Race Series This Friday

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Town of Avon SunsetSUP Race Series This Friday  

 

Avon’s SunsetSUP Races series begins this Friday, June 30th  

 

SunsetSUP race series begins this Friday, June 30 on Nottingham Lake in...

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Posted on: June 26, 2023

AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 28 with AJ Lee & Blue Summit

AJ Lee

AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 28 with AJ Lee & Blue Summit 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

 

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion, at Harry A. Nottingham Park for f...

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Posted on: June 21, 2023

Nottingham Lake Reopens

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Nottingham Lake Reopens

Bacteria levels subside and the lake is now open to all users 

Effective immediately, Nottingham Lake is now open to all users. Town of Avon staff retested the lake water on Monday, June 19 and received updated results on We...

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Posted on: June 19, 2023

AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 21 with Bonerama

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AvonLIVE! 2023 Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 21 with Bonerama 

The Town of Avon present free community concerts

 

We invite the community to join us at the Avon Performance Pavilion at Harry A. Nottingham Park on Wednesday, June 21 ...

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Posted on: June 15, 2023

Nottingham Lake Swim Area Closure

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Nottingham Lake Swim Area Closure

 

On Thursday, June 15, Town of 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 immediatel...

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Posted on: June 16, 2023

Avon Celebrates Success of Sustainability Fair and Town Clean Up

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Avon Celebrates Success of Sustainability Fair and Town Clean Up

 

The Town of Avon proudly announces the results and success of the first annual Sustainability Fair and ninth annual Town Clean Up event held on May 24. With approximately 150 attend...

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Posted on: May 30, 2023

Avon Building Code Amendments and Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance Now in Effect

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Avon Building Code Amendments and Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance Now in Effect

 

As construction season kicks off, the Town would like to provide a reminder of recently approved changes to the Building Code and Landscaping regulations.&n...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

West Avon Preserve Trails Open!

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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, m...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Avon Police Department Community Outreach about Facial Recognition Technology

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Avon Police Department Community Outreach about Facial Recognition Technology

  The Avon Police Department is seeking community public comment regarding its request to use facial recognition as a crime fighting tool to assist in solving criminal i...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Updates to Avon’s E-Bike Rebate Program for Full-Time Residents

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Updates to Avon’s E-Bike Rebate Program for Full-Time Residents

Avon Town Council increases rebate options for bikes purchased after January 1, 2023

At the March 14 Avon Town Council meeting, officials increased the rebate options for full-time Av...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Holiday Seasonal Lighting in Avon – A Friendly Reminder

Town Core Map for Holiday Lighting PR

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 Co...

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

March 15 Traffic Gridlock in Avon Core

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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.  At approximately 4:00 p.m., a semi ruptured its diesel saddle tank one mile east of the Wolcott wes...

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

Closure of Eagle Valley Trail segment in Avon starts Feb. 27

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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

 

Starting Feb. 27, the Eagle Valley Trail through A...

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Posted on: February 17, 2023

Metcalf Road Culvert Repair Project

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Metcalf Road Culvert Repair Project

 

The Town of 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...

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Posted on: February 21, 2023

Town of Avon Charges Ahead with Electric Vehicles

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Town of Avon Charges Ahead with Electric Vehicles 

Five new all-electric Volkswagen ID.4s added to Town vehicle fleet

 

If you’re enjoying the fresh air in Avon lately, you might notice a hint of new-car smell.  That&...

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Posted on: January 30, 2023

Avon Launches Educational Effort to Help Community with New Recycling Mandates

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Avon Launches Educational Effort to Help Community

with New Recycling Mandates

Most residents are already in compliance with new ordinance

On September 27, 2022, the Avon Town Council passed Ordinance 22-13, which will require universal recycling for all res...

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Posted on: January 17, 2023

No Plastic Bags in Avon

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No Plastic Bags in Avon

Avon’s local ordinance is not impacted by recent changes to Colorado law

 

Recent changes to Colorado law do not impact Avon’s plastic bag ban and $0.10 paper bag fee. Businesses in Avon are subject to the Avon regulations in...

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Posted on: December 23, 2022

Avon Road Multimodal Safety and Operational Assessment Seeking Feedback

Avon Road Assessment

Avon Road Multimodal Safety and Operational Assessment

Seeking Feedback 

 

The Town of Avon is conducting a multimodal safety and operational assessment of Avon Road.   Avon Road is a roadway through the center of town with a serie...

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Posted on: December 22, 2022

Ice skating returns to Nottingham Lake

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Ice skating returns to Nottingham Lake 

 

Town of Avon plans to open ice rink on Nottingham Lake December 26

 

After a one-year hiatus due to above average temperatures and less than ideal weather conditions, the Town of Avon is bri...

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Posted on: December 21, 2022

Avon Seeks Community Members to Serve on Cultural, Arts, and Special Events Committee

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The Town of Avon is seeking community members to join the Cultural, Arts and 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 Janua...

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Posted on: December 12, 2022

Fireworks in Avon over Martin Luther King Holiday Weekend

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The Town of Avon will be launching the fireworks originally scheduled for Salute to the USA on July 3 over the Martin Luther King holiday weekend.  Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 14, 2023, to experience the spectacular Firewor...

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Posted on: August 23, 2022

Avon Recreation Center adjusts swimming pool operating hours due to short staffing

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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. Thes...

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Posted on: June 21, 2023

Nottingham Lake Reopens

Swimmer in Nottingham Lake with Beaver Creek in background

Nottingham Lake Reopens

Bacteria levels subside and the lake is now open to all users 

Effective immediately, Nottingham Lake is now open to all users. Town of Avon staff retested the lake water on Monday, June 19 and received updated results on We...

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Posted on: June 17, 2023

Nottingham Lake closed until further notice

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Nottingham Lake closed until further notice

Elevated levels of E. coli in the water prompt closure to all users

Avon, CO – Effective immediately, Nottingham Lake is off-limits to swimming, boating, fishing and all bodily contact due to high levels ...

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