Arvada
Colorado
City Of Arvada
Arvada, Colorado, a beautiful first-ring suburb of Denver, the Mile High City. Arvada retains a small-town feel even with its estimated population of 106,327. Established in 1870, Arvada enjoys a rich history, quiet tree-lined neighborhoods, and a robust mix of business. Our strong civic leadership balances quality of life with an understanding and support of business and economic development. Indeed, the City has been recognized at the state and national level for its business retention program.
Arvada's land encompasses nearly 23,000 acres; approximately 1,000 acres remains available for commercial and industrial development. Three proximate interstate highways provide easy access to the larger metropolitan region and Denver International Airport. An extraordinary trail system links with Denver trails on the east and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains to the west, punctuated with thousands of acres of parks and open spaces.
Residents and businesses have easy access to world-class research institutions including the University of Colorado and Colorado School of Mines; in addition, the Arvada campus of Red Rocks Community College provides training assistance to meet employer needs.
Arvada offers unique amenities. The historic downtown, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, provides an eclectic shopping and dining experience, and in the future will include one of three area transit stops as part of the metropolitan FasTracks light rail system currently under development. The City also takes great pride in the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, the largest multi-disciplinary art and cultural center in the country. The center offers everything from award-winning theater productions and concerts to educational classes, as well as a large banquet facility for corporate and social gatherings.
Arvada's diverse economic base, highly educated workforce, low crime rate, and superb quality of life have helped shape our community into one of the most attractive and competitive cities in the Centennial State!
Recent News
City of Arvada Announces New Director of Community and Economic Development
Jessica Garner, AICP, has been named the City of Arvada’s new Director of Community and Economic Development. In this role, Garner will provide overall leadership and direction for the community and economic development department and its…
Read More »Arvada Jeffco Public Schools and Apex Celebrate Meyers Pool Groundbreaking
City of Arvada, Jeffco Public Schools and Apex Park and Recreation Celebrate Meyers Pool Reconstruction with Groundbreaking Ceremony Arvada, CO – On June 20 the City of Arvada and partner organizations Jeffco Public Schools and Apex Park…
Read More »City Of Arvada : Annual Arvada Kite Festival Features Fun for the Whole Family
Arvada, CO - The 18th annual Arvada Kite Festival is Sunday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stenger Sports Complex (11200 W. 58th Ave.). The free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to celebrate the start of spring! This event is produced…
Read More »City Of Arvada Hosts Open House To Gain Feedback On Olde Town Plans And Designs
The City of Arvada will host an open house to gain community feedback on the final plan strategies and design recommendations for the future of Olde Town Arvada between 4 and 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8. The event will take place at New Image…
Read More »City of Arvada : Launches Olde Town Parking Finder Platform with Modii
Arvada, Colorado - The City of Arvada is excited to launch its Modii Parking Finder Platform. Utilizing this proprietary technology, the City can continue to improve the ability to serve commuters in Arvada. Arvada selected Modii to establish its…
Read More »City Of Arvada News New Arvada Post Office Mural Celebrates Shared Connections With Loved Ones Far Away
ARVADA – Colorado-based artist Marco Antonio Garcia recently completed his new mural near the Allison Street Post Office in Arvada. Garcia has titled the mural “La Letra,” which means “the letter” in Spanish. The mural…
Read More »City Of Arvada Micromobility Extends Into 2023
City of Arvada Shared Micromobility Pilot Program to Extend into 2023 Following the direction of the City Council and feedback at the November 14 Council workshop, the City team will move forward with an additional year of the shared micromobility…
Read More »City Of Arvada News Single-Use Plastic And Paper Bag Fees Begin Jan. 1, 2023
Starting Jan. 1, 2023, large stores in Colorado will begin charging a $0.10 fee on plastic and paper checkout bags as part of a statewide mandate established by the State of Colorado’s Plastic Pollution Reduction Act (House Bill 21-1162),…
Read More »City Of Arvada News : Ed Brady appointed Chief of Police
On Dec. 15, City Manager Lorie Gillis announced that she has appointed Ed Brady as the new Arvada Chief of Police. The official Swearing-In Ceremony will occur at the beginning of the Monday, Dec. 19 City Council meeting (approximately 6 p.m.) at…
Read More »City Of Arvada Police Chief Link Strate Announces Retirement
After serving the Arvada Police Department (APD) for 35 years, Chief Link Strate has announced his retirement effective Dec. 31, 2022. In a message to the City team, Chief Strate stated, “It has been my greatest professional joy to serve as an…
Read More »City Of Arvada News City Council Approves Utilities Funds
City Council approves issuance of bonds for water and wastewater infrastructure and 2023 rates for water customers and developers ARVADA – The City of Arvada City Council approved the water, wastewater and stormwater rates and fees as well…
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