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Last Friday was a great day for Arvada and Apex as we broke ground for the Apex Indoor Tennis Center at 64th and Miller.   This is the beginning of the “big three” recreation projects for the Apex Community.     These projects were approved by the Apex voters by an overwhelming landslide vote last…

The Wall Street Journal just posted a great article that references how using the Internet of Things and data analytics are giving rise to the smart city.   Introductions of this type of technology may help Arvada reduce traffic congestion and identify maintenance issues efficiently in the Future.    I want to help get us…

I want to earn your vote for the Arvada City Council at-large seat this November. Running a campaign is an expensive undertaking. Your support as an organization or individual would be greatly appreciated.  There is a $750 limit on contributions from a business or an individual. Please make your check payable to “Whitfield for Arvada”…

Here is a copy of the Jeffco All Inclusive Ballot for you to pre-read. allinclusivesampleballot    

Hi, I’m Jim Whitfield . Born in Denver, I’m a 2nd generation Colorado native.  We moved from 26th and Harlan to Arvada in 1965.  I attended Lawrence Elementary with Lorraine Anderson’s son Kurt and Elizabeth Chambers.   I then went to Arvada Junior High (National Junior Honor Society) and Arvada High School (National Honor Society), class…

Here is a link to detailed presentation of the projects that will be completed if Ballot Issue A passes:Apex-2016-ballot-issue-A-projects These projects were presented to Arvada City Council on February 5th.   Here is a link to the video presentation:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixodsS5kJuQ We would greatly appreciate your YES vote on this issue.  

We have kicked off the election campaign.   Here is the two page brochure reviewing the projects:   Apex-PRD-2016-Projects        The Apex Renewal for All “ARFA” campaign committee is seeking donations to help cover the costs of yard signs and other election material required for a winning effort.      This election is a renewal of the bonds that built…

It was a great team effort.   Some have been working to see Urban Renewal (URA) Tax Incentive Finance  (TIF) for nearly two decades.   I was only a bit player for about two of them.     County, School, and Special District Government were able to craft legislation that was approved by a split Colorado Congress and ultimately…

Here are some renderings of the future Ward Street station.   More about this station can be obtained from Scott Brink: Scott Brink Director of Public Works Office Phone:  303-235-2860 www.ci.wheatridge.co.us  

Please reference the link below to access the entry form for the 1st Annual Arvada Food Bank Golf Fundraiser. 2015-Arvada-Food-Bank-Golf