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Longmont council backs Boulder County child-care tax measure after deadlock

The 5-1 vote ended two failed votes earlier in August and endorsed a measure that would cost property owners an estimated $16 per $100,000 of residential value.

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Energy

Colorado regulators suspend proposed gas tariff affecting Center

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission put Public Service Company of Colorado’s proposed commercial gas schedule on hold for 120 days while an administrative law judge reviews supply and municipal resale questions.

Government

Colorado agencies report technology savings, faster services and AI safeguards

State agencies reported negotiated savings, shorter service times and artificial-intelligence tools for benefits, fraud screening and document processing as lawmakers pressed for stronger oversight.

Energy

Colorado Public Utilities Commission sets energy-assistance charge at 86 cents a month for 2026-27

The inflation-adjusted charge will be collected through regulated utility bills to support programs that limit participating customers’ energy costs to 6% of income.

Health

Superior to consider resolution supporting radiation compensation expansion

The Town Council is scheduled to consider urging Congress to pass a bill that could make some Colorado residents eligible for federal radiation compensation.

Public Safety

Colorado regulators approve 911 report flagging copper-network risks

Staff warned that retiring copper service could require 911 centers and municipalities to test backup options for alarms, call boxes and other emergency systems.

Transportation

Longmont approves urban renewal plan, up to $38 million for transit-center garage

The unanimous action advances a five-story, 700-space downtown garage toward a planned 2026 debt sale and construction, with final borrowing terms to be set later.

Government

Louisville commenters seek more protected land, Dutch Creek buffer and Trail 18 reroute

Public commenters want Louisville to protect more land, add a 120-foot Dutch Creek buffer and remove or reroute Trail 18 as the city reviews draft parks and trail plans ahead of possible October adoption.

Government

Superior approves land-use amendment for up to 226 Zaharias homes

The council approved the planned-development amendment at the legislative stage, while the proposed housing mix and project commitments remain subject to later development approvals.