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Special Olympics Colorado’s Polar Plunge Series Comes to Windsor
Special Olympics Colorado, Colorado’s premier sports organization for individuals with intellectual disabilities, is thrilled to host its annual Polar Plunge presented by Westerra Credit Union at Windsor Lake, 100 N. 5th St., on March 27, from 11am-2pm. Read on... -
Eastman Park Corridor Visioning Workshop to Help Guide Future Windsor Development
The Town of Windsor is hosting two virtual public meetings to gather community and stakeholder input on the Eastman Park Corridor project. Read on... -
Colorado Tree Coalition to Fund Tree Planting Project at Windsor Parks
The Colorado Tree Coalition has awarded a $4,000 grant to the Town of Windsor for the funding of a tree planting project at Boardwalk Park and Eastman Park. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Administrative Offices Closed on Presidents Day, Recreation Center Remains Open
Town of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 15, in observance of Presidents Day. This includes Town Hall, Public Services, and Police Department Admin Offices. The Community Recreation Center will operate under normal hours. Read on... -
Windsor PD Directs Residents to New Tool Amid Increased Reports of Unemployment Fraud
“It’s surprising how there has been a rise in fraudulent unemployment claims and other instances of fraud and identity theft since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Commander Lopez of the Windsor Police Department. Read on... -
Windsor Continues Local Businesses Support Through Food Delivery Partnership
The Town of Windsor is partnering with a regional food delivery service in an effort to help local businesses better serve customers in a pandemic market. Interested restaurants will be able to offer customers food delivery without large profit cuts. Read on... -
5 Star State Certification Now Available to Windsor Businesses in both Larimer and Weld County
Businesses receiving this certification have committed to providing their customers a safe experience while in their establishments and have completed the necessary requirements of the program. Read on... -
Advisory Boards Important, Declining Participation Concerns Windsor’s Town Clerk
Windsor’s volunteer boards and commission have long-served an important role in local government as members help guide staff regarding various taxpayer projects and initiatives. Read on... -
Windsor Plans to Distribute Relief Funds to its Weld County Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
Eligible small businesses in Windsor that have been impacted by COVID-19 restrictions might be eligible for a one-time relief payment program for their business through the COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund approved by Senate Bill 20B-001. Read on... -
Windsor Finance Department Launches Online Sales Tax and Business Licensing Tool
The Town of Windsor Finance Department has launched a new online sales tax and business licensing tool. The new system, called MUNIRevs, allows Windsor and businesses located within the community to go paperless with licensing and sales tax collections. Read on... -
State Announces Level Orange Framework, Loosens Capacity Restrictions Effective Monday
The Town of Windsor is complying with guidelines issued by the state and the loosening of restrictions moves the Town of Windsor to Level Orange: High Risk effective Jan. 4, 2021. Read on... -
Holiday Closures Announced for the Town of Windsor
In observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays, Town of Windsor administrative offices and the Community Recreation Center will have modified holiday hours. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Offers Residential Christmas Tree Recycling Program
Windsor residents are encouraged to keep their live Christmas trees out of the landfill after the holiday season comes to a close and participate in the town’s residential Christmas tree recycling program. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Addresses Anonymous Letter
In the late spring, Windsor’s Town Manager and the town’s presiding Mayor received an anonymous letter alleging concerns over gender equity internal to the Windsor Police Department. The letter recently resurfaced. Read on... -
COVID-19 Rapid Response Team Offers Testing for Windsor, Surrounding Areas
A COVID-19 testing site will be open at Eastman Park in Windsor starting Monday, December 21 and running through December 31. Testing, which will be at 7025 Eastman Park Drive, Windsor, 80550, is open to the public. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Moves to Highest Tier of Colorado Department of Local Affairs’ Main Street program
The Department of Local Affairs’ (DOLA) Colorado Main Street Program has escalated the Town of Windsor to the top tier of their ranking system. Read on... -
Short-term County Road 13 Closure South of Highway 392 Begins Dec. 14
Starting December 14, Weld County Road 13/Colorado Boulevard between Highway 392 and the Poudre River Trail’s Frank State Wildlife Trailhead will close for work related to a City of Thornton water project. Read on... -
Windsor Police Department Partners with Santa Cops of Weld County
The Windsor Police Department has partnered with Santa Cops of Weld County. Gifts can be dropped off between now and Thursday, December 17, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Windsor Police Department. Read on... -
Veterans Day Office Closures Announced for the Town of Windsor
Town of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. This includes Town Hall, Public Services and the Police Department. Read on... -
Windsor Police Launch New Crime Prevention Program, Asks Residents to Register Cameras
It happens everywhere. Packages are taken off of porches, parked vehicles get hit, and criminals knock on a neighbor’s door to see if they are home. Criminals have always been opportunists—looking for easy ways to burglarize. Read on... -
Moving Forward with 7th Street and Walnut Street Improvement Planning
The Town of Windsor 2019 Transportation Master Plan identified two areas as key corridors in need of enhanced safety and mobility for people driving, walking and biking. Efforts began in August 2020 to further research and collect public feedback. Read on... -
Multi-Agency Effort Leads to Arrest of Windsor Man for Alleged Child Pornography Charges
On October 30 at 8 a.m., Windsor Police Department Detectives working in cooperation with investigators from Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, the Loveland Police Department, and United States Department of Homeland Security served a search warrant Read on... -
Town of Windsor Asks Residents to Direct Street Lighting Concerns to Local Energy Providers
November 1 marks the end of daylight saving time, where clocks are turned back one hour. With the time shift and seasonal light changes, outdoor lighting may need to be adjusted. Read on... -
Boo! Special Halloween Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
Get tips on trick-or-treating during the pandemic, how to keep yourself and your kids safe this Halloween and more in this special digital newsletter. Read on... -
Windsor Police Participate in No Shave November to Support Special Olympics Athletes
Members of the Windsor Police Department might seem less shaven or they might don blue streaked hair this month. That’s because it’s No Shave November, a month dedicated to supporting more than 15,500 Colorado Special Olympic athletes. Read on... -
Windsor to Recognize Former Mayor Harold Stoll on His 100th Birthday
If you have a chance to sit with Windsor’s former Mayor Harold Stoll, you soon realize that the spry 99-year old has a lot to talk about. Stoll is set to celebrate his 100th birthday on Monday, October 26. Read on... -
Celebrate Halloween in Windsor with Upcoming Community Events
Celebrate Halloween in Windsor with free and low-cost activities for the whole family. Tour the Lakeview Cemetery, dive for a pumpkin and don’t forget to trick-or-treat at the Windsor History Museum. Here are a few upcoming events to put on your calendar. Read on... -
Windsor Police Host Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Windsor Police Department, 200 N. 11th St., will help residents safely dispose of unused and expired prescription medications during National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Streets, Storm Drainage Division Releases Interactive Street Sweeping Map
The Town of Windsor Streets and Storm Drainage Division is releasing a new interactive map to allow residents to be better informed about town street sweeping operations. Read on... -
October Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
Learn more about the annual budget process, voluntary water conservation measures and National Prescription Drug Take Back Day in the newest edition of the Windsor Matters Newsletter. Read on... -
Residents Asked to Voluntarily Reduce Outdoor Watering Starting October 1
Due to required field maintenance and rehabilitation work at Horsetooth Reservoir, residents are asked to limit outdoor watering beginning October 1. Read on... -
Town Streets & Storm Drainage Division Reminds Residents to Responsibly Dispose of Fall Leaves
Proper leaf collection and disposal not only keeps neighborhoods clean and welcoming, but it also makes them safer, more environmentally friendly and allows the Town’s Streets & Storm Drainage Division to maintain Town streets more efficiently. Read on... -
Town to Hold Windsor Lake Dedication September 14
In July of 1979, the Town of Windsor was officially gifted 86 shares of Kern Reservoir, what is now present day Windsor Lake. The reservoir shares were gifted from the Kodak Corporation Colorado branch which established in Windsor in the late 1960s. Read on... -
Windsor Parks Recreation & Culture Announces Extended Facility Hours
Windsor Parks Recreation & Culture announces extended facility hours for the Community Recreation Center, Chimney Park Pool and the Windsor History Museum. Read on... -
Windsor Utility Customers Invited to Fall Clean-Up Event October 2, 3
Windsor Utility customers are invited to participate in the 2020 Fall Clean-Up event October 2 and 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read on... -
Labor Day Closures Planned for Town of Windsor Facilities
Town of Windsor facilities will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. This includes Windsor’s Town Hall, the Community Recreation Center, the Public Services campus, Chimney Park Pool, and the Police Department administrative offices. Read on... -
Town of Windsor to Hold Public Services Facility Dedication, Open House September 10
The Town of Windsor will hold a dedication and open house for the Public Services facility Thursday, September 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 922 North 15th St. Read on... -
Schedule of Events Announced for Labor Day Weekend in Windsor
Typically, the fall season kicks off Labor Day weekend with the Annual Windsor Harvest Festival. Due to restrictions placed on large gatherings by the State, this year’s festivities will look different but will remain a fun-filled weekend. Read on... -
Windsor Matters Newsletter: Strategic Plan Special Edition
A new edition of Windsor Matters has posted to our website. This special edition newsletter highlights information about the Strategic Plan process and give details on ways residents can view the draft plan and provide feedback. Read on... -
County Road 5 Traffic Flow Improvement Project Scheduled to Begin August 17
Starting August 17, roadwork is scheduled to begin on Larimer County Road 5 (LCR 5) near Highway 392. These road updates are designed to improve traffic flow along LCR 5 in areas currently susceptible to regular traffic congestion. Read on... -
Windsor Seeks Community Input on Town’s Draft Strategic Plan, Introduces Online Engagement Platform
With the last strategic plan revised in 2018 and three newly elected Town Board members and a new Mayor, the Town of Windsor is once again revising its Strategic Plan and working to gather public feedback on the draft plan. Read on... -
Windsor’s Advisory Boards have Several Vacancies, Applicants Needed
Possibly due to COVID-19 and the changing landscape of everyday lives, the Town of Windsor has more advisory board vacancies than it has seen in recent years. Advisory board positions are volunteer positions that provide key input into town projects. Read on... -
Harmony Road Closure Scheduled For July 31, August 1
Weather permitting, the Harmony Road and Weld County Road 15 intersection will be closed Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1 for milling and overlay roadwork. This road closure is part of a larger project to improve road conditions along Harmony Road. Read on... -
July Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
It is more important than ever to support our businesses and shop local. Learn how you can help local businesses while keeping yourself safe in the latest edition of the Windsor Matters newsletter. Read on... -
Windsor Police Arrest Suspect Involved in Hotel Shooting, Investigation Continues
A suspect has been arrested for involvement in an early morning shooting at a Windsor, Colorado, hotel. The suspect, identified as 48-year old Johnny Torres, of Casper, Wyoming, was involved in a disturbance with a male victim... Read on... -
Windsor Police Respond to Shooting at AmericInn
On Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at 5:49 a.m., Windsor Police dispatch received a call about an unidentified male who was shot at the AmericInn, located at 7645 Westgate Drive. Police located the victim and he was immediately transferred to the hospital... Read on... -
Special July 4th Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
Learn about how you can celebrate the 4th of July safely in Windsor in this special edition of the Windsor Matters newsletter. Read on... -
Letter to the Community
Letter to the Community from Mayor Paul Rennemeyer and Town Board: On behalf of the Windsor Town Board, let me be the first to say that we do not condone or accept any form of racism, discrimination, brutality, or inequity.... Read on... -
Public Works Streets Division Reminds Drivers to Use Caution as Summer Street Maintenance Begins
The Town of Windsor Public Works Street Division will begin asphalt patching and street striping operations in July and reminds drivers to slow down in work zones. Read on... -
Windsor to Host Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display, Announces New Location
Amid COVID-19 public safety concerns and requirements regarding physical distancing and events, the Town of Windsor was faced with two choices. Either the town could cancel the annual community fireworks display or it could find a new, central location. Read on... -
Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture to Open Windsor History Museum
In alignment with the state’s latest “Safer at Home” health orders, the Town of Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture Department will open the Windsor History Museum formerly known as Boardwalk Park Museum to the public on Saturday, June 20. Read on... -
Town of Windsor to Open Town Hall and Police Department Starting Monday, June 15
On Monday, June 15, Windsor’s Town Hall, 301 Walnut St., and Police Department, 200 N. 11th St., will open to the public for customer service tasks and by-appointment meetings. Read on... -
Colorado Shooting Range Development Grants Fund Nine Shooting Ranges, Including Kodak Archery Range
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has awarded $725,000 to nine shooting ranges across Colorado through the agency’s Shooting Range Development Grant Program (SRDG). The funds will go toward developing new shooting ranges and to upgrade existing ranges. Read on... -
Windsor Water Quality Surpasses State, Federal Standards
The Town of Windsor Water Quality Report is now available to the public, and concludes that Windsor’s water surpasses federal and state standards. Read on... -
Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture to Open Facilities with Restrictions Defined by State
The Town of Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture Department will re-open the Community Recreation Center, Chimney Park Pool, Windsor Lake rentals, playgrounds and baseball fields to the public on June 8 with safety restrictions imposed by the state. Read on... -
Windsor Farmers Market Announces 2020 Dates, New Safety Guidelines
Windsor’s Farmers Market is back for 2020, offering local produce and goods close to home. The market begins June 20 and runs through September 12 on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Boardwalk Park, 110 5th St. Read on... -
June 2020 Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
Learn how you can keep yourself safe while dining out, get tips on conserving water while keeping your lawn green, and more in this latest edition of the Windsor Matters Newsletter. Read on... -
Windsor to Open Kyger Open Space Trail May 29
The town of Windsor, in partnership with Larimer County Department of Natural Resources, will open the Kyger Open Space Trail to the public on Friday, May 29. The new trail is over a one-mile loop of paved and soft trail around the Kyger Reservoir. Read on... -
Windsor’s Economic Development Department Offers Marketing Grants to Local Businesses
The Town of Windsor has allocated $75,000 to support an Economic Development Mini-Marketing Grant Program. Grants up to $500 will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to Windsor businesses for marketing and advertisement. Read on... -
National Public Works Week to Take Place May 17-23
During the May 11 Windsor Town Board meeting, Mayor Paul Rennemeyer signed a proclamation declaring May 17 through May 23 as National Public Works Week. Read on... -
Windsor Chamber of Commerce Announces New Executive Director
The Windsor Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is proud to announce that Michelle Vance has been named the new Executive Director. She will start her position on June 1, 2020. Read on... -
May 2020 Edition of the Windsor Matters Newsletter Now Available
Newly-elected Mayor Paul Rennemeyer lays out his vision and commitment to Windsor in this new edition of the Windsor Matters Newsletter. Read on... -
Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture Provides an Update on Services, Programs and Events
In alignment with state “Safer at Home” health orders and out of an abundance of caution, the Town of Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture Department wants to provide an update regarding programs and services. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Committed to Keeping Essential Services Intact, Avoids Lay Offs
Six weeks have passed with town facilities closed and programs and events cancelled. To date, the Town of Windsor has temporarily reassigned 30 part time positions and placed 9 employees on temporary furlough. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Moves to “Safer at Home” Level of Physical Distancing
On Monday, April 27, the Town of Windsor moved from the “Stay at Home” level of restrictions toward the next “Safer at Home” model of physical distancing measures. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Estimates COVID-19 Financial Impacts, Assesses Financial Sustainability
While there is no way to completely forecast the economic impact COVID-19 will have on the Town of Windsor, municipal staff and Town Board recently took a close look at the 2020 operating budget to plan for a financial worst-case-scenario. Read on... -
Official Results from Windsor’s 2020 Municipal Election Released
Windsor’s municipal election was held on April 7. It has been determined that Paul Rennemeyer, having received the highest number of votes tallied at 3,266, has officially been elected to the position of Mayor. Read on... -
Town of Windsor to Host Virtual Community Conversation April 20
Windsor residents are invited to join the next virtual Community Conversation on Monday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Mayor Kristie Melendez, town department heads and members of Town Board will give updates on the town’s response to COVID-19. Read on... -
Town of Windsor Closes Recycling Center Due to Low Participation, High Operation Costs
After a long-term program evaluation, the Windsor Town Board made the decision to permanently close the Sorted Materials Recycling Center located at the Public Services Campus, 922 N 15th St. Read on... -
Windsor Earns Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Town of Windsor has earned its eleventh annual Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) from the 2018 fiscal year. Read on... -
Preliminary Results from 2020 Municipal Election Released
Windsor’s municipal election was held on April 7. The Town Clerk is required to accept ballots from Uniformed and Overseas Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) voters up to eight days after the election. Read on... -
Weld County Board of Commissioners Pulls Out of C-PACE Program, Jeopardizes Windsor Sports Complex
With construction of a 118-acre sports tourism campus underway at the location known as the Diamond Valley, Weld County Commissioners made a last-minute decision to pull out of a program that makes private funding available to qualifying projects. Read on... -
Windsor Residents Encouraged to Participate in April 7 Election Day
Tomorrow, April 7, 2020 is Windsor’s municipal election and the last day for residents to submit their ballots. Read on... -
Special Census Edition of Windsor Matters Digital Newsletter Now Available!
The 2020 Census is still on, and it is more important than ever to make sure you are counted! Learn about the importance of the Census and how to participate in this special digital newsletter. Read on... -
Windsor Parks Division Cancels Thursday Kern Ditch Burn
The Town of Windsor Parks Division has cancelled its previously scheduled controlled burn at the Kern Ditch in Chimney Park. The burn was intended for Thursday but due to Fire Department fire restrictions, the town needed to postpone to a later date. Read on... -
Windsor Operated Facilities Close to the Public to Encourage Social Distancing
Town of Windsor facilities will close to the public beginning at midnight to protect essential services while attempting to stop the spread of COVID-19. At this time, there are no confirmed cases of the virus within town limits. Read on... -
Windsor Town Manager Issues Emergency Declaration in Response to COVID-19
Town Manager Shane Hale has issued a Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency in response to COVID-19 effective 8 a.m., Tuesday, March 17. The declaration was made in the interests of public health and safety. Read on... -
Windsor to Close Recreation Center, Cancel Programs Out of an Abundance of Caution
Out of an abundance of caution, the Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture Department has suspended all programs and activities. Effective 9 pm, the Windsor Community Recreation Center and Art & Heritage Center will also close to the public. Read on... -
Delayed Start Dates for New Software, Increased Rates for Public Works Fill Station
The water fill station located at Windsor’s Public Services Campus, 922 N. 15th St., is operating with increased rates and will begin utilizing a new service system on March 30. Read on... -
Windsor Downtown Project Seeks New Partner to Bring Backlots Project to Life
On Friday, March 6, Brinkman Inc.—the Fort Collins-based company originally selected to develop a vacant parcel of land in downtown Windsor—respectfully discontinued development of the project known as the Windsor Downtown Backlots area. Read on... -
Windsor Police Announces Promotion of Five Officers, Presents Others with Life-Saving Award
The Windsor Police Department honored several of their own this month in separate ceremonies to recognize their service. Read on... -
Windsor Bans Smoking and Vaping in Recreation Areas Starting January 1, 2020
The Town of Windsor is set to ban smoking and vapor inhalation in Town-owned recreation areas on January 1, 2020 in an effort to provide for the public health, safety and welfare of the community. Read on...
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