February 2, 2026 (Groundhog Day)
Report federal misconduct, safety upgrades at 28th & Pine, rezoning at 55th and Arapahoe, Elevate Boulder events, new lanes on East Arapahoe, arts and parks kudos, and increasing community actions.
Nicole Speer
Community-building is our strongest defense
Strengthening our connections to each other is how we protect our community from harm.
January 19, 2026 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
Updates on Boulder Falls access, OSMP’s Year‑in‑Review, upcoming purchasing and land‑use discussions, oil‑and‑gas investments in Colorado's 2024 primary elections.
January 12, 2026
Updates on Council’s 2026 retreat and last week's decisions, new grant and volunteer opportunities, regional transportation progress, and local energy, air‑quality, and governance conversations.
My 2026 proposals for Council priorities
Practical additions I offered for the 2026 Council workplan that help Boulder plan ahead, use resources wisely, and stay steady in an unpredictable environment.
2026 Meeting Agendas and Outcomes
This post tracks summaries and outcomes for key items from 2026 City Council meetings: what was discussed, why it mattered, and what decisions were made.
January 5, 2026
New resource pages, landscaping and outdoor‑area rules, a letter to Xcel, board and commission applications, and student‑led tax relief on essential products.
What We Do in a Year Like This
Welcome to 2026. As we settle into the new year, let’s stay present, notice what’s changing, and look out for one another.
December 15, 2025
Wildfire‑safe landscaping, purchasing updates, board and commission applications, end-of-year community events, and a two‑week Council recess.
December 8, 2025
E‑bike safety videos, Elevate Boulder stories, 15‑minute neighborhoods and Comprehensive Plan updates, and holiday celebrations.
December 1, 2025
Arts and culture funding opportunities, Council swearing‑in and budget hearing, plus caroling hikes, art openings, and the Winter Market.
November 17, 2025
Transit survey deadline this week, Buff Pantry steps up, Council reviews redevelopment near Williams Village and discusses tools for economic development.