🌱 HB22-1351 Takes Effect + Holiday Weekend Events In Lakewood

Hello, neighbors! Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Lakewood Daily, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on locally. Let's do this...

First, today's weather:

Warmer with clouds and sun. High: 85 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Lakewood today:

1. Governor Polis' new law to help save Coloradans on gas and vehicle registration went into effect yesterday, Jul. 1. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Brittany Pettersen of Lakewood, along with Rep. Dylan Roberts of Avon and Rep. Barbara McLachlan of Durango. It will reportedly lower vehicle registration costs and the anticipated statewide road usage fee. According to the Governor, this bill is expected to save Coloradans $45 million at the gas pump and nearly $34 million in vehicle registration fees. Several additional state laws also took effect on Jul. 1, including reductions of business startup and healthcare professional licensing fees in Colorado, and a new ability for businesses to impose a maximum 2 percent surcharge on credit card transactions. (FOX 31 Denver)
2. What's happening in and around Lakewood for the holiday weekend? Today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., you can stop by the Downtown Lakewood Farmers Market at 439 S. Upham St. to enjoy 50-plus food and craft vendors, plus live music and adult beverages. 439 S. Upham St. Then, head over to Core Art Space (6501 W. Colfax Ave.) today or tomorrow from noon to 5:00 p.m. for "Enlightenment," a kiln-fired stained glass painting exhibit by Maria Valentina Sheets. Check out Denverite's list of weekend activities for more events happening just outside of town. (Denverite)
3. If you're looking to bring a new four-legged family member into your home, look no further than these Lakewood-are animal shelters. Numerous cats, dogs, and a litter of Catahoula Leopard Dog Vizsla Mix puppies are among the available local pets in this week's roundup. Check out this list from Patch and Petfinder for all the details. (Lakewood Patch)

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Today in Lakewood:

• Downtown Lakewood Farmers Market At 439 S. Upham St. (9:00 AM)
• Metro Denver Farmers' Market At Lakewood Mile Hi Church (10:00 AM)
• Yoga & Mimosas At Garage Sale Vintage (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• As you gear up to celebrate the 4th, the City reminds the community that all fireworks are illegal in Lakewood. If you see illegal fireworks, please use the firework hotline number to report: (303) 980-7340, or help map firework use at this link. (Lakewood Colorado City Government via Facebook)
• The Lakewood Police Department is looking for a female suspect who is wanted for questioning in a vandalism spree near the Colorado Mills Mall. The Department shared a security camera photo of the woman in question on Facebook. (Lakewood Police Department via Facebook)
• There's still time to put in your application to serve on Lakewood's boards and commissions! Apply online by Tuesday, Jul. 5 to be considered. (Lakewood Colorado City Government via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. Have a great 4th of July weekend!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.