Inside Arvada

Inside Arvada is the City of Arvada’s official podcast where we bring you conversations with the people who make Arvada a thriving community. Hear stories about the past, present and future of Arvada through the lens of the City team members who help make it all happen. Explore the complex topics impacting our community and dig in to conversations about parks and sustainability, development, transportation, water resources and more.

Inside Arvada is a government podcast hosted by City of Arvada, with 60 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

City of Arvada hosts Inside Arvada, a government show with 60 episodes published.

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  Episode #59

  How Arvada Decides What Roads to Repave

  Aug 5, 202622 min

  Send us Fan Mail We share a progress update on our goal to repave 75 lane miles of road, more than double what is completed in a typical year. We explain how the pavement management program decides what roads to repave and clear up common misconceptions about surface treatments, warranties, and safety concerns. See where work is happening or proposed in 2026 Learn about the program funding and decision making process Check out the dashboard of progress on our 2026 goals News & Events Movies Around Town on Friday, Aug. with Little Shop Horrors People's Choice Movie Poll : vote for the movie you want to see by Aug. 31! Bulky Item Drop off Event on Saturday, Aug. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC) Participate in 150 Tables Across Colorado Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

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  Episode #58

  How Arvada Police Are Using Drones

  Jul 22, 202629 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Commander Jason Ammon to explain ARTIC, Arvada’s Real Time Information Center , that connects cameras , drones, and dispatch tools to support emergency response. We walk through how drone first response works, why it can make scenes safer, and how privacy limits, data retention, and a public transparency dashboard keep the program accountable. News & Events: Movies Around Town : Little Shop of Horrors at West Woods Park, Friday, August 21 Arts and Culture Commission is selecting artists to replace the Olde Town street murals later this year Final Bulky Item Drop-off Event is Saturday, August 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Area Athletic Complex (NAAC) Be sure to register your neighborhood event for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4 to request a visit from Arvada Police and Fire Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

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  Episode #57

  How Arvada is Addressing Homelessness

  Jul 8, 202622 min

  Send us Fan Mail We talk with Arvada’s homelessness manager, Lynette Badasarian, about how the City is addressing homelessness, including outreach, help with IDs, reunification, and transitional housing. We also break down common myths, share local data on homelessness, and explain how community members can support the network of partners doing this work every day. In this episode: Lynette’s role supporting her team of navigators , outreach, grants, budgets, and cross-department leadership Listen back to Inside Arvada episode 22 with homelessness case managers Hudson Janz and Alex Williams Progress update on the city's goal to help 65 people exit homelessness in 2026, with 47 exits so far How the City's homelessness team coordinates efforts with Arvada PD and the Parks Department to connect people to safer options and resources The City's transitional housing program at Suburban Studios and why readiness affects success rates How people can get support with homelessness , including basic needs and benefits, a day shelter, food assistance, health and medical, housing and navigation, and legal/judicial How you can help address homelessness, including donating through the Colorado Gives Foundation or providing supplies through our Amazon Wish List Answering some frequently asked questions about homelessness , such as what percentage of people 'choose to be homeless' Data from the 2026 Point In Time Count You can stay in touch by texting us using the link at the top of the episode or by emailing us at podcast@arvada.org. Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

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  Episode #56

  What You Need to Know About the New Wildfire Building Codes

  Jun 24, 202629 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail Chief Building Official Kylie Flynn breaks down Arvada’s building code updates and explains why these standards can protect your safety, your finances, and your home’s long-term value. We walk through what’s changing around wildfire resiliency, energy readiness, and residential sprinklers, plus how to avoid costly surprises by asking the right permit questions early. In this episode: 2026 building code updates Preparing your property for wildfire Wildfire resiliency code FAQs Search your wildfire risk zone using the online map News & Events: 4th of July Fireworks Display at Stenger Sports Complex June 25 open house for Robbery Ferrufino Park playground renovation Late summer Garden In A Box with Resource Central pre-sale is available now As a reminder we love hearing from our listeners you can stay in touch by texting us using the link at the top of the show notes or you can email us at podcast@arvada.org. Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

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  Episode #55

  What Happens to Closed Schools in Arvada?

  Jun 10, 202632 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>We walk through what Jeffco Public Schools does after a school closes, from the board’s surplus vote to the different paths a property can take before it ever reaches the open market. Jeffco COO Jeff Gatlin explains how community benefit, municipal partnerships, and long-term enrollment projections shape outcomes in Arvada. </p><p>Included in this episode:</p>How the board decides to surplus a closed school property What “municipal interest” means, why cities get first conversations and the Municipal Interest Flow ChartWhere Arvada properties stand, including Allendale, Arvada K-8, Campbell, Fitzmorris, Parr, Peck and...

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