Live Music 
Kate Farmer & Oliver Jacobson this Saturday!

See you Saturday 5-7 for a local favorite Kate Farmer who will be playing with Oliver Jacobson, the talented fiddle player for Foxfeather! With the talent of these two combined – it is going to be a special night.  
Weather permitting we will get to enjoy music on the back patio –  inside or out this venue is like a second home. At the Gold Hill Store & Pub you will find delicious homemade pizza, drinks, and great company. 

Plus mark your calendars for:
Saturday, Sept 21st ~ Bob Barrick
Saturday,  Sept 28th ~ Silent Bear 
Saturday, Oct 5th ~ Billy Shaddox 

If you have any favorites you want to be sure to see, let us know!

  Store Hours
Mon – Thursday 11-5
Friday 11-9 
Saturday 10-9
Sunday 9-5

Live Music 
The TuneFarmers – Saturday!

See you Saturday, 5-7 pm, for an evening with Mike and Bonnie Coats. This duo is a master of strings and jam to the Americana/Acoustic/Country themes. From original lyrics to Gordon Lightfoot covers these guys are great. 
Bring a layer as we will host music on the fabulous back patio as long as it resembles summer. 
Homemade pizza, drinks, and great company await. 
Band plays for donations. 
 
Plus mark your calendars for:
Saturday, Sept 14th ~ Kate Farmer and Oliver Jacobsen of Fox Feather
Saturday, Sept 21st ~ Bob Barrick
Saturday, Sept 28th ~ Silent Bear 

If you have any favorites you want to be sure to see, let us know! 

laurenebrown5115@nullgmail.com

Hey all, 

Are you a local artist?

Next Farmer’s Market this Sunday (August 25) from 1-3pm

Hi neighbors, Just a reminder that the next Farmer’s Market will be this Sunday from 1-3pm at the fire station located at Poorman and Four Mile Canyon. If you have something to sell, you’re welcome to get there around 12:30 to set up. – We welcome your handmade and homegrown goods. If you have something to sell, you don’t need to sign up in advance or reserve a spot – just show up! – You can buy, sell, or trade items – If you don’t have anything to sell, come to shop! In the past, we’ve had homemade pies, fresh baked breads, fruits and vegetables, jams, herbs, tea, coffee, kombucha, local honey, a local wool spinner, plants, locally-made soaps, ceramics, crafts, and chainsaw sharpening – and many other things I’m sure I’m forgetting! – Please bring small bills and change to make transactions easier. You can find more info on our website www.fourmilefarmersmarket.com  or feel free to contact me directly with any questions. Hope to see you all this weekend!

Molly Seeling

mollyseeling@nullgmail.com

This fall’s bocce tournament will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019, starting at 8:00 AM. There are only a couple of slots left, but if you are interested in joining the fun, please email Bear Carlson with the names of your two-person team at: Lawrence.carlson@nullcolorado.edu

Sunday, September 15, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm, Main Street, Gold Hill

The Gold Hill Art Show features our Arts and Crafts Fair filled with handmade items from Front Range artists. Our annual bake sale featuring homemade pies and cookies, while the Rummage Sale will offer antiques, clothing and much more. If you like to shop at thrift shops, you’ll love this festival. There will be sodas and beer, bratwursts and live music provided by Haiden Davis. Also, kids can look forward to a special appearance by Smokey the Bear! Come early for treasures. All proceeds will benefit the Gold Hill Town Meeting and will support individual relief funds and the community at large. This event is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

Gold Hill is an historic mining town celebrating its 159th anniversary. It is located an easy drive 9 miles west of Boulder via Mapleton Ave/Sunshine Canyon. Enjoy a stroll down Main Street and take in the beauty of times gone by. Businesses to visit include the Gold Hill Store and Pub (goldhillstore.com) the Red Store featuring pottery and stained glass and the Gold Hill Inn (goldhillinn.com) open for dinner at 5 pm. Gold Hill also boasts Colorado’s oldest continually running Elementary school, a history Museum, and a unique spirit that has endured for years. Please join us for this celebration of survival, culture. and a very special sense of Community!!

For more information visit goldhilltown.com or contact
Dan Maedke (305) 699-7299. maedkedan@nullgmail.com

From: “Chris Finn” <cfinn@nullgoldhillinn.com>
Date: August 12, 2019 at 10:58:14 PM MDT
To: “Tony Vrba” <tonyvrba@nullgmail.com>
Subject: FW: switzerland trail running race

From: Maya MacHamer <fourmilewatershed@nullgmail.com>

Subject: Switzerland trail running race

Hello,

The Fourmile Watershed Coalition and Fire District are working with InMotion Running Store and Joe Grant from Gold Hill to plan a running race on Sept 22, 2019.  The race will be a 5K, 1/2 Marathon and 50K (and possibly a kids race).  The 5K is around Dixon Rd in Gold Hill.  1/2 Marathon is Gold Hill to Sunset and 50K is Gold Hill to North Switz, down to Sunset, up Penn Gulch and back to Gold Hill through Sugarloaf and Sunset Switzerland Trail.  Start and finish are at the Gold Hill Inn.  Most participants will be bussed up the mountain. Map attached.

We are working with a professional race planner who is an Australian Olympic runner.  He is donating his time (this year) for race planning.  All funds raised will go to a collective “Forest Restoration Fund” to be used for forest health and fire mitigation projects to be determined by the 4 fire districts.

We are requesting assistance from the fire districts to provide medical volunteers at strategic locations and aid stations.  We would also like HAMM radio operators where communication is difficult.  More planning and coordination to come.  Just wanted to let you know about the date so that you can start discussing with your volunteers.

Thanks, Maya

Maya MacHamer

Watershed Coalition Coordinator

Fourmile Watershed Coalition

1740 Fourmile Canyon Dr.

Boulder, Co. 80302

(c) 303-817-2261

(o) 303-449-3333

fourmilewatershed.org

Subject: Annual Customer Appreciation party at Max and Deb’s on the Ridge

Hi everyone:

We are once again inviting you to join us for our annual Customer Appreciation potluck party on Sunday, September 1^st, in Gold Hill, Colorado at 8400’ in the Colorado rockies at the cabin on the ridge.  It’s always a fun time.  The party starts at 2 pm and goes until there is no one left!  You and your instruments are most welcome.  We will provide a tent and small stage for anyone who would like to perform.

We provide barbecued country-style ribs, hamburgers/cheeseburgers, beer, some spirits and mixers and corn on the cob.  We ask our guests to provide a side dish and bring your smiles.  Hopefully, the weather will cooperate but in years past, some of the best parties have been on the cool and wet side when we move inside the cabin by the fireplace.

Be prepared for lots of sun, possible showers, cool temperatures when the sun goes down and wear comfortable shoes.

Max and I appreciate your business supporting both Yeager Excavating and Gifts of Nature and we look forward to seeing you. 

Please park out on the driveway and allow room by the cabin or those that need some assistance walking.

Enjoy…..Debra Yeager, Gifts of Nature, deb@nullmountainvisions.net

                Max Yeager, Yeager Excavating

Don’t forget Live Music at the General Store Saturday! Local favorite Shanna in a Dress returns to give us an intimate acoustic set from 5-7 pm. We will be hosting on the back patio, weather permitting! This witty wordsmith can make audiences cry and laugh in the same song and says what we’re all thinking but are too scared to say. If Ingrid Michaelson, Taylor Swift, and Phoebe from Friends could somehow create a lovechild… it still wouldn’t fully describe Shanna in Dress. Check her out here: https://www.youtube.com/shannainadress

Gold Hill Town Meeting  – agenda

Monday, 7:00 p.m. August 12th, 2019 Community Center  

Review of Previous Minutes

Treasurer’s Report

1. Town Council Elections
2. GH School
3. Climate/Sustainability Update
4. Renewable and Clean Energy Grant
5. Wildfire Partner Days for GHFPD/GHTM community
6. Gold Rush
7. Museum update – Calendars
8. Mining – From Dick Cole – Hi everyone–forwarded here is the letter sent on 8/3 by MLRB  to Colorado Milling Company. Lots of information contained in letter—includes findings of fact-a sort of history of past few years and a finding that a violation has occurred. MLRB issued an order to CMC to cease and desist any mining activity, a fine of $7200 and a bond increase of $21000. Seems like final resolution of the proposed permit amendment may happen by end of September, we’ll see.

    Thanks, Dick

https://dnrweblink.state.co.us/drms/0/doc/1284349/Page1.aspx?searchid=c042ec8e-30af-4d53-b537-64660188904a

Upcoming Meetings/Events

Next Gold Hill Town Meeting – October 14^th

Other:

IMA

CSA

Forestry report

Cemetery committee

SafeLink/NeighborLink/AirLink

Weed Management

Historical Zoning

Forest MGT/CWPP

Fire Department

Cemetery 

From: “Boulder County Information” <bouldercounty@nullpublic.govdelivery.com>
Date: August 2, 2019 at 3:11:08 PM CDT
Subject: Boulder Canyon/CO 119 CLOSED 10 a.m. to Midnight on Monday
Reply-To: bouldercounty@nullpublic.govdelivery.com

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. CDOT Blasting to Require Extended Closures of CO 119 on Monday I wanted to ensure that everyone is aware of the following from CDOT regarding Monday’s upcoming extended closure: Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with Zak Dirt, is extending the closure of Colorado Highway 119 Boulder Canyon on Monday, Aug. 5, in order to deal with several large boulders expected to fall in the regular blast.    The closure, from Arapahoe Avenue to Fourmile Canyon Road, is now scheduled from 10 a.m. to midnight, but if the work is completed earlier, the road will be opened earlier.    After analyzing the nature of the canyon rock and the blast removal plan for Monday, CDOT determined that a large quantity of large boulders will come down when the removal takes place. These rocks are anticipated to be so large that they will likely require a second blast on the ground so that they can be removed from the highway.    During this closure, motorists will be required to use the alternate routes of CO 72 or Lefthand Canyon Drive. Local resident access will be maintained between Fourmile Canyon Road and Nederland. Crews will work as quickly as they can, and if the work is completed before midnight, the highway will reopen early.    Due to the unpredictable nature of blasting operations, it is difficult to predict how the rock will react to the blasts. CDOT engineers and geotechnical experts are continuously monitoring and adjusting the plans in order to minimize public impact, but will always utilize a full closure to maintain public safety.    On Tuesday, Aug. 6, full closures for blasting will return to the regularly scheduled 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.   To date, approximately 20,000 cubic yards of material has been removed from the canyon walls to make room for a more flood resilient canyon corridor. It’s all part of CDOT’s Whole System – Whole Safety initiative.   CDOT and the entire project team want to thank the surrounding communities for their patience throughout this project. As a reminder, motorists should always check the website, sign up text alerts and call the hotline before they travel the canyon to stay informed on current conditions.    @ 2019 All rights Reserved – Boulder County     Manage Email Preferences  |  Unsubscribe From All Boulder County Lists  |  Help (Use Manage Email Preferences to subscribe to/unsubscribe from individual Boulder County lists.)   This email was sent to tonyvrba@nullgmail.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Boulder County Colorado · 1325 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

Live Music 
Escaping Pavement this Saturday!

See you this Saturday from 5-7pm for returning band Escaping Pavement.
Have a listen:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZToyzXGVNA
This trio is out of Detroit and will be stopping in to serenade us with their americana/bluegrass tunes! Dress in layers, if it’s lovely we’ll get to enjoy music on the back patio. Full bar/food service!

Plus mark your calendars for:
Saturday Aug 10th ~ Shanna in a Dress
Saturday Aug 17th~ Collin Robison
Saturday Aug 31st~ Foxfeather Duo

If you have any favorites you want to be sure to see, let us know! 

GOLD HILL TOWN MEETING NEWSLETTER

Minutes of the June 10th, 2019, Town Meeting

 Next Town Meeting will be Monday, August 12, 2019, 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center

 ELECTIONS!  Who would like to step up and help?

 The meeting was called to order by Chair Tony Vrba.  Twenty-two people attended: Bear Carlson, Poppy Copeland, Elisabeth Caspari, Marcus Moench, Rick Sheingold, Chair Tony Vrba, John and Cherry Sand, Karen Simmons, Val Crist, Mary Ryan, Virginia Schultz, Pam Sherman, Rick Sinner, Chris Dikolf,  Emma Salmon,
Treasurer Martha Knapp, Jim Sidell, Vice Chair Marielle Sidell, and Secretary Gretchen Diefenderfer.  Also Ted Plank, the Maintenance Division Manager of the County Road Department and Jeff  Maxwell, the new Director of the County Transportation Department attended.

 The regular agenda was deferred so that Ted Plank and Jeff Maxwell could answer questions about our roads and road maintenance strategies.  Tony introduced them, thanked them for coming, and said that we are particularly happy with the Climb. She added that those over 60 can call VIA (303-447-2848) and get rides to doctors’ appointments, etc. after they get to Boulder. Val added that it’s advisable to call well ahead to set up a ride with VIA as they’re very busy.

Tony then called attention to our concern about the grey road base and it’s deteriorating condition with all the moisture this spring.  Ted explained that they are not happy either, of course, and they are removing it and resurfacing the roads with the regular product as quickly as they can.  They are working on a lot of roads in the county.  There is too much clay in the grey road base.  They plan to blend it with the other base material, around 1:5.  They will also be doing dust control, which is behind because of weather delays and now everyone needs it.  It turns out there are only 2 dust control companies in Boulder County and it is much more expensive for the County crews to do it themselves.

Jim Sidell asked if they will address drainage issues, especially along the shelf road and Ted acknowledged that the guardrail area is a problem.  They try to grade every week to 10 days and inspect a couple of times a week.  Gretchen said that there is also a spring near the east end of the upper shelf road that contributes to the drainage problems.  She emphasized that we appreciate all the work the road crews put in and that we know our roads present difficult challenges, so thank you!

Ted replied that they have remarkable people that make him look good.  Martha added that they are always polite and move over to allow us to pass.  Rick Sheingold asked which side should we drive on, when there is a berm in the middle because they are grading.  Ted said to follow the grader on your side and the will move over as soon as they can.

Tony said that there were a lot of concerns with the mud and access for emergency vehicles plus we’ve had increased traffic because of closures on other roads.  Ted acknowledged that this was “special mud this year” and they are working to get new surface down and will do extra dust control.  Rick Sinner asked about dust control on Main Street and Ted said they are trying to get back on their normal schedule and will have it done by the 4^thof July.  Tony added that they have had to schedule around the rain.  Ted replied that, unfortunately, gravel roads are dusty and it has been a difficult year.  John Sand told him that we appreciate it.

Mary Ryan asked if there is anything bad in the grey stuff, but Ted said that it is just high clay road base – no added chemicals.

With that, our regular meeting commenced.

Minutes of the April 8^thTown Meeting were approved as published.

Treasurer’s Report – Martha reports: At the previous regular Town Meeting in APRIL 2019 our bank balance was $12,310.56. Currently, our total cash assets are $12,604.26.

Revenue: Pint glass sales of $96 and Cemetery fund donation of $250 totaling $346.

Expenses: Annual fee for bank safety deposit box $52.30.

Current fund totals:           General Fund $689.71; Cemetery $5,739.85; Safe Link (combined funds for SafeSite, AirLink, NeighborLink projects) $2,847.75; Community Planning/Fundraising $1000; Forest Management $0 (zero;) Community Relief $2,326.95.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Gold Hill Resilient –Virginia reports that at their last meeting they discussed solar – possibilities and new laws.  Some reimbursement programs are ending, so get in touch with Boulder County Energy Smart if you have solar plans.  Exel Energy is now allowing battery backup, which is a big step. 

            The Resiliency group now has 3 shares of a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture – a Colorado local produce organization) for 8 people.

SafeLink/NeighborLink/AirLink – Marielle reports that the Community Picnic has been put off until next year –everyone is too busy!

Climate/Sustainability Update – Virginia reports that they are stressing that everyone should get their wildfire mitigation assessments done with Wildfire Partners.  Ten were done two years ago and 20 last year, but they want to do the entire community since we all affect each other.  Val added that follow up involves doing the mitigation work and there is some funding available for people who cannot do the work themselves or afford it.   There is a list of mitigation providers, but the assessment has to be done first.   John volunteered that they had it done, it’s very educational, and he highly recommends it.  Everyone would learn a lot.  There is a meeting with the BOCC for tomorrow and they are trying to get everybody their assessments for free.

             Tony reports that energy savings is an important area for sustainability and the IMA has asked the Energy Smart folks to be more mountain friendly as many of the regulations are more oriented to people on the plains.  They are looking into water supply and testing our water safety – it seems to be costly.  Rick thinks there is a lab in Gunbarrel and will find out information on them.

Museum Update – John reports that there is a new exhibit on Tellurium, which was discovered in the Red Cloud in 1872.  Ed Raines will be giving a talk at the Museum Community Outreach event on July 12 at 7 preceded by a cocktail party at 5.  We are upgrading with a composting toilet and a Tuff Shed. Gretchen added that 2020 Calendars will be out by the 4^thof July.

IMA Update – Pam reports that there is a land-use subcommittee and they are pooling their voices to have a stronger voice together. From OEM (Office of Emergency Management Flood Presentation at MACS meeting 6/3/19 – Lower than usual chance of wildfire next 90 days.  Probably won’t see fuels becoming dry and brittle.  A high snowpack does not automatically mean flooding on the plains.  Floods can happen in a time of drought (d/t rainfall) as well as I wet years.  Floods are common in Colorado.  They happen every year. We don’t know what will happen during monsoon season in terms of flooding, which could be roughly mid-July through mid-September. Rock or mudslides could be of concern in the mountains.  Think of the three S’s: slope (steep), soil (composition-granite), saturation.  When granite soils get saturated on steep slopes, slides can happen.

The IMA is participating in mountain-wide asset mapping at Ned Fire on 6/26 at 1 pm, led by staff from the CU Natural Hazards Center.  Firefighters and town planners, etc., are encouraged to attend if you can. Need to register.

AirLink has an every Tuesday night gabfest, which is spreading throughout the County, mainly thanks to Mark and Dina Elder.

Weed Management – Pam reports that there are some great videos that can identify some invasive weeds that are coming up now or soon.  There are so many!  Just go to YouTube and Google Cheatgrass, Leafy Spurge, Canada Thistle, Oxeye Daisy, Spotted Knapweed, Common Mullein, Field Bindweed, or others you have picked out from their profile photos on the Noxious Weed Species list at the Colorado Weed Association: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/agconservation/noxious-weed-species

            People like to mow or dig, depending on the plant. Replant with non-invasive, native species found at Low Water Native Plants for Colorado Gardens Mountains 7500’ and Above.  https://conps.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Native-Plant-Guide-Mountains.pdf

Also,there is a good Boulder County website on noxious weeds – https://www.bouldercounty.org/property-and-land/land-use/noxious-weeds/identification-of-noxious-weeds/  helps identify they and how to treat them.

Forestry Report-Virginia reports that there is a county group getting together and sharing information.  The CU Natural Hazard Center is doing asset mapping.  Caroline Ashley is looking into funding for her mitigation work.  Maya from the Fourmile Watershed is working with her and the State Forest Service – a good resource.  Contact Virginia for contact information.  Virginia encourages everyone to encourage their neighbors to participate in the Wildfire Partners Assessments and mitigation.

Tony added that Colorado State Forest Service is trying to take care of the slash piles and doesn’t intend to leave them.

Karen Simmons came across dying trees on the south side of her property and is concerned that the grey clay road stuff is bad for them.  Pam noted that there are catchment basins used in some places to deal with run off and Gretchen added that the road people have been ditching seriously as they are working on the roads, which should help.  Tony said that there is an input form on the County Transportation website – let them know your concerns.

Tony added that the Meadow is ours and do we need to mow it for wildfire mitigation?  Virginia suggested goats.  Gretchen will get copies of the deed to the Meadow to the board members.

Wildfire Partner Days – Virginia asked if it would be ok to use the town logo on the postcards being sent out to notify the community about the assessment programs, etc.  Rick moved to use the logo, Bear seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Town Clean Up – The best available date for the clean up for the Inn and the County is June 29^th  and Bear graciously agreed to move the Bocce Tournament (usually the Saturday before the 4^thof July) to Sunday, the 30^th.  And, yes!  We do need volunteers

Historic Zoning – Bear reported that Joyce Robinson’s project is progressing.  Also Greg Buis would like to add on to his house on Pine Street and will have plans soon.

Cemetery – Chellee Courtney has a really interesting new book out about the history of the Gold Hill Cemetery, Digging Up the Dirt, and it’s for sale at the Museum.

Mining – Gretchen reports that there hasn’t been much obvious activity, they did get an extension on their permit process, which should up soon. 

GHFPD – Rick Sheingold stressed that if there is an emergency, don’t hesitate to call 9-1-1.

Upcoming Events

 Town Clean-Up- June 29^th

Bocce Tournament – June 30^th

GHFPD 4^thof July Pancake Breakfast and Parade

Respectfully Submitted, Gretchen Diefenderfer, Secretary

Plans have been submitted to Gold Hill Historic Zoning for renovations to 1101 Pine St., the Buis residence. They are proposing adding dormers on both sides of the roof, as well as enlarging and reconfiguring the front entry.

If you would like to review the plans and provide public input to Historic Zoning, the plans will be available for two weeks at the Gold Hill Store. There will be a meeting at 1:00 PM on Friday, July 26, 2019, at the Gold Hill Store for a final approval vote. Anyone is welcome to attend and provide input. If you have comments, but cannot attend this meeting, you may also email Bear Carlson at Lawrence.carlson@nullcolorado.edu.

Jeff Fishbaugh, a former friend, companion, and true of love of over 11+ years to Laura Kavalek cordially invites the greater Gold Hill Community to:

A memorial service for Laura Kavalek. I will be having a memorial for Laura July 21st, 2 pm @ the Gold Hill Cemetery. Thereafter, around 3 pm, you are of course invited for pie and refreshments.

The pie and refreshments piece with be potluck style. If possible, and as a tribute to Laura’s dedication to good diet — try to make sure it is vegan / gluten free. I hope we can all share our great memories of her.

Since I am flying solo and doing the whole shebang, and Gold Hill is not ideal for lots of parking — please carpool if you can. The obvious spots for parking around the cemetery — in front of Gold Hill town meadow on the side opposite the actual meadow. Parking closer to my house for the pie and refreshments can be had by parking across the street facing west towards the mountains. Please do not park at the fire dept or any space designated for firefighters

I appreciate your attendance. It’s been a very long road and I sincerely thank you and your family for being part of Laura’s life and very supportive of her these many many years. I really hope you all are able to make it.

*Unfortunately Hans, Laura’s son residing in San Francisco with his father, has become very insincere. He has canceled coming or providing me any ashes to place at the cemetery at the last minute. I encourage you all if he by chance shows up, to embrace Laura’s son in nothing but love and support. He too has not always had the basics in terms of parental support.

Jeff

email.fish@nullgmail.com

A mobile mammogram van is coming to Ned. This is open to ALL MOUNTAIN women, so they have sent us a flyer, which is below and attached. Thanks,  Pam   pamsher123@nullgmail.com