Hogback Newsletter

MORRISON, CO AUGUST, 2026 MORRISON HOGBACK The Nearest Far Away Place BOARD OF TRUSTEES TOWN STAFF MAYOR: Chris Wolfe TOWN MANAGER: Mallory Nassau MAYOR PRO-TEM: David Wirtz TOWN CLERK: Courtney Christensen TRUSTEES: Adam Way, John MUSEUM CURATOR: Matt Mossbrucker Leonard, Angela Bernhardt, UTILITIES DIRECTOR: Fritz Fouts Krista Nash OFFICE MANAGER: Annie Doss Morrison Town Office: 303-697-8749 JEFFCOM Non-Emergency: 303-980-7300 Board Meetings: August 4th and 18th @ 6:00 p.m.  BOARD OF TRUSTEES Community Office Hours Monday, August 17th @ 6 PM Community office hours are an opportunity for individual Trustees & the Mayor to hear from residents & businesses and understand their perspectives. Residents & businesses can provide feedback, ask questions, and voice concerns. Office hours are casual to allow for dialogue and increase community engagement. 110 STONE ST. MORRISON CO 80465 Community Office Hours Future Dates: Sept. 14, 2026 Nov. 16, 2026 Oct. 19, 2026 Dec. 14, 2026  NOTICE: MANADATORY WATER RESTRICTIONS Due to drought conditions all Morrison water service users are hereby noticed of MANDATORY watering restrictions, effective APRIL 2, 2026. Restrictions shall remain in effect until notice lifting restrictions is provided. To ensure a reliable water supply and promote responsible water use, the following outdoor watering restrictions shall apply to ALL water customers. This includes residents, out of town residents, in-town businesses, and out of town businesses. Outdoor Watering Restrictions & Conservation Guidelines Watering Schedule Requirements & Water Use Regulations Outdoor watering is limited to no more than two (2) days per week NO watering is allowed between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM Waste Prohibited: It is unlawful for any user to waste water including to permit water to run down hard surfaces or leak in any manner. Efficient Water Use & System Maintenance Requirements Adjust sprinkler heads to ensure proper coverage of landscaped areas only Use shut-off nozzles on hoses when not actively watering All leaks in irrigation systems must be repaired within ten (10) days Regularly inspect systems to ensure proper operation and minimize waste Additional Conservation Measures Limit watering on windy days to prevent drift and evaporation Consider drought-tolerant or native landscaping options Sweep driveways and sidewalks instead of washing them down Wash vehicles using a bucket or hose with a shut-off nozzle Compliance These restrictions are in place to protect the Morrison’s water supply and ensure equitable distribution among all users. Failure to comply with these restrictions may result in penalties as outlined in the Morrison Municipal Code, including fines, loss of services, and municipal violations. Questions or Assistance Town of Morrison 303-697-8749  Regular Municipal Election Election date November 3, 2026, coordinated with Jefferson County Starting August 4, 2026, nomination petitions will be available for circulation for any persons interested in running for a seat on the Board of Trustees! Where to pick up Nomination Packets: Morrison Town Hall, 110 Stone St, Morrison, CO 80465 Deadline to Return Petitions: August 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM Candidates for the Board of Trustees Must: Be a United States Citizen; Be a least twenty-one years of age; Be a registered elector of the Town of Morrison for at least one year prior to the election date; Be a resident of Morrison for 12 consecutive months preceding the date of election. Persons may register to vote at the Jefferson County Clerk's office, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Room 2530, Golden, Colorado, 80419 For more information, please contact Town Clerk, Courtney Christensen, at (303)-697-8749  WILDFIRE INFORMATION The warm temperatures and winds of spring and summer in the foothills create perfect conditions for wild fires. As Hogback fires in recent years have demonstrated, fire emergencies can and do escalate in an instant. We want all Town residents to be informed, prepared, and safe in the event of any emergency. As Tom Lehrer, a pundit of the 1960s advised: “don’t be nervous, don’t be flustered, don’t be scared, be prepared.” If you are always prepared, there will be no cause for panic if an emergency situation arises. The first step in being prepared is to create a Family Emergency Action Plan that is known and available to every member of your household. This plan should include an out-of-state contact, phone numbers for all household members, evacuation routes, a designated meeting site, location of emergency supply kit, and any other information that is important to your family situation. Assemble an emergency ready-to-go kit and make sure that all family members know its location. This kit should include enough supplies to get you, your family, and your pets through at least 72 hours if you are unable to return to your home. Start with the 5 Ps: people, pets, pills, personal items, and important papers. Communication is the key to staying safe. Make sure you have signed up with Lookout Alert, the emergency notification system in Jefferson County. Through this system, subscribers are notified of natural or man-made disasters, evacuation or shelter-in-place orders, law enforcement activities, and other incidents that require public awareness. Visit www.smart911.com to sign up for this service. A red flag warning issued by the National Weather means that warm temperatures, very low humidity and strong winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger. A pre-evacuation warning is issued by officials if a situation has the potential of escalating. If a pre-evacuation order is issued, this is the time to put all of your preparation steps into action. Make sure that family members, pets, medications, important papers and necessary personal items are ready to go into your vehicle. Point the front of your car facing the street to make it easier to leave rapidly if necessary. If you have large animals, it might be time to move them to a safe location; you might want to check and see if facilities such as the Jeffco Fairgrounds are able to take your animals. If you feel that you are in an unsafe situation, now is the time to leave. If you receive the order to evacuate, gather all family members and pets and leave immediately. Tune into local news outlets for instructions on evacuating safely. Follow the instructions regarding evacuation routes. Remember, your normal route might not be accessible or safe. As you leave, post visible notification so that emergency crews will know that you have evacuated. A white cloth or sign with the word “evacuated” will work. The following are the best numbers to contact for information or questions you may have regarding emergency situations. RESOURCES: Jefferson County JeffCo Emergency Managament: 303-271-4900 Wildfire Information Fire Information Hotline: 303-271-8200 Jefferson County Please do not call 911 unless you have an immediate emergency! Fire Restrictions  STAGE 2 FIRE BAN A Stage 2 Fire Ban is in effect for all areas of unincorporated Jefferson County and will remain in effect until further notice. The ban prohibits all fires and campfires, including those in grates, fire pits and developed fire rings. It also prohibits charcoal grills, open burning, fireworks, sky lanterns and other activities that may create a fire risk. For a full list of fire restriction details, visit www.jeffcosheriffco.gov/safety/wildland-fire/fire-restrictions Information taken from Jefferson County’s Website  Quick Tips for Flood Safety The following flood saftey tips are taken from Jefferson County’s Website Be aware of possible flash flooding hazards. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move. Listen to radio or television stations for local information. Be aware of streams, drainage channels, canyons or other areas known to flood suddenly. Flash floods can occur in these areas without such typical warning signs as rain clouds or heavy rain. If local authorities issue a flood watch, prepare to evacuate. Secure your home. If you have time, tie down or bring outdoor equipment and lawn furniture inside. Move essential items to the upper floors. If instructed, turn off utilities at the main switches or valves. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. Fill bathtubs with water in case water becomes contaminated or services cut off. Before filling the tub, sterilize it with a diluted bleach solution. Do not walk through moving water. Six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet. If you must walk in a flooded area, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you. Do not drive into flooded areas. Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling. A foot of water will float many vehicles. Two feet of water will wash away almost all vehicles. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground, if you can do so safely. You and your vehicle can be quickly swept away as floodwaters rise. Helpful Links Jefferson County Flood Plain Management MHFD’s Floodplain Viewer National Weather Service Flood Safety Tips MHFD’s Flood Safety Page  BOT Meeting Community BOT Hours Meeting A few final things: Notice a code violation? Please use this QR code to report any code violations. Thank you! Limb Removal: In-town residents can take advantage of our limb removal service the last Monday of every month. ATTENTION! New Board Meeting Start Time Regular Town Board Meetings will now begin at 6:00 p.m. We encourage you to join us every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at Town Hall!