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UPDATE 3:15 p.m.: Both East bound lanes and one West bound lane are open. [E. 104th Ave.closed in both directions near Potomac St. for emergency repairs]
UPDATE 3:15 p.m.: Both East bound lanes and one West bound lane are open. [E. 104th Ave.closed in both directions near Potomac St. for emergency repairs]
07/11/2018 11:20 PM
CORRECTION: Lighting personal fireworks is illegal in Commerce City
It is illegal to possess, make, use or sell fireworks – even small sparklers – within Commerce City and on June 18 city council held an emergency ordinance and voted to increase the fine to $500 for the first offense and $750 for each subsequent offense.
06/28/2018 1:30 PM
FREE family fun and fireworks at Commerce City’s 4thFest
Celebrate the Fourth of July safely in Commerce City with the largest public fireworks show in the state of Colorado.
06/28/2018 9:10 AM
Tower-Peña project progress: New east side lanes complete
Traffic in both directions on Tower Road is now traveling on the newly completed pavement on the east side of the road throughout the project area.
06/27/2018 10:08 AM
E. 96th Avenue closed at railroad crossing Saturday, June 23
Union Pacific Railroad has scheduled a full closure of the crossing on E. 96th Avenue for repair work on Saturday, June 23. The crossing lies between Interstate 76 and Willow Court.
06/22/2018 1:27 PM
Free concert series returns to Commerce City on Thursdays in July
Enjoy free music at Commerce City Cultural Council’s Music in the Park concert series, running from 6-8 p.m. every Thursday in July. Concerts are family oriented and snacks are available to purchase from food truck vendors at each location.
06/22/2018 11:14 AM
Commerce City seeks artists for new public art project
The City of Commerce City and the Commerce City Cultural Council seek to commission multiple public art sculptures along Tower Road, a prominent travel corridor between Denver and Commerce City.
06/20/2018 3:15 PM
Fireworks are illegal in Commerce City
It is illegal to possess, make, use or sell fireworks – even small sparklers – within Commerce City and on June 18 city council held an emergency ordinance and voted to increase the fine to $500 for the first offense and $750 for each subsequent offense.
06/20/2018 3:05 PM
Mile High Greyhound Park redevelopment reaches major milestone
Redevelopment of the former Mile High Greyhound Park took an important step forward Monday night with approval of the urban renewal plan by city council and the Commerce City Urban Renewal Authority (URA) board.
06/19/2018 11:34 AM
Commerce City completes Highway 2 widening project
After 18 months of construction, Commerce City has completed the Highway 2 improvement project near E. 88th Avenue and Highway 2. The $27 million project widened Highway 2 from two to four lanes between E. 72nd Avenue and Interstate 76, a critical commuter and economic corridor for the region. Crews
06/13/2018 2:39 PM
E. 88th Avenue closure extended as railroad work continues
The current closure of E. 88th Avenue at the intersection with Highway 2 has been extended as crews from BNSF Railway continue repair work and installation of a second set of tracks at the crossing.
06/12/2018 5:04 PM
Become a volunteer and get involved in city decisions!
Get involved and use your skills and interests to help the Commerce City community. No matter your skill or talent, use your expertise to serve on a board, committee, council or foundation.
06/12/2018 8:00 AM
Commerce City dedicates five new public art pieces
Commerce City celebrated five new pieces of public art and the inaugural exhibition of artwork created by Commerce City school teachers at the new Bison Ridge Recreation Center during a dedication ceremony on June 7.
06/08/2018 3:36 PM
Free food and family fun at June 21 Touch-a-Truck event
Bring the kids to the 4th annual Public Works Touch-a-Truck event for a chance to climb inside working city vehicles, enjoy fun activities and learn more about the public works programs and employees residents rely on help keep the city running smoothly.
06/08/2018 10:00 AM
Free food and family fun at neighborhood outreach
The summer season kicks off with Commerce City’s first neighborhood outreach of the year on June 14 at Fronterra Park, 10020 Joplin St.
06/08/2018 9:56 AM
Check out the June issue of the Active Adult newsletter
Coming up in June: Culinary classes, tech classes, nature hikes and an insider's tour of the new recreation center.
06/04/2018 4:44 PM
City seizes food truck business for non-payment of taxes
05/31/2018 4:16 PM
Railroad work to close E. 88th Avenue at Highway 2 for seven days
From June 5 through June 12, BNSF Railway plans to close the E. 88th Avenue crossing at the intersection with Highway 2 in order to install a second set of tracks parallel to the existing tracks.
05/31/2018 2:05 PM
City Council to recognize Memorial Day Parade winners
More than 80 military units, band, floats, and antique car clubs turned out for Commerce City’s 54th annual Memorial Day Parade.
05/31/2018 1:55 PM
State-of-the-art recreation center opens in Commerce City
The long-awaited Commerce City Bison Ridge Recreation Center opened its doors to the public for the first time tonight during a grand opening celebration.
05/29/2018 9:27 AM