Lily Allish and Karen DeAguero

Arvada City Council votes tonight on Olde Town's Designated Drinking Area, allowing adults 21+ to enjoy take-out alcoholic beverages outdoors within marked boundaries. The program would permit participating businesses with liquor licenses to sell sealed, QR-coded drinks for outdoor consumption 9 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. Similar to Golden and Fort Collins programs, the initiative aims to boost downtown vibrancy, support local merchants, and energize public spaces in Arvada's historic district.

Six Arvada City Council candidates debated critical issues at a Sept. 29 forum hosted by Ralston Valley Coalition. District 1, District 3, and At-Large candidates addressed traffic congestion, housing density, environmental protections, and community engagement. While disagreeing on growth strategies, all six candidates unanimously supported transparency reforms and expanded citizen participation. Election Day is Nov. 4, 2025. Learn where candidates stand on Arvada's future.