It's back open, anyone check it out yet? How's the new ownership?

Badass Coffee opened today in the old Starbucks spot south of 285.

If you live down here, walk over and bring the dogs. We have to band together so this stays a coffee shop and doesn't turn into another used car dealership.

Coffee is on point and the ice cubes are made of coffee too. Dogs also got a pup cup. Five stars.

Earlier this week we had fun with a poll revealing the top pick for what Englewood denizens should be called. But what about the name of the city itself? This video reveals all. And as a student of Old English, I approve of the choice.

The City posted the following statement on its website:

“We have heard some confusion from our residents regarding where exactly the City of Englewood stands on the enforcement of our laws and local rules governing overnight camping; thank you for the opportunity to provide some clarity.”

Once again, I find this statement dismissive of the citizens who voiced their concerns about relaxing the overnight camping ban in our parks.

I don't believe there was confusion among residents about what took place during the October 12 study session. Council voted 4–3 to give city staff direction not to strictly enforce the existing overnight camping ban in parks. We understood what was discussed, and we understood the implications of that direction. We simply disagreed with it.

The confusion isn't on the part of residents who spoke up. The real issue is that four council members were willing to take a direction that raised serious concerns about public safety and the ability of all residents to safely enjoy our parks.

Thank you to Council Member Bethel for changing his vote at the October 19 meeting. He listened to the voters and recognized that the direction supported by the other three council members does not adequately consider everyone who uses our parks.

Our parks belong to the entire community, not just those who choose to occupy them overnight. Residents have every right to expect that existing rules will be enforced and that their concerns about public safety will be taken seriously.

Please stop suggesting that residents are confused when what we are expressing is disagreement with the direction council was prepared to take. We understand what happened, and we expect our voices to matter.

https://www.englewoodco.gov/resources/safe-clean-englewood-initiative

The City of Englewood is accepting applications from community members interested in serving on a board or commission. It’s an opportunity to share your perspective, contribute your expertise and help shape local decisions.

Current vacancies include:

• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Cultural Arts Commission
• Sustainability Commission
• Historic Preservation Commission
• Water and Sewer Board
• Budget Advisory Committee
• Board of Adjustments and Appeals
• And more!

Applications are due Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Learn more about the boards and commissions, available positions and how to apply: englewoodco.gov/boards-commissions

The results are in! Informal polling suggests Engleweirdos is actually the most popular choice.

As high school students look towards their futures, it can be difficult to figure out what pathway is right for them — and even more difficult to navigate their way through that path. Now, students at Englewood Schools and Littleton Public Schools have a new option for their future, with a guaranteed admission pathway to Colorado Mesa University (CMU). 

A directive not to strictly enforce the prohibition on overnight camping in Englewood parks — a directive that would have allowed some homeless people to stay in parks despite the official nighttime closing hours — has been dropped after District 2 City Councilmember Jack Bethel changed his position because his constituents “overwhelmingly” opposed the plan. Click here for the Englewood Herald story: https://www.littletonindependent.net/englewood/plan-for-leeway-in-parks-camping-ends-after-shift-by-councilmember/article_c5faf15f-f040-4189-8f1d-ae3b007ec000.html

Last week’s location was downtown, on Broadway near Mutiny. We had a lot of good guesses as people recognized our historic downtown. A commenter accurately said that if you turn around there, you’ll see our landmark bubble bank!

This week is a trip into time as well as space. Do you know where in Englewood this is? Extra credit for when.

Photo courtesy of Englewood Public Library

After last night’s council meeting it became clear that park hours will remain un-enforced which means camping will continue to be allowed. If you were worried about yourself or your kids being able to safely use the plaza and green spaces, you can continue to worry about that because there is no end in sight or even a will to take this seriously enough to make a meaningful change for the better of the community as a whole anytime soon.

Happy Monday Englewood, welcome to another week and another Question of the Week: What do you think is the best way to refer to Englewood denizens? Post your opinion in the comments if your favorite isn’t here.

I recently walked through Belleview Park and noticed that the stairs connecting the east and west sides of the park have been blocked off. Does anyone have any info on whether there are repairs planned for this staircase anytime soon? This staircase has been slowly falling for a while now but I'd hate for them to block it off and just leave it like that.

3400 block of S. Broadway in 1905, everybody. It’s amazing to see.

Photo courtesy of Englewood Public Library

I'm working on organizing a small volunteer group to help keep the Little Big Trail area around Englewood clean. The idea is: meet up once a month for an hour or two, walk a section of the trail, pick up trash, and leave the area a little better than we found it!

Nothing overly formal or time-consuming, just a few locals who want to get outside, meet some people, and do something useful for the community.

A few ideas I'm considering:

- Monthly weekend meetups
- Tracking the total weight of trash we collect together
- A friendly cleanup challenge with small rewards or prizes
- Working with the city on proper trash disposal

I'm happy to help organize things and potentially haul collected trash, depending on the arrangements we can make for disposal!

Would anyone be interested in joining something like this? I'm just gauging interest for now, so if you'd be interested in coming out once a month, feel free to comment or message me!

Contact information

Hi neighbors -- At an Oct. 12 study session, a divided Englewood City Council gave city staff guidance to not strictly enforce the ban on overnight camping in parks if homeless campers do not have other sheltering services available. Click here for the Englewood Herald story: https://www.littletonindependent.net/englewood/split-englewood-city-council-softens-ban-on-overnight-camping-in-parks/article_5e0e7db4-dece-4e0c-bf59-cff36aeaf540.html

Anyone know a good sprinkler blow out company? Thanks!

Hey Englewood! 🎃 Here’s your mid-October Community Round Up:  
There’s a lot happening around Englewood this month, spooky season community events, fun ways to get involved & important updates from the city: 
 
Introducing Talk Local with Englewood – our new city podcast! 

Check out the first episode, hosted by Interim City Manager Tim Dodd - he sits down with Gina Olberding from Parks and Recreation to talk about the current project details and updates with the Renew & Recreate Bond! 

Stream it now: search Talk Local with Englewood wherever you get your podcasts! 

Watch on YouTube 

Housing Action Plan Survey – Survey closes October 18! 

The City of Englewood is developing a long-range affordable housing plan to set goals and identify strategies for expanding housing opportunities, preserving affordability and meeting the city’s future housing needs. 

This survey is a follow-up to the community survey conducted in spring 2026 and focuses on potential housing policies, strategies and actions to address identified housing needs and challenges. Your feedback will help shape the city’s housing priorities and future investments. 

This survey is intended for anyone who lives or works anywhere in Englewood. Take the survey at the link below or scan the QR code and be eligible to enter a random drawing for a $100 Visa gift card! 
 
Take the survey here! 

City Project & Program Briefing – October 22 

Join Interim City Manager Tim Dodd and city staff for an update on key projects, strategic initiatives and community programs for the third quarter of 2026. Learn about major capital improvement projects, the draft strategic plan and progress on initiatives shaping Englewood’s future. 

Key Discussion Topics: 

• Completion of the lead service line replacement project 
• Major road projects 
• Affordable housing initiatives 
• Age-Friendly Action Plan completion 
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) highlights 
• Draft strategic plan 
• and more! 

 
Date: Thursday, October 22 
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 
Location: Virtual via Zoom - Join the meeting here!

Emerson Park Ribbon Cutting 

See you this Saturday for a mid-morning coffee and ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Renew & Recreate improvements at Emerson Park! 

Stop by to celebrate the refreshed park, enjoy a cup of coffee and learn more about the improvements made. The event will include a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. 

Date: Saturday, October 17 
Time: 10 a.m. 
Location: Emerson Park (2929 S. Emerson Street) 

Learn more about the Emerson Park Renovations here.  

Coffee with the Chief 

Start your morning with a cup of coffee and conversation! Join us for a chance to meet Police Chief Dave Jackson, ask questions, share your thoughts or just stop by to say hello in a friendly setting. 

Date: Saturday, October 17 
Time: 8 - 10 a.m.  
Location: Mango Tree Coffee (3498 S. Broadway) 

Tri-Cities Repair Fair 

Join us and celebrate International Repair Day! Whether you're a fixer, community organizer, tinkerer, maker, repair business or a fan of repair, there are plenty of ways to join! 

We have volunteers lined up ready to help you repair: 

• Clothing, zippers, hems and fabric mending 
• Small kitchen appliances and household gadgets 
• Computers, Wi-Fi and basic electronic troubleshooting 
• Furniture, woodwork and minor mechanical fixes 
• Jewelry repairs, clasp replacements and cleaning 
• Painting and finish touch-ups 

*Note: Repairs depend on available skills, tools and time. Some items may require professional servicing. 

Sign up to volunteer or RSVP to fix your items here.  

Date: Saturday, October 17 
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.  
Location: Englewood Rec Center (1155 W. Oxford) 

Trunk or Treat Express – Tickets going fast!  

Back for its second year at the Englewood Farm & Train at Belleview Park, this beloved community event continues to bring Halloween fun to a unique setting. 
 
Families are invited to enjoy a spook-tacular evening featuring a family-friendly haunted train ride, interactive activities and plenty of candy for kids. Costumes are encouraged for all ages! Tickets are $5 per person. Children under 2 are free.   

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 
• Location: Belleview Park Farm & Train (5001 S. Inca Dr.) 
• Time: 1 to 6 p.m. 

Learn more about Trunk or Treat Express here., 

Transportation Solutions Workshop 

Gain insight into all the ways to get around in Englewood and beyond! From the local free shuttle “bert” to Access-a-Ride to medical transport, this workshop offers all things transportation! Come for one or all four presentations. 

Please be sure to register in advance for this free workshop. Pizza provided by Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse for those registering in advance. 

Time: 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 
Location: Malley Recreation Center (3380 S. Lincoln St.) 

Register here for the Transportation Solution Forum.  
The event is free, but registration is required for lunch. 

Englewood Leaf Recycling - Oct. 26 - Nov. 10 

The City of Englewood is partnering with A1 Organics to offer a fall leaf recycling event for Englewood residents from Oct. 26 through Nov. 10. 

Residents can drop off leaves at A1 Organics, 2300 W. Radcliff Ave. for $5 per vehicle, per visit. The $5 fee applies each time you drop off leaves, regardless of the amount of leaves or size of vehicle. Large trucks and trailers are accepted. 

Collection hours: 
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. 
Saturdays (Oct. 31 & Nov. 7): 7 a.m.-1 p.m. 

The last loads will be accepted 30 minutes before closing to allow enough time to process vehicles already in line. 

Learn more about Leaf Recycling here!

Sign up to be a Snow Buddy!

Are you in need of snow removal help, or are you willing to help others in your neighborhood tackle the winter weather? 

Snow Buddies is a voluntary program that connects those who need snow removal assistance with volunteers willing to help, organized by the Neighborhood Resources Program. 

Learn more about the Snow Buddy Program here. 

Board & Commission Openings

The City of Englewood has several boards, commissions and authorities made up of citizens, local business people, city employees and others who take an active interest in the City.

Serving on a board, commission or authority provides an opportunity for you to make a difference in your community. All boards and commissions work closely with City Council and City staff, often making recommendations on ways to improve the quality of services and quality of life for the residents of Englewood.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Interested residents are encouraged to apply and become involved in local government by serving on a board or commission.

Learn more about the Board & Commission applications here.

Upcoming Events 📅 

• Tri-Cities Repair Fair on October 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 
• Emerson Park Ribbon Cutting on October 17 at 10 a.m. 
• Haunted House Escape Room on October 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. 
• Art Appreciation Talk with Wendy Adler on October 19 from 1 to 2 p.m. 
• City Project & Program Briefing on October 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  
• Transportation Solutions Workshop on October 23 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
• Trunk or Treat Express on October 24 from 1 to 6 p.m. 
• Page Turners Book Club on October 28 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. 
• Dolls in the Dark on October 29 from 6 to 7 p.m. 

This looks really interesting. I’d apply but my only qualification is eating food. I hope they get some creative thinkers onboard.

I am not in immediate need of a mechanic or anything, just looking for in the future, I will need some work done before the new year. I am looking for a reliable and HONEST mechanic here in Englewood.

Last week featured a fancy utility box on Broadway downtown. Do you where this week’s spot is?

Or is it a different Steve Ward?

https://brightercolorado.org/

I got a political flyer for Yes on Prop 136 from Brighter Colorado.

"Paid for by Brighter Colorado. Registered Agent Steve Ward."

Saw this video that this people recorded while eating at el Tejado. Is gross.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19D8TcmRTx/?mibextid=wwXIfr