Wendi Strom, Mayor / Lakewood, CO
@wendiforlakewood.bsky.social
Proudly serving as Mayor of wonderful Lakewood, CO!
Three Things to Know this Week as we Honor Our Military Veterans:
Saluting Branches 2025 at Fort Logan, Upcoming Holiday Lights events in Lakewood, and Taps Across America (and right here at home!)
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Saluting Branches 2025 at Fort Logan, Upcoming Holiday Lights events in Lakewood, and Taps Across America (and right here at home!)
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE DETAILS:
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November 12, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Three Things to Know this Week as we Honor Our Military Veterans:
Saluting Branches 2025 at Fort Logan, Upcoming Holiday Lights events in Lakewood, and Taps Across America (and right here at home!)
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE DETAILS:
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Saluting Branches 2025 at Fort Logan, Upcoming Holiday Lights events in Lakewood, and Taps Across America (and right here at home!)
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE DETAILS:
mailchi.mp/wendistrom.c...
Tuesday, 11/04/25, is your last chance to cast your ballot! All ballot drop boxes & in-person voting locations close promptly at 7P. Problems with your ballot? Helpful election workers at a voter service center (like Belmar Library) can assist you. Help choose your local representation.
November 4, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Tuesday, 11/04/25, is your last chance to cast your ballot! All ballot drop boxes & in-person voting locations close promptly at 7P. Problems with your ballot? Helpful election workers at a voter service center (like Belmar Library) can assist you. Help choose your local representation.
CALL TO ACTION: Give Help... Get Help... Here's How!
In Lakewood, we help each other, because Lakewood is STRONGER TOGETHER!
CLICK TO READ:
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>>See Comments Below for Links
In Lakewood, we help each other, because Lakewood is STRONGER TOGETHER!
CLICK TO READ:
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mailchi.mp/wendistrom.c...
>>See Comments Below for Links
November 1, 2025 at 12:03 AM
CALL TO ACTION: Give Help... Get Help... Here's How!
In Lakewood, we help each other, because Lakewood is STRONGER TOGETHER!
CLICK TO READ:
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mailchi.mp/wendistrom.c...
>>See Comments Below for Links
In Lakewood, we help each other, because Lakewood is STRONGER TOGETHER!
CLICK TO READ:
mailchi.mp/wendistrom.c...
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>>See Comments Below for Links
1 week 'til Election Day! Ballots must be received by 7PM on Tuesday, 11/04/25 - no exceptions, and postmarks don't count. After 10/27/25, it's too late to return your ballot by mail.
So, return a Ballot Box or Vote Center, or vote in person. Find location here: www.jeffco.us/3907/Find-a-...
So, return a Ballot Box or Vote Center, or vote in person. Find location here: www.jeffco.us/3907/Find-a-...
October 28, 2025 at 2:16 AM
1 week 'til Election Day! Ballots must be received by 7PM on Tuesday, 11/04/25 - no exceptions, and postmarks don't count. After 10/27/25, it's too late to return your ballot by mail.
So, return a Ballot Box or Vote Center, or vote in person. Find location here: www.jeffco.us/3907/Find-a-...
So, return a Ballot Box or Vote Center, or vote in person. Find location here: www.jeffco.us/3907/Find-a-...
Don't miss Applaud Lakewood on Wednesday, 10/22/25, beginning at 11:30 AM at Baldoria on the Water - an afternoon of inspiration, recognition, community spirit, and networking that recognizes the businesses and organizations that make Lakewood so special!
MORE INFO:
www.ApplaudLakewood.com
MORE INFO:
www.ApplaudLakewood.com
October 20, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Don't miss Applaud Lakewood on Wednesday, 10/22/25, beginning at 11:30 AM at Baldoria on the Water - an afternoon of inspiration, recognition, community spirit, and networking that recognizes the businesses and organizations that make Lakewood so special!
MORE INFO:
www.ApplaudLakewood.com
MORE INFO:
www.ApplaudLakewood.com
YUMMY Homemade Navajo Tacos & Fry Bread! 10/18/25 only, 11A-4P at Aunty Rosie's Closet (8420 W Colfax in Lakewood). Help INDIGINEOUS VETERANS OF COLORADO attend the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration in Philadelphia, PA. Get over to W Colfax & Carr before the deliciousness is all gone!
October 18, 2025 at 5:32 PM
YUMMY Homemade Navajo Tacos & Fry Bread! 10/18/25 only, 11A-4P at Aunty Rosie's Closet (8420 W Colfax in Lakewood). Help INDIGINEOUS VETERANS OF COLORADO attend the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration in Philadelphia, PA. Get over to W Colfax & Carr before the deliciousness is all gone!
Breast Cancer Awareness, from a very personal perspective - CLICK the link:
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October 15, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Breast Cancer Awareness, from a very personal perspective - CLICK the link:
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Dealing with breast cancer wasn't on my "2025 Bingo Card," but here we are. It was my honor to present the city council's proclamation of "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in Lakewood. Know your family history, do annual screenings, be proactive, and take good care of you.
>>MORE INFO IN COMMENTS!
>>MORE INFO IN COMMENTS!
October 14, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Dealing with breast cancer wasn't on my "2025 Bingo Card," but here we are. It was my honor to present the city council's proclamation of "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in Lakewood. Know your family history, do annual screenings, be proactive, and take good care of you.
>>MORE INFO IN COMMENTS!
>>MORE INFO IN COMMENTS!
City Council proclaimed Oct 13, 2025, as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Lakewood. Please join the proclamation reception on Tuesday, 10/14/25, at 6:30 PM, at Aunty Rosie's Rack (8420 W Colfax Ave). Everyone welcome!
>>SEE COMMENTS FOR MORE!
@lakewood.org
>>SEE COMMENTS FOR MORE!
@lakewood.org
October 14, 2025 at 6:56 AM
City Council proclaimed Oct 13, 2025, as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Lakewood. Please join the proclamation reception on Tuesday, 10/14/25, at 6:30 PM, at Aunty Rosie's Rack (8420 W Colfax Ave). Everyone welcome!
>>SEE COMMENTS FOR MORE!
@lakewood.org
>>SEE COMMENTS FOR MORE!
@lakewood.org
US Rep. Brittany Pettersen's team is hosting a COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR on Tues, 10/14/25, 9:30-11:00 AM. Whether you’re a federal worker, family, or resident looking for local support & services, help is available!
RSVP: www.bit.ly/4742wNk
INFO: Pettersen.House.gov/Events
@pettersen.house.gov
RSVP: www.bit.ly/4742wNk
INFO: Pettersen.House.gov/Events
@pettersen.house.gov
October 13, 2025 at 10:39 PM
US Rep. Brittany Pettersen's team is hosting a COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR on Tues, 10/14/25, 9:30-11:00 AM. Whether you’re a federal worker, family, or resident looking for local support & services, help is available!
RSVP: www.bit.ly/4742wNk
INFO: Pettersen.House.gov/Events
@pettersen.house.gov
RSVP: www.bit.ly/4742wNk
INFO: Pettersen.House.gov/Events
@pettersen.house.gov
LAKEWOOD BUSINESSES: If you're in the "Alameda Corridor," apply for a safety & security grant to offset safety improvements to your business! Contact Alameda Connects (the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District) for details.
MORE INFO: alamedaconnects.org
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MORE INFO: alamedaconnects.org
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October 12, 2025 at 8:11 PM
LAKEWOOD BUSINESSES: If you're in the "Alameda Corridor," apply for a safety & security grant to offset safety improvements to your business! Contact Alameda Connects (the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District) for details.
MORE INFO: alamedaconnects.org
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_mi...
MORE INFO: alamedaconnects.org
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_mi...
The Denver American Indian Festival comes to Lakewood on Saturday, 10/10/25, 10A-5P! This FREE family event honors indigenous people & welcomes EVERYONE to join in celebrate, learn, dance & create at Lakewood United Methodist Church (1390 Brentwood).
INFO: www.denveramericanindianfestival.org
INFO: www.denveramericanindianfestival.org
October 11, 2025 at 4:31 AM
The Denver American Indian Festival comes to Lakewood on Saturday, 10/10/25, 10A-5P! This FREE family event honors indigenous people & welcomes EVERYONE to join in celebrate, learn, dance & create at Lakewood United Methodist Church (1390 Brentwood).
INFO: www.denveramericanindianfestival.org
INFO: www.denveramericanindianfestival.org
effCo Schools invites you to visit a Budget Lab event:
📍Tue, 10/07/25, 5-7 PM @ Dunstan MS
📍Tue, 10/14/25, 5-7 PM @ Standley Lake HS
📍 Mon, 10/27/25, 5-7 PM @ Arvada HS
📍 Wed, 10/29/25, 5-7 PM @ Carmody MS
💻 Virtually / anytime at www.jps.click/virtual-lab
📍Tue, 10/07/25, 5-7 PM @ Dunstan MS
📍Tue, 10/14/25, 5-7 PM @ Standley Lake HS
📍 Mon, 10/27/25, 5-7 PM @ Arvada HS
📍 Wed, 10/29/25, 5-7 PM @ Carmody MS
💻 Virtually / anytime at www.jps.click/virtual-lab
October 7, 2025 at 10:24 PM
effCo Schools invites you to visit a Budget Lab event:
📍Tue, 10/07/25, 5-7 PM @ Dunstan MS
📍Tue, 10/14/25, 5-7 PM @ Standley Lake HS
📍 Mon, 10/27/25, 5-7 PM @ Arvada HS
📍 Wed, 10/29/25, 5-7 PM @ Carmody MS
💻 Virtually / anytime at www.jps.click/virtual-lab
📍Tue, 10/07/25, 5-7 PM @ Dunstan MS
📍Tue, 10/14/25, 5-7 PM @ Standley Lake HS
📍 Mon, 10/27/25, 5-7 PM @ Arvada HS
📍 Wed, 10/29/25, 5-7 PM @ Carmody MS
💻 Virtually / anytime at www.jps.click/virtual-lab
Election season is upon us, and your Jefferson County Elections Division, under the Jefferson County Colorado Clerk and Recorder, has a great website to help you with all things electoral (including booking a tour!) www.jeffco.us/4947/Elections
Or give them a call at 303-271-8111.
Or give them a call at 303-271-8111.
October 2, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Election season is upon us, and your Jefferson County Elections Division, under the Jefferson County Colorado Clerk and Recorder, has a great website to help you with all things electoral (including booking a tour!) www.jeffco.us/4947/Elections
Or give them a call at 303-271-8111.
Or give them a call at 303-271-8111.
10/07/25 - Lakewood's McClain Community High School is hosting a COMMUNITY JOB FAIR from 1-3:30 PM at 143600 W 2nd Place, 80228). FREE! OPEN to both EMPLOYERS & JOB SEEKERS. Use QR Code to register, or contact Jason Pickett (cell 720-243-8292 or jpickett@jeffco.us).
October 2, 2025 at 12:05 AM
10/07/25 - Lakewood's McClain Community High School is hosting a COMMUNITY JOB FAIR from 1-3:30 PM at 143600 W 2nd Place, 80228). FREE! OPEN to both EMPLOYERS & JOB SEEKERS. Use QR Code to register, or contact Jason Pickett (cell 720-243-8292 or jpickett@jeffco.us).
Municipal zoning ordinances may not be the most exciting part of city government, UNLESS you care about Lakewood's long-term health and vibrancy. I appreciated the opportunity to chat about zoning with Ross Kaminsky on KOA radio.
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Mayor of Lakewood Wendi Strom on Recent Changes to Residential Zoning | KOA 850 AM & 94.1 FM | Ross Kaminsky
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September 30, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Municipal zoning ordinances may not be the most exciting part of city government, UNLESS you care about Lakewood's long-term health and vibrancy. I appreciated the opportunity to chat about zoning with Ross Kaminsky on KOA radio.
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Lakewood's CAR 25 OPEN HOUSE only happens one day a year! Take a ride through railroad history on Saturday, 09/20/25, from 10 AM -3 PM at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. It's FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY, too!
👉 More information: lkwd.co/Car25
@lakewood.org
@heritagelakewood
@DaveSchaaf
Lakewood's CAR 25 OPEN HOUSE only happens one day a year! Take a ride through railroad history on Saturday, 09/20/25, from 10 AM -3 PM at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. It's FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY, too!
👉 More information: lkwd.co/Car25
@lakewood.org
@heritagelakewood
@DaveSchaaf
September 19, 2025 at 10:23 PM
oard! 🚂
Lakewood's CAR 25 OPEN HOUSE only happens one day a year! Take a ride through railroad history on Saturday, 09/20/25, from 10 AM -3 PM at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. It's FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY, too!
👉 More information: lkwd.co/Car25
@lakewood.org
@heritagelakewood
@DaveSchaaf
Lakewood's CAR 25 OPEN HOUSE only happens one day a year! Take a ride through railroad history on Saturday, 09/20/25, from 10 AM -3 PM at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. It's FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY, too!
👉 More information: lkwd.co/Car25
@lakewood.org
@heritagelakewood
@DaveSchaaf
It's easy to ensure that you & your household can receive emergency notifications through LookoutAlert, the official system for first responders in Jefferson County, including Lakewood PD. Be in-the-know during severe weather & other community emergencies! Text LOOKOUTALERT to 67283 to register.
July 17, 2025 at 4:21 AM
It's easy to ensure that you & your household can receive emergency notifications through LookoutAlert, the official system for first responders in Jefferson County, including Lakewood PD. Be in-the-know during severe weather & other community emergencies! Text LOOKOUTALERT to 67283 to register.
🗳️ Just ONE week left to nominate your Lakewood inspiration! Don't wait until the last minute to make sure your favorite person, nonprofit or business gets the recognition they deserve. We can't wait to read all of the amazing submissions!
Nominate: lkwd.co/MayorsInspir...
@lakewood.org
Nominate: lkwd.co/MayorsInspir...
@lakewood.org
July 9, 2025 at 1:18 AM
🗳️ Just ONE week left to nominate your Lakewood inspiration! Don't wait until the last minute to make sure your favorite person, nonprofit or business gets the recognition they deserve. We can't wait to read all of the amazing submissions!
Nominate: lkwd.co/MayorsInspir...
@lakewood.org
Nominate: lkwd.co/MayorsInspir...
@lakewood.org
Happy 4th of July weekend!
July 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Happy 4th of July weekend!
Let's all have a SAFE and happy 4th of July! IN LAKEWOOD - all FIREWORKS are ILLEGAL, even if they don't explode or leave the ground. To report illegal fireworks, use the JeffCom 911 app, call the Fireworks Hotline at 303-980-7340 (instead of 911), or use the map at lkwd.co/fireworks2025 .
July 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Let's all have a SAFE and happy 4th of July! IN LAKEWOOD - all FIREWORKS are ILLEGAL, even if they don't explode or leave the ground. To report illegal fireworks, use the JeffCom 911 app, call the Fireworks Hotline at 303-980-7340 (instead of 911), or use the map at lkwd.co/fireworks2025 .
SATURDAYS mean FREE FITNESS CLASSES in the park from 7:30-8:30 AM! All classes are FREE and NO REGISTRATION required. Please bring water and your own mat. MORE INFO:
www.lakewood.org/.../Summer-F...
www.lakewood.org/.../Summer-F...
June 27, 2025 at 8:19 PM
SATURDAYS mean FREE FITNESS CLASSES in the park from 7:30-8:30 AM! All classes are FREE and NO REGISTRATION required. Please bring water and your own mat. MORE INFO:
www.lakewood.org/.../Summer-F...
www.lakewood.org/.../Summer-F...
Save water & money this summer with @lakewood.org 's Outdoor Water Efficiency Incentive Programs in partnership with Resource Central. Sign up ASAP for
💧 Free sprinkler evaluations
🚜 $750 lawn replacement credit
🌼 Garden In A Box discounts
Learn more:
lkwd.co/OutdoorWater...
💧 Free sprinkler evaluations
🚜 $750 lawn replacement credit
🌼 Garden In A Box discounts
Learn more:
lkwd.co/OutdoorWater...
June 25, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Save water & money this summer with @lakewood.org 's Outdoor Water Efficiency Incentive Programs in partnership with Resource Central. Sign up ASAP for
💧 Free sprinkler evaluations
🚜 $750 lawn replacement credit
🌼 Garden In A Box discounts
Learn more:
lkwd.co/OutdoorWater...
💧 Free sprinkler evaluations
🚜 $750 lawn replacement credit
🌼 Garden In A Box discounts
Learn more:
lkwd.co/OutdoorWater...
"FRIDAY REPORT," Lakewood' weekly electronic newsletter, is a treasure trove of helpful news!. You'll be all caught up in one quick read & never miss an opportunity or important info. Tons of great info delivered straight to you email inbox - Sign up HERE: www.lakewood.org/.../E-Newsle...
June 21, 2025 at 6:55 PM
"FRIDAY REPORT," Lakewood' weekly electronic newsletter, is a treasure trove of helpful news!. You'll be all caught up in one quick read & never miss an opportunity or important info. Tons of great info delivered straight to you email inbox - Sign up HERE: www.lakewood.org/.../E-Newsle...
Just a friendly reminder that City of Lakewood offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of JUNETEENTH. Please check individual recreation center schedules for any altered holiday hours.
June 19, 2025 at 4:41 AM
Just a friendly reminder that City of Lakewood offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of JUNETEENTH. Please check individual recreation center schedules for any altered holiday hours.