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Westminster Launches New Engagement Platform OUR Westminster

Westminster residents can now engage with city leadership through the new community platform, OUR Westminster. It allows residents to provide feedback on local projects and initiatives, enhancing transparency and participation. The platform features interactive tools, supports non-English speakers, and promotes inclusivity, making it easier for everyone to be involved in community planning.
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Westminster Exempts Essential Items from Sales Tax

Westminster will exempt the 4.25% sales tax on diapers, infant formula, and feminine hygiene products starting November 22, 2026, aiming to save families $400,000 to $600,000 annually. This initiative responds to rising living costs and aligns with similar measures in Colorado, emphasizing affordability for essential items.
A rendering of the front of the new Westminster Municipal Courthouse.
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Vote on the New Municipal Courthouse Artwork

We're inviting residents to vote on the public art design that will be featured at the new Municipal Courthouse. Review the finalist concepts and cast your vote to help select the artwork that will welcome visitors for years to come. Voting is open August 3-11 on OUR Westminster.
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Participate in Our Water Saving Contest

Westminster is under a Drought Watch and seeks community involvement in water conservation through a Water Saving Contest. Residents are encouraged to share innovative water-saving tips for a chance to win prizes. Submissions can be made via the City’s engagement platform starting July 13, with monthly winners and a grand prize in October.
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Westminster Encourages Residents to Follow County Fire Restrictions and Fireworks Ban 

Westminster encourages residents to adhere to stage 2 fire restrictions due to wildfire risks as the Fourth of July approaches. All personal fireworks, including sparklers and grills, are prohibited. The city’s professional fireworks show will continue. Residents are urged to celebrate safely by attending community events and avoiding personal fireworks.
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Westminster’s Strategic Plan

Westminster City Council is proud to introduce Westminster’s Strategic Plan — a shared vision for the future of our city rooted in transparency, accountability, and a commitment to serving every member of our community.
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Westminster Completes First 3H-Funded Street Improvement Project

Westminster residents are experiencing tangible benefits from Ballot Measure 3H, as the City has initiated its first neighborhood repaving project in the Appleblossom area, funded by the measure. With a $2 million annual allocation, the initiative focuses on enhancing safety and infrastructure, with future projects planned for the Amherst and Countryside neighborhoods.
Two city workers in neon vests hard at work repairing a pothole on a neighborhood street
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Pothole Palooza 2026 Kicks Off

Pothole Palooza 2026 in Westminster runs April 27–30, focusing on repairing reported potholes. Residents can submit reports via Access Westminster by 2 p.m. on April 30. Participants enter a raffle for a personalized street sign. Last year, the community reported over 100 potholes, resulting in 2,201 repairs.