GREELEY, Colo. — All City of Greeley recreational facilities will close early at 4 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 15, due to extreme weather. This decision prioritizes public safety amidst the snow and severe temperatures, which are expected to reach negative 26 degrees Fahrenheit according to the National Weather Service. Essential services such as Public Works, Police, Fire and other public safety personnel will operate normally.
On Tuesday, Jan. 16, all Greeley City facilities will operate on a delayed start beginning at 11 a.m. and will close early at 4 p.m. to allow for safe travel. Tuesday’s City Council meeting will operate normally at 6 p.m. in City Center South, 1001 11th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado.
Greeley public facilities affected by the late start and early closure for Jan. 16 include:
- City Hall, 1000 10th Street
- City Center North, 1100 10th Street
- City Center South, 1001 11th Avenue
- Greeley Recreation Center, 651 10th Avenue
- Family FunPlex, 1501 65th Avenue
- Greeley Ice Haus, 900 8th Avenue
- Rodarte Community Center, 920 A Street
- Greeley Active Adult Center, 1501 65th Avenue
- Public Works Administrative Building, 1001 9th Avenue
Officials urge residents to limit outdoor activities and driving during the severe weather. This will aid Public Works crews and emergency services in responding to urgent matters and maintaining safety. Street crews and snowplows will prioritize major and essential roadways before moving to neighborhood roads.
For more information on snow removal priorities, visit greeleygov.com/streets.
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Greeley-Evans Transit (GET)
Greeley-Evans Transit is operating on its normal schedule, with the potential for minor delays due to the weather. The University of Northern Colorado will have a late start Tuesday, Jan. 16. As a result, the Boomerang Route will begin around 10:45 a.m. at University of Northern Colorado Gunter Hall, 1828 10th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado.
Municipal Court Appearances
Municipal Court will operate during regular hours, opening at 8 a.m. and closing at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16.
Cold Weather Shelter
There are two overnight shelters open and ready to receive guests in Greeley. Adults (18 and older) can seek shelter at the United Way Cold Weather Shelter, 870 28th Street. Families are welcome at the Guadalupe Center, a warming shelter located at 1442 N 11th Avenue. The Salvation Army, 1119 6th Street, is open for walk-ins between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. for daytime warming and feeding.
Anyone needing transportation to the Cold Weather Shelter can call 970-350-7373 for help.
For more updates as they occur visit greeleygov.com.
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