Dealing with Success

by Osman Parvez----Here's an interesting piece on the recent rapid growth of small towns in Colorado. From New West:Across the West, small-town business leaders, city…

Another Opportunity to Speak Up!

by Osman Parvez----While I'm on the subject of speaking up, here's another opportunity. It's time for a "mid-term" review of the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan,…

Martin Acres Neighborhood Garage Sale

by Osman Parvez----It ONLY comes once a year. The Annual Martin Acres Neighborhood Association Garage Sale is THIS weekend. Tons of stuff, plenty of variety,…

Catch Me, If You Can – The Bolder Boulder

by Osman Parvez----This Memorial Day I joined 50,000+ people running, walking, and rolling through the streets in the 29th annual Bolder Boulder. The annual 10K…

Why Pearl Street Works

by Osman Parvez----Since first moving to Boulder, I've enjoyed Pearl Street's independent shops, cafes, and art. When we have out of town guests, a stroll…

Actually, It’s Easy to Be Green

by Osman Parvez----A nice thing about living in Boulder is the range of efforts to promote environmental sustainability. At our neighborhood association meeting Monday night,…

The Washington Street School Debate Rages

by Osman Parvez----Here's more open dialogue occurring around the Washington Street School Re-Development Project. This continues from my previous post. From Greg Sherwin:Hi John and…

A Star Shines in Nederland

by Osman Parvez----I happened to be in Nederland a couple of weeks ago. I was sitting in the sun, enjoying a sandwich outside the Mountain…

Should Landlords Act as Parents?

by Osman Parvez----The wrestling match is over. It’s on the books.A few days ago Boulder’s City Council stepped up enforcement of nuisance laws holding landlords…

City Snow Plow Problems?

by Osman Parvez---- Call Felix Gallo, Coordinator for Transportation and Utilities Maintenance. Or as the Camera calls him. The Plowmaster. Contact information below.By the way, it…