Aftermath of the Windstorm and Power Outage: Slash, Feedback, Grants

Slash

This week's email newsletter from the City mentioned free public drop-off days for fallen branches and downed trees:

The Tincup Ridge Slash Yard (151 S Rooney Rd, Golden, CO 80401) will be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, and Saturday, January 24.

These temporary drop-offs are intended for storm-related debris only, specifically fallen or downed branches. Christmas trees will not be accepted.

Feedback

The State is inviting feedback regarding Xcel's handling of the Planned Shutdown:

Public Safety Power Shutoff - December 2025

On December 17, 2025 Xcel Energy implemented a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) impacting around 52,000 customers in Boulder, Clear Creek, Jefferson, Larimer and Weld counties. PSPS events are implemented in order to reduce the risk of a wildfire caused by power lines

Engage Colorado DORA

The Golden Chamber wants to hear how the Planned Shutdown affected local businesses:

Grants for Downtown Businesses

During the January 5th Downtown Development Authority meeting, the board decided to offer grants to help alleviate losses suffered by downtown businesses during the Power Shutdown. The grants will be $2500, $3000, or $3500, depending on the size/revenue of the business. Businesses located in the DDA area will be contacted by the City.