New Resident Information
Welcome to Longmont!
Welcome to a place where community matters. As a new resident, you’re now part of a vibrant and growing area filled with opportunities to connect, explore, and thrive. Use this page to access important services, learn about local resources, and discover what makes Longmont a great place to live.
Helpful Steps as a New Resident
Getting Started with Utilities
Visit MyUtilityAccount.LongmontColorado.gov to connect your service. Account requirements vary if you are renter or owner, but will be outlined in the setup steps. For assistance, you can call (303) 651-8664 or visit the Civic Center, in addition to using the utility billing website.
Set up NextLight
NextLight is the city’s fiber internet service and it has repeatedly been ranked as one of the fastest internet providers in the nation while also garnering praise from its local customers for its value and reliability. Visit the NextLight website to get started.
Trash, Recycling, and Composting Schedules
See your custom collection calendar, download the free mobile app and sign up for reminders and service alerts at the Collection Schedule webpage.
Emergency Notifications
To receive local reverse emergency notifications on your cell phone, visit the Emergency Notifications page and follow the directions for Boulder or Weld Counties, depending on your address. Learn more about the Public Safety Department (which includes police and fire) on its webpage.
Sign up for City Emails
Sign up for the emails that you would want to receive about the latest news, events, and alerts from the City and its departments.
Find Your City Representative
Longmont is divided into three election wards. Voters from each Ward elect one City Council member and the remaining Council members and the Mayor are elected by all voting residents of the City of Longmont and are representatives at large. You can learn more about the City Government at the Government page and don’t forget to register to vote!
Explore Longmont
There are many activities and adventures awaiting you. Find some as a new resident on the Fun Things to Do in Longmont page and the events calendar of the latest city events.
