Adams County Appoints Dionne Stroter as Deputy County Manager
Posted on: November 5, 2024
Adams County is proud to announce the appointment of Dionne Stroter as Deputy County Manager. A Colorado native with over 20 years of experience in public administration, Stroter brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for equity and community engagement to her new role.
Most recently, Stroter served as the Deputy Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), where she helped manage over $1.5 billion in federal stimulus funds for pandemic recovery and spearheaded initiatives focused on enhancing communications and digital accessibility. Her extensive experience in managing complex projects and fostering operational excellence will be key to her new role in Adams County.
“We are excited to welcome Dionne Stroter to Adams County,” said Emma Pinter, Chair of the Board of Commissioners. “Her vast experience and commitment to equity will be invaluable as we continue to meet the needs of our diverse community.”
Stroter's dedication to public service is evident in her previous role as Executive Director of Denver’s Office of Children’s Affairs (OCA). During her tenure at OCA, she expanded Head Start services, piloted innovative youth transportation programs, and increased funding for childcare and afterschool services. Stroter has also held leadership positions in several key Denver city agencies, including Finance, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and General Services.
“Dionne’s hands-on leadership and commitment to creating accessible, community-focused programs make her a fantastic addition to our team,” said Interim County Manager David Fraser. “Her experience is a perfect match for our mission to provide inclusive, effective service for everyone in Adams County.”
A fierce advocate for equity, Stroter has worked tirelessly to improve outcomes for underserved communities throughout Colorado. She has been actively involved in numerous community initiatives, including serving as chair of the Aurora Cultural Affairs Commission and co-chair of the Central Park United Neighbors Equity and Diversity Committee.
Posted on: September 23, 2022
Coroner Seeks and Obtains Permission to Release Amended Autopsy Report
After the recent ruling by Adams County District Judge Seedorf, Adams County Coroner Monica Broncucia-Jordan filed an emergency motion with the Denver District Court in hopes the court would authorize the release of the amended autopsy report for Elijah McClain. That motion was granted today by Judge Baumann.
Posted on: September 21, 2022
Adams County Takes Art Experiences Outside
Explores Wellness Benefits of Art in the Great Outdoors
To support the urgent mental and behavioral health crisis in the community, Adams County has launched two campaigns to bridge the gap between public art, the outdoors, and wellness – while also bringing access to and highlighting the expanding parks, open space, and trail system available to the public.
Posted on: September 20, 2022
Adams County Receives $1,144,816.02 from the Metropolitan Football Stadium District Board
At public hearing on Tuesday, Sept. 20, Adams County received $1,144,816.02 from the Metropolitan Football Stadium District Board. Taxpayers funded 75% of the Broncos’ stadium cost through a one-tenth of one percent sales tax. Last month, the Metropolitan Football Stadium District Board voted unanimously to approve a share back amount of just over $41 million. The amount the county received is based on the breakdown of how much of the district tax was collected from each municipality.
Posted on: September 20, 2022
Gov. Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II
DENVER — Governor Jared Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff beginning immediately until sunset on the day of interment, in honor of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, as proclaimed by President Biden.
The text of the proclamation reads:
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was more than a monarch. She defined an era.
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Gov. Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor El Paso County Sheriff’s Deputy Andrew Peery
DENVER — Today, Governor Jared Polis ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide for Monday, August 15, 2022 to honor the life of Deputy Andrew Peery, a decorated and dedicated member of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, who was killed in the line of duty. The funeral services will be held Monday, August 15, 2022 at 11:00am at New Life Church, 11025 Voyager Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $18 Million in Open Space Grants
On Tuesday, Aug. 9, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded more than $18 million in open space grants for 25 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the spring 2022 grant cycle came from revenues from the second half of the 2022 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Adams County Awards $800,000 in Community Enrichment Grants
Adams County provides financial support to nonprofit programs each year through the Community Enrichment Grant. The purpose of the grant is to support programs that assist Adams County residents with their basic needs and to help people become self-sufficient.
This year there were 63 applications for $800,000 of funding. The grant requests totaled more than $2.5 million, and approximately one third of those organizations received their full funding request and were recognized by the Board of County Commissioners at public hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 16.
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Hundreds of Families Served Through Back-to-School Bash Event
On Saturday, July 30, Adams County Human Services provided school supplies for 426 low-income Adams County families at the Back-to-School Bash event. 1,073 children received backpacks and other school supplies such as notebooks, binders, folders, sanitizing wipes, pencil boxes, pens, dry-erase markers, hoodies, socks, and more.
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Suncor ERT Boom Deployment Exercise - Aug. 26, 2022
Suncor’s Emergency Response Team will conduct an oil spill exercise today, Friday, Aug. 26, on the South Platte River near 104th Ave. in Thornton.
The team will practice deploying oil containment booms in a simulated release scenario beginning around 1 p.m. No oils, chemicals, or other materials will be placed into the river, with the exception of rope and boom which will be removed at the completion of the exercise. This exercise will consist of:
Posted on: September 18, 2022
Gov. Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II
DENVER — Governor Jared Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff beginning immediately until sunset on the day of interment, in honor of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, as proclaimed by President Biden.
The text of the proclamation reads:
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was more than a monarch. She defined an era.
