Adams County Approves Preliminary Plan for Affordable Housing Development
Posted on: February 19, 2019
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the rezoning, preliminary development plan, and preliminary plat for a 116-unit, multi-family housing development at 7401 Broadway in unincorporated Adams County at public hearing today.
The site formerly housed the county’s Child and Family Services Center, which was relocated to the new Adams County Human Services Center in Westminster in October 2017. The county partnered with Unison Housing Partners to repurpose this county-owned land to address the pressing need for affordable housing with a special focus on creating 12 units for youth transitioning out of foster care.
Following today’s approval, Unison will work to create a final development plan and final plat, subject to review and approval by the Board of County Commissioners later in 2019.
“Affordable housing has long been a priority for this board, and we are grateful to have the expertise of Unison on our side,” said Board Chair Steve O’Dorisio. “By developing this building into 116 housing units with top-notch amenities, we are fitting another piece into the puzzle of affordable housing in Adams County.”
The new housing units will be created within the existing building on the site, and four new buildings will be constructed to the west. Additional elements included in the new development include plans for raised-bed planters for gardening, two playgrounds, barbecue area, basketball court, and rooftop deck.
“We’re thrilled to move forward with the county on another affordable housing complex after having previous success with Alto in Westminster,” said Peter LiFari, Executive Director of Unison. “Our partnership with Adams County is making a difference in the lives of so many people in the community.”
Adams County completed a Housing Needs Assessment in 2017. One of the goals identified in the assessment is to reduce the affordability gap with housing costs and incomes. This new development supports the objective of providing affordable housing and other essential services to residents who are extremely cost-burdened.
Posted on: December 6, 2016
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered
Gov. John Hickenlooper today ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2016, and as proclaimed by President Barack Obama.
Posted on: December 5, 2016
Adams County Hires David Ball as Facilities Management Director
Adams County has selected David Ball as the new Facilities Management Director. Ball will oversee the department responsible for new construction and renovation, building repair and maintenance, environmental services, landscaping, equipment repair, preventative maintenance, solid waste pick up, and recycling.
“We’re excited to get someone with David’s talents and experience to lead our Facilities Management team,” said County Manager Todd Leopold. “David is the best candidate to handle the responsibilities of our current facilities, as well as those under construction.”
Posted on: December 2, 2016
CDOT Announces Delays and Ramp Closures on Westbound I-76
On Sunday, Dec. 4 starting at 8 p.m., motorists should expect delays overnight on westbound Interstate 76 while crews shift travel lanes onto new detour pavement. Westbound I-76 will be reduced to a single lane from 8 p.m. on Sunday until 5:00 a.m. on Monday morning.
Posted on: November 30, 2016
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags be lowered to half-staff on Friday, Dec. 2, on all public buildings statewide in memory of Colorado State Patrol Trooper Cody Donahue. Flags should be lowered from sunrise to sunset.
Trooper Donahue, 34, was struck and killed while investigating a crash on I-25 south of Castle Rock on the afternoon of November 25, 2016. He had served as a Colorado State Trooper for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Posted on: November 21, 2016
Adams County Finalizes 12 Adoptions on National Adoption Day
Just in time for the holidays, National Adoption Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, marked a new beginning for 12 children in Adams County. Chief Judge Patrick T. Murphy gathered the families for a carnival-themed celebration before they finalized their adoptions.
Posted on: November 21, 2016
Belated Black Friday Special at the Animal Shelter
Who says Black Friday deals have to end on Friday? As part of our the Animal Shelter’s “Belated Black Friday Special,” on Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., adoption fees for dogs will be marked down to $39.99 and $19.99 for cats—some exceptions may apply. Please visit the shelter or call 303.288.3294 for more information.
Posted on: November 18, 2016
Adams County Celebrates Re-Opening of Affordable Housing Complex
Representatives from the Adams County Community & Economic Development Department (CED) helped celebrate the grand re-opening of the Greenleaf Apartments complex on Beeler Street in an unincorporated area of the county near Aurora on Thursday, Nov. 17.
Posted on: November 15, 2016
Adams County Commissioners Award $5.8 Million in Open Space Grants
As a result of the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) awarded $5.8 million in open space grants for nine projects during today’s public hearing. Funding for this grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2016 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax.
The Open Space Advisory Board reviewed 14 grant applications for this grant cycle, recommending that the BOCC approve seven of the projects for full funding, and two projects for partial funding. Today, the BOCC awarded nine open space grants totaling $5,877,412.77.
Posted on: November 14, 2016
Adams County Celebrates National Adoption Day
Six adoptions to be finalized at special celebration
In celebration of National Adoption Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, the Adams County Board of Commissioners, Human Services Department, and the 17th Judicial District will host a special celebration at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, 9–11 a.m., to finalize six adoptions for Adams County children and their new families.
Posted on: November 8, 2016
Election Results From Adams County
The first round of unofficial election results will be posted between 7-7:30 p.m. on November 8, 2016. Further updates will be posted through the evening as counting continues.
Click here to view the most updated election results for Adams County.
