Adams County Commemorates Veterans Memorial with Ceremony on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Posted on: December 8, 2022
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, Adams County celebrated the progress of the new Veterans Memorial with a mast stepping ceremony. The new Adams County Veterans Memorial is a life-sized replica of the USS Colorado BB-45 and newest highlight of Riverdale Regional Park.
The USS Colorado was a World War II-era battleship and the first of her battleship class—the Colorado Class. She served her country from August 1923 to January 1947, mostly in the Pacific Theater. The ship’s likeness will stand vigil on the shore of Mann-Nyholt Lake and serve as a memorial to all veterans—reminding visitors to appreciate the sacrifices made by veterans past, present, and future who protect and serve our great nation.
“The county’s hope is that the memorial will also be used as a place where families can keep our country’s history alive. By having a space dedicated to veterans’ service to our nation, multiple generations can gather to tell their own stories of serving in the military and reflect on the wars and battles that have given us the liberties we enjoy today,” said Adams County Commissioner Chair Lynn Baca.
In honor of the memorial’s namesake, Adams County celebrated the occasion on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day by marking the “stepping of the mast,” when the shell truly becomes a ship - and was joined by Command Master Chief Benjamin Chester and active-duty sailors. It’s fitting that 81 years after the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, a new World War II-era replica ship takes shape. Watch our recap video of the ceremony.
“The purpose of this project is to provide a space that not only honors living military members – both active and retired – but also recognizes our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice,” said County Commissioner Chaz Tedesco.
Mast stepping ceremonies have long been tradition in shipbuilding, and typically involve welding coins or significant items to the mast. These items are believed to bring good luck to the vessel and serve as a time capsule aboard the ship. In following tradition, Adams County placed a letter of support signed by elected officials and municipalities in the mast of the memorial. Senator Dominick Moreno, Senator Faith Winter, Senator Kevin Priola, State Representative Dafna Michaelson Jenet, State Representative Yadira Caraveo, State Representative Shannon Bird, and State Representative Kyle Mullica were all co-signers.
The memorial is expected to be completed by Spring 2023.
Posted on: December 13, 2024
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Posted on: November 19, 2024
Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $12 Million in Open Space Grants
On Tuesday, Nov. 19, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded more than $12 million in open space grants for 21 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the fall 2024 grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2024 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.
Posted on: November 5, 2024
Adams County Appoints Dionne Stroter as Deputy County Manager
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.
Posted on: October 31, 2024
Adams County Hosts Consul General of Mexico for Collaborative Lunch Meeting with Board of County Commissioners
The Adams County Board of County Commissioners and senior leadership welcomed the appointed Consul General of Mexico in Denver, Ambassador Pavel Melendez-Cruz, at a meet-and-greet lunch on Tuesday, Oct. 29. This meeting fostered an invaluable discussion on deepening partnerships to better serve Adams County’s growing Mexican community and enhance mutual collaboration across economic, social, and cultural initiatives.
Posted on: October 22, 2024
Adams County Appoints Kristin Sullivan as Deputy County Manager
Adams County is pleased to announce the appointment of Kristin Sullivan as Deputy County Manager. Sullivan brings 20 years of experience in local government and urban planning, including 11 years of prior service with Adams County, and is set to strengthen the county’s leadership team with her extensive knowledge and expertise.
Posted on: October 22, 2024
Board Approves 2025 Holiday Schedule
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Posted on: October 14, 2024
Commissioners’ Corner: Looking Back to Move Forward
By Emma Pinter, Chair of the Adams County Board of Commissioners
When Adams County puts together our annual community report, teams across our departments pore over a year of successes, statistics, and stories to decide what should be included. We compare each moment side-by-side with our mission and vision and evaluate our accomplishments based on what matters most—the impact they had on the lives of our county’s residents.
Posted on: October 10, 2024
Behavioral Health Employers Need More Workers—Adams County Looking to Make the Connection
What: Behavioral Health Career Fair
Where: Front Range Community College Westminster Campus, Rocky Mountain Room, 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster
When: Friday, Oct. 11, 4–7 p.m.
Following the recommendations of the Adams County Behavioral Health Services and Supports Assessment: A Blueprint for Action, Adams County is addressing one of the barriers to behavioral health services: a lack of workforce.
Posted on: October 3, 2024
Colorado Air and Space Port Achieves National Airport Designation
Elevated Status in FAA Classification Positions Airport for Future Growth and Funding Opportunities
Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) is proud to announce its new designation as a National General Aviation Airport, the highest classification in the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS). This significant achievement reflects the airport's increasing activity, infrastructure, and regional importance in aviation.
Posted on: September 18, 2024
Adams County Appoints David Fraser as Interim County Manager
Adams County is pleased to announce the appointment of David Fraser as the Interim County Manager. Fraser, a distinguished leader with three decades of experience in local government, will guide the county through this transitional period until Spring 2025, when the Board of County Commissioners will seek a permanent replacement.
