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: February 7, 2017
Adams County Hires Oil and Gas Inspector
Adam Kraich has joined the Adams County Community and Economic Development (CED) Department as Oil and Gas Inspector. In this role, Kraich will be responsible for field inspections, complaint response, guidance and outreach, and enforcement of county regulations.
Posted on: February 6, 2017
I-76 at US 85 Reconstruction Project
On Wednesday, Feb. 8 starting at 8 p.m., motorists should expect delays overnight on eastbound I-76 while crews shift travel lanes onto new detour pavement. Eastbound I-76 will be reduced to a single lane from 8 p.m. on Wednesday until 5:30 a.m. on Thursday morning.
Posted on: February 6, 2017
Highway Wall Repairs
The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor partner, Hamilton Construction Company, will soon begin repairing damaged retaining and sound walls at nine locations throughout the Denver metropolitan area. Repairs range from replacing damaged blocks to culvert cleaning to concrete patching. The most extensive work will occur at Interstate 70 / Carr Street, the Regional Transportation District Nine Mile Station, and US Highway 287 / Emma Street.
Posted on: February 1, 2017
Adams County Joins MacArthur Foundation’s Safety and Justice Challenge to Create More Effective Justice System
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation today announced that the Adams County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is one of 20 jurisdictions joining the Safety and Justice Challenge, a national $100 million initiative to reduce over-incarceration by changing the way America thinks about and uses jails. Adams County and the other jurisdictions will design and test innovative local justice reforms designed to safely drive down jail usage and reduce racial and ethnic disparities in their local justice systems.
Posted on: January 30, 2017
Printing Error on Property Tax Envelopes
A small number of Adams County property tax statements could be arriving in envelopes marked “Littleton Sewer and Storm Drainage Utility.”
The county’s external print vendor, Seattle-based The Master’s Touch, believes the error will impact less than one percent (500-3,000) of the 180,000 property tax statements the county is mailing. The error is believed to have occurred in their facility when envelopes from a previous print job were accidentally left in their sorting equipment.
Posted on: January 25, 2017
Adams County Hosts Regional Park and Fairgrounds Master Plan Open House
The Adams County Parks & Open Space Department and consultant team, Design Workshop, are working together to update the Adams County Regional Park and Fairgrounds Master Plan. The public is invited to an open house on Thursday, Feb. 2, 4:30–6:30 p.m., at Adams County Regional Park, Administration Building (9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton) to share thoughts and feedback on the future needs at the Regional Park and Fairgrounds.
Posted on: January 24, 2017
The Future of Adams County
This morning, three students were awarded and recognized for their professionalism, preparedness, and inquisitive determination at the 2016 Adams County Commissioners’ Career Expo. Of the nearly 6,000 8th grade students who attended, Sydney Thomas (Silver Hills Middle School), Kimmy Ton (Silver Hills Middle School), and Elijah Moore-Mundell (York International) went above and beyond and made a big impact on the businesses and higher education institutions they met with. We commend them, and are proud to recognize them as the future of Adams County.
Posted on: January 18, 2017
Citizens Invited to Help Select Adams County's Employee of the Year
Adams County government is preparing to select its Employee of the Year (also known as the "Employee of ALL Seasons"), and the entire Adams County community is invited to help choose the winner. Now through January 20, county residents can access the online ballot by clicking on the link below.
Posted on: January 17, 2017
Commissioner Eva J. Henry Elected Board Chair
The Adams County Board of Commissioners today elected Eva J. Henry to serve as board chair for 2017. This election marks Commissioner Henry’s second term in the role of Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. Henry, who represents District 1, also served in this capacity in 2013. Commissioner Charles “Chaz” Tedesco (District 2) was elected to serve as vice-chair.
Posted on: January 12, 2017
Adams County Awarded Funding for New Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations
Adams County has been awarded $54,080 from the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) through its Charge Ahead Colorado program for the purchase and deployment of new electric vehicles and charging stations. One new charging station will be added to the Adams County Government Center public parking lot (4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton). Two charging stations will be added to the new Westminster Human Services Center public parking lot and one charging station will be added to the employee parking lot.
