Posted on: May 9, 2019
Adams County Commissioners and staff completed a successful trip to Japan with the April 22, 2019 announcement of a letter of intent with PD AeroSpace Ltd. to operate at Colorado Air and Space Port.
During their time in Japan (April 13-20), the group from Colorado had formal meetings with two aerospace companies, Spaceport Japan, and the Japanese space agency JAXA, and engaged the City of Machida in a governmental exchange.
From an economic development standpoint, the letter of intent with PD AeroSpace was a highlight of the trip. But there were substantive conversations with all the parties and an expressed interest to continue these discussions as these companies, site operators, and governing bodies continue their independent pursuits.
“It was an incredibly productive trip with companies and agencies in Japan – which is a top five trading partner with Colorado,” said Board Chair Steve O’Dorisio. “When discussing opportunities with potential aerospace partners, we weren’t just selling Colorado Air and Space Port, but the aerospace infrastructure that exists, along with Colorado and the quality of life we enjoy here.”
Sandwiched between the aerospace discussions were a meeting and tour of development projects and the Museum of Graphic Arts in the City of Machida. Mayor Joichi Ishizaka proved to be a gracious host by sharing insight into their governance structure and accepting small gifts, including a scarf from the Colorado Rapids. Mayor Ishizaka even suggested that it would be fun to have an exhibition match someday between their FC Machida Zelvia and the Adams County-based Rapids. City of Machida officials supplied the Colorado delegation with scrumptious local pastries and an exclusive tour at the Museum of Graphic arts. There, visitors were able to learn about and examine classical art pieces that are not often available for public viewing.
“It was fascinating to learn how many similarities we share with the City of Machida while also learning about the subtle differences in governing, policy making, and organizational structure,” said County Manager Raymond Gonzales. “The museum was incredibly memorable for both the scope of their collection and the understanding that some of the pieces we were fortunate enough to see date back hundreds of years.”
The delegation from Colorado included all five Adams County Commissioners, three staff members from the County Manager’s office, Colorado Air and Space Port Director Dave Ruppel, Vicky Lea from Metro Denver Economic Development and Colorado Space Coalition, and Brian Gulliver, an aerospace expert from Kimley-Horn Engineering. The county did not cover any costs associated with the trip for Lea or Gulliver. Marketing and presentation materials were created internally by the Adams County Communications Department.
Posted on: February 6, 2024
Adams County Health Department (ACHD) Supports Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s Recent Action to Protect Clean Air for All
Today, the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) announced the largest state enforcement package against a single facility for air pollution violations to Suncor refinery in Commerce City. Suncor must pay at least $10.5 million toward penalties and projects due to air pollution violations from July 2019 through June 2021. This action is a step toward holding Suncor more accountable for past violations and requires the refinery to take steps to prevent future violations.
Posted on: January 9, 2024
Commissioner Emma Pinter Elected Board Chair for 2024
Commissioner Eva Henry Selected as Vice-Chair
On Tuesday, Jan. 9, the Adams County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Emma Pinter as board chair for 2024. Pinter first took office to represent District 4 as commissioner in 2019 and won re-election in 2022.
Posted on: December 28, 2023
Adams County, VOA Colorado, DRCOG, and Senior Hub Seek Volunteers to Deliver Meals to Older Adults
The nonprofit Senior Hub recently reported it was running out of funds to continue supporting its Meals on Wheels program in Adams County. To ensure Senior Hub’s existing clients continue to receive meal delivery services, Adams County has partnered with Senior Hub, Volunteers of America Colorado (VOA Colorado), and Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) to fund emergency meals while a long-term strategy is developed to continue these services for older adults into the new year.
Posted on: December 19, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly Half Staff to Honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings to honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Nation’s highest court as directed by President Biden. Flags should be at half-staff from midnight Monday, Dec. 18, to sunset Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Governor Polis previously released a statement on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.
The text of President Biden’s proclamations reads:
Posted on: December 12, 2023
Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $8 Million in Open Space Grants
On Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded more than $8 million in open space grants for 16 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the fall 2023 grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2023 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.
Posted on: December 7, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff For Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, December 7, 2023, in honor of the Americans who died in service of their country at Pearl Harbor, as directed by President Biden.
President Biden’s proclamation reads:
Posted on: December 5, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to be Lowered to Honor Sergeant Michael Moran
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, to honor Sergeant Michael Moran, who was killed in the line of duty last week. Flags should be lowered Dec. 6, the day of the service, from sunrise to sunset on all public buildings statewide.
Posted on: November 21, 2023
Governor Polis Orders Flags to be Lowered to Half Staff in Remembrance of First Lady Rosalynn Carter
DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings in honor and remembrance of First Lady Rosalynn Carter as proclaimed by President Biden. Flags should be lowered beginning on Saturday, November 25, 2023, until sunset on the day of the funeral which will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
The President’s full proclamation text states:
Posted on: November 16, 2023
Adams County Celebrates National Adoption Day
On Thursday, Nov. 16, 18 children in Adams County welcomed a new start on National Adoption Day. A special celebration took place at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton.
The Board of County Commissioners, Human Services Department, and the 17th Judicial District hosted the adoptive families. Adams County projects a total of 130 adoptions will be finalized by the end of the year.
Posted on: October 31, 2023
