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Adams County Delegation Completes Successful Trip to Japan

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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.

 
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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.  

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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:

The Pedroza family poses on National Adoption Day.
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. 

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Posted on: September 11, 2023

Governor Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor 9/11 Anniversary

Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Monday, September 11, 2023, from sunrise to sunset to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and also in recognition of Patriot Day, which was designated by Congress in 2001.  

President Biden issued A Proclamation on Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, 2023, and ordered flags lowered to half-staff. The full text is below:

Posted on: September 7, 2023

Adams County Health Department Reports First Death of the Season from West Nile Virus Infection

Adams County Health Department (ACHD) officials confirmed the first death from West Nile virus, an adult resident, within the county this year.

West Nile virus is spread to people through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Most infected with the virus do not have symptoms. However, one in five could develop flu-like symptoms, which typically begin two to 14 days after exposure. Serious, potentially deadly neurologic illness occurs in fewer than one in 100 infected people.