Adams County Launches Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Posted on: April 7, 2021
As part of its COVID-19 emergency response and recovery strategy, Adams County – in partnership with Maiker Housing Partners, Brighton Housing Authority, and Commerce City Housing Authority – has launched the Adams County Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program. The Adams County ERA Program may be able to help eligible renters with past due rent, utilities, and future rent payments.
Eligible households must meet the following criteria:
- Qualify for unemployment or have experienced a reduction in household income, have incurred significant costs, or have experienced a financial hardship, directly or indirectly, due to COVID-19;
- Are at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability;
- Rent a home in Adams County (excluding in the City of Aurora, where renters can apply through the city’s website); and
- Have a household income at or below 80% of the area median income, or AMI.
“In the past year, too many renters have felt the pinch of having to decide whether to pay their rent on time or put food on the table for their families. Our hope is this program eliminates that terrible decision for many of them,” said Eva J. Henry, chair of the Board of County Commissioners. “This program can help renters better position themselves financially as we all move closer to putting this pandemic behind us.”
Additionally, landlords with tenants behind on rent may submit tenant’s contact information on behalf of the tenant through the Adams County ERA Program Landlord portal. Tenants will be notified and may apply for assistance.
To see the full program guidelines and learn how to apply, visit the Adams County ERA Program website.
The Adams County ERA Program is supported in whole by federal award number ERA0099, awarded to Adams County, State of Colorado by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Adams County received $14.2 million in total for this program.
Posted on: October 6, 2016
Adams County Fall Photography Contest
Did you capture a great photo in Adams County? It could be featured in our Adams County publications and on our website and you have the chance to win an iPad Air!
Posted on: October 5, 2016
County Offices Closed Oct. 10
| Adams County government offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 10, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 11. |
Posted on: October 3, 2016
I-76 construction at US 85 starts in October
In early October, CDOT and contractor partner, Villalobos Concrete Inc., will begin a reconstruction project at the Interstate 76 and US Highway 85 interchange. The project will improve the geometry of the westbound I-76 curve where the interstate joins southbound US 85. This transition area will be upgraded to current design standards to improve safety and traffic flow. An additional travel lane from southbound US 85 to 96th Avenue will be built with the project. Portions of I-76 will also be replaced with new concrete pavement.
Posted on: September 29, 2016
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Shimon Peres, Former President and Prime Minister of Israel
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags be lowered to half-staff to honor the memory of former President and Prime Minister of Israel, Shimon Peres, and as proclaimed by President Barack Obama. Flags should be flown at half-staff until sunset on Friday, September 30, 2016.
Posted on: September 26, 2016
Welby Heritage Foundation Hosting Neighborhood Meeting
The Welby Heritage Foundation is hosting a neighborhood meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Welby Montessori School, 1200 E. 78th Ave., Denver. Meet your neighbors and join the Welby Heritage Foundation for a community night geared toward neighborhood information and collaboration.
What to expect at the meeting:
Posted on: September 22, 2016
Free Paint Drop-Off Event
Sustainable Adams County and the City of Thornton are hosting a free paint drop-off event for local households and businesses on Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m.- 1 pm., at the Adams County Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton. Citizens may bring most types of paint, stain and varnish.
Posted on: September 16, 2016
County Launches New Website
Adams County government is pleased to announce the launch of a new website built with an emphasis on responsive design, improved search functionality, an updated look, and easy-to-use navigation tools.
Posted on: September 16, 2016
Traffic Advisory - Ramp closure on westbound I-70 to southbound I-225
The Colorado Department of Transportation reported that the ramp leading from westbound Interstate 70 to southbound Interstate 225 will be closed from 10 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16, until 5 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 19. Closures are necessary so crews can install three 44-foot modular joints that each must be installed in one piece across the width of the bridge.Traffic is advised to use alternate routes.
Posted on: September 13, 2016
Rain Barrel Program Workshop
Sustainable Adams County has partnered with CSU Extension to educate Adams County residents on rainwater collection systems. This is an opportunity for residents to learn the facts, become familiar with the environmental benefits of rain harvesting, and leave armed with the tools and knowledge to become a successful contributor to conservation in Adams County.
Posted on: September 12, 2016
Opioid Epidemic in Colorado - Policies, Programs, & Progress
BRIGHTON, Colorado, - As part of the Obama Administration’s effort to address the opioid epidemic in this country, USDA Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsak has been tasked with leading an interagency effort focused on heroin and prescription drug abuse in rural areas. The department has been convening a series of regional roundtables across the country to raise awareness around this issue and to solicit input from community leaders and medical professionals about the special challenges facing rural communities and what is needed for rural ar
