Posted on: May 20, 2024
The Adams County Public Works team is excited to announce they have been awarded the Colorado Energy Office Community Accelerated Mobility Grant. This prestigious grant, totaling $75,000, will be matched with $25,000 from the county, bringing the total project budget to $100,000. This funding will support our initiative to enhance short-trip solutions in Adams County.
The project, titled Enhancing Short Trips in Adams County, aims to identify and address gaps in short-trip transportation, create a detailed implementation blueprint, and provide recommendations for integrating electric shared fleets into existing county processes.
“This grant will significantly advance our efforts to improve transportation options and sustainability in Adams County,” said County Commissioner and Board Chair, Emma Pinter. “We are grateful to the Colorado Energy Office for their support and look forward to implementing these innovative solutions to enhance mobility for our residents.”
The primary goals of the project include:
- Development of a Short-Trip Toolbox: This comprehensive toolbox will evaluate various short-trip solutions, such as shared electric micro mobility fleets and micro transit. Decision makers will receive tailored options that consider factors like population density, land use, and transportation demand. The toolbox will include use cases, implementation guidance, cost expectations, and procurement steps for each solution.
- Short-Trip Needs Assessment: The project will conduct a thorough assessment to identify the community's short-trip needs. This assessment will combine quantitative data analysis with qualitative community engagement to provide a holistic understanding of the transportation requirements in unincorporated Adams County.
- Implementation Plan: The project will develop three types of implementation recommendations:
- Pecos Pilot Technical Readiness Plan: This plan will detail the steps, timelines, costs, and partner responsibilities needed to execute a pilot program for a shared electric fleet along Pecos Street from 84th Avenue to 62nd Avenue. The needs assessment will inform this plan, ensuring community concerns and desires are addressed. While Pecos Street is a priority corridor in the Adams County 2022 Transportation Master Plan, alternate pilot locations will be considered if the assessment indicates a lack of community support.
- Integration Recommendations: These recommendations will suggest process improvements to include considerations for electric shared fleets in Adams County's multimodal studies and capital projects.
- Collaboration Recommendations: Given that unincorporated Adams County is often surrounded by jurisdictions with existing shared fleet programs, this project will also provide recommendations on how to partner with neighboring areas to leverage these programs effectively.
Posted on: June 11, 2024
Singer Thomas Mac Returns to Annual Stars & Stripes Event
The annual pre-Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park is back! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 3. Ward Electric presents a free evening in the park with country singer Thomas Mac, food, activities, and a spectacular fireworks display to honor America's independence.
"As we gather to celebrate Independence Day, we reflect on the freedoms and values that unite us as a community," said Emma Pinter, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. "It's a time to honor our history and enjoy the spirit of togetherness that this holiday brings."
Posted on: May 20, 2024
Adams County Public Works Team Awarded Colorado Energy Office Community Accelerated Mobility Grant
The Adams County Public Works team is excited to announce they have been awarded the Colorado Energy Office Community Accelerated Mobility Grant. This prestigious grant, totaling $75,000, will be matched with $25,000 from the county, bringing the total project budget to $100,000. This funding will support our initiative to enhance short-trip solutions in Adams County.
Posted on: May 17, 2024
Colorado Air and Space Port Adds New Deicing Equipment for More Effective Winter Weather Servicing
Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP), which is owned and operated by Adams County, has added additional deicing capabilities to its services with the new arrival of Polar Aircraft Deicer’s Arctic Fox. CASP employees will complete a comprehensive training and certification program on aircraft deicing and follow strict protocol to operate the new equipment.
Posted on: May 15, 2024
Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff For Peace Officers Memorial Day
DENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in honor of the law enforcement and peace officers who died in the line of duty, as directed by President Biden.
President Biden’s proclamation reads:
Posted on: May 14, 2024
Adams County Commissioners Vote to Enhance Internet Services for All Residents
Google Fiber will bring faster speeds and better service to Adams County internet users, as the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) approved an agreement today with the company that allows the installation, maintenance, and operation of a fiber-optic broadband network in the public right-of-way.
Posted on: May 13, 2024
Adams County Pride Returns Saturday, June 8
Adams County Pride is back at Riverdale Regional Park on Saturday, June 8. Take pride in who you are and celebrate love, diversity, and equality at the free, family-friendly festival.
Starting at 11 a.m., featured activities will include roller skating and art exhibits with Rainbow Dome, live music/entertainment, Airbound attractions, volleyball, and a drag show that’s guaranteed to dazzle.
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Check Your Air, Improve Your Health: Phone App Empowers Community During Air Quality Awareness Week
It’s no secret air pollution can cause both long- and short-term health conditions ranging from an itchy throat and shortness of breath to asthma attacks, cardiovascular disease, and mental illness.
That’s why Air Quality Awareness Week (AQAW) is back this year from May 6-10, with a greater focus than ever on empowering communities to find out what’s in the air they’re breathing and take action to better their health.
This year’s theme is “Knowing Your Air” with a different topic for each day of the week:
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Adams County Awards Over $1 Million to Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
The Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded $1,003,151.45 in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) at public hearing on Tuesday, April 30.
AMHR is a nonprofit community mental health organization that provides a wide range of mental health and addiction services to anyone and everyone in need. AMHR’s staff of physicians, nurses, psychologists, therapists, and peers works with all age groups, from children to seniors.
Posted on: April 23, 2024
Adams County Announces $4.638 Million in ARPA Grants for Domestic Violence Prevention Programs
Using federal funds available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded $4.638 million to local organizations for initiatives aimed at domestic violence prevention and services at its public hearing on Tuesday, April 23.
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Recycling in Adams County is Easier This Earth Day
Residents can celebrate Earth Day by signing up for recycling at their homes, a service now available in all parts of unincorporated Adams County.
In February, the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved an ordinance that requires all trash collection providers operating in unincorporated Adams County to offer curbside recycling services to their residential and commercial customers. The ordinance does not mandate what trash providers can charge for recycling services paid by the resident or business.
