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Adams County Secures Second Round of Funding from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

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Posted on: March 3, 2023

Adams County is proud to announce the distribution of its second round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, a total of $48,550,500. The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) has identified several partnerships and initiatives to distribute the funds and address housing and homelessness prevention, mental health, domestic violence and public health initiatives. 

"Adams County recognizes the housing and mental health crisis in our communities,” said Steve O’Dorisio, BoCC Chair. "This second round of ARPA funding allows us to lean into these challenges to improve outcomes for our most vulnerable residents.”  

The second round of ARPA funding will be used to support a wide range of initiatives, including the following: 

  • $4,320,000 in funding for respite housing for Adams County residents fleeing domestic violence. Domestic violence is currently the leading cause of homelessness in Adams County. 
  • The Land Trust received $7,000,000, working primarily with Maiker Housing Partners, the county’s housing authority. The partnership will use the funds for market-timed acquisition of parcels for affordable housing projects. 
  • The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Partnership received $3,800,000 for acquisition of property for transitional and permanently supportive housing. 
  • The Homeless Campus Partnership with the City of Aurora will receive $5,000,000 for the creation of a $70,000,000 campus. The campus will feature 150 shelter beds, 80 transitional units, and a full-service day center with laundry, mental health services, housing navigation, and case management. 
  • The Mental/Behavioral Health initiatives will receive $9,125,000 in funding. The initiatives include identifying community needs, resources, and gaps in access to care. 
  • The Mobile Mental Health/Human Services will receive $1,800,000 for access to outreach for people experiencing homelessness. 
  • The Strengthening Families Partnership with the Early Childhood Partnership of Adams County (ECPAC), Human Services, and Public Health will receive $1,150,000 for early childhood prevention services for mental health intervention.  

The county will work closely with the BoCC, local stakeholders, and other community leaders to ensure the funding is allocated efficiently and effectively, and it produces tangible benefits for the people of Adams County. With this second round of ARPA funding, Adams County will have received a total of $101,000,000 in relief.  

Group photo of 2023 Adams County Scholarship Fund winners
Posted on: June 8, 2023

Adams County Students Awarded More Than $1 Million in Scholarships

Fifty-eight Adams County high school students were awarded scholarships totaling more than $1 million on Wednesday, June 7, through the Adams County Scholarship Fund. Adams County Commissioners introduced the Scholarship Fund in 2016, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative, making this the eighth group of recipients.

Thomas Mac
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Annual Stars & Stripes Event to Feature Singer Thomas Mac

The annual pre-Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park is back! Mark your calendars for the third of July celebration. Ward Electric presents a free evening in the park with country singer, Thomas Mac, and a festive display of fireworks.

Food and beverage vendors will begin serving at 4 p.m. Enjoy live music followed by the 9:30 p.m. fireworks show.

Posted on: May 31, 2023

I Voted Sticker Design Contest Winners Announced

The Adams County Elections Department received 36 entries for the I Voted Sticker Design Contest from both students and residents. Four winners were chosen, and the winning designs will be used throughout the 2023 Coordinated, 2024 Presidential Primary, 2024 Primary, and 2024 General Elections. The Adams County Elections Department received 36 entries for the I Voted Sticker Design Contest from both students and residents. Four winners were chosen, and the winning designs will be used throughout the 2023 Coordinated, 2024 Presidential Primary, 2024 Primary, and 2024 General Elections.

Veterans Memorial Ribbon Cutting
Posted on: May 30, 2023

Adams County Veterans Memorial Grand Opening Ceremony

The long-awaited grand opening ceremony for the highly anticipated Adams County Veterans Memorial took place at Riverdale Regional Park today, May 29, marking a significant milestone in honoring the brave men and women who selflessly served our nation. Adams County Commissioners were joined by Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo, U.S.

Memorial Sign
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Adams County Veterans Memorial Sign Program

Adams County is highly invested in showing support for residents who are currently serving or are veterans of the United States military services. As part of this commitment, the Public Works Department has implemented the Veterans Memorial Sign Program. This program is intended to allow residents of Adams County who are family or friends of military veterans killed in the line of duty to request dedication of a street in Adams County in memory of their departed veterans.

York Street Ribbon Cutting
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating the York St. Phase 1 and Pedestrian Underpass Public Art Installation Project

Today, Adams County celebrated the York St. Phase 1 and Pedestrian Underpass Public Art Installation project with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The York St. Phase 1 Project was a $10.4 million investment that made road and drainage improvements to York St. between E. 78th Ave. and State Highway 224. The project is the first of three the county is implementing to develop this essential corridor for residents of Adams County.