Posted on: April 27, 2017
Adams County received a 2017 Metro Vision Award from the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) in partnership with the City of Brighton for work on the District Plan. Representatives from the county’s Long Range Strategic Planning Department accepted the award on Thursday, April 26, at a ceremony at the Sheraton Downtown Denver.
In an innovative collaboration, the City of Brighton and Adams County developed a District Plan that encourages smart growth, sustainability, and economic development around agritourism and farmland preservation. In response to the recent decline and fragmentation of existing farmland, the county worked in tandem with the city to define a new land use category that would allow food cultivation and food processing to operate alongside businesses and community.
“The City of Brighton and Adams County were honored to work with numerous property owners, stakeholders, and the public in creating and now implementing the District Plan,” said Abel Montoya, director of the county’s Long Range Strategic Planning Department. “This committed collaboration made the District Plan possible, and the cross-jurisdictional compromise and consensus made the plan better at every step of the way.”
With rapid growth expected over the next decade, the City of Brighton and Adams County have proactively identified a way to preserve the area’s historic farming heritage, envisioning food systems that coexist with farm-to-table restaurants, breweries, and bed and breakfasts. A significant amount of research and public engagement informed the District Plan, providing a solid plan with a vision that is reflective of the community as a whole. For more information about the District Plan, visit adcogov.org/districtplan.
DRCOG’s Metro Vision Award program recognizes exemplary projects, plans, and initiatives that significantly improve the quality of life in the Denver region and its communities. The regional council has been honoring outstanding achievements for more than 30 years.
Photo (pictured left to right): Shannon McDowell, Parks & Open Space Department, and Lori Wisner, Rachel Bacon, and Abel Montoya, Long Range Strategic Planning Department.
Posted on: April 18, 2017
Clear Creek Corridor Master Plan Community Events
Clear Creek runs approximately seven miles through southwest Adams County from Sheridan Blvd. to the South Platte River Confluence. Adams County currently owns approximately 178 acres of open space adjacent to Clear Creek. A regional trail and several trail access points have been developed through this corridor, but currently few other amenities are located along the corridor.
Posted on: April 18, 2017
Suncor to Conduct Live Fire Training
NOTICE: Suncor ERT will conduct live fire training on Thursday, April 20, from approximately 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. The live fire training will be conducted at the Plant 1 Fire Training grounds. During the training, there will likely be large flames and thick smoke produced. In the event of an actual emergency, all ERT training will cease and proper alarms will be sounded. For more information, contact Jeffrey Osetek, Suncor Security and Emergency Response Coordinator, at [email protected].
Posted on: April 17, 2017
Have Yard or Garden Questions? Ask a Master Gardener
The Colorado State University (CSU) Extension Master Gardeners in Adams County are ready to answer your home yard and garden questions. Master Gardeners are in the office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from April through October, and can be found at community gardens and garden centers throughout the season. Master Gardeners can answer questions on lawns, vegetable gardens, trees, houseplants, etc. Specially trained Master Gardeners from our Tree Team are also available for home visits to assess tree health for a small fee.
Posted on: April 17, 2017
CDOT Announces Lane and Ramp Closures on Westbound I-76 near US Highway 85
On Monday night, April 17, motorists should expect lane and ramp closures on westbound Interstate 76 near US Highway 85 while crews shift travel lanes onto new permanent pavement placed during Phase 1 of the I-76 at US 85 reconstruction project. The southbound US 85 direct access to westbound I-76 will be closed at 104th Avenue from 9 p.m. on Monday, April 17, until 5 a.m. Tuesday, April 18. A temporary full closure is necessary to move traffic onto the new alignment. Crews will also install an overhead sign structure over southbound US 85 during the full closure.
Posted on: April 11, 2017
Community Needs Assessment
Adams County Human Services has partnered with Joining Vision and Action to gather feedback from Adams County residents to help us better serve our communities. Joining Vision and Action will be in our communities and at various locations collecting feedback, in addition to conducting a series of focus groups. We would like to hear from as many residents as possible.
Posted on: April 11, 2017
Board of Commissioners Accepts County Manager’s Resignation
The Adams County Board of Commissioners accepted the resignation of County Manager Todd Leopold on Tuesday, April 11. Leopold was originally hired in 2012 as a deputy county administrator before accepting the county manager position in 2013.
Posted on: April 6, 2017
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered to Honor John Glenn
Gov. John Hickenlooper today ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings statewide beginning immediately until sunset, on the day of interment, in honor of John Glenn, and as proclaimed by President Donald J Trump.
Posted on: April 6, 2017
Suncor to Conduct Live Fire Training
Notice: Suncor will conduct live fire training at the Commerce City refinery on Thursday, April 6, from approximately 9 a.m .until 4 p.m. The live fire training will be conducted at the Plant 1 Fire Training grounds located on the west side of Brighton Blvd. (towards Burlington Ditch). During the training there will likely be large flames and thick smoke produced. In the event of an actual emergency, Suncor will cease all ERT training and proper alarms will be sounded.
Posted on: April 5, 2017
County Sets Seven Town Hall Meetings for 2017
The Adams County Board of Commissioners has set dates for seven town hall meetings, including two telephone town halls, in 2017. The meetings are open to all county residents.
The first of the meetings will be a telephone town hall on Tuesday, April 11, at 7 p.m. Visit www.adcogov.org/townhall to sign up to receive a call to join the town hall meeting when it begins. During the call, participants can engage commissioners with questions or simply listen to the conversation while taking part in poll questions.
Posted on: March 7, 2017
Adams County Director Honored by Society of Women Engineers
Jeff Maxwell, Adams County Transportation director, was honored on a national level by the Society of Women Engineers, receiving their Integrity Award for Male Supporter of the Year. In addition to increasing the number of women engineers being hired, Maxwell appointed the county’s first female engineering manager who oversees a team of women engineers who manage the county’s Transportation Capital Improvement Program.
