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Adams County State of Emergency Extended

Due to the continued spread of COVID-19 in Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) declared a state of emergency for Adams County on Wednesday, March 11. The order was extended on Wednesday, March 18 (through Wednesday, March 25), and again on Wednesday March 2
Adams County and Tri-County Health Department Move to Safer at Home Order Starting May 9

As part of its COVID-19 emergency response and recovery strategy, Adams County, in partnership with Tri-County Health Department, is moving to a safer at home order starting on Saturday, May 9, with more specific details available later this week.

Adams County is launching a series of programs to assist small businesses with the reopening and recovery process.
County Establishes Small Business Stabilization Program to Provide Grants for Job Retention

As part of its COVID-19 emergency response and recovery strategy, Adams County, through its Community & Economic Development Department, is establishing the Small Business Stabilization Program to provide local businesses with grants up to $35,000, dependent on business needs, to retain jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
County Receives $90 Million in CARES Funding to Support COVID-19 Response

Adams County has received $90 million from the federal government under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The funding will cover costs that are necessary to respond to the ongoing public health emergency related to COVID-19. The county will distribute 45% of the allocated funds to municipalities that were ineligible to receive direct funding under the CARES Act. Specific allocation details will be released in the next week and will follow similar distribution formulas used by the county when allocating funds to Adams County municipalities.
Suncor to Conduct Maintenance at Commerce City Refinery

On Wednesday, April 29, Suncor will begin conducting maintenance in Plant 1 of the Commerce City Refinery. This work may result in some increased flaring and the potential for black smoke. Regulatory agencies have been notified and it is anticipated the work will be completed by Thursday evening, April 30. Suncor's focus is on completing the maintenance safely while minimizing any impacts on our neighboring communities and the environment. If you have questions or concerns please contact [email protected].
Treasurer’s Office Accepting Tax Payments Throughout Closure

In late March, Governor Jared Polis authorized county treasurers to waive delinquent interest on property tax payments through April 20 in Executive Order D 2020-012. Earlier this month, Polis announced in a press conference he was authorizing the treasurers to continue to waive interest on first half real property payments and extended that through April 30.
County Buildings to Remain Closed through May 31, County Under Extended Stay-at-Home Order Through May 8

Due to continuing concerns of coronavirus (COVID-19), county leadership made the decision to extend the building closures for many county locations through May 31, with the intent to reopen buildings Monday, June 1. The Sheriff, District Attorney, Coroner, and Justice Center will remain open.
Farmers in Historic Splendid Valley move forward with the 2020 growing season despite challenges and uncertainties

In the midst of these unprecedented times, some things are still happening as they always do. This is true for Historic Splendid Valley farmers who are moving ahead to grow produce and flowers, and raise goats, chickens, and much more. Right now, these farmers are tending seedlings in greenhouses, planting cool season crops, pruning lavender, protecting young plants from the elements, tending to winter wheat, and caring for goat kids and chicks. Despite everything happening in the world, farmers are still growing our food and other agricultural products that we depend on.
Adams County Introduces AdCo To Go Campaign

As part of its COVID-19 emergency response and recovery strategy, Adams County has launched a new web resource for Adams County restaurants open for delivery and takeout: AdCo To Go.
Colorado Master Gardeners

The Colorado Master Gardeners are still working and are happy to answer your questions while you’re home and looking at your yards and gardens even more than usual! Contact them via email. Virtual spring gardening classes are also available. Seating will be limited to 300 people.