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Adams County Celebrates Affordable Housing Complex Grand Opening

Adams County’s Community and Economic Development Department, along with site developer Delwest, celebrated the grand opening of the Baker School Apartments affordable housing complex with a reception on Thursday, Jan 24. Adams County Commissioners Steve O’Dorisio and Eva J. Henry spoke at the opening along with Delwest’s Joe DelZotto.

Upcoming CSU Extension Events

Colorado Beekeeper Associate Trainee Program

The CSU Extension Office in Adams County is offering a Colorado Beekeeper Associate Trainee Program that will get you up to speed with the art and science of beekeeping in Colorado. Program cost is $200 and the deadline to apply is Thursday, Jan. 31. All training dates, time, and location are listed below - must complete all to be certified. Sign up today or call 303.637.8100 for more information.

    Candlelight Vigil for Adams County Deputy Heath Gumm

    The Adams County Sheriff’s Office invites you to remember Deputy Heath Gumm at a candlelight vigil. This event is open to the public and will take place on Thursday, Jan. 24, 6 p.m., near the main entrance of the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Substation, 4201 E. 72nd Ave., Commerce City. If you are unable to attend, FOX 31 will stream the event live on their Facebook page.

    February SNAP Benefits will be Early for Most Recipients

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    DENVER (Jan. 16, 2019) – Due to the continuing partial federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the State of Colorado have released February SNAP benefits early to most recipients.
     
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    Citizens Invited to Help Select Adams County's Employee of the Year

    Adams County government is preparing to select its Employee of the Year (also known as "Employee of All Seasons"), and the entire Adams County community is invited to help choose the winner. Now through Jan. 21, county residents can access an online ballot that includes a brief bio for each of the finalists.

    Board of County Commissioners Elects Steve O’Dorisio as Chair

    The Adams County Board of Commissioners today elected Steve O’Dorisio as board chair for 2019. This is Commissioner O’Dorisio’s second term in the role after previously serving as chair in 2016. He was first elected to represent District 4 as commissioner in 2014 and won re-election in 2018.

    Shutdown Affects Food Benefits for 220,000 Colorado Fmilies

    DENVER (Jan. 11, 2019 ) – In response to the partial federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has asked states to issue February’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits early -- by Jan. 20 -- which has the potential to affect 220,000 Colorado families.

    Some December Renewal Fees Miscalculated by the Department of Revenue

    Adams County recently learned that the Colorado Department of Revenue made an error in calculating renewal fees for drivers whose license plates were due to be renewed in December 2018 and whose vehicles are a model year of 2010, 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018. 

    Our partners at the state level are working on a solution to this issue, and we will continue to release that information once it’s available.

    At this time, drivers affected do not need to take any action; they will be contacted once the solution is in place.

    2019 Inauguration - Emma Pinter

    Elected Officials and Judges Sworn in at Inauguration

    Adams County marked the commencement of new terms for seven elected officials and 10 judges in an Inauguration Ceremony on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Riverdale Regional Park. Residents, employees, and family and friends filled the Waymire Dome to watch the proceedings.

    “We’re excited to work with these newly elected officials on the innovative solutions they’ll bring to their respective offices,” said Adams County Manager Raymond H. Gonzales. “Their creative ideas, high standards, and collaboration are what our residents expect and what the challenges we face demand.”

    Suncor to Conduct Fire Extinguisher Training

    NOTICE: Suncor will conduct Fire Extinguisher Training on Friday, Jan. 11, at the Suncor Fire Training Center from 1 - 3 p.m. The training will be performed at the Plant 1 Fire Training Grounds. During the training sessions there will likely be flames and smoke produced.  In the event of an actual emergency, all training will cease and proper alarms will be sounded. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jeffrey Osetek, Suncor Security and Emergency Response Coordinator, at [email protected].