News
Mayte Olague Named Adams County Employee of All Seasons
The Adams County Board of Commissioners announced Mayte Olague as Adams County Employee of All Seasons at the We Are Adams Recognition Luncheon on Feb. 27, 2019.
Adams County Approves Preliminary Plan for Affordable Housing Development
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the rezoning, preliminary development plan, and preliminary plat for a 116-unit, multi-family housing development at 7401 Broadway in unincorporated Adams County at public hearing today.
Suncor to Conduct Fire Extinguisher Training
NOTICE: Suncor will conduct Fire Extinguisher Training on Thursday, Feb 14, 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, 303.286,5758.
Animal Shelter/Adoption Center Offerings
The Adams County Animal Shelter/Adoption Center is offering a Meet Your Match adoption special going on now through Saturday, Feb. 16 with 50 percent off adoption fees and 2-for-1 pricing on bonded pairs – some exclusions may apply. Visit their shelter at 10705 Fulton St., Brighton, or call 720.523.7387 for more information.
Gonzales Named City/County Manager of the Year
Adams County Manager Raymond Gonzales was named Colorado City/County Manager of the Year at the annual Colorado City and County Management Association (CCCMA) Annual Conference in Glenwood Springs. Gonzales is the first county manager to win the award.
Become a Certified Bicycle-friendly Driver or an Auto-Friendly Bicyclist
Safety is a shared responsibility. Become a certified bicycle-friendly driver by attending the class on Wednesday, March 6, 6 p.m., at Riverdale Regional Park, Waymire Dome, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton.
The GRANDcares Project
The Adams County CSU Extension Program is partnering with the National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Grandparents Raising Grandchild CSU Extension to offer The GRANDcares Project. This six-week class is designed to introduce powerful tools for caregivers and grandfamilies to help manage stress, set goals, and communicate effectively. Join them for the kick-off meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m.-noon, at Lutheran Center, 7375 Samuel Dr., Denver. Classes will be held in the same location at the same time every Wednesday from Feb.
Workforce & Business Center Opportunity Fair
The Adams County Workforce & Business Center is hosting its quarterly Opportunity Fair, a unique event combining jobs, resources, case support, and training, on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Human Services Center, 11860 Pecos St., Westminster. If you know a job seeker who may be interested, please help us spread the word. Contact Joel Parriott for more information.