Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered for Arvada Firefighter
Posted on: September 13, 2017
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags lowered to half-staff on Thursday, Sept. 14, on all public buildings statewide in memory of Arvada Firefighter Lieutenant Jim Schaefer. Flags should be lowered from sunrise to sunset.
Schaefer, 58, died on Sept. 10 after a courageous battle with cancer. He served as a member of Arvada Fire for more than 20 years, most recently as Lieutenant at Station 3. Schaefer loved serving the people of Arvada. He is survived by his wife, three adult children, his mother, sisters and numerous nephews and nieces. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m. at Faith Bible Chapel, 63rd Ave. and Ward Rd. in Arvada.
Posted on: May 1, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 30, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 29, 2020
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].
Posted on: April 27, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 27, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 27, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 23, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 17, 2020
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.
Posted on: April 16, 2020
Adams County and Maiker Housing Partners Announce COVID-19 Rental and Mortgage Assistance Fund Available to Adams County Residents
WESTMINSTER, COLO. (April 16, 2020) – As part of the COVID-19 emergency response and recovery strategy, Adams County, in partnership with Maiker Housing Partners, has created the Adams County COVID-19 Short-Term Rental and Mortgage Assistance Relief Fund.
Posted on: April 9, 2020
Commissioners Approve $350,000 to Pursue Securing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
At public hearing Tuesday, April 7, the Adams County Board of Commissioners approved $350K for County Manager Raymond Gonzales to pursue securing PPE for employees, short- and long-term care senior facilities, and potentially to assist frontline healthcare workers.
