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Phone Scam Attempted on United Power Members

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Posted on: December 29, 2016

Be Aware and Be Sure You’re Doing Business with United Power

United Power is warning members to be aware of a common phone scam that has been recently attempted on United Power members. Callers pretending to be from United Power have contacted United Power members claiming to be from the utility. They claim that payment is past-due and threaten to disconnect electric service if the member doesn't pay immediately. In many cases, the members are told to pay with a prepaid debit card and are instructed to call a phone number where they are prompted to enter the account information.

“Often these scammers target small businesses and seniors, or members who may not speak English as their primary language,” said Antelia Ball, Manager of Member Services. “We want to reach as many of our members as possible with this important message so none of our members become a victim to this scam. Knowing how United Power does business is their best defense against this crime.”

United Power offers several ways for members to connect with their cooperative, and offers these tips to help members know when they are doing business with United Power:

  • United Power will never call a member or visit a member in person to demand immediate payment. United Power members behind on their electric bills are sent a notice in the mail and the cooperative follows-up with a recorded phone message. In all instances, the member is instructed to call the cooperative to initiate a payment.
  • United Power will never demand that members pay with a prepaid debit card. United Power offers several payment options, and the member is always free to choose the payment method they prefer.
  • Your best defense is staying informed of your account status. Members can get updates on their account status, current due and billing due date at any time by calling United Power at 303-637-1300 or by logging in to their account via SmartHub. 

United Power asks members to be extra vigilant whenever they are paying money to a service provider. Never give personal information over the phone if you are not sure who is on the other end of the line. Hang up the phone and dial the number on your utility bill. If you are approached at home for payment of your electric bill, do not give them any money. Get a detailed description of the person and call the local police.

United Power, Your Touchstone Energy® Partner, is a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative delivering electricity to more than 79,000 members at homes, business, and farms in Colorado's north central front range.More information about the organization and energy saving tips can be found at www.unitedpower.com. Follow the cooperative on social media on Facebook.com/UnitedPower or Twitter.com/UnitedPowerCoop.

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Posted on: March 7, 2024

Governor Polis Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Eagle County Paramedic Steve Zuckerman

COLORADO - Governor Polis ordered flags to half-staff on Sunday, March 10, 2024, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Steve Zuckerman, an Eagle County paramedic who passed away responding to a backcountry rescue call in Vail on Friday, February 23, 2024. Flags are being lowered in Zuckerman’s honor on the day of his memorial service.

Steve Zuckerman worked as ski patrol for Beaver Creek for over 25 years. He became a part-time paramedic in 2008, before becoming full-time in 2013. 

Posted on: February 6, 2024

Adams County Health Department (ACHD) Supports Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s Recent Action to Protect Clean Air for All

Today, the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) announced the largest state enforcement package against a single facility for air pollution violations to Suncor refinery in Commerce City. Suncor must pay at least $10.5 million toward penalties and projects due to air pollution violations from July 2019 through June 2021. This action is a step toward holding Suncor more accountable for past violations and requires the refinery to take steps to prevent future violations. 

2024 Chair and Vice Chair
Posted on: January 9, 2024

Commissioner Emma Pinter Elected Board Chair for 2024

Commissioner Eva Henry Selected as Vice-Chair

On Tuesday, Jan. 9, the Adams County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Emma Pinter as board chair for 2024. Pinter first took office to represent District 4 as commissioner in 2019 and won re-election in 2022.

Posted on: December 28, 2023

Adams County, VOA Colorado, DRCOG, and Senior Hub Seek Volunteers to Deliver Meals to Older Adults

The nonprofit Senior Hub recently reported it was running out of funds to continue supporting its Meals on Wheels program in Adams County. To ensure Senior Hub’s existing clients continue to receive meal delivery services, Adams County has partnered with Senior Hub, Volunteers of America Colorado (VOA Colorado), and Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) to fund emergency meals while a long-term strategy is developed to continue these services for older adults into the new year.  

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Posted on: December 19, 2023

Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly Half Staff to Honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

DENVER - Governor Polis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on all public buildings to honor Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Nation’s highest court as directed by President Biden. Flags should be at half-staff from midnight Monday, Dec. 18, to sunset Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Governor Polis previously released a statement on the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.  

The text of President Biden’s proclamations reads:

OSST Recipients
Posted on: December 12, 2023

Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $8 Million in Open Space Grants

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded more than $8 million in open space grants for 16 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the fall 2023 grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2023 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.