Protect Your Family from Rabies
Posted on: May 11, 2018
It’s spring and that means wildlife will be coming out of hibernation. Rabies reservoir species in Colorado include bats, skunks, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes. In 2018 and as of May 8, 2018, there have been 152 animals that tested positive for rabies. This number is higher than what has ever been reported at this time of the year in Colorado. Tri-County Health Department (TCHD) has had only two of these rabid animals, one skunk in Arapahoe County and one alpaca in Douglas County. This is the first known rabid alpaca in Colorado. Please report any pet or human exposure to wildlife immediately to TCHD. TCHD investigates high-risk exposures to wildlife and highly suspect domestic animals. Domestic pets (dogs and cats, etc.) that bite or scratch people are referred to animal control for assessment and 10-day quarantine of the pet. Remember to stay away from wild animals, do not leave pet food outside and keep control of your pets outdoors. Vaccinating pets and livestock is the best protection from rabies exposures.
Posted on: February 15, 2018
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Victims of the Florida High School Attack
Thursday, Feb. 15 - Gov. John Hickenlooper today ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings until sunset Feb. 19 to honor the victims of the attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., and as proclaimed by President Donald Trump.
Posted on: February 6, 2018
[updated] Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of El Paso County Deputy Micah Flick
Monday, Feb. 5, 2018 —
Gov. John Hickenlooper tonight ordered flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings to honor El Paso County Sheriff’s Deputy Micah Flick starting tomorrow at sunrise until sunset on Saturday, February 10th, which is day of the funeral services.
Flick, 34, was killed while responding to a motor vehicle theft. Two other deputies, a Colorado Springs police officer and a civilian were injured in the shooting. Flick served the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office for 11 years.
He is survived by his wife and 7-year-old twins.
Posted on: February 1, 2018
Twin Lakes Park Closure
Twin Lakes Park will close on Monday, Feb. 5, to undergo renovations. The renovations will last until August when the park will reopen. The Clear Creek Trail, which runs south of Twin Lakes Park, will remain open, however the entire Twin Lakes Park area will be closed. There will be no access to trails, facilities, or the parking lot during this time. Detour signs are in place to direct residents.
Posted on: January 29, 2018
Funeral for Fallen Deputy Heath Gumm
The funeral service for Adams County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Heath Gumm has been scheduled for 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, at Flatirons Community Church, 355 W. South Boulder Road, in Lafayette.
Posted on: January 29, 2018
County to Participate in National Point in Time Count to Assist Those Experiencing Homelessness
From sundown on Monday, Jan. 29, through sundown on Tuesday, Jan. 30, Adams County will conduct the Point in Time (PIT) count, the annual count of persons experiencing homelessness.
Posted on: January 25, 2018
Message from the Adams County Board of Commissioners
Like so many of our residents, we watched and prayed for a different outcome as our courageous Adams County Deputies responded to an assault call on Wednesday evening. We are devastated by the loss of Deputy Heath Gumm who was killed while protecting our Adams County community. Deputy Gumm, 31, served honorably with the Sheriff’s Office since 2012.
Posted on: January 25, 2018
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Adams County Deputy Heath Gumm
Updated — Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings immediately until sunset on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, which is the day of the funeral to honor Adams County Sheriff’s Deputy Heath Gumm.
Gumm, 31, was shot in the line of duty yesterday. He died from injuries sustained while responding to a disturbance call in Adams County. Gumm has been with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office since 2012.
He is survived by his wife and family.
Posted on: January 18, 2018
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Sergeant First Class Mihail Golin
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, in honor of Sergeant First Class Mihail Golin.
Golin, 34, died in the line of duty on Jan. 1, 2018, of injuries sustained from small arms fire while on dismounted patrol in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan. Golin was assigned to B Company, 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs.
He is survived by his parents and daughter.
Posted on: January 16, 2018
Be a Part of Your County Government
Calling all Adams County residents. Make a difference by joining a board or commission. We have immediate vacancies for the following boards:
Posted on: January 11, 2018
Residents Invited to Help Select Adams County's Employee of the Year
Adams County is preparing to select its Employee of the Year (also known as the "Employee of All Seasons"), and the entire Adams County community is invited to help choose the winner. Through Thursday, Jan. 25, county residents can access an online ballot that includes a brief bio for each of the finalists.
