Raymond Gonzales Resigns as Adams County Manager
Posted on: October 27, 2021
Raymond Gonzales has resigned his position as Adams County Manager, effective Nov. 30, 2021. Gonzales has taken a position as President of Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation (MDEDC) and Executive Vice President of Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. He will remain with Adams County through November 2021 and will start his position with MDEDC Dec. 1, 2021.
Gonzales has been with Adams County for nearly nine years, including as County Manager since April 2017.
The County Manager role includes implementing the policies and priorities of the Board of County Commissioners and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the county. While serving as County Manager, Gonzales oversaw many major initiatives including gaining a Federal Aviation Administration license for the creation of Colorado Air and Space Port; partnering with local agencies to improve services to residents; enhancing our parks, open space, and trails system; building a new state-of-the-art Riverdale Animal Shelter; creating and enhancing multiple employee programs; and overseeing a budget of approximately $600 million.
“It has been an honor to serve the residents of Adams County over the last nine years,” said Gonzales. “I’m an Adams County native, and my heart will always remain with Adams County, but it is time for me to move on and expand my horizons. I’m looking forward to returning to the economic development sector and being a part of shaping the continued growth in the Denver metro area.”
“While we are sad to see Ray leave Adams County, we certainly understand why Metro Denver EDC would be interested in having him lead their organization,” said Board Chair Eva Henry. “Ray is a dynamic leader who has accelerated the level of professionalism in every department of the county. We wish him continued success on his professional journey.”
Adams County will conduct a formal search for the next County Manager. During this search, Alisha Reis will serve as Interim County Manager, effective Dec. 1, 2021.
Posted on: December 6, 2016
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered
Gov. John Hickenlooper today ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2016, and as proclaimed by President Barack Obama.
Posted on: December 5, 2016
Adams County Hires David Ball as Facilities Management Director
Adams County has selected David Ball as the new Facilities Management Director. Ball will oversee the department responsible for new construction and renovation, building repair and maintenance, environmental services, landscaping, equipment repair, preventative maintenance, solid waste pick up, and recycling.
“We’re excited to get someone with David’s talents and experience to lead our Facilities Management team,” said County Manager Todd Leopold. “David is the best candidate to handle the responsibilities of our current facilities, as well as those under construction.”
Posted on: December 2, 2016
CDOT Announces Delays and Ramp Closures on Westbound I-76
On Sunday, Dec. 4 starting at 8 p.m., motorists should expect delays overnight on westbound Interstate 76 while crews shift travel lanes onto new detour pavement. Westbound I-76 will be reduced to a single lane from 8 p.m. on Sunday until 5:00 a.m. on Monday morning.
Posted on: November 30, 2016
Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags be lowered to half-staff on Friday, Dec. 2, on all public buildings statewide in memory of Colorado State Patrol Trooper Cody Donahue. Flags should be lowered from sunrise to sunset.
Trooper Donahue, 34, was struck and killed while investigating a crash on I-25 south of Castle Rock on the afternoon of November 25, 2016. He had served as a Colorado State Trooper for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
Posted on: November 21, 2016
Adams County Finalizes 12 Adoptions on National Adoption Day
Just in time for the holidays, National Adoption Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, marked a new beginning for 12 children in Adams County. Chief Judge Patrick T. Murphy gathered the families for a carnival-themed celebration before they finalized their adoptions.
Posted on: November 21, 2016
Belated Black Friday Special at the Animal Shelter
Who says Black Friday deals have to end on Friday? As part of our the Animal Shelter’s “Belated Black Friday Special,” on Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., adoption fees for dogs will be marked down to $39.99 and $19.99 for cats—some exceptions may apply. Please visit the shelter or call 303.288.3294 for more information.
Posted on: November 18, 2016
Adams County Celebrates Re-Opening of Affordable Housing Complex
Representatives from the Adams County Community & Economic Development Department (CED) helped celebrate the grand re-opening of the Greenleaf Apartments complex on Beeler Street in an unincorporated area of the county near Aurora on Thursday, Nov. 17.
Posted on: November 15, 2016
Adams County Commissioners Award $5.8 Million in Open Space Grants
As a result of the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) awarded $5.8 million in open space grants for nine projects during today’s public hearing. Funding for this grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2016 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax.
The Open Space Advisory Board reviewed 14 grant applications for this grant cycle, recommending that the BOCC approve seven of the projects for full funding, and two projects for partial funding. Today, the BOCC awarded nine open space grants totaling $5,877,412.77.
Posted on: November 14, 2016
Adams County Celebrates National Adoption Day
Six adoptions to be finalized at special celebration
In celebration of National Adoption Day on Saturday, Nov. 19, the Adams County Board of Commissioners, Human Services Department, and the 17th Judicial District will host a special celebration at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, 9–11 a.m., to finalize six adoptions for Adams County children and their new families.
Posted on: November 8, 2016
Election Results From Adams County
The first round of unofficial election results will be posted between 7-7:30 p.m. on November 8, 2016. Further updates will be posted through the evening as counting continues.
Click here to view the most updated election results for Adams County.
