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Adams County Seeks Public Input on Voter Service and Polling Center and 24-Hour Drop Box Locations for 2022 General Election

The Adams County Clerk & Recorder’s Office is seeking public input on Voter Service and Polling Center (VSPC) and 24-Hour Ballot Drop Box locations for the General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

“Allowing time for public comment on our voting centers is a key part of our process,” says Adams County Clerk & Recorder Josh Zygielbaum. “We want to ensure all registered voters in the county have access to a variety of locations to cast their ballots.”

Ameer Faquir Named Director of Facilities & Fleet Management

Ameer Faquir has been named Director of Facilities & Fleet Management. Faquir will begin Feb. 16.  

“Ameer brings a wealth of knowledge on both the facilities side as well as the fleet management side,” said Alisha Reis, Interim County Manager. “His experience will help ensure we maintain safe, secure, and sustainable buildings for both our employees and our residents as the county continues to grow and more facilities and services come online.” 

Lynn Baca Elected Chair of Board of Commissioners for 2022

Tuesday, Jan. 11, the Adams County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Lynn Baca as board chair for 2022. Baca was elected to the board in 2020 and is serving her first term representing District 5.

Jeff Kloska Named Director of Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP)

Jeff Kloska has been named Director of Colorado Air and Space Port. Kloska will begin Monday, Jan. 10.

“Jeff has an extensive background in aviation and business management, which makes him an excellent choice for this position,” said Alisha Reis, Interim County Manager. “There’s so much potential at Colorado Air and Space Port and we’re excited to have someone with Jeff’s experience help shape its future.”

Adams County Commissioners Award More Than $10.5 Million in Open Space Grants

On Tuesday, Dec. 7, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) awarded more than $10.5 million in open space grants for 20 projects thanks to the voter-approved Open Space Sales Tax. Funding for the fall 2021 grant cycle came from revenues from the first half of the 2021 Adams County Open Space Sales Tax, which was passed by Adams County voters in 1999, and in perpetuity in 2020.