County Road 49 to be Designated as Hazmat Route Published on December 30, 2020 Following a rulemaking hearing in January, the new route designation will become effective April 1, 2021. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Improvement Works
Agreement with the Town of Eaton to Enhance Safety Published on December 28, 2020 Safety improvements are coming to the intersection of county road 74 and 35. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Kirkmeyer Era Comes to a Close Published on December 23, 2020 After 20 years of faithful service to Weld County, Barbara Kirkmeyer will complete her fifth term as county commissioner next week. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Service Industry Relief Fund Update Published on December 23, 2020 Checks are starting to be delivered this week; applications accepted through January. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Board Continues Allowing Extended RV Use Published on December 22, 2020 The action taken allows those in unincorporated Weld County to continue using an RV during the pandemic. Tagged as: , Announcements
CARES Act Funds go to Boys & Girls Clubs Published on December 18, 2020 Funding will be used to establish Remote Learning Centers for youth affected by school district shutdowns. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture
COVID-19 Testing Published on December 18, 2020 Two COVID-19 testing sites are up and running in Weld County; both are free and test results available in four days. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Boards and Commissions Gain Several Volunteers Published on December 17, 2020 This week, the commissioners appointed and reappointed 27 individuals to nine boards and commissions. Tagged as: , Volunteers
Longtime Employees Commended at Pinning Ceremony Published on December 17, 2020 Two employees were recognized on Monday for 40 years of service to Weld County. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Board Approves 2021 Budget Published on December 15, 2020 Heading into next year, Weld County is in excellent financial condition. Tagged as: , BOCC, Business & Economy
Weld County Extension Director Keith Maxey Retires Published on December 15, 2020 After 25 years with the Weld County Extension Office, Keith Maxey will retire on December 31, 2020. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
James the New Chair of Upper Front Range TPR Published on December 09, 2020 Commissioner James will help implement a regional transportation plan to strengthen major roadways. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
County Farm Named as Agricultural Heritage Site Published on December 08, 2020 This designation helps preserve the Von Trotha-Firestien Farm's agricultural value to Weld County. Tagged as: , Environment, Honours & Celebration
Service Industry Relief Fund Announced Published on December 08, 2020 Commissioners have dedicated $2 million to assist Weld County businesses that have had to close or significantly reduce their services since Nov. 1, 2020. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Leaders of Weld County's Workforce Earn Honors Published on December 04, 2020 Efforts to strengthen Weld County's employment landscape have been recognized statewide and nationally. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Future Training Center Named After Fallen Deputy Published on November 23, 2020 The new law enforcement training center is being named after fallen Weld County Sheriff's Deputy Sam Brownlee. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Final Telephone Town Hall in 2020 on 11/16 Published on November 13, 2020 The final telephone town hall event in 2020 will be on Monday, November 16, at 5:00 p.m.; listen to COVID updates and ask questions of the board. Tagged as: , Meetings & Hearings
Making a Positive Impact on Weld County Veterans Published on November 12, 2020 Through a pandemic, Weld County Veterans Services continues to serve. Tagged as: , Announcements
Board Proclaims Apprenticeship Week in Weld County Published on November 10, 2020 The week stresses the importance of apprenticeships in building a strong workforce in Weld County. Tagged as: , Announcements
State and County Discuss COVID Published on November 10, 2020 State supports county's stance on individual responsibility with regard to COVID-19 response. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County Celebrates Adoptive Families in November Published on November 05, 2020 November has been proclaimed Weld County Adoption Month by the Weld County Board of Commissioners. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Six Boards and Commissions Seek Volunteers Published on October 30, 2020 Volunteer positions give residents an opportunity to be involved in county government. Tagged as: , Announcements
Board Makes Appointments to Advisory Committee Published on October 22, 2020 Seven residents were appointed to the newly formed CDBG Advisory Committee on Wednesday. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works
Town and County Meeting October 29 Published on October 22, 2020 County commissioners and town representatives from Weld County's municipalities will meet for the annual Town and County meeting Thursday. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
DMNS to Study Weld County's Official Fossil Published on October 21, 2020 Pops the Triceratops to be studied, cleaned and restored before returning to Weld County next year. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Public Input Needed on Improvement Projects Published on October 15, 2020 The Citizen Needs Survey asks residents to identify needs they see in their community related to housing and public services. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Fourth Weld County Telephone Town Hall Monday Published on October 15, 2020 Join the commissioners for an update on the county's response to COVID-19 on Monday, October 19, at 5:00 p.m. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Public Work Sessions for 2021 Budget Published on October 13, 2020 The Board of Weld County Commissioners will hold public work sessions regarding the 2021 Budget on 10/20 and 10/22. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy
Connection Matters With Long-Term Care Residents Published on October 07, 2020 Residents' rights are the focus this month for hundreds of long-term care residents in Weld County. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Regional Communications Center Earns Top Honor Published on September 29, 2020 The Weld County Regional Communications Center earned its second national recognition in as many years. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Citizen Input Wanted on Growth and Transportation Published on September 23, 2020 Feedback on the comprehensive and transportation plans can be given via email or in person at upcoming public hearings. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Accepting Applications for New Advisory Committee Published on September 16, 2020 Applications are now being accepted for the brand-new CDBG Advisory Committee. Tagged as: , Announcements
9/21 Telephone Town Hall COVID Update Published on September 16, 2020 Join the commissioners for an update on the county's response to COVID-19 on Monday, September 21, at 5:00 p.m. Tagged as: , Community Safety
September Proclaimed National Preparedness Month Published on September 09, 2020 Residents are encouraged to make an emergency preparedness plan with family members. Tagged as: , Community Safety
September Proclaimed Workforce Development Month Published on September 03, 2020 During this month, many events will be held including a virtual job fair, webinars and a fall fest. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Commissioner Livestream Returns Sept. 14 Published on September 02, 2020 Beginning at 9:30 a.m. Monday, September 14, commissioners will resume their weekly livestream update of county projects and information. Tagged as: , Announcements, BOCC
Enhanced COVID-19 Data Dashboard Update Published on September 01, 2020 Enhanced data dashboard surpasses 12,000 page views in two weeks and reaches 149,000 total views since April Tagged as: , Community Safety
Weld County, Upstate Launch Recovery Program Published on August 28, 2020 Weld County & participating communities have directed a portion of their CARES dollars to a business recovery program managed by Upstate Colorado. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Rebuttal Statement on Proposed AQCC Revisions Published on August 26, 2020 County concerns on AQCC proposed revisions to Regulation 7 formalized in rebuttal statement last night. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Public Input Needed on Hazard Mitigation Plan Published on August 19, 2020 Residents are encouraged to fill out the short survey to see what types of hazards Weld County should focus on in the plan. Tagged as: , Announcements
Weld County Junior Livestock Sale Tops $1 Million Published on August 14, 2020 This year’s sale was on August 3, 2020, and is now the third top grossing sale in Colorado. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Public Input Sought for County CDBG Program Published on August 14, 2020 The Citizen Needs Survey asks residents to identify any needs they see in the community related to housing, public improvements and public services. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
New COVID-19 Data Dashboard Published on August 13, 2020 A new data dashboard has been created to provide residents with more information about COVID-19 in Weld County. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Changes Coming to Intersection of WCR 29 and 90 Published on August 13, 2020 Drivers are encouraged to be aware of safety enhancements coming to the intersection. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Improvement Works
Board Reaffirms Support for Water-Supply Project Published on August 11, 2020 The Northern Integrated Supply Project aims to enhance Northern Colorado's water supply. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Child Support Awareness Month Recognized in August Published on August 07, 2020 The Child Support Services (CSS) division of the Weld County DHS provides help to parents and anyone caring for a child. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
1041 WOGLA County Code Changes Approved Published on August 07, 2020 Over the course of three months, 1041 WOGLA County Code changes were brought before the board during a three-reading process. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County's First Roundabout Close to Completion Published on August 06, 2020 After eight months of construction, the first roundabout on a county road is close to completion at WCRs 54 and 17. Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works
Public Input for Comprehensive Plan Goes Virtual Published on August 05, 2020 Take our survey and let us know how you feel about growth in Weld County as we work on updated the comprehensive plan! Tagged as: , Improvement Works
High Plains Blvd. Study and Update Published on August 05, 2020 Next step in finalizing the High Plains Blvd. transportation study is to review the access control plan and receive public comment. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Are You Signed Up for Emergency Alerts? Published on July 30, 2020 Register for CodeRED to receive alerts about emergency events happening in your area. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County Fair Junior Livestock Sale Benefits Youth Published on July 29, 2020 The Weld County Fair Junior Livestock Sale will be held Monday, August 3, with a new virtual component for public participation. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Board Appoints New County Coroner Published on July 28, 2020 Dr. Michael Burson replaces Carl Blesch who served as the coroner since 2017. Tagged as: , Announcements
BOCC Response to Gov. Polis' Executive Order Published on July 17, 2020 The board backs personal responsibility in response to executive order requiring masks. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Fair Royalty Presents Fair Book to Commissioners Published on July 16, 2020 The 102nd Weld County Fair will be held July 24 through August 3 with a few changes due to COVID-19. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Weld County Reaches COVID-19 Testing Goal Published on July 08, 2020 The county tested 10 percent of its population for COVID-19. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County CDBG Program to Help Communities Thrive Published on July 07, 2020 Program will implement improvement projects within several municipalities. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Improvement Works
Ag Remains Focus of 102nd Weld County Fair Published on July 07, 2020 The fair will be held July 24 through August 3 and will look different this year due to COVID-19. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Seven Boards and Commissions Have Openings Published on July 06, 2020 Get involved in a board and commission and positively impact county government. Tagged as: , Announcements
Board of Equalization Now Accepting Appeals Published on July 06, 2020 Appeals are now being accepted by the County Board of Equalization. Tagged as: , Announcements
Weld County to Partner with Evans on Road Project Published on July 02, 2020 The county approved an IGA for roadway improvements for 23rd Ave. between 37th St. and 42nd St. Evans will vote on the IGA July 7. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Five Key Things to Remember About COVID-19 Published on July 01, 2020 The public should stay informed and act based on common sense and wise judgment to protect health and support economic revitalization. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Weld Governments Unite for Residents & Businesses Published on June 24, 2020 All 33 Weld governmental entities unanimously agreed on how CARES Act funds will be utilized to make entities whole after COVID-19 expenses. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Lawley Appointed Deputy Director Published on June 23, 2020 Weld County Commissioners announce Mark Lawley as the newly appointed Deputy Director of WCDPHE. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Weld County Takes a Stand Against Elder Abuse Published on June 16, 2020 County brings awareness to elder abuse through proclamation at Monday's hearing. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Financial Relief on the Way to Weld Businesses Published on June 15, 2020 Commissioner driven HB20-1421 allows suspension of delinquent interest payments for property tax payments, provides business relief. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Communications Team Wins Award for Newsletter Published on June 10, 2020 The county communications team received the "Tech Trailblazer" award for increasing civic engagement through an email newsletter. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
June 8 Commissioner Telephone Town Hall Published on June 02, 2020 Residents are invited to listen to COVID-19 updates specific to Weld County on a June 8 telephone town hall. Tagged as: , Announcements
Following Reporting Changes, COVID-19 Deaths in Weld County Drop Published on May 22, 2020 A change in CDPHE's reporting practice reduces number of deaths from COVID-19 in Weld County almost 30% Tagged as: , Community Safety
Free COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Next Week Published on May 22, 2020 COVID-19 testing in Weld County is increasing as Weld County Government will host free community drive-thru testing events in early June. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County's PPE Collection Effort Continues Published on May 21, 2020 There are many items the public and health care providers can donate to make most of resources. Tagged as: , Community Safety
May is Foster Care Month! Published on May 14, 2020 The month recognizes the efforts of foster and kinship caregivers, community organizations and child welfare professionals. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Repair on County Road 49 to Begin this Week Published on May 13, 2020 The project will focus on repairing the surface between the rails of the railroad crossing north of county road 54. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Several Boards and Commissions Seek to Fill Openings Published on May 12, 2020 Volunteering allows residents an opportunity to learn about and get involved in county government. Tagged as: , Announcements, Volunteers
After 25 years, Dr. Mark Wallace to Retire Published on May 08, 2020 After 25 years of dedication to Weld County, Dr. Mark Wallace informed the Board of his plans to retire. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Board Honors Nurses on National Nurses Day Published on May 06, 2020 Today, the Board proudly honored all nurses and gave special recognition to the 18 nurses employed by Weld County! Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Safety a Priority as County Offices Set to Reopen Published on May 01, 2020 On Monday, May 4, the public can expect changes implemented to protect themselves and employees. Tagged as: , Community Safety
County Gives PPE to Front-Line Workers Published on April 30, 2020 PPE donations went to first responders and medical staff to protect themselves against COVID-19. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Telephone Town Hall 5/4 Published on April 30, 2020 The Weld County Board of Commissioners will be holding a telephone town hall on Monday, May 4, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Best Practices Guidelines for Reopening Published on April 23, 2020 In preparation for the gradual reopening of businesses across the state, Weld County publishes guidelines. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Board Suspends RV Restrictions Published on April 20, 2020 Commissioners suspend a section of county code which limits the amount of time an individual can stay in an RV. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Public Notices
Live Stream Addition to Wednesday BOCC Schedule Published on April 06, 2020 Commissioners will live stream updates on the work county government is doing through the pandemic. These updates will continue through April 29. Tagged as: , Announcements
Health, First Responders Tested in NoCo Published on April 04, 2020 Weld, Larimer Counties partner to test health care workers, first responders fo COVID-19 Tagged as: , Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Weld County Recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month Published on April 01, 2020 We are once again recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month, but this year it will be through a new and exciting digital exhibit. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Board Approves Financial Relief to Businesses Published on March 25, 2020 Through an interest reduction on delinquent property taxes, businesses and individuals given financial relief in face of COVID-19. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
County Declares Disaster Emergency Published on March 18, 2020 A declaration of disaster emergency was signed by the board so Federal assistance can be accessible to businesses and residents. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy, Community Safety
An Update on Many Clerk and Recorder Services Published on March 17, 2020 Despite office closure, many services can be completed online, over the phone or via email. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Pandemic Emergency Not Same as Disaster Emergency Published on March 16, 2020 Commissioners explain difference between a Pandemic Health Emergency and a Declaration of Disaster Emergency as it relates to Weld County. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Commissioner James Recommended to Board Published on March 12, 2020 Commissioners recommended Commissioner Scott James be the newest member of the Firestone Urban Renewal Authority (FURA) Board. Tagged as: , Announcements
Preparation Continues Regarding COVID-19 Published on March 12, 2020 This week our news is dominated by constant COVID-19 updates. It can be scary, but it doesn’t need to be. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Open House 3/19 for I-25 Parallel Road Project Published on March 11, 2020 Weld, Larimer, Mead, Berthoud, Johnstown and CDOT are collectively facilitating the final open house meeting to discuss a new arterial roadway. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Context on Benzene Reading at Bella Romero Published on March 10, 2020 Independent experts find benzene concentrations are not cause for concern at Bella Romero. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Accounting Department Receives 38th GFOA Award Published on March 04, 2020 This achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and reporting. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Freeman to Serve on Two CTSI Boards Published on March 03, 2020 Freeman will serve on CTSI's Board of Directors and the Board of Directors for the Colorado Counties Casualty and Property Insurance Pool. Tagged as: , Announcements
Weld OEM Offers Free Weather Spotter Class Published on March 02, 2020 The class will be held on Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Collaboration Brings Relief to LaSalle Commuters Published on February 28, 2020 Residents in LaSalle can celebrate a shorter, safer commute through town thanks to the completion of a project that brought three different entities together. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Weld County Finalizes Emergency Operations Plan Published on February 21, 2020 The EOP guides how the county will respond in emergencies and disasters. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Weld, Larimer Collaborate on Workforce Development Published on February 20, 2020 The second annual joint Weld and Larimer County Workforce Development Board meeting was held last week in Loveland. Over 40 members from both boards joined together to review current local projects, identify regional workforce priorities and plan potential future areas of collaboration. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
Ross Sworn in as Commissioner Published on February 19, 2020 Following appointment by the Weld County Council on February 17, Kevin Ross was officially sworn in this morning as Weld County’s newest commissioner. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Eight Boards and Commissions Have Openings Published on February 07, 2020 There are openings on the Building Trades Advisory Committee, Juvenile Community Review Board, Planning Commission, Weld County Building Code Board of Appeals, Weld Faith Partnership Council, Workforce Development Board, Island Grove Park Advisory Board and Child Protection Citizen Review Panel. Tagged as: , Announcements
Everett Hogelin Memorial Award to Kirkmeyer Published on February 04, 2020 During the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District annual awards banquet last Saturday, Weld County Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer was presented with the organization’s prestigious Everett Hogelin Memorial Award. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
Workforce Development Board Receives Designation Published on January 29, 2020 Employment Services of Weld County’s Workforce Development Board has been designated as a High Performing Board for the second year in a row. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
New Public Safety Radio Tower Built in Grover Published on January 27, 2020 Law enforcement and emergency responders now have improved radio signals thanks to a new communications tower in Grover. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
County Updates Comprehensive Plan Published on January 24, 2020 Growth - the media writes about it, the state demographer predicts it, and we all feel it. So, the time is right to take a look at the Weld County Comprehensive Plan. Tagged as: , Improvement Works
DHS Director Retires After More Than Forty Years Published on January 16, 2020 Judy Griego, Weld County Department of Human Services (DHS) Director, officially retired after 44 years of employment with the county and 28 years of serving as the department director. Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration
2020 Chair, Pro-Tem and Coordinators Published on January 06, 2020 Today, the board elected Mike Freeman to serve as the Chairman for 2020 and Steve Moreno to serve as the Chairman Pro-Tem. Tagged as: , Announcements