Read the March 24 edition of The County Line

Feedback sought on new commissioner districts; Telephone Town Hall—affordable and attainable housing; Oil and gas application moratorium to go before County Board; And more!

Meet the beekeepers at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park and learn the basics of honeybees, beekeeping, and bee-friendly gardens. Featured activity: make your own beeswax candle!

Saturday, April 15, 20239 a.m.–12 p.m.17 Mile House Farm Park8181 S Parker Rd, Centennial, CO 80016

Eve...

Oil and gas application moratorium to go before County Board

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) on Tuesday, March 28 at 9:30 a.m. will hold a public hearing on whether to enact a moratorium of up to six months on accepting new oil and gas applications for unincorporated Arapahoe Cou...

Arapahoe County wants your feedback on new commissioner districts

Public hearings scheduled in April to present draft district maps

Since January, Arapahoe County has been creating new boundaries for its five commissioner districts. Now it wants to hear from you. 

The Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee, a ...

Yes, in my backyard!

Can building a small house for grandma in the backyard help with the housing crisis?

In many cases—yes, although admittedly at a slower pace. Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are smaller independent living units that include a kitchen, bathroo...

Yearlong Water Supply Study kicks off to help address growing needs

In February, Arapahoe County kicked off a yearlong Water Supply Study to help inform future land use decisions that balance limited water supplies against the growing needs of industry and residents. A project webpage highlights importan...

Read the March 17 edition of The County Line

Map-making tool amplifies public’s voice in redistricting process; Broadway Corridor study aims to bring 'quick win' improvements; Commissioner Summey: partnerships vital to stabilizing County funding; And more!

Volunteers needed to help with yard clean-up for seniors

Seeking volunteers in Aurora and eastern Arapahoe County to help seniors by weeding, trimming small trees or bushes, and doing general yard cleaning

Commissioner Summey: partnerships vital to stabilizing County funding

Last month we celebrated Black History Month and as the first African American commissioner in Arapahoe County, it is important to me to take stock of not only the achievements and progress we’ve made in becoming a more inclusive and diverse com...

Broadway Corridor study aims to bring 'quick win' improvements

Broadway is getting a starring role as 11 miles of the historic thoroughfare is being studied from I-25 to Highlands Ranch Parkway.

The City of Littleton is spearheading the Broadway Corridor Study with partners that include Arapahoe County, City and Count...

Map-making tool amplifies public’s voice in redistricting process

Arapahoe County recently unveiled a map-making tool that allows residents to take the redistricting process into their own hands.

The Redistricter program allows users to move precincts around the County’s five existing districts to create new, practical b...

Affordable housing is no game

Local leaders use strategy, tools to help make home ownership affordable

If you’ve ever played Monopoly or SimCity, then you’re familiar with what government folks call “land use.” Whether you’re building a...

Read the March 10 edition of The County Line

Local solutions best for solving the affordable housing crisis; New website simplifies searching for public records; Weigh in on proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit regulation revisions; And more!

Weigh in on proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit regulation revisions

Proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations for Arapahoe County have been revised to expand to more property owners, restrict short-term rentals, and clarify parking requirements.

The public can weigh in on the amended regulations throug...

New website simplifies searching for public records

Searching for public records in Arapahoe County is now as easy as googling your own name, thanks to a new website the Clerk and Recorder’s Office launched on March 2. 

Residents, real estate professionals, journalists a...

Telephone Town Hall: Affordable and Attainable Housing

Arapahoe County is leading a coordinated effort to ensure more affordable and attainable housing is available throughout all our communities. 

Join us for a Telephone Town Hall where you'll hear more on the housing crisis and how unified ...

Local solutions best for solving the affordable housing crisis

Grocery shopping and home buying share some unfortunate similarities these days. If you’re in the market for eggs, for example, you’ll pay 60 percent more for them than last year—and that’s only if you can find them...

Read the March 3 edition of The County Line

Changes coming to Medicaid/CHP+ eligibility; Dove Valley Regional Park gets a glow-up; Yearlong Water Supply Study kicks off to help address growth; Social work breaks barriers!; And more!

Helping small businesses thrive in the digital world

Free webinars help small and micro-businesses navigate new and existing technology challenges 

A free new online training program from the Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Workforce Center gives small and micro-business owners the knowledge and ex...

Keep an eye out for upcoming changes to Medicaid/CHP+ eligibility

If you became a member of Health First Colorado—Colorado’s Medicaid program or Child Health Plan?Plus?(CHP+) in 2020, you must take action in the coming months to keep your coverage. 

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in 20...

Dove Valley Regional Park gets a glow-up

A new dog park, picnic shelters and upgraded athletic fields on-tap for this 30-year-old regional park 

Dove Valley, Arapahoe County’s largest regional park, will double in size and get new amenities as part of a $18 million makeover tha...

Read the Feb. 24 edition of The County Line

Big challenges ahead for our growing county; Art competition needs students' skills;
Early bird gets the wine (and the discount); And more!

SUMMEY: Black History Month reminds us that Arapahoe County is making progress

Big challenges ahead for our growing county

On behalf of the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners, we would like to express our appreciation of how much there is to love about our county, and how important it is that we act now to maintain those things we love so that they can be enjoyed f...

Safety tips for when extreme cold weather hits

With another round of snow and cold weather, here are some safety tips for your home, pets and vehicles courtesy of Arapahoe County Public Works and Development. Check the forecast at www.weather.gov, or your favorite weather app or news station, to know ...

Read the Feb. 17 edition of The County Line

Youth Award nominations–deadline is March 3; Utility assistance for those struggling with higher energy bills; CCCA scholarship opportunity for high school seniors!; And more!

Art competition needs students' skills

For the second time, Arapahoe County holds a kids' contest designing voter stickers 

The Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s Office invites all students grades 1 through 12 to submit artwork for two new “I Voted&r...

Building closures for Presidents Day

In observance of Presidents Day, Arapahoe County facilities will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20.

Grant funds available to nonprofit agencies with food programs in Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County Human Services has a?great?opportunity for nonprofit agencies with food programs?to be?a potential partner?in our American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) COVID-19 Nonprofit Impact Assistance Grant program.???

Food banks and Meals on Wheels...

CCCA scholarship opportunity for high school seniors!

The Colorado County Clerks Association (CCCA) is accepting submissions for its 2023 scholarship program, established to aid outstanding high school seniors in furthering their education, particularly in the field of public service. Winning applicants will...

Utility assistance for those struggling with higher energy bills

Many utility customers have seen their monthly energy bills skyrocket this winter. The higher natural gas prices on top of rising food costs and an increase in everyday expenses are putting a financial strain on some customers. 

Resources are avai...

Read the Feb. 10 edition of The County Line

Visit Public Health for vital records, parent/child health, clinics; Resources and rules available for the testing of methamphetamines in large buildings; DRCOG seeking public comment on proposed transportation projects; And more!

DRCOG seeking public comment on proposed transportation projects

The Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) is seeking public comment on a variety of transportation projects up for potential funding, including two from Arapahoe County that would make vast improvements to the High Line Canal Trail. 

The ...

County addressing top resident concerns through effective management

Last month, thousands of Arapahoe County residents listened in to our first telephone town hall of 2023. Hosted by county elected officials, participants had the opportunity to learn more about their vision for the county, ask questions and share their op...

Methamphetamine testing in large public or commercial buildings

Arapahoe County Public Health highlights information and rules for the testing of methamphetamines in large buildings

After testing revealed methamphetamine contamination in public spaces in Englewood and Littleton, Arapahoe County Public Health (ACPH) cre...

Visit Arapahoe County Public Health for vital records, parent/child health, clinics

It’s been one month since Arapahoe County opened the doors to its new health department. Arapahoe County Public Health started serving residents and businesses on Jan. 1, 2023. Four office locations are spread out across the county to provide quality publ...

Read the Feb. 3 edition of The County Line

Drivers get streamlined experience at Dry Creek Road and I-25 interchange; Protecting wildlife habitat along Kiowa Creek; Property tax assistance programs available; SNAP benefits are changing after February; And more!

Improved Dry Creek Road and I-25 interchange offers drivers a streamlined experience

Arapahoe County in January completed a $1 million project that improves the Dry Creek Road and I-25 interchange, offering drivers a streamlined experience navigating one of the area’s busiest exchanges.

Work began last September to expand the num...

SNAP benefits are changing after February 2023

Households receiving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps low-income households in Colorado purchase food, will see a reduction in monthly benefits in March 2023. The reduction in SNAP benefits is due to the recent congression...

Read the Jan. 27 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County sending property tax statements; $2 million in Aid to Agencies grants distributed; SNAP emergency allotments ending; Tix on sale for spring wine and chalk art festival; And more!

Spring wine and chalk art festival

Buy tickets now and save $10 off admission. Hurry, this is a limited offer!

Future community park in Four Square Mile Area

This week, Arapahoe County completed the acquisition of a 4.5-acre property at the corner of S. Parker Road and E. Mexico Drive, with plans to turn the site into a future community park. Site access is strictly prohibited for the foreseeable future as we ...

Helping those who help others

Arapahoe County Commissioners okay $2 million in funding for area nonprofits 

More than 20 nonprofits that serve at-risk and underserved populations in Arapahoe County will get a cut of $2 million in funding this year as part of the count...

BOCC recognizes Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month with proclamation

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners on Jan. 24 read and signed its second ever Board proclamation, which recognizes January 2023 as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. Commissioners highlighted the topic because of the ongoing work be...

Arapahoe County sending property tax statements

County taxpayers will be receiving postcards and tax statements 

Arapahoe County Treasurer Michael Westerberg wants Arapahoe County property owners to be on the lookout for their 2022 tax statements, which are being mailed this month. He ...

Read the Jan. 20 edition of The County Line

Tell us what's on your mind during Thursday's Telephone Town Hall; Get your kids involved in our hands-on 4-H programs; County records spike of Avian Flu; Help guide the County’s future; And more!

Spike of Avian Flu recorded in Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County Animal Services and Arapahoe County Public Health are asking the public to be cautious of downed or sick birds in their area and to take extra precautions if they encounter one. 

In the past few weeks, officials have recorded a spi...

4-H Youth Extravaganza at the Fairgrounds

Participate in activities and learn more about 4-H membership on Saturday, Feb. 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Get to know the people in your countyhood!

It's a new year with a fresh outlook! Tune in to meet the County's newest elected officials, reacquaint yourself with the existing ones, and discover what's on tap for Arapahoe County in 2023.

Thursday, January 26 at 6:30 p.m.

At ...

Delayed Opening: County facilities to open at 10 a.m.

DELAYED OPENING: Due to inclement weather, Arapahoe County facilities will be opening at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18.

Read the Jan. 13 edition of The County Line

Swearing-in ceremony highlights big work ahead; Who are the people in your countyhood? Telephone Town Hall; Community events announced for 2023; And more!

Swearing-in ceremony highlights big work ahead

Elected officials tout lofty goals and serious work as they take Oath of Office 

Just days after the launch of a new public health department and with a growing list of high-profile projects, Arapahoe County held a swearing-in ceremony for seven n...

Facilities closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Arapahoe County facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16.

Community events announced for 2023

Arapahoe County is excited to share its 2023 lineup of signature events. Open Spaces and Fairgrounds staff are already busy finalizing the details on the expanded schedule of art, entertainment and fun festivities. There's something for everyone! Check ou...

Paving the way to a successful year

In addition to laying down some 44 tons of asphalt in 2022, Arapahoe County’s Road and Bridge team laid down some impressive statistics in a year marked by ongoing staff shortages and budget constraints.

Like many departments across the County, P...

Read the Jan. 6 edition of The County Line

2023 Youth Awards accepting nominations starting Jan. 9; Arapahoe County proposes adding Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations; Seeking volunteers for Point In Time survey; And more!

Arapahoe County proposes adding Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations

Arapahoe County is proposing to add Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations in the Land Development Code to expand the range of housing options and address housing affordability and availability within unincorporated areas of the County. Currently, A...

Arapahoe County Public Health is open for business!

Our building locations will be familiar, but some of the services provided may have changed. Learn what services are provided and where. 

2023 Youth Awards accepting nominations starting Jan. 9

The Arapahoe County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards (ACMCYA) is now accepting nominations for the class of 2023. This award recognizes teenagers who have overcome obstacles and risen to any challenges life has presented. The award is unique because ...

Read the Dec. 30 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County Public Health opens next week; Starting Jan. 1, BYOB!; County adopts 2023 budget; Attend the newly-elected officials' swearing-in ceremony; And more!

County facilities to be closed on Monday, Jan. 2

In observance of New Year's Day, County facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 2

All Arapahoe County offices and facilities are operating on a 10 a.m. delayed start

All Arapahoe County offices and facilities are operating on a 10 a.m. delayed start schedule this Thursday, Dec. 29 due to heavy snow in the area. The 18th Judicial Courts are also on a two hour delay. Please be safe on roadways!

Arapahoe County adopts $498 million budget for 2023

The Recommended 2023 Budget was officially adopted during the Board’s Dec. 6 Business Meeting. What follows is an article originally published on October 25, 2022 outlining the 2023 budget highlights. 

Arapahoe County puts a price tag on 2023: $49...

Arapahoe County Public Health opens next week

After 44 years of sharing public health resources with its neighbors, Arapahoe County on Jan. 1, 2023 will open the doors to its own, single-county Public Health department.

While we are ready to assist with any public health emergencies beginning on Jan. ...

County Judicial Services office at Lima Plaza is closed due to water damage

The Arapahoe County Judicial Services office at Lima Plaza is closed until further notice due to water damage caused by a broken water pipe. Repairs are expected to take 4-6 weeks. The Judicial Services satellite office at Altura Plaza in Aurora is open w...

A huge "thank you" to our three outgoing officials

This month we said thank you to three of our elected officials who together provided more than 36 years of service to Arapahoe County residents. Commissioners Nancy Jackson and Nancy Sharpe and Treasurer Sue Sandstrom have each served three terms in their...

Read the Dec. 23 edition of The County Line

A huge "thank you" to our three outgoing officials; Coroner Dr. Kelly Lear recognized for exceptional contributions; Attend the newly elected official's swearing-in ceremony; And more!

County facilities to be closed on Thursday, Dec. 22

Due to the dangerous cold and snow hitting the Front Range, all Arapahoe County facilities will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 22. Virtual services will still be available to residents. 

Please note that all County offices will also be closed for the...

County Coroner Dr. Kelly Lear recognized for exceptional contributions

Arapahoe County Coroner Kelly Lear, M.D. was recently acknowledged for Outstanding Service by the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME). The award recognizes Dr. Lear’s contributions to the organization and reflects the high esteem of...

Upcoming building closures for the holidays

In observance of Christmas and New Year's, County offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 23; Monday, Dec. 26; and Monday, Jan. 2. Happy Holidays!

Read the Dec. 16 edition of The County Line

County begins process to redraw commissioner district boundaries; Commissioners honored for career service; State parks pass included as part of car registration; Protecting working land in eastern Arapahoe County; and more!

Arapahoe County begins process to redraw commissioner district boundaries

Citizen advisory committee will lead map creation process

Arapahoe County this week took the first step in creating new commissioner district boundaries as part of a legislatively-mandated process. Commissioners announced the appointment of nine residents ...

Arapahoe County commissioners honored for career service

Human Services Director named Director of the Year

Arapahoe County Commissioners Nancy Jackson and Nancy Sharpe were honored by their peers for their distinguished public service careers while Human Services Director Cheryl Ternes took home the Director of...

Registering your car in 2023 gets you a Colorado state parks pass

New program helps fund critical wildlife, search and rescue and avalanche safety programs

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, Coloradoans will automatically be issued a one-year Keep Colorado Wild Pass when registering a new vehicle or renewing their registration. The...

5 Things to Know About Public Health

Arapahoe County Public Health is on schedule to begin serving residents and businesses on Jan. 1, 2023. Here are five things you should know about your new full-service health department. 

1. Continue to contact Tri-County Health Department through t...

Read the Dec. 9 edition of The County Line

5 things you should know about Arapahoe County Public Health; County promotes sustainable, affordable housing; Retail marijuana to be permitted to relocate; and more!

Arapahoe County promotes sustainable, affordable housing

Arapahoe County will now be more competitive in securing state affordable housing grants, following an update to its Land Development Code (LDC), approved by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) in November.  

The LDC updates include promoting...

Read the Dec. 2 edition of The County Line

Canvass Board certifies Arapahoe County Election results;
New exhibition at the History Colorado Center; Water resources; Public Health on social media; Visit the Village and more!

New exhibition at the Colorado History Center

A new exhibition—The Sand Creek Massacre: The Betrayal that Changed Cheyenne and Arapaho People Forever—opened at the History Colorado Center last week as part of National Native American Heritage Month. The exhibition recounts the dea...

New community housing development will serve unhoused clients in the justice system

A new 80-100 bed permanent housing project that will serve unhoused clients of justice rehabilitation programs in Arapahoe County is now in the works thanks to an agreement with Brothers Redevelopment and an infusion of $3 million in American Rescue Plan ...

How much growth is possible with a limited water supply?

A yearlong water study will help answer a question that developers and elected officials in Arapahoe County want to know: how much growth is possible with a limited water supply?

The study will look at water resources across the entire County, both unincor...

Colorado Master Gardeners grow impact and reach in 2022

Each year, Arapahoe County CSU Extension trains 15-20 residents to become certified Colorado Master Gardeners through a competitive selection process. Congratulations to our 2022 cohorts for making a positive impact on our community. Rec...

Read the Nov. 18 edition of The County Line

Funding secured to study transportation needs; Post-election audit scheduled for Monday; Make the holidays special for those in need; Compete in our gingerbread house contest; and more!

County building closures for Thanksgiving

In observance of Thanksgiving, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25.

Help guide the County’s future on our Citizen Boards and Committees

When you serve as a volunteer on one of our many citizen advisory bodies, you’ll provide input into the County’s decision-making process in a wide variety of areas while the County benefits from your knowledge, experience and expertise.

Applications are ac...

Post-election audit scheduled for Monday

Votes for the 2022 General Election are tallied and an important test to confirm accuracy of the results, known as a risk-limiting audit, will take place Monday, Nov. 21 at 9 a.m.

Bipartisan teams of election judges and party representati...

Invoices to regulated businesses coming in January

Licensing invoices from Arapahoe County Public Health will be mailed in early 2023

Summer paving program laid down a record 44,624 tons of asphalt

Arapahoe County used a record amount of asphalt for the 2022 summer paving program — over 44,000 tons to be exact. That’s the equivalent weight of four Eiffel Towers on unincorporated County roads. Ooh la la. 

The mild fall wea...

Read the Nov. 11 edition of The County Line

Ballots continue to be tabulated after smooth Election Day; Help those displaced by the Club Valencia Fire; Public Works prepped for 'plow season'; Saving energy and money this winter; Call for volunteers; and more!

Funding secured to study transit and micro-mobility transportation needs

Arapahoe County has secured funding from the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) to study transit and micro-mobility transportation needs within the urban corridor and to make improvements to the High Line Canal Trail crossing at Arapahoe Road ...

Public Works prepped for 'plow season'

Annual snow management plan announced

It’s a mixed winter forecast for the Public Works and Development team as they prepare the County’s annual snow management plan. On one hand, we’re expecting a mild and dry winter. On the ...

Ballots continue to be tabulated after smooth Election Day

Ballot boxes are locked and vote centers are closed after another successful Arapahoe County election. Mail and in-person ballots were still being tabulated at the Arapahoe County Elections Facility as of Thursday, Nov. 10. 

Unofficial el...

Get to Know Arapahoe

Families across Colorado and the nation are facing rising inflation and an uncertain economy. That means paying close attention to expenses and making the most of every dollar. County government is no different.

In Arapahoe County, we are doing more with l...

Election night updates—know where to go

To get regular updates on preliminary, unofficial election results, visit arapahoevotes.gov or follow twitter.com/arapahoeclerk after the polls close at 7 p.m. The Elections Division will post results approx. every 90 minutes through 11:30 tonight.&nb...

County administrative buildings closed for Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11.

Saving energy and money this winter

With colder weather now upon us, we encourage residents to plan ahead for heating season and take steps now to save energy and money this winter.

Although energy costs have increased nationwide due to higher wholesale natural gas prices, there are still ac...

Help fire victims

Donate to help those displaced by the Club Valencia Fire

When a fire broke out at the Club Valencia condominiums, Arapahoe County rushed to provide emergency services to the more than 85 households displaced by the fire. Several departments are working tog...

Read the Nov. 4 edition of The County Line

Learn how 'ballot curing' helps ensure votes will be counted; Attend our Public Health virtual town hall on Nov. 10; New childhood center breaks ground; Join Operation Green Light for Veterans; Visit the Village family fun day; and more!

County document drop boxes will be temporarily unavailable

Document drop boxes for the Assessor’s Office, Treasurer’s Office, Motor Vehicle and Recording Divisions will be temporarily unavailable from 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9.??We apologize for the inconvenience.?...

Arapahoe County launches ‘Operation Green Light’ in support of local Veterans

In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Arapahoe County will illuminate buildings green Nov. 7-13 as part of Operation Green Light, a new national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support militar...

November is National Adoption Month

Arapahoe County celebrates forever families on November 4

The Human Services department would like to share its enthusiasm and excitement regarding the observance of National Adoption Month this November. This is an important time of year when our staff ce...

New early childhood center helps end cycle of poverty and housing instability

Center will serve families in Aurora A new $2 million early childhood education center in Aurora will help end the cycle of poverty and housing instability for families enrolled in a unique residential program and will help shore up a childcare d...

Learn how 'ballot curing' helps ensure votes will be counted

We know voters have to sign their ballot envelope for their vote to be counted, but what happens if they forget? Or if election officials can’t verify that the signature is authentic? 

This latest video from the Arapahoe County Elections ...

Read the Oct. 28 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County puts a price tag on 2023: $498 million; Voting centers opening for General Election; Public Health telephone town hall set for Nov. 10; Fall street sweeping begins; and more!

Arapahoe County shines a bright light on small community solar gardens

Arapahoe County on Oct. 25 adopted new regulations for small solar systems — also known as community solar gardens — within the County’s Land Development Code. The new rules bring the County into alignment with state regulati...

Fall street sweeping begins in Arapahoe County

It's street sweeping time in Arapahoe County! Beginning Oct. 31, crews will begin in the eastern and unincorporated parts of the County and move west. 

Citizens can help in this effort by making sure curbs and gutters are cleared of debri...

Get the latest info on the formation of the County's Public Health department

Join us for a virtual town hall and get the latest updates on the formation of Arapahoe County's Public Health department, which is set to replace Tri-County Health Department on Jan. 1, 2023. Learn about services being offered and clinic locatio...

Popularity of rain barrel workshops prove residents eager to conserve water

For two hours, citizens, who were lucky enough to snag a spot for one of the rain barrel workshops co-sponsored by Arapahoe County, became familiar with emitters, diverters, downspouts and spigots.

The 25 citizens who attended the Oct. 21 workshop at the g...

Arapahoe County puts a price tag on 2023: $498 million

Recommended budget leverages limited funding to maintain services, build new health department and enhance public safety

Arapahoe County commissioners today premiered a $498 million Recommended 2023 Budget, which includes funding for a new public ...

Voting centers opening for General Election

Many Arapahoe County voter service and polling stations (VSPCs) opened on Monday, Oct. 24. 

Deputy Director of Elections Peg Perl encouraged voters to return ballots or vote in person early to avoid potentially long waits as Elec...

Fall tour of Open Spaces in eastern Arapahoe County

It’s a magical time of year to get outside and enjoy Arapahoe County’s parks, trails and open spaces.

Recently, Open Spaces staff and members of the Open Space and Trails Advisory Board had the opportunity to experience firsthand the di...

Read the Oct. 21 edition of The County Line

Help us feed our community this Thanksgiving; Keeping the County safe from cyberattacks; Get your annual flu vaccine; Seeking vendors for our holiday marketplace; and more!

More than you expect

If you asked the average person what county government provides, you may get some pat answers like collecting property taxes or issuing license plates. And while those are two of the most common interactions we provide, there’s a whole lot more ...

The ballots are coming! The ballots are coming!

Check your mailbox—General Election ballots begin mailing to all active registered voters on Monday, Oct. 17. Be sure to check and/or update your voter registration information at ArapahoeVotes.gov if you’ve moved or ...

Human Services Thanksgiving Food Drive to meet record number of clients in need this holiday

More than 400 vulnerable children, their families and individuals served in Human Services will be on a list to receive a Thanksgiving meal this year, thanks to the generous donations by Human Services staff, partnering County departments/offices...

Read the Oct. 14 edition of The County Line

The ballots are coming!; Thanksgiving Food Drive in progress; Treat Street is next week!; Take the Business Climate survey; and more!

Keeping the County safe from cyberattacks

While October is National Cybersecurity Month, keeping your personal information secure is something we focus on every day.

Here are a few of the ways we are proactive at preventing cyberattacks:

• Employ a full-time cybersecurity manager, supported by a robu...

Read the Oct. 7 edition of The County Line

Regional program helps first-time moms through home nurse visits; Learn how to collect and conserve water at our rain barrel workshop; Arapahoe Road Improvements – Open House; Community garden coming to Cheyenne-Arapaho Park; and more!

Public Health hearing on regulations scheduled for Oct. 26

On Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 3 p.m., the Arapahoe County Board of Health will take public comment on proposed regulations for body art facilities and onsite wastewater treatment (septic) systems. Public comment will also be open for proposed fees to be charge...

Regional program gives first-time moms a boost through home nurse visits

An essential public health program that connects nurses with first-time moms will be available to Arapahoe County residents in January 2023 when the County opens its new public health department. The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program provides a holis...

Learn how to collect and conserve water at our rain barrel workshop

With water becoming an even more scarce commodity in Colorado, Arapahoe County is hosting two workshops this month for citizens interested in capturing rainwater in a barrel. 

The County, in cooperation with numerous partners, is hosting rain barr...

Arapahoe Road Improvements – Open House

Join a neighborhood discussion hosted by Arapahoe County Public Works and Development to discuss a project to address operational and safety improvements on Arapahoe Road between South Lewiston Way and South Buckley Road. You are invited to an Open House ...

Read the Sept. 30 edition of The County Line

Wear purple on Oct. 20 to support domestic violence awareness; Proposed changes to medical/retail marijuana regulations; Dry Creek/ I-25 intersection project has begun; Annual Shred-a-thon is Oct. 8; and more!

New community garden is coming to Cheyenne-Arapaho Park

A Community garden is coming to Cheyenne-Arapaho park in Spring 2023! The new garden will have 22 plots, including four wheelchair-accessible plots, for residents to grow their own vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. Community gardens are a wonderful ...

Arapahoe County seeks contract Chief Medical Officer

Arapahoe County Public Health is seeking a group of physicians or an individual to provide contract chief medical officer services. 

The chief medical officer will provide:

• Consultation, technical assistance, and medical advice in the development o...

Arapahoe Day building closures

In observance of Arapahoe Day, County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, Oct. 3. (Arapahoe County recognizes Arapahoe Day, the date of which corresponds to the State's observance of Mother Cabrini Day.)

Northern Arapaho el...

First Byers clean up day proves huge success and desire for more

Arapahoe County Public Works and Development recently held its first cleanup day in Byers, and citizens turned out to get rid of unwanted items, scrap metal and tree debris.

The response was so overwhelming that the County’s Zoning division is looking into...

Wear purple on October 20 to support domestic violence awareness

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time every year when people and organizations unite to raise awareness of domestic violence issues, advocate for change, celebrate survivors, and mourn those who have tragically lost their lives to domestic ...

County seeks public input on proposed changes to retail marijuana regulations

Arapahoe County is proposing changes to medical and retail marijuana regulations that will allow current businesses to move to another location within unincorporated Arapahoe County.

The proposed changes to the County’s Land Development Code do not increas...

Dry Creek/I-25 intersection improvement project has begun

The Colorado Department of Transportation, in collaboration with Arapahoe County and the City of Centennial, has started initial work on a project that will make improvements to the intersection of Dry Creek Road and I-25 and expand the number of lanes to...

Read the Sept. 23 edition of The County Line

Take a tour of our Election Facility; Proposed code changes would help secure affordable housing in County; Applicants sought for Citizen Redistricting Advisory Committee; and more!

Arapahoe County seeks applicants for Citizen Redistricting Advisory Committee

As part of a required legislative process, Arapahoe County will re-draw boundaries for county commissioner districts in 2023. To assist with this process, the County is seeking interested residents to serve on a Citizen Redistricting Advisory Committee th...

17 Mile House Farm Park Dairy History

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park and learn about the property’s dairy history (1880-1950). Visit the milking parlor in the barn, milk house, and butter churn display. Featured activity: make and taste your own butter!

Saturday, Oct. 8, 20229 a.m.–12 p.m.17 ...

Learn how elections work

Take a tour of our election facility; Dates available through Oct. 10

Read the Sept. 16 edition of The County Line

County officials visit Northern Arapaho Tribe in Wyoming; County awards $24 million in open space funds to local governments; Are you registered to vote? Make sure or miss out; and more!

Proposed code changes would help secure affordable housing in Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County is seeking public comment on proposed changes to the Land Development Code that would help the County be more competitive in securing state grants that promote affordable housing. 

The proposed changes include promoting sustainable...

County officials visit Northern Arapaho Tribe in Wyoming

In late-August, a contingent of Arapahoe County commissioners and staff traveled to Wind River, WY to meet with the Northern Arapaho Business Council and their colleagues, touring the community and discussing how to advance the newly formalized relationsh...

Conversations with Commissioners: Opioid Town Hall

Join the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners and members of the Region 9 Opioid Abatement Council as they discuss how the newly formed Council is addressing the opioid crisis in our area. Learn more about this crucial work and get your questions answer...

Are you registered to vote? Make sure or miss out!

National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday encouraging citizens to register to vote, or make sure they are properly registered. The holiday with the not-so-catchy acronym celebrates its 10th anniversary this year on Tuesday, Sept. 20.&...

Help guide the County’s future on our Citizen Boards and Committees

When you serve as a volunteer on one of our many citizen advisory bodies, you’ll provide input into the County’s decision-making process in a wide variety of areas while the County benefits from your knowledge, experience and expertise...

Arapahoe County awards $24 million in open space funds to local governments

Arapahoe County today awarded more than $24 million in open space funding to cities, towns and partner agencies, enhancing local parks, trails and open space offerings across the region. The annual open space awards ceremony recognizes how the County’s on...

Commissioner Jackson named Local Community Behavioral Health Champion

Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy Jackson on Wednesday was named the 2022 Local Community Behavioral Health Champion by the Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council. The award recognizes her passion and dedication to making behavioral health care more acce...

Read the Sept. 9 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County seeks applicants for Citizen Redistricting Advisory Committee; Opioid Town Hall; Workforce Development Month; 5K Trail Run and more!

Workforce Development Month

In recognition of the critical role workforce development services play in Colorado’s commitment to support a thriving environment for workers and employers throughout the state, Governor Jared Polis has proclaimed September Workforce Development Month. &...

Read the Sept. 2 edition of The County Line

County pauses Emergency Rental Assistance program; Meet the Racial Equity Subcommittee and share your thoughts; Get help with internet/computer costs; Learn about heritage and native plants at 17 Mile House; And more...

County pauses Emergency Rental Assistance program

Arapahoe County’s Emergency Rental Assistance program moratorium went into effect on Sept. 1 while the County works through a backlog of applications. Until further notice, we will only accept applications from people who are in the court proces...

Labor Day building closure

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5.

Please have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend.

Read the Aug. 26 edition of The County Line

Overdose awareness day is August 31; Learn about heritage and native plants at the 17 Mile House; Solar panel public meeting set for Sept. 6; We're hiring!; And more...

Heritage and Native Plants at the Farm

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park to learn about gardening with Colorado native plants from CSU Extension Master Gardeners. Take a guided walk around the farm at 10 a.m. to identify plants such as sage and heritage roses used for potpourri and tea. Featured...

Arapahoe County adds 24-hour ballot drop box at County Fairgrounds

To better serve voters in developing areas of the County, the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s office announced today it will install a 24-hour ballot drop box at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds.

The drop box is being moved to the new location from the...

Read the Aug. 19 edition of The County Line

DRCOG seeks input on plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; County adds 24-hour ballot drop box at Fairgrounds; Beans! A free online class of quick and tasty recipe tips; Now hiring election judges to staff voting centers; And more...

DRCOG seeks input on plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

As the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they’re inviting you to share your thoughts on transportation planning as far out as 2050.

DRCOG’s recently updated 2050 Metro Vision Regiona...

Your country (and your county) need you!

Arapahoe County is hiring election judges to staff voting centers for the November elections. 

We offer:  

• Paid training 
• Fun working environment 
• Various levels of commitment

Go to ArapahoeVotes.gov/election-judges for mor...

Read the Aug. 12 edition of The County Line

Hit the trails for the Arapahoe County 5K; Meet our new Arapahoe County CSU Extension director; Dine for the High Line; Apply for the Fall 2022 DRCOG Civic Academy; And more...

Meet our new Arapahoe County CSU Extension Director

Arapahoe County Open Spaces is thrilled to announce the appointment of new CSU Extension Director Dina Baker, following a four-month extensive search. Dina began at the County Aug. 8.

Dina will head the Arapahoe County CSU Extension division, overseeing ni...

The Arapahoe County 5K Trail Run is Sept. 15!

A timed run along the Chery Creek Trail in Centennial. BBQ and live bluegrass at the finish line!

Read the Aug. 5 edition of The County Line

County Fair welcomes big crowds; Arapahoe County kicks off regional approach to addressing opioid crisis; New Public Health department approved for WIC services; County seeking public input on solar gardens; And more...

Arapahoe County kicks off regional approach to addressing opioid crisis

Arapahoe County and its municipalities launched a new, coordinated approach to address the opioid crisis, leveraging long-term funding for prevention, treatment and harm reduction efforts within the community. 

This collaborative effort stems from...

Arapahoe County Fair welcomes big crowds

Yeeehaaww! Last weekend we hosted more than 28,000 visitors at the 2022 Arapahoe County Fair, marking the second-largest attendance on record for the 116-year tradition. County staff put their best feet (read: boots) forward and produced an event that cel...

Arapahoe County Public Health approved for WIC services

Arapahoe County Public Health will be authorized to provide the Colorado Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children (WIC), beginning in Jan. 2023. This authorization ensures a seamless transition for mothers and children who ...

Arapahoe County seeking public input on solar gardens

Arapahoe County is proposing to amend regulations for small solar systems—also known as community solar gardens—within the County’s Land Development Code. 

The proposed administrative solar rules will bring the County...

Wanted: volunteers for user experience research

In an effort to build a more resident-friendly experience, Arapahoe County is seeking volunteers to provide input on its services.  

Interested County residents who are at least 18 years old should complete an online form to volunteer to be part o...

Clerk and Recorder’s Office: Aurora branch reopens

After a nearly two-month closure, the Aurora branch of the Clerk and Recorder’s Office reopened to the public on Monday, Aug. 1.  

The closure was required after a plumbing issue caused sewage to back up into the building. The building h...

Read the July 29 edition of The County Line

Deadline approaching for 2023 Aid to Agencies applications; Wagons West—A Musical Tribute at 17 Mile House; Free Webinar—back to school meal planning; High Line Canal Trail detour at Parker/Mississippi; And more...

Wagons West—a Musical Tribute at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park to enjoy the musical program Wagons West, featuring pastimes from the 1800s. Suzie and Gary make history come alive with their songs and stories of Colorado pioneers, Native Americans, gold miners, cowboys and more. The son...

Read the July 22 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County Fair is next week!; Help guide the County’s future on our Citizen Committees; A/D Works! program helps small businesses with digital technologies; Zero fare for better air; Take the Public Health Services survey; And more...

High Line Canal trail underpass improvements underway

The High Line Canal Trail near Parker Road and E. Mississippi Ave. will be closed while crews install the permanent pedestrian railing along the trail on the south side of Parker Road. The closure will begin at 7 a.m. August 15 and run through 7 p.m. Augu...

Arapahoe County Fair is next week!

The biggest event of the year runs from July 28-31! Tickets still available!

The Arapahoe County Fair, which has been an annual celebration since 1906, is a beloved community tradition that showcases the County’s agricultural and Western heritage...

Help guide the County’s future on our Citizen Boards and Committees

When you serve as a volunteer on one of our many citizen advisory bodies, you’ll provide input into the County’s decision-making process in a wide variety of areas while the County benefits from your knowledge, experience, and expertis...

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! program helps small businesses better utilize digital technologies

The Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Workforce Center (ADW!) is working with area partners to offer a series of courses that helps small businesses leverage digital technologies to get back on track after the pandemic.

The disruption caused by the pandemic has been...

Read the July 15 edition of The County Line

Key staff to join Arapahoe County Public Health; County candidate lot draw announced; Road & Bridge in-person job fair on July 22; Feedback sought on transportation projects and our contractor licensing program; And more...

County candidate lot draw announced

The Elections Division will hold the Candidate Lot Draw at 9 a.m. on July 26 to determine the order in which all County-level candidates will appear on General Election ballots.

The randomized process involves drawing a token representing each major politi...

Give your feedback on new licensing proposals

Arapahoe County is proposing changes to the contractor licensing program that would clarify license types, align licenses with the International Code certification guidelines. and change when a license expires.

The Building division within Public Works and...

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! receives award for exceptional veteran service

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! was presented with the prestigious Mark Sanders Award from the National Association of State Workforce Agencies at the 2022 Veterans Conference in Washington, D.C. 

The Mark Sanders Award is bestowed each year upon one indi...

Public feedback sought on proposed metro-area transportation projects

The Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) is seeking public feedback on 59 transportation projects throughout the Denver metropolitan area that are under consideration for the agency’s coveted 2022-2025 Transportation Improvement Progra...

Arapahoe County seeks Road & Bridge employees at in-person job fair

Arapahoe County is hosting an in-person job fair, focused on careers maintaining roads, bridges and other transportation assets, on Friday, July 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dove Valley Regional Park, 7900 S Potomac St., in Centennial. M...

Key staff to join Arapahoe County Public Health

Arapahoe County Public Health (ACPH) has filled six critical leadership positions in anticipation of being fully operational by Jan. 1, 2023:

• Penny Grande as deputy director
• Michele Askenazi as director of environmental health, communicable disease, emergen...

Enter your best work in Public Competitions at the Arapahoe County Fair

Enter your creations in four categories: Culinary Arts, Visual Arts, Fiber Arts, and Skilled Arts. Earn ribbons (and bragging rights!) from a panel of expert judges.

Read the July 8 edition of The County Line

2023 Aid to Agencies grant applications now open; Road & Bridge holding in-person job fair; Watch Live—Election audit and certification; Fair Public Competitions—bring home the blue!; Two timber bridges being replaced in eastern County; And more...

Watch live: public election audit and certification

During the week of July 11, the Clerk and Recorder’s Office will livestream two important post-election processes that ensure transparency and accuracy.

July 12: Risk-Limiting Audit

On July 12, the Elections Division will conduct the risk-limiting...

CDOT to replace two timber bridges in eastern Arapahoe County starting in mid-July

The Colorado Department of Transportation will replace two timber bridges in eastern Arapahoe County on U.S. 40 near Peoria Road and Deer Trail starting in mid-July. Full highway closures are necessary for bridge demolition and replacement as both concret...

Arapahoe County now accepting 2023 Aid to Agencies applications

Arapahoe County is accepting applications until August 5, 2022, for its Aid to Agencies grant program, which provides more than $500,000 in competitive grant funding to eligible nonprofit 501(C)(3) or 501(C) organizations each year.&...

Read the July 1 edition of The County Line

County unveils 2021 Annual Report at State of the County event; Arapahoe County signs agreement with Northern Arapaho Tribe; Public Health department Telephone Town Hall July 7; Public Health Board appoints director; And more...

Arapahoe County unveils 2021 Annual Report at State of the County event

Colorado’s third-largest county is emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic with a new public health department, a historic and long-awaited relationship with the Northern Arapaho Tribe, and a focus on economic development. County officials shared th...

Arapahoe County Public Health Board appoints director

Arapahoe County’s Foundational Board of Health today named Jennifer L. Ludwig the public health director. Ludwig will ensure that Arapahoe County Public Health (ACPH) is operational by Jan. 1, 2023.

Ludwig brings with her more than 25 years of pu...

County administrative buildings closed on Monday, July 4

In observance of the July 4th holiday, County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, July 4. Have a safe and happy Independence Day. 

Arapahoe County signs agreement with Northern Arapaho Tribe

On June 28, representatives from the Northern Arapaho Tribe in Wyoming and the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) signed a historic memorandum of agreement (MOA) formalizing the relationship between the Tribe and the County. The signing ceremon...

Read the June 24 edition of The County Line

Join us on July 7 for a Public Health department telephone town hall; Wastewater and wasting water; Get your tix for Jumanji on June 30; Explore your outdoors at 17 Mile House; And more...

New Public Health department telephone town hall

Join us for a telephone town hall on the creation of Arapahoe County’s new public health department. Meet the new members of the Foundational Board of Health, learn what progress has been made so far, and get your questions answered.

Thursday, July 7 at 6:...

Wastewater and wasting water

As summer kicks into gear, there are numerous ways to help local waterways stay clear of debris and pollutants produced by warm-weather activities such as fertilizing lawns and plants, lawn mowing, and walking your dog. 

As the much-needed monsoon...

Read the June 17 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County appoints its Foundational Board of Health; Unaffiliated Voters—There can be only one! County to observe Juneteenth holiday—Voting centers remain open; Human Services honored for benefits work; And more...

Arapahoe County appoints its Foundational Board of Health

Five-member governing body will set up the new public health department by Jan. 1, 2023

On June 14, the new Arapahoe County Public Health Department reached a critical milestone, as the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners appointed five individuals to t...

Arapahoe County CSU Extension wins regional award for Urban Ranchers Camp

Demonstrating excellence in animal science programming 

The Arapahoe County CSU Extension 4-H team in June received a Western Regional Award for Excellence in Animal Science Programming, for the Urban Ranchers Day Camp program. The team will be re...

Reminder to Unaffiliated Voters: There can be only one!

The Clerk and Recorder’s Office is reminding unaffiliated voters to vote and return only one ballot for the June 28 Primary Election. By law, when a ballot return envelope contains both a Democratic and Republican voted ballot, neither one can b...

County Board votes to observe Juneteenth as a County holiday

During the June 14, 2022 Board of County Commissioners meeting, the Board voted to add Juneteenth as an official County holiday following similar legislation by the state. 

In observance of Juneteenth, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will...

Explore YOUR outdoors at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park and experience outdoors at the farm with CSU Extension 4-H program specialists. They will introduce youth to urban wildlife, trees, and nature around the 17 Mile House. Featured activity: see and feel animal skins and skull...

Read the June 10 edition of The County Line

Check the mail for your ballot!; County administrative buildings closed on June 20— Voting to remain open; Support your High Line Canal; County Fair seeking vendors; New Public Health Services survey; And more...

Aurora Motor Vehicle office temporarily closed

Arapahoe County’s DMV facility at City Center Market, 490 S. Chambers Road in Aurora, has been closed due to a sewage backup in the building caused by a construction issue near the facility. We’re working with the building’s ...

Human Services honored at CCI for providing timeliness of benefits during COVID-19

At the recent Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI) conference in Vail, the Arapahoe County Human Services department was honored by the Colorado Department of Human Services with a prestigious award that recognized its outstanding performance during the pandemic...

Check the mail for your ballot!

Ballots for the June 28 Primary Election began mailing to eligible voters on Monday, June 6. Voters who have not yet received theirs should check their voter registration information on www.arapahoevotes.gov to make sure their information is current.&...

Read the June 3 edition of The County Line

Funding for Arapahoe County Public Health; Attend the State of the County event; Volunteer for the Arapahoe County Fair; Bike to Work Day is June 22; Take the weekly health department survey; And more...

Funding Arapahoe County Public Health

In just under six months, Arapahoe County will have its own public health department to serve our 650,000 residents. The department will offer many programs and services that are currently provided by Tri-County Health Department. As we transition from th...

Bike to Work Day is June 22

It’s a great day to hit the trails and try commuting to work by bike! Stop by our stations for breakfast burritos and local pastries, updated trail maps, cool swag, and more. Brought to you in partnership with the City of Centennial, Denver South, Giant o...

Read the May 27 edition of The County Line

Youth Awards celebrates 23 area high school seniors; Get the facts about election results; Public Works Play Date returns!; Board approves development plan for Potter's House Church property; Wool Spinning at 17 Mile House; And more...

County administrative buildings closed for Memorial Day

In observance of Memorial Day, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, May 30.

Youth Awards celebrates 23 area high school seniors

For the first time since 2019, Arapahoe County was able to host the annual Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards in person, honoring 23 area high school seniors who have overcome a wide range of obstacles to achieve personal and academic...

Board approves development plan for Potter's House Church property

Development of the former Potter’s House Church property within the Four Square Mile Neighborhood has cleared its first hurdle, as the Board of County Commissioners have approved a general development plan.

Commissioners voted unanimously for the...

Little kids, big trucks, family fun at annual Public Works Play Date

Arapahoe County Public Works and Development (PWD) hosts its popular Public Works Play Date on Friday, June 10 in Centennial. The free community event for families features fun and educational activities related to the services provided by PWD divisions, ...

Get the facts about election results

Rumors and disinformation about how elections workers count, report and certify election results abound. Take three minutes to get the truth from an expert source. 

The Clerk and Recorder’s Office just produced a short, informative video...

Read the May 20 edition of The County Line

Outdoor summer movie series kicks off June 23; Register to vote; Commissioner events focus on homelessness; Seeking commercial vendors for County Fair; Take the weekly health dept. survey; And more...

Meet with Commissioner Nancy Jackson (District 4) in person on May 26

Our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Meet with Commissioner Nancy Jackson (District 4) and learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to the commissioner about all County busine...

Arapahoe County’s outdoor summer movie series kicks off June 23

Pictures on the Plains is back at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora for a third year in a row! Tickets are $5 and include free popcorn, movie-themed activities for the entire family, and a movie under the stars. Featuring Jurassic Park (1...

Wool Spinning at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park and discover how animal wool is spun into the sweaters we wear. Featured activity: try wool carding by hand and dye your own sheep’s wool! We will also offer small-group tours of the historic 17 Mile House and barn.

Saturday...

Read the May 13 edition of The County Line

Eviction Clinic Pilot Program launched; Conversations with Commissioners focuses on homelessness; Public feedback sought for Potter’s House Church property; Public Works Week—Ready and Resilient; And more...

Meet with Commissioner Nancy Sharpe (District 2) in person on May 19

Our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Meet with Commissioner Nancy Sharpe (District 2) and learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to the commissioner about all County busines...

Public Works—Ready and Resilient

Earlier this year, Arapahoe County Public Works and Development (PWD) received accreditation from the American Public Works Association (APWA) for a second time—a feat that took a lot of hard work to achieve.

The accreditation process was a major...

Arapahoe County, Colorado Legal Services launch Eviction Clinic Pilot Program

Arapahoe County residents who are facing potential eviction now have access to possible alternatives. The County is partnering with Colorado Legal Services (CLS), which provides civil legal services to low-income Coloradans, for an Eviction Clinic Pilot P...

Public feedback sought for Potter’s House Church property

The Board of County Commissioners’ public hearing for the proposed rezoning of the Potter’s House Church property within the Four Square Mile Neighborhood will be held during its second meeting in May. 

The hearing is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. May 2...

Read the May 6 edition of The County Line

Public Health services to protect medically underserved, community health; Elections reminds voters of new districts, precinct numbers; Property tax appeals window is open; and much more...

Arapahoe County Public Health services to protect medically underserved, community health

As Arapahoe County moves through the complex process of setting up its single-county public health department, one of the primary questions County officials have received is which services will the new health department provide? Arapahoe County’s priority...

Meet with Commissioner Bill Holen (District 5) in person on May 12

Our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Meet with Commissioner Bill Holen (District 5) and learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to the commissioner about all County business....

Meet with Commissioner Jeff Baker (District 3) in person on May 11

Our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Meet with Commissioner Jeff Baker (District 3) and learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to the commissioner about all County business....

Arapahoe County Elections reminds voters of new districts, precinct numbers

The Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s Office is advising voters that their precinct or district numbers may have changed as a result of the 2022 redistricting process and these changes may affect Congressional or State legislative contests that appear ...

The property tax appeals process is now open through June 1

We offer multiple convenient ways to file appeals for residential and business property owners. For more information, email Valuationappealappointment@arapahoegov.com, call 303-795-4600, or visit www.arapahoegov.com/assessor.

Cheyenne-Arapaho Park expansion project to benefit community

Construction will begin mid-May 2022 on a project to renovate and activate the west side of Cheyenne-Arapaho Park in the Four Square Mile area of unincorporated Arapahoe County. The 4.6-acre park located at 9200 E. Iowa Ave. approximately one-half mile no...

Meet with Commissioner Carrie Warren-Gully (District 1) in person on May 5

Our Conversations with a Commissioner events return to in-person gatherings! Meet with Commissioner Carrie Warren-Gully (District 1) and learn more about our latest efforts to address homelessness and provide feedback to the commissioner about all County ...

Read the April 29 edition of The County Line

County Board returns to in-person district events!; Street sweeping suspended in some areas; What do County Commissioners do?; Work begins on Parker Rd Overpass; Call for commercial vendors for annual fair; And more...

County 101: The Role of County Commissioners

By now you’re aware that Arapahoe County is run by a board of commissioners, but you may still be wondering exactly what commissioners do. As part of our County 101 series, we’ve created this short video that outlines the many ways the Arapahoe County Boa...

Arapahoe County Board returns to in-person district events!

Q2 Conversations with a Commissioner focuses on combatting homelessness

Starting May 5, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) will resume holding its Conversations with a Commissioner events in person. These one-hour town halls will provide upd...

Staffing shortages force suspension of street sweeping in unincorporated Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County Public Works and Development is suspending its annual Spring Street Sweeping Program due to a staffing shortage affecting 30 percent of its workforce. The County’s Road and Bridge division is unable to simultaneously support stre...

Stage 2 Open Burning Ban

Due to the extremely dry conditions in unincorporated Arapahoe County, Centennial, Foxfield, and Deer Trail, Arapahoe County is in stage 2 open burn ban.

In stage 2 open burn ban:

No fireworks or any other outdoor fires including, but not limited to, campfi...

Read the April 22 edition of The County Line

5 Sustainability Tips to Celebrate Earth Day; Upcoming Conversations with Commissioners addresses homelessness; Last chance to apply for our foundational board of health; Jobseekers earn bigger paychecks with A/D Works!

Work begins on Parker Road Overpass for High Plains Trail

Arapahoe County Open Spaces, Public Works & Development, and Jalisco International, Inc. will start construction of the Parker Road Overpass for High Plains Trail on Monday, April 25. 

The Open Spaces project will improve regional trail connec...

5 sustainability tips to celebrate Earth Day

Arapahoe County has an internal, four-part program to help us practice sustainability and do our part to protect the environment by focusing on energy, waste diversion, indoor water, and landscape water. Our 25-employee sustainability task force advocates...

How to protect your flock from Avian Influenza

Have backyard chickens? Please use the following resources for information regarding the current Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak.

Call your veterinarian if your flock shows signs of influenza or you suspect exposure.

No Vet? You can also c...

Read the April 15 edition of The County Line

Arapahoe County seeking foundational Board of Health candidates; Get involved with our Citizen Boards and Committees; Maximizing the use of navigators in accessing County services; Spring street sweeping begins; And more...

Help guide the County’s future on our Citizen Boards and Committees

When you serve as a volunteer on one of our many citizen advisory bodies, you’ll provide input into the County’s decision-making process in a wide variety of areas while the County benefits from your knowledge, experience and expertise...

Maximizing the use of navigators in accessing County services

Local governments are constantly trying to streamline their services, but no matter how much progress they make there always will be layers of processes that residents must complete to receive these services. This can be especially difficult for those liv...

The Regional Transportation District wants your feedback on fares

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) wants your feedback as it regards fares. The agency is currently conducting a survey and planning community meetings to understand what the public thinks about fares and to gather feedback on current fares and ho...

Arapahoe County seeking foundational Board of Health candidates

As part of Arapahoe County’s new health department creation process, the County has opened the application process to secure candidates for its foundational board of health. The single-county health department will open by Jan. 1, 2023, replacin...

It's spring street sweeping time for unincorporated Arapahoe County!

Beginning Monday, April 18, crews will begin in the western part of the County and move east. Residents can help in this effort by making sure curbs and gutters are clear of debris and that you move your vehicles off the street during your scheduled week ...

Water bugs at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park and learn about water critters living in Cherry Creek from City & County of Denver Environmental Educator Donny Roush. Take a short, guided nature walk with Casey Davenhill from Cherry Creek Stewardship Partners. Featur...

Read the April 8 edition of The County Line

Tips for emergency preparedness and home insurance protection; Area minority groups see significant family income gains; Take the weekly health department survey; County Elections seeks public comment; And more...

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! lauds significant median family income gains for area minority groups

Multiple factors have contributed to the median family income for Arapahoe County’s Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino communities growing significantly faster than the national average between 2014 and 2019. This is the conclusion of a ...

Tips for emergency preparedness and home insurance protection

The Marshall Fire was one of the most devastating fires in Colorado history. On Dec. 30, 2021, fires raged across more than 6,000 acres, through Boulder County, destroying more than 1,000 homes and structures in a day. 

Unfortunately, one of the c...

Read the April 1 edition of The County Line

County enters next phase in public health department planning; April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month; Take the weekly health department survey; Meet the beekeepers at 17 Mile House; And more...

Arapahoe County enters next phase in public health department planning

On Tuesday, March 29, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (Board) launched the next phase of planning for the County’s new public health department. This new department will serve as the County’s public health services provider effective Jan. 1, 20...

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Child abuse and neglect is a serious problem affecting every segment of our society. We all play a role in preventing this from happening, and finding solutions requires input and action from everyone. 

Each April is National Child Abuse Preventio...

Read the March 25 edition of The County Line

County updates building codes; Health department telephone town hall on March 30; Take the weekly health department survey; Learn how elections work; And more...

Get the latest updates on the formation of the County public health department

Arapahoe County invites residents to a virtual town hall on Wednesday, March 30 at 6:30 p.m. to hear about our approach to forming a single-county public health department. Arapahoe County commissioners and County staff will provide an overview o...

Public health is more than you think

Programs help communities thrive by preventing disease, reducing accidents, and encouraging safety. Learn more about what public heath is, and isn't...

Arapahoe County Board update on the health department creation process

Since this past fall, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has been executing the complex process of creating a single-county public health department. This became necessary after Adams and Douglas counties exited our 55-year partnership with the Tr...

Arapahoe County outlines allocation of $127.5 million in ARPA relief funds

As Arapahoe County residents, businesses and other organizations continue to recover from the pandemic, the County has begun distributing the one-time infusion of federal funds it received in 2021, to help those who have been hit hardest by various COVID-...

Work on the Iliff Ave. Corridor Project causing temporary travel impacts

Travel Impact the Week of March 26

Arapahoe County Public Works and Concrete Express Inc. continue corridor improvements on Iliff Avenue. Asphalt paving and underground work is ongoing on Iliff Avenue.

In the coming weeks, crews will adjust the traffic alig...

Resolution to extend Open Space Sales and Use Tax

Arapahoe County Board unanimously approves resolution to extend open space sales and use tax  Voters will decide in November whether to continue countywide investment 

On Tuesday, Aug. 10, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (Board...

Improvements Recommended at I-70/Airpark and I-70/Watkins Interchanges

Improvements Recommended at I-70/Airpark and I-70/Watkins Interchanges 

The area in Arapahoe and Adams counties surrounding the interchanges at I-70/Airpark and I-70/Watkins Road is planned for substantial new development.  Arapahoe Count...