Read the January 15 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Arapahoe County provides relief funding for small businesses
• Welcome to our new Community Resources Director
• COVID-19 Vaccine Information
• Watch the swearing-in ceremony; New officer assignments
• Offices closed Monday, Jan. 18 for Ma...

Arapahoe County provides relief funding for small businesses

New state law frees up funding for businesses affected by COVID-19

Applications are now available for direct relief payments to Arapahoe County small businesses that have been affected by the pandemic.As a result SB20B-001, which the General Assembly passe...

Building closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18.

Arapahoe County welcomes new Community Resources Director

Katherine Frances Smith to oversee critical programs that serve vulnerable communities

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners have announced Katherine “Kathy” Frances Smith as the new director of Community Resources. Smith wi...

DIVE into the Open Spaces Master Plan

Stay up-to-date on the Open Spaces Master Plan process and learn more about the results from the recent DIVE engagement phase.

What We've Heard So Far

DIVE Engagement Summary (December 2020): This document summarizes the results of our most recent phase of ...

Read the January 8 edition of The County Line

Headlines for this edition:

• Why businesses should still apply for five-star certification
• Tune in to the Arapahoe County virtual swearing-in ceremony
• Meet our first ArapaHero, Carol
• Offices closed Jan. 18 for Martin Luther King Jr. holiday

Read the full issue

D...

Why businesses should still apply for Five-Star certification

Although Arapahoe County currently sits at Level Red on the state’s COVID dial dashboard, an order from Governor Polis allowed all County businesses to operate at Level Orange capacities beginning on January 4, 2021.

This move coincided with the ...

Arapahoe County co-hosting virtual Town Hall about latest COVID vaccination news

Adams and Douglas County officials to be joined by Tri-County Health experts

On Thursday, January 7, Arapahoe County will lead a virtual town hall to discuss the latest COVID vaccination developments as they pertain to the counties overseen by the Tri-Coun...

Read the January 1 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Applications for County's Five-Star Recovery Partner Program now being accepted
• County to move to Level Orange on Jan. 4
• Vaccination Telephone Town Hall on Jan. 7
• Virtual swearing in ceremony on Jan. 11
• Report street racin...

Arapahoe County to move to Level Orange on Jan. 4

County now accepting applications for its Five-Star Recovery Partner Program

Late Wednesday evening, Governor Polis announced that counties under Level Red restrictions – which currently includes Arapahoe County – will move to Level Ora...

UPDATE: County now accepting applications for its Five-Star Recovery Partner Program

Arapahoe County to Move to Level Orange on Jan. 4

Late Wednesday evening, Governor Polis announced that counties under Level Red restrictions – which currently includes Arapahoe County – will move to Level Orange restrictions beginning ...

Arapahoe County submits variance application to CDPHE

Arapahoe County has applied to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) for a variance that, if approved, will enable the County to open its Five-Star Recovery Partner Program for area businesses. The Arapahoe County Five-Star Reco...

Building closures for Christmas and New Year's

In observance of upcoming holidays, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on: 

• Thursday, Dec. 24
• Friday, Dec. 25
• Friday, Jan. 1

Read the Dec. 18 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Commissioners approve 2021 budget
• Season's Greetings from the Board of County Commissioners
• Eastern Plains Emergency Food Program extended
• Vaccine Q & A
• Teen donates 200+ books to "parenting time" program
• Rene...

Arapahoe County commissioners approve 2021 budget

Last week, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners approved the County’s annual budget for 2021. The County’s Finance department is expected to complete the full budget document by late-January. The 2021 Recommended Budget is now av...

Headlines from the Dec. 11 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• CDPHE updates public health order to add flexibility for some entities
• Growing and giving – A community tradition
• Grateful for the gift of an engaged electorate
• A time for giving
• Fire restrictions drop to Stage 1 in Arapa...

CDPHE updates Public Health Order to add flexibility for some entities

This week, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) amended the existing public health order with updates to the COVID-19 dial framework to add more flexibility for certain entities. Governor Polis also extended the statewide mask ...

Fire restrictions drop to Stage 1 in Arapahoe County

ARAPAHOE COUNTY – Recent moisture and relative humidity has allowed Sheriff Tyler Brown to ease fire restrictions in Arapahoe County. Beginning December 9, 2020, fire restrictions in unincorporated Arapahoe County, Centennial, Foxfield and Deer Trail have...

Grateful for the gift of an engaged electorate

Drop boxes are locked, ballots are counted (and re-counted),and results are official. It took a lot of preparation and hard work to manage the 2020 General Election, but it is officially over, and Arapahoe County voters have a lot to be proud of.

This elec...

Read the Dec. 4 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Call for applicants for advisory boards, committees and commissions
• Business assistance grants deadline Dec. 11
• Watkins-Bennett area vision study public meeting Dec. 9
• Open Spaces recognizes recipients of stewardship award
• Share th...

Call for applicants to Arapahoe County’s citizen advisory boards, committees and commissions

Citizen engagement is a hallmark of any healthy democracy. Colorado just witnessed record voter turnout for the 2020 elections, and now Arapahoe County invites its residents to keep participating via our Citizen Advisory Boards, Committees and Commissions...

Recounts for County Commissioner, 18th Judicial District Attorney races

Two races in the General Election were decided by margins likely small enough to require mandatory statutory recounts. Arapahoe County’s Elections Division will conduct both simultaneously, to be completed no later than Dec. 8, ...

Arapahoe County announces round 2 of pandemic business assistance grants

Arapahoe County is launching the latest iteration of its Advance Arapahoe initiative to ease the current economic burden resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. This $5 million grant program is targeted to businesses within Arapahoe County that have a gross...

County honors Buckley Air Force Base Buffer Project partners with 2020 stewardship award

Conservation in perpetuity of more than 700 acres surrounding Buckley Air Force Base  

Arapahoe County Open Spaces (ACOS) is recognizing a group of partners—including nonprofits, local, state and federal government agencies—for coming tog...

Read the Nov. 27 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Colorado Heart Gallery helps foster children, families connect
• Drive a little more, wait a lot less
• The November issue of The Detail is out
• You're doing a great job, at both jobs

Read the full issue 

Don't miss a t...

Building closures for Thanksgiving

In observance of Thanksgiving, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27.

Read the Nov. 20 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• CDPHE moves Arapahoe County, 14 others to Level Red
• Know when to get tested for COVID-19
• How would you prioritize the County's Open Spaces?
• A perfect gift for your aspiring junior baker
• Thanksgiving holiday closures

Read th...

CDPHE moves Arapahoe County, 14 others to Level Red

Should you get tested for COVID-19?

Should You Get Tested?

Anyone who needs a test is encouraged to get one, but the State offers this additional guidance on when to get tested and how long to quarantine.

If You Have Symptoms:

• Anyone who has symptoms should get tested immediately and isolate f...

Home Safe for the Holidays: Telephone Town Hall

Learn how to navigate the next 30 days. Join us, along with partners from Adams County and the Tri-County Health Department as we provide guidance on moving into the Red Level (Severe Risk) and what it means for residents and businesses.

Thursday, Nov. 19 ...

Read the Nov. 13 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• CDPHE moves Arapahoe County to Level Orange
• New strategic plan will help guide us for years to come
• Shovel snow for a neighbor in need
• Celebrate the Evans family with us during National Adoption Month
• Keep it Up! COVID safety guida...

CDPHE moves Arapahoe County to Level Orange

Further restrictions made necessary by sharp rise in COVID rates

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is directing Arapahoe County to move from Level Yellow: Safer at Home - Concern to Level Orange: Safer at Home - High Risk on ...

A Conversation with Commissioner Nancy Jackson on Nov. 12

Join District 4 Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy Jackson for a virtual event on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Jackson will p...

Building closures for Veterans Day

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

Read the Nov. 6 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• COVID case numbers continue to rise in Arapahoe County and around Colorado
• 2020 General Election sees historic turnout
• Get the story on the Open Spaces master plan
• Ask Commissioner Nancy Jackson your questions on Nov. 12
• Business w...

COVID case numbers continue to rise in Arapahoe County and around Colorado

The onset of autumn’s cooler weather is forcing more people indoors. This and other factors are causing a troubling increase in COVID case numbers in the County and throughout the state, which is made even more concerning by the onset of flu sea...

2020 General Election sees historic turnout

As expected, this year’s presidential election featured impassioned interest from voters across the country. In Colorado, the share of eligible voters who cast ballots rose from 72.7% in 2016 to 76.8% this year, one of the highest levels in the ...

A Conversation with Commissioner Nancy N. Sharpe: Nov. 5

Join District 2 Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy N. Sharpe for a virtual conversation on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Sharpe will pro...

You're invited! Virtual open house for Open Spaces master plan

Arapahoe County Open Spaces is hosting two virtual Public Open House meetings to share potential priorities for its future direction for the next decade and beyond.

Community members are invited to learn more about the master planning process, ask question...

County walk-in services on Election Day will be limited

On Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 3), the County’s priority will be supporting in-person voters and its many Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPCs). County administrative buildings will be closed to in-person visits for all other services (except the Trea...

Free COVID-19 community testing site opening Monday, Nov. 2 in Centennial

CARES-funded facility to provide results within four days

Arapahoe County’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is working with the Tri-County Health Department and the City of Centennial to open a free COVID community testing site at Centennia...

Read the Oct. 30 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment moves Arapahoe County to Safer at Home Level 2 in response to rising COVID-19 case rates
• Tri-County Health Department’s guidelines for having a safe and fun Hallow...

Arapahoe County moved to Safer at Home Level 2 in response to rising COVID-19 case rates

Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment moves Arapahoe County to Safer at Home Level 2 in response to rising COVID-19 case rates

This week, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners (Board) learned that the Colorado Department of Public Hea...

Tri-County Health Department’s guidelines for having a safe and fun Halloween

Now that the weather is cooling and the holidays are approaching, public health officials are urging us to be more vigilant than ever about following the practices that have proven to be the most effective measures in slowing the spread of COVID.

The Tri-C...

Healthy and Safe Voting Options: Telephone Town Hall Q&A

Join Arapahoe County elected officials and elections staff for an overview of healthy and safe voting options for the 2020 General Election. Learn how the Elections Division keeps your ballot secure throughout the process to make sure your voice is heard....

Read the Oct. 23 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this issue:

• Free COVID-19 community testing site reopening Oct. 26 in Aurora
• Healthy and Safe Voting Options: Oct. 29 Telephone Town Hall
• Free business recovery conference starts next week
• Tri-County Health issues new public health order
• Oil and...

Free COVID-19 community testing site reopening Oct. 26 in Aurora

Responding to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases statewide, Arapahoe County CARES is working with the City of Aurora and the Tri-County Health Department to open additional free COVID-19 testing sites in Aurora, part of a continued effort to make free tes...

Rising COVID-19 numbers jeopardize Arapahoe County’s Safer at Home Level 1 status

Tri-County Health Department issues an Emergency Public Health Order to help suppress the virus

In response to recent increases in COVID-19 case rates and related data, the Tri-County Health Department, in coordination with Arapahoe County and its 13 munic...

A Conversation with Commissioner Kathleen Conti on Oct. 22

Join District 1 Arapahoe County Commissioner Kathleen Conti for a virtual event on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 5:30 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Conti will provide ...

A Conversation with Commissioner Bill L. Holen on Oct. 20

Join District 5 Arapahoe County Commissioner Bill L. Holen for a virtual event on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Holen will provide updat...

Read the Oct. 16 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this issue:

• Tri-County Health Department’s guidelines for small gatherings
• How to cast your ballot and stay healthy in the 2020 election
• Join Conversations with Commissioners Bill Holen and Kathleen Conti next week
• Roundup: County res...

Tri-County Health Department’s guidelines for small gatherings

Now that the weather is cooling and the holidays are approaching, public health officials are urging us to be more vigilant than ever about following the practices that have proven to be the most effective measures in slowing the spread of COVID.

The Tri-C...

How to cast your ballot and stay healthy in the 2020 election

With competing headlines and an avalanche of social media posts about the General Election and COVID-19 dominating our attention, many of us have concerns about staying healthy as we prepare t...

Update on COVID and Schools: Telephone Town Hall Q&A

Officials from Arapahoe County school districts, the Tri-County Health Dept. and AllHealth Network will offer the latest information and lessons learned about school reopenings and what to expect this fall.

Thursday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m.

At the time of the eve...

Read the Oct. 9 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Rise in COVID incidence rates prompts implementation of Arapahoe County’s mitigation plan
• Join Commissioner Jeff Baker on Wednesday, Oct. 14 
• Arapahoe County announces round 2 of pandemic business assistance gr...

Adams, Arapahoe, and Douglas counties must reduce COVID-19 numbers or face tighter restrictions

As a result of rising numbers of infections, Tri-County Health Department (TCHD) warns that Adams, Arapahoe, and Douglas counties are each at risk of moving to a more restrictive level in Colorado’s COVID-19 Dial, which could include reduced cap...

A Conversation with Commissioner Jeff Baker, District 3

Arapahoe County Commissioner Jeff Baker, District 3, invites you to join him to get updates on County business and participate in a discussion about oil and gas development and other projects affecting his district’s residents.

Wednesday, Oct. 14...

Columbus Day building closures

In observance of the federal holiday, County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12. 

Please have a safe long weekend: Be smart. Mask up. Mind your distance.

Rise in COVID incidence rates prompts implementation of Arapahoe County’s mitigation plan

A recent increase in Arapahoe County’s COVID incidence rates has forced the County to implement its mitigation plan for controlling the spread of the virus. Over the past few weeks, the County has been in Level 1 of the State’s Safer at Home public health...

Read the Oct. 2 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• New Mondays-only rapid-testing site to open Oct. 5 in Aurora
• Arapahoe County recognized for performance management leadership
• Arapahoe County develops new strategic plan
• 17 Mile House Farm Park is great for family explorers!
• County...

New Mondays-only rapid-testing site to open Oct. 5 in Aurora

Although certain area COVID testing sites will soon close, other options are still available, and Arapahoe County officials urge everyone who needs a test to take advantage of these free options.

COVID-19 testing at the community-based site at the Aurora S...

Arapahoe County recognized for performance management leadership

The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) has recognized Arapahoe County for its commitment to data-driven government management and reporting with a Certificate of Distinction in Performance Management.

“Performance management is a bedro...

Oil and gas virtual public meeting set for Oct. 7

Join the conversation with County staff to discuss the draft Oil and Gas regulations. This has been an ongoing, open feedback process with County residents and stakeholders. New regulations are now drafted for your input. The County is committed to balanc...

From windmills to bat houses, 17 Mile House Farm Park is great for family explorers!

17 Mile House Farm Park, located at 8181 S. Parker Road in Centennial, is an incredible place for families to wander and explore. While the 155-year-old historic farmhouse is open by appointment only due to COVID, there’s a ton to see and apprec...

Time is running out to complete the 2020 Census!

Time is running out to complete the 2020 Census! The Census is only conducted once a decade, so this information will be used to determine the funding our County gets for things like emergency services, transportation, healthcare, school...

Read the Sept. 25 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition of The County Line:

• Arapahoe County officials urge residents to take advantage of free COVID testing
• County to host Oil and Gas virtual public meeting
• Shred-a-thon event set for Oct. 3
• A roundup of regional bike trails in Arapahoe ...

A roundup of regional bike trails in Arapahoe County

We missed seeing everyone on Bike to Work Day, when Arapahoe County Open Spaces traditionally hosts a breakfast burrito pit stop during the morning commute, but it was still great to see people hitting the trails during 2020 Bike to Wherever Week (Sept. 2...

Overwhelmed? Join our next Telephone Town Hall focusing on dealing with life during COVID-19

Navigating life during the pandemic can be a struggle. Work, illness, kids, school, job loss—it’s easy to become overwhelmed. And if you have questions about how best to manage your mental health during these particularly stressful tim...

Read the Sept. 18 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• New online tool gives quick look at COVID status and recovery 
• Inverness Drive West Bikeway public meeting
• Partnership with Littleton benefits school and entire community
• Last chance: Share your ideas about transportation...

New online tool gives quick look at COVID status and recovery

A new online “dial dashboard” unveiled this week by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) gives local governments and residents the ability to track COVID-19 recovery progress using key metrics. It a...

Arapahoe County officials urge residents to take advantage of free COVID testing

Now that Colorado schools have begun to reopen and Labor Day weekend has passed, public health officials are monitoring COVID case numbers to determine whether we’ll see another spike in infections over the next few weeks.

Such a rise occurred af...

Partnership with Littleton benefits school and entire community

Back to School looks a bit different these days, but at the beginning of the 2019-20 school year students at Field Elementary in Littleton gathered to celebrate an exciting new addition. Littleton Public Schools (LPS), in partnership with the City of Litt...

Read the Sept. 11 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this issue:

• Arapahoe County partners with CU Anschutz on COVID-19 antibodies study 
• Supporting Local Agriculture on the Eastern Plains
• Help develop a new transportation road map for our future
• 2020 Census – the time to respon...

Arapahoe County partners with CU Anschutz on COVID-19 antibodies study

In an effort to better understand how COVID-19 spreads through communities, Arapahoe County is collaborating with the University of Colorado – Anschutz Medical Campus on a COVID-19 Arapahoe SErosurveillance Study (CASES) Project. The project&...

Supporting local agriculture on the eastern plains

Arapahoe County’s Mule Gulch Open Space, located six miles southwest of Byers on the Eastern Plains of Colorado, is one of the County’s largest—and newest—properties. It was acquired in 2017 as part of a large-scale...

A Virtual Conversation with Commissioner Kathleen Conti: Sept. 10

Join District 1 Arapahoe County Commissioner Kathleen Conti for a virtual event on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Conti, with special g...

In need of public assistance?

Be aware of fraudulent websites redirecting people to paid sites. Trust Colorado.gov/PEAK for the free, fast and secure way to access benefit information - anytime and anywhere. Colorado.gov/PEAK is the official state online service for Coloradans to scre...

Read the Sept. 4 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this issue of The County Line:

• Commissioners commemorate Overdose Awareness Day
• Join Commissioner Kathleen Conti on Thursday, Sept. 10
• Fall Gardening Series: Tips from the Pros
• Aurora Sports Park COVID-19 Testing
• Administrative buildings closed ...

Arapahoe County Commissioners commemorate Overdose Awareness Day

One troubling byproduct of the 2020 COVID crisis is its effect on the already daunting opioid problem across the U.S. The American Medical Association (AMA) publicized a series of reports in August that detailed how more than 40 states have reported incre...

Arapahoe County Commissioners urge everyone to be cautious on Labor Day weekend

As the unprecedented summer of 2020 nears an end, we all probably would prefer to use the Labor Day holiday to attend a party and unwind with friends and family. Unfortunately, the still-evolving COVID public health crisis means that our typical late-summ...

Labor Day building closure

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7.

Please have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend: Be smart. Mask up. Mind your distance.

A Virtual Conversation with Commissioner Nancy N. Sharpe: Sept. 3

Join District 2 Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy N. Sharpe for a virtual event on Thursday, Sept. 3 at 7 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Sharpe, with special ...

Read the Aug. 28 edition of The County Line

Headlines from this issue:

• Commissioners urge everyone to be cautious on Labor Day weekend
• Join a virtual conversation with Commissioner Nancy N. Sharpe on Sept. 3
• A wish comes true with Aurora’s inclusive playground
• Get more engaged by applying to ...

A wish comes true with Aurora's inclusive playground

A year ago this week, Arapahoe County Open Spaces joined the City of Aurora, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Aurora Rotary Club, and hundreds of community members to celebrate the grand opening of the City’s first inclusive playground at Red-Tailed Hawk...

Scheduling motor vehicle, recording and voter service appointments a “win-win”

Satisfaction up, wait times down with advance scheduling

Although COVID-19 is changing the way Arapahoe County retailers and service providers do business, it isn’t always clear how well new precautions and systems to keep customers safe are bein...

A Virtual Conversation with Commissioner Jeff Baker on Aug. 27

Join District 3 Arapahoe County Commissioner Jeff Baker for a virtual event on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m.This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Baker, with special guest ...

Read the August 21 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition of The County Line:

• COVID trends in Arapahoe County are moving in the right direction
• Join a virtual conversation with Commissioner Jeff Baker on Aug. 27 (CORRECTION: The Special Guest listed for Commissioner Jeff Baker&...

Recent COVID trends in Arapahoe County are moving in the right direction

Over the past several weeks we’ve encouraged all area residents and visitors to continue observing the COVID-prevention public health orders and best practices that the state and the Tri-County Health Department have installed. Failure to do so,...

Pictures on the Plains treats residents to a (safe) night out

Earlier this month, Arapahoe County residents were treated to a night out under the stars with a pair of movie events that brought more than 300 attendees to the Fairgrounds for Pictures on the Plains. The free events treated guests to a local band and mo...

That mask wearing everyone is talking about? It's helping.

Thanks to your dedication to wearing masks, maintaining social distancing and washing your hands, our positive COVID case numbers are headed in the right direction—down! In fact, 96% of Arapahoe County residents and visitors have been wearing fa...

Read the Aug. 14 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• Arapahoe County Commissioners approve new position to support local veterans 
• New COVID-19 community testing site at Aurora Sports Park
• Get your kids the new #YouthACOS Adventure Workbook today!
• Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) is no...

Arapahoe County Commissioners approve new position to support local veterans

One-year pilot program jointly funded with Adams County and City of Aurora

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an agreement that will create a new Veterans Service Officer po...

PEAK Chatbot adds features to get you quick answers

The Colorado Program Eligibility and Application Kit (PEAK) has everything you need to learn about public assistance programs, such as medical, food, cash, and early childhood assistance.

And now, no matter your schedule, the new PEAK Chatbot is ready 24/7...

Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) is now available in Colorado

Pandemic EBT, or P-EBT, provides food-purchasing assistance to families with children who are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals and attend a school that participates in the National School Lunch Program. This benefit is being distributed bec...

New COVID-19 community testing site coming to Aurora Sports Park

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A new community-based COVID-19 testing site is now open in Aurora at the 250-acre Aurora Sports Park, 19300 E. Colfax Ave.

Drive-up testing is available for free to any individual who wants to be tested, especially for those who...

Get your kids the new #YouthACOS Adventure Workbook today!

Do you have kids at home or work with kids who need something to do, have something to say, or want to learn more about Arapahoe County Open Spaces? Well, we have just the activity to get them (and maybe you) into the great outdoors. 

Download our...

Keep up the great work, Arapahoe!

Thank you to everyone helping to keep our COVID numbers headed in the right direction—down! We have made significant declines in case rates–a nearly 50% reduction since July 27. Plus, mask/face covering wearing is up to 93% across the ...

A Virtual Conversation with Commissioner Bill L. Holen on Aug. 12

Join District 5 Arapahoe County Commissioner Bill L. Holen for a virtual event on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Holen, with special gu...

Headlines from the August 7 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from The County Line:

• County Commissioners resume Conversation events virtually 
• UPDATE: County receives one-week extension on variance 
• Arapahoe County Open Spaces releases annual report
• Denver Water’s Lead Reduction Pro...

A Virtual Conversation with Commissioner Nancy Jackson on Aug. 10

Join District 4 Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy Jackson for a virtual event on Monday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m.

This year has presented unique challenges, but the planning and management for critical services never stops. Commissioner Jackson, with special gue...

Candidate information session

On Tuesday, Aug. 4, members of the Board of County Commissioners, elected officials and County department heads held a virtual information session for those interested in running for countywide office in the November election. This was an opportunity for ...

Arapahoe County Open Spaces releases annual report

Arapahoe County is fortunate to have strong support from our community – voters, municipalities, recreation districts, nonprofits and businesses alike – which allows us to invest millions of dollars annually in the outdoors through our...

Let’s Talk Transportation

Aug. 5 virtual public meeting kicks-off 2040 Transportation Master Plan

When you want to go on a road trip, what do you do first? You pick a destination, for sure, then you begin planning on how to get there. You look at maps and guides, you consult with y...

New and improved park reopens in Byers

On July 25, 2020, the town of Byers celebrated the grand reopening of the Byers Community Park. Since 2013, Arapahoe County Open Spaces has granted Byers Park and Recreation District a total of nearly $400,000 in planning and construction funds to create ...

Read the July 31 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this week’s edition:

• Residents, visitors and businesses must reduce COVID rates or risk losing variance
• Congrats to our 4-H youth!
• Make a difference; Become an election judge
• Shoppers for Seniors needed
• Help shape the future of transpo...

Denver Water’s Lead Reduction Program has begun

Have you recently received a new water pitcher in the mail? For that you can thank Denver Water. The agency serves about 1.5 million people in the metro area and began rolling out its Lead Reduction Program in late-July.

The 15-year program identifies&...

County Commissioners resume Conversation events virtually

When 2020 started, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners launched a series of quarterly town halls to better engage with our residents. These in-person events, called Conversations with a Commissioner, featured a Board member and a guest or two speak...

Arapahoe County residents, visitors and businesses must reduce COVID rates or risk losing variance

Last week, Arapahoe County filed a mitigation plan with the State of Colorado as a result of the recent rise in COVID positivity rates in the County. The increase jeopardized the variance that the Colorado Department of Public Health and...

Workforce Development & Recovery: Telephone Town Hall Q&A

Join representatives from Arapahoe County, A/D Works!, and Tri-County Health Dept. on July 30 at 7 p.m. to get your questions answered.

Thursday’s Telephone Town Hall will focus on employment resources and training available to job seekers, and a...

Join us for Pictures on the Plains, August 5!

You’re invited to spend a family night under the stars at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds on August 5! Bring a picnic, games, blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a FREE movie (Moana) and concert.

Reserve your social-distanced “pod&...

You’re invited to Walk FOR the Canal!

Read the July 24 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from the July 24 Edition of The County Line:

• County businesses asked to increase compliance to maintain COVID-related variance
• Join the conversation: Transportation Master Planning public meeting planned
• Newest County park opens to the public
• Webina...

Commissioners opt out of Tri-County Health mask order in eastern Arapahoe County

After weighing all options and considering city decisions, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners approved opting out of the Tri-County Health Department’s recent mask order for unincorporated areas of the County east of Watkins Road. This d...

County businesses asked to increase compliance to maintain COVID-related variance

Arapahoe County has begun sending letters to industries that were included under the variance that the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) granted to qualifying Arapahoe County industries on June 29.

A key stipulation of the varian...

Back to Business Webinar: Restaurant Edition

Attention restaurant owners and managers! The coronavirus isn’t going away any time soon, and we want to make sure your restaurant is able to weather the storm.

Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24, 9:30 a.m. for a special restaurant-focused webinar...

Arapahoe County unveils CARES Act relief plan

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution authorizing distribution of the approximately $114.5 million the County received from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The funds will be used to bol...

Arapahoe County unveils small business relief plan

CARES program funding will help businesses affected by COVID-19

Application deadline extended to August 1, 2020.

Recognizing the impact the COVID-19 crisis has had on small and medium-size businesses, the Arapahoe County CARES Program is launching ...

Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office releases 2019 Annual Report

CENTENNIAL – The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has released its 2019 Annual Report. It’s now available for review HERE.

The report comes a year and a half after Sheriff Tyler Brown took office and highlights some of the acc...

Read the July 17 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition of The County Line:

• Commissioners urge safe practices after Governor’s statewide mask order
• Open Space awards grants to 9 local jurisdictions
• Respond to the 2020 Census online! Door-to-door interviewing starts in August
• H...

Arapahoe County Commissioners urge safe practices after Governor’s statewide mask order

On Thursday, Governor Polis issued an executive order that mandates mask-wearing throughout Colorado for anyone ages 10 and up. The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners would like to remind residents that adhering to best practices—including s...

Arapahoe County awards Open Space grants to 9 local jurisdictions

A total of $3.43 million in grants will fund playground, park and trail improvements

On Tuesday, July 14, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners announced grant awards ranging from $28,000 to $500,000 to local cities, towns and recreation districts as ...

Arapahoe County Humans Services receives C-Stat honor for fourth straight year

At a time when delivering relief to vulnerable populations has never been more critical, Arapahoe County Human Services has been recognized by the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) for its C-Stat Distinguished Performance.

This honor goes to cou...

Aurora Motor Vehicle Office closes temporarily after employee tests positive for COVID-19

Arapahoe County will temporarily close its Aurora Motor Vehicle Office from Wednesday, July 15 through Friday, July 17, after the county confirmed one employee tested positive for COVID-19 and...

It’s not too late to respond to the 2020 Census online!

To complete the Census, visit 2020census.gov and remember that your response will help shape public services like healthcare clinics, emergency response preparedness and education programs.

We strongly encourage residents to respond to the 2020 Census onli...

Newest County park opens to the public

The long-awaited Long’s Pine Grove, a 2.8-acre park in the Four Square Mile neighborhood of unincorporated Arapahoe County, opened to the public on July 15. Our Open Spaces team gave Commissioners Jeff Baker and Kathleen Conti an impromptu sneak...

Back-to-School Telephone Town Hall Q&A event

July 16 at 7 p.m.: Back-to-School Telephone Town Hall

Officials from Arapahoe County school districts and the Tri-County Health Dept. will answer questions about the latest plans for the fall term.

At the time of the event, listen in and ask your question b...

Read the July 10 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from the July 10 Edition of The County Line

• State, County see record turnout in June 30 election
• Impact Your Space: Take the Open Spaces Master Plan Survey
• Staff Performs Life- and Property-Saving Measures in Byers
• Back-to-School Telephone Town Hall...

Impact your space

Arapahoe County Open Spaces is asking residents to take the online Open Spaces Master Plan survey to share their thoughts about the future of County parks, trails and open spaces. It should take no more than 15 minutes to complete and can be taken anytime...

Read the July 1 Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• CDPHE approves Arapahoe County variance request with amendments
• Court ruling confirms actions of Arapahoe County Assessor
• STRIDE Community Health Center offers COVID-19 testing
• Happy 4th of July; County buildings closed on Friday
• G...

CDPHE approves Arapahoe County variance request with amendments

Decision should allow increased indoor capacity as local businesses reopen

On Monday, June 29, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) approved Arapahoe County’s recent request for a variance from Public Health Order 20-2...

Independence Day (Observed) - County Offices Closed Friday, July 3

In observance of the July 4th holiday, County administrative buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3. 

Please have a safe and happy Independence Day. 

Read the June 26 Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• County unveils small business relief plan
• Rental and mortgage assistance for COVID-related income loss offered
• Vote Safe. Vote Now.
• Respect the Burn Ban - No fireworks allowed
• Get the latest info on available resources for: employm...

Arapahoe County offers rental and mortgage assistance for COVID-related income loss

With the goal of keeping families in their homes during the coronavirus crisis and related transitions, Arapahoe County has rolled out a new Rental and Mortgage Assistance Program (RMAP) to households that have experienced income loss directly re...

Court ruling confirms actions of Arapahoe County Assessor

Assessor correctly applying state law in calculating and allocating base and increment valuations in tax increment financing areas

A recent court ruling in support of the Arapahoe County Assessor affirms the Assessor’s Office is correctly applyin...

June 25 Telephone Town Hall to focus on new state health orders and safe voting

Join us Thursday, June 25 at 7 p.m. for our next Telephone Town Hall Q&A event. Get your questions answered about new State guidelines as well as health protections in place for the June 30 state primary election. 

As COVID-19 numbers continue...

Read the June 19 Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

•   $15 million Shareback program helps protect and expand recreation projects throughout Arapahoe County 
•   Arapahoe County making operational improvements throughout the organization
•   Commissi...

Commissioner Holen makes aerial delivery of PPE to Grand Junction hospitals

Arapahoe County Commissioner Bill Holen, a licensed pilot, recently flew across the state with El Paso County Commissioner Stan VanderWerf to deliver about 500 pounds of much-needed personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical and cleaning suppli...

Arapahoe County making operational improvements throughout the organization

The elected officials, department leaders and employees of Arapahoe County are unified in our goal to improve efficiency and streamline operations wherever possible. Even though the COVID pandemic and resulting shutdowns forced the County to use online ap...

$15 million Shareback program helps protect and expand recreation projects throughout County

Annual funding helps municipal budgets hit hard by COVID-19

 This month, Arapahoe County Open Spaces distributed $15.7 million in Shareback funds to 12 incorporated cities and towns to support local parks, trails and open space p...

Temporary Detour on Cherry Creek Trail between South Quebec and East Iliff

A portion of the Cherry Creek Trail between South Quebec Street and just south of East Iliff Avenue will be closed for construction as part of the Cherry Creek Restoration Project starting June 15 – July 6 (approximately three weeks, weather pen...

Read the June 12 Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

•   County Commissioners’ statement on George Floyd protests, next steps
•   Arapahoe County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards announce 2020 winners
•   County Commissioners request variance for...

Arapahoe County Commissioners request variance for certain industries

Citing encouraging trends, ample hospital capacity, and a robust suppression plan for containing the spread of COVID-19, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners submitted a request today to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPH...

Sheriff's headquarters building reopens after flooding

The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s building in Centennial is cleaned up from the recent flooding and the lobby will be back open for business on Thursday, June 11 at 7 a.m.Please note: we are open for fingerprinting and concealed handgun permits ONLY...

Arapahoe County Commissioners’ statement on George Floyd protests, next steps

The recent George Floyd killing and the resulting protests have only exacerbated the stress and uncertainty we’ve all experienced in the past several months. The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has always tried to serve, protect, apprecia...

Arapahoe County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards announce 2020 winners

The 20 winners of the 2020 Arapahoe County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards (ACMCYA) have been announced. These annual scholarships recognize local high school seniors who have overcome personal adversity and have created positive change in their liv...

Curbside Pickup Offers New & Replacement Ballots For Voters in the Colorado Primary Election

On June 30, 2020, Arapahoe County will hold a state primary election, which will determine the U.S. Senate nominees for each political party as well as nominees for state offices and Arapahoe County commissioner. Nominated candidates from each political p...

Sheriff’s office headquarters suffers flooding and water damage from overnight rainstorm

CENTENNIAL – The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Headquarters in Centennial has suffered flooding and severe water damage after last night’s heavy rainstorm. The roof of the building sustained damage due to the heavy winds o...

What does “Safer at Home” look like for your business?

Are masks required for businesses to reopen? What does social distancing look like in a retail establishment? What business support is available?

Join us Thursday, June 11, from 2-3 p.m. for a Business Roundtable discussion with the Tri-County Health Depar...

Read the June 5 Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

•   County approves resolution to permit outdoor dining exceptions in unincorporated areas
•   There’s still time to claim your economic impact stimulus check
•   Arapahoe Clerk and Recorder focused...

Arapahoe County approves resolution to permit outdoor dining exceptions in unincorporated areas

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has approved a resolution that will allow qualified restaurants, bars and other retail food or beverage businesses in unincorporated Arapahoe County to expand their service areas for temporary outdoor accommodati...

Churches, gyms, playgrounds, pools and more can reopen under new guidelines

Yesterday, Gov. Jared Polis announced that the state is shifting to a new phase: Safer at Home and in the Vast, Great Outdoors.

This new phase, effective immediately, offers new guidelines for several key areas including Places of Worship, Personal Recreat...

Arapahoe Clerk and Recorder focused on ballot integrity and voter safety heading into elections

As we make our way through the COVID crisis, many people are wondering how they’ll be able to vote safely this year, and how we’ll ensure the integrity of our elections. These concerns are even more pronounced given that 2020 is a Pres...

There’s still time to claim your economic impact stimulus check

Arapahoe County Human Services urges public assistance recipients to secure their federal Coronavirus stimulus payments, and here’s how.

It is not too late to receive your economic im...

June 4 Telephone Town Hall: Kids and COVID-19

Join us Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m. for an update about the latest developments in the COVID public health crisis.

This event will have a special focus on child- and education-related issues families will face through the summer and into the fall, and state...

Read the May 29 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this edition:

• June 3 Business Roundtable: What does "Safer at Home" look like for your business?
• Inspirational Gomez family recognized during Foster Care Month
• Next Telephone Town Hall set for June 4; focus on child- and education-re...

What does “Safer at Home” look like for your business?

Are masks required for businesses to reopen? What does social distancing look like in a retail establishment? What business support is available?

Join us Wednesday, June 3, from 2-3 p.m. for a Business Roundtable discussion with the Tri-County Health Depar...

Help craft the future of your parks, trails and open spaces

Since its inception in 2003, the Arapahoe County Open Spaces Program has built more than 73 miles of new trails, supported more than 160 park and trailhead projects, and conserved more than 31,000 acres of open space. In order to keep this legacy alive an...

Arapahoe County PWD celebrates National Public Works week

At a time when a lot of other work is on hold, our “road and bridge” crews are still at it. This takes on special meaning this week, the 60^th annual National Public Works Week. This year’s theme is “the Rhythm of Pu...

Read the May 22 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition of The County Line:

• Arapahoe County unveils CARES Act relief plan; County to share $51.5 million with 13 communities
• County facilities begin reopening to the public
• The 2020 Arapahoe County Fair has been canceled; virtual ...

Building closures for Memorial Day

In observance of Memorial Day, Arapahoe County administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, May 25.

2020 Arapahoe County Fair canceled due to COVID-19 impacts

Plans for a limited 4-H event are still being developed

After weighing all economic and public health and safety considerations, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has decided to cancel the 2020 Arapahoe County Fair that had been scheduled for late...

Arapahoe County Guidance: Reopening facilities video

Arapahoe County Guidance: Reopening Facilities is the second in a series of videos created to help residents understand new safety guidelines as restrictions change.

This video offers an overview of the guidelines and safety measures being put in place at ...

COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall: The road to reopening

Join us Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. for our next Telephone Town Hall and get your questions answered.

Have questions about the County’s reopening plans? Need clarification on when to wear a mask and where? What’s allowable with the big w...

Read the May 15 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition:

•   Arapahoe County to begin reopening some facilities to the public 
•   Food assistance always available to those in need
•   Safer at Home video offers guidance for next phase of COVID bat...

Statewide remembrance virtual event for those lost to COVID-19

On Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m., Governor Polis is encouraging everyone to honor and remember the more than 1,000 Coloradan that we have lost to COVID-19. This coincides with the national Peace Officers Memorial Day, which the state will commemorate ...

Arapahoe County to begin reopening some facilities to the public

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners is pleased to begin reopening its facilities to the public on Monday, May 18. All County facilities have been closed since late-March due to the coronavirus health crisis, but conditions have improved enough that...

County facilities begin reopening to the public

On May 18, Arapahoe County welcomed residents back to some buildings and facilities, with numerous health and safety measures in place. County facilities had been closed to the public since late-March, during which time most employees have been working re...

The 2020 Arapahoe County Fair has been canceled; virtual 4-H details being discussed

After weighing all economic and public health and safety considerations, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has decided to cancel the 2020 Arapahoe County Fair that had been scheduled for July 23-26. The County is finalizing details of hosting a l...

Safer at Home video offers guidance for next phase of COVID battle

Even though we’ve completed the state’s stay at home public health order, we’re still facing certain restrictions under the state’s safer at home order. Both orders are designed to prevent the spread of the coronavi...

Arapahoe County to begin reopening County facilities to the public on May 18

Visits will be by appointment only, with new health and safety protocols in place

 On Monday, May 18, Arapahoe County will begin reopening its facilities to the public after being closed since ...

Read the May 7 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition of The County Line:

•   Understanding the new Safer-at-Home public health order
•   Kaiser Permanente reclassifies human services caseworkers as first responders during COVID crisis
•   CSU Extension c...

All County buildings remain closed to the public

Although some businesses have reopened under the new Safer at Home guidelines, Arapahoe County buildings remain closed to the public as we continue to put safety measures in place.  

Safety measures include retrofitting public points of contact wi...

Kaiser Permanente reclassifies human services caseworkers as first responders during COVID crisis

Kaiser Permanente, the primary health care provider for Arapahoe County employees, has agreed that Human Services’ child and adult protective service workers should be reclassified because of their high risk of coronavirus transmission to vulner...

CSU Extension continues Master Gardener program with appropriate health measures

One revelation the COVID-19 crisis has produced is heightened awareness of the fragility of our food supply. The Colorado Master Gardener^sm program at Colorado State University Extension has been using this time off to develop protocols for safe ...

Understanding the new Safer-at-Home public health order

Beginning this weekend, Arapahoe County residents and businesses will be under the state’s Safer-at-Home public health order. This order replaces the Stay-at-Home order that has been in place throughout April and allows for the gradual opening o...

Tri-County Health Department Moving to Governor Polis’ Safer at Home May 9

Businesses will be able to open at lower density and following best practices

Tri-County Health Department (TCHD), along with other Denver Metro health departments, will allow its Stay-at-Home order to expire May 8 at midnight for Adams and Arapahoe counti...

May 7 Telephone Town Hall: The transition to Safer at Home guidelines

When should you wear a face covering in public? When can you get your hair cut? Are playgrounds still closed? As we transition to the Safer at Home public health guidelines, we know you’ll have questions so we’ve invited Tri-County Hea...

Read the May 1 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition of The County Line:

•   Arapahoe County Commissioners urge residents, businesses to comply with updated guidelines
•   Help us envision the future of Open Spaces
•   Human Services helps family adopt f...

Arapahoe County Commissioners urge residents, businesses to comply with updated guidelines

We know these are challenging and confusing times. Now that the calendar is turning to May, we’ve seen some changes in the public health orders that we lived with through April. We applaud everyone for doing their best to comply with guidelines ...

Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners' statement on Tri-County extension

The Tri-County Health Department has the legal authority to issue, modify or withdraw all public health orders in Adams, Arapahoe and Douglas counties. The data that Tri-County provided about the COVID-19 situation in Arapahoe County indicates that the sp...

Select social media accounts transitioning effective May 1

If you have been following the County on social media, Thank You! We truly appreciate your engagement. But we wanted to alert you to some upcoming changes. The decision has been made to retire several social media accounts associated with the County.

Effec...

Tri-County Health Dept. issues guidelines for curbside and delivery service

The Stay-at-Home public health order remains in place for Arapahoe County residents until May 8, but certain businesses may offer curbside and delivery service starting April 27.

Arapahoe County retail businesses may begin offering curbside pickup and deli...

Read the April 24 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition of The County Line:

•   Arapahoe County Commissioners offer guidance and updates about COVID-related shutdowns
•   Recognizing the 1,200+ volunteers who support every aspect of our community
•   Applic...

Adams and Arapahoe County to be under Stay at Home orders until May 8

Tri-County Health Department’s Board of Health directs executive director to develop Public Health Orders extending Gov. Polis Stay at Home order with few exceptions

Tri-County Health Department will be extending Gov. Polis Stay at Home order unt...

April 23 Telephone Town Hall: Navigating the Road to Recovery

On Thursday, April 23 at 7 p.m., during our next Telephone Town Hall, we’ll discuss the road to recovery. 

What will the new normal look like and what things need to be in place for business and government to reopen? What resources are a...

Arapahoe County invites non-profits to apply for 2021 Aid to Agencies grants

Funds available in 2021 for human services, health, and crisis aid organizations

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners is seeking grant applications from human services, health and wellness, and crisis intervention agencies for its 2021 Aid to ...

Read the April 17 Special Weekly Edition of The County Line

Headlines from this Special Edition of The County Line:

•   Arapahoe County Fairgrounds transformed into alternate care medical facility
•   Next Telephone Town Hall set for Thursday, April 23
•   Arapahoe/Douglas Works! virtual workshop...

Ballots from local districts arriving in mailboxes soon

You may be receiving a ballot in the mail soon. It’s likely from your local fire or parks and rec district. Or maybe it’s from your local metro district about a bond issue. 

Be aware these ballots are NOT sent nor collected by ...

How Arapahoe County is addressing housing and homelessness during the COVID crisis

Although the coronavirus public health effects are being felt by literally everyone, they’re hitting our most vulnerable populations the hardest. In response to this, various Arapahoe County departments, jurisdictions and ancillary entities are ...

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! virtual workshops help minimize the impact of job loss

The mission of Arapahoe/Douglas Works! (ADW) has always been to provide employment training and assistance to those who need it most. In light of the recent wave of layoffs and unemployment filings in the area (see chart), the agency has begun offering Ra...

Arapahoe County Commissioners offer guidance and updates about COVID-related shutdowns

Now that Governor Polis has replaced his earlier stay at home public health order with a phased-in plan commonly known as “Safer at Home,” the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners is continuing to evaluate the best available data abo...

Arapahoe County 4-H creates a Virtual Exchange Program

The hallmark of any 4-H program is its educational component. Now Arapahoe County 4-H is making the most of the current COVID restrictions by developing a 4-H Virtual Exchange Program with Maury County, Tennessee, near Nashville.

The weekly program uses th...

Arapahoe County Fairgrounds transformed into alternate care medical facility

The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds have been converted to a tier 4 alternate care facility for COVID-19 patients to help alleviate crowding at regional hospitals. The temporary facility will host cases that don’t require acute or critical care. Upo...

The County Line: Special Weekly Edition—April 10

Note: During the COVID-19 Pandemic The County Line will have weekly updates

In this Special Edition of The County Line:

• A special "Thank you" to all of the front line workers from the County Commissioners 
• During National Child Abuse Preve...

The Ticker: Updated News and COVID Information

Even though we’re all figuratively frozen in place, there still are plenty of new developments unfolding across Arapahoe County and throughout Colorado. The Ticker will provide new or updated information as it arises. This week’s editi...

Arapahoe County observes National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Arapahoe County observes National Child Abuse Prevention Month, rallying support for families during Stay-at-Home order

As the critical need for government-subsidized food, cash and me...

County extends closure of county facilities to the public indefinitely due to COVID-19

Essential county services will continue during closure 

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners has announced that all county facilities will remain closed to the public indefinitely, in accordance wit...

COVID-19 virtual town hall with mental and public health experts set for Tuesday, April 7

The April 7 event will provide the latest coronavirus news and best practices from AllHealth Network and the Aurora Mental Health Center

On Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m., Douglas and Arapahoe counties will host a COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall with Tri-County He...

The County Line: Special Weekly Edition—April 3

In this Special Edition of The County Line:

• County Commissioners provide guidance during COVID crisis
• Next Telephone Town Hall focuses on mental and public health; Set for Tuesday, April 7
• Get the latest information on available resources regarding: employme...

Human Services Fulfilling its Mission During Health Crisis

Arapahoe County’s Human Services department wants everyone to know that its need-based services are still available to all qualified citizens during the coronavirus crisis. The department’s employees have continued to perform their dut...

Resources and assistance available during COVID-19

We know this is a confusing and uncertain time, especially if you’re experiencing job loss, food insecurity, financial stress or anxiety about your family’s health. So we’ve put together a list of resources that can help with...

The guidelines are pretty simple: Stay Home. Save Lives.

We all are part of the solution to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Ask yourself, "Is this trip really essential?" Staying home now will help restore our communities as quickly as possible. 

These are the simple guidelines: Stay at home ex...

Social workers among the ‘essential’, continue services amid stay-at-home order

Aurora, Colo., March 27, 2020 – Arapahoe County child and adult protection workers have stepped up health protection protocols to help slow the spread of COVID-19&a...

The County Line: Special Weekly Edition—March 26

In this Special Weekly Edition of The County Line:

• Arapahoe County Board weighs in on the statewide Stay at Home order
• COVID-19 updates from expert sources and available resources for employment, business, low-income, seniors and volunteering
• Stay-at-Home Ac...

Stay-at-Home Activities

Although we may not be health experts, we understand the value of getting away from the news and taking time to unwind with family and friends. In this technological era there are more ways to do that virtually than ever before, and these are some of our ...

Metro Denver Public Health Departments Rescind Stay at Home Public Health Orders; Adopt State Order

Statement: Metro Denver Public Health Departments Rescind Stay at Home Public Health Orders; Adopt State Order

Boulder County Public Health, Jefferson County Public Health and Tri-County Health Department applaud Gov. Polis and the Colorado Department of P...

Arapahoe County Board on the Statewide Stay-at-Home Order

After Governor Polis issued his stay-at-home order on Wednesday, March 25, the Tri-County Health Department responded to this development by rescinding its own public health order on March 26.

All residents should consider the Governor’s order to...

Three Metro Denver Public Health Departments Issue Stay-At-Home Orders

View PDF version of this press releaseView PDF version of the Stay-At-Home Public Health Order

Three Metro Denver Public Health Departments Issue Stay-At-Home Orders to Stop the Spread of COVID-19

Jefferson County, Colo. — Three public health depa...

Arapahoe County extends closure of county facilities to the public through April 17

March 23, 2020—The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners has announced that all county facilities will remain closed to the public effective through at least April 17, 2020. This closure is designed to help curb the spread of COVID-19, a...

Arapahoe County Treasurer Grants 30-day Waiver of Delinquent Interest

On March 20, 2020, Governor Polis signed an Executive Order granting County Treasurers the authority to waive delinquent interest on late tax payments. This Executive Order will remain in effect for 30 days, until April 20, 2020. Based on this Executive O...

Cash relief activated for Arapahoe County families in need

Arapahoe County families experiencing economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic may qualify for short-term, state-sponsored financial assistance to help them through the crisis.

Beginning immediately, families may apply for the Colorado Works County E...

The County Line: Special Edition

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners shares a message with residents about COVID-19 in this Special Edition of The County Line. 

Also:

• Tonight’s COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall has been POSTPONED until March 24
• How coronavirus closures ...

Tonight's Telephone Town Hall rescheduled for Tuesday, March 24

Due to the spring blizzard hitting the Front Range and the impact it has on our emergency responders, tonight’s COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall is being rescheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience and hop...

Arapahoe, Adams and Douglas counties to host COVID-19 virtual town hall with Tri-County Health Dept.

Telephone Town Hall Rescheduled 

Due to the spring blizzard hitting the Front Range and the impact it has on our emergency responders, tonight’s COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall is being rescheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. We apologi...

County closes county facilities to the public — March 17-27

Arapahoe County closes county facilities to the public from March 17-27 due to COVID-19 concerns

Employees expected to report to work Tuesday; essential county services will continue during closure

Littleton, CO—March 16, 2020&am...

County service updates and resource center

Concern about the coronavirus (COVID-19) is understandable and appropriate. Arapahoe County and its partners are closely monitoring the situation for the safety of our residents and employees.

For updates on County operations, temporary service changes, an...

Arapahoe County issues emergency declaration to manage COVID-19 response

Arapahoe County today issued a local emergency declaration to unlock resources, organize county response strategies and provide additional assistance for municipalities that are dealing with COVID-19, the coronavirus.

To date, Arapahoe County has six presu...

Skip the lines and drive time by accessing Colorado PEAK online

Arapahoe County Department of Human Services wants to make sure the public is aware of available resources in place to help keep the community healthy and safe during the CORVID-19 outbreak across the nation. Everyone has a role to play to prevent the spr...

Counties to host live COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall, March 11

Residents and business owners are invited to submit questions to Tri-County Health, in advance of and during live virtual meeting. 

On Wednesday, March 11, 7– 8:30 p.m., Douglas, Adams and Arapahoe Counties will host a joint COVID-19 Vir...

The County Line: March 2020

The March issue of The County Line monthly newsletter is out! Catch up on the news including: a county update on the coronavirus and virtual town hall, senior tax exemption awareness, countdown to the 2020 Census, and fiscal and policy discussions for 202...

Learn what to expect for the Census 2020 count!

The census helps shape our future, so it’s imperative that we get an accurate count in 2020!

Look for an invitation letter from the U.S. Census Bureau to be hitting mailboxes between March 12-20. It will include instructions on how to complete th...

November proposal for public comment on VSPCs

Coronavirus: Just the facts

Avoid the hearsay and rumors. The Tri-County Health Department has a dedicated web page outlining facts and updates concerning COVID-19. 

• Current updates
• Prevention and preparedness
• Travel advisories
• HelpLine information
• Fact sheets in English, Spanis...

The Role of County Commissioners - by Jeff Baker

Many people ask us: “What do county commissioners do?” A complete answer would require more space than we have here, but I’ll try to summarize some of our authorities, duties and responsibilities.

• First, the Arapahoe County Co...

AC Commissioners attend annual NACo conference in DC

Immediately after finishing up their annual Leadership Workshop at home, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners flew to Washington DC during the first week of March for the 2020 National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference. The event...

Commissioners discuss fiscal, policy agendas for 2020

Each year, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners meets with elected officials and department directors for a Leadership Workshop. The two-day gathering for 2020 focused its discussions on the budgetary conditions and limitations Arapahoe County will ...

What to know about the senior tax exemption

As April 15 nears, you’re probably gathering your tax documents and receipts, and setting up appointments with your tax preparer. Although this can be a stressful time of year for any taxpayer, seniors (and disabled veterans) should be aware tha...

Help the County achieve accuracy in the critically important 2020 Census count

Volunteers will be essential in reaching hard-to-count populations and will be stationed at strategic sites between mid-march and July. They’ll encourage citizens to engage in the census, answer basic Census 2020 questions, and provide simple te...

Governor Polis appoints Commissioner Holen to Air Quality Board

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has named Arapahoe County Commissioner Bill Holen to the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) Board of Directors. The RAQC has been the lead air quality planning agency for the Denver metro area since its establishment in 1989...

Arapahoe County Coronavirus Update

As media, elected officials, and the general public across the globe seek timely information about and wrestle with the potential impact of the COVID-19, or coronavirus, outbreak that originated in China, it’s vitally important that the public k...

Arapahoe County Clerk Joan Lopez thanks voters and staff for a strong primary

As Colorado’s election judges continue counting ballots from the state’s first Presidential Primary Election in 20 years, Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder Joan Lopez would like to thank all who participated.

“We were pleased...

Election results for Arapahoe County

View the Arapahoe County results for the March 3 Presidential Primary Election. Results will continue being updated and are considered unofficial until the full count is completed and certified.

Read on...

Step back to the 1800s at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

This Saturday, March 7, kids can enjoy crafts, make pinwheels, and learn the windmill’s history. It’s fun for the whole family!

Visit the 17 Mile House Farm Park, a 155-year old farm, which served as an important resting stop for pionee...

Monday brings change to two MVexpress kiosk locations

Effective Monday, March 2 our Motor Vehicle kiosks at the Clerk and Recorder branches in Littleton (5334 S. Prince St.) and Centennial (6954 S. Lima St.) will no longer accept cash. The kiosks will, however, continue to accept check, credit card/debit car...

Meet Marilyn, the embodiment of the ballot process

As Election Day nears and ballot processing hums along at full steam, we want you to take a moment to meet Marilyn. 

Marilyn Fenner is 86. She was the first ballot opener to arrive in the morning last week, on our first day opening and processing ...

Come see how your voted ballots are processed

You voted. Now what happens to your ballot?

Join Arapahoe County Director of Elections Peg Perl and members of the Elections Division for a tour of our mail ballot processing facility! You will see our secure voting system in action, and observe election w...

Help the Road and Bridge crews battle ice buildup

Ice, Ice, Baby... Freezing drizzle and snow are back in the forecast for today, but residents can help reduce ice buildup by:

• Removing snow from sidewalks as soon as possible, 
• keeping large trees/shrubs trimmed to reduce their shadows, 
• a...

Ballot drop boxes open 24/7 through 7 p.m., March 3

If you know who you’re voting for, what’s the delay?! There are 29 ballot drop-off locations in Arapahoe County, open 24/7 through 7 p.m., March 3. No stamps required!

And for your convenience, the County has three new ballot box locati...

Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder unveils new tools and expanded services

The Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s office has rolled out the Qmatic queue management system in its Littleton, Aurora and Centennial offices. This state-of-the-art system is designed to help shorten wait times at County offices, and it expa...

We're updating our disaster plan

Blizzards, tornadoes, dam failures. 

Help our Office of Emergency Management make a plan to protect Arapahoe County before disasters strike. Just take our short survey. Visit the Hazard Mitigation Plan web page to learn more about the plan and the...

We're updating our disaster plan

Blizzards, tornadoes, dam failures. 

Help our Office of Emergency Management make a plan to protect Arapahoe County before disasters strike. Just take our short survey. Visit the Hazard Mitigation Plan web page to learn more about the plan and the...