In a significant collaborative effort, Larimer County and the City of Fort Collins are actively working to ensure the safe closure of all wells owned by Prospect Energy, a local oil and gas company currently facing multiple state violations related to leaking facilities, spills, air pollution, and illegal flaring.This latest action concludes…
Published: Tue Jul 23, 2024 - 1:27pm
Department: BOCC
With dry conditions and rising temperatures, county wildland fire experts are actively monitoring fire potential in Larimer County.Larimer County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) Emergency Services Director Justin Whitesell gave an update on fire conditions Tuesday to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their weekly Administrative Matters meeting…
Published: Thu Jul 18, 2024 - 2:31pm
Department: BOCC
The Wellness Court in the 8th Judicial District in Larimer County today celebrated its 10th anniversary as the first mental health court to receive accreditation from the Colorado Problem Solving Court Statewide Advisory Committee.Today the Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their regular Administrative Matters meeting recognized officials…
Published: Tue Jul 2, 2024 - 2:05pm
Department: BOCC
Larimer County Behavioral Health Services [BHS] is opening the application period for the 2024 Impact Fund Grant Program, aimed at addressing the pressing behavioral health needs of the community.
With $2.8 million designated for grant awards, this initiative marks a significant step in the ongoing commitment to enhancing access to mental health…
Published: Mon Jun 3, 2024 - 11:42am
Department: BOCC
Bohemian Foundation and Larimer County have announced that they are awarding grants in the amount of $4 million to Thompson School District and Poudre School District to enhance regional workforce development. Each entity is providing $1 million to each of the school districts for a total of $2 million per district. The grant from Larimer County…
Published: Wed May 22, 2024 - 10:28am
Department: BOCC
Four candidates for the position of Larimer County Behavioral Health Services Director will be available to engage with the public at a community forum in April hosted by Larimer County.
The forum will be structured in a question-and-answer format to allow the candidates to answer critical questions and express their perspectives on the field of…
Published: Mon Apr 1, 2024 - 1:33pm
Department: BOCC
A new climate dashboard and website that displays climate data actions has been launched by Larimer County’s Climate Smart Future Ready Initiative which also shows environmental and climate information for the region.
Climate change and other contributing factors are causing severe air quality non-attainment issues in Northern Colorado resulting…
Published: Tue Mar 19, 2024 - 1:46pm
Department: BOCC
Residents in unincorporated Larimer County are being asked to share their views on cable TV and internet services from a newly launched survey conducted by Larimer County.
Results from the survey are critical for the cable franchise renewal process between Larimer County and Comcast-Xfinity Cable Communications, and TDS Broadband Services, Inc.…
Published: Thu Mar 7, 2024 - 10:44am
Department: BOCC
Serving on a board or commission is a great way to be involved with your county and community.
Our boards and commissions serve a vital role in making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important matters. The deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.
Apply online and learn more at www.larimer.gov/boards. If…
Published: Mon Mar 4, 2024 - 1:56pm
Department: BOCC
Who maintains the road and bridge I drive on every day? Where does my trash go? Is the restaurant I’m going to eat at safe?
Find answers to how these and other vital public services are provided to all Larimer County residents in our free, 10-week class, Larimer County 101. Whether you live within a city, town, or outside those jurisdictions,…
Published: Thu Feb 15, 2024 - 11:24am
Department: BOCC
In partnership with Fort Collins Connexion and Pulse Fiber Internet, the Larimer County community has been awarded $14 million in grant awards to enhance and expand its broadband infrastructure to an additional 1,935 locations, including areas in Rist Canyon, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado Mountain Campus, Poudre Canyon/Poudre Park, Pole Mountain,…
Published: Tue Feb 13, 2024 - 11:40am
Department: BOCC
Serving on a board or commission is a great way to be involved with your county and community.
Our boards and commissions serve a vital role in making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important matters. The deadline to apply is March 8, 2024.
Apply online and learn more at www.larimer.gov/boards. If…
Published: Mon Feb 5, 2024 - 11:54am
Department: BOCC
Have your say in shaping our county's future! Larimer County invites all residents to participate in the 2024 Larimer County Community Survey. Your feedback is vital in evaluating and improving our county services. This is your opportunity to voice your opinions and help us understand your needs better. The survey is quick, easy, and your…
Published: Thu Jan 25, 2024 - 11:34am
Department: BOCC
Our environment is one of the aspects that makes Larimer County such a great place to live, work and play. If you know someone or an organization that has been a great steward of our environment, nominate them for an Environmental Stewardship Award.
The Board of County Commissioners and the Environmental and Science Advisory Board are taking…
Published: Wed Jan 24, 2024 - 12:00pm
Department: BOCC
A new notification service for Larimer County residents who record documents starts today.
Recording Activity Notification [RAN] is an electronic notification service that allows Larimer County residents to create and receive an email alert notification when a document is recorded in their name. This new service is provided by the Larimer County…
Published: Tue Jan 16, 2024 - 12:01pm
Department: BOCC
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners has certified the 2024 property tax mill levy and approved a $5.5 million temporary mill levy credit, marking a significant move to provide financial relief to county residents. This decision was made at the board's meeting on January 10.
Reflecting on that decision, Chair of the Larimer Board of County…
Published: Fri Jan 12, 2024 - 10:35am
Department: BOCC
Today, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted to appoint a new chair of the board and chair pro tem for 2024 at their regular Administrative Matters meeting.
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners reorganizes and appoints a new chair and chair pro tem each year in January.
The board voted to appoint District 1 Commissioner John…
Published: Tue Jan 2, 2024 - 12:35pm
Department: BOCC
The revision of the 2024 Proposed Budget follows the failure of Proposition HH (Prop HH) in the November general election and subsequent property tax relief measures enacted during the Colorado Legislature's special session in November.
The updated budget proposes allocating $8 million to the Disaster Contingency Fund to prepare for future…
Published: Fri Dec 8, 2023 - 1:50pm
Department: BOCC
Lori Hodges, Director of the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, is the recipient of the 2023 Ranger Brendan Unitt Service Community Service Award.
Hodges gives selflessly every day inside and outside of her day-to-day duties at Larimer County. In addition to her duties as Larimer County Dir. of Emergency Management, she is always…
Published: Wed Dec 6, 2023 - 12:23pm
Department: BOCC
They serve to protect the security, safety and freedom we have today.
Today, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners proclaimed the week of November 6 – 12 as Operation Green Light for all Veterans, current and serving who have earned our gratitude and support for their service to our nation.
Operation Green Light is a national recognition…
Published: Tue Oct 31, 2023 - 2:09pm
Department: BOCC
Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development [EWD] Interim Director Mark Johnston has been selected as the new Director of Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development.
Johnston has served as the Interim Director for that department since May 2023. In his new job, he brings over 22 years of experience as a workforce development leader…
Published: Fri Oct 27, 2023 - 10:05am
Department: BOCC
Larimer County’s 2024 Proposed Budget is now available online at Larimer.gov/budget. It includes $610 million in budgeted expenditures. Some highlights of this fiscal year are as follows:
The 2024 Proposed Budget assumes that Proposition HH will pass, and Larimer County will remain under the new property tax revenue growth cap. County…
Published: Fri Oct 20, 2023 - 10:28am
Department: BOCC
Larimer County on October 12 submitted its State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) Project and Expenditure Report for the third quarter of 2023 to the U.S. Treasury Department, as required by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).
Larimer County spent $293,944 in SLFRF funds during the quarter, primarily on Immediate Needs Grants ($194…
Published: Thu Oct 19, 2023 - 3:37pm
Department: BOCC
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners Wednesday voted to sign a proclamation celebrating the 20-year anniversary of the Eagles Hockey Team at the Blue Arena.
The Eagles have celebrated 20 seasons, beginning in 2003, playing at the Budweiser Event Center and now at Blue Arena, capturing seven conference championships, four league titles, eight…
Published: Wed Oct 18, 2023 - 12:23pm
Department: BOCC
Serving on a Larimer County Board or Commission is a great way to be involved in your county and community.
Larimer County Boards and Commissions serve a vital role in making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important matters. The deadline to apply is Sept 29, 2023.
Apply online at www.larimer.gov/…
Published: Wed Sep 27, 2023 - 1:10pm
Department: BOCC
