On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the Larimer County Board of County Commissioners will consider placing a 15-year 0.15 percent sales and use tax measure on the November 2024 ballot. If approved by voters, the tax would generate an estimated $15 million annually to fund various transportation projects across the county.Recent polling by Larimer…
Published: Fri Aug 30, 2024 - 12:14pm
Department: BOCC
After careful consideration and largely guided by the direction of the insurers involved, the Board of County Commissioners has reached a $5 million settlement to resolve the civil case related to the death of Brent Thompson. The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office contacted Mr. Thompson during a traffic stop in early 2023. During the interaction…
Published: Fri Aug 30, 2024 - 12:14pm
Department: BOCC
August 26, 2024 proclaimed "Women's Equality Day," encouraging equity, access, and opportunity of women's work for democracyOn August 13, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners celebrated the Proclamation of Right to Vote and Equality Day, recognized later this month.Discussing the proclamation, commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally reflected, "…
Published: Tue Aug 13, 2024 - 2:18pm
Department: BOCC
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners recognized four groups for their dedication to environmental stewardship in Larimer County at the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Awards. The awards mark the 29th year the commissioners have presented the awards to businesses, organizations, and residents to honor their work and stewardship in…
Published: Thu Aug 1, 2024 - 2:44pm
Department: BOCC
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners today voted 3-0 to adopt fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County since the danger of wildfire, forest and grass fires are great due to above-normal temperatures, lightning strikes, and windy, dry conditions.As of 4:13 pm, July 31, restrictions on…
Published: Wed Jul 31, 2024 - 5:07pm
Department: BOCC
The Chair of the Larimer County Board of Commissioners declared a disaster emergency on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, due to the current and anticipated impacts of the Alexander Mountain Fire west of Loveland. The official disaster declaration can be found here.The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, along with Larimer County and other federal…
Published: Wed Jul 31, 2024 - 12:19pm
Department: BOCC
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
