Making the water taste better

The Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their regular Administrative Matters Meeting heard an update on how Immediate Needs Grant funding was used for infrastructure in our community. Because drinking water plays an important role in public health, the Town of Berthoud applied for and received a $35,000 Immediate Needs Grant for a sonic…

Published: Tue Sep 26, 2023 - 1:54pm Department: BOCC

2023 Behavioral Health Services Impact Fund Grant Awards Announced

Grant awards for the 2023 Behavioral Health Services Impact Fund Grant Program, including the Gary A. Darling Award, were approved today by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners during their Administrative Matters meeting. Behavioral Health Services [BHS] is the administrator of funds generated through a ballot initiative for the expansion…

Published: Wed Sep 6, 2023 - 9:41am Department: BOCC

Officials cut ribbon on Jail Expansion Project

Officials attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday that conveyed the completion of the Larimer County Jail Improvement Project. With construction starting in July 2020, the 137,719 square-foot project lasted almost five years and was completed in August 2023 on time and under the planned $81 million budget. It was completed in three phases…

Published: Mon Aug 28, 2023 - 11:10am Department: BOCC

Immediate needs grant series continues to do good things …

Three organizations thanked the Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their regular Administrative Matters meeting on Tuesday for the Immediate Needs Grants they received to help them endure the effects of the COVID pandemic. The grants were a lifeline to many nonprofits which enabled them to continue their operations and offer…

Published: Wed Aug 23, 2023 - 1:11pm Department: BOCC

Highlighting Immediate Needs Grants

Three organizations shared the results of their American Rescue Plan Act Immediate Needs grants at the Board of Larimer County Commissioners' regular Administrative Matters meeting Tuesday. The COVID pandemic impacted our community in many ways, and thanks to American Rescue Plan Act Immediate Needs Grant funding, local organizations were able to…

Published: Wed Aug 16, 2023 - 1:30pm Department: BOCC

Engaging the Community: Larimer County Water Education Series aims to foster understanding and collaboration

The Larimer Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Colorado Water Center at Colorado State University, announces the launch of the Larimer County Water Education Series. The four-month series of interactive sessions aims to give the community valuable insights into the critical water-related issues and initiatives that impact…

Published: Mon Aug 14, 2023 - 9:58am Department: BOCC

Immediate Needs Grants help again

The COVID pandemic impacted our community in many ways, and thanks to American Rescue Plan Act Immediate Needs Grant funding, local organizations were able to weather some of those impacts. Larimer County used Immediate Needs Grant Funding [INGF] as a conduit to quickly get these urgently needed ARPA funds to organizations to help fund…

Published: Thu Aug 10, 2023 - 10:48am Department: BOCC

Larimer County signs disaster declaration

Infrastructure and property damage from flash flooding from the recent storms between July 31 and August 3 initiated the Board of Larimer County Commissioners today to vote to pass a disaster declaration in the Retreat, Glen Haven, and along Buckhorn areas of Larimer County. On recommendation by the Office of Emergency Management, The Board of…

Published: Tue Aug 8, 2023 - 2:07pm Department: BOCC

More community benefits from Immediate Needs Grants

Two organizations shared how Larimer County Immediate Needs Grants through the American Rescue Plan Act helped so many in our community weather the COVID pandemic in transformational ways. Larimer County used Immediate Needs Grant Funding as a conduit to quickly get these urgently needed ARPA funds to organizations during COVID-19 to help fund…

Published: Wed Aug 2, 2023 - 12:40pm Department: BOCC

ARPA funding that helped kids and those with food insecurity

The COVID pandemic impacted our community in many ways, and thanks to American Rescue Plan Act Immediate Needs Grant funding, local organizations were able to weather some of those impacts. Larimer County used Immediate Needs Grant Funding [ING] as a conduit to quickly get these urgently needed ARPA funds to organizations to help fund…

Published: Tue Jul 25, 2023 - 2:37pm Department: BOCC

Larimer County celebrates employee innovation

Larimer County employees were recognized for finding better, innovative, and groundbreaking ways to better serve our community. Larimer County’s greatest asset is its employees and on July 17 the Board of Larimer County Commissioners honored employees who have shown ingenuity, creativity, innovation, and hard work to improve the way services are…

Published: Wed Jul 19, 2023 - 12:25pm Department: BOCC

2023 Environmental Stewardship Awards: five recognized

The Board of Larimer County Commissioners recognized five groups for their dedication to environmental stewardship in Larimer County at the 2023 Environmental Stewardship Awards. For 28 years, the commissioners have presented these awards to businesses, organizations, and residents to honor their work and stewardship in protecting our environment…

Published: Wed Jul 19, 2023 - 10:04am Department: BOCC

ARPA funding that made a difference in our community

The COVID pandemic impacted our community in many ways, and thanks to American Rescue Plan Act Immediate Needs Grant Funding, local organizations were able to weather some of those impacts. Larimer County used Immediate Needs Grant Funding [INGF] as a conduit to quickly get these urgently needed ARPA funds to organizations to help fund…

Published: Tue Jul 18, 2023 - 1:50pm Department: BOCC

Larmer County receives two NACo awards

By using technology to improve public service, Larimer County will be recognized as a National Association of Counties 2023 Achievement Award winner in two categories at the July 2023 NACo Conference and Exposition in Travis County, Texas. The awards honor innovative, creative ways that counties provide programs that strengthen communities.  In…

Published: Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 12:44pm Department: BOCC

Behavioral Health Services opens the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program, $2.8 million to be awarded for behavioral health

Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is now accepting applications for grants through the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program for programs and projects that support the behavioral health of Larimer County.  This year, BHS will award $2.8M in grant funding to serve the behavioral health of our community. "As BHS enters its fifth year of grant…

Published: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 11:48am Department: BOCC

Accepting applications for Ranger Brendan Unitt Community Service Award

Larimer County employees leave lasting positive impressions on their co-workers and community members every day. The Ranger Brendan Unitt Community Service Award, an annual public service award that began in 2021, honors the commitment to the community that embodies the spirit of Ranger Unitt. The Ranger Unitt Award is open to any current Larimer…

Published: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 10:54am Department: BOCC

Larimer County Loveland Campus Closed Due to Public Safety Threat

In response to a bomb threat, the Larimer County Loveland Campus was temporarily closed earlier today as a precautionary measure. Following a thorough investigation conducted by local law enforcement agencies, it has been determined that the bomb threat was illegitimate, and there is no imminent danger to the public or the building. The Larimer…

Published: Mon May 22, 2023 - 3:57pm Department: BOCC

2022 Traffic Safety Report available for public review

While most crashes on Larimer County rural roads are still caused by road departures, road and safety improvements, and better monitoring have helped lower some of these accidents. Distracted driving is also still a major cause of these accidents, with drivers between 20 to 29 years old involved in crashes, many of which occur at intersections.…

Published: Mon May 22, 2023 - 11:59am Department: BOCC

Evie travels Northern Colorado

Evie is out and about on the road bringing library services, books, and much more to Larimer County but doesn’t use any fossil fuel. At their regular Administrative Matters meeting, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners previewed the Poudre River Public Library District’s new mobile library, Evie, Colorado’s first all-electric mobile library…

Published: Wed May 10, 2023 - 10:58am Department: BOCC

Notifications for vendors to offer quotes for requested goods, services to Larimer County now available

It’s now easier for businesses to learn about and offer quotes for goods and services needed by Larimer County departments with the county’s new Department Request for Quotes page for businesses and vendors. Interested parties can sign up to receive an email notification when a department chooses to publish a Request for Quote goods or services…

Published: Wed Apr 19, 2023 - 12:21pm Department: BOCC

Larimer County Clerk and Recorder Angela Myers announces retirement, Tina Harris to be appointed as successor

After almost a decade of exceptional service to the Larimer County community, Clerk and Recorder Angela Myers has announced her retirement, effective May 31, 2023. During her tenure, Myers has been instrumental in modernizing and streamlining Clerk and Recorder operations, ensuring that all community members received efficient and effective…

Published: Fri Apr 14, 2023 - 12:34pm Department: BOCC

Larimer County Community Development Director on board

Rebecca Everette has been selected as Larimer County’s new Community Development Director, bringing over 14 years of experience to Larimer County, with just over nine of those years in several leadership positions working for the City of Fort Collins. She will lead the Community Development Department which implements the Larimer County Land Use…

Published: Wed Mar 29, 2023 - 10:50am Department: BOCC

Ellis to lead Community Planning, Infrastructure and Resources

Larimer County Community Development Director Lesli Ellis has been appointed as Larimer County’s new Director of  Community Planning, Infrastructure, and Resources. Ellis will lead six Larimer County departments: Community Development, Engineering, Natural Resources, The Ranch at the Larimer County Fairgrounds, Road and Bridge, and Solid Waste.…

Published: Mon Mar 6, 2023 - 1:07pm Department: BOCC

Larimer County Offices Delay Open Wednesday, February 22, 2023, until 10:00 am

Due to inclement weather, all Larimer County Offices will delay opening until 10:00 am on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. However, the 8th Judicial District Courts will be closed. Closures do not disrupt critical services at Larimer County.  

Published: Tue Feb 21, 2023 - 6:58pm Department: BOCC

Larimer County Boards and Commissions openings: apply by April 3

Serving on a Larimer County Board or Commission is a great way to be involved in your county. 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.   Apply online at www.larimer.gov/boards.  If internet access is not available to you or…

Published: Fri Feb 17, 2023 - 12:57pm Department: BOCC