2018 Weld County news stories

County solidifies commitment to safety along Freedom Parkway

12/19/2018

Two years of work among multiple government agencies has led to the adoption of the Freedom Parkway Access Control Plan.

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Woodruff named Assessor of the Year by colleagues

12/14/2018

Commissioners honored county assessor for being named Assessor of the Year by colleagues.

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2019 budget approved, county in excellent financial condition

12/12/2018

Commissioners approved the 2019 budget for operations and capital outlay totaling $315,256,967

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Board commits to Bright Futures funding through 2023

12/11/2018

County commissioners approve funding plan that will take Bright Futures program securely into 2023.

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Weld County Employment Services exceeds goals in serving job-seekers

12/05/2018

State review shows ESWC leads the state in the provision of services to individuals with barriers to employment.

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Six advisory boards and commissions seek new members

11/28/2018

Looking for an opportunity to get involved? We have openings on six boards and commissions!

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County earns national distinction for emergency preparedness efforts

11/20/2018

The National Weather Service has named Weld County a StormReady County!

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Apprenticeship week proclaimed in Weld County

11/14/2018

Apprenticeships provide demand-driven education, allowing apprentices to earn while they learn.

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Nov. 16 proclaimed Weld County Adoption Day

11/05/2018

On Nov. 16, Weld County will celebrate the finalized adoptions of 10 children and youth from the child welfare system.

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Commissioners oppose state RFP which will negatively impact mental health crisis services in rural areas

10/29/2018

Suspension of RFP requested until discussion about funding with impacted counties occurs.

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Annual Town and County meeting brings county and municipalities together

10/18/2018

The annual town and county meeting will be held on Thursday, October 25, at the Weld County Admin Building.

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Six volunteers needed to serve on county boards

10/15/2018

There's no better way to learn about county government than by serving as a volunteer!

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County employee honored for EOC assistance in Spring Fire

10/10/2018

The Board recognized Merrie Garner this week for her assistance in helping Costilla County during the Spring Fire.

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Public work sessions for 2019 budget set for October 23 and 25

10/09/2018

Public work sessions regarding the 2019 budget will be on October 23 and 25 at the county Administration Building.

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October is Residents' Rights Month

10/03/2018

Residents' rights are the focus this month for hundreds of long-term care residents in Weld County.

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Commissioners oppose Proposition 112

09/17/2018

The hearing room was filled beyond capacity as oil and gas industry employees came to support the Commissioners resolution opposing Proposition 112.

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Weld continues representation on Child Welfare Allocation Committee

09/13/2018

Commissioner Kirkmeyer appointed as one of two At-Large representatives on the Colorado Welfare Allocation Committee (CWAC).

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Workforce Development Month

09/11/2018

September has been proclaimed as Workforce Development Month by the Board of County Commissioners.

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September is National Preparedness Month

09/07/2018

Do you have an emergency plan for your family? Having a plan is crucial for handling an event and the recovery after.

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Portion of Poudre Trail to close while repair work begins

09/04/2018

Repair work begins on a stretch of the Poudre Trail originally damaged by the 2013 flood.

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State upgrades to DHS systems slated for next week

08/31/2018

State upgrades for two Human Services programs aim to provide better service to the public.

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Committee recommendations to be on November ballot

08/15/2018

All nine proposed amendments to the Home Rule Charter will be placed on the November ballot.

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Board credits Assessor's Office on job performance in 2018

08/13/2018

Only three cases were brought to the Board of Equalization this year; a credit to the Assessor's Office's ability to work with the public.

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Weld County to help LaSalle address safety concerns on Main St.

08/10/2018

This week the Board of Commissioners approved moving forward with plans to help address safety concerns on Main St.

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Board hears presentation by Home Rule Charter Review Committee

07/23/2018

A presentation by the Home Rule Charter Review Committee brought forward nine recommendations for Commissioners to consider as ballot questions this November.

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Portion of WCR 105 to undergo construction

07/19/2018

Residents in the northern part of Weld County can look forward to improvements coming soon to Weld County Road 105.

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County offices closed for Independence Day

06/28/2018

County offices closed for Independence Day

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Weld County is recruiting child care providers

06/19/2018

Learn what Weld County is doing to eliminate what has been called a "child care desert".

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Commissioners join 250 other county leaders at "Routes to County Success"

06/12/2018

Last week, the Board of County Commissioners joined 250 county leaders in attending the Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI) Foundation Summer Conference.

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County comes together to officially welcome home Vietnam Veterans

06/05/2018

Over one hundred people gathered Saturday morning to officially welcome home veterans of the Vietnam War.

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Railroad-crossing closures along Highway 85

06/04/2018

Applications regarding the closure of five Union Pacific railroad crossings along the Highway 85 corridor have been submitted.

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Families honored during Foster Care Month

05/31/2018

To conclude Foster Care Month, all 64 current Weld County foster families received May Baskets.

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County works with communities to install warning sirens

05/22/2018

The lack of warning to any of the communities the tornado barreled through spurred action for sirens.

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This is what we train for

05/21/2018

It wasn’t until staff got the radar pulled up at the EOC that they realized the severity of the situation: an EF3 tornado.

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"My stomach traded places with my heart."

05/20/2018

What then Deputy DA Rob Miller saw on the way to his son's daycare center made his heart start to race.

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Riding the storm out: A reporter’s eye-witness account of the tornado

05/20/2018

He said he was going to shoot the tornado from the back of the live truck.

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Tornado’s damage extends beyond buildings

05/19/2018

County Commissioner steps up to assist with mental health response after 2008 tornado.

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Planning and training benefit Gilcrest in 2008 tornado response

05/19/2018

Building relationships among people and agencies helped two small towns handle the aftermath of the 2008 tornado.

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Platteville community rallies after the storm

05/18/2018

Daniel Bass was cleaning up after laying pipeline east of Windsor before rain moved in on May 22, 2008, when he received the page.

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All the right ingredients to make a tornado

05/17/2018

Most tornadoes in Weld County are small and predictable. What made the May 22, 2008, tornado different?

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County remembers 2008 tornado with series of stories

05/17/2018

To commemorate the 10-year anniversary, Weld County will publish a series of firsthand accounts of that storm.

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May proclaimed Foster Care Month

05/10/2018

In recognition of our wonderful foster and kinship care families, the Board has proclaimed May Foster Care Month.

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Community agencies honored for work to prevent child abuse

05/02/2018

As a celebratory conclusion to Child Abuse Prevention Month, county honors prevention partners.

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Third Vietnam veterans pinning ceremony scheduled

04/30/2018

Weld Commissioners will again honor Vietnam Veterans in June pinning ceremony.

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Commissioner Cozad among those named a 2018 Woman of Distinction

04/19/2018

Congratulations to Commissioner Cozad for being honored for public service!

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Work on WCR 49 honored by industry

04/16/2018

Weld County received two prestigious awards from industry peers for work on WCR 49.

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Meeting dates set for Charter Review Committee

03/22/2018

Community meeting dates to gather public input regarding the Home Rule Charter are set for April and May.

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Cozad to help address air quality issues by serving on council

03/19/2018

The Governor's office has appointed Commissioner Julie Cozad as the NFRMPO representative on the Regional Air Quality Council.

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Get involved in county government

03/16/2018

Volunteers positively impact county government, so do you have the time and desire to be on an advisory board?

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Cumulonimbus season is approaching - are you prepared?

03/06/2018

Each year, Weld County skies are overtaken by cumulonimbus. Do you know how to spot them?

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Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee Appointed by Commissioners

03/05/2018

Nine Weld County residents were appointed today to the Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee

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Foster and kinship care holiday party donors honored

03/02/2018

DHS recognized the men and women who made the 2017 foster and kinship care holiday parties a success.

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Bigger location, more space to facilitate easier elections process

03/02/2018

Commissioners got to tour the newly remodeled space in the Chase Building that will house election equipment.

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By 2050, one in 12 people living in Colorado will call Weld County home

02/26/2018

How does county government prepare? Commissioners must be active in strategic planning.

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Community is stepping up to help with foster care

02/20/2018

Since August, twelve families have become certified to provide loving homes for young people in Weld County foster care.

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Appointments to Human Services Advisory Commission

02/08/2018

Four new members to the newly-created Human Services Advisory Commission were named this week.

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Advisory board volunteers recognized for their service

02/08/2018

This week we thanked community members who've served and who've stepped up to serve on various boards.

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Weld County Faith Partnership Council Celebrates 10th Anniversary with newsletter

02/06/2018

Ten years ago, the Board of Weld County Commissioners took on a project few government entities dared: a partnership with the faith-based community.

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Applications now being accepted for Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee

01/31/2018

This committee will be charged with reviewing the Weld County Home Rule Charter and recommending amendments to the Commissioners.

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Hats off to Employment Services of Weld County GED Grads

01/25/2018

Last week marked a triumphant celebration for Employment Services of Weld County GED graduates.

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Public wifi in all county buildings

01/24/2018

Access to the internet via wifi is now available in all county buildings following commissioner approval late last year and a successful test run earlier this month.

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Open houses scheduled regarding safety improvements along Highway 85

01/17/2018

Mark you calendars for next week to learn about safety improvements to this corridor.

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Highland Cheer Team honored by board

01/15/2018

The board proclaimed today Highland Huskies Day in recognition of their Cheer Team winning state!

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Volunteer board members honored for their service to Weld County

01/12/2018

Weld County Commissioners thanked and issued Recognition of Services Awards to two individuals for their time, effort and service.

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2018 Chair, Pro-Tem and department coordinators selected

01/03/2018

Per the charter, the Commissioners elected a new Chairman of the Board, Pro-Tem and Coordinators

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