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  1. Engage Jeffco

    Read our latest Engage Jeffco newsletter

    Engage Jeffco includes important updates from the county, community events, classes, health and safety tips, announcements and more. Read on...
  2. Picture of Stan Specht in aircraft

    Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport Tenant Feature: Stan Specht

    For 58 years, Stan Specht’s life has been up in the air. He's dedicated the last two decades to showing 520 kids what it’s like to fly more than 1,000 feet above the ground. Read on...
  3. Tracy Kraft-Tharp headshot with news image text

    Open Space Sales Tax Funding Investments

    From time to time, some ask, “why does Jefferson County continue to buy land for open space or park lands and build trails and trailheads when they have a budget shortfall?” Fair question. Read on...
  4. Headshot of Jefferson County Treasurer Jerry Ditullio with &#39treasurer update&#39 in text

    Jeffco Treasurer’s Office Closes Property Tax Drop Box Due to Tampering

    The property tax payment drop box has been closed due to it being tampered with on the evening of Tuesday, April 9. The box was not accessed and no checks were stolen. Read on...
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    Jeffco Clerk & Recorder Announces 2024 "I Voted" Sticker Winners

    The Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder's Office invited community members to submit "I Voted" sticker designs for use in 2024 elections. Design winners were recently recognized. Read on...
  6. Lesley Dalhkember headshot with news image text

    Tackling the Opioid Epidemic

    When substance use disorders are detected early and treated, people can recover and lead a healthy life. Together, we’re working to identify lasting solutions with the help of opioid settlement dollars. Read on...
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    Lookout Mountain Road Study

    Lookout Mountain Road is an iconic destination that provides stunning views of the front range. Jefferson County seeks community input on design recommendations to improve functionality and safety for all users. Read on...
  8. Photo of the Jeffco Commissioners with text for the Telephone Town Hall on March 21.

    Commissioners to Host Telephone Town Hall on March 21

    Participants will hear updates on 2025 budget challenges, development and transportation projects, and the Together Jeffco project. Read on...
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    Clarification on Mill Levy Language in Jefferson County Tax Bills

    Jefferson County received feedback from community members regarding a note included on the county's property tax statements for the 2023 tax year. Please see this update for clarification on the verbiage in the statements. Read on...
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    Jefferson County to Host Community Meetings for Development and Transportation

    Jefferson County seeks community input regarding locations for new development, identified wildfire hazard areas, and transportation. Read on...
  11. Andy Kerr headshot with news image text

    2025 Budget Planning

    The 2024 Budget was adopted by the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 14, 2023. Following the conclusion of the 2024 budget process, county staff quickly pivoted to focus on the 2025 budget and began work earlier than in years past. Read on...
  12. County News

    Jefferson County 2024 Property Tax Bills to Be Mailed Feb. 16

    The Colorado Legislature recently passed a bill to provide property tax relief that will impact the timing of property tax bills being mailed. Property tax bills will be mailed about two weeks later than in most years. Read on...
  13. Red-tailed hawk sitting on a rock in a field by Steven Holmes

    Jeffco Open Space Seasonal Wildlife Closures to Begin Feb. 1

    Jeffco Open Space uses seasonal wildlife closures to protect species at sensitive times in their life cycles. This year’s seasonal wildlife closures affect numerous parks and trails. Read on...
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    Jefferson County Launches Pilot Program to Electrify County Vehicles

    On Jan. 29, Jefferson County held a ribbon cutting at Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) to commemorate the launch of a new electric vehicle (EV) pilot program. Read on...
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    Severe Weather Resources

    See information about resources for severe weather shelters in Jefferson County. Read on...
  16. Commissioner Dahlkemper headshot, name and district

    Homelessness Prevention Efforts in Jeffco

    More than 800 people are homeless in Jeffco, according to a 2023 Point in Time Survey. Read about homelessness prevention efforts in Jefferson County. Read on...
  17. Text: TABOR Refund Checks with web address for more information

    Jefferson County to Mail TABOR Refund Checks to Jeffco Residents

    Jefferson County property taxpayers will soon receive a TABOR refund check in the mail, as required by the state’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights Amendment (TABOR). Read on...
  18. Airport News

    Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport Accelerates Transition to Unleaded Fuel

    Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport officials and the Jefferson County Board Commissioners announced the airport’s accelerated timeline to transition to unleaded fuel. Read on...
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    Together Jeffco: Plans and Regulations Update

    Together Jeffco: County Plans and Regulations Update is a two-year process which combines efforts to update several county plans. We want to hear from you! Read on...
  20. Airport News

    RMMA Voluntary Noise Abatement Procedure Update

    Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA), Jefferson County and Town of Superior Trustee Jason Serbu are pleased to announce a new addition to the airport’s Voluntary Noise Abatement Procedures. Read on...
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    Short-Term Rental Regulation Updates Coming to Jeffco

    Jefferson County is updating its Short-Term Rental Regulations to streamline the review process, and to reduce noncompliance. Jeffco community members are encouraged to provide input! Read on...
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    JCPH and BOH Announce New Executive Director, Dr. Sarah Story

    The Jefferson County Board of Health and Jefferson County Public Health are excited to announce Executive Director finalist Dr. Sarah Story, Ph.D., MPP, MPH as the new Executive Director of JCPH. Read more.
  23. Artist rendering of the completed Floyd Hill Project, including mountains and the highway.

    CDOT Begins I-70 Floyd Hill Project

    The I-70 Floyd Hill project, from west of Evergreen to eastern Idaho Springs, encompasses an eight mile section of the I-70 Mountain Corridor that acts as an economic gateway for the state of Colorado and the nation. Read on...
  24. Rooney Road Recycling Center logo

    Protect Your Family, Jeffco Community by Recycling Household Hazard Waste

    Protect your family, community, and the environment from household hazardous waste with the help of Rooney Road Recycling Center Read on...
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