In this episode of the Engage Jeffco Podcast, we chat with Jefferson County Treasurer Jerry DiTullio about some misconceptions about what his office does, how the office maintains transparency and important information for taxpayers. Listen to the episode.

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Treat SpeakPipe just like a voicemail box. Hit the "start recording" button, state your name if you'd like and leave us your question or comment. It's that easy!

We are soliciting questions for our upcoming Board of County Commissioners Town Hall on Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. Please know if you're leaving a voicemail, you're give Jefferson County consent to play your message aloud during the town hall.

Recent federal funding freezes could impact some Human Services programs. At this time, programs are operating, customers do not need to take any action and services remain available. Learn more.

Colorado is upgrading its digital DMV platform. As a result, all online and in-person DMV services will be unavailable Feb. 13–16, with limited in-person services Feb. 17–19. If you recently purchased or registered a vehicle, please stay on top of deadlines and plan ahead to avoid delays. Learn more about the upgrade and how to prepare.

Applications for the 2025-'26 Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) are now open. LEAP helps to cover the costs of home heating during the colder months. Applications are open through April 30. You can check eligibility requirements, find an application checklist and learn about additional resources at www.jeffco.us/LEAP. Have additional questions? Call 719-442-0007.

Construction for the Arvada Library Redesign has officially begun. The Arvada Library is closed during construction and is expected to reopen in spring 2027. During the closure, come visit us at the Arvada Balsam Temporary Library, opening soon.

When local workforce leadership makes it to the national stage, everyone wins. Andrew Bercich, the former vice chair of the Jefferson County Workforce Board, has been named CEO of the National Association of Workforce Boards. His journey is a great reminder that strong workforce systems open doors — for leaders, job seekers and employers alike. Join us in congratulating Andrew! Check out offerings from the Jefferson County Business and Workforce Center.

Jeffco needs your help to complete a census of our unsheltered individuals during our annual Point-In-Time (PIT) count from sundown Jan. 26 to sundown on Jan. 27. There are opportunities for outside and onsite volunteers. The yearly Point-in-Time count helps determine the scope of homelessness, promotes regional collaboration, provides needed demographic and survey data and helps the county apply for increased housing funds.

Whip up some cocoa, grab your coziest blankets and let your love of reading melt away the winter chill! Register now for Jefferson County Public Library’s Winter Reading to get your bingo card and registration prize. Explore books and complete activities to collect badges and fill out your card. Read your way to BINGO between Jan. 15 and Feb. 28 to win a commemorative Winter Reading 2026 finisher prize!

Got a gown or suit collecting dust? Give it a new life and help a local teen shine at prom! Donate your gently used formal wear and accessories to any Jefferson County Public Library full-service location by Feb. 28. Your contributions will be shared with Jeffco high schoolers at upcoming Prom Swap events and help create unforgettable nights!

Get outdoors this summer with ENOR Environmental Discovery Camp, helping youth explore the greater Denver metro area with a different hike every day. This January, refer a friend and get entered to win some great prizes! This program is for children grades fourth through eighth, and scholarships are available. Register today!

It pays to use the ColoradoQuitline. Enroll in the program by Jan. 31 to take advantage of receiving up to $100 in gift cards in addition to free nicotine replacement products. Visit www.ColoradoQuits.com or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

Quick links to Commissioner Information:

• Meet the Commissioners
• Hearing and Hearings Calendar
• Past Meetings and Agendas
• Pending Land Use Cases
• Volunteer Boards and Commissions



Each year, many of us use the arrival of January to reflect on the months ahead and how we want our lives to unfold. Often, this reflection takes the form of a resolution — a commitment to a guiding principle or a specific set of goals. This year, I want to encourage you to make a resolution that benefits our entire community: become even more engaged with your county government. As Lyndon B. Johnson once noted, “Government is best which is closest to the people.” Read more.

Throughout 2025, the Jefferson County Treasurer's Office accrued roughly $26.28 million in interest on county investments (unaudited). With voters approving 1A in November 2024, Jefferson County can use all interest earned for county services and projects as determined by the Board of County Commissioners. Learn more and view financial reports.

Defensible space and structure hardening requirements will apply to mountain areas and parts of the plains per the proposed Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) map.

Visit the Regulation Updates webpage for more info.

Jefferson County is proposing updates to its Building Codes and Supplements by adopting the 2024 versions of the International Codes, ensuring coordination with the draft Jefferson County Wildfire Resiliency Code and adopting the Colorado Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code. Learn more about the proposed updates.

Public comment is encouraged and can be provided in writing through the web form.

Thank you to First Interstate Bank for generously sponsoring Jeffco Prosperity Partners’ (JPP) Annual Gingerbread House Contest. Your support makes this cherished holiday tradition possible. Thank you for your commitment to building moments of togetherness, joy and brighter futures for Jeffco families. To learn more about JPP’s sponsorships opportunities, contact Roxy Dunaway.

The 2025 Leadership Jeffco cohort is seeking support on a project to help feed our community. The goal is to purchase, assemble and distribute 32,000 meals in March to families in need. The group needs to raise $8,000 by Feb. 1 to achieve this goal. 

Leadership Jeffco is partnering with Project Our Town, an organization dedicated to community service, to help assemble and distribute these meals to local food pantries. Donations will go directly toward purchasing the meals, and every contribution — no matter the size — makes a difference. Make a donation.

Don't miss out on the opening receptions of new exhibits at Lakewood Cultural Center between 6 and 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23. View work by Red Rocks Community College students, featuring Landscapes of Lakewood and celebrating the poetry of Langston Hughes. Another new exhibit, featuring the stories of the people of Lakewood, is open at the Heritage Lakewood Visitor Center through June 6. Learn more.

After a very successful first year, Foothills Art Market is returning to Foothills Fieldhouse on Saturday, April 11! This market features a vast array of artwork and craft items for sale, including unique creations in pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, soaps, home accessories, photography and more. Local artists interested in showcasing their work are encouraged to apply online for a spot by Jan. 26.

Share your thoughts about William F. Hayden Park during the open house on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Green Mountain Recreation Center. Attendees can meet staff, review plans and share input while enjoying light refreshments. Learn more.

CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties is thrilled to host Comedy for CASA on Friday, Jan. 30 — an exciting new fundraising event that promises fun and entertainment for a great cause. The night will feature drinks, hors d'oeuvres, an enticing silent auction and a laugh-out-loud performance by our headliner, Phil Palisoul! Learn more and buy tickets.

Apex Parks and Recreation District offers three full-day, state-licensed camps along with the Teen Adventure Camp and a Leadership in Training program for youth ages 5 to 15 throughout the summer. The camps promote friendship, creativity and inclusivity and are geared to meet your child’s needs and enhance their social, emotional and physical well-being. Registration opens Jan. 19 for returning families and Jan. 21 for new families. Don’t miss out!

Parents, grandparents, guardians, mentors or any special grown-up, treat your little one to an unforgettable evening of fun and memories at Ties & Tiaras: Once Upon a Dance on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 5:45 to 8 p.m. at Wheat Ridge Recreation Center. Dress to impress in your finest happily ever after attire and make memories you’ll treasure forever! All ages and families are welcome at this special event. Learn more.

Spring is a fresh start for so many things in Lakewood. Get exercise by walking a Monday Mile or joining the Fitness Challenge. Attend the PossAbilities Expo on Feb. 7 featuring resources for those with different abilities. Lakewood residents can sign up for Summer Camp programs on Feb. 17 or buy tickets to performances at the Lakewood Cultural Center from Feb. 19 to April 25.

Jeffco needs community voices to shape a sustainable funding future. Volunteer for the Partnership for Fiscal Sustainability, meeting January through May 2026, to explore local revenue options. Parents, educators, businesses, students and residents are invited. Support Jeffco’s long tradition of excellence. RSVP today.

In 2026, Wheat Ridge is celebrating the completion of the historic Wadsworth Boulevard Improvement Project and beginning implementation of the community-driven Wheat Ridge City Plan. It's also planning the redevelopment of the Lutheran Legacy Campus, exploring a future civic campus and discussing a modern replacement for Anderson Outdoor Pool. Learn more.