Jefferson County is updating land use regulations that apply to unincorporated areas within the county. These regulations include four different documents: the Zoning Resolution, the Land Development Regulation, the Transportation and Design and Construction Manual, and the Storm Drainage and Technical Design Criteria. These documents make up the Unified Land Use Code (ULUC).

Staff are collecting feedback on changes to the ULUC, and the deadline to provide input is Oct. 18. Be sure to share this information with your friends, family, neighbors and coworkers. Read more.

Jefferson County, on behalf of the Jefferson County Opioid Task Force, is accepting applications for the Collaborative/Inter-Agency Substance Use Education Initiative Grant Program for Middle Schoolers. This funding opportunity will support collaborative, evidence-informed substance use education and prevention programming for Jeffco middle school students, families and schools.

The initiative aims to increase awareness, reduce stigma, strengthen protective factors and promote collaboration among schools, behavioral health providers and community organizations. Learn more and apply.

Jefferson County is pleased to announce the Annual Holiday Giving Tree will be on display in the atrium of the Administration and Courts Facility (100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden) beginning Monday, Nov. 16.

The Giving Tree will feature gift tags with holiday wishes from children in need within our Jeffco community. Everyone is invited to select a tag and help make the season brighter for these children. Questions? Call 303-271-8516.

Ballots for this year’s general election have been mailed, and all 40 of Jeffco’s ballot drop boxes are open! This ballot is a long one, so make time to vote — and vote early if you can. Visit the official Jefferson County Elections website to find voting locations, follow voter turnout, see what’s on the ballot and get answers to your election questions.

People with active warrants in Jefferson and Gilpin counties in certain categories will have the chance to clean their slates on Saturday, Nov. 7, as the First Judicial District hosts its bi-annual Fresh Start event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Facility (100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden). 

The Fresh Start events not only benefit those with outstanding warrants but also cuts down costs to taxpayers and allows law enforcement to direct resources toward offenders who commit higher level crimes and directly victimize others in the community.

After a busy spring and summer collecting more than 1,000 responses from patrons and neighbors, Jefferson County Public Library completed the Wheat Ridge Library Services Community Engagement Report. Results from the report will be used to inform the next steps in the project. Read the report and learn more about next steps for Wheat Ridge Library Services. 

Jefferson County seeks applications from qualified community-based organizations, nonprofits, houses of worship, faith communities and collaborative partnerships interested in providing temporary overnight shelter for residents experiencing unsheltered homelessness during severe weather. 

A total of $100,000 in funding is anticipated to be available through pooled contributions from Jefferson County and the cities of Arvada, Edgewater, Golden, Lakewood, Westminster and Wheat Ridge. Get more info and find out who's eligible.

Jefferson County is seeking review and comments on both a draft Water Supply Element and a draft Strategic Growth Element by Monday, Nov. 2. 


Under Colorado Senate Bill 24-174, local government comprehensive plans must include both a Water Supply and a Strategic Growth Element by Dec. 31. Hybrid community meetings will be held Oct. 15 and Oct. 29. You can also email staff.

Jefferson County Parks and Open Space is conducting an evaluation to determine where the county should invest its resources to support community gathering and provide opportunities for equine, youth and agricultural activities. Potential investment locations include the Jefferson County Fairgrounds and Fehringer Ranch (another county property).

A series of open houses to share information, gather community feedback and provide a space for questions are planned for the following dates and times:

• Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Peak Community and Wellness Center (6612 S. Ward St. in Littleton) — 5 to 7 p.m. in the Pinyon Room.
  
• Friday, Oct. 23, at Lakewood Library (10200 W. 20th Ave. in Lakewood) — Noon to 2 p.m. in the Lakewood Meeting Room.
  
• Monday, Oct. 26, at Wulf Recreation Center (5300 S. Olive Road in Evergreen) — 5 to 7 p.m. in the Birch Room
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Jefferson County Fairgrounds (15200 W. 6th Ave. in Golden) — 5 to 7 p.m. in the Green Mountain Conference Room

Mark your calendars for Jefferson County Library Foundation’s annual Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale! Explore thousands of gently used books, CDs, vinyl records, puzzles and more from Oct. 22 to 25 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Find your next great read (without paying retail prices) while supporting library programs and services!

Bring your costumes and join us for some Halloween fun on Oct. 29 as the Administration and Courts Facility (100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden) will be hosting a trick-or-treating scavenger hunt from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Start with Human Resources and Wellness in the atrium, trick-or-treat through participating offices, collect one letter on each floor, solve the Candy Crawl Code Word and finish at the Haunted Bookmobile for a prize.

Let’s face it: A major cost for local businesses each winter are electric bills. Beyond providing rebate programs for resident homes, Jeffco Sustainability partner Xcel Energy is also supporting business customers’ energy efficiency upgrades through business-specific rebates and incentive programs. Learn what’s available to you. 

Not sure where to begin? If you’re an Xcel Energy business customer, start your energy assessment here to be sure you take the right approach.

Quick links to Commissioner Information:

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



Election season is here, and the length of this year’s ballot will certainly test your endurance! The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners encourages all eligible voters to cast their ballots early, knowing that the choices before you will shape the future of our county, state and nation.

You should have already received your mail-in ballot, but if it hasn’t arrived, you can reach out to the Clerk and Recorder’s Office by email or calling 303-271-8111 for assistance or a replacement. To stay informed every step of the way, I also recommend signing up for Colorado BallotTrax to track your mail ballot from the moment it is sent until it is counted. Read more.

Through the end of September 2026, the Jefferson County Treasurer's Office accrued roughly $24.77 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.

Solar gardens generate clean energy for communities by harvesting the power of the sun. While there are different types of solar gardens, a typical community solar garden allows residents and businesses who may not have the ability to install solar on their roofs to subscribe to renewable energy. There are several community solar gardens available to residents of Jefferson County! Find a solar garden to subscribe.

The number of sites affected by mountain pine beetle (MPB) within the Jefferson County has increased significantly since 2025. This fall is a good time to start looking for newly infested trees. Remember: Trees that faded and turned red this season have died. They are no longer at risk of spreading MPB because the adult beetles that matured over the summer have already left those trees. Find out what to look for and learn about Mountain Pine Beetle.

One in five Jefferson County residents say they feel lonely, even in a community as vibrant as Jeffco. Say, “Hello,” Jeffco, because connection turns a stranger into a neighbor, a neighbor into a friend, a street into a community and a community into the kind of place people are proud to be from. Learn more.

Household hazardous waste (HHW) is any chemical or product that can cause an environmental or health threat if not properly stored, transported or disposed of. Many common items you may have at home could contain hazardous ingredients, such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries and pesticides. The Rooney Road Recycling Center accepts all your HHW. Visit their new, easy-to-navigate website to learn more and schedule an appointment.

The City of Wheat Ridge is under contract to purchase the former Wilmore-Davis Elementary School property, preserving approximately 2.5 acres for a neighborhood park while giving the former school building a new purpose. Spectra Centers, a Colorado-based special education provider, will reuse the existing building and approximately 4.5 acres of the property and plans to open in January. The purchase follows years of community input and planning focused on preserving the property as a community space.

Bring the whole family to Foothills Park & Recreation District’s BOO-rific Bash & Splash at Ridge Recreation Center on Friday, Oct. 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. This fun and affordable indoor trick-or-treating event allows children to dress in full costume, trick-or-treat among community business tables and enjoy bounce houses and swimming. Entry for kids is $5. Adults accompanying children are free.

Catch Monsters, Inc. at Movie on the Green at Indian Tree Golf Club on Oct. 16, beginning at 6 p.m. with a putting clinic. Get your groove on at the Family Dance Party on Oct. 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Community Recreation Center. Join a spook-tacular Trick or Trot on Oct. 24 at 9 a.m. at Apex Center. And celebrate staying active and healthy at National Senior Health and Fitness Day Trek or Treat on Oct. 28 at 10:30 a.m. at Apex Center. Find more information and register for these events and many more!

Red Rocks Community College is hosting a community Trunk-or-Treat event featuring food, games and learning on Oct. 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Lakewood Campus (13300 W. 6th Ave.). Wear your costume and come see what Red Rocks is all about. Trick-or-treat bags will be provided.

Calling local artists! Enter the 2026 Winter Salon by Oct. 22 and show your work at Lakewood Cultural Center during the holidays! The exhibit will run Nov. 6 to Jan. 2 and features a large group exhibition of small, accessibly priced artworks with all works sized 16-by-20-inches or smaller, priced at $500 or less and available for purchase. Apply now at LakewoodCO.gov/Salon.

Summer may be over, but Lakewood's indoor pools are open and in search of lifeguards! Here’s the scoop: Get starting pay at $18.50 per hour, flexible hours, plus a free rec pass and reimbursement for training! Learn the details, sign up for training and apply at LakewoodCO.gov/Lifeguard.

Does your teenager have what it takes to earn a Thanksgiving turkey? Join Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation on Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Anderson Building (4355 Field St. in Wheat Ridge) for a fun free throw challenge to test your shooting skills and competitive spirit! Register today.

Celebrate the magic of the season at the annual Snow Ball at Lakewood Link Recreation Center. Adults ages 55 and older are invited to enjoy a live band and catered lunch from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4. Registration is required, and discounts are available at checkout. Save your spot today!

Calling all local businesses and organizations to participate in a festive competition by decorating a Christmas tree to be displayed during the annual Wheat Ridge Holiday Celebration at The Green at 38th (7101 W. 38th Ave. in Wheat Ridge). During the celebration, there will be a silent auction, voting and a tree sale! Register today.