Jefferson County is updating its land use regulations that apply to unincorporated areas within the county. These regulations include four different documents including:


• The Zoning Resolution
• The Land Development Regulation
• The Transportation Design and Construction Manual; and
• The Storm Drainage Design and Technical Criteria


Later this month county staff will begin collecting feedback from county staff and the general public on changes to the first two documents, and we want to hear from you. Email for questions or comments about the ULUC project. Read more on Jeffco.us.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has scheduled two extended weekend closures — Sept. 18-22 and 25-29 — to safely complete bridge repairs along east- and westbound Interstate 70 where it crosses over Kipling Street. Motorists can expect signification delays — up to 30 minutes or longer – and alternate routes are advised.

The full closures will allow crews to work more efficiently, shortening the overall construction schedule and reducing repeated traffic impacts. Learn more.

There's been a lot of information about elections in the news lately, so make sure you're getting your information from trusted sources. Here in Jefferson County, we're continuing to prepare for the Nov. 3 general election as planned. What you can do now is make sure your voter information is up to date and make a plan to vote early.

Jefferson County recently adopted updated commercial and residential building codes that align to the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code and 2023 Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code. Designed to improve building safety, energy efficiency and community resilience, these code updates are helping us reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions by ensuring new buildings, major renovations and additions will use less energy than buildings built under previous codes. Learn more about the changes.

The Jefferson County Elections Office is recruiting election workers for this fall's general election. If you or someone you know is interested in serving your community, learning how local elections work and getting paid to do it, submit an interest form on the Elections website.

Discover and explore the world with your own Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) card! Sign up at any full-service JCPL location during the month of September to get a small welcome gift, while supplies last. A library card just might become the most valuable card in your wallet.

Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport marks an important environmental milestone by transitioning both of its aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles from aqueous film-forming foam to fluorine-free foam. The foam transition, completed on July 22, replaces legacy firefighting foam with a fluorine-free alternative approved by the Federal Aviation Administration for use in aircraft rescue and firefighting operations. Read more.

September is Workforce Development Month, a time to celebrate the people and partnerships that help Coloradans build skills, find jobs and advance their careers. In Jefferson, Gilpin and Clear Creek counties, local workforce professionals connect job seekers, businesses and community partners to opportunities that strengthen our communities and economy.

Sept. 28 is National Good Neighbor Day, and Jefferson County Public Library is celebrating all week long! From Sept. 28 to Oct. 4, JCPL's hosting several opportunities to meet your neighbors and make new friends — from a community recipe swap and bread-making class to fun-filled social gatherings like our neighborhood movie party. Find these events and more National Good Neighbor Day celebrations.

The Clerk and Recorder's Office is hosting Passport Happy Hour on Oct. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Facility (100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden). This after-hours, no-appointment-needed passport processing event is open to the public. Planning to stop by? Check our website ahead of time to make sure you have everything you need before you arrive.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Jefferson County Public Library! Experience the vibrant traditions, rich cultures and meaningful contributions of our Hispanic communities through music, food, crafts and festivities for all ages. Bring the whole family to one of our bilingual events and join the fiesta!

Quick links to Commissioner Information:

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



Later this month, Jefferson County will ask for your input on changes to land use regulations. These regulations apply to unincorporated areas in the county and include the Zoning Resolution; the Land Development Regulation; the Transportation Design and Construction Manual; and the Storm Drainage and Technical Design Criteria. 

This is the final piece of our Together Jeffco Project, which included community engagement over the past three years. It’s a top priority for us to get this over the finish line by the end of the year and move toward efficient implementation of the updated codes following this final phase. Read more.

Sept. 10 marked one year since the shooting at Evergreen High School — a day that forever changed students, families, educators and the entire Evergreen community. At the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Hearing on Sept. 15, the commissioners were joined by Sheriff Reggie Marinelli and David Clark from Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen’s office to reflect on the events of that day. 

The Jefferson County Commissioners stand together with the Evergreen High School community — remembering what happened, recognizing how far this community has come and continuing the work of healing together.

Through the end of August 2026, the Jefferson County Treasurer's Office accrued roughly $21 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.

A great way to save energy and lower your electric bill this coming fall and winter is to take advantage of Xcel Energy’s energy-efficiency rebates! Whether it's upgrading your heating and cooling equipment, replacing an appliance or improving energy efficiency through other home improvement projects, Xcel Energy's rebate programs can help you save. 

Jefferson County Sustainability and Public Health have partnered to advance the Climate Action Plan by investing in local farms and food organizations improving Jeffco’s local food system. The Climate Action Plan Food Resilience Grant Program not only helps residents and businesses get healthy, locally-sourced food but also supports the success of local farms and food organizations, reduces food waste and prepares our community for climate change impacts. Learn more about the program and meet the 2026 grantees. 

This Friday and Saturday, support Suicide Prevention Month by inking your story with a semicolon tattoo at Hope;Ink. Proceeds from this event go to support Jefferson Center's suicide prevention work. Register for your tattoo or donate to support the event.

We’ve all gotten good at keeping to ourselves. Same routines. Same places. Same quiet. And something gets lost in all that distance. But fixing it doesn’t take much. It just takes someone going first. A passing hello. A simple “hello.” A quick question. Because once it starts, it doesn’t stop. It carries. It grows. It catches on. Here’s the move, Jeffco. Look up. Say hello. Talk to strangers. What’s the best that can happen? Join the movement.

Need to keep better track of your blood pressure? Come to the free community health and wellness clinic at Red Rocks Community College each month to get your vitals checked. The clinic offers free health screenings, vaccinations, care navigation, wellness services and more. It's student-led care open to every neighbor. No appointment or insurance is needed. The clinic comes to RRCC's Arvada campus (10280 W. 55th Ave.) on the last Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Email for questions or to volunteer.

Jeffco Prosperity Partners (JPP) has been selected for the Target Circle Giving Program, happening now through Sept. 30! It is free to join Target Circle, and every vote helps direct a portion of Target’s giving fund to supporting families in our community. Simply cast your votes for JPP after your regular shopping trips to help Jeffco families break the cycle of poverty.

Attend the West Metro Veterans Fair on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Elks Lakewood Lodge. Visit the website for a list of the dozens of vendors offering information and resources at this free event. Lunch will also be provided.

Jeffco Public School's focus on investing in high-quality resources continues to yield results. Over the past few years, more schools are meeting or exceeding state growth expectations, demonstrating that these investments are translating into meaningful student success. Read more.

Wheat Ridge voters will consider a proposed one-cent sales and use tax increase on the Nov. 3 ballot. If approved, funding would be dedicated to proactive street and infrastructure maintenance, bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements, preservation of community spaces at Wilmore-Davis and Kullerstrand elementary schools, replacement of Anderson Park Outdoor Pool and modern police and city services facilities. Read the ballot language and learn more.

Discover all that our vibrant community has to offer while giving back to animals in need! Kick off the autumn season at the Foothills Animal Shelter's Fall Market from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 20. Wander aisles of remarkable craft vendors, enjoy tasty bites from food trucks and explore booths from local businesses. Family-friendly activities and kids’ entertainment make this a perfect fall day out for everyone, including your pup! Learn more.

Celebrate the traditions of Día de los Muertos through colorful art, creativity and cultural exploration! Participants will create fun themed crafts; learn about the meaning behind the holiday; and honor the importance of memories, family and celebration. Wheat Ridge Recreation Center (4005 Kipling St.) will offer two events on Nov. 2 — from 10 to 11 a.m. for children ages 3 to 6 and from 5 to 6 p.m. for children ages 6 to 9. Register today!

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.

Join Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation for a free twist on trick-or-treating! A group of cars will gather in a parking lot to decorate their trunks with creative disguises, and children will go from car to car for treats and games. This free event will be held on Oct. 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. at The Green at 38th (7101 W 38th St.). Trick-or-treaters are invited to vote on their favorite trunks, and a prize will be awarded to the winner! Learn more.

Lakewood’s Cider Days offers timeless fun for all ages, and advance tickets are on sale now for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 3-4. Enjoy live music, cider pressing, kids and family activities, tractor pulls, historic demonstrations, local food and craft vendors and a beer garden. Save when you buy early bird tickets by Sept. 21. View the full schedule, maps and more.

Wheat Ridge Parks and Recreation's pumpkin patch will officially go off the deep end on Saturday, Oct. 3! Come fish out your perfect pumpkin from our floating patch in the recreation center leisure pool (4005 Kipling St.). We are offering two time slots for the event: 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy seasonal treats, groove to music, decorate your pumpkin and take in the festive Halloween and fall decorations. Register today! 

Enjoy a floating pumpkin patch from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 10 at the Carmody Recreation Center (2200 S. Kipling St. in Lakewood). Swim to find your perfect pumpkin, then decorate it while listening to music and playing games. Space is limited, so register early! Kids are $10 per registrant while parents and guardians are free.

Don't skip out on the Apex Park and Recreation Distict's annual Trick or Trot 5K & Kids Halloween Hunt on Oct. 24! Lace up for the 5K, join us for a kids’ one-mile walk and Halloween candy hunt and show off your best costume for a chance to win our contest. Can’t make it in person? You can still join the fun with our virtual 5K or head to the archery range for a festive pumpkin shoot! Grab your family, friends and favorite costumes and make this Halloween celebration one to remember! Register today.

The West Metro Chamber’s Jeffco Cup Golf Tournament will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Foothills Golf Course! Don't miss this opportunity to network on the green and engage in a little friendly competition. Registration for foursomes, individual playing spots and hole sponsorships are now open.