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Stay in the know with the WCR 6 and 13 roundabout newsletter

Stay in the know with the WCR 6 and 13 roundabout newsletter

Residents can expect updates that feature progress on various elements of roundabout construction — from milling and paving to curb and gutter work and more.

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Weld County commissioners proclaim January as Acts of Connection Month

Weld County commissioners proclaim January as Acts of Connection Month

Recognizing the urgent need to address loneliness and its impact on public health, the Weld County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed January 2025 as Acts of Connection Month. Read more at www.weld.gov by clicking on "news."

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County to implement enrollment freeze of Childcare Assistance Program

County to implement enrollment freeze of Childcare Assistance Program

Weld County is one of many counties in Colorado to implement this freeze, including Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, El Paso, Jefferson and Larimer.

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Weld County Health Department offers free radon test kits to residents

Weld County Health Department offers free radon test kits to residents

January is Radon Action Month, and the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment encourages residents to test their homes for radon.

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2025 chair, pro tem named, commissioner coordinator roles determined

2025 chair, pro tem named, commissioner coordinator roles determined

Perry Buck will serve as chair and Scott James will serve as chair pro tem.

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New oil and gas director appointed

New oil and gas director appointed

Brett Cavanagh replaces Jason Maxey, who will serve as Weld County Commissioner for District 1 beginning in January.

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Dedication honored at board meeting

Dedication honored at board meeting

Monday, longtime Weld County employees were honored for their dedication, professionalism and continued commitment to serving residents.

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County disappointed with state regarding falsified data

County disappointed with state regarding falsified data

The dissatisfaction regarding the state's withholding of information regarding falsified data related to oil and gas well remediation was expressed in a letter sent to the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission.

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2025 county budget approved

2025 county budget approved

The budget was created through a process that involved careful planning and a continued commitment to ensuring the long-term fiscal responsibility of the county.

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County expands voucher program to include North Weld Landfill

County expands voucher program to include North Weld Landfill

With a landfill voucher, Weld County residents can discard items such as mattresses, couches and tables without incurring disposal costs.

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County’s assessed value sees 20% decrease

County’s assessed value sees 20% decrease

The $19.69 billion value, approved by the board of commissioners recently, represents a $5 billion decrease from 2023’s total of $24.68 billion and is due primarily to oil and gas.

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Contractor chosen for roundabout project

Contractor chosen for roundabout project

Construction of the roundabout, planned for the intersection of Weld County Road 6 and WCR 13, will begin on Jan. 9, 2025.

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New county facility to house electric lawn and garden equipment

New county facility to house electric lawn and garden equipment

The 4,800 square-foot facility is being built to reduce air pollution and comply with state regulations.

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Weld County seeks one representative for Poudre River Trail Board

Weld County seeks one representative for Poudre River Trail Board

The board, which governs the Poudre River Trail Corridor, is comprised of Greeley, Windsor, and Weld County representatives.

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Health Department highlights benefits of being “tobacco free”

Health Department highlights benefits of being “tobacco free”

The most recent Weld County community health data shows 14.3% of Weld County residents use some sort of tobacco or nicotine product, including electronic vaping devices.

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Weld County commissioners proclaim Apprenticeship Week Nov. 17 to 23

Weld County commissioners proclaim Apprenticeship Week Nov. 17 to 23

In collaboration with 14 businesses, Employment Services of Weld County assists community-based partners in providing training and mentorship opportunities to the next generation of skilled workers.

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November proclaimed National Diabetes Month in Weld County

November proclaimed National Diabetes Month in Weld County

The proclamation serves as a call to action for all at-risk residents to explore programs and resources designed to support them on their path to a healthier life.

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Weld County offers free landfill vouchers for large item disposal

Weld County offers free landfill vouchers for large item disposal

The department is providing a limited number of vouchers for residents to dispose of large items at the Front Range Landfill in Erie, free of charge.

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November is a month to honor adoption in Weld County

November is a month to honor adoption in Weld County

On Nov. 22, in celebration of National Adoption Day, the Weld County Department of Human Services will help finalize 12 adoptions in person at the Weld County Courthouse

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Weld County adds Instagram to communication platforms

Weld County adds Instagram to communication platforms

The new platform will provide an additional avenue for communication with residents.

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