Jefferson County invites community members to attend an open house meeting on July 10. Explore and discuss draft improvement concepts for the “front side” of Lookout Mountain Road. Held at the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden, from 5 to 7 p.m., this event will be a great opportunity to provide your input.

Help refine the design concepts to improve safety and functionality for all users. Proposed improvements for the 4.1-mile-segment aim to address traffic safety, operations, comfort for motorists and bicyclists, and to reduce conflicts.

On June 5, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, in conjunction with the Golden Police Department, limited waterway activities on Clear Creek. These temporary restrictions extend from the western boundary of unincorporated Jeffco to the eastern edge of Golden.

Water activities prohibited by the order include single-chambered air inflated devices (belly boats, inner tubes, and single chambered rafts), body surfing, and swimming.

With more than two decades of experience in aviation management and operations, Eric Dahl plans to lead RMMA with a strong focus on community and stakeholder engagement. Dahl has held roles as an Aeronautical Analyst at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency and Airport Director at St. Louis Downtown Airport. He has expertise in operations, planning and construction, information technology, and community engagement.

Do you live or work in Jefferson County? Make your voice heard on housing through a community listening session. The event will be held on Saturday, June 22, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Edgewater Council Chambers, 1800 Harlan Street in Edgewater, and will include licensed childcare and refreshments. Join the conversation on attainable housing development. RSVP and share the events with your neighbors.

Just five days remain to return ballots for Jeffco's State Primary. It is too late to mail back your ballot, but there are 37 ballot drop boxes throughout the county. At VoteJeffcoCO.gov you can find your nearest drop box or vote center, register for a free tour of the election center, see the latest ballot return numbers, and more.

Celebrate Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, June 26, by pledging to swap a ride in your car for a ride on two wheels to help improve the region’s air quality. Jefferson County will host a breakfast station from 6:30 to 9 a.m. at 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden. Join us for music, games, food, refreshments, prizes, and fun swag.

One of the duties of the County Treasurer is to invest county funds after county expenses. The report for Jan - May 2024 investment income (monthly interest earned) is now available. This report is generated monthly by Jefferson County Treasurer staff and posted on the County Treasurer webpage.

Back by popular demand, it's Pride Month marriage license seals! Come get your marriage license and ask for one of our colorful, holographic seals to certify your license. Please complete your marriage license application before coming in. Appointments are requested but not required.

June is a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ history, culture and identity. Jefferson County Public Library has programs across all locations segmented by age, so families can introduce themes of identity and celebrating who we are with age-appropriate activities for kids, safe spaces for teens to share and discover, and programs for adults to create community through the common language of music.

Are you looking to unlock your digital potential? Check out Jefferson County Business and Workforce Center’s free introductory computer workshops. Dive into essential skills with live, online sessions covering Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Docs. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your digital literacy and empower yourself in today's tech-driven world. Register today.

Middle and high school teens are invited to join Jefferson County Public Library to create a world of your own imagining. Write a short story based on the prompt by author Jaqueline Woodson by July 31 and win awesome prizes! Winners will be selected in both the Middle School and High School categories and will be judged by a panel of local authors. Learn more about the writing contest.

Jefferson County residents of all ages are invited to join Jeffco Public Library's Summer Challenge. Register now to take new quests through daring reads, discover sensational interests, write inspiring stories, and find new ways to keep adventure alive through all stages of life.

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In Jeffco, we’re dedicated to ensuring everyone feels welcome and thrives. Love is love – joyously and equally celebrated without labels or compromise.

The Jefferson County Commissioners recognized June as LGBTQ+ Pride month in an official proclamation on June 11. Thank you to the community members, elected leaders, and staff who joined us! Look for our pride flag waving proudly this month on your next visit to the county building. Read the full article.

Much of Jefferson County is in the wildland-urban interface. It’s important to think about managing your property's vegetation in terms of an incoming wildfire. Creating a defensible space will give your property a chance at survival. Ensure your roof has a Class A fire rating, and clean out leaves, needles, and other debris from your gutters and around your property. Read more and get sustainability tips.

Join Jeffco Open Space Ranger Sabrina as she explains the seven Principles of Leave No Trace. This video series was produced last year in preparation for the "Gold Standard" partner recognition. A new video will be released every two weeks on social media throughout the summer.

Did you know that you can book a librarian for one-on-one help? This service allows you to schedule an appointment with a librarian for up to one hour of uninterrupted, personalized help with items such as business/nonprofit needs, computer/mobile phone/tablets; e-book/e-readers; job searches, research, or other needs. Book a librarian today.

Purple loosestrife is a semi-aquatic List A perennial that was introduced as an ornamental in the early 1800s. These plants can grow to more than eight feet tall. In Colorado, Purple loosestrife is found below 5,500 feet, and is required to be eliminated (requires herbicides). Flowers should be clipped, bagged, and disposed of. Learn more on the Jeffco Invasive Species Management website.

Jeffco Prosperity Partners (JPP) recently celebrated remarkable accomplishments of its families. JPP program graduates, Ambrosia, Maria, and Charlotte were recognized for their extraordinary achievements, from becoming debt-free and pursuing higher education to launching successful businesses and achieving homeownership. Congratulations, honorees!

Jefferson County Public Library has Study Rooms at its Arvada, Belmar, Columbine, Edgewater, Evergreen, Golden, Lakewood, and Standley Lake locations. These rooms can be reserved 30 days in advance, for up to two hours each day, at no cost. Room capacities vary from one to eight people. View study room guidelines and booking information.

Simms Street is currently closed to through traffic from 112th Avenue to State Highway 128. This closure is estimated to be in place until fall 2024. Once completed, the project will result in a new three-lane roadway, enhanced streetscape, and additional intersection capacity at Highway 128 and Eldorado Boulevard, which will intersect at the northern edge of the project.

Join the City of Lakewood and Belmar for a night to remember at a vibrant community celebration on Wednesday, July 3, from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live bands, kids' activities, local vendors, food trucks, plus an expanded drone light show at approximately 9:15 p.m. This is a pet-friendly event. Learn more about Big Belmar Bash.

Lutheran Hospital will be moving to Clear Creek Crossing on Aug. 3. The City of Wheat Ridge is working to keep the community updated about the legacy campus on 38th Avenue. Stay up to date and learn more on What's Up Wheat Ridge.

Jeffco students and families completed a survey about their school experiences, focusing on the Jeffco Thrives 2025 Strategic Plan. The survey results compared 2,000 school districts nationwide and provided insights to help the district set goals for better serving our community moving forward. From 11,552 responses to the family engagement survey, 74% of Jeffco families feel their children are safe at school.

Come hang out in the park with Foothills Park & Recreation District for free Concerts in Clement Park, Thursday nights at 7 p.m., June 6 through Aug. 8 (no concert July 4). Find the band lineup and event details on the Concerts in Clement Park webpage.

Inside Arvada shares conversations with the people who make Arvada a thriving community. Hear stories about the past, present, and future of Arvada through the lens of the city team members who help make it all happen. Recent topics include city festivals, parks and urban design, Neighbors Connected, transportation, and more! Search "Inside Arvada" wherever you listen to podcasts or visit ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast.

Colorado Gives Foundation is thrilled to present two free musical pop-up performances. Some of the most talented musicians from Denver Young Artists Orchestra and Lakewood Symphony Orchestra will be performing free concerts on July 13 (Belmar) and July 27 (Colorado Mills). Bring the family and add a touch of music to your summer weekends.

Each Wednesday through July 31, enjoy free family-friendly outdoor concerts and performances at Anderson Park. There will be children's shows from 10-10:45 a.m., and evening concerts from 6:30-8 p.m. The evening shows will include food trucks. Anderson Park is located at West 44th Avenue and Field Street in Wheat Ridge. Find details and see the event schedule.

July is National Park and Recreation Month. To celebrate “Where You Belong”, Apex will play bingo again with fun activities, fitness classes, and more. Beginning June 24, pick up your BINGO card and use the month of July to get BINGO, or fill in the entire card to be entered into a grand prize drawing. Activities include Popsicles at the Pad, Sunnies at Secrest, Love at Lake Arbor, KidsTRY, Art Drop, and a few surprises.

Do you want to learn how to support someone facing a mental health crisis? Mental Health First Aid prepares you to help in a mental health emergency, making the difference in the lives of those around you. Sign up today for one of Jefferson Center's upcoming trainings.

The City of Wheat Ridge has been honored as a 2024 All-America City Hall of Fame Inductee by the National Civic League, celebrating its exceptional commitment to resident engagement through the innovative “Let’s Talk Resident Engagement Program".

Registration for fall programs opens at 10 a.m. on July 9 for residents and 10 a.m. on July 11 for nonresidents. Visit Lakewood.org/Register or stop by any recreation center to sign up. Interested in programs and activities specifically for active adults 55 and older? Select the “Active Adult 55+” tab on the website, pick up a newsletter at any recreation center, or stop by Clements Community Center to learn more.

People who want to support nonprofits helping those experiencing homelessness can now do so through ColoradoGives.org and benefit from state tax credits. Nonprofit partners celebrate the passage of Senate Bill 16 (SB24-016) that allows taxpayers to make charitable contributions through a qualified intermediary, like ColoradoGives.org, and claim a state tax income credit.

The City of Wheat Ridge is working on a City Plan, and wants to hear from you. The City Plan, often often called a comprehensive plan, will articulate the community’s vision for the next 20 years, establish shared values, and identify future priorities. Fill out the survey before June 28.

Explore Lakewood parks and recreation in July during Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association. Lakewood recreation centers present special offers, including free days and discounts on select passes. Get full details.