On Tuesday, July 31, the Quarry Fire was first discovered in Jefferson County. The response and efforts by multiple agencies were not only impressive but a testament to teamwork and collaboration. I want to extend a personal thank you to all the fire figh…
The Jeffco Commissioners are proud of the ongoing efforts at Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) to build libraries for the future. Many exciting capital projects are underway including a redesign of the Arvada Library in Olde Town, planning for a new …
In Jefferson County, we’re dedicated to ensuring everyone feels welcome and thrives. Love is love – joyously and equally celebrated without labels or compromise.
Jefferson County Commissioners recognized June as LGBTQ+ Pride month in an official …
The 2024 Budget was adopted by the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 14, 2023. Following the conclusion of the 2024 budget process, county staff quickly pivoted to focus on the 2025 budget and began work earlier than in years past. …
In a recent announcement, Pocketalk revealed the winners of their annual Impact Awards, and we’re proud to share that Clerk Amanda Gonzalez was recognized as the Community Builder of the Year. This prestigious award honors Clerk Gonzalez&rsq…
The Clerk’s office is proud to unveil a new MV Express kiosk at the Golden King Soopers store. Kiosks are a quick, convenient way to renew vehicle registrations. “Government really should work for the people,” said Clerk Amanda Gonzalez, “I…
Recently, Governor Polis signed into law Senate Bill 72, which expands access to voting for eligible voters being held in Colorado jails. Having the right to vote is very different than actually being able to vote, which is what the bill aimed to correct …
Matter of Fact, a national show anchored by Soledad O’Brien, came to Jeffco to learn more about Clerk Amanda Gonzalez’s leadership during this pivotal moment in election administration. As the first Latina, first queer person, and the youngest county cler…
This past week winners of both the Clearie Awards and the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards were announced, and Jeffco was honored by both. The Clearie Awards are given out annually by the US Election Assistance Commission for bes…
In December 2023, the Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder's Office invited community members to submit “I Voted” sticker designs for use in 2024 elections. There were three categories for submissions; adult (over 18), youth (18 and un…
The Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder’s Office has a new online service to help homeowners combat concerns over title fraud. “While title fraud is rare, it is possible, and I want homeowners to have every opportunity possible to proactive…
The Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder office hold its twice-a-year Passport-palooza events in January and May! These events are open to anyone in need of a new (first-time or expired by more than five years) passport, and no appointment is required. H…
On June 11, 1978, the nude body of Jeannette Louise Baca, DOB 12/05/1960 was found dumped and concealed 6.7 miles south of US Hwy 285 on Foxton Road in Conifer, Colorado. Her body was located by two hikers in the area and was found at the bottom of a 10 f…
Colleen Barrett was sharing a residence on the 5800 block of Rapp Street in Englewood with boyfriend Robert Alurac until July 19, 2007, when she went missing. A few days later, on July 23, a real estate agent showing a home near Morrison discovered Alurac…
On Aug. 18, 1963, Margaret “Peggy” Beck, a 16-year-old Girl Scout aide, was found dead at the Flying G Ranch Girl Scout camp near Deckers. Beck, who had been sleeping alone in a tent near many other campers, had been sexually assaulted and stran…
On Sunday, April 27, 1986, hikers found the body of a white male in a drainage ditch at Highway 6, about 4.5 miles west of Highway 58. The body was identified as 29-year-old Dellmer Betts, who had recently been released from prison after serving time for …
On June 9, 1965, neighbors in the 1800 block of Cody Street heard yelling at about 2 p.m. They went outside to discover Elie Boisvert had been cut, and he was yelling at a male to leave. Witnesses described the person as a black male, 35 to 40 years of ag…
On July 31, 1982, the nude body of Helen Burton, DOB 03/16/1923 was found by a child and his father while playing in the park located on Deer Creek Canyon Road in Littleton, Colorado. Helen was reported missing out of Denver City on July 10, 1982 and was …
On Nov. 3, 1972, Frederich H. Cassel began to complain of chest congestion. He was admitted to the hospital on November 9 of that year, and, after feeling better, he was released on Nov. 30. Cassel was then readmitted to the hospital on Dec. 8, 1972, comp…
On April 14, 1990 hikers on North Table Mountain located the body of a female in a ravine just off of Highway 58. Investigation determined that the body was that of 15 year old Jessica Caudill, who had been deceased for several days.Jessica was a runaway …
On Saturday, Nov. 1949, 38-year-old Harold Murphy Cohen was reported missing to the Denver Police Department. Cohen, who went by the name Murphy or “Murph,” was a known gambler and fight referee. He had reportedly attended a ceremonial dinner at…
On April 15, 1975, Melanie “Suzy” Cooley left Nederland High School where she was a senior. She was last seen hitchhiking in Nederland. A road maintenance worker found her body on May 2, 1975, in Coal Creek Canyon.
Cooley was last seen wearing bl…
On Sunday, Nov. 11, 1970, residents found a body in a ditch in the 4900 block of South Wadsworth Boulevard. The body was identified as 46-year-old Hollis “Jim” Corriveau Sr. Corriveau was last seen at about 8 p.m. on the evening of Nov…
On November 24, 1985, the nude body of Lenora Cristina Cortez, DOB 06/02/1964 was found on the side of US Hwy 285 and Light Lane in Conifer, Colorado by a motorist. Lenora was identified by her family members and was described as a transient without a per…
The body of 30-year-old Nora Lois Coursey was found on July 9, 1957, about a mile west of Phillipsburg on Colorado State Highway 124 (Deer Creek Canyon Road). Coursey had been missing since June 19, 1957, when she attended an afternoon birthday party with…
On September 17, 1986, two employees were loading gravel on outlying Coors property, east of Highway 58 and McIntyre Street. They found a badly decomposed body in the nearby brush. Investigation determined that the body was that of 26 year old Julia DeTem…
The Air Force nurse from San Antonio was visiting her brother in South Jefferson County on Nov. 19, 2006. She was last seen at her brother’s house near Kipling and C-470.Dotson was to report back to the Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio two days afte…
On October 27, 2017, Steven Einsphar, also known as Steve Sparr, was last seen getting into a vehicle at an acquaintance’s house near the area of South Kuehster Road and Dancing Bear Trail. During the course of the investigation inform…
During the late afternoon of July 13, 1981, a resident in the 4000 block of Easley road in Golden reported what appeared to be a dead body on his property. The sheriff’s office responded and found the body of Elvin Victor Fuster, a 19-year-old male who ha…
On October 28, 1990, the body of Jose San Juan Garcia, DOB 05/20/1960 was found on the south side of Interstate 70 at mile marker 249. Jose had received multiple gunshot wounds. Jose was a Mexican national who was working and living in Vail, Colorado. The…
On February 12, 1982, the body of John Joseph Garrick JR, DOB 11/04/1946 was found at his residence located at 132 Paradise Road in Golden, Colorado. John had received multiple gunshot wounds to his body. He was found by two construction workers who had b…
On Jan. 31, 1995, Lucas Gonzales left his home with his uncle at about 2 p.m. He told his wife he would be back within 45 minutes. Gonzales and his uncle were in a white, two-door, 1992 Hyundai Excel. The uncle said he dropped Gonzales off near 46th and F…
On the morning of April 7, 1984, deputies responded to a report of a body lying on the front seat of a parked vehicle at Mother Cabrini Shrine, located near I-70 and Highway 40 in Golden. At the scene, deputies found the body of Mark Groezinger lying in t…
Mitchell Hein was 23 years old in 1983 when he left his parents’ house in Golden and headed to Oklahoma. Hein had spent some time wandering from place to place, including Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma and California.
Hein was allegedly traveling with friends i…
On May 19, 1976, at about 2:58 a.m., 21-year old Camp George West Honor Camp inmate Jarl Hoffman was playing billiards in the recreation building with other inmates when someone from outside, near Old Golden Road, shot him. A vehicle was seen speeding awa…
On Sept. 1, 1979, a family picking cattails found a body down an embankment, near Indiana and West 82nd Avenue. The body was later identified as Linda Hutchings, a 17-year-old Arvada resident, who was reported missing to the Arvada Police Department on Au…
Ronald Kuetemeier, 57 years of age, was last seen at his home in Evergreen on Friday, June 14, 2013. His wife contacted the sheriff’s office to report him as a missing person the following day. Kuetemeier works in the IT field and is currently unemployed….
On July 2, 1979, at about 9:30 p.m., drivers along West 64th Avenue, about one-half mile west of Easley, found a man’s body in the road. The body was identified as 27-year-old John Lilly, who had died of gunshot wounds. Lilly, who was known to sell drugs,…
On April 7, 1994, human remains were found by a US Forest Service worker in the area of Forest Service Road 695 and County Road 96. The remains were later identified to be that of Dennis Oscar Lingaas, DOB 04/20/1945. Dennis was reported missing out of De…
On February 22, 1995, the body of Eugene Lucero, DOB 11/23/1945 was found in the White Ranch Open Space Park west of Golden, Colorado. Eugene was a Metro Taxi Cab driver and picked up a passenger at the Sapp Brother’s Truck Stop at I-70 and Quebec Street …
On December 14, 2012, three hikers in the area of Red Rocks Park contact a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Deputy at the Trading Post. They told the Deputy that while they were hiking west of the amphitheater they discovered a human skeleton. …
On or about April 29, 1988, 19-year-old Shannon Rose MacLean was hitchhiking with a female friend on Broadway between Evans and Mississippi in Denver. The women got a ride from a white man, described as being in his early 30s with a chubby build. He was b…
On August 16, 1976, at 8:30 a.m., Richard Gary Malin, DOB 03/10/1941 was found deceased by his wife at their residence located at 30290 Palomino Drive in Evergreen, Colorado. Richard was found just inside the front door of the residence and had been shot….
On Aug. 25, 1981, Jeannie Moore left her home for work at the Tenneco gas station at 13th and Wadsworth. As usual, she began hitchhiking at the onramp from Harlan to westbound I-70 at about 7:10 a.m. An employee and a customer at a nearby gas station, alo…
Brandi Jo Malonson’s family last saw her in December 2006 when she left their house in South Jefferson County. Malonson was on probation at the time of her disappearance and has a history of drug use. A few months after her disappearance, friends and asso…
On May 15, 1988, residents of a Deer Creek Canyon home experienced problems with their toilet. After trying several remedies, the residents opened the septic tank and discovered a body inside. With help from Aspen Septic Service and the Jefferson County C…
On April 13, 1969, a family picnicking found the body of 17-year-old Joyce Neill about three miles up Golden Gate Park Road from the turn off to Crawford Gulch. Neill’s body was located down an embankment from the road. She had moved to Denver from Arizon…
On May 24, 1977 workers for Robinson Brick arrived at the entrance to the Chieftain Mine, immediately west of the Lakewood Motorcycle Park located at about 15000 West Alameda Parkway. Upon exiting the gate at about 6:40 am they discovered the body of John…
On February 4, 2019, Jacob C. Paddock-Weeks was reported missing. He was last seen on February 2, 2019, in the area of U.S. Highway 285 near Mile Marker 246 after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. An attempt to locate Jacob w…
On Oct. 26, 1986, two fishermen arrived on the west side of Chatfield State Park near South Wadsworth Boulevard to go fishing. Their dog located a body partially covered with brush. Investigation determined the body was that of 24-year-old Judy Pillman, w…
On September 6, 2002, Terry Schmidt, DOB 01/21/1949 was reported missing while staying at the Lost Valley Ranch located at 29555 Goose Creek Road. Terry had traveled with her husband, Wiltz Wagner, from Indiana to attend an annual conference. Terry&rs…
On July 28, 1989, a man trying to find a hubcap discovered a body down an embankment about one-half mile west of Highway 93 on Golden Gate Canyon Road. The body was identified as Sharon Stone, who had also used the names Sharon Flynn and Sharon Geionety. …
On July 24, 2000, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received a telephone call from a Jefferson County Open Space worker who advised that skeletal remains were found on Mount Galbraith located on Golden Gate Canyon Road in Golden, Colorado. T…
On Aug. 27, 1972, skeletal remains were found on Forest Road 554, about one mile east of the Park and Jefferson County lines. The remains were determined to be that of a female, about 17 to 23 years of age, between 5 foot and 5 foot 3 inches tall with dar…
On Feb. 13, 1977, hikers discovered a body in a military-type, mummy style sleeping bag, about 100 feet over the embankment from Highway 285, a mile south of Colorado Highway 8. An autopsy indicated the male body had been there between 30 and 60 days befo…
On March 24, 1966, a man out on a drive found a male baby wrapped in blue cloth. The man had stopped in a pull-out 2 miles south of Simms on Alameda and saw the baby down an embankment. The newborn was determined to have been full term and had died of exp…
Rick VanDuyn, a 27-year-old Genesee resident, was working as a security guard for Evergreen Security on Sunday, Oct. 19, 1986. After picking up the day’s proceeds from the Safeway in Conifer, he drove in his marked, Evergreen Security car to the Mountain …
On October 2, 1961, 74-year-old Rosetta Witt was shot in her small grocery store attached to her home at 5050 Carr St. at about 10:44 a.m. Money was missing from the cash register. Shortly before the shooting, a white male (depicted in the composite drawi…
Looking to get ahead in your professional life in the New Year? Join the Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center for their FREE workshops to help develop your resume, learn how to make an impression at a career fair, and much more.
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The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) has been placed on an enrollment freeze due to a lack of State and Federal funding.
To indicate your interest in receiving CCAP benefits in the future, please complete an eligibility questionnaire and emai…
Looking to get ahead in your professional life in December? Join the Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center for their FREE workshops to help develop your resume, learn how to make an impression at a career fair, and much more.
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Do you have professional or lived experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities or Developmental Delays? Are you interested in supporting community members with disabilities?
Jefferson County Case Management Agency (CMA) is recruiting members…
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps cover heating and energy costs for families and individuals that qualify. LEAP accepts applications every year beginning November 1 through April 30. LEAP is not intended to pay the entire cos…
Looking to get ahead in your professional life in November? Join the Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center for their FREE workshops to help develop your resume, learn how to make an impression at a career fair, and much more.
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Looking to get ahead in your professional life in October? Join the Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center for their FREE workshops to help develop your resume, learn how to make an impression at a career fair, and much more.
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Do you have professional or lived experience with medical and/or intellectual disabilities? Are you interested in supporting community members with disabilities?
Jefferson County Case Management Agency (CMA) is recruiting members for its Community Advisory…
Looking to get ahead in your professional life in September? Join the Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center for their FREE workshops to help develop your resume, learn how to make an impression at a career fair, and much more.
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August is full of great opportunities to improve professional development for FREE with the Jefferson County Business and Workforce Center's workshops. Check out their full list of offerings this month:
Career Exploration for Job Seekers & Car…
Jefferson County Human Services is excited to announce that Tim Young has been selected as the director of the new Case Management Agency Division, which will grow the county's Single-Entry Point (SEP) offerings to include care for, among other c…
Human Services and Laramie buildings are open for in-person services Mondays through Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Human Services’ lobby for Medicaid, food, and cash assistance does not accept appointments and closes at 4:30 p.m. Buildings are clo…
Gold Stevie® Award for Technology Team of the Year
The American Business Awards honored the Jeffco Innovation Team in the category of Technology Team of the Year with a Gold Stevie® Award, the top award. The Innovation Team inside of the Business …
Charging your electric car in Jefferson County is about to get a little easier. The county is installing new electric vehicle charging stations at popular Jefferson County parks. Some of the stations will also provide additional charging for county vehicl…
The Fall 2022 Innovation Internship Program has ended, and we are proud of the achievements of this cohort! The interns at Business Innovation & Technology (BIT) spent their Fall?term working with Jeffco employees across several departments to researc…
The 2022 Summer Innovation Internship Program has ended, and we are proud of the achievements of this cohort! The interns at Business Innovation & Technology (BIT) spent their summer semester working with Jeffco employees across several depar…
Jefferson County is excited to launch a new website and app, YourJeffco, that enables citizens, visitors, and business owners in the county to report issues and concerns about roads and bridges maintained by Jefferson County.
Visit the YourJeffco web porta…
Granicus, the premier provider of government experience cloud tools, recently announced the winners of its 13th annual Digital Government Awards.
Team Jeffco's Marlin McDaniel was honored with the Innovator of the Year Award. McDaniel founded and …
The Jefferson County Archives has been very busy over the past year implementing a newly designed website to make historical information about the county easier to find. It contains links to a keyword searchable catalog, a brand-new digital collections si…
The 2022 Spring Innovation Internship Program has come to a close and we are proud of the achievements of this cohort! The interns at Business Innovation & Technology spent their spring semesters working with Jeffco employees across several department…
Jefferson County is committed to engaging communities around issues that matter to them. Over the past two years, we have taken steps to ensure community members have convenient access to public meetings wherever they are. By deploying new technology in c…
In 2021, the Jefferson County Elections division was the recipient of a 2020 Clearinghouse Award from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, a federal body that recognizes election administrators across the country for innovation. Jeffco was honored for…
In 2020, Jefferson County's Innovation Team conducted an analysis on county cellular service and identified an opportunity to significantly reduce annual operating costs. With help from several departments, the team organized comprehensive networ…
Read the Engage Jeffco December Issue to find out about county news, community events, classes, health and safety tips, announcements and much more!
Our ongoing goal is to make Engage Jeffco a great resource for citizens to stay updated on county news, imp…
Adorned with approximately 300 tags, Jefferson County's annual Giving Tree is now up in the atrium of the Administration and Courts Facility. The Giving Tree program continues the tradition of including gift tags with holiday gift wishes from som…
Jefferson County utilizes virtual town halls as a tool to provide updates and to interact with community members regarding important county business. This popular way to reach out has helped the commissioners stay in touch with thousands of Jefferson Coun…
This is an important Commissioner Corner for me, because following the election there is much to celebrate, reflect on, and prepare for. First off, I want to share my gratitude to Jefferson County voters for again selecting me to represent District 2 as C…
Jefferson County taxpayers will soon receive a TABOR refund check in the mail, as required by the state’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) Amendment.
TABOR requires governments in Colorado to refund revenue collected above the TABOR li…
Resource management is crucial for sustainability and financial responsibility. Jefferson County’s Planning and Zoning Division made significant strides in reducing operational costs while contributing to environmental stewardship. A key initiative that e…
Jefferson County is excited to announce that Simms Street in northern Jefferson County will reopen for public travel on Oct. 11, 2024. This vital roadway was reconstructed in a new alignment between the intersections of 112th Avenue and CO 128 to enhance …
For some, the county budget may seem like nothing more than a thick pile of indecipherable numbers, detailed charts, and spreadsheets.For us, it captures the community’s funding priorities and how we best leverage taxpayer dollars to deliver cou…
The virtual town hall originally scheduled for July 31 was postponed due to the Quarry Fire. The town hall has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 7 p.m. Jefferson County Commissioners Lesley Dahlkemper, Andy Kerr, and Tracy Kraft-Tharp will …
On Tuesday, July 8, the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to place a question on the November ballot. After months of extensive community outreach and research, the Board of Commissioners expressed during a public hearing that they…
Lookout Mountain Road is an iconic destination that provides access to local communities, open spaces, historical sites, trails, stunning views of the front range, and lots of recreation opportunities. This roadway serves various users, from bicyclists an…
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) is excited to announce Erick Alan Dahl as the new airport director after an extensive selection process.With more than two decades of experience in aviation management and operations, Dahl plans to lead RMMA with…
Each year, Jefferson County recognizes outstanding Jeffco residents who are contributing positively to our community and the planet, playing a key role in turning the county’s Climate Action Plan into a reality. On May 21 at the Board of County …
Lookout Mountain Road is an iconic destination that provides access to local communities, open spaces, historical sites, trails, stunning views of the front range, and lots of recreation opportunities. This roadway serves various users, from bicyclists an…
On Monday, Jan. 29, Jefferson County held a ribbon cutting at Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) to commemorate the launch of a new electric vehicle (EV) pilot program. This project is a collaboration between Jefferson County’s Sustainability Program (…
Jefferson County is excited to kickoff the Together Jeffco: County Plans and Regulations Update, a two-year process which combines efforts to update several county plans. We want to hear from you — help define the vision and rules that will shap…
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) began construction on the first section of the I-70 Floyd Hill Project on Thursday, July 6. From west of Evergreen to eastern Idaho Springs, this project encompasses an eight mile section of the I-70 Mounta…
From under the kitchen sink to the shelves of the garage, household hazardous waste can readily be found in most residences.
Household hazardous waste (HHW) is any chemical or product that can cause serious illness or pose environmental or health…
The late-season hunting access at Centennial Cone Park will begin December 1, closing the park to all other uses through the end of January. Mayhem Gulch parking lot along US Hwy 6 will remain open. The majority of the park will reopen to multi-use recrea…
UPDATE: November 1, 2024
Closure gates are expected to be functional by winter 2024/2025. Testing and training will occur for those with administrative access, including law enforcement and first responders. Motorists can anticipate intermittent closures a…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is tracking a rise in pertussis cases, an illness also known as whooping cough. JCPH urges individuals and families to take s…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — The new Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS) data shows important gains in youth mental health and well-being in Jefferson County. The HCKS has collected s…
Jefferson County, Colo. – Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is breaking down barriers to quality care through a new mobile clinic van. This represents a significant milestone in the ongoing commitment to providing essential medical services to our com…
Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) has confirmed the first case of tularemia in a Wheat Ridge resident. This is the first positive human case of tularemia in Jefferson County in 2024.
Tularemia is a bacteria…
Jefferson County, Colo. — A bat found in Lakewood in the area of the Kendrick Lake Neighborhood has tested positive for rabies. This is the first rabid animal to be found in Jefferson County in 2024.
Rabies is caused by a virus that is deadly in people and…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is pleased to announce the release of both our 2023 Annual Report to the County and 2024 County Health Improvement Plan (CHIP…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — At Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH), we take great pride in our county and are grateful for the chance to serve our residents, striving to make our home a hea…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County Public Health recognizes the critical role food plays in how we connect to our health, history, culture and community. In a world marked by many d…
Jefferson County, Colo. — Water is one of the most vital resources in the world. It is essential for sustaining life and supporting various forms of life within ecosystems. Much of the water we use comes from underground, called groundw…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Being a new parent is a lot of work. Bringing your newborn home from the hospital can be both exciting and overwhelming. Families in Jefferson County now have a new, free r…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Over the past 17 years, more than half of the homes in Jefferson County have tested positive for high radon levels and because of Colorado's geology [exte…
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***Press Release updated on November 29***
Jefferson County, Colo. — Communities worldwide observe World AIDS Day every year on December 1. It is a day to remember those who have lost their …
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Jefferson County, Colo. — The holiday season is right around the corner and often food is at the center of most celebrations. As many people get ready to prepare their holiday meals for fri…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Ensuring our children are happy and thriving in a safe and healthy environment is extremely important to us all. Identifying lead-hazards at home is crucial in cre…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — On Sept.26, 2023, the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners announced they appointed Sarah Lampe as the newest member of the Jefferson County Board of Hea…
Jefferson County, Colo. – On Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, a cat located in the area of Meyer Ranch Park located at S. Turkey Creek Road and Highway 285 tested positive for plague. The cat is the first case of plague in Jefferson County this year. T…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – As we enter respiratory illness season, Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is encouraging the community to get vaccinated and help reduce disease transmission of three c…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – Septic systems generally go unnoticed until something goes wrong. This fall, don’t let things get backed up. Sept. 18-22 is SepticSmart week, an…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – Disasters disrupt lives every year, leaving behind lasting effects on both people and property. In Jefferson County, emergency events can range from natural events like wil…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is looking for community members who want to help shape the future of public health in our community. As the department begins the pro…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is August 31, 2023, and Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) and the Points West Syringe Services Program are encouraging resid…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – The Jefferson County Board of Health (BOH) and Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) are excited to announce Executive Director finalist Dr. Sarah Story, Ph.D., MPP, MPH as the new Exec…
Jefferson County, Colo. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program with the WIC Premiere Breastfeeding Aw…
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Jefferson County, Colo. – As anyone who has nursed a baby — or loved someone who nursed a baby — knows, breastfeeding can be a beautiful, difficult and complex journey. For National Breastfeeding Month, celebrated each ye…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Health is a top consideration for Jeffco families year-round, and when parents make sure their kids are up-to-date on all immunizations, they’re doing more than …
Jefferson County, CO — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Jefferson County. Additionally, WNV has been found in mosquitoes in at least seven coun…
Jefferson County, Colo. – Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is excited to announce a finalist candidate for the currently open Executive Director position. Dr. Sarah Story, Ph.D., MPP, MPH, will be completing the multi-step, comprehensive interview pr…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, food access — or a lack thereof — became more apparent in many people’s lives than it ever had been before. …
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Jefferson County, Colo. — As the weather warms up and community members start spending more time outdoors, Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is sharing information to keep animals and insects fr…
Jefferson County, Colo. — The Jefferson County Board of Health has hired an interim Executive Director for Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH). Jeff Zayach, MS, will serve in this role as the department continues its recruitment efforts for a full-time,…
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Following approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration [external link] and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [external link], Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) will now be offering the upd…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — As Jeffco residents and visitors begin to spend more time outdoors this spring and summer, Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) wants to remind everyone about the importan…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — In recent years, rates of some sexually-transmitted infections (STIs) have been on the rise in Jeffco, Colorado and nationwide, including a concerning increase in syphilis …
Jefferson County, Colo. — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated the authorizations and recommended vaccine schedules on April 18, 2023. With this update, monovalent vaccines (the vaccines recommended as a primary series before the updat…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Jefferson County is a place worth celebrating. It’s filled with vibrant communities, diverse cultures and, above all else, wonderful people. At Jefferson County P…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Water is a precious resource throughout Colorado, and one that we all must work to protect. One of the most important sources of water here in Jefferson County is groundwat…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — Being a parent can be incredibly challenging and rewarding, especially during little ones’ earliest years or when a child has special healthcare needs. To help fa…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — January is National Radon Action Month, and Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is encouraging residents to protect themselves and loved ones from dangerous radon gas by …
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Jefferson County, Colo. — A skunk found on Jan. 2, 2023 in Morrison near W. Belleview and Quincy Avenues has tested positive for rabies. This is the first rabid animal to be found in Jefferson Count…
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Jefferson County, Colo. — As of Dec. 9, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration [external link] and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [external link] have approved the bivalent booster …
Update November 1, 2024
The project is nearing completion but is still an active work zone. The contractor will apply occasional lane closures or shifts. Please drive slowly and use caution in the construction zone for your safety and that of the…
Jefferson County, CO. – On December 7, 2024, at 11:25 p.m., during a routine walk of the jail, a detentions deputy found a 64-year-old male inmate unresponsive in his cell. CPR was initiated, and Narcan was administered by deputies and…
Jefferson County, CO. – A team of assessors with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) will arrive on December 1st to examine all aspects of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, including its policy and pr…
Jefferson County, CO. – On November 19, 2024, the JCSO arrested Jesus Alberto Pereira Castillo – (DOB 040504) for the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl.
On August 29, 2024, at about 11:00 p.m., deputies responded to a south…
Jefferson County, CO. – On November 10, 2024, at about 6:45 P.M. deputies responded to the 12100 block of Bear Park Road on a death investigation. The daughter of the residents went to the home of her parents after being unable to reach them on …
Jefferson County, CO. – On November 6, 2024, at about 8:45 p.m., deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a disturbance at a residence in the 3400 block of Burnham Drive. A concerned neighbor called 911 after encountering a man, ident…
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