The ideas that they come up with and turn into reality are astonishing. Larimer County employees are always looking for better ways to serve our community, bringing their dedication, effort, and inventive creativity to improve how we deliver services to our community.Larimer County Innovation Awards are a celebration of…
Boards and Commissions are vital to making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important topics affecting our community and help shape the direction of many matters.It’s also a great way to be involved with Larimer County and to serve it. Sound interesting? You might be the person…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted 3 - 0 on Tuesday to extend fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County. Despite periodic precipitation, the danger of wildfire remains high due to above-normal temperatures, extended drought, and persistently windy,…
Ever wonder what your county does? What happens after I’ve voted? Where do I pay my property taxes, and what happens after I pay? Get a first-hand look at these and the many other services Larimer County provides our community every day at LC-101, our interactive class that answers these questions and outlines…
Proposed 0.3% sales tax would fund wildfire protection, natural disaster preparedness, road and bridge safety, and critical community services.During their weekly Administrative Matters meeting on Tuesday morning, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners officially approved a resolution referring a 0.3% sales and use…
Emergency responders, firefighters, law enforcement, and other officials from Northern Colorado packed the expansive, newly constructed Larimer County Emergency Services Building for its official opening and ribbon-cutting on Friday. “This building is really about being ready, prepared and protecting people. It’s…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted 2- 0 on Tuesday to extend fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County. The danger of wildfire, forest, and grass fires remains extremely high due to above-normal temperatures, extended drought, and persistently windy,…
Three groups were recognized by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners for their dedication to the environment in Larimer County at the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Awards. For 31 years, the commissioners have presented these awards to community members, businesses, and organizations to congratulate them and…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted 3- 0 on Tuesday to extend fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County. Despite recent precipitation, the danger of wildfire, forest, and grass fires remains extremely high due to above-normal temperatures, extended…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners today voted 2-0 to adopt increased fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County since the danger of wildfire, forest, and grass fires remains extremely high due to above-normal temperatures, extended drought, and persistently…
Update: On May 6, 2026, increased fire restrictions went into effect and will remain active until May 26. See the current restrictions here: Larimer County increases fire restrictionsOn recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners today voted 2-0 to adopt fire restrictions in…
Boards and Commissions are vital to making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important topics affecting our community and help shape the direction of many matters. It’s also a great way to be involved with Larimer County and to serve it. Sound interesting? You might be the…
Larimer County’s voter-approved tax dollars will soon be at work to address the shortage and high cost of preschool and childcare programs for families in Larimer County. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners and Northern Colorado Kids Thrive https://www.nocokidsthrive.org/ officially executed an agreement…
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted today to appoint a new chair of the board and chair pro tem for 2026 at their regular Administrative Matters meeting. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners reorganizes and votes to appoint a new chair and chair pro tem each year in January.The board voted to appoint…
Larimer County’s Director of Human Services, Heather O’Hayre is the recipient of the 2025 Director of the Year Award from the Colorado Human Services Directors Association. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners also celebrated and recognized O’Hayre at their Administrative Matters meeting. CHSDA recognized her for…
Larimer County Office of Emergency Management coordinator Ricardo Perez is the recipient of the 2025 Brendan Unitt Community Service Award. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners celebrated Perez’s work in the community, particularly in underserved communities, finding ways to help improve their lives. In his work…
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners proclaimed the week of November 4 - 11 as Operation Green Light for all Veterans for serving our nation at their Administrative Matters meeting. Operation Green Light is a national recognition that started in 2021 in New York and is also recognized by the National…
Due to the federal government shutdown, that began on October 1, 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture has informed the State of Colorado that November 2025 SNAP benefits can not be issued at this time. Please visit this page for updated information.
Want to be involved in your county and community? Serving on a Larimer County Board and Commission is a great way to be a part of shaping the future path of your county. County Boards and Commissions are crucial to making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on a variety of important matters…
Larimer County employees are always on the lookout for better, more innovative ways to serve our community. Our most valuable asset is our employees, who bring their dedication, effort, creativity and ingenuity to improve how Larimer County delivers services every day. These innovations were recognized at the annual…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their regular Administrative Matters meeting today voted 3-0 to extend the current fire restrictions adopted on Aug. 7, 2025 in unincorporated Larimer County until Sept. 30, 2025.Even with recent wet weather, the danger of…
Celebrating the 19th Amendment, which gave some women the right to vote, was remembered at the Larimer County League of Women Voters Equity Day celebration. Larimer County Commissioner Kristen Stephens and league member Anne Thompson were honored at the celebration for their leadership and service to our…
Proposed 0.15% sales tax would fund road safety, emergency readiness, and congestion relief projects At their regular public meeting on Tuesday, August 12, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners (BOCC) will consider placing a 0.15% sales and use tax on the November 2025 ballot to fund critical transportation…
On recommendation by the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners today voted 3-0 to adopt fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County since the danger of wildfire, forest and grass fires are great due to above-normal temperatures, lightning strikes, and windy, dry conditions.As of 1 p.m.,…
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners recognized four groups for their dedication to environmental stewardship in Larimer County at the 2025 Environmental Stewardship Awards. The awards mark the 30th year the commissioners have presented the awards to businesses, organizations, and residents to honor their work…
