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Larimer County Mosquito Sample Tests Positive for West Nile Virus

A sample of the mosquito population in Larimer County tested positive for West Nile virus. They were found in the southeast area of Fort Collins. This marks the beginning of heightened risk for residents, especially as warmer weather leads to increased mosquito activity throughout the region. So far this year, no…

Posted: Department: Health

Watson Lake Death – June 22, 2025

On June 22, 2025, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the northside area of Watson Lake to investigate the death of an 80-year-old male. For more information regarding the circumstances of the death, please refer to the press releases from the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office:https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/…

Posted: Department: Coroner

Update on Deceased Person Located at Watson Lake

6/23/25 Update: The Larimer County Coroner's Office confirmed the person's identity as Larry Baker of Fort Collins. They determined that his death was an accidental drowning. Our hearts go out to all who knew and loved Larry. We share in your grief and will continue to keep you in our thoughts in the difficult days and…

Posted: Department: Sheriff

Larimer County Health Department urges residents to stay safe as temperatures climb

With several days of high temperatures in the forecast, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) is reminding everyone to know how to recognize signs of heat-related illness and take simple steps to stay cool, hydrated, and healthy.Heat-related deaths are on the rise across the United States, with…

Posted: Department: Health

Tularemia Detected in Larimer County: Residents and Visitors Reminded to Take Simple Steps to Stay Safe Outdoors

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) has confirmed a human case of tularemia in a resident of Larimer County. Health officials are reminding residents and visitors that a few simple precautions can help prevent illness from ticks and other wildlife while enjoying the outdoors this summer.…

Posted: Department: Health

Update in Search for Missing Fort Collins Man

6/23/25: The Larimer County Coroner's Office confirmed the person's identity as Larry Baker of Fort Collins. They determined that his death was an accidental drowning. Our hearts go out to all who knew and loved Larry. We share in your grief and will continue to keep you in our thoughts in the difficult days and weeks…

Posted: Department: Sheriff

Grazing, growing, and making electricity: Agrivoltaics Demo Day

To many, the image of solar panels evokes the singular idea of generating electricity from the sun's energy. But it’s a lot more, as 40 producers, land managers, researchers, and community members learned at the Front Range Agrivoltaics Demo Day at Jack’s Solar Garden in Longmont on June 10.Hosted by Larimer…

Posted: Department: Extension

Three Suspects Arrested During Child Predator Operation

Larimer County investigators recently arrested three men for trying to buy sex from children.Earlier this week, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office conducted an operation targeting child predators. Investigators posed as minors selling sexual acts on local websites and forums. Over 100 people responded to the listings, and…

Posted: Department: Sheriff

Habitat for Humanity 2025 Application

Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity's 2025 Homebuyer Application round is currently OPEN through Monday, June 30, 2025. Please visit their application page to complete the orientation, pass the quiz, and download applicable documents. Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity is an affordable homeownership program. Their goal…

Posted: Department: Housing

Connecting Colorado Modernization Updates

The Connecting Colorado platform, Colorado's statewide workforce system, utilized by job seekers and businesses to connect, is being upgraded. While these upgrades are in progress, the platform is experiencing some temporary technical issues. We appreciate your patience as the state and our team work to resolve these…

Posted: Department: Economic and Workforce Development

Choosing the right homeowner’s insurance coverage

When an emergency strikes and damages your home, knowing what’s covered in your homeowner’s insurance is essential in the recovery process. Homeowner's insurance is crucial to owning a home, and recent changes in insurance costs and coverage might have homeowners wondering about their coverage. Homeowners in some…

Posted: Department: Assessor

Loveland Fatal Crash – May 30, 2025

On May 30, 2025, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the Medical Center of the Rockies Emergency Department to investigate the death of a 75-year-old male. The decedent was transported after being involved in a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Southeast 42nd Street and Highway 287 in Loveland,…

Posted: Department: Coroner

Second half property tax payment deadline

Larimer County Treasurer and Public Trustee Irene Josey reminds property owners that the deadline to pay the second half of their 2024 property taxes is Monday, June 16. The due date is typically June 15, but because it falls on a weekend this year, the deadline has been extended to the next business day.This deadline…

Posted: Department: Treasurer and Public Trustee

2025 Housing Resource Guide

The Larimer County Office of Housing Stability presents the 2025 Larimer County Housing Resource Guide. Whether you are experiencing homelessness, renting, living in a mobile home, looking to buy or are a homeowner, this resource guide is for you! Inside you will find information on and resources for:Emergency…

Posted: Department: Housing

Larimer County Natural Resources asks visitors to "Rate Your Day" this summer

LOVELAND – Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is excited to launch its third year of ‘Rate Your Day,’ a visitor satisfaction survey aimed at capturing community feedback following park and open space visits. Whether you're hiking, camping, or simply enjoying nature, LCDNR wants to hear from you.From…

Posted: Department: Natural Resources

47th Annual Conrad Ball Award Ceremony to be held September 26

The 47th annual Conrad Ball Award Ceremony will take place on Friday, September 26, 2025 at the Fort Collins Country Club. Doors open at 5pm and the ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6pm. Nominations are being accepted for the 47th Annual Conrad Ball Award to recognize an individual or team for their significant…

Posted: Department: Community Justice Alternatives

We dare you – to be prepared, of course

Dare to Prepare, a free summer preparedness class is being offered to the community by the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management. The class is an educational program divided into six modules focusing on preparedness, readiness, personal resilience, disaster management, community building, and leadership. The…

Posted: Department: Emergency Management

New Air Quality Monitoring Station Unveiled in Loveland

Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE), in partnership with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Air Pollution Control Division, the City of Loveland, and the Larimer County Commissioners, proudly announced the establishment of a new air quality monitoring station in Loveland on…

Posted: Department: Health

Crawford Child Advocacy Center receives needed upgrade

This May, The Crawford Child Advocacy Center (CCAC) received an audio upgrade courtesy of a District Attorney's employee. The Crawford Center is a local nonprofit agency whose mission is to prevent and respond to abuse and victimization through proven child-centered methods, professional forensic interviews, and…

Posted: Department: District Attorney

Construction mobilization to begin at Carter Lake for Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) road improvements

LOVELAND — The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR), in partnership with the Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD), is initiating preliminary staging work at Carter Lake in preparation for a multi-year, multi-phase construction project aimed at improving roads and enhancing visitor access at both…

Posted: Department: Natural Resources

Building Permit fees and Planning & Engineering Development Review fees to increase 2.27% on July 1, 2025

In 2008, the Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution authorizing the Building Division to annually adjust Building Permit Fee Schedule Tables 1-A, 1-B, 1-C, and 1-E based on the US Department of Labor/Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Denver-Boulder-Greeley, Colorado area. Based on…

Posted: Department: Community Development

Larimer County releases draft transportation plan for public comment

A new draft transportation plan for unincorporated Larimer County, designed to improve safety, reduce congestion, and expand multimodal access through 2050, is available for public review and comment. The just-released draft Larimer on the Move Transportation Plan https://fhu.mysocialpinpoint.com/larimer-on-the-…

Posted: Department: Engineering

Investigation Concludes in Loveland Case Involving Council Member

The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has finished the criminal investigation into a Loveland case involving a city council member.In late March, LCSO received a request to investigate an incident that happened in Dwayne Webster Park. On March 29, 2025, multiple people got into an argument at the park, which is located in…

Posted: Department: Sheriff

County Transportation Impact Fees to rise by 4.44 % Effective July 1, 2025

Larimer County's Transportation Capital Expansion Fees will increase by 4.44% on July 1, 2025. The adjustment in the fees each year reflects changes in road construction costs during the previous year. It is based on the Colorado Construction Cost Index data compiled and…

Posted: Department: Engineering

CIRT Activated for Pursuit Crash

The Eighth Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated for a law enforcement pursuit that resulted in an injury crash.On May 23, 2025 at 10:48 p.m., Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputies tried to conduct a traffic stop near Roma Valley Drive and Napa Valley Drive in south Fort Collins. The driver…

Posted: Department: Sheriff