Weld County commissioners advance $660.8 million 2027 budget
Jennifer Offtley said the county prepared its 2027 budget without reducing services, with a 3.7% decrease in property tax by leaving the 6.082 mill levy credit in effect for county residents and businesses.
Weld County to help issue bonds for Prairie Rose rehab project
Weld County could act as a conduit issuer, helping the developer reach private activity bonds for cost-effective financing of the planned rehabilitation work, Chief Financial Officer Jackie Trout told the board.
Weld County Board of County Commissioners, Nov. 4, 2026
Weld County OKs up to $250 million in financing for new Justice Center, 4-1; Weld commissioners approve $63,277 in carryover for unemployment program; Weld County adds $92,150 to City Hall block demolition contract; 19 consent items adopted.
Weld County OKs up to $250 million in financing for new Justice Center
The emergency ordinance establishes a lease-purchase structure, with annual payments estimated at up to about $22 million and a maximum interest rate of 5.85%. It takes effect immediately and lets the chief financial officer finalize terms within those limits.
Weld County adds $92,150 to City Hall block demolition contract
Patrick O'Neill of the Facilities Department told commissioners that the existing foundations were 16 inches to 24 inches thick, which resulted in additional costs. Change Order 5 also covers additional costs for October stormwater management, site security and fencing, he said.
Weld commissioners approve $63,277 in carryover for unemployment program
The carryover will support services for people receiving benefits in the next program year. The board also approved four workforce contracts covering adult and dislocated workers, youth, Wagner-Peyser and career access programs.
Weld commissioners approve three agreements to buy land for County Roads 13 and 50 roundabout
The largest purchase, under Contract ID #11304, is from Massey Farms, LLLP. Public Works is acquiring 2.241 acres of right-of-way and 0.039 acres of temporary construction easement from the landowner, a Public Works staff member told the board.
Weld commissioners approve partial vacation of Hiner mining and camping permit
The partial vacation was required because the applicant received approval from the Division of Reclamation and Mining Safety for a technical revision reducing the mining area by about 58.3 acres on July 6, 2022, a staff member from the Department of Planning Services said.
Crews knock down fire at South Timberline Road business
The call came in after reports of an electrical smell and water on the floor; crews later saw smoke at the eaves. Poudre Fire Authority reported no injuries, and the cause remains under investigation.
Fort Collins-Loveland diesel up 72.7% over year on Nov. 9, 2026
Greeley diesel rose $2.43, or 70.2%, from a year before; Colorado diesel rose $2.56, or 71.5%. On Nov. 9, regular averaged $3.62 in Greeley and $3.87 in Colorado, AAA's daily survey found.
Loveland finishes 4th Street rebuild; 10 Bloom sculptures due this spring
The rebuild adds wider sidewalks, accessible curbs and ramps, and room for pedestrians and events while keeping the same number of parking spaces. The sculptures will change color with visitors’ movement, and the city plans a ribbon-cutting after installation.
The Flats at Hansen Farm apartments planned for southeast Fort Collins
Plans call for 255 homes across seven three-story buildings, plus a 7,845-square-foot clubhouse. Truestead Group says leasing is scheduled to begin in early 2027; the city has issued nine of 10 permits.
Things to do in Northern Colorado: UNC women's basketball on Military Appreciation Day, a metal show at the Moxi Theater and CSU faculty chamber music
UNC students pitch arts entrepreneurship projects at Kepner Hall in Greeley. In Fort Lupton, kids hear a Thanksgiving read-aloud, then cook a Thanksgiving-inspired dish with Sticky Fingers Cooking.
Weld County commissioners to take up 2027 budget, annual fees
The Weld County commissioners meet Monday, Nov. 9, at 9 a.m.; the agenda lists no location. Also scheduled: a second reading of liquor code updates, dance licenses and fees, and a County Road 53 closure extension.
Loveland Planning Commission to discuss proposed UDC amendment
The Planning Commission meets Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 500 E. 3rd Street. It is also scheduled to review its letter to the City Council, and the agenda sets a time for public comment.
Larimer County commissioners set to hear manufactured housing park rezoning
The commissioners meet Monday, Nov. 9, at 200 West Oak Street, with the land use hearing at 3 p.m. in Hearing Room 1st Floor. A 6 p.m. budget hearing also covers proposed landfill and transfer fees.
Top home sales in Weld County: a $1.95 million Windsor house leads the week
Larimer County had no posted sales; all 10 highest-priced homes were in Weld County, with prices ranging from $961,500 to $1.95 million. The median among 226 posted homes was $472,200.
Saturday's college scores: Colorado State beats Boise State 3-0 in volleyball
Southern Utah beat Northern Colorado 31-24 in football. Texas beat Northern Colorado 91-29 in women's basketball, and Boise State beat Colorado State 64-38 in football.
Weld County recorded 21 passing inspections Nov. 1-7
All 21 were graded Pass; none resulted in Re-Inspection Required or Closure.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners work session with Emily Humphrey, Director, Community Justice Alternatives, Nov. 4, 2026
Larimer County gets $84,700 grant for one-year peer support pilot.
Larimer County gets $84,700 grant for one-year peer support pilot
The pilot would add a peer support specialist with lived experience to guide people entering Community Justice Alternatives programs, serving about 20 high-risk participants. The grant will not cover a full-time position.
Colorado Eagles hold off Calgary Wranglers 6-4 after opening with four straight goals
Calgary scored three times in the second period to cut a four-goal deficit to one. Tyson Gross brought the Wranglers within one again in the third before Gavin Brindley scored into an empty net.
Boise State beats Colorado State 64-38 after pulling away in the first half
Dylan Riley caught the opening touchdown and added two scoring runs. Hauss Hejny threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score, but the Rams entered the fourth quarter facing the same 19-point deficit they had at halftime.
Southern Utah beats Northern Colorado 31-24 after Bears tie game with 17 straight points
Will Burns threw 2 touchdown passes as the Thunderbirds built a 24-7 halftime lead. Talmage Brown's touchdown run broke the tie in the fourth quarter, and the Bears' final drive ended in an interception.
Reduced water pressure in Meadow Farms, Wildcat Acres, Peregrine Creek; no repair estimate
Water service will continue for all residents after a boring contractor struck a town water line south of Milliken. The town says it will share updates on Facebook and its website alert as details become available.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners administrative matters, Nov. 3, 2026
Larimer County commissioners approve proclamation joining Operation Green Light for veterans; County resolves tax appeals, renews jail contracts, 3-0.
Larimer County commissioners approve proclamation joining Operation Green Light for veterans
A county staff member said the county would light the 200 West Oak building and the 200 Peridot building in Loveland. The staff member said lights would also go up on the west side of Blue Arena this year, where they could be seen from the highway.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners work session with Community Planning, Infrastructure and Resources, Nov. 2, 2026
The record of Larimer County Board of County Commissioners' work session with Community Planning, Infrastructure and Resources of Nov. 2, 2026: 1 item.
Friday's high school football and volleyball scores: Platte Valley beats Windsor Charter Academy 3-0, Pueblo South beats Berthoud 21-18
Silver Creek beat Windsor 17-13 and Air Academy beat Frederick 10-3 in football. Dayspring Christian Academy beat Platte Canyon 3-2, and Timnath beat Fort Morgan 3-0 in volleyball.
CDPHE rates a steady increase in COVID-19 at Fort Collins, Greeley plants
Enterovirus D68 was lower than in the two weeks before at Fort Collins' Drake plant and about the same as in the two weeks before in Greeley. The state reported 6 respiratory outbreaks in the week to Oct. 31; 4 child care providers opened and 3 closed, with 611 on the Nov. 2 list.