Residents made 106 requests to Fort Collins, Greeley and Windsor
Fort Collins had 62 requests, Greeley 30 and Windsor 14. How's My Driving? was Fort Collins' most common kind; Landscaping Concern on Private Property led in Greeley, and Street Lights in Windsor.
Two Weld County establishments must be inspected again; one was closed after Sept. 27-Oct. 3 checks
The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment recorded 24 retail food inspections from Sept. 27-Oct. 3, 2026: 21 Pass, two Re-Inspection Required and one Closure.
Montana beats Northern Colorado 36-14 as the Grizzlies score 29 straight points
Keali'i Ah Yat threw five touchdown passes, including three to Brooks Davis. Northern Colorado scored twice in the second half, but Montana remained in front from Ian Finch's first-quarter touchdown to the final.
Friday's high school scores: Mead beat Skyview 62-0, Roosevelt beat Poudre 35-0
Fort Lupton beat Kennedy 55-0, and Frederick beat Longmont 22-19. Thompson Valley beat Skyline 28-21; volleyball, boys soccer and softball scores also appear.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners administrative matters, Sept. 29, 2026
Larimer assessor’s office: 10% residential valuation cut on local-government side of 2026 tax bills.
Larimer assessor’s office: 10% residential valuation cut on local-government side of 2026 tax bills
Owners will receive the bills in 2027, and the assessor’s office will apply the reduction when it submits tax rolls in December. The separate assessment rate for schools is 7.05%.
Larimer County Board of County Commissioners work session with community planning, infrastructure and resources, Sept. 28, 2026
The record of Larimer County Board of County Commissioners's work session with community planning, infrastructure and resources of Sept. 28, 2026: 1 items.
Windsor clean-up days exclude mixed recycling, hazardous waste and electronics
Accepted items include household trash, yard waste, branches and some appliances; residents must unload their own materials. Replacement entry vouchers are available at town facilities, and valid ID can be used at the event.
Weld County Board of County Commissioners, Sept. 30, 2026
Weld County approves oil and gas division move under Planning Services; $167,039.63 fleet cabling bid awarded; UNC agreement allows health data-sharing; 3 consent items adopted.
Weld County approves oil and gas division move under Planning Services
Approved at a Sept. 30 meeting, the administrative reorganization would eliminate the director post and change the unit’s management structure within county government.
County Line Road west sidewalk to close between Moffat and Balcolm, Oct. 5-23
The town says pedestrians should use marked crosswalks to get around the work. Crews are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily; no road or lane closures are planned, but drivers should watch for equipment.
Weld County plan draft expected for resident review this fall
The document is meant to guide land-use and development decisions in unincorporated areas for the next decade and beyond, and will provide direction for a zoning code update planned for 2027.
Weld County Board of County Commissioners, Sept. 28, 2026
Weld County advances emergency-plan rule for hydrocarbon pipelines; Weld County advances cistern drinking-water ban for residences; $407,559.29 furniture purchase approved; County Road 86 closure rescheduled; Brew pub permit adds takeout, delivery; 3 consent items adopted.
Weld County advances emergency-plan rule for hydrocarbon pipelines
The proposal covers natural gas, crude oil and produced-water lines installed within or crossing county rights-of-way; its scope could be revisited before a second reading.
Weld County advances cistern drinking-water ban for residences
Weld County commissioners approved on first reading an ordinance that would prohibit using cisterns to supply drinking water to residences.
Weld County Board of County Commissioners land use hearings, Sept. 28, 2026
Weld County approves industrial district plan with 65-mill levy cap.
Weld County approves industrial district plan with 65-mill levy cap
The districts could issue up to $81 million in debt, but cannot borrow until county-approved development plans are in place. No development proposal has been submitted for the site.
Loveland seeks applicants for boards, commissions by Oct. 30
Fall openings include seats on the Library Board, Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission. A temporary finance committee will study city finances and services, while Charter Review Committee applications remain open through Oct. 18.
Loveland utility rate process includes proposed electric rate increase
The city says most of the proposed increase reflects higher electricity costs from its power supplier. The utilities commission will review rates before City Council considers final adoption.
PSD recommends closing Timnath Elementary in 2027-28, mayor says
The school board has not approved the proposal. The town council plans to consider a resolution in support Oct. 13, ahead of a scheduled board vote Oct. 27; families can also weigh in through district channels and listening sessions.
Weather permitting, US 34 to face intermittent weekday lane reductions near Mall Road Oct. 6-16
The town says crews will install a 12-inch water main beneath the highway, with flaggers directing alternating traffic. All lanes are scheduled to be open on weekends, and drivers are advised to use alternate routes.
Estes Park sets Nov. 10 and 24 hearings on 2027 budget
The hearings begin at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room at Town Hall, where residents can comment; public comment is not taken during study sessions. Final adoption is anticipated at the second hearing.
Windsor Town Board work session, Sept. 28, 2026
Windsor pay proposal calls for 2% raises, up to 9% with grade changes; Windsor gets $50,000 to develop down payment aid.
Windsor gets $50,000 to develop down payment aid
The proposed program would target town and school employees and first responders. Its needs and goals analyses are underway, with workforce validation still pending.
Windsor pay proposal calls for 2% raises, up to 9% with grade changes
The proposal’s annualized base-pay estimate excludes benefits and overtime. Staff could review benefit calculations at the Oct. 10 operational-budget meeting.
Fort Collins sheep and goat sale draws 2,682 head Sept. 30, 2026
The report priced lots covering 2,149 head. The market reporter said supply was 68% slaughter sheep and lambs and 32% slaughter goats; sheep and lambs included 25% wooled and shorn and 33% hair breeds.
Union Pacific train kills man in Greeley, police say
Police tentatively identified him as 36; the coroner’s office will release his name after notifying next of kin. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information can contact Officer Garrett Casperson.
Man on motorcycle critically injured after colliding with Honda on Highway 34, police say
The Honda's driver and her young child were not injured, police said. The department's traffic unit is investigating, and potential charges are pending the final findings; witnesses can contact Officer Chad Wegscheider.
Greeley says wastewater billing change saves WeldWerks 10% to 15%
The system subtracts water that leaves as finished beer from the brewery’s wastewater bill, using production data it already reports. The city says it is sharing the approach with other local beverage producers.
Windsor Town Board, Sept. 28, 2026
Windsor advances Larimer flood maps that staff say set insurance rates; Windsor advances permit path for temporary modular buildings; Windsor tables housing plan, sends it to work session; 6 consent items adopted.