Special request - please consider bringing goods for the @Larimer County Food Bank. You can drop off donations at the Food Bank table or give money by scanning the QR code at the table. Volunteers will also be circulating with wagons to collect items.

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Special request - please consider bringing goods for the @Larimer County Food Bank. You can drop off donations at the Food Bank table or give money by scanning the QR code at the table. Volunteers will also be circulating with wagons to collect items.

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Watch Duty - Wildfire Maps & Alerts Real-time information about wildfire and firefighting efforts nearby

"The fire is under control, and crews are performing mop-up, per the Poudre Fire Authority."

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Watch Duty - Wildfire Maps & Alerts Real-time information about wildfire and firefighting efforts nearby

"Units are making good progress on the fire, per radio traffic."

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Watch Duty - Wildfire Maps & Alerts Real-time information about wildfire and firefighting efforts nearby

New fire NW of Ft Collins at #LaPorte. #cofire #cowx #WatchDuty #LarimerCounty #Colorado

"Units are on scene of a large grass fire burning rapidly to the east, per first arriving units. Localized evacuations have been requested, per Incident Command"

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Larimer County outlines Water Master Plan implementation, hires natural resources coordinator and plans groundwater study County staff on March 2 told commissioners the Water Master Plan adopted in December 2024 is being implemented through land‑use code changes, conservation easements, water‑sharing agreements and a funded groundwater study starting mid‑year; the county introduced Jenna Breager as a new natural resources coordinator in Extension.

Larimer County is taking bold steps to secure its water future, from innovative land-use changes to a groundbreaking groundwater study that starts this year!

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Larimer County lawyers, local coalition press PUC for stricter pipeline leak detection and faster repairs Larimer County special counsel told commissioners March 2 that the county joined a regional coalition pressing the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to adopt lower leak‑detection thresholds and to factor environmental harms into new leak grading and repair timelines; a PUC reconsideration is expected within weeks.

Larimer County is taking a stand against high methane leak detection thresholds, pushing for stricter rules to protect public safety and the environment.

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State demographer: Larimer County faces slower growth, aging population and housing pressures Colorado State Demographer Neil Marquez told Larimer County commissioners that the county will likely continue to grow but at a slower pace, driven by an aging population, lower fertility linked to the university-age cohort, and recent shifts in migration composition; housing affordability may limit future rebounds.

Larimer County is on the brink of a demographic shift, facing slower growth and rising housing pressures as its population ages and fertility rates decline.

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Larimer County approves contract with Northern Colorado Kids Thrive to begin 1B childcare rollout Larimer County commissioners approved a short-term professional services agreement with Northern Colorado Kids Thrive to administer initial spending from the voter-approved 1B early childhood sales tax; the first-year rollout will pilot programs and direct more than $3 million to families while establishing oversight and evaluation.

Larimer County is taking a giant leap forward for families by approving a groundbreaking initiative that will direct over $3 million to support childcare and early education in the first year alone!

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Larimer County approves 10‑foot increase to Hearth Fire monopine to secure Verizon colocation; landscaping, compliance conditions required The Larimer County Board of County Commissioners voted 3–0 on Feb. 9 to allow Atlas Tower to extend a 60‑foot monopine by 10 feet to enable Verizon to colocate. Staff recommended approval with conditions on landscaping, bird‑safety and monitoring; residents urged enforceable remedies for failed plantings and clearer community communications.

Larimer County has greenlit a 10-foot height increase for a monopine tower, paving the way for Verizon to enhance local cell coverage while addressing community concerns over visual impact and landscaping.

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Larimer County extends temporary moratorium on data centers to Aug. 25, 2026 amid water, energy and public‑input concerns The board voted 3–0 to extend a temporary moratorium on new data center facilities through Aug. 25, 2026 to give staff time to research best practices, monitor state legislation, and design public outreach. Members of the public urged a longer pause and raised concerns about water use, energy demand and limited local economic benefits.

Larimer County has extended its moratorium on data centers until August 2026, aiming to address critical concerns over water use, energy demands, and the need for community input before any new developments are approved.

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CDOT updates Larimer County on Highway 287 safety project, outlines scope, schedule and risks CDOT project manager Chad Hall told Larimer County commissioners the U.S. 287 safety project between Ted’s Place and the Wyoming border will be built in two packages, funded largely by an MPDG grant, with Package 1 advertised in April for 2026 construction; staff flagged environmental reviews, right-of-way and contractor interest as primary risks.

Major safety upgrades are coming to U.S. Highway 287, aiming to cut down on severe injuries and fatalities with a two-package construction plan set to roll out soon!

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County plans 'opportunity economy' framing and p‑card changes to boost local purchasing Larimer County staff proposed reframing economic objectives as an 'opportunity economy,' expanding support for the care workforce and launching a countywide purchasing‑card rollout in March with vendor lists and training to prioritize local vendors.

Larimer County is redefining its economic strategy to foster an "opportunity economy," launching new initiatives to boost local purchasing and support the care workforce.

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Public‑health partners, CHIP and a social‑prescribing pilot highlighted in Larimer County update The county’s health team reported completion of two years of a five‑year CHIP process, a CHIP event Feb. 24 to launch social prescribing, and UCHealth’s public rollout in April; commissioners also heard an implementation plan for the Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) core team.

Larimer County is making strides in public health with the launch of its Community Health Improvement Plan, featuring a groundbreaking social-prescribing initiative and upcoming events you won't want to miss!

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Neighbor alleges chemical exposure from Transpro trucks; commissioners refer complaint to code compliance and public health A Fort Collins neighbor told Larimer County commissioners that Transpro, leasing Aragon Holdings property at 516 N. Highway 287, allegedly caused a January 11 chemical exposure. Commissioners directed staff to add the materials to the public record and to have code compliance and public health investigate.

Residents are raising alarm after a Fort Collins trucking operation allegedly exposed them to harmful chemicals, sparking a call for immediate action.

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Larimer County reports ‘halfway done’ on strategic plan as dashboards, story map and outreach roll out Larimer County commissioners were told half of the strategic‑plan actions are complete and staff will publish an updated public dashboard and a story map this winter; the work session highlighted land‑conservation gains, accessibility improvements, procurement changes and several near‑term public events.

Larimer County is celebrating a major milestone, with half of its strategic plan actions completed and exciting new tools set to showcase community progress!

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Larimer County staff propose 30‑day moratorium on hyperscale data centers ahead of Feb. 9 hearing County staff told commissioners they will ask the board to adopt a 30‑day moratorium on data center development as a stopgap while drafting local regulations and preparing a proposal for a six‑month moratorium at a Feb. 9 land use hearing; commissioners asked for a brief public explanation at the Jan. 27 admin matters meeting.

Larimer County is set to propose a 30-day moratorium on hyperscale data centers to address critical land use concerns before a crucial decision on regulations next month.

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Resident raises privacy concerns about Flock Safety cameras; commissioners direct conversation to sheriff’s office An AI professional told Larimer County commissioners to reconsider expanding Flock Safety license-plate camera systems and to withhold funding until transparency and auditability concerns are addressed; commissioners urged engagement with the elected sheriff, noting the sheriff’s office oversees the grant-funded cameras.

A local AI expert is calling for a halt on Flock Safety license-plate cameras, raising serious concerns about privacy and transparency in policing.

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Larimer County says it has conserved 64,232 acres and is on track to meet long‑term open‑space target Natural resources staff told commissioners Larimer County has added 14,232 acres since 2018 (total 64,232 acres), meeting about 60% of a 24,000‑acre 2018–2043 target; staff also outlined a 2026 Transfer of Development Rights effort, a FEMA hazard‑mitigation update and the Forest Tracker mapping tool.

Larimer County has made significant strides in land conservation, adding over 14,000 acres and reaching 60% of its ambitious 24,000-acre goal in just 8 years!

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Larimer County adopts amended Ranch Master Plan; tables Hansen appeal to March hearing The Larimer County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 26, 2026 adopted a 2025 amended Ranch Master Plan to guide Phase 2 development of the Ranch Events Complex, affirmed earlier Phase 1 investments, and approved related consent items; the Hansen appeal (file 25-GNRL0580) was continued to March 9, 2026.

Larimer County has officially adopted an ambitious new Ranch Master Plan that promises to enhance community events and facilities while driving local growth.

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Larimer County approves 30-day pause on data center applications amid concern about utilities and code gaps The Larimer County Board of County Commissioners approved a 30-day moratorium on processing new data-center facility applications to give staff time to draft definitions and regulations addressing electricity, water and other impacts; the moratorium was included and passed as part of the consent agenda (3–0).

Larimer County has hit the pause button on new data center applications to tackle pressing concerns about infrastructure demands and land-use regulations!

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Larimer County unveils 2026 Community Development work plan; staff prepare data‑center rules and groundwater study Community Development Director Rebecca Everett presented the 2026 work plan, highlighting implementation of 2024 building codes, growth management IGAs with Wellington and Berthoud, an EnerGov/NED online permitting rollout, a groundwater study, an ADU fee‑waiver program and planning work on data‑center regulations; two senior hires were announced.

Larimer County is gearing up for an ambitious 2026 with plans for electronic permitting, groundwater studies, and new protections for manufactured housing!

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Resident tells Larimer County commissioners state job site omits local employers, raises data privacy concerns A Loveland resident told the Larimer County Board of County Commissioners that connectingcolorado.gov and its vendor Eightfold AI omit many local businesses from job listings and profile jobseekers, and urged county follow-up; commissioners said they would raise the issue with state representatives and county workforce staff.

A Loveland resident is raising alarms about the state's job-matching website, claiming it overlooks local employers and compromises jobseeker privacy.

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CDOT outlines two‑phase safety plan for US‑287 Red Mountain corridor Colorado Department of Transportation told the Larimer County commissioners it will advance safety work on US‑287 in two construction packages: an imminent Package 1 focused on intersections and resurfacing and a larger Package 2 that includes passing lanes, shoulder widening, wildlife fencing and a Dale Creek bridge replacement. CDOT flagged procurement, environmental review and property acquisitions as risks.

CDOT is gearing up for a two-phase safety project on US-287 that promises to tackle critical intersections and enhance wildlife protection—could this be the key to reducing accidents in Larimer County?

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Larimer County study finds $114M–$321M in conservative benefits from Climate Smart investments on $45M cost An eight‑week ROI analysis for Larimer County’s Climate Smart Future Ready portfolio estimates conservative benefits of $114 million to $321 million on $45 million in portfolio costs, with top returns from updated 2024 building codes, open‑lands preservation and wildfire mitigation. Staff emphasized data gaps and directed action teams to improve outcome tracking.

Larimer County's recent analysis reveals a stunning potential benefit of up to $321 million from their Climate Smart investments, far outweighing the $45 million cost!

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Any person or organization in US who wants to extend this amazing work here, please get in touch. #Oxevision (LIO) entered US market in CO in 2024 - a major step in their business plan - at Summitstone Health Partners w funding from #LarimerCounty. #LIO wants to be in prisons and elder care also.

County approves consent agenda including Fort Collins property swap and $345,500 Loveland maintenance agreement Larimer County commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included a Larimer County–CSU MOU (no added funding), a property exchange with Fort Collins, an intergovernmental maintenance agreement covering Loveland open-lands (cost cited at $345,500), a State contract modification for Office on Aging and several liquor licenses.

Larimer County commissioners have just approved a significant consent agenda that includes a property swap with Fort Collins and a hefty $345,500 maintenance agreement for Loveland's open lands.

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Larimer County commissioners approve consent agenda including Timnath trail contract and aquatic species funding The Larimer County Board of County Commissioners approved minutes and a consent agenda Dec. 23 that included a roughly $1.12 million Timnath pedestrian-trail fence contract, an aquatic nuisance species grant amendment of $350,000 and multiple appointments and tax adjustments; votes were unanimous, 3–0.

Larimer County Commissioners just approved a $1.12 million pedestrian trail fence contract and significant funding for aquatic species management, all with a unanimous vote!

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