All About Adams County
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Founded in 1902, Adams County blends suburban and rural life with vibrant cities, quiet towns, and ample recreation. Located in the Denver metropolitan area, it is the 5th largest county in Colorado, serving over 540,000 residents. The county lines include Brighton, Commerce City, Federal Heights, Northglenn, Thornton, and parts of Arvada, Aurora, Lochbuie, and Westminster, as well as the Town of Bennett and unincorporated communities like Henderson, Strasburg, and Watkins. We are committed to serving the communities in all these towns and cities with accountability and responsibility.
Our Hope & Responsibility
The Adams County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution in a public hearing on Jan. 18, 2012, adopting the new Adams County Mission, Vision, Value, and Goals as the framework by which the county should operate and deliver services to the taxpayers and residents of Adams County.
A Positive Work Environment
We are committed to providing a respectful, professional work environment that will attract, retain and motivate a workforce that effectively and efficiently serves the Adams County community.
Servant Leadership
We are committed to serving the Adams County community with accountability and responsibility.
Teamwork
We are committed to working together on behalf of the Adams County community.
Transparency
We are committed to engaging in open, honest and respectful practices and communication.
Credibility
We are committed to earning the trust and respect of the Adams County community by acting with integrity and ethics in all we do.
Excellence
Strive to create a world-class customer service experience by encouraging creativity, a service culture, and continuous improvement.
Our Mission
To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.
Our Vision
Adams County is the most innovative and inclusive county in America for all families and businesses.
Adams County Goals
Economic Vitality and Workforce Readiness
Adams County supports economic prosperity by attracting new businesses that pay quality compensation, retaining existing businesses, and supporting the growth and development of small businesses. The economic support from the county will focus on creating economic opportunities and leveraging existing opportunities. The county supports programs that facilitate a highly skilled and well-educated workforce; enhance the positive image and brand for Adams County, and foster a viable economic environment for our business community.
High Performing, Fiscally Responsible Government
A high performing government aligns our resources with our priorities and allows us to deliver what residents need. We consider the sustainability of our services and service delivery in all areas of government operations. We have the right people in the right jobs and align our resources with our priorities. We implement best practices and empower our people with collaboration, adaptability, and teamwork.
Quality of Life
Our communities are visually attractive and have outstanding park, recreational, open space, and cultural amenities, programming and events. Our residents are empowered and engaged in their community through outreach and collaboration, and the county celebrates our diverse community.
Safe and Healthy Community
Our residents feel safe and protected within their neighborhoods and everyone has knowledge of and access to the community wide net of wraparound services. Those services include mental health, behavioral health, housing, medical, public health, public safety and the quality of water and air in the community. Adams County is able to provide these services through integral community, regional and other strategic partnerships.
Strategic and Thoughtful Growth
Adams County is planning on smart, sustainable and responsible growth and development for the benefit of the community. Sustainability of development and natural resource preservation are an integral part of our growth and redevelopment, as is interconnected and multi modal transit. Environmental sustainability includes not just stewardship, preservation and conservation; but also protection, restoration, and rehabilitation. Infrastructure such as power, water, wastewater and stormwater are included in thoughtful growth and planning for the future.
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El condado de Adams se asocia con McAir Aviation en el Puerto Aéreo y Espacial de Colorado
Descubra cómo la asociación del condado de Adams con McAir Aviation en el Colorado Air and Space Port impulsa el crecimiento económico y las oportunidades de formación en aviación en toda la zona metropolitana de Denver...
Puerto Aéreo y Espacial de Colorado|Comunicados de prensa y anuncios
El Gobernador Polis ordena izar las banderas a media asta por las víctimas de la tragedia de Minneapolis
El gobernador Polis ordena que las banderas estén a media asta en honor de las víctimas del atentado de Minneapolis, destacando el apoyo de la comunidad y la seguridad de los niños en todo el país. Leer más en...
Comunicados de prensa y anuncios
El condado de Adams celebra la finalización de la construcción de la 58ª Avenida y la instalación de arte público
Celebre la transformación de la 58ª Avenida en un vibrante corredor urbano con nuevos carriles, arte y vías más seguras. Descubra cómo se unen el espíritu comunitario y la creatividad.
Servicios sociales y comunitarios|Comunicados de prensa y anuncios
Próximos eventos
Comisión de Planificación del Condado de Adams
Audiencia pública de la Junta de Comisionados del Condado
