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Adams County Announces $4.638 Million in ARPA Grants for Domestic Violence Prevention Programs

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Posted on: April 23, 2024

Using federal funds available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded $4.638 million to local organizations for initiatives aimed at domestic violence prevention and services at its public hearing on Tuesday, April 23.

These grants support projects that address the critical needs of individuals and families affected by domestic violence. By awarding these grants, Adams County’s goal is to reduce the impact of domestic violence and support all survivors to thrive. Domestic violence includes physical, emotional, and psychological abuse and family trauma.

“Preventing domestic violence is a moral and fundamental duty of our entire community,” said Emma Pinter, Chair of the BoCC. “By partnering with these deserving organizations in this effort, we can protect the well-being of our families and uphold the principles of equality and respect for everyone in Adams County.”

After securing the federal ARPA funding, Adams County put out a call earlier this year for local organizations to apply for a grant. The county instituted a thorough review process for all grant proposals by a selection committee composed of representatives from relevant sectors. The evaluation criteria included project feasibility, impact, and alignment with the objectives of domestic violence prevention and services. In addition, the county will monitor the financial performance of all organizations receiving a share of the funding using grant management software.

The organizations receiving grants are:

  • Almost Home: $170,106.20 for a domestic violence emergency sheltering program
  • Colorado Poverty Law Project: $500,000 for legal advocacy for tenant victim survivors
  • Crowley Foundation: $150,000 for boys2MEN domestic violence awareness and prevention
  • Domestic Violence Initiative for Women with Disabilities: $300,000 for victim services and outreach for survivors with disabilities
  • Family Tree: $65,610 for relocation assistance for domestic violence survivors
  • Platte Valley Medical Center Foundation: $438,000 for their Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program
  • Ralston House: $150,000 for a child advocacy center with forensic interviews and victim advocacy
  • Rebuilding Together Metro Denver: $25,000 for Safe at Home and emergency repairs for domestic violence victims who are Adams County low-income homeowners
  • The Regents of the University of Colorado: $400,000 for an Adams County community collective for youth and family resilience
  • The Salvation Army: $539,283.80 for housing
  • Servicios de La Raza: $700,000 for comprehensive, integrated, and culturally responsive health and human services for victims of domestic violence
  • University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus: $1.2 million for forensic nurse enhancement to improve patient access, comprehensive support, and outcomes
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Check Your Air, Improve Your Health: Phone App Empowers Community During Air Quality Awareness Week

It’s no secret air pollution can cause both long- and short-term health conditions ranging from an itchy throat and shortness of breath to asthma attacks, cardiovascular disease, and mental illness.

That’s why Air Quality Awareness Week (AQAW) is back this year from May 6-10, with a greater focus than ever on empowering communities to find out what’s in the air they’re breathing and take action to better their health.

This year’s theme is “Knowing Your Air” with a different topic for each day of the week:

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR)
Posted on: April 30, 2024

Adams County Awards Over $1 Million to Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

The Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) awarded $1,003,151.45 in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) at public hearing on Tuesday, April 30.

AMHR is a nonprofit community mental health organization that provides a wide range of mental health and addiction services to anyone and everyone in need. AMHR’s staff of physicians, nurses, psychologists, therapists, and peers works with all age groups, from children to seniors.

Posted on: April 19, 2024

Recycling in Adams County is Easier This Earth Day

Residents can celebrate Earth Day by signing up for recycling at their homes, a service now available in all parts of unincorporated Adams County.

In February, the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved an ordinance that requires all trash collection providers operating in unincorporated Adams County to offer curbside recycling services to their residential and commercial customers. The ordinance does not mandate what trash providers can charge for recycling services paid by the resident or business.

Posted on: April 11, 2024

Adams County Announces Concert Lineup for the 120th Anniversary of the Fair

Nate Smith, with special guest Kassi Ashton, will kick off the Adams County Fair with a concert on Wednesday, July 31, at 8 p.m., in the United Power Grandstand. This free concert is sponsored by Your Front Range Toyota Stores.

On Thursday, Aug. 1, ERNEST, with special guest Jon Langston, will perform on the United Power Grandstand at 8 p.m., following Professional Bull Riding (PBR) at 6 p.m. Thursday is also 4-H appreciation night, and $4 from each ticket sold will benefit Adams County 4-H. The evening is sponsored by Brannan Aggregates.

Colorado Curated Story - USS Colorado
Posted on: March 27, 2024

Adams County Partners with History Colorado to Develop Colorado Curated Story: USS Colorado

In 2023, when Adams County unveiled the Adams County Veterans Memorial – a replica of the USS Colorado – at Riverdale Regional Park, Adams County residents with ties to the renowned vessel donated items to honor the lives of veterans. Among the objects received by Adams County were letters, photographs, and artifacts that told the story of life aboard the USS Colorado. 

Posted on: March 26, 2024

Colorado Air and Space Port Receives State Grant to Rehabilitate Ramp and Taxiway Areas

Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) is receiving a $500,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Aeronautics Division to perform pavement rehabilitation work on some of CASP’s most heavily used taxiways and ramp areas. Adams County is providing $55,555 as the local grant match toward the work with a total project cost of $555,555 in a 90/10 partnership.

On Tuesday, March 26, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) applauded the grant in Public Hearing.