Larimer County Government

48th Judge Conrad L. Ball Award honors Fort Collins Police Services Deputy Chief of Police Kristy Volesky

Fort Collins Police Services Deputy Chief of Police Kristy Volesky is the recipient of the 48th Judge Conrad L. Ball Award, recognizing her 32-year legacy of humanizing the justice system in Larimer County. More here: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/08/7/48th-judge-conrad-l-ball-award-honors-fort-collins-police-services-deputy-chief-police-kristy

Touring the forest ---

Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck McNally joined officials, including former governor Bill Ritter, on the Switzerland Trailhead for a guided forest stewardship tour to learn more about ways to create healthier, more wildfire-resistant forests last week.

Shining silver again ...

For the third year in a row, Larimer County was recognized at the Silver Level by the Colorado Green Business Network.

What’s the Colorado Green Business Network Recognition? It’s a program that recognizes and rewards organizations that work to integrate sustainability into their operations every day. More: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/08/12/shining-silver

Backyard boost!

A new program specifically designed to lower the upfront cost of building Accessory Living Areas 🏠 is available in unincorporated Larimer County. https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/07/10/backyard-boost-adds-affordable-housing-options

Becoming a foster parent is easier than you may think! 🤝

Learn more about fostering with Larimer County here: larimer.gov/fostercare

Hey Laporte community!

Join Commissioner John Kefalas for a Community Conversation from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 15, 2026. We’ll be meeting at Poudre Fire Authority, Station #7, 3016 W County Rd 54G, , CO 80535.

PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is at a different time and location than usual.

Featured Topic: Commissioner Kefalas and Sheriff John Feyen will discuss community safety concerns.

You can see Community Conversations with your Commissioner and other civic engagement opportunities here: https://www.larimer.gov/bocc/civic-engagement. Visit anytime to stay up to date on upcoming events.

Takin' care of kids

August is Child Support Awareness Month in Larimer County. Our kids can thrive and grow into healthy, productive adults when they get the support they need from parents, caregivers, extended families, and others.

The Board of Larimer County Commissioners today proclaimed August as Child Support Awareness Month at their regular Administrative Matters meeting.

Staff from Larimer County Human Services shared four success stories highlighting the transformational benefits for children through proper resources, trust, safety, and recovery. “It’s so important that you folks get those dollars to the families that need it. It’s really important work, and it’s not easy,” said Larimer County Commissioner Kristen Stephens.

“Much of the work they do is hidden behind-the-scenes, yet is crucially important to the well-being of our kids and has a huge positive impact in our community. This is important work that focuses on the benefit and development of children,” said Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally.

In addition, Larimer County has received numerous awards for its consistently good work, collecting about $17.5 million for families in Larimer County in the Federal Fiscal Year 2025.

Clarification on AI misinformation on federal property tax benefits

Some Larimer County offices and the Larimer County Assessor have received recent inquiries regarding alleged new federal property tax benefits, exemptions, and tax forms. More information here: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/08/11/clarification-ai-misinformation-federal-property-tax-benefits

Hello Estes!
Join Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., August 20 at Kind Coffee, 470 E Elkhorn Ave, , CO 80517.

Topic: This will be an open, casual conversation about the issues that matter to you. It’s a chance to connect with your commissioner, your neighbors, and your community.

You can see Common Grounds with your Commissioner and other civic engagement opportunities on our website https://www.larimer.gov/bocc/civic-engagement. Visit anytime for the latest upcoming events.

Deadlines approach for Senior and Veteran Exemption programs ---

Larimer County Assessor Bob Overbeck is reminding property owners that the deadlines are approaching to apply for tax-saving programs for property owners in Larimer County: The Senior Homestead Exemption and the Disabled Veteran Exemption. More information here: https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2026/07/29/deadlines-approach-senior-and-veteran-exemption-programs