This is Boulder County, Colorado
Boulder County is home to more than 300,000 residents and includes some of the most diverse, natural landscapes and sustainable development along the Northern Front Range of Colorado.
From visionary open space, land use and sustainability policies to forward-thinking and compassionate human services programs, our county government helps foster a vibrant, healthy and active community.
The county seat is the City of Boulder. Other incorporated towns and cities include: Erie, Jamestown, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, Lyons, Nederland, Superior, and Ward.
Level 1 Fire restrictions still in effect for western Boulder County
While we received some rainfall in Boulder County, and the moisture did help lower the fire danger, it was not enough to completely remove the fire danger, which is why we will continue to have fire restrictions in place.
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Commissioners unanimously support Initiative #97 to increase setback requirements for oil and gas development
Initiative #97 would require a statewide 2,500-foot minimum setback – nearly a half mile buffer zone – for new oil and gas development from all occupied structures (e.g., homes and schools), and any other areas designated for additional protection such as playgrounds and drinking water sources.
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2018 Hessie Trailhead weekend shuttle operating weekends and holidays
2018 Hessie Trailhead weekend shuttle begins May 26 – It’s FREE! Nederland Park-n-Ride is the pick-up/drop-off location; shuttles run every 15-20... read more →
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Colorado Communities File Lawsuit Against Oil Giants for Climate Change Costs
Boulder County, San Miguel County, and the City of Boulder have filed a lawsuit against Suncor and ExxonMobil, two oil companies with significant responsibility for climate change.
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