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.
Boulder County enacting Level 2 Fire Restrictions
Anyone found in violation of the fire ban may be convicted of a class two petty offense, and may be subject to up to a $1,000
fine, in addition to any possible civil penalties.
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Recruitment now underway for advisory boards and commissions
Advisory boards and commissions provide recommendations to the Boulder County Commissioners and give residents the opportunity to have their voices heard within Boulder County government.
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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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Final Discount Electric Bike Purchase Program Now Available
Boulder County and its partners are providing another reason to get out of a car and onto an electric bike (e-bike) by reducing the price and educating the community and the perks to making the switch.
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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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Boulder County leaders pursue learning centered around the county’s guiding value of Inclusion
Elected officials and department heads participated in a day-long workshop to explore ways of establishing and maintaining inclusive practices and fostering more equitable working relationships, programming, and team cultures within Boulder County Government.
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