Douglas County

Do you know Douglas County? Watch this video to find out what drives our work every day. https://lnkd.in/gsmC8hEK

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men report experiencing domestic violence in their lifetime? Douglas County’s Domestic Violence Needs Assessment survey, completed in June 2024, revealed that physical safety and access to housing were the most expressed needs locally. That’s why in November 2024, Douglas County purchased a facility to be used as a domestic violence shelter, and at the March 25 Business Meeting, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners approved a $350,000 service agreement and partnership with the nonprofit TESSA to increase the number of safehouse beds available in Douglas County. Visit our webpage to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gVST6pzc

There are times that all of us could use a ride – home from the auto repair shop to a doctor’s appointment, to your high school summer job, to shopping centers or home from a happy hour. That’s why, in Douglas County, we are using microtransit to provide a new, free transportation option. At their regular Business Meeting on March 25, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners unanimously approved a $2,901,410 contract with Via Transportation Inc. (Via) to provide microtransit within Highlands Ranch. This service was modeled after the Link on Demand program in Lone Tree and will serve anyone in Highlands Ranch needing a ride. Visit our webpage to learn more about this service: https://lnkd.in/gygSF_w5

Your Douglas County Commissioners have started the process to transition to a Home Rule County Charter. Your voice and input are needed throughout the nine-step process. Here’s what you can expect: ?? A special election will be held on June 24. Voters will be asked whether to form a Charter Commission and select 21 Charter Commission members. ?? ?? Three public meetings will be held this year to gather your input on the charter. ?? A second election will be held on Nov. 4 to ask voters whether they approve of the final Charter. Stay informed on every step of this process by signing up for news updates here: https://lnkd.in/ehf6zf6Q

Our neighbors with disabilities enrich our community, enhance our diversity and strengthen our County. These community members and the organizations that provide support to them are recognized throughout the year and specifically in March as part of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month – formally recognized by Douglas County Commissioners at their regular Business Meeting Tuesday, March 25. Visit our webpage to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gaXeZzyC

As Douglas County continues to grow and evolve, the need for a more responsive and adaptable governance structure – that has some freedoms from State policies – is becoming increasingly clear. Today, your Board of Douglas County Commissioners adopted a resolution to transition from a statutory form of government to a Home Rule County Charter, representing a significant opportunity for residents to enhance local governance. https://lnkd.in/gSFxVGEd

Your support through douglashasheart.org continues to directly fund non-profit organizations and Douglas County’s Homeless Initiative and Homeless Engagement Assistance and Resource Team (HEART), which connect people with the direct care, support and resources they need. Visit douglashasheart.org to give. If you see someone in need, call HEART 303-660-7301 or visit our webpage: https://lnkd.in/gHzPkYyv

Are you looking for a way to impact your neighborhood or community in 2025? Whether it’s a work, church or family group – there are volunteer opportunities in Douglas County. Learn about opportunities to help aging adults, open spaces, foster families and more on our webpage: https://lnkd.in/gP7pVURD

Who are your heroes in your neighborhood, your business or your school? You see acts of service in our community every day – and your Board of Douglas County Commissioners need your help to celebrate the men, women and young people in our community who are impacting the lives of others. Help us honor each other by nominating someone you know for submission into the Douglas County Hall of Fame. Visit our webpage to fill out a nomination form: https://lnkd.in/gZwVxaQW

You told us you wanted more sports access for children and adults countywide – while preserving open spaces. Today, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners and Sterling Ranch Development Company are announcing a partnership to do just that. Douglas County and Sterling Ranch Development Company will partner with public entities and private industry to build a mega sports complex, called Zebulon, that includes spaces for basketball, baseball/softball, volleyball, football, soccer and hockey, while preserving more than 400 acres of open space in the area. Visit our webpage to see the plans and learn about an upcoming opportunity to engage with Commissioners: https://lnkd.in/gypdpD-E