By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
March 4, 2026
Information courtesy of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the Douglas County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are proud to announce that Douglas County is deploying Hi-Lo sirens as a…
Information courtesy of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office and the…
Read MoreFebruary 25, 2026
Your home and property are one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. That’s why your county invests significant resources in the firefighting tools needed to protect your life, home and family from our community’s No. 1 natural hazard – wildfires. This week,…
Your home and property are one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. That’s why your county invests significant resources in…
Read MoreFebruary 25, 2026
If you or a family member has ever needed a ride to a doctor’s appointment, grocery store, work or other destination, you’ll be glad to know Link On Demand regional rideshare service will soon be available to more of Douglas County – serving northern and central Parker beginning in April 2026. At…
If you or a family member has ever needed a ride to a doctor’s appointment, grocery store, work or other destination, you’ll be…
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2026
Following extensive community and business input, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners has adopted an ordinance designed to improve reporting, strengthen enforcement and protect local businesses from retail theft. The ordinance – approved unanimously at…
Following extensive community and business input, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners has adopted an…
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2026
Your help is needed as Douglas County updates its Hazard Mitigation Plan in 2026. The plan addresses the risks posed to our community by hazards like wildfires, flood and drought, and identifies specific strategies to…
Your help is needed as Douglas County updates its Hazard Mitigation Plan in 2026. The…
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2026
What resources are needed in Douglas County to help us address poverty? Your feedback is requested to help gather information as part of Douglas County’s 2025 Community Needs Assessment (CNA), a federally required process that identifies the most pressing needs facing residents experiencing poverty.…
What resources are needed in Douglas County to help us address poverty? Your feedback is requested to…
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2026
Today, employees of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office voted against union representation. The Board of County Commissioners appreciates the thoughtful consideration given to this important decision. We have consistently believed that Douglas County’s culture of…
Today, employees of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office voted against union representation. The Board of…
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2026
In 2021, Colorado joined a national settlement with opioid manufacturers and distributors for their role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The Douglas County Opioid Council oversees local funding received through the settlement, managing resources for…
In 2021, Colorado joined a national settlement with opioid manufacturers and distributors for their role…
Read MoreFebruary 17, 2026
Over the past year, the Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) engaged residents across the county to better understand their top public health concerns. Your input has now shaped action. The 2025–2028 Public Health Improvement Plan…
Over the past year, the Douglas County Health Department (DCHD) engaged residents across the county…
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