In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, all Douglas County Government offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Offices will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2, for normal business.
April 25, 2023
We all know wastewater systems are necessary for healthy communities, but you’re probably not thinking daily about wastewater. Others, though, are. For those who have been looking at the economic vitality of an important regional…
We all know wastewater systems are necessary for healthy communities, but you’re probably not thinking…
Read MoreApril 12, 2023
You turn on the tap, and clean water flows out. You flush your toilet, and the waste is washed away. That’s because of public water and wastewater infrastructure. In two Douglas County towns, residents are…
You turn on the tap, and clean water flows out. You flush your toilet, and…
Read MoreApril 5, 2023
Update: The April 22 Rain Harvesting workshop has sold out. Thank you for your interest! Please subscribe to our “Rainwater Harvesting” email list to hear about future events. You know water is a precious resource…
Update: The April 22 Rain Harvesting workshop has sold out. Thank you for your interest!…
Read MoreFebruary 23, 2023
Homeowners who enjoy space with conifers, gamble oak and other natural vegetation know that with the beauty, comes risk. Wildfires are the No. 1 natural hazard in Douglas County, and this year, the County has…
Homeowners who enjoy space with conifers, gamble oak and other natural vegetation know that with…
Read MoreOctober 25, 2022
When you enjoy the sounds of the Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra, learn about our history from the Highlands Ranch Historical Society, or take in the beauty of the Cherokee Ranch and Castle, you are benefiting…
When you enjoy the sounds of the Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra, learn about our history…
Read MoreOctober 10, 2022
Have you ever looked out over the beautiful vistas of Douglas County and wondered what it was like when people first traveled these lands? Are you fascinated by archaeology and curious about what we can…
Have you ever looked out over the beautiful vistas of Douglas County and wondered what…
Read MoreSeptember 13, 2022
Douglas County knows you and your fur babies have been patiently waiting for renovations at Glendale Farm Dog Park. Great news! Phase 1 is now open to the public. Phase 1 renovations included construction of…
Douglas County knows you and your fur babies have been patiently waiting for renovations at…
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2022
Every year, Dutch Heritage Gardens in southeastern Douglas County grows between 15 million and 18 million individual plants. How do they keep these plants thriving with nearly zero water waste? Commissioner George Teal is diving…
Every year, Dutch Heritage Gardens in southeastern Douglas County grows between 15 million and 18…
Read MoreAugust 23, 2022
Douglas County will ask voters about two topics on the November ballot – broadband and open space sales tax. During a Regular Business Meeting Tuesday, Aug. 23, the Board adopted a resolution asking voters whether…
Douglas County will ask voters about two topics on the November ballot – broadband and…
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