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Non-Potable Pond Pump Station project to kick off on Jan. 25
On Monday, Jan. 25, construction will begin to replace the existing non-potable pump station that irrigates parks along Southern Street. Read on... -
Brighton Recreation Center to return to reservation system for basketball gymnasium
To further ensure the safety of patrons in light of the ongoing pandemic, the Brighton Recreation Center will return to a reservation system for use of its basketball gymnasium starting Friday, Jan. 15. Read on... -
Council Member Tim Watts appointed to serve on National League of Cities committee
City of Brighton Council Member Tim Watts has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2021 Community & Economic Development (CED) Committee. Read on... -
City Council accepts resignation of city attorney
Last night, Brighton City Council voted to accept the resignation of City Attorney Jack Bajorek. Read on... -
Work to begin on South Platte Wells Transmission Pipeline Project
Construction for the South Platte Wells Transmission Pipeline Project is set to begin on Monday, Jan. 25. Read on... -
Construction Notice - 144th and Sable Traffic Signal Project
On Jan. 11, 2021 the 144th Avenue and Sable Boulevard Traffic Signal project will commence with the first phase of construction. Read on... -
Adams County moves back from Level Red to Orange
Due to a sustained decrease in COVID-19 positive cases and hospitalizations throughout the state, the CDPHE has moved the all counties currently operating within the Red Level: Severe Risk restrictions back to Level Orange: High Risk effective Jan. 4. Read on... -
Brighton Recreation Center offers Annual Pass Sale
Get fit and save money in the new year with the Brighton Recreation Center’s annual membership pass sale for 2021. Read on... -
Police investigating shooting
Brighton police are investigating a disturbance in which three people appear to have been shot in a Brighton apartment. Read on... -
Brighton Recreation Center announces early 2021 sports programs
The Brighton Recreation Center is gearing up for 2021 with new and returning annual sports programs. Read on... -
Armed carjacking
On Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, at approximately 9:45 a.m., a Brighton resident was robbed at gunpoint. Read on... -
Go green and recycle your Christmas tree
The City of Brighton will offer Christmas tree recycling from Dec. 26 - Jan. 15. Read on... -
Eye for Art 2020 introduces “Through It All” electronic flip book
The City of Brighton Eye for Art program is excited to introduce the new 2020 Eye for Art “Through It All” electronic flip book that showcases the wonderful art and jewelry on display at Brighton City Hall. Read on... -
Call for nominations for the 2021 Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards
The mayors and commissioners of Adams County are asking for 2021 nominations for the Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards (ACMCYA). Read on... -
Change of plans for Festival of Lights Drive-Thru Parade
Due to lack of participation, the City of Brighton has decided to change its plans for the Festival of Lights Drive-Thru Parade and will instead host Santa Claus for a drive through Brighton’s neighborhoods. Read on... -
Medical Center Drive to be closed for construction
Medical Center Drive will be closed a couple of weeks for mill and overlay work. Read on... -
City of Brighton to feature The Wall That Heals in September 2021
Spreading the healing legacy and the impact of the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Wall, The Wall That Heals, and Mobile Education Center will be coming to Brighton Sept. 2 - 5, 2021. Read on... -
City of Brighton launches third round of business rent and mortgage grant
The City of Brighton in conjunction with the Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has reopened applications for their grant program to assist small businesses and nonprofits with paying their rent or mortgage. Read on... -
City Council approves $138 million for 2021 budget
Brighton City Council adopted the 2021 budget by an 8-0 vote at the Dec. 1 City Council meeting. The vote approved $138,197,981 across all 15 of the city’s operating, capital and utility funds. Read on... -
City of Brighton COVID-19 rapid testing site extended through Dec. 19
Due to high demand for testing, the City of Brighton is extending its mobile COVID-19 rapid testing site for a second time through Saturday, Dec. 19. Read on... -
Brighton Municipal Court going virtual in December
The Brighton Municipal Court will be holding most court sessions virtually via Zoom effective Tuesday, Dec. 8. Read on... -
Reserve your spot for the City’s Festival of Lights Drive-Thru Parade
?As the City of Brighton prepares to host its 25th Annual Festival of Lights Parade as a drive-thru, new details are available for spectators who plan to enjoy the dazzling display of lights. Read on... -
Reduction of mill levy for metro districts in Brighton East Farms
Effective January 2021, the mill levy for the Brighton East Farms and Homestead Metropolitan District has been significantly reduced. Read on... -
Trees for 2021 Tree Program available for order
The City of Brighton’s Tree Program is returning in 2021 with seven species of trees available for purchase. Read on... -
BEDC, North Metro SBDC and Brighton Chamber to offer digital marketing strategy classes
The Brighton Economic Development Corporation has partnered with the Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau and the North Metro Denver Small Business Development Center to offer classes to address the needs of local businesses. Read on... -
City of Brighton begins work on Manhole Rehabilitation Project
The City of Brighton Utilities Department has kicked off work on its 2020 Manhole Rehabilitation project. Read on... -
11th annual Shop Small Saturday coming soon
The Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau has been chosen as a Shop Small “Neighborhood Champion” through the American Express Shop Small campaign. Read on... -
City of Brighton COVID-19 rapid testing site extended through Dec. 5
Due to demand for testing, the City of Brighton is extending its mobile COVID-19 rapid testing site at Riverdale Regional Park (9755 Henderson Road) through Saturday, Dec. 5. Read on... -
City Manager Bais DiSessa announces leadership appointments
City of Brighton City Manager Jane Bais DiSessa is pleased to announce several new key appointments to her executive leadership team. Read on... -
City of Brighton announces second round of Brighton Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance Grant
The City of Brighton encourages residents to apply for its second round of the Brighton Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance Grant. Read on... -
City of Brighton reopens rent and mortgage grant for eligible businesses and nonprofits
The City of Brighton in conjunction with the Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has reopened applications for their grant program to assist eligible small businesses and nonprofits with rent or mortgage assistance. Read on... -
79 acres of significant farmland and water preserved in Historic Splendid Valley
The City of Brighton and Adams County, with the expertise of The Conservation Fund, have successfully preserved 79 acres of prime farmland in Historic Splendid Valley. Read on... -
City of Brighton to turn Festival of Lights Parade into drive-thru display
The City of Brighton invites the community to show us its brightest nighttime displays at the 2020 Festival of Lights Drive-Thru Parade in East Brighton from 5- 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12. Read on... -
City of Brighton seeks wreath sponsorships for Wreaths Across America
The City of Brighton is again joining Wreaths Across America on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 to lay remembrance wreaths on the graves of our local fallen heroes at Elmwood Cemetery. Read on... -
Tri-County Health Department issues curfew in new public health order
In response to a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Adams County, the Tri-County Health Department has issued a new public health order effective Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10 p.m. Read on... -
Growing Grads College and Career Fair going virtual
Individuals seeking to pursue postsecondary education are invited to attend the first City of Brighton, Office of Youth Services’ Growing Grads College and Career Virtual Fair on Monday, Nov. 30 from 5 - 8 p.m. Read on... -
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Growing Grads FAFSA Nights coming November through January
?The City of Brighton Office of Youth Services’ Growing Grads program is hosting a series of FAFSA Nights to provide students seeking postsecondary education assistance to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Read on... -
Brighton mobile rapid COVID-19 testing site changed to Riverdale Regional Park
To meet the demand of growing turnouts for testing, the City of Brighton has changed its mobile COVID-19 rapid testing site to Riverdale Regional Park located at 9755 Henderson Road, effective Tuesday, Nov. 2. Read on... -
Police seek assistance in organized crime ring
In October of 2017, Brighton Police Detective Arehart began investigating a check fraud that occurred at a bank in Brighton. Read on... -
Tri-County Health Department issues public health order to mitigate rise in COVID-19 cases
The City of Brighton, Adams County and the Tri-County Health Department (TCHD) are working together to mitigate the rise in COVID-19 cases. Read on... -
2020 Turkey Trot 5K goes virtual
The annual Turkey Trot is back this fall as a virtual 5K set for Nov. 21-28. Read on... -
Police make arrest in animal cruelty case
On October 9, 2020, Brighton Police arrested 31-year-old Brighton man, Ramiro Ramirez, on charges of Aggravated Animal Cruelty and Tampering with Evidence. Read on... -
Contract awarded for Medical Center Drive Improvement Project
On Tuesday, Oct. 6, City Council voted to approve a resolution to award a $584,660 contract to Asphalt Specialties Company, Inc. for the Medical Center Drive Improvement Project. Read on... -
Contract awarded for 144th and Sable Traffic Signal Project
On Tuesday, Oct. 6, City Council voted to approve a resolution to award a $390,008 contract to W.L. Contractors for the 144th and Sable Traffic Signal Construction Project. Read on... -
City Council supports extension of countywide sales tax for open space, bridge and road improvements
Brighton residents will be voting on two countywide sales tax extensions at the Nov. 3 General Election. Read on... -
City Council approves adoption of new building codes
On Oct. 6, City Council approved the adoption of several new building codes. Read on... -
Help protect your pet from coyote encounters
In light of a recent incident in which a dog was attacked by a coyote in the Crown Homes Subdivision, the City's Community Services Division would like to remind the public the importance of protecting your pets. Read on... -
Volunteers needed for Oct. 16 Tree Planting Project
The City of Brighton and its partners from the Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado are gearing up for their second tree planting project of the year on Friday, Oct. 16 and are seeking volunteers from the community to help plant trees. Read on... -
Brighton City Council votes to censure Council Member Kris Jordinelli
In a Special City Council meeting on Sept. 22, Brighton City Council voted 6-1 to approve a resolution to censure the conduct, condition and actions of Council Member Kris Jordinelli for his conduct at the Sept. 15 City Council meeting. Read on... -
City of Brighton warns of COVID-19 Assistance Grants email scam
The City of Brighton has been informed that residents are receiving emails letting them know they have been approved for a COVID-19 Assistance Grant and need to set up a new bank account to receive funds. Read on... -
Arrest made in child abuse investigation
Brighton police detectives have arrested 30-year-old Robert Joseph Slater Sheetz, of Brighton, on a felony charge of Child Abuse causing serious bodily injury. Read on... -
Mobile rapid COVID-19 testing site coming to Brighton
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 15, the City of Brighton will offer no cost, drive-up COVID-19 rapid testing to residents who reside within a Brighton zip code and/or employees of a Brighton business who are currently working within the City of Brighton. Read on... -
Walk Elmwood Cemetery to learn about Brighton's past
Elmwood Cemetery will host its fifth annual Cemetery Walk on Saturday, Oct. 3. Read on... -
Historic Preservation Commission awarded History Colorado Grant for Kuners Row Survey
The Brighton Historic Preservation (BHPC) is pleased to announce it has been awarded a $20,475 History Colorado Grant to begin the Kuners Row Historic Resource Survey and has hired Cultural Resource Historians, LLC to perform the work. Read on... -
Ken Mitchell Open Space officially opens to the public
After years in the making, Ken Mitchell Open Space in West Brighton has officially opened to the public. Read on... -
Reopening plan for Rec Center, parks, playgrounds and splash pads
The Brighton Recreation Center, city playgrounds, and city splash pads will reopen to the public, in accordance with new guidelines released on June 4 by the state. Read on... -
Some city buildings to reopen on June 8; Oasis closed for the season
On June 2, Brighton City Council voted to reopen Brighton City Hall and Historic City Hall, effective June 8. Read on... -
Guidance on temporary outdoor business expansion
Based on the Governor’s guidance for restaurants effective May 27, 2020, restaurants will be able to open for in-person dining at 50-percent capacity under specific guidelines. Read on...
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