Michael Martinez appointed as Acting City Manager

At its October 12 Special City Council meeting, Brighton City Council appointed Michael Martinez as Acting City Manager, effective Oct. 12, 2021, pending contract negotiations. Martinez’ appointment comes after the Oct. 11 resignation of Brighto...

City of Brighton welcomes back traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony

The City of Brighton will be celebrating its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony one week before its annual Festival of Lights Parade. The annual tradition will take place Saturday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. at Founders Plaza on Main and Bridge streets.

“We are...

Feedback wanted for new public art survey

The Brighton Cultural Arts Commission is seeking feedback on public art in Brighton through a new online survey. The goal is to gain a better understanding of the public’s priorities when it comes to art in Brighton. 

Questions range fro...

CIty Manager Jane Bais DiSessa announces resignation

The City of Brighton announces today the resignation of City Manager Jane Bais DiSessa, effective October 11, 2021. DiSessa has been the Brighton City Manager since September 14, 2020 and completed the term of her contract. 

The City Council is gr...

Brighton Cultural Arts Commission announces 2021 Excellence in Arts Awards winners

The Brighton Cultural Arts Commission has selected the following winners for its 2021 Excellence in Arts Awards: Jo Pinto, Chris Romero, Wilma Rose, Sydney VanderWal, Stephanie Brown and Dolly Garcia. Because of Brighton’s vibrant and growing cultural art...

Entries wanted for City of Brighton’s Annual Festival of Lights Parade

The City of Brighton is accepting entries for its 26th Annual Festival of Lights Parade in downtown Brighton. Entry categories include equine/livestock, floats, motorized vehicles, musical acts and bicycles. In years past, the parade featured more than 75...

IMAGE Summit Remix workshops starting October 25

Youth will get the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills and confidence at the City of Brighton’s Image Summit Remix workshops starting October 25. Every Monday through December 20, students grades 5 through 12 will get to participat...

City of Brighton seeks website feedback through public survey

The City of Brighton continually strives to improve its website as a resource for the community and is thus in the process of redesigning its website. Ahead of the launch of the redesign in 2022, City staff is seeking input from those who use www.brighton...

City Council proclaims October as College Application Month

Brighton City Council proclaimed October as College Application Month at its October 5 meeting. The proclamation aims to engage college-bound students in thinking about their next academic step, something the Brighton Office of Youth Services aspires to a...

City Council approves resolution urging voters to vote “yes” on 27J ballot questions

Brighton City Council on October 5 approved a resolution in support of 27J Schools’ mill levy override (5A) and bond (5B) ballot question for the November 2, 2021 election.

City Council encourages the citizens of Brighton to vote “yes” on Ballot Issue 5A, ...

Eagle View Adult Center to offer free annual Medicare series

Learn everything you need to know about Medicare in Eagle View Adult Center’s (EVAC) upcoming annual Medicare series starting October 19. Medicare is the federal government’s health insurance program that primarily covers people 65 and...

Brighton Police investigate domestic violence related shooting

On October 3, 2021, at approximately 1:48 p.m., Brighton police officers began an investigation into a shooting near Benedict Park, 1800 Skeel St. in Brighton, Colorado. Officers received information that a 36-year-old woman was dropped off at Platte Vall...

Main Street Creatives celebrates 10th Anniversary

The Main Street Creatives Gallery, a collective of Colorado artists who promote the arts in Brighton, is celebrating 10 years of artistry with a two-day event on Friday and Saturday, October 1 and 2 at the downtown Brighton gallery located at 36 S. Main S...

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee accepting proposals for 2022 Lodging Tax grants

Each year the Brighton City Council awards grants to support activities that strengthen economic development, fund special events, assist cultural arts facilities, and promote tourism and related activities that inspire people to spend money in Brighton.

T...

Annual Brighton Fiber Arts Show featured at The Armory Performing Arts Center

The third annual Brighton Fiber Arts Show is on display at The Armory Performing Arts Center (300 Strong Street) today, October 1 and Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show features quilts, needlepoint, embroidery and knitting. Visitors can vote...

North Outfall Project to impact Bridge Street traffic starting October 6

Major construction for the Brighton North Outfall Project will bring Bridge Street down to one lane of traffic in each direction from 5th to 8th avenues starting Wednesday, October 6 at 7 a.m. The lane closures will last for 24 hours a day until approxima...

Annual Turkey Trot returns November 20

The City of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department will host the 37th Annual Turkey Trot Run/Walk Race at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 20 at the Brighton Recreation Center located at 555 N. 11th Avenue.

The 5K run/walk is a Bolder Boulder ...

Job fair coming to The Armory Performing Arts Center on October 6

The Brighton Economic Development Corporation and the Adams County Workforce and Business Center will be hosting an in-person job fair at The Armory Performing Arts Center (300 Strong Street) on Wednesday, October 6 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

Job open...

Call for art for “Perspectives” 2021 exhibit

The City of Brighton Eye for Art program announces a call for art for the “Perspectives” art exhibit, a four-month show from November 19, 2021 to March 15, 2022 at Brighton City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue). 

“Perspectives” is an open-theme show. Artw...

Suspect in barricade situation taken into custody

Today around 3:45 p.m., Brighton Police received information from our law enforcement partners (Safe Streets) about the possible location of a suspect, Rigoberto Valles Dominguez (DOB 03/06/88), from the shooting of a Littleton Police officer, inside a re...

ARTfest at The Armory seeking artists

The City of Brighton’s community art show ARTfest will be presenting the “Fall/Winter Showcase” October 8, 2021 – January 18, 2022 at the Armory Performing Arts Center located at 300 Strong Street. Local artists who...

Youth basketball registration opening September 27

Registration for the City of Brighton’s 2022 youth basketball season will open Monday, September 27. The season will run from January 15 to February 26 for youth ages 6-12 years old. Teams are guaranteed one practice per week, but older teams may have the...

Victim Services Unit seeking Volunteer Victim Advocates

The Brighton and Commerce City Police departments are seeking highly-motivated individuals to become Volunteer Victim Advocates for the Victim Services Unit (VSU). Volunteer Victim Advocates provide on-scene crisis intervention with victims and witnesses ...

Brighton Police Department to host online community meeting on Sept. 30

The public is invited to attend the Brighton Police Department’s upcoming quarterly community meeting on Thursday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. on Zoom (log-in details below). Department staff from Support Services, Community Services, Records and Youth S...

Growing Grads FAFSA Nights return in-person starting in October

The City of Brighton’s Growing Grads program will be returning to in-person FAFSA Nights starting in the fall on October 13. The FAFSA Nights aim to provide students seeking postsecondary education assistance to apply for the Free Application fo...

Brighton Culture Arts Commission seeks nominations

The Brighton Cultural Arts Commission announces a call for nominations for its Excellence in Arts Awards. Brighton has a vibrant and growing cultural arts community, and the Commission would like to celebrate individuals and groups within Brighton who are...

Walk Elmwood Cemetery to learn about Brighton’s past

Elmwood Cemetery will host its annual Cemetery Walk on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 1 - 3:30 p.m.at the cemetery located at 14800 Old Brighton Road. The walk will give residents a peek into the lives of the city’s past leaders, farmers, pioneers and soldiers bur...

Brighton Police investigate armed robbery

On Saturday, August 28, 2021, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Brighton police officers were dispatched to the area of Bromley Lane and Fulton Ave regarding an armed carjacking. The victim reported being stopped at the traffic light when a young male approache...

20th anniversary of 9/11 commemoration ceremony to be held at Brighton City Hall

The public is invited on Saturday, September 11 to attend the city’s 20th anniversary commemoration ceremony of the 9/11 attacks to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost and the first responders who bravely stepped in to help. The Brighton Fire Rescue Distric...

City Council approves marijuana sales tax ballot question

On August 31, Brighton City Council voted 9-0 to approve a resolution to place a marijuana sales tax question on the ballot for the November 2, 2021 Election. 

The resolution for marijuana sales would allow for the sale of retail marijuana and mar...

Brighton Police respond to fatal crash

On Saturday, August 28, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Brighton police officers were dispatched to Interstate 76 (I-76) between Eagle Blvd. and Bromley Lane for a rollover crash. The crash resulted in the death  of an adult female and adult ma...

Trash Bash and Eco Event coming this fall

The City of Brighton will once again offer its popular Trash Bash for Brighton residents in need of large item disposal. The drop-off program will take place on Friday and Saturday, September 24 and 25 from 9 - 5 p.m. at the Brighton Wastewater T...

Upcoming Bridge Street lane closures for North Outfall Project

Starting Sunday, August 29, the westbound lanes of Bridge Street from 4th to 8th avenues will be closed from 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. for night work for the North Outfall Project. Traffic flow will be maintained in both the eastbound and westbound directions for t...

City of Brighton Community Survey begins open participation for all residents

The City of Brighton has launched open participation of its 2021 Community Survey and encourages all residents to provide their feedback to help plan for Brighton’s future. Questions in The National Community Survey (NCS) through Polco NRC (National Resea...

Brighton Recreation Center fall brochure is now available

From swimming lessons, sports, youth programming and fitness to Car-nival Palooza and the annual Turkey Trot, new programs and events will be available at the Brighton Recreation Center in the fall. Registration opens for Brighton residents on Aug. 26 at ...

City Council to consider marijuana sales tax ballot question at August 31 meeting

Brighton City Council will consider at the August 31 City Council meeting whether to approve a resolution regarding placing marijuana sales on the ballot for the November 2, 2021 Election. 

The ballot for marijuana sales would allow for the sale o...

Growing Grads College and Career Readiness Kickoff returning Sept. 15

The City of Brighton’s Growing Grads College and Career Readiness Kickoff is set to return in-person on Wednesday, September 15 at The Armory Performing Arts Center from 5:30 - 8 p.m. High school juniors, seniors and parents are encouraged to at...

Candlelight ceremony among scheduled events for The Wall That Heals’ stop in Brighton

To commemorate the healing legacy of The Wall That Heals when it stops in Brighton, the City will be hosting a series of events the week of the official public opening of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Wall on Thursday, September 2. The public and ...

New Eye for Art exhibit open to the public

More than 50 artists and 160 pieces of art are now featured in the newest Eye For Art “Return to Summer” exhibit at City Hall. The artwork ranges in medium, including oil, acrylic, watercolor and computer paintings, graphite drawings, ...

Touch-A-Truck returning on August 28

For the fourth year, the City of Brighton will be bringing out its heavy machinery for Touch-A-Truck on Saturday, August 28 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the parking lot of Brighton City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue).

At the annual event, kids of all ages will get ...

Brighton Housing Authority’s Executive Director Joseph Espinosa moving on to new opportunities

Joseph A. Espinosa, Executive Director of the Brighton Housing Authority (BHA), has announced his intention to step down from his current position effective August 12.  Espinosa provided notice of his intent to the Housing Authority’s B...

Hop on Brighton’s pARTy Bus

The Office of Arts and Culture will host Brighton’s pARTy Bus Friday, July 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. The bus will take passengers to three different art receptions happening all in one night. 

The bus will continuously circle the route from each recepti...

City Council hires new city attorney

Brighton City Council appointed Alicia R. Calderón as the new City Attorney at the July 20 City Council meeting. Calderón’s first day will be August 23, 2021. 

Prior to being hired with the City of Brighton, Calder&...

Brighton residents encouraged to take new community survey

The City of Brighton is launching The National Community Survey (NCS) through Polco NRC (National Research Center) to get resident input on a wide range of community issues ranging from crime and safety and employment opportunities to overall quality of l...

Freddy’s coming soon to Brighton

The Brighton Economic Development Corporation and the City of Brighton are excited to welcome Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers®. Freddy’s, a fast-casual restaurant concept, recently started construction at 2203 Prairi...

Young entrepreneurs to sell goods at City Barbecue

For the first time in the city’s history, some of Brighton’s youngest entrepreneurs will be selling their goods at the annual City Barbeque on Thursday, July 22. The budding business men and women of Brighton are part of the Growing Gr...

Brighton Art in the Park announces call for artists

The City of Brighton will host its fourth annual Art in the Park festival from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 18 at Carmichael Park located at 650 Southern Street.

Artists interested in showcasing and selling their artwork can visit&...

Tornado siren test on June 17 at 1:30 p.m.

Council approves memorandum of understanding for automated license plate readers

On Tuesday, June 15, City Council voted 8-0 (one absence) to agree to a memorandum of understanding with the Colorado State Patrol regarding automated license plate readers (ALPRs) to help with locating stolen vehicles within city limits. The $66,240 proj...

Brighton residents invited to annual City Barbeque

Brighton City Council will host their annual City Barbecue from 5:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 22 at Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street).

Residents are encouraged to attend the event to meet City Council members, share questions and concerns and lear...

Oasis to start season pass holder priority line starting next week

Starting on Monday, June 14, the Oasis Family Aquatic Park will begin prioritizing season pass holders with a season pass priority line in an effort to help with entry efficiency at the park. 

Since the reopening of the Oasis on June 5, ...

City of Brighton transitions to new online bill pay portal

The City of Brighton is in the process of transitioning its online bill pay portal from XPress BillPay to Wells Fargo e-Bill. This transition makes it possible to handle a larger volume of electronic payments from customers without interruption. The Wells...

Blues Blast returning to the Armory Performing Arts Center

Blues Blast is coming back for the eighth year to The Armory Performing Arts Center on Saturday, July 10. Headlining the event this year will be Ruthie Foster, winner of The Blues Foundation's 'Koko Taylor Award' for Traditional...

Fourth of July celebration to return to Carmichael Park

The City of Brighton’s popular annual Fourth of July festival will be making its return to Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern Street) on Sunday, July 4. Live entertainment includes music from DJ Tidal Wave starting at 5 p.m., followed by a perform...

$2.7 million contract approved for police body-worn cameras

On Tuesday, June 2, Brighton City Council voted 7-0 (two Council members absent) to approve a 10-year $2.7 million contract to AXON Enterprises Inc. to implement body-worn cameras for the Brighton Police Department’s Officer Safety Program 7+. I...

Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park to reopen June 5

After a closed summer season in 2020, the Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park is gearing up to reopen its doors to the public on Saturday, June 5. The facility will have new standards for operation, including timed entry waves for guests: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.,...

Brighton Municipal Court to begin holding in-person court hearings

Starting Friday, June 4, the Brighton Municipal Court will begin modifying its court sessions to add in-person hearings:

In-person hearings:

• Friday (all times)
• Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Virtual hearings:

• Tuesdays (except for 10 a.m.)
• *Note: On Friday, June 11, hearin...

Brighton Police Identify Driver in Fatal Crash

On Saturday, May 29, 2021, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Brighton police officers were dispatched to Interstate 76 (I-76) and Bromley Lane for a rollover crash. The crash resulted in the death of a child. Initially, police reported that the child was 11 yea...

2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report results

On Tuesday night, the Brighton City Council was presented with the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for 2020. Haynie & Company, the city’s independent audit firm, presented the results during the regularly scheduled Study Session. The city receiv...

City launches new online form for 50/50 Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter Program

The City of Brighton’s 50/50 Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter Program aims to help ease the financial costs of maintenance and replacements, and now features a new online form to help residents more easily apply for the program. By navigating to brightonco.gov/5...

Flix and Kicks 2021 summer series lineup announced

The City of Brighton is gearing up to host another year of its popular outdoor Flix and Kicks concerts and movies in the park series this summer.

The 2021 schedule will include the following concerts and movies:

• Thursday, June 17: Wendy Woo Band (Rock, blue...

Summerfest 2021 artist lineup announced

The City of Brighton is thrilled to announce the musical lineup for Summerfest on Saturday, June 5: Jon Portillo & David J. Henning, Groove 'N Motion and event headliner, Super Diamond. Musical acts will kick off at 11 a.m. and will be performed on th...

Call for art for “Return to Summer” 2021 exhibit

The City of Brighton Eye for Art program announces a call for artists for its “Return to Summer” art exhibit. This exhibit is a four-month show spanning the summer to winter months from July 23 to November 23 at Brighton City Hall (500...

Oasis still seeking lifeguards

The Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park is still seeking people to join its team of lifeguards for the summer, with more than 20 positions still available. The Oasis offers flexible hours, competitive pay, a free pass to the Brighton Recreation Center, opp...

Rocky Mountain PBS to feature Brighton Buddhist Church

The historic Brighton Buddhist Church will be featured on Rocky Mountain PBS on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. as part of the "Colorado Experience" series.

The episode looks at the history and transformation of the church into the brewery that it&...

Brighton Youth Commission and Brighton Youth Corps recruiting new members

The Brighton Youth Commission (BYC) is recruiting for open positions on both the Commission and the Brighton Youth Corps of Volunteers.  Interested applicants can apply by clicking this link. The deadline for applications is Friday, June 18 at 5 ...

ARTfest at The Armory open to the public

The public is invited to view the City of Brighton’s community art show ARTfest titled “Celebrating the Arts” through Tuesday, July 6 at the Armory Performing Arts Center (300 Strong Street). The exhibit is free to the public...

Summerfest coming June 5th

The City of Brighton is excited to announce that Summerfest, the city’s largest community festival, is making its return to Carmichael Park (650 E. Southern St.) on Saturday, June 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Events will include family-friendly acti...

Brighton Employee Charities recognize scholarship recipients

The City of Brighton Employee Charities (BEC) has selected four recipients for scholarships this year.  The winners will each receive $1,000 toward their college expenses.  The scholarships are awarded to the recipients based on a high e...

Historic Splendid Valley project featured in book about community food webs

Work to preserve farmland in Historic Splendid Valley is celebrated in a new book called Building Community Food Webs by food systems analyst Ken Meter. Published by Island Press, his book highlights the stories of communities across the country ...

Winner selected for 2021 Arbor Day Fifth Grade Poster Contest

The City of Brighton is pleased to announce Pennock Elementary Fifth Grader Lucy Ratkiewicz as the winner of the City’s annual Arbor Day Fifth Grade Poster Contest. The contest gives students the opportunity to show their creativity to raise awareness of ...

SPEAK Week to feature Drive-In Movie Night

As part of SPEAK Week, the Brighton Youth Commission will be hosting a Drive-In Movie Night on Friday, April 30. The Academy Award-winning film “Inside Out” will be featured at the Brighton Pavilions (the parking lot behind Fishtail Cuisine of India &...

Brighton Recreation Center to change to level blue

The Brighton Recreation Center will be making several adjustments to align with Adams County moving to Level Blue on the COVID-19 dial. On Saturday, May 1, the Rec Center will move forward with providing extended hours, the return of several key programs,...

Vendors and sponsorships wanted for Summerfest

The City of Brighton’s largest community festival, Summerfest, is set to return to Carmichael Park on Saturday, June 5, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ahead of this date, the City is seeking vendors and sponsorships for the festival. Events will include family-frien...

Brighton Police Department to host online community meeting

The public is invited to attend the Brighton Police Department’s Community Meeting on Wednesday, May 26 at 6 p.m. on Zoom (see log-in details below). Department staff will be presenting recent crime trends and statistics, crime prevention tips a...

Season passes for Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park available for purchase

After much anticipation, the City of Brighton is excited to announce the Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park will be open for the 2021 season from Saturday, June 5 - Sunday, August 8. Ahead of the opening, Oasis season passes are now available for purchase...

Join the City of Brighton's 2021 Earth Day & Arbor Day Events

In honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day, the City of Brighton will be hosting a series of events starting on April 20 to promote environmental protection and sustainability and the planting and preservation of trees. The community is invited to participate in...

City of Brighton to give away free saplings and seeds on Earth Day

To celebrate Earth Day and the upcoming Arbor Day, the City of Brighton will be giving away free saplings and planting seeds to Brighton residents on Thursday, April 22 outside City Hall (500 S. 4th Avenue). Distribution will begin at 7:30 a.m. and will b...

SPEAK Week to offer QPR training

In partnership with The Pennock Center for Counseling, the Brighton Youth Commission will be offering two virtual QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) courses for the community on Monday, April 26. Classes will take place at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and are free of ...

City of Brighton to offer “Introduction to Basic Landscaping” classes

Learn from the experts how to increase the chances for success when landscaping in Brighton through the City’s virtual Introduction to Basic Landscaping Classes at 6 p.m. on Monday, April 26 and Monday, May 3. Taught by the City’s Open...

City of Brighton seeks volunteers for The Wall That Heals event 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. The Wall will be located at Carmichael Park (650 Sou...

SPEAK Week to kick off April 26

The Brighton Youth Commission will be hosting a series of events for SPEAK (Suicide, Prevention, Education, Awareness and Knowledge) Week April 26 - May 1. The goal of SPEAK Week is to raise awareness about the prevalence of teen suicide and to educate th...

City of Brighton recognized as a 2020 Tree City USA

The City of Brighton has earned a 2020 Tree City USA designation for the 35th year from the Arbor Day Foundation. This honor recognizes the city's commitment to effective urban forest management.

Brighton achieved Tree City USA recognition by meet...

City of Brighton recovers potential fraud of $348,000

Over the past 24 hours, City of Brighton staff worked diligently to recover potential fraud totaling $348,000. On Monday, March 29, the City sent a $348,000 Automated Clearing House (ACH) transaction to the bank, payable to a vendor as part of a contract ...

City of Brighton to host online informational seminar on mobile food vendors

As the City of Brighton works to amend the rules and processes for mobile food vendors, vendors and business owners are encouraged to attend the City’s two upcoming Zoom seminars in which City staff will be presenting information on mobile food vendors op...

Trash Bash coming this spring and fall

The City of Brighton will once again offer its popular Trash Bash for Brighton residents in need of large item disposal. The drop-off program will take place in the spring on Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1 and in the fall on Friday, Sept. 24 and Sat...

Two Brighton Youth Commissioners selected for 2021 Daniels Fund Scholarship

Brighton Youth Commissioners Ashley Settergren and Tessa Davis have been selected for the 2021 Daniels Fund Scholarship Program, a four-year college scholarship of up to $25,000 per year. The goal of the program is to give students the opportunity to earn...

Brighton Recreation Center to change swim reservation system

In order to meet the high demand for lap swim lanes, the Brighton Recreation Center will be changing its lane reservation system starting on Monday, April 5.

Lap swim and therapy lane reservations will be made for a half a lap lane. Lanes will be split bet...

Bike Brighton releases 2021 Full Moon Bike Ride schedule

**UPDATE: The June 24 Full Moon Bike Ride (FMBR) through Prairie Center has been changed due to a safety issue. The June FMBR will be replaced by the August FMBR route. Subsequently, the June FMBR route will become the August route.**

Gear up for Bike Bri...

Help for Homes community project accepting applications

The City of Brighton and Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. are accepting applications for the 15th Annual Help for Homes community project. The Help for Homes (HFH) program brings volunteers and neighbors together to paint or fix up homes needing minor exterio...

Brighton Recreation Center extends Annual Pass Sale

Due to the weekend snowstorm and related facility closures, the Brighton Recreation Center is offering an extension of its Annual Pass Sale through Friday, March  26. The sale offers a 21-percent discount off annual memberships to the Rec Center....

Growing Grads to launch new Young Entrepreneur Program

Brighton Youth Services’ Growing Grads Program is set to launch its new Young Entrepreneur Program in June. The workshops will be held virtually and will consist of a series of hour-long classes that will teach and empower youth how to build their own bus...

Snowstorm cleanup could take several days

Brighton residents urged to use caution with snow-damaged trees

The City of Brighton would like to remind residents to use caution when dealing with trees after this weekend’s snowstorm. Significant snowfall has accumulated on tree branches, which has the potential to damage trees.

Here are some tips when dealing with ...

Police Make Arrest in Aggravated Assault Investigation

Brighton Police detectives are investigating a dispute between two men that led to one man firing a handgun. During the afternoon of Sunday, March 7, dispatch received several calls from witnesses about a shooting in the area of Highway 85 and Bromley Lan...

Brighton Recreation Center launches summer sport offerings on March 15

Don’t miss out on a sport-filled summer! The Brighton Recreation Center will launch registration for all summer adult and youth sport offerings starting on Monday, March 15. League deadlines vary with seasons ranging from six to 10 weeks. Registration for...

Growing Grads 2021 Virtual College and Career Fair set for April

The City of Brighton’s Growing Grads program will be hosting its second Virtual College and Career Fair on Wednesday, April 21 from 4-8 p.m. High school juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend and explore post-secondary options. Due to cont...

Brighton Parks and Recreation job fair coming in March

The Brighton Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a job fair on Monday, March 1 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Recreation Center Gymnasium (555 N. 11th Avenue). Individuals seeking employment with skill sets that match open positions (training is avail...

Brighton Youth Commissioner appointed to council of National League of Cities

For the second year in a row, Brighton Youth Commissioner Giana Rocha has been appointed as a youth representative of the National League of Cities (NLC) 2021 Council on Youth, Education and Families. This council guides and oversees the work of NLC&r...

Cemetery staff to begin Spring Cleanup in March

Starting on March 1, City of Brighton Cemetery staff will begin their “Spring Cleanup" responsibilities. To make way for cemetery maintenance like mowing, aerating and overseeding, staff will be removing decorations from graves — ...

Submissions wanted for annual Arbor Day Fifth Grade Poster Contest

The City of Brighton is hosting the annual Arbor Day Fifth Grade Poster Contest to give students the chance to show their creativity to raise awareness of trees and their important environmental role. The contest is statewide, but will also be held at a c...

Garden in a Box kits soon for sale

Get ready to plant a garden for a greener future! The City of Brighton Utilities Department in partnership with Resource Central invites the public to purchase a plant through the Garden In A Box Program. Through this partnership, City of Brighton utility...

Council Member Tim Watts appointed to additional councils for National League of Cities

Brighton City Council Member Tim Watts has been recently appointed to the Small Cities Council (SCC) and Council on Youth Education and Families (YEF) for the National League of Cities (NLC). The Small Cities Council is made up of city officials with popu...

City Council approves goat keeping pilot program

In a 9-0 vote, City Council approved at the Feb. 2 Council meeting a new pilot program to permit miniature goats on residential properties. The pilot program will be for a two-year period, with 10 permits offered through a lottery. The terms of the progra...

Street closures for Brighton North Outfall Project

On Monday, Feb. 1, construction on the Brighton North Outfall Project will begin. This project will construct storm drain improvements to mitigate nuisance flooding to residents north of downtown Brighton. American West Construction will start work on 4th...

Vietnam Veterans who died after returning home eligible to be honored at The Wall That Heals

**UPDATE: The deadline for submissions for the "In Memory" display has been extended to July 31, 2021. For family members of Vietnam Veterans who'd like to submit an application for the ceremony in Washington D.C., the deadline is March...

City of Brighton bus shelters and benches feature You Have Options Program campaign

In its continued effort to promote its You Have Options Program (YHOP) to encourage reporting of sexual assault, the Brighton Police Department has launched a new campaign featuring the YHOP banner on city bus shelters and benches. As part of this campaig...

Sign your love on the City of Brighton’s first ValenSign’s Day event

Share your message of love at Carmichael Park this Valentine’s Day! On the City of Brighton’s first-ever ValenSign’s Day, the public is invited to personalize a message to be printed on heart-shaped signs that will be placed at Carmichael Park (650 E. Sou...

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. Reservations will be required for the following days...

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. Watts has been elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for ...

Non-Potable Pond Pump Station project to kick off on Jan. 25

On Jan. 25, construction will begin to replace the existing non-potable pump station that irrigates parks along Southern Street. The $2.2 million project will provide a reliable solution to the non-potable irrigation system along Southern St., help reduce...

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. The approximately $3.99 million project will provide a long-term, reliable infrastructure for the transfer of South Platte Wells raw water to the Rev...

Construction Notice - 144th and Sable Traffic Signal Project

On Jan. 11, the 144th Avenue and Sable Boulevard Traffic Signal project will commence with the first phase of construction. The first phase will consist of underground utilities, boring operations, signal pole foundations and additional ground-level work....

Coronavirus (COVID-2019) Updates

COVID-2019 (Coronavirus)

The City of Brighton staff continues to be in communication with local health partners, Tri-County Health Department (TCHD), and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) regarding the 2019 Coronavirus diseas...

Adams County moves back from Level Red to Orange

Due to a sustained decrease in COVID-19 positive cases and hospitalizations throughout the State of Colorado, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has moved the all counties currently operating within the Red Level: Severe Risk...

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. From Jan. 2 - March 5, the Rec Center will be offering a 21-percent discount on annual individual, couple or family passes for 2021. Members...

Police investigating shooting

Brighton police are investigating a disturbance in which three people appear to have been shot in a Brighton apartment.

Officers were dispatched to 131 W. Egbert St. on a report of a disturbance at about 11:40 p.m. on Tuesday night, Dec. 23, 2020. Upon arr...

Brighton Recreation Center announces early 2021 sports programs

The Brighton Recreation Center is gearing up for 2021 with new and returning annual sports programs. From a new Basketball Skills Challenge to the Skyhawks Sports Clinics, below are the programs coming starting January 2021. COVID-19 health and safety gui...

Armed carjacking

On Monday, December 21, 2020, at approximately 9:45 a.m., a Brighton resident was robbed at gunpoint. The victim was unloading groceries from his vehicle in his apartment complex's parking lot in the 100 block of S. Miller Ave. When two adult mal...

Go green and recycle your Christmas tree

The City of Brighton will offer Christmas tree recycling from Dec. 26 - Jan. 15 at the following locations:

•Brighton Park south parking lot (9th Avenue and Midland Street)•Brighton Sports Complex (1111 Judicial Center Drive)•Ken...

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. The current art exhibit, &am...

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). This award focuses on teenagers who have triumphed over great odds and serve as inspiration and role models f...

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. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there were only a...

Medical Center Drive to be closed for construction

Medical Center Drive will be closed a couple of weeks for mill and overlay work. The City of Brighton and Asphalt Specialties Co. will be working on approximately three-quarters of a mile of the corridor from 1800 Medical Center (the road to Comfort Inn &...

City of Brighton to feature The Wall That Heals in September 2021

**UPDATE: The deadline for submissions for the "In Memory" display has been extended to July 31, 2021. For family members of Vietnam Veterans who'd like to submit an application for the ceremony in Washington D.C., the deadline is March...

City of Brighton launches third round of business rent and mortgage grant

**UPDATE: There is now a waitlist for the third round of the City's business rent and mortgage assistant grant. This is due to the allocated funds for this grant being fully awarded. Individuals on the waitlist will be prioritized in the event of...

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. The adopted budget includes an approximate 1.32-percent decre...

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. The test site is located at Riverdale Regional Park (9755 Henderson Road) and hours of operation will rem...

Brighton Municipal Court going virtual in December

The Brighton Municipal Court will be holding most court sessions virtually via Zoom effective Tuesday, Dec. 8. Defendants who are summoned to appear for court will use the QLess application on their mobile device or through the link found on the court web...

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. The drive-thru parade route will begin at Tower Road and Souther...

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. The tax rates will be reduced from 86.025 mills in 2019 to 64.662 mills in 2021. This reduction was made possible as a re...

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. The species of trees available are selected specifically for Brighton’s water demands and soil conditions. The tree program is...

BEDC, North Metro SBDC and Brighton Chamber to offer digital marketing strategy classes

In an effort to assist our local businesses in the changing landscape that has persisted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has partnered with the Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Burea...

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. The $397,000 project will include the rehabilitation of 214 manholes as part of the continuation of an on-going rehabilitation plan. The project take...

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. We are pleased to announce this special event brought to you throug...

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. Testing days and hours will remain the same, Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. ...

City of Brighton announces second round of Brighton Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance Grant

**UPDATE: There is now a waitlist for the City of Brighton's second round of Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance. Due to an overwhelming number of applications, the City has awarded all of the funds allocated for this grant. Individuals on the...

City of Brighton reopens rent and mortgage grant for eligible businesses and nonprofits

This grant is made possible through funds from the federal CARES Act, which Adams County is distributing to local municipalities to assist businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

**Due to high volume, funds for this program have been fully ...

79 acres of significant farmland and water preserved in Historic Splendid Valley

Brighton area prime soils actively farmed for over a century remain key part of community’s agricultural heritage and local food supply

The City of Brighton and Adams County, with the expertise of The Conservation Fund, have successfully preserve...

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. Due to COVID-19, the City will not be able to host its traditiona...

City of Brighton seeks wreath sponsorships for Wreaths Across America

Every December, Wreaths Across America (WAA) honors fallen military members by placing a wreath on the graves of veterans. To honor this tradition, the City of Brighton is again joining Wreaths Across America on Saturday, Dec. 19 to lay remembrance wreath...

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 for the county that includes new restrictions, including a curfew for everyone except essential workers to...

Growing Grads College and Career Fair going virtual

Individuals seeking to pursue post-secondary 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. Due to COVID-19 social distancing...

City of Brighton launches new Capital Project Dashboard

City of Brighton residents can now view progress on major capital projects on the Capital Project Report Card, a new project dashboard on the City’s website. The projects highlighted on the dashboard are ones budgeted for the current year and in...

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). At these s...

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. Testing days and times remain the same on Tue...

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. Several months later, Commerce City Detective Brunner began investigating a similar case that occurred at a check cashing business...

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. According to the TCHD, the percent positivity rate for Adams County stands at 7.9-percent, with the two-week COVID-...

2020 Turkey Trot 5K goes virtual

The annual Turkey Trot is back this fall as a virtual 5K set for Nov. 21-28. Participants will have the week to complete the run, which can be done from anywhere (area residents may wish to use the suggested routes below).  Registration is $13 pe...

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.  

Ramirez is accused of fatally assaulting his family’s pet German Shepherd after...

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. The project will complete the roadway segment along Medical Center Dr. that ...

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. This project aims to improve the safety and traffic flow of the intersection. W.L....

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. On Tuesday, Oct. 6, City Council voted to approve two resolutions to express support for 1) the permanent extension of an existing countywide sales ta...

City Council approves adoption of new building codes

On Tuesday, Oct. 6, the Brighton City Council approved the adoption of the 2018 International Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, Property Maintenance, Existing Building, Swimming Pool and Spa Code, Fire Codes and t...

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. See guidelines below:

HELP PROTECT...

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. The event is set to take...

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. In accordance with...

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. While the City does notify residents of awards via...

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. 

Sheetz was arrested after police were called to Children’s Hospital on a child...

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. The m...

Walk Elmwood Cemetery to learn about Brighton's past

Elmwood Cemetery will host its fifth annual Cemetery Walk on Saturday, Oct. 3. The event will give residents a peek into the lives of Brighton’s historical leaders, farmers, pioneers, and soldiers buried in the cemetery.

Volunteer guides will be ...

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. This project will s...

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. The opening marks the completion of the section of the Colorado Front Range Trail that runs through the 600-acre open space and regional park, complet...