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, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) regarding the 2019 Coronavirus disease (COVI...

City Council names finalists for City Manager position

At tonight’s special meeting, City Council announced the four finalists who will be interviewing for the Brighton City Manager position this week. The finalists are: Jane DiSessa, Mark Rooney, Kenny Young, and Jane Shang. 

The City of Br...

Volunteers needed for City of Brighton’s Tree Planting Project

The City of Brighton is seeking volunteers from the community to help plant trees for its upcoming Tree Planting Project on Aug. 28. The event is set to take place from 8 a.m. to noon at Colorado Park located at 265 Miller Avenue. With guidance from Brigh...

City of Brighton appoints new Utilities Director

City of Brighton Acting City Manager Marv Falconburg is pleased to announce the appointment of Brett Sherman to Director of Utilities. As Director, Sherman will oversee the implementation, operation, and maintenance of all facilities related to the delive...

City of Brighton announces new COVID-19 Residential Water and Sewer Grant

The City of Brighton encourages residents to apply for the new Residential Water and Sewer Grant. Funding for the grant comes from the federal CARES Act and provides up to $300 in one-time assistance for water and sewer payments to residents who have face...

City of Brighton announces new COVID-19 Business Water and Sewer Grant

The City of Brighton encourages businesses to apply for the new Business Water and Sewer Grant. Funding for the grant comes from the federal CARES Act and provides up to $9,000 in one-time assistance for water and sewer payments to businesses that have fa...

Council to host Open House for City Manager candidate finalists

Brighton City Council invites community members to attend an open house for the City Manager candidate finalists on July 15 from 6 - 7 p.m. or 7 - 8 p.m. The community open house will be at the Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong Street. The open ho...

Online engagement tool launches for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update

The City of Brighton is seeking community input for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update through a new online engagement website. A survey and other input opportunities are available at https://planbrightonparksandrecreation.com/. The surv...

Police seek information in rollover crash

Brighton police are attempting to locate the driver of a semi-truck that was involved in a rollover crash on northbound Highway 85 near 144th Ave. just after 1:35 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8.

Video of the crash obtained by police shows the vehicle that rolle...

City awards $3.99 million contract for South Platte Wells Transmission Line Construction Project

On July 7, City Council voted to approve a $3,990,688.50 contract to Hudick Excavating Inc. dba HEI Civil for the South Platte Wells Transmission Line Construction Project. The contract comes after a formal bidding process that included 14 companies, with...

Flix & Kicks concert and movies series to kick off July 16

The City of Brighton will be hosting its popular Flix & Kicks concert and movie series beginning July 16. All series events will be held at Carmichael Park, located at 650 Southern Ave. Out of COVID-19-related health and safety precautions, the City w...

City Manager selection process update

The City of Brighton received 73 applications for the City Manager position recently advertised. On April 21, City Council voted to hire executive recruiting firm Colin Baenziger & Associates to conduct the nationwide search. Colin Baenziger & Ass...

Brighton Recreation Center to expand capacity, allow drop-ins

The Brighton Recreation Center will be entering phase two of its reopening on July 6, transitioning from reservations-only to allowing drop-ins with its expanded capacity. The hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. (all guests...

Brighton Recreation Center adds group fitness classes to summer offerings

The Brighton Recreation Center has added live in-person group fitness classes to its summer 2020 offerings. Reservations are required for the classes to give instructors time to prepare for class size and accommodation. Please reserve your slot one hour b...

Police seek information in fatal crash

Brighton police are attempting to locate the driver of a pick-up truck that was involved in a fatal motorcycle crash on the Bridge Street off-ramp of southbound Highway 85 just after 2:00 pm on Saturday, June 20th.According to witnesses, a furniture cushi...

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...

First 2020 Full Moon Bike Ride set for July 8

Bike Brighton will host the Buck Moon Ride, the first 2020 Full Moon Bike Ride, on July 8 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bicyclists are asked to meet at the starting location at Emi Chikuma Splash Pad and Plaza in Benedict Park (1750 Skeel Street). The event is f...

City of Brighton funds the Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Food Pantry in Brighton this summer

The City of Brighton is completely funding the Food Bank of the Rockies Mobile Food Pantry in  Brighton this summer. The Brighton City Council desires to keep food on the table for Brighton individuals and families who are currently struggling fi...

Parks and Recreation merges long-range planning meetings into single public forum

The City of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department has merged its upcoming long-range planning meetings into a single citywide public forum set for July 8. The meeting will take place virtually through Zoom (details below) from 5:30 - 7 p.m....

City Council awards $2.4 million Core City Pipe Replacement contract

On June 16, City Council voted to award a $2,399,883 contract to Duran Excavating, Inc. for the Core City Pipe Replacement Project. The decision comes after a formal bidding process that included nine companies, with Duran Excavating, Inc. selected as the...

City of Brighton completes upgrades, replacements to several playgrounds and parks

The City of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department has completed a series of projects to upgrade and replace several of the city’s playgrounds and parks.

Since the first reported cases of COVID-19 hit Colorado in March, the Parks a...

City of Brighton announces new Brighton Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance Grant

The City of Brighton encourages residents to apply for the new Brighton Household Rent and Mortgage Assistance Grant. Funding for the grant comes from the federal CARES Act and provides up to $3,000 in one-time assistance for rent and mortgage payments to...

Bike to Work Day Breakfast Burrito Bike-In set for June 24

On June 24 between 6:30-8:30 a.m., Bike Brighton will host the Bike to Work Day Breakfast Burrito Bike-In. The first 50 people to bike to the Bike Brighton tent at Emi Chikuma Splash Pad and Plaza (1750 Skeel Street) will receive a free breakfast burrito ...

City of Brighton seeks public input for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update

The City of Brighton is updating its long-range planning vision for parks and recreation, greenways and trails, and open space and invites the community to give input at its upcoming public meetings:

    June 24: For Ward 1 residents

&...

2020 Fourth of July Fireworks: Home Edition

The City of Brighton is set to host the 2020 Fourth of July Fireworks: Home Edition on July 4 at dusk. Due to COVID-19-related health and safety concerns surrounding large gatherings, the event will only consist of the fireworks display and will not inclu...

City of Brighton announces new Safer Activities Grant

The City of Brighton encourages local small businesses, non-profits, and community groups to apply for the new Safer Activities Grant. Funding for the grant comes from the federal CARES Act and provides up to $5,000 in assistance for personal protective e...

Inspections for private residences to resume on Monday

On June 15, the City of Brighton’s Building Division will resume inspections in private residences after COVID-19-related health and safety concerns put inspections temporarily on hold. This includes inspections for basement finishes, air condit...

Free tree limb disposal service extended to next week

Due to an overwhelming response, the City of Brighton is expanding the hours of its tree limb disposal site and extending its curbside tree pick-up program to next week. The limb disposal site (325 N. Kuner Road) will be open Saturday, June 13 from 7 a.m....

Registration open for Brighton Recreation sports leagues

In accordance with recent state guidelines, the Brighton Recreation Center is opening up registration for its sports leagues with some modifications to keep players safe.

Below are some of the upcoming leagues people can sign up for:

Adult Softball:

Registr...

Recreation Center Opening June 15: Registration Details

When the Brighton Recreation Center opens its doors to the public on June 15, visitors will be required to pre-register to use the facility’s amenities. Each reservation will be for a specific time block of 1 hour, 15 minutes and can be made up ...

City splash pads to open to the public tomorrow

City of Brighton splash pads Footprint Park (4515 Mt. Sneffles St.) and Emi Chikuma Plaza (1750 Skeel St.) will be open to the public starting June 9 at 9 a.m. Based on guidance from the Colorado Department of Health and Public Environment (CDPHE), the ma...

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. City staff have made adjustments to the Brighton Recreation Center and implemented precaut...

Some city buildings to reopen on June 8; Oasis closed for the season

On June 2, Brighton City Council voted to reopen the following city-owned buildings effective June 8:

    Brighton City Hall, 500 S. 4th Ave.

    Historic City Hall, 22 S. 4th Ave.

Hours of operation will be Monday to Frid...

Temporary Use Application fees waived until September

On June 2, City Council voted to waive the fee for temporary use applications.

Beginning May 27, state guidelines permitted indoor seating for restaurants limited to 50-percent of capacity or 50 people (whichever is less). Echoing Governor Jared Polis, Cit...

Council awards contract for the 2020 Street Preservation Project

On June 2, City Council voted to approve a $3,198.495.60 contract for the 2020 Street Preservation Project to A-1 Chipseal Co.

The project targets annual maintenance projects that are part of the City’s strategic plan. The project includes chip s...

Council issues letter to residents regarding forensic audit

On June 2, Brighton City Council voted to issue a letter to Brighton residents and businesses regarding the forensic audit of the city’s Utilities funds that was recently completed.

A copy of the letter is available here. 

In November, C...

Deadline extended for Brighton grant providing small business rental and mortgage assistance

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. 

The City of Brighton and the Brighton Economic Development Co...

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 of the indoor posted occupancy code limit, but cannot exceed 50 people, whichever is less. The ...

Brighton Recreation Center’s Sports Department to host summer sports camps

Using guidance from the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, the Brighton Recreation Center’s Sports Department will be hosting youth sports camps starting in June.

Kicking things off the week of June 15 will be beginner softba...

Unofficial City of Brighton Ward 2 Special Run-off Election results

As of 7:54 p.m. on May 26, 2020, the unofficial Ward 2 Special Run-off Election results are as follows: 

• Ann Taddeo - 462

• Donald D.R. Dill - 337

Ann Taddeo will be sworn-in on June 16 and will fill the Ward 2 vacated seat of the unexpired t...

City seeks public input on proposal for urban goat keeping

The City of Brighton is looking for public feedback on a proposal to allow urban goat keeping within city limits. Staff from the city’s Community Development and Police departments have been directed by City Council to draft a proposal to amend ...

City of Brighton grant to provide small businesses rental and business mortgage assistance

With funding from Adams County through the federal CARES Act, the City of Brighton in conjunction with the Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC), has created a grant program to assist businesses with 50 or fewer employees in paying the rent or ...

Search begins for next Brighton City Manager

The City of Brighton has started the search for its next City Manager and is taking applications for the position recently advertised. The ideal candidate would be an outstanding leader and manager with a demonstrated track record of achievement. He or sh...

Police search suspected grow houses

Brighton police officers executed search warrants on two Brighton residences early Wednesday morning, working in conjunction with the North Metro Drug Task Force and the Brighton/Commerce City SWAT team. 

Beginning at about 6:15 a.m., search warra...

Brighton Employee Charities recognize scholarship recipients

The City of Brighton Employee Charities (BEC) has selected two recipients for scholarships this year.  The winners will each receive $1,000 toward their college expenses.  This year’s winners are:  Brianna Diaz and Ils...

Police Investigate Fatal Crash

Brighton Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a truck that occurred on southbound Highway 85 at E-470 on Friday at about 4:30 a.m. According to witnesses, the truck and another vehicle involved were driving aggressively in what was de...

Results for 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

On Tuesday night, the Brighton City Council was presented with the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for 2019. Haynie & Company, the city’s independent audit firm, presented the results during the regularly scheduled Study Session...