News Article

Forsythe II Prescribed Burn Planned Near Gilpin County

May 15, 2025 

The U.S. Forest Service is preparing for a potential prescribed burn as part of the Forsythe II Project, with ignition possibly occurring as early as Friday, May 16, 2025. This burn is part of a multi-year effort to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health in the area.

Residents and visitors in Gilpin County and surrounding areas may notice smoke during burn operations. Fire officials will implement measures to minimize smoke impacts and ensure public safety.

Seeking Applicants to the Gilpin County Planning Commission

The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will accept applications from individuals wishing to serve as Gilpin County Planning Commission (PC) members until May 31st, 2025. Applicants must be full-time residents living within the county to apply. The PC serves as an advisory board to the BOCC on matters of zoning, land use, and long-range planning matters. The PC is responsible for rendering formal recommendations to the BOCC on land use petitions such as rezonings and special uses. Appointed individuals will serve a term of three (3) years starting in January 2025.

Friends of the Gilpin County Community Center Receives Denver Broncos Foundation Grant

April 2, 2025 

Ready for Some Gilpin Flag Football? 

Friends of the Gilpin County Community Center is excited to receive a Denver Broncos Foundation grant in the amount of $6,860.00 to support the "Flag Football for Mountain Youth" program for 2025. Friends is working closely with the Gilpin County Parks & Recreation team to develop and extend the flag football program started in 2024. The camp in May will also be a fundraiser for the Gilpin School Football program. 

Request for Applications: Jefferson Center for Mental Health Board of Directors

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS: CLEAR CREEK COUNTY & GILPIN COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Clear Creek and Gilpin County advisory boards and commissions offer an opportunity for resident participation in local government. Service on these boards is voluntary, and appointments are made by the County Commissioners.

JEFFERSON CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH BOARD OF DIRECTORS