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  • Governor Polis Signs Bills to Protect Coloradans’ Privacy and Healthcare Freedom Into Law, Signs Additional Laws, and Takes Action on Bill

    DENVER – Today, Governor Polis signed into law protections to ensure Coloradans’ healthcare freedoms and safeguard privacy. During a ceremony in the Governor’s Office, Governor Polis signed the following bills into law:
    • SB25-129 – Legally Protected Health-Care Activity Protections, sponsored by Senators Lisa Cutter and Faith Winter, and Representatives Junie Joseph and Karen McCormick
    • SB25-183 – Coverage for Pregnancy-Related Services, sponsored by Senators Robert Rodriguez and Lindsey Daugherty, and Representatives Lorena Garcia and Julie McCluskie
    “In the Free State of Colorado, we are protecting Coloradans’ healthcare freedoms, while leaders in DC and across the country are focused on bringing government between doctors and patients, overreaching into our families and lives. This past November, Coloradans from every walk of life overwhelmingly voted to enshrine reproductive freedom into our state constitution. Today, we are aligning our laws with the will of voters to strengthen access to reproductive care, protect our privacy from Washington, DC, and safeguard freedoms,” said Governor Polis.
    “We trust patients. We trust families. And we trust providers. While other states are turning back the clock, we’re moving forward — protecting privacy, expanding access, and standing up for fundamental freedoms,” said Lt. Governor and Director of the Office of Saving People Money on Health Care, Dianne Primavera. “These laws don’t just reflect our values — they protect real people in real ways. As a woman who’s faced serious illness and spent my career fighting for high-quality and affordable health care for all Coloradans, I’m proud that Colorado continues to lead with compassion, conviction, and courage.”
    Governor Polis also signed the following bipartisan bills into law administratively:
    • SB25-216 – Eliminate Reprinting of Education Laws, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Emily Sirota and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-217 – Repeal Computer Science Education Grant Program, sponsored by Senators Judy Amabile and Jeff Bridges, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Emily Sirota
    • SB25-222 – Repeal Proficiency Tests Administered by Schools, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Judy Amabile, and Representatives Emily Sirota and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-231 – Repeal Inclusive Higher Education Act, sponsored by Senators Judy Amabile and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Emily Sirota
    • SB25-232 – Repeal Recovery-Friendly Workplace Program, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-246 – Eliminate Gray & Black Market Marijuana Grant Program, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Emily Sirota
    • SB25-250 – Repeal Disordered Eating Prevention Program, sponsored by Senators Judy Amabile and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-252 – Repeal Radiation Advisory Committee, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-255 – Transfer to Hazardous Substance Response Fund, sponsored by Senators Judy Amabile and Jeff Bridges, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Rick Taggart
    • SB25-256 – Funds for Support of Digital Trunked Radio System, sponsored by Senators Barbara Kirkmeyer and Judy Amabile, and Representatives Shannon Bird and Emily Sirota
    • SB25-266 – Repeal Statutory Appropriation Requirements, sponsored by Senators Jeff Bridges and Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Representatives Emily Sirota and Rick Taggart
    Governor Polis also vetoed the following bill:
    “This law imposes sweeping requirements that social media platforms, rather than law enforcement, enforce state law. It mandates a private company to investigate and impose the government’s chosen penalty of permanently deplatforming a user even if the underlying complaint is malicious and unwarranted. In our judicial proceedings, people receive due process when they are suspected of breaking the law. This bill, however, conscripts social media platforms to be judge and jury when users may have broken the law or even a company’s own content rules. This proposed law would incentivize platforms, in order to reduce liability risk, to simply deplatform a user in order to comply with this proposed law,” Governor Polis wrote in his veto letter.

  • Carter, Espenoza Bill to Protect Consumers Passes House

    HB25-1322 would require insurance companies to provide a copy of a customer’s insurance documentation when requested
    DENVER, CO – The House today passed legislation sponsored by Representatives Michael Carter and Cecelia Espenoza that would ensure Coloradans who request a copy of their insurance policy receive it. HB25-1322 passed the House by a vote of 42 to 20.
    “Insurance companies cannot withhold your policy from you, yet many of them are, and it’s causing headaches for consumers,” said Rep. Michael Carter, D-Aurora. “This bill protects consumers by holding insurance companies liable when they don’t share requested policy documents with consumers on time.”
    “Whether you’re looking to file a claim after a disaster or just updating your records, Coloradans deserve access to a certified copy of the insurance policies they are paying for,” said Rep. Cecelia Espenoza, D-Denver. “This bill strengthens consumer protections by making sure insurance companies follow through when a customer requests a copy of their insurance policy.”
    Under current law, insurance companies are required to provide policyholders with a certified copy of their policy within 30 days of a request. However, some companies are not following through with the request, which means consumers do not receive a copy of their policy when they ask. HB25-1322 ramps up consumer protections by holding insurance companies liable for violating the law.
    Under HB25-1322, if insurance companies do not provide documentation within 30 days, they would be held liable for damages and attorney’s fees, including a daily $50 charge for every day past the 30-day window that the consumer does not receive their policy. This bill also clarifies that the consumer’s request must be in writing and submitted to the insurance company’s registered agent.
  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife tracks wide-ranging movements of gray wolves as part of this month’s Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map update

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife tracks wide-ranging movements of gray wolves as part of this month’s Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map update

     

    DENVER — A female gray wolf, released in Colorado in January after being translocated from British Columbia, has made significant movements across the state, covering more than 1,230 miles since translocation — an extraordinary display of the species’ natural roaming behavior.

    “This single wolf’s movement traveled nearly the entire southern line of watersheds on our map,” said CPW Wolf Monitoring and Data Coordinator Brenna Cassidy.

    In addition to the southern line of watersheds covered by this one female wolf’s movement, CPW’s latest Monthly Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map shows recent activity in watersheds west of major population centers like Denver, Boulder, and Estes Park that were due to the movement of other collared gray wolves. While these areas saw brief movement on the western fringes of these watersheds, it does not mean that wolves were or are currently in those cities or neighborhoods.

    “Wolves can and do travel long distances,” said Cassidy. “It simply shows that a GPS-collared wolf moved through a watershed that encompasses areas of wilderness and the city, often very quickly.”

    As wolves continue to explore Colorado, CPW reminds the public that these movements were expected and are a natural part of the reintroduction process. Wolves are habitat generalists, meaning they can thrive in many environments as long as prey is present. Over time, wolves will continue to disperse across the state to establish territories.

    What if a Colorado wolf wanders into another state?
    CPW has an agreement in place with Utah, New Mexico, and Arizona to ensure wolves that cross into those states can be safely recaptured and returned to Colorado. These protocols are designed to protect the genetic integrity of the federally listed Mexican gray wolf, a separate subspecies.

    “Several states have agreed that if a wolf from Colorado enters their jurisdiction, they will capture  and return the animal to CPW,” said Cassidy. “That helps protect both Colorado’s reintroduction effort and ongoing recovery efforts for Mexican wolves in the Southwest.”

    CPW is committed to transparency and public safety. The agency publishes an updated Monthly Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map, offering a broad view of where wolves are moving based on watershed data. This month’s movement map covering late March – late April was slightly delayed. As noted in prior map releases, CPW reserves the right to buffer maps that will be shared with the public if doing so protects wolf welfare during sensitive times of the year (e.g., mating season), and these rare circumstances may change the appearance or timing of the monthly wolf movement map. Today’s update is available here.

    Field staff notify local producers when wolves are known to be in the area and deploy conflict mitigation tools when needed.

    “We want to remind everyone that you may not have wolves on your property, but you likely already live among mountain lions and black bears,” said Cassidy. “The same precautions that help prevent conflicts with those animals — like securing attractants and watching pets — are just as effective with wolves.”

    Think you’ve seen a wolf?
    CPW encourages the public to use the wolf sighting report form on the agency’s website if they believe they have observed a wolf.

    Additional resources are available for living and recreating in areas with wolf presence in CPW’s Living with Wolves brochure.

     

  • USDA Delivers Immediate Relief to Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Communities Impacted by Recent Disasters

    USDA Delivers Immediate Relief to Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Communities Impacted by Recent Disasters

  • Deer Trail School District Families, Staff & Community

    Join Us for Dinner & Town Hall with the CSU Prevention Research Center!

    Engage with Dr. Nate Riggs and Sydney Pryor, PhD Candidate on a CDPHE-funded needs assessment to related to academic achievement and promoting healthy youth behaviors.

    Parents, students, educators and community members are encouraged to attend a free prevention‐science town hall in collaboration with Deer Trail School District on Tuesday, April 29, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m at the Deer Trail school cafeteria. The event, hosted by Colorado State University’s Prevention Research Center and CSU Extension, will discuss a grant funded needs assessment and school-community survey which will help Deer Trail School District to better respond to identified needs and later apply for larger grants to support academic success and healthy schools and communities long-term. Online survey can be completed at: col.st/2U7xc in English, Spanish and Somali languages.

    Dr. Nate Riggs, along with Sydney Pryor, PhD candidate, will lead the event with an engaging presentation on “The Power of Prevention: Identifying School Academic and Health Priorities.” Using evidence-based approaches, they will highlight how early interventions and community partnerships can foster school connectedness, identify student needs, and ultimately improve outcomes both inside and outside the classroom ​.

    Following the presentation, Dr. Riggs and Pryor will facilitate a discussion on identifying prevention priorities related to promoting mental and behavioral health and preventing academic challenges, as well as identifying barriers to strong school-community relationships.

    Event Details

    • When: Tuesday, May 6, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
    • Where: Deer Trail School District Cafeteria, 130 S. 2nd Ave, Deer Trail, CO 80105
    • Who Should Attend: Parents/guardians, students, teachers/staff, and community members without school‐aged children ​.

    Dinner and childcare are provided at no cost, and interpretation services in Spanish are available (other languages upon request).

    Those unable to attend in person can complete the anonymous survey online or via paper forms available at the district office. Parents and guardians of students will also receive the survey through the district e-newsletter, Class Dojo, email, and Thursday folders home (if applicable). All responses are anonymous, using Colorado State University software, and go directly to Dr. Riggs​ and Pryor. A summary of the results will be shared with the district.

    We’d like to recognize Mr. Josh Rogan, K–12 counselor, for his vision and dedication in securing this grant—opening new opportunities for both students, staff and the whole community to thrive.

    This town hall is made possible by funding from a Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) prevention grant. For more information or difficulties with the survey, contact Josh Rogan, K-12 Counselor, at or (303) 769-4421, or Ginger Williams, MHA, CSU Extension State Program Specialist, at .

  • Adams County Co-Hosts First Earth Day Celebration with Five Partner Cities

    Adams County is co-hosting an inaugural Earth Day celebration from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, at the Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Ave., Commerce City. The cities of Brighton, Commerce City, Northglenn, Thornton, and Westminster are co-hosting with the county.
    The event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities, including live music, food trucks, face painting, educational exhibits, and numerous children’s activities. Attendees will have the opportunity to test drive electric vehicles provided by Drive Clean Colorado and explore electric yard equipment, with $200 trade-in vouchers available at participating Ace Hardware stores for electric lawn mowers with a gas-powered tool to trade in. Local exhibitors will be present to share information and resources.
    “We’re so excited to launch our first Earth Day Celebration this weekend with so many of our partner cities also participating,” said Lynn Baca, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. “In addition to some fun activities for your whole family, the electric vehicle test drive station and the electric yard tool trade-in program are great opportunities to take the next step in making your household more Earth-friendly.”
    The cities partnering with Adams County on this first-ever event were all excited to launch an Earth Day event.
    “Brighton is thrilled to be part of the very first regional Adams County Earth Day event,” said Traci McLean, Sustainability Coordinator, City of Brighton. “This celebration aligns with our commitment to advancing sustainability across the community and preserving our natural resources for generations to come. Also, it is a great way to get the community excited and involved in taking care of the world that we live in.”
    “Commerce City is excited to collaborate with our county and municipal partners and welcome visitors to our community for this year’s Earth Day event,” said Commerce City Sustainability Manager Melody Mascarenaz. “Various organizations will be present for people to engage with, there will be plenty of giveaways, and Commerce City is providing birdhouses for children to paint with assistance from our Environmental Policy Advisory Committee. Join us for a day filled with fun and innovative ideas!”
     
    “Earth Day is one of my favorite holidays,” said Carissa Bodanza, Northglenn Sustainability Committee Member. “I’m so excited to bring my family and celebrate with our community.”
    “Earth Day is a great opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of Adams County and the city of Thornton,” said Thornton Mayor Jan Kulmann. “Everyone can reaffirm their commitment to being good stewards of our environment. Through responsible growth and conservation efforts, we can ensure future generations enjoy the same clean air, open spaces, and thriving communities that make our city a great place to live.”
    “The City of Westminster is excited to co-host its first Earth Day celebration through regional collaboration with our Adams County jurisdictional partners,” said Maria Rotunda, Chair, Westminster Environmental Advisory Board. “Westminster strives to be a sustainable and inclusive city, with an economically strong, socially vibrant and environmentally healthy community for current and future generations. This event and collaboration is a testament to this goal. We hope to see many Westminster families at this fun event!”
    For more information on the Earth Day Celebration, visit the Adams County Facebook page or log on to our website at adcogov.org/earthday.
    As the Earth Day Celebration approaches, Adams County residents can learn more at the Electric Vehicle Charging 101 page on the county website. This resource includes information on charging, permitting, financial resources, and a listing of current electric vehicle charging stations offered by Adams County for those who own, lease, or are considering an electric vehicle.
    The Adams County Sustainability program is also currently running a short online survey where residents can offer their opinions on where they would like to see electric vehicle charging stations installed around the county. In addition to the survey, the Sustainability program has created an interactive map where respondents can drop pins to show where electric vehicle chargers would be most convenient around Adams County.

  • Safely dispose of your unused medications on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

    National event highlights importance of safe medication disposal, available in Colorado year-round
    Denver (April 23, 2025) – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment encourages Coloradans to get rid of their unused and expired over-the-counter and prescription medications on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26 and reminds them that Colorado offers those services throughout the year.
    The process is simple:
    1. Gather unused or expired medications.
    2. Remove any personal information from the packaging.
    3. Place the medications in a sealable bag or container.
    4. Take the bag or container to a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day site on April 26 or a Medication Takeback collection site any time of the year.

    “DEA’s national drug take-back events are a valuable disposal option, and Coloradans are fortunate to have hundreds of collection kiosks throughout the state that accept medications 365 days a year,” said Jeff Lawrence, director of CDPHE’s Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability. “Our program is convenient, effective, and makes it easy for Coloradans to do their part to protect their families and their community all year round.”

    Coloradans can dispose of almost all expired or unneeded prescription or over-the-counter medications in a Medication Takeback Dropbox, including:
    • Opioids and other controlled substances.
    • Empty inhalers.
    • Unused prescription creams and patches.
    These sites do not accept:
    • Trash.
    • Sharps or syringes.
    • Thermometers.
    • Chemotherapy medication.
    • Illicit substances.

    CDPHE’s Medication Takeback Program helps Coloradans properly dispose of unused medication. Proper disposal prevents the potential for accidents and misuse, protecting children and teens from harm. Medications flushed down the toilet or thrown in the trash can contaminate water systems and threaten wildlife. The program partners with clinics, pharmacies, and law enforcement agencies to make 174 drop-off locations available across Colorado year-round. For more information, visit the Medication Takeback Program or TakeMedsSeriously.org.

  • Your Voice Matters: Join the Conversation with Your County Leaders 

    Board of County Commissioners to Host a Telephone Town Hall 
    Adams County residents, business owners, employees, and visitors are invited to join the Board of County Commissioners for a Telephone Town Hall from 6–7:30 p.m., Monday, April 14. Call participants will have the opportunity to connect with county leadership, ask questions, and learn more about the projects, services, and programs that directly impact their lives—all while joining the town hall from wherever is convenient for them.
    “We get it—people are busy, and it can be hard to find time to add one more thing to your calendar, let alone an in-person meeting. It’s our job as public servants and leaders in this community to find ways to still get important messages to our residents while removing as many barriers as possible,” said Commissioner Lynn Baca, District 5, chair of the board.
    “Holding a fully virtual call, on a weeknight, and during the evening outside of normal business hours is one way we can make sure more of our community can tune in and have their voices heard,” Baca added.
    Topics discussed on this call will include updates on Adams County programs and services, a Q&A with residents, and much more. This Telephone Town Hall will also serve as an introduction for listeners to their newest elected commissioners, Julie Duran Mullica, who serves as vice chair, and Kathy Henson. All five members of the board will be present on the call, as well as members of the county’s Executive and Senior Leadership Teams.
    “I ran for office because I truly believe in local government and the powerful work we can do together,” Mullica said. “As an Adams County native, I care deeply about public service to this community—and that means listening to people, understanding what they need, and why they need it. This Town Hall is a great opportunity for the board and our community to connect, build trust, and open up a meaningful dialogue.”
    If you are interested in participating in the Town Hall, please use the link to pre-register. No other action is necessary—the night of the call, Adams County will call all registrants. Live Spanish translation will also be available.

  • Vote Which Piece Of PWD Equipment Should Be Named Next!

    Let the selection begin! Will it be a dozer? A paver? A skid-steer loader or a motor grader? You decide which Arapahoe County Public Works and Development (PWD) piece of equipment is named next.

    Each spring, PWD holds a naming contest for one of our pieces of equipment. The past two winners were Bob Ross the Paint Boss, a paint truck, and Orange Crush, an orange pavement roller.

    This year we are switching it up and asking you to pick which piece of equipment will be named in our school-aged contest. Vote by April 11 using this form.

    The four contenders are:     

    DozerA Cat D6T Dozer, which is used to pushing road millings delivered by contractors to our Peoria Service Center yard. These millings are recycled and used on gravel roads. When the pile gets high, the dozer gets into action by smoothing out the pile. The dozer weighs 45,000 pounds has 125 horsepower and reaches a top speed of seven miles per hour.

    PaverA Paver, which is responsible for resurfacing roadways in Arapahoe County. The paver is used to turn asphalt into a smooth roadway. The average working temperature around the paver is 125 degrees. In a typical paving season, the paver will provide about 60 new lanes miles, which is equal to driving from Denver to Fort Collins.

    Steel LoaderA S770 Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader, which is one of our most useful and versatile pieces of equipment. It is used for asphalt patching, paving, drainage and right of way crews. It weighs about 9,000 pounds and has 92 horsepower with a top speed of seven miles per hour.

    GraderA 140M 3 Series Motor Grader, which helps maintain 475 miles of gravel road each year in the County. It features a 14-foot-wide blade, six-wheel drive capability and has a top speed of 28 miles per hour.

    The equipment naming contest will open April 21. The winner will be unveiled at the annual PWD Play Date, which will be held on June 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dove Valley Regional Park, 7900 S. Potomac St. in Centennial. The contest winner gets cool prizes.

  • Winter is not over yet! Spring snowstorm to affect the Front Range, southern Colorado this week

    Winter is not over yet! Spring snowstorm to affect the Front Range, southern Colorado this week

    Statewide – Spring snowstorms are moving across the state this week from southwestern Colorado across the central mountains to the Front Range. The snowstorm comes in two waves, with the first wave that started Wednesday night and will go through Thursday night. The second wave will pick up early Friday afternoon and last through Saturday morning.

    Pavement impacts will likely develop over the foothills and Palmer Divide Thursday afternoon, where they will continue until the snow ends overnight. Across the plains, the transition to snow later this afternoon and evening is expected to melt, leading to wet pavement for the evening commute. Though, some slushy impacts are possible after dark. Pavement accumulations will start up again Friday afternoon at higher elevations, and eventually spread to the plains overnight. Slick pavement conditions are expected in the Denver region Friday night after dusk. Friday afternoon’s ski traffic headed west to the mountains will likely be impacted through the foothills and eastern mountains. The greatest impacts will likely be over the southern foothills and Raton Mesa Friday night through Saturday morning. The snow will be heavier and last longer over these areas, and winds will be strong enough to cause some blowing snow and reduced visibility at times.

    Colorado Department of Transportation crews will be deployed throughout the storm clearing and treating roads.

    What motorists need to know:

    • Plan ahead, check local weather and go to COtrip.org for the latest road conditions
    • Avoid driving during the brunt of a snowstorm
    • Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination
    • Drive to the conditions, take it slow, leave plenty of following distance, and don’t pass plows
    • Keep those winter tires on!
    • Be prepared when traveling in the mountains and have an emergency travel kit with extra blankets, food and water – it’s possible there could be safety closures due to adverse weather.

    • Safety Closures

      A safety closure is a precaution taken during inclement weather to reduce the probability of traffic incidents, increased congestion or other safety-related factors. During a safety closure, traffic may be stopped on the interstate, turned around or directed to an exit. Safety closures help decrease delay times, and, above all, keep travelers safe.

      Chain & Traction Laws

      When weather conditions warrant, CDOT will activate the Traction Law. If weather conditions deteriorate, CDOT will activate Chain Laws for passenger and commercial vehicles. Motorists will be alerted to an active Traction or Chain Law by highway signage, COtrip.org and traffic/roadway condition alerts. For more information on the Traction Law and Passenger Vehicle Chain Law requirements, visit codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/tractionlaw. For more information on the Commercial Vehicle Chain Law requirements, visit freight.colorado.gov/mountain-rules/chain-up-tips. To learn more and view helpful tips for winter driving, visit winter.codot.gov.

      COtrip.org & COtrip Planner App

      If motorists must head out during this winter storm, they are urged to visit COtrip.org and download the COtrip Planner app ahead of time. Motorists are now able to sign up for travel alerts through COtrip.org to see if there are any highway closures or impacts along their favorite routes. The COtrip Planner app also offers a “Trip Planner” feature that allows motorists to map out their routes and receive updates about road closures or incidents along the way. Motorists can turn on the “Hands-Free, Eyes Free” feature to receive these alerts via voice notifications and avoid routes with impacts.

      The free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

      Know Before You Go

      Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include:

      Chain & Traction Laws

      When weather conditions warrant, CDOT will activate the Traction Law. If weather conditions deteriorate, CDOT will activate Chain Laws for passenger and commercial vehicles. Motorists will be alerted to an active Traction or Chain Law by highway signage, COtrip.org and traffic/roadway condition alerts. For more information on the Traction Law and Passenger Vehicle Chain Law requirements, visit codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/tractionlaw. For more information on the Commercial Vehicle Chain Law requirements, visit freight.colorado.gov/mountain-rules/chain-up-tips. To learn more and view helpful tips for winter driving, visit winter.codot.gov.

      COtrip.org & COtrip Planner App

      If motorists must head out during this winter storm, they are urged to visit COtrip.org and download the COtrip Planner app ahead of time. Motorists are now able to sign up for travel alerts through COtrip.org to see if there are any highway closures or impacts along their favorite routes. The COtrip Planner app also offers a “Trip Planner” feature that allows motorists to map out their routes and receive updates about road closures or incidents along the way. Motorists can turn on the “Hands-Free, Eyes Free” feature to receive these alerts via voice notifications and avoid routes with impacts.

      The free COtrip Planner mobile app was designed to meet the growing trend of information on mobile and tablet devices for the traveling public. The COtrip Planner app provides statewide, real-time traffic information, and works on mobile devices that operate on the iOS and Android platforms. Visit the Google Play Store (Android devices) or the Apple Store (iOS devices) to download!

      Know Before You Go

      Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include: