Office of Emergency Management

Step Inside JCSO: Citizens’ Academy Applications Are Open This 10-week program gives Jefferson County residents a firsthand look at the people, tools and teamwork behind the Sheriff’s Office. Participants will meet members of our teams, explore different areas of JCSO and learn how we serve the community every day. Topics include Patrol, Detentions, Animal Control, SWAT, K9, Bomb Squad, Emergency Management, Victim Services, the Drone Unit, Motors/DUI, Investigations and more. Classes are held Wednesday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at JCSO Headquarters in Golden. Dates: September 16 through November 18 Space is limited, so apply today and experience your Sheriff’s Office in a whole new way. For details and to sign up, visit the link in the first comment.

K9 Ultimo is turning seven, and he’s celebrating the only way he knows how: working hard, winning at tug-of-war and conducting a thorough inspection of the birthday treats. Born in Germany, Ultimo serves alongside his handler in the patrol division. He is also known for being very vocal while he works, making sure everyone knows when he is on the job. Off duty, he enjoys spending time with his Golden Retriever roommate, Alabaster, who may or may not be assisting with the treat investigation. Happy birthday, Ultimo! Thank you for seven years of loyalty, service and plenty of enthusiastic commentary. 🐾🎉

SHRED-A-THON Clear out those old documents and protect your personal information at our free Shred-a-Thon. • Date: Saturday, Aug. 1 • Time: 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. • Location: 200 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden Bring up to three kitchen-size trash bags or bankers’ boxes of documents containing personal or private information. Please remove binders and other non-paper items before drop-off. Paperclips, staples and window envelopes are fine. The event is free, but donations are welcome and will support Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. Protect your identity and help fight crime, one shred at a time.

Join Us for National Night Out! Mark your calendar for Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. Times may vary by location, so check with your local neighborhood for event details and locations. National Night Out is about building safer, stronger neighborhoods together. It strengthens connections between law enforcement and the community while giving neighbors a chance to meet, gather and have some fun. Bring your family, meet your JCSO deputies, enjoy activities and help build positive partnerships that make our neighborhoods stronger. We’re coming to a neighborhood near you, so stop by and say hello!

For the past two weeks, our Animal Control Unit has been helping evacuate and care for animals affected by the Aspen Acres Fire. During one early morning shift, a rooster escaped from a vehicle and was left behind near an area where predators had been spotted. Later that day, Supervisor Dow, Officer Moore and a local volunteer spotted him in a field. After some creative driving, close calls and unexpected cardio, they safely captured him with a net. He was given food, water and a safe place to stay while volunteers worked to find him a good home. Thank you to our Animal Control officers and everyone protecting animals during the wildfires!

Help Make Your Place of Worship Safer The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office invites faith leaders and community members to our free Safety in Faith Training. This session will focus on Church Security and Faith Perspective, featuring guest speaker Chaplain Steve Reeser. • Thursday, July 23 • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. • Jefferson County Courthouse, Hearing Room 1 Join us to learn practical safety strategies, ask questions and strengthen security within your faith community.

Retired After 42 Years of Service: Celebrating Deputy Lin Hale Lin began his career in Animal Control in 1983 before serving in the Reserve Unit, Patrol, Detentions, Civil, Fugitive, and the Accreditation Unit. He also became a POST certified academy instructor, served on Peer Support and earned the designation of Master Deputy. Thank you, Lin, for more than four decades of dedicated service. Congratulations on your retirement and best wishes for the road ahead.

Update 11:20pm - road is back open and rescue successful. Original info- As of 7pm, Hwy 6 is closed between Hwy 93 in Golden to Hwy 119 in Gilpin County. Crews are working to rescue three rock climbers. No reported injuries at this time. @ArvadaFire @AlpineRescue Golden Fire-Rescue

Cheezo Check-In: Cell Phone Safety Tips for Parents Handing your child a phone is a big milestone. Help set them up for safe, responsible use by establishing clear expectations and keeping the conversation going. • Set privacy settings: Keep accounts private and turn off location sharing unless it is needed. • Know their apps: Regularly check which apps your child uses and who they are communicating with. • Talk about strangers online: Remind your child to communicate only with people they know and trust in real life. • Think before posting: Messages, photos and videos can be saved, copied and shared, even after they are deleted. • Set screen time limits: Encourage healthy boundaries and device-free times, especially at bedtime. • Use parental controls: Take advantage of built-in safety tools to monitor activity and guide responsible use. • Keep communication open: Make sure your child knows they can come to you if something online feels wrong, uncomfortable or unsafe. For more information about Cheezo and keeping children safe online, visit the link in our first comment.