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By Shaley Dehner, Communications Specialist |
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We’re proud to say County Roots has been sent out to subscribers since fall of 2019. And as we head into another year focused on writing articles and telling stories that shine a light on county government, we strive to expand this newsletter’s offerings.
Weld County’s Public Information Office is gearing up for its 150th issue next year, which is incredible. We want to thank you for subscribing to County Roots. In fact, almost 6,000 of you are signed up to receive this newsletter in your inbox every other week.
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Happy Thanksgiving, and thanks in advance for your time, for your feedback and for engaging with county government!
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By Jaeden Nelson, Communications Specialist Intern
Weld County, my lifelong home, yet something I knew very little about. County government, something that has had a lifelong impact on me, but yet again, I knew nearly nothing about it. These worries ran rampant in my mind when I was first introduced to the idea of interning for Weld County Government in April.
This opportunity to intern initially seemed daunting due to the overwhelming combination of the unknown and something new. I also expected very strict processes and procedures considering the stigma around government occupations. These feelings were reaffirmed after my very first task was to better familiarize myself with topics like the mill levy and the many services Weld County Government provides. Come to find out, the county operates like any other normal entity. Budgets, deadlines and innovation remain driving factors within the county’s mission of providing its residents with excellent services. But above all else, I found that the county is an incredible place to learn and grow!
When I first started, the Public Information Office (PIO) team braced me for what was to come ... the State of the County. Little did I know, this first-ever event would lead to a three-day stretch in the Joint Information Center where we frantically completed box after box on our checklist. Anything from drafting and editing the speech itself to creating directional signage, we were tasked with getting it done. I didn’t know it at the time, but this was my introduction to real-world deadlines!
During that time, I also had the chance to write my very first press release on the State of the County. Baker Geist, Communications Specialist on the PIO team, took me under his wing to help me draft the release, which was then approved for publishing! On that same day, Geist assigned a second press release for me to complete with some more autonomy. “The ideas are there,” Geist told me, before making a couple of edits. “The ordering just needs some work.”
Since then, I have gotten to work on a couple more press releases. While keeping Geist's advice at the forefront of my mind, I wrote the releases, which had come a lot further than the first time around and only required minor editing. I have grown very familiar and comfortable with writing press releases in a short amount of time, mostly thanks to the incredible team I work alongside!
While my time with the county may be wrapping up shortly, the knowledge and relationships I have gained are timeless. What started as a leap into the unknown evolved into a journey of growth and discovery. I’ve gained invaluable lessons into government operations while developing myself as a young professional! Most importantly, I’ve come to realize that Weld County Government doesn’t just collect your property taxes. It is a hardworking and dedicated group of family members, friends, neighbors and community leaders who serve their fellow residents! This opportunity has not only brought about new insights into my home county but also shaped my future aspirations in public service and communication.
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miscellany: a group of or collection of different items.
- Weld County Government offices will be closed this Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday.
- Even when Weld County Offices are closed, there are still many services that can be accessed online 24/7. See the list.
- Not following Weld County on Instagram? What are you waiting for? Check our IG page out today @weldcountyco.
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The holidays are enjoyable for many reasons, but they bring with them different challenges — from combatting loneliness and staying active to safely preparing the perfect holiday dish. Our holiday help source will offer many tips on dealing with these challenges to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday season. Be sure to check it out in the next issue of County Roots.
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Welcome to County Roots, the official newsletter of Weld County Government. For those of us who work in county government, we think what we do is pretty interesting. So the goal of this newsletter is to highlight some of the partnerships, technology and efficiencies we are using to make government stronger and more effective for its residents.
Our goal is to establish regular communication with residents, spur interest in county projects, highlight county accomplishments and provide meaningful information to the public. In fact, our goal is to live up to the name “County Roots.” Want to know more about the meaning behind the name? Please visit our webpage, where you can also find previous editions of this newsletter.
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