County Manager

The county manager's duties include implementing the policies and priorities of the Board of County Commissioners and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the county.

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County Manager Dionne Stroter

A Colorado native with over 20 years of experience in public service, Dionne Stroter joined Adams County in 2024 as Deputy County Manager. Prior to that, she served as Deputy Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), which was the recipient of more than $1.5 billion in federal stimulus funds to support statewide pandemic recovery programs. In addition to this work, she led initiatives to enhance communications and digital accessibility across government.

Stroter’s background also includes serving as Executive Director of Denver’s Office of Children’s Affairs, where she expanded Head Start services, piloted innovative youth transportation programs, and increased funding for childcare and afterschool services. She has also held leadership roles in Denver’s Departments of Finance, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and General Services.

A fierce community advocate, Stroter has worked tirelessly to improve outcomes for underserved communities across Colorado. She has been actively involved in numerous community initiatives, including serving as chair of the Aurora Cultural Affairs Commission. As a lifelong musician, writer, and artist, she is a strong supporter of cultural arts and education, particularly for families and young learners.

2024 Notable Initiatives

ClearPoint is the new Adams County public-facing dashboard that will serve as a platform for residents to access updates on the county’s strategic priority projects and notable initiatives. This will keep our residents well-informed, foster awareness, and demonstrate transparency in communicating the county’s strategic goals and projects. Residents will be able to see how we’re putting their tax dollars to work and learn how those projects may impact them. Those who’d like to see what our departments are working on can visit adcogov.clearpointstrategy.com/.