Arvada Phone Directory

Arvada is a city of about 124,400 people in Jefferson County, Colorado. The city sits just northwest of Denver and has its own police force, utility services, and local government offices. Arvada City Hall is the main hub for most city contacts. The main phone number for the city is 720-898-7000. Jefferson County handles county-level services like courts, the clerk and recorder, and the sheriff for Arvada residents. This directory lists the phone numbers you need to reach both Arvada city departments and the Jefferson County offices that serve the area.

Arvada City Government Phone Numbers

Arvada City Hall is at 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80002. This is where most city departments are based. The main line is 720-898-7000. Staff at that number can route you to any department in the city. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Some services are also available online through the City of Arvada website at arvada.org. You can pay bills, submit service requests, and find contact details for city staff all from the site.

The city runs its own police department, parks system, water utility, and public works. These are separate from Jefferson County services. If your question involves property tax, court cases, or the clerk and recorder, those go through Jefferson County in Golden. For anything that falls under city government in Arvada, the numbers below will get you to the right place. Call the main line first if you are not sure which department handles your issue.

Note: For emergencies in Arvada, always call 911. The non-emergency police line at 720-898-6900 is for general questions and reports that do not need an immediate response.

Arvada Police Directory and Records

The Arvada Police Department handles law enforcement within city limits. Their main non-emergency number is 720-898-6900. The department is at 8101 Ralston Road, the same campus as City Hall. If you need to get a copy of a police report or an accident report, this is the office to call. Records requests go through the police records unit. You can also submit some requests online through the Arvada website.

Police records in Arvada fall under the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-301. This law gives the custodian some say over what gets released and what stays private. Active case files, for instance, may not be available until the case is closed. Accident reports are generally public once they are done. Call the records unit at the police department to ask about a specific report. Staff can tell you the cost, the wait time, and what you need to provide to get the record.

The Arvada police handle their own records separately from the Jefferson County Sheriff. If an incident took place outside Arvada city limits but still in Jefferson County, the sheriff at 303-271-0211 would be the right contact for that report. When you are not sure which agency responded, calling either one first will usually get you pointed in the right direction.

Jefferson County Contacts for Arvada

Arvada is in Jefferson County. County services like the courts, the clerk and recorder, the assessor, and the sheriff all run out of Golden. The main address for Jefferson County is 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419. Even though Arvada has its own city government, many public records and services still go through the county level. Below are the Jefferson County phone numbers that Arvada residents use most often.

The Jefferson County website at jeffco.us is where you can access most of these services online. The staff directory at jeffco.us/directory.aspx lets you search for any employee by name or department. This is useful when you need a direct line to a specific person in a Jefferson County office rather than going through a general phone number.

The Jefferson County homepage at jeffco.us gives Arvada residents quick access to county departments, phone contacts, and online services.

From this page you can reach the clerk, assessor, treasurer, courts, and other offices that serve the Arvada area.

Court Phone Numbers for Arvada

Court cases involving Arvada residents go through the Jefferson County Combined Court in Golden. This court is part of the 1st Judicial District. The courthouse is at 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80401. The Clerk of Court answers at 720-772-2550. For records requests, call 720-772-2570. The Court Resource Center at 720-772-2501 helps people who do not have an attorney and need guidance on forms and procedures.

Court records in Colorado are public under Chief Justice Directive 05-01 (CJD 05-01). This rule covers what case files are open and how to get copies. Most civil and criminal case records are available to the public. Some files are restricted. Sealed cases, juvenile records, and mental health evaluations are not open. For standard case lookups, you can use the free docket search on the Colorado Judicial Branch website. It covers all 64 counties, including Jefferson. Search by name or case number at no charge. If you need full copies of documents from an Arvada-related case, call the clerk at 720-772-2570 or email jeffcorecordrequest@judicial.state.co.us.

Arvada does not have its own courthouse. All court matters go to Golden. Plan for a drive of about 15 to 20 minutes from central Arvada to the courthouse, depending on traffic. Parking is free at the courthouse campus in Golden.

Arvada Public Records Requests

Public records in Arvada and Jefferson County are governed by the Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-201. This law says that most government records are open to inspection. You do not have to live in Arvada or even in Colorado to make a request. You also do not have to explain why you want the records. The law applies to city offices, county offices, and state agencies.

For city-level records in Arvada, contact the city clerk or the department that holds the record. The main city number at 720-898-7000 can direct you. For county-level records, the right office depends on what you need. Property records go through the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder at 303-271-8100. Court records go through the court clerk at 720-772-2570. Tax records are split between the assessor (303-271-8600) for valuations and the treasurer (303-271-8330) for payment history. Each office has its own forms and fees for copies.

The Colorado Open Records Act information page on the Secretary of State site explains the process for making records requests across all government offices in the state. It covers timelines, fees, and what to do if a request is denied. Standard copy fees are $0.25 per page in most offices. Research time beyond the first hour may be billed at a set rate. Electronic copies are often free or cheaper than paper.

Criminal justice records follow a different law. C.R.S. § 24-72-301, the Criminal Justice Records Act, gives custodians discretion over certain records. If you need something from the Arvada Police or the Jefferson County Sheriff, call and ask what is available before you submit a formal request.

Note: Response times vary. Simple requests from Arvada city offices are often filled within a few business days. Larger or more complex requests from Jefferson County may take longer.

State Agency Contacts for Arvada

Some phone directory needs go beyond city and county offices. State agencies handle things like driver licenses, professional licensing, business filings, and statewide court records. Arvada residents use these state contacts regularly. The offices listed here serve all of Colorado, but each one is relevant to people in the Arvada area.

The Colorado DMV can be reached at (303) 205-5600. The DMV website at dmv.colorado.gov has office locations, hours, and online tools. You can renew your registration online, but driver license services require an in-person visit. There are DMV offices near Arvada in Lakewood and Westminster. Check the site for the closest one with the shortest wait time.

The DORA license search tool at dora.colorado.gov/check-a-license lets you check the status of any professional license in Colorado. The phone number for DORA is 303-894-7855.

This free tool covers real estate agents, contractors, medical professionals, and many other licensed fields across the state.

The Secretary of State at 303-894-2200 handles business filings, notary information, and the Colorado Open Records Act guidance. The Colorado Judicial Branch at 720-625-5000 oversees all state courts. Their website has the statewide docket search that covers cases from every county, including Jefferson County cases that involve Arvada residents.

Arvada Utility and Service Contacts

Arvada runs its own water utility. The phone number for water and sewer service is 720-898-7800. For billing questions, service start or stop, and water quality concerns, this is the line to call. The city also handles stormwater management through the Public Works department at 720-898-7700. Street maintenance, snow removal, and traffic signals all go through that same number.

Electric service in Arvada comes from Xcel Energy, not the city. Gas service is also through Xcel. Trash and recycling pickup varies by neighborhood, with some areas served by the city and others by private haulers. The best way to find out who handles your trash service is to call the Arvada main line at 720-898-7000 or check the website at arvada.org. Parks and Recreation at 720-898-7400 runs the Arvada Center, community pools, trails, and youth programs. Community Development at 720-898-7500 handles building permits, zoning, and code enforcement.

For general city service requests, Arvada has an online portal on its website where you can report potholes, graffiti, streetlight problems, and other issues. You can also call 720-898-7000 to report these by phone during business hours.

Jefferson County Phone Directory

Arvada is in Jefferson County. All county-level services like courts, the clerk and recorder, the assessor, and the sheriff run out of the county seat in Golden. For a full list of Jefferson County department phone numbers, office addresses, and contact details, visit the Jefferson County phone directory page.

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Nearby Cities Phone Directory

Several cities near Arvada have their own phone directory pages on this site. Each city has separate government offices, police departments, and utility contacts. If you need a number for a neighboring city, pick one below to see its full directory.