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Black Hawk Wellness
The City of Black Hawk has partnered with Kaiser Permanente to empower its' employees to take control of their health and wellness with the programs provided by the City. The employees use opportunities that are available within their work place.
Black Hawk Wellness Story
"These two mountain towns are home to Colorado's own Sin City"
Excerpts from The Denver Post's recent feature on The Know Outdoors page about a Las Vegas type vacation in Colorado.
"Colorado’s gaming powerhouse pushing to become resort destination with offerings beyond casinos"
PHOTO: Helen H. Richardson, Denver Post
Excerpts from The Denver Post's recent feature on the City's plans for a development renaissance can be found on our news page.
November 6, 2018 Gilpin County General Election:
General Election
Gilpin County
November 6, 2018
ELECTION NIGHT - UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
City of Black Hawk Ballot Issue 2A
| Candidate | Party | Total |
| Yes/For | 49 | |
| No/Against | 19 | |
| Total Votes | 68 |
Gregory Street Project:
As Black Hawk preserves the spirit of its past, it continues to prepare for the future with an exciting new vision for a development renaissance, destined to once again make history.
City of Black Hawk Road Closures:
FUTURE CLOSURES
US 6 Full Roadway Closure - On November 26, 2018, through May 1, 2019, for Phase 2, US 6 between Mile Post 260.1 and Mile Post 272 will be closed as per schedule for Rock Mitigation. Closed Monday-Wednesday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and on Thursday from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm. No road closures for Fridays or weekends.
Current Closures:
Miners Mesa Road - November 8, 2018 to November 15, 2018. Daily lane restrictions from 8 am to 4:00 pm.
Citywide - November 8, 2018 to November 23, 2018. Installations of holiday lighting and decorations.
488 Main Street - November 14, 2018 to November 15, 2018. Lane restrictions from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm for panel truck & boom lifts.
Ongoing - Selak & Gregory Streets
During this phase of the City's Gregory Street realignment project, road and lane closures are expected to continue. Please be aware of the possible delays along lower Gregory Street when making travel plans. When possible, one or both lanes will remain open and traffic will continue to be moved as per the direction of flaggers.
Selak Street construction is mostly complete, allowing westbound traffic to access City Hall parking and make business deliveries, though Selak Street may also experience intermittent closures. Z Casino parking will be open and accessible from Selak Street.
Ongoing — Lower Main Street
Throughout the year, intermittent lane closures will occur on Lower Main Street in front of the Monarch Casino. Alternating traffic patterns and possible closures will take place during construction, however, access to both the Monarch and Isle parking garages will remain open. Update - May 17, 2018, thru April 22, 2019, right of way closures - 7:00 am to 1:00 pm.
For additional details, please click here for a map.
About Black Hawk
PRESERVING THE PAST. PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE.
As Black Hawk celebrates its 150th anniversary, learn about how its history is helping shape the future.
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Everything you need to know about City departments and services.
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Visit Black Hawk
DISCOVER GAMING. HISTORY. AND MUCH MORE.
Join in the history-making fun and spirit of adventure.
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