Weld County proclaims Police Officers Week, schedules Fallen Officers Memorial

The Weld County Board of County Commissioners on May 11 adopted a proclamation designating May 10–16, 2026, as Weld County Police Officers Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, noting that 111 U.S. law enforcement officers died in the line of duty in 2025 and that the county has lost 10 officers in similar circumstances. "A 111 is probably the lowest number that I've seen in all my years here," Captain Turner said, calling the figure nonetheless "111 too many."

Captain Turner told the board the sheriff’s office will hold a Fallen Officers Memorial Tribute Ceremony at Suite Park on May 14 at 6 p.m.; Sergeant Rekor said the honor guard will set up 111 flags to represent officers lost and the ceremony will include a reading of names and a three‑gun volley. "We do wanna make sure that the community is invited and that they get to come and help recognize those 111 people who gave their lives in the ultimate sacrifice to keep our community safe," Captain Turner said.

Commissioners offered remarks thanking law enforcement and their families for service and sacrifice. Commissioner Maxey said he appreciated "the diligence that you all have to uphold the law" and noted family impacts; Commissioner Ross described the work as "the ultimate sacrifice" and expressed support for officers and their families.

The proclamation was read into the record and signed by all five commissioners. The county invited the public to attend the May 14 memorial event.