Douglas County offices to close for MLK Day Monday

Douglas County government offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, for normal business, so residents who planned in-person visits should schedule accordingly.

In-person county services will be paused for the holiday, but many County services are available 24/7 through online services. Residents can complete tasks like license plate renewal online or at kiosks located throughout the County and state, avoiding the need to delay essential transactions until Tuesday.

Link on Demand free ride services will also be closed for the holiday and will resume at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20. The Link on Demand service operates in Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree; riders should visit the Link on Demand webpage to book rides or to confirm pick-up times once service resumes. Anyone relying on the free ride service for appointments or work commutes should plan alternate transportation for Monday.

The closure affects routine in-person interactions with county departments that typically handle building permits, records requests, and other municipal business. While the county’s online portal covers many transactions, services that require in-person verification or inspections will need to wait until offices reopen. Residents with time-sensitive needs should contact their specific department via the county online services portal ahead of the holiday to verify available options.

For motorists, license plate renewal remains accessible without a trip to a county office. Online renewals and statewide kiosks are operational during the closure, providing a practical alternative for drivers who would otherwise risk late fees or gaps in registration.

Communication about the closure and service resumptions aims to give residents time to adjust plans and avoid unnecessary trips. For families, commuters, and small-business owners who depend on county timelines, the holiday pause is a reminder to use digital tools where possible and to confirm any scheduled appointments that fall on Monday.

The takeaway? If you need county business handled before the holiday, act now; if not, use the online services or kiosks and expect normal operations to resume Tuesday morning. Our two cents? Book Link on Demand rides in advance, renew registrations online, and reschedule nonurgent in-person visits to avoid a Monday scramble.