The Town of Jamestown was incorporated on April 4, 1883 and is located 15 miles northwest of Boulder on CR94. Once an active mining town, Jamestown is now an eclectic community with a population of approximately 260 residents.

Jamestown fosters a sense of community including providing support and services for vulnerable populations, including seniors, children, and maintaining local community institutions including the Jamestown Elementary School, the Jamestown Post Office, the Jamestown Mercantile and the Jamestown Community Church.

The Mayor and Town Board of Trustees provide local governance. Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. on ZOOM.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF APRIL 7, 2026 MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR MAYOR/TRUSTEE: Jamestown residents who are interested in running for the Town Board, nomination petitions are available to pick up in the town office during office hours (M-TH, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. beginning January 6, 2026 and return petitions by January 26. Qualifications: must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age, a registered voter in Boulder County, and a resident of Jamestown for 12 consecutive months.