The City of Arvada is a home rule city in Jefferson and Adams counties, Colorado. Articles of Incorporation for the Town of Arvada were filed on August 24, 1904, and the city became a home rule municipality on July 23, 1963. Its 2020 census population was 124,402. The city has a council-manager form of government. The elected City Council sets policy, and the Council-appointed City Manager administers it. City Hall is at 8101 Ralston Road. The city employs more than 700 full-time and 300 temporary or seasonal staff. Its stated mission is to deliver superior services that enhance the lives of everyone in the community.