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Pugliese named “Commissioner of the Year”

December 1, 2016, 10:01 am
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Statewide county association honors commissioner for going “above and beyond the call of duty”

GRAND JUNCTION. Colo. — Mesa County Commissioner Rose Pugliese was honored as “Commissioner of the Year” by Colorado Counties Inc. (CCI) at their annual winter conference in Colorado Springs Nov. 29.

CCI is a non-profit association that brings all 64 Colorado counties together to work on shared issues. The award recognizes a commissioner who has gone beyond their county level to spend additional time working for the good of all counties and their constituents.

“I am humbled and honored to have received this award. We have so many incredible commissioners all across the state, and we do great work for our counties together,” Pugliese said. “I am so fortunate to be able to serve Mesa County on a statewide level and be a strong voice for our county issues.”

Award recipients are determined by voting CCI members and are ultimately selected by CCI’s board of directors.

“Rose has won the heart of her peers with her contagious enthusiasm,” 2015 Commissioner of the Year Steve Johnson said. “She has shown tremendous leadership in so many different areas, not the least being economic development.”

Commissioner Pugliese is the first Mesa County Commissioner to be honored with this award.
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Open House: 29 Road Pedestrian Underpass

December 2, 2016, 8:11 am
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Mesa County will host an open house for residents to learn about the 29 Road Pedestrian Underpass project Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m. in Mesa County Conference Room 40, 200 S. Spruce St. Please join us!



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This Week in Pics

December 2, 2016, 12:57 pm
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Commissioner Justman tours the Mesa County jail and tests the quality of the food being served to inmates. The Mesa County Commissioners are required by state law to inspect the jail once a year.

Commissioner Rose Pugliese, right, is named “Commissioner of the Year” by Colorado Counties Inc. (CCI) at their annual winter conference in Colorado Springs Nov. 29.

Commissioner Pugliese, left, receives “Commissioner of the Year” award by Colorado Counties Inc. 

The Cameo bridge gets new girders; the bridge replacement project is estimated to be completed by next spring. 

DHS Child Welfare team hosts the Colorado State Department of Human Services statewide permanency roundtable discussion at the Mesa County Workforce Center, 512 29 1/2 Road.

From left: Connie Mercer and Kylie Mayfield, of the foster care permanency team, help stuff stockings for foster children in Mesa County.


The Foster Care Permanency team hard at work at the annual stocking stuffing for foster children in our community.



From left: Kate Lima, Connie Mercer, Jeff Sheley, Sarah St. Martin, Kylie Mayfield, Laura Kinson help stuff over 120 stockings for foster kids.

Weed & Pest Managment Coordinator Teresa Nees and her predecessor, Melissa Werkmeister, at the Land Resource meeting. 

 Nearly 30 representatives of various county, federal and state agencies meet with Mesa County Commissioners for a Land Resource meeting. 

2016 General Election Canvass

Elections staff members and representatives from the Democratic and Republican parties hand-count ballots to verify the results of the election.

Mesa County Elections officials and representatives from the Democratic and Republican parties hand-count ballots to confirm the results of the election.
The all-seeing eye watches over Compliance Services Courtney Patch as she works.
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Grand Valley Gives Day is Dec. 6

December 5, 2016, 1:29 pm
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Mesa County Commissioners declare Dec. 6 as Grand Valley Gives Day

The Board of  Mesa County Commissioners this morning, in public hearing, proclaimed December 6, 2016, as Grand Valley Gives Day in Mesa County and invite everyone to donate to their favorite local non-profit organizations.

The Grand Valley Gives Collaboration was formed in 2012 on the Western Slope to increase awareness of giving back to the local community as part of the statewide movement of Colorado Gives Day.

On Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 24 non-profit agencies will work together to raise over $150,000 to ensure that local nonprofits can continue to provide valuable services to the residents in Mesa County.

To read the proclamation click here

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Grand Valley Transit offers discount passes to veterans

December 7, 2016, 12:16 pm
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Grand Valley Transit (GVT) is excited to announce a 50 percent discount on all GVT fixed-route passes to veterans. Veterans eligible for the discount GVT bus passes include all types of discharges except for those with dishonorable discharges. The Veteran Discount Pass Program is made possible through the collaboration of the Mesa County Veteran Services provided through Aging and Disability Resources of Colorado (ADRC), Veterans Affairs Grand Junction regional office and Grand Valley Transit.

Mesa County has an estimated population of 14,000 - 15,000 veterans. Transportation services exist for a fraction of this population through various programs and agencies, but the community partners have discussed ways to help the veterans who are not eligible for those transportation services.  “For those who gave so much to our country, we wanted to do more for the veterans in our community,” said Brian Oney, Veteran Services Officer under ADRC.

Veterans who would like to take advantage of this discount pass program must have their veteran status verified by Oney, located at the Mesa County Workforce Center. Veterans can be verified by appointment only by calling (970) 248 -2733 or emailing brian.oney@mesacounty.us.  After verification of veteran status, veterans can go to GVT West Transfer Facility’s pass office located at 612 24 ½ Road Monday-Saturday from 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. or the GVT Downtown Pass Office located at 525 S. 6th Street Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.to purchase any type of pass - day, month, annual, etc.  Veterans must present a valid photo ID (i.e., driver’s license, passport, veteran ID, etc.) to GVT staff at the time of purchase.

GVT strives to meet the diverse travel needs of the communities we serve.  As GVT officials receive community feedback and review services, necessary changes are made.
“Grand Valley Transit has supported our veterans with free rides to the annual Veteran Stand Down event, but have repeatedly heard requests for discount passes,” said Elizabeth Collins, Transportation Planner for Mesa County Regional Transportation Planning Office. “Through this collaboration, GVT can now accommodate a gap in services that currently exists in the community to better serve those who have served us.”

If you have questions about the Veteran Discount Pass Program, please call 256-RIDE or visit gvt.mesacounty.us and follow the “Fares/Passes” quick link.  To assist with trip planning, customers may use the GVT Trip Planner online at gvteta.com or call (970) 256-RIDE (7433) from 5 a.m.. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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Mesa County Fairgrounds

December 9, 2016, 11:52 am
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This Week in Pics

December 9, 2016, 1:14 pm
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Buckskin Hill on 58 1/2 Road south of Collbran has slumped down approximately four feet from its original surface height. Mesa County has been working on road repairs and hill stabilization. The project will most likely be completed by next summer.   

The Board of Mesa County Commissioners declares Dec. 6 as Grand Valley Gives Day

Clerk and Recorder Sheila Reiner, Amanda Polson and Karen Reiher visiting Collbran Job Corps to present letters of recommendation to students for their excellent work in the election.

 Clerk and Recorder Sheila Reiner addresses the issue of how to maintain voter privacy and preserve secrecy in voting, while simultaneously allowing the public to inspect ballots. Election staff has already gone through 89,000 images to redact any marks that can reveal or tie back to a particular voter. So far they have made 47 redactions.

Mesa County Health Department and the Mesa County Workforce Center hosted an ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents training on Wednesday and Thursday. Montrose County Emergency Manager Don Angell (left in red) and City of Grand Junction Emergency Manager Gus Hendricks (right) trained a class of 30 people in varying response positions from across the Western Slope about emergency preparedness and how to handle an incident as it grows and evolves.

The Mesa County Sheriff's Office had an anonymous resident donate bikes in Deputy Geer's name to hand out to children in the community. 

 An anonymous resident gifts bicycles in Deputy Geer's name to the Mesa County Sheriff's Office to hand out to kids in the community

The Western Colorado Community College Peace Officer Academy Graduated 17 cadets! 

Six new graduates from theWestern Colorado Community College Peace Officer Academy are joining the Mesa County Sheriff's Office as patrol deputies, filling current vacancies. 
Weed and Pest Management Teresa Nees at the annual conference of the Colorado Weed Management Association in Colorado Springs.
Ouray and San Miguel Counties Weed Management Mallory Vess, Department of Energy Danika Marshall and Marilyn Kastens and Mesa County Noxious Weed and Pest Management Teresa Nees at the annual conference of the Colorado Weed Management Association in Colorado Springs.

The Mesa County Employee Association. Members in the picture include Lori Seeley, Pam Hawkins, Lynn Zubek, Connie Robbins, Kristina Warren, Lorie Wuebold, Jane Hart and Tina Dugger. The purpose of the MCEA is to promote direct employee-employer relations in the interest of better County service.
   


The MCEA works very hard to support employees at Mesa County. They host an annual employee appreciation holiday social paid by association through fundraisers.  


The Mesa County Facilities Department helps the MCEA with set-up and logistics

Christmas duckies to spread the holiday cheer!

Tradition: every year the MCEA gives out holiday duckies as party favors

MCEA members preparing for the holiday luncheon

Snowman decorations to spread the holiday cheer

Mesa County employees enjoy an assorted variety of pies at the annual holiday social

On the menu: sliced roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, stuffed bell peppers.

Mesa County employees enjoy their lunch by the virtual fireplace

Sheriff's Office Carla Dittman enjoys a taste of gravy—finger lickin' good.

From right: Public Works Pam Hawkins serves Sheriff's Office Bernice Stogsdill at a holiday social for employees. 

Criminal Justice Services Connie Robbins hands out dinner rolls at the MCEA holiday social

Mesa Couty Surveyor Patrick Green

Sliced roast beef. Yum!

Good turn out at the 2016 MCEA Holiday Social! 

2016 MCEA Holiday Social 

2016 MCEA Holiday Social

To participate in the MCEA Holiday Social employees admission are donations to the Bear Necessities closet and Roice-Hurst Humane Society 


Mesa County employees donate hundreds of items to the Bear Necessities closet, a support program for Mesa County Foster children

Mesa County employees donate pet food and items to the Roice-Hurst Humane Society

Administrative Manager Jean Davis and Road Supervisor Rudy Bevan catch up at the MCEA holiday social 

Mesa County Facilities Department Tim Morfin, Dan Adams, and Federico Vargas


Public Health Clinic Manager Allison Sanchez (left), Business Analyst Lindsey Barger and Data Analyst Shane Chatfield.

Road and Bridge District C (from left): Brian Schroeder, Dale Silzell, Mike Grundy, Kevin Mininger, Keith Hatch, Brandon Bruton

Happy holidays!
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Commissioners unanimously adopt budget for 2017

December 12, 2016, 10:35 am
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Approved county budget focuses on necessary public safety priorities and infrastructure




The Board of Mesa County Commissioners today approved a $159.6 million county budget in public hearing. The approved expenditures prioritize law enforcement and core services to strengthen the community while increasing efficiency across Mesa County government agencies.

The total budget for 2017 is $159,567,741, which is a 2.2 percent increase from the 2016 adopted budget. The general fund budget is $57,338,622, which is a 0.1 percent decrease from the 2016 adopted budget. Public safety accounts for 49 percent of the general fund budget.

“Our Board, along with elected officials and departments heads, has worked hard to prioritize core government services according to the proper role of government,” Chair of the Board of County Commissioners Rose Pugliese said. “The biggest driver of this budget has been public safety increases and infrastructure improvements.”

The 2017 county budget invests $35.9 million in capital projects, including:
•Road and bridge infrastructure and system improvements—$18.1 million
•Facilities—$5.5 million
•Regional transportation—$1.1 million

“With competing demands for county dollars, I believe we have adopted a budget that honors the Board’s longstanding commitment to fiscal responsibility in the allocation and efficient use of our resources,” Pugliese added.

For more information on the 2017 budget, visit http://www.mesacounty.us/finance/2017-budget.aspx. Additional information will be posted online as it becomes available.

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Bill of Rights Day is Dec. 15

December 12, 2016, 2:52 pm
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The Mesa County Commissioners today proclaimed December 15, 2016, as Bill of Rights day in Mesa County in honor of the 225th anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights.

To read the proclamation, go here.

Members of Sons of the American Revolution accepted the Bill of Rights Day proclamation.
 
Commissioner John Justman greets members of Sons of the American Revolution at Monday's administrative hearing. The Commissioners declared Thursday, Dec. 15, Bill of Rights Day

From left: Commissioner Scott Mcinnis, Gary Parrott, Commissioner Rose Pugliese, Garry Brewer, Commissioner John Justman 

Gary Parrott and Garry Brewer, Members of Sons of the American Revolution, talk about the importance of the Bill of Rights


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This Week in Pics

December 16, 2016, 11:17 am
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Mesa County Treasurer's Office enjoying a little Christmas cheer at the Ale House during their 2016 holiday get-together!
The Mesa County Workforce Center just completed the fourth and final Work Ready Community Academy and is at 94% of reaching the final goal to become a certified work ready community! Fred McConnel, Curtis Englehart Director MCWFC, Tony Garife McConnel & Garife are Regional Managers - Workforce Initiatives for ACT.

The Foster Care Team-Winners of the 4DX-cellance Award.
Left to right: Mary Malloy, back Laura Kinson, Sarah St Martin, Jeff Sheley, Lori Rienstra, Center Kari Daggett, Cathy Boutilier, kneeling Courtney Thompson, Kylie Mayfield, Joyce Anderson

Ariel Clinical Services visits DHS to wish them a Merry Christmas with a song and some cookies.

Jeff Goldblatt of KREX spoke with Air Quality Specialist Melissa Salter about the burning restrictions in Mesa County this week. An inversion is trapping pollution in the Grand Valley. Restricting burning will help keep pollution levels from moving from moderate to unhealthy levels, which could affect children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems.

 Mesa County Clerk Sheila Reiner facilitated a discussion with officers from the Grand Junction Police Department and Mesa County staff regarding building safety at the Central Services location.

 Mesa County Clerk Sheila Reiner facilitates a roundtable discussion with officers from the Grand Junction Police Department & Mesa County staff concerning building safety at the Mesa County Central Services Building, 200 S Spruce St.

Mesa County staff from the Road and Bridge Department and employees at the Central Services Building donated hundreds of toys and goods to the Salvation Army.
Mesa County staff gifts items to the Salvation Army they would have loved as a child.  

Construction Manager Pete Mathes is super enthusiastic about the Barbie gift a child will receive for Christmas.

Road and Bridge crew: John Flemming, Travis Cole, Matt Nichols, and Pete Mathes not only donated to the Salvation Army Angel Tree they helped deliver the gifts too!

Connie Hahn, Shirley Beall, Julie Constan and Louie Dorlac help load gifts donated by Mesa County employees to the Salvation Army.

 The Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved the 2017 county budget in public hearing. 

Mesa County residents give Commissioner Pugliese input on the adoption of the 2017 budget.

KREX Channel 5 News Brandon Thompson interviews Commissioner Pugliese regarding the adoption of the 2017 budget. 

KREX Channel 5 News Brandon talks to County Administrator Frank Whidden about how the county budget is processed before being adopted. 

KKCO Channel 11 News Kalie Greenberg interviews Commissioner McInnis regarding the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's decision to deny permission to build a 234-mile-long interstate liquefied natural gas pipeline that would allow natural gas to be extracted in western Colorado before being exported to Coos Bay, Oregon, also known as the Jordan Cove Project. 

Members of the Resource Management Division discuss and outline ideas for a top secret presentation.

Mesa County elected officials and department heads were recruited to be hosts and servers at the Resource Management holiday luncheon. Officials served lunch to over 60 employees. County dollars were not used for the meal. 

Mesa County Assessor Ken Brownlee joyfully greets staff.

Captain Smith upgrades to a different vest.

Mesa County Sheriff's Office Captains arrive at the Resource Management holiday luncheon ready to serve and protect, but literally to serve (lunch).  


Mesa County Treasurer Janice Rich graciously pours water for employees.

Commissioner Pugliese walks in ready to be put to work.

Mesa County Sheriff's Office Captains and Commissioner Rose Pugliese serve staff at the Resource Management holiday luncheon

Mesa County Facilities employees catch up before lunch is served.

County Administrator Frank Whidden works away from his desk at the holiday luncheon.  

Mesa County Surveyor Patrick Green greets staff and helps direct them to their tables.

IT Support Specialist Andrew Wetzel is checked in by Mesa County Surveyor Patrick Green.

IT Support Specialist Josh Dallman waits to see what table he is sitting at. 

Clerk Sheila Reiner greets Commissioner McInnis and checks to see if he is on the guest list.

Administrative Manager Jean Davis put together a fabulous holiday luncheon and program for Mesa County Resource Management Division!

Commissioner John Justman visits with staff at the Resource Management holiday luncheon.  

Captain Hendricks cheerfully and elegantly serves his table. 

Captain Smith (center) is thoroughly impressed with County Attorney Coleman's serving portions. 

2016 Resource Management Holiday Luncheon.

Mesa County elected officials and department heads wait in line to retrieve lunch to serve employees.

Fairgrounds Manager Donna Redd shared delicious homemade snowman and Christmas tree cupcakes!

Employees share their favorite sweets with their colleagues to spread the holiday cheer. 

Holiday season means lots of delicious baked goods!

Staff plays a game of jeopardy to learn more about what each branch of the Resource Management Division does. 

And, suddenly Santa Claus appears! 

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus stop by the Resource Management holiday social to deliver a surprise.

Santa Claus thanks, Budget Manager Eleanor Thomas for all her hard work this season.

GIS Administrator Chris Kadel takes a selfie with Santa Claus.

Resource Management was extra good this year, so Rudy Claus came to visit!

Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Sheila Reiner made it on Santa's good list this year!
Happy Holidays!
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Many county offices will close for the holidays

December 19, 2016, 12:42 pm
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Most Mesa County administrative offices will close on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.

 Observed holiday closures:
  • Administration, Assessor, County Commissioners, County Attorney, Financial Services, Human Resources, IT, Surveyor, Treasurer (544 Rood Ave.)
  • Clerk & Recorder: Motor Vehicle/Recording/Elections/Clerk to the Board (200 S. Spruce St.)
  • Facilities and Fairgrounds (2785 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Health Department & Department of Human Services (510 29 1/2 Road)
  • Solid Waste Management Campus (3071 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Public Works, Building, and Planning (971 Coffman Road & 200 S. Spruce St.)
  • Regional Transportation Planning Office (525 S. Sixth St.)
  • Sheriff’s Office: Records and Civil Divisions (215 Rice St.)
  • Tri River CSU Extension (2775 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Workforce Center (512 29 1/2 Road)

Actual holiday closures:
  • Animal Services (971A Coffman Road near Whitewater) will close on Sunday, Dec. 25 and Sunday, Jan. 1 but will be open on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Grand Valley Transit ("GVT") (525 S. 6th Street) will close on Sunday, Dec. 25 and Sunday, Jan. 1 but will be open on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2.

Closures do NOT include:
  • Coroner's Office
  • Criminal Justice Services (all locations)
  • Sheriff’s Office: Jail, Patrol, Emergency Services (215 Rice St.)
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Commissioners appoint new members to the Grand Junction Regional Airport Authority Board

December 20, 2016, 2:31 pm
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The Mesa County Commissioners, in public hearing, recently appointed Tom Benton and Robin Brown to serve on the authority to help set policies and oversee the operations of the Grand Junction Regional Airport.


Tom Benton

Robin Brown

Benton and Brown join incumbents Steve Wood, Troy Ball, David Murray, Paul Nelson and Rick Taggart on the airport board.

“The Grand Junction Regional Airport is a very important entity for the continued economic prosperity of the Grand Valley,” Benton said. “Having lived through two significant downturns, one recognizes the importance of developing new business operations, and a key to that will be convenient and competitive transportation in and out of this area.”

Benton is currently the director of Colorado Mesa University’s Maverick Innovation Center and is a former chairman of the Grand Valley Rural Power and Grand Junction Economic Partnership boards.

“I believe that the airport is an essential asset to the long-term growth and economic health of our community and that its full potential has yet to be tapped,” said Brown. “I have incredible confidence in the new airport director and would like to be a part of a board that helps him achieve what he thinks is possible.”

Brown is the owner of Brown House PR & Events and is a former US Army helicopter pilot and strategic planner and development director for the Avalon Cornerstone Project.
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This Week in Pics

December 22, 2016, 12:41 pm
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The Board of Mesa County Commissioners officiates the last public hearing of the year on Monday, Dec 19. The Board enters an order on its records of proceedings—levying against the valuation for assessment of all taxable property located in the County and in the towns, cities, school districts and special districts, as of Jan. 1, 2017, for the taxes necessary for all purposes required by law.
Mesa County Planning, Colorado Old Spanish Association, and the National Park Service, National Trails Intermountain Region, earlier this year wrote the NPF Active Trails Grant Proposal to establish the "Back to the Trail" event at the Old Spanish National Historic Trail (at the Whitewater Trailhead on Coffman Road), to further develop the trail and raise community awareness and encourage residents to experience the outdoors. The NFP grant funded pedestrian signs to mark the trail.

 Emergency Preparedness & Response specialists Nanci Quintana, front right, Travis Dorr, front left and Jen Stepleton take a break for a photo at the Health Department.

Health Promotion Specialist Troy Ward, left, enjoys a cup of cocoa served by Mesa County Health Department Executive Director Jeff Kuhr and Department of Human Services and Workforce Center Executive Director Tracey Garchar on Tuesday. Staff enjoyed a break with cocoa and cookies thanks to the two directors.

 EPR Specialist Travis Dorr, left, and Regional Epidemiologist Andy Tyler were feeling festive on Holiday Hat Day at the Health Department on Tuesday. 
The Mesa County Assessor's Office hosted the Giving Tree, the tree had over 130 tags with foster children's names and ages for employees to pick from to give a gift to a child in need this holiday season.     

Mesa County employees gift hundreds of presents to children in the Mesa County Foster Care Program.  

Thank you all of those who selflessly donated gifts to children in need. 

Over 130 children will experience extra joy on Christmas thanks to the
generosity of Mesa County employees

Generous donations by County employees to spread the holiday cheer!

Helping young people in foster care through the holidays.

'Tis the season to be jolly.

The Assessor's Office was taken over by gifts going to children in foster care

Next year, a bigger tree!

Most Mesa County administrative offices will close on Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays.

 A special thanks to all of those who took the opportunity to make a difference in a child's life.

The Assessor's Office van is so full of gifts for foster kids that they ran out of room!
A truck-load of gifts!

Happy holidays from the Old Mesa County Courthouse.
From left: Sarah Kawashima, Kacey Watts and Julie Williams painting Christmas ornaments at the Mesa County Workforce Center.

From left, Kori Willis, Hayden Harrell and Nalany Lefever Painting Christmas ornaments at Mesa County Central Services Building (CSB).

From left, Doris Guajardo, Jessica Guajardo, Kristen Aragon and Roxanne Delay painting Christmas ornaments at CSB.

 Michelle Boyd from Economic Assistance showing her Christmas spirit on "Sweater Day."


Best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a very happy new year!
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Free stuff at the Hazardous Waste Collection Facility's ​reuse area

December 29, 2016, 7:24 am
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Did you know you can get items such as paint, cleaning products, automotive cleaners, garden insecticides and other household chemicals for FREE?

The Mesa County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility has a free reuse area that is open to all Mesa County residents. It’s a great way to save money and help decrease our impact on the environment.

Stop by 3071 Hwy 50 (first building on the left at the Mesa County Landfill) Thursday- Saturday from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.and see what’s on the shelf!

For more information about The Hazardous Waste Collection Facility visit http://www.mesacounty.us/swm/hazmat/
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December 30, 2016, 10:39 am
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Did you know you can get items such as paint, cleaning products, automotive cleaners, garden insecticides and other household chemicals for FREE? The Mesa County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility has a free reuse area that is open to all Mesa County residents. It’s a great way to save money and help decrease our impact on the environment. Stop by 3071 Hwy 50 (first building on the left at the Mesa County Landfill) Thursday- Saturday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and see what’s on the shelf! For more information about The Hazardous Waste Collection Facility visit http://www.mesacounty.us/swm/hazmat/
Old-courthouse, 544 Rood Ave.

Most Mesa County offices will close on Monday, Jan. 2, in observance of the New Year holiday. Closures do NOT include: Coroner's Office, Criminal Justice Services (all locations), and Sheriff’s Office: Jail, Patrol, Emergency Services (215 Rice St.) Actual holiday closures: Animal Services (971A Coffman Road near Whitewater) will close on Sunday, Jan. 1 but will be open on Monday, Jan. 2 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Grand Valley Transit ("GVT") (525 S. 6th Street) will close on Sunday, Jan. 1 but will be open on Monday, Jan. 2.

The Grand Mesa in western Colorado is one of largest flattop mountains in the world, and it is in our backyard! It covers approximately 500 square miles and at its highest point stands more than 11,300 feet.Take the enchanting 63-mile drive through the national forest, and enjoy the beautiful views of the park’s lakes, wildlife, and geological features. Don’t forget to take your snowshoes!

A hydraulic-drawbridge-cake is presented to Engineering Division Director Julie Constan at her going way party.

Some present at the event expressed concern that this may be a "Bridge to Nowhere." Project managers assured those present that no taxpayer funds were used in the construction of the drawbridge.

Julie Constan's long time dream has been to have a drawbridge in Mesa County.

The man responsible for the design and construction of the hydraulic drawbridge is Senior Engineer Daniel Larkin.

 Senior Engineer Daniel Larkin clarifies that the bridge is made out of craft sticks, not popsicle sticks, contrary to popular belief. 

Julie Constan is excited about the craftsmanship that went into building her operating drawbridge. 

Many Public Works staff members stop by Julie Constan's farewell to wish her well! 

Stormwater Specialist Carrie Gudorf and Operations Manager Connie Hahn.

Senior Engineer Daniel Larkin and Senior Engineer Scott Mai are excellent at problem-solving, that's why when the ice for the iced tea wasn't coming apart they decided to have ice tea snow cones instead.

Operations Manager Connie Hahn and Engineering Division Director Julie Constan have worked together for the past 13 years putting together grants for the design, construction, and administration of public infrastructure projects within Mesa County to assure a safe and reliable system for the benefit of the community. This dynamic duo is an excellent example of professional teamwork and friendship.

Good luck in your future endeavors, Julie Constan!

Thank you for an incredible 2016!
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Free Christmas tree recycling at the landfill

December 30, 2016, 3:08 pm
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The Mesa County Organic Materials Composting Facility, 3071 Highway 50, offers an easy, free way to dispose of your (real/natural) tree after the holidays. 

Don't forget to remove lights, tinsel, ornaments and the stand from the tree before dropping off.

Flocked or artificial trees are not eligible and will not be accepted. 

The trees will be processed for compost production on-site.

For more information, please call (970) 263-9319. 

Free real Christmas tree recycling at the landfill. Artificial or flocked trees are not eligible. 

The Mesa County Organic Materials Composting Facility, 3071 Highway 50, offers an easy, free way to dispose of your (real/natural) tree after the holidays. 
Customers drop off and unload yard waste and Christmas tree at the  Mesa County Organic Materials Composting Facility, 3071 Highway 50. 
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Look for your Property Tax Statement by the end of January

January 4, 2017, 1:38 pm
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The 2016 Property Tax Roll (due in 2017) has been certified. While we anticipate Property Tax Statements may be in the mail stream by January 20, 2017, we invite you to utilize our website http://treasurer.mesacounty.us, and review property taxes owing. “It is very easy to click on Pay/View Property Taxes. From that point, follow the directions to see taxes owing for 2016, payable in 2017. You are welcome to call our office for property tax information,” said County Treasurer, Janice Rich.

Colorado law [CRS 39-10-104.5] requires payments in two equal installments, the first being due on or before the last day of February, and the second installment to be paid no later than the 15th day of June. Or, if you are paying your taxes in full, a single payment is due on or before the last day of April.
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Oath of Office Ceremonies for Commissioners and DA

January 5, 2017, 7:48 am
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Mesa County Commissioners John Justman and Rose Pugliese and District Attorney Dan Rubinstein will officially take office Jan. 10. The swearing-in ceremony for the District Attorney will begin at 7:45 a.m. at the Justice Center, 125 S. Spruce St., courtroom 10, fourth floor. The ceremony for the Commissioners’ starts at 9 a.m. at the old Mesa County Courthouse, 544 Rood Ave., public hearing room on the second floor.

“The District Attorney is the person elected to represent the people of Mesa County. I am humbled by the support, and honored to show up to work each day as the lawyer representing this community.” Rubinstein said.

Mesa County voters elected District Attorney Rubinstein to serve his first term and re-elected County Commissioners, John Justman, for District 1, and Rose Pugliese, for District 3, to serve a second and final term in office.

“Thank you for your continued support, it has been my honor to serve as your County Commissioner since 2013,” Justman said. “I will continue to work hard on issues that Mesa County faces.”

County Commissioners serve for four years for up to two terms. Their primary function is to govern by the Colorado Constitution and on behalf of the legislature to represent the interests of, and provide public services desired by the citizens of Mesa County.

“I am honored and humbled to have the continued confidence of the Mesa County voters,” said Pugliese. “Thank you for allowing me to represent you. I will continue to represent Mesa County on local, state and federal issues and fight to protect and enhance our economy.”

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Construction on the 29.5-E.63 Bridge Replacement project kicked off this Tuesday (Jan. 3). The bridge, located in the Fruitvale area, was built in 1964, and due to functional and structural issues, it will be completely replaced. Eighty percent of the project is funded by grant money.

The 29 1/2 Road bridge is located between Patterson Road and Orchard Ave., in Fruitvale. Aside from structural damages, the bridge has very narrow sidewalks, and it presents pedestrian safety issues.  

Road closure for the 29 1/2 Road bridge will last until the beginning of summer 2017. Alternate routes are a half mile in either direction (29 Road or 30 Road).

Snowfall does not stop the excavators from tearing down the 29 1/2 Road bridge.

Around 5,000 vehicles cross this 53-year-old bridge daily.

Construction on the 29.5-E.63 Bridge Replacement continues without delays. The bridge is a few steps from being completely removed. The new bridge will have wider shoulders to accommodate pedestrians.

Construction on the 29.5-E.63 Bridge Replacement project.

Mesa County Road and Bridge: Plows 641 miles of paved roads. Uses 34 trucks and four 1-ton trucks to plow paved roads. Considers 589 miles of paved roads a priority, which means they need to be cleared the first day. Plows 170 miles of gravel/dirt roads. Uses 13 graders to plow the gravel/dirt roads. Considers 144 miles of gravel/dirt roads a priority.

Whether you drive, walk or bike to work the commute was challenging due to icy roads.

Mesa County staff tries to keep sidewalks clear of snow, but it was a difficult task. 

The benches outside the old Mesa County Courthouse, 544 Rood Ave., are covered in snow. 

"Bookworm" is a bronze sculpture, by Gary Price, of a young boy reading,. The avid reader is located at the old Mesa County Courthouse, 544 Rood Ave. 

Cold temperatures keep the ice and snow from melting.

Congratulations, Mesa County Treasure' s Office, for breaking the record and having a certified tax roll by Jan. 3!  The County Treasurer is responsible for collecting all real and personal property taxes for the county, school districts, municipalities, and special districts located in the county 

The 2016 Property Tax Roll (due in 2017) has been certified. Property Tax Statements may be in the mail stream by January 20, 2017. Colorado law [CRS 39-10-104.5] requires tax payments in two equal installments, the first being due on or before the last day of February, and the second installment to be paid no later than the 15th day of June. Or, if you are paying your taxes in full, a single payment is due on or before the last day of April.

CSU Extension Entomologist Bob Hammon and Mesa County Noxious Weed & Pest Management Coordinator Teresa Nees on a conference call with horticulture experts around the state discussing upcoming events and issues that are important to the Upper Grand Valley Pest Control District.
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County offices closed Jan. 16 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 12, 2017, 3:30 pm
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Many Mesa County offices will close Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Closure includes:
  • Administration, Assessor, County Commissioners, County Attorney, Financial Services, Human Resources, IT, Surveyor, Treasurer (544 Rood Ave.)
  • Clerk & Recorder: Motor Vehicle, Recording, Elections, Clerk to the Board (200 S. Spruce St.)
  • Composting Facility, Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste Administration (3071 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • District Attorney's Office (125 N. Spruce St.)
  • Facilities and Fairgrounds (2785 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Health Department & Department of Human Services (510 29 1/2 Road)
  • Public Works, Building, and Planning (971 Coffman Road & 200 S. Spruce St.)
  • Regional Transportation Planning Office (525 S. Sixth St.)
  • Sheriff’s Office: Records and Civil Divisions (215 Rice St.)
  • Tri River CSU Extension (2775 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Workforce Center (512 29 1/2 Road)

Alternate Hours:
  • Animal Services (971A Coffman Road near Whitewater) will be open from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Closure does NOT include:
  • Coroner's Office
  • Criminal Justice Services (all locations)
  • Grand Valley Transit (525 S. 6th Street)
  • Mesa County Landfill (3071 U.S. Hwy. 50)
  • Sheriff's Office - Jail, Patrol, Emergency Services (215 Rice St.)
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