County signs contract to buy property next to Rocky Mountain Elementary

Site plan drawings for the proposed Clifton Community Campus, 3260 D 1/2 Road.

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved an $800,000 contract (video timestamp 56:06) between Mesa County and Mesa Valley School District 51 to purchase approximately 27 acres of property at 3260 D ½ Road in Clifton.

The property will be purchased to build a new Clifton Community Campus, which will include a new community hall, early childhood education center, training center, and more. The property is ideal due to its size, proximity to Rocky Mountain Elementary, and walking distance to a large portion of the Clifton population.

On Oct. 25, Mesa County approved an $800,000 contract with Mesa Valley School District 51 to purchase approximately 27 acres of property at 3260 D ½ Road in Clifton next to Rocky Mountain Elementary.

“Mesa County’s priority is to build a community campus that will meet the needs and better serve residents in Clifton,” Mesa County Board of Commissioners Chair Janet Rowland said. “Our goal is to connect community members and promote a better quality of life through accessible services and resources.” 

“Public engagement is critical in developing the campus. We have been gathering and listening to residents’ input,” Mesa County Commissioner Cody Davis said. “We are so excited to develop a vision with our residents and businesses to create a better Mesa County.”

Approximately 27 acres of property at 3260 D ½ Road will be purchased to build a new Clifton Community Campus, which will include a new community hall, early childhood education center, training center, and more. The property is ideal due to its size and proximity to Rocky Mountain Elementary.