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| Mesa County Commissioners adopt the budget for 2021 in public hearing on Monday, Dec. 7, 2020. |
The total county budget is $194,998,865, a 3.68% increase (or $6,926,789) over the 2020 adopted budget. The net county budget, which deducts inter-fund transfers and internal services, totals $169,615,540.
The general fund is $69,182,856 in revenue and $68,709,742 in expenditures. To review more detailed budget information, click here.
“The budget is a reflection of the priorities our board has made to pull through from the resulting consequences of COVID-19,” Scott McInnis, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners, said. “We are in awe of the strength and courage our community has had to muster dealing with the virus, fires, and challenges this year has brought.”
“We must stay fiscally vigilant as we serve our community through this ongoing public health crisis and its economic repercussions.” Chairman McInnis added. “Every single penny counts when providing services to our businesses and residents, so we must remain alert and watchful as challenges continue to arise.”
The 2021 county budget invests $37.4 million in capital projects, including:
• Public Works — road infrastructure and improvements — $23.9 million
• Facilities — $3.2 million
• Regional transportation — $1.8 million
For more information on the 2021 budget, visit https://www.mesacounty.us/finance/budgets/2021/. Additional information will be published online as it becomes available.
Here is the 2021 Mesa County Budget PowerPoint Presentation displayed in the public hearing.
Questions about the adopted budget?
If you have questions about the budget, contact Jeremy Caudle, Budget Manager at 970-244-1603, or jeremy.caudle@mesacounty.us.