Correctional Officers Week, May 7-13, 2017
This morning the Mesa County Commissioners proclaimed May 7-13, 2017, as Correctional Officers Week in Mesa County. The Color Guard of the Mesa County Sheriff's Office presented the colors before the...
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Last week’s volunteer event at the Clifton Nature Park was a great success! In honor of National Volunteer Week, Alpine Bank, Clifton Sanitation, the Desert Rivers Collaborative, Mesa County and the...
View ArticleFit to Drive
The Fit to Drive Campaign is meant to encourage adults ages 65 years and over to consider difficult transportation choices as their driving ability declines with age, and to suggest using public...
View Article2017 State of the County
Over the last few years, Mesa County has navigated tough economic times. However, vigilant budgeting has allowed Mesa County government to continue providing needed services, while officials are doing...
View ArticleEliminate noxious weeds and receive a gift card to a local nursery
Mesa County Noxious Weed & Pest Management presents the 2017 Gift Card Exchange: Help eliminate noxious weeds and receive a gift card to a local nursery in exchange!Several popular ornamental...
View ArticleCelebrate Public Lands Day!
Join us in celebration of Colorado Public Lands Day by participating in the clean-up of Clifton Nature Park!The event will go from 9 a.m to 12 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2017, and is sponsored by Mesa...
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The Mesa County Cameo Bridge Replacement project that consisted of replacing the deteriorated 56-year-old bridge spanning the Government Highline Canal located on I.9 Road from the I-70 off ramp is now...
View ArticlePolice Week, May 15-21, 2017
This morning at the administrative public hearing, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners honored law enforcement by declaring May 15-21, 2017, as Police Week in Mesa County.A joint Color Guard of the...
View ArticleMesa County is a Certified Work Ready Community
Today, the Mesa County Commissioners recognized the efforts and success of the Mesa County Workforce Center and other economic development partners for leading our community to be the first Work Ready...
View ArticleExpect short road delays the week of May 15
Here is the list of construction work planned for the week of May 15, road delays should be expected. The schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions.Asphalt Paving - Fruita Area:L Road,...
View ArticleTax Comparison: Oil and Gas versus Residential
Colorado and specifically Mesa County has become more dependent on oil and gas as a result of Gallagher and TABOR. To replace the “tax revenue” from oil and gas collected in 2016, it would take +/-...
View ArticleCounty saves thousands by managing landfill operation in-house
The Mesa County Landfill recently underwent a change in management and operational structure to reduce costs.In January of 2016, Mesa County Landfill started operating with its own employees rather...
View ArticleStaffing levels to increase at the Mesa County Building Department
Collaboration between the business development community and Mesa County proves fruitful.After many months of joint efforts among county staff, Western Colorado Contractors Association and the Home...
View ArticleInside Mesa County kicks off with a presentation by Commissioners
Mesa County Commissioner Scott McInnis kicks off this spring's Inside Mesa County class. Inside Mesa County, the eight-week course that gives participants an up-close look at inner workings of their...
View ArticleExpect short road delays the week of May 22
Here is the list of construction work planned for the week of May 22, road delays should be expected. The schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions.Asphalt Paving (Fruita, Redlands...
View ArticleThis Week in Pics
The Board of Mesa County Commissioners declares May 15-21, 2017, as National Police Week in Mesa County. From left, Commissioner McInnis, Captain Rowell, Grand Junction Police Deputy Chief Zen,...
View ArticleCommissioners proclaim Emergency Medical Services and Colorado Cattlemen's...
The Mesa County Commissioners this morning gave their approval to several proclamations requested by the community:May 21-27, 2017, Emergency Medical Services WeekEmergency medical services...
View ArticleClerk's Office to host 2017 Campaign and Political Finance Training
The Mesa County Clerk and Recorder's Office will be hosting the Secretary of State's Campaign Finance Training on June 27, at the Mesa County Central Services building, 200 S Spruce Street. RSVP no...
View ArticleMany Mesa County offices closed Monday
Many Mesa County offices will be closed Monday, May 29, 2017, in observance of Memorial Day.This closure includes:Administration, Assessor, County Commissioners, County Attorney, Financial Services,...
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