DA testifies on Fentanyl bill
Over 150 people signed up to testify on HB22-1326, Fentanyl Accountability and Prevention, including Mesa County District Attorney Dan Rubinstein.On Tuesday, April 12, over 150 people signed up to...
View ArticleMesa County supports I-70 bill
On April 13, 2022, Mesa County wrote to Representative Lauren Boebert in support of her proper bill "To require the Secretary of Transportation to conduct a study on the significant improvements and...
View ArticleChamber leadership class learns about local government
Mesa County leaders gave the Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class an inside look into Mesa County government functions and operations to encourage leaders to participate on boards and...
View ArticleMesa County Kicks off Mobile Data Collection Project
Mesa County recently kicked off a project to inventory the condition of all roads maintained by the County. To accomplish this, the County retained the services of Roadway Asset Services, LLC (RAS),...
View ArticleMesa County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility is ready for spring
Whether this time of year brings you spring cleaning or the start of brand new projects, Mesa County Hazardous Waste Collection Facility has you covered. The facility offers free, partially used...
View ArticleCounty approves $100K contract for hot mix asphalt
Mesa County Commissioners approved a $100K contract for 3,000 tons of hot mix asphalt for road patching projects. The hot mix asphalt is for pothole patching, road patches, and broken shoulder repairs....
View ArticleLeash Your Dogs in Mesa County
Whether your dog is a gentle giant or a petite sweetheart, they must be on a leash in Mesa County.As the weather gets warmer and you and your dogs spend more time outside, ensure the safety of the...
View ArticleLong Family Memorial Park Improvements Update
Crews are working on the finishing touches of the Long Family Memorial Park improvement project — scheduled to be completed by May 2022.Landscaping improvements are almost done. Trees and greenery are...
View ArticleToday is Earth Day
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret MeadToday and every day, let's all work together to keep...
View ArticleApril is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Join us in making Mesa County a better place for children and families to thrive by increasing awareness about child abuse and promoting children's social and emotional well-being.Most child abuse...
View ArticleYour trash goes to the Mesa County Landfill
Often times we throw our trash away without ever thinking about where it goes next. In Mesa County, trash is deposited in sanitary landfills. Landfills are a modern and efficient means for people to...
View ArticleUpdate on G.8-39.1 Bridge Rehabilitation in Palisade
The rehabilitation project on the Mesa-G.8-39.1 Bridge, located on North River Road over the Colorado River, east of Palisade, is nearing completion.Bridge deck repairs are complete after weeks of...
View ArticleJoin Mesa County Commissioners at the Palisade Board of Trustees Town Hall...
Mesa County Commissioners and other county officials will join the Palisade Board of Trustees at their regular town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 24, in the Board Chambers 341 West 7th St.,...
View ArticleNotice: Proposed Marijuana Ordinance
The Board of Mesa County Commissioners will consider the adoption of an Ordinance for the Licensing and Regulation of Marijuana Business Businesses. The proposed ordinance will be introduced and read...
View ArticleUnaffiliated Voters — UChoose
Unaffiliated voters can participate in the upcoming June 28 Primary Election by voting in one of the major party’s primary.Here is how it works:If you know which party’s primary you wish to participate...
View ArticleNational Association of Counties selects Mesa County for Convening County,...
Mesa County working to align criminal justice and behavioral health systemsMesa County joins nine other counties in the County Courts and Justice Leaders initiative, designed to support county, court...
View ArticleColoradans Encouraged to Prepare for Wildfire as Risk Increases
Colorado is experiencing a new normal for wildfire with several destructive, record-setting fires occurring over the past two years driven by extreme weather and drought. With ongoing drought and...
View ArticleCommissioners Approve Agreement for Broadband Conceptual Plan
On Tuesday, May 3, Mesa County Commissioners approved a $178K agreement for a project to create a broadband conceptual plan for middle-mile fiber and carrier-neutral locations (CNLs).The project aims...
View ArticleCommissioners approve contract for the construction of the Clifton Community...
Mesa County Commissioners approved a contract with FCI Constructors, Inc. for $829,414 to serve as the construction manager and general contractor for the Mesa County Early Childhood Education Center,...
View ArticleVets offer spay/neuter vouchers for Mesa County pet owners
Due to generous funding from the Animal Assistance Foundation (AAF), Mesa County Animal Services collaborates with participating local veterinarians to offer spay/neuter vouchers for Mesa County pet...
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