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Mesa County Government - Colorado Press Releases

157 Press Releases
  • Published on July 23, 2026 - 00:01 GMT

    Federal grant helps fund Douglas Wash flood protection design

    Mesa County has been selected to receive federal funding to design two detention basins north of I-70, which will be designed to reduce flood risk for more than 55 properties, including homes, along Douglas Wash. The Board of County Commissioners approved …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 22:25 GMT

    Orchard Avenue safety project moves into preliminary design

    Plans to improve safety and connectivity along Orchard Avenue, also known as E ½ Road, are moving forward. On July 21, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved a $1.1 million agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. to complete preliminary design and …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 22:25 GMT

    Public Health Clinic welcomes new provider, increases capacity

    Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) is excited to announce the addition of a new provider to our clinic team. Keelin Lewis is a Physician Assistant (PA) with a strong background in primary care. This addition means increased capacity for healthcare services …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 22:25 GMT

    Volunteer sought for Crime Victim Compensation Board

    The 21st Judicial District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a volunteer to serve on the Crime Victim Compensation Board. The three-member board reviews applications from victims of crime and determines how money from the Crime Victim …

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  • Published on July 20, 2026 - 21:52 GMT

    Federal court dismisses Article 74 and clarifies information-sharing rules

    On July 17, the U.S. District Court dismissed Rowell v. Weiser for lack of standing. In reaching its decision, the court interpreted how Colorado’s Article 74 applies when local officers share information and cooperate with federal agencies for legitimate …

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  • Published on July 20, 2026 - 21:52 GMT

    Snyder Fire response shifts to recovery as local disaster declaration ends

    The emergency phase of the Snyder Fire has come to a close in Mesa County. With the fire largely contained and immediate threats reduced, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners voted July 14 to end the local disaster emergency and transition fully to …

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  • Published on July 20, 2026 - 21:52 GMT

    Mesa County Workforce Center employee receives National Disability Employment award

    The Mesa County Workforce Center is proud to celebrate Employment Services Specialist Jeana Brown, who has been recognized with the prestigious Judy Emery "Genesis" Award by the National Disability Institute through the National Navigator …

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  • Published on July 17, 2026 - 17:36 GMT

    Mesa County road crews work on rural paving projects

    A new $316,000 asphalt distributor was put to work right after being delivered to western Colorado. Work started last week on chip sealing rural roads near Mack Mesa Airport. The vehicle was part of $2.1 million in purchase orders for equipment that needed …

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  • Published on July 17, 2026 - 17:36 GMT

    New Board of Public Health member appointed

    The Mesa County Board of County Commissioners has appointed Brittany Bear, MBA, MSN, RN  to the Mesa County Board of Public Health (MCPH). Bear will serve a five-year term running through April 30, 2031.   Bear is a seasoned healthcare leader and a …

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  • Published on July 16, 2026 - 23:44 GMT

    County updates donation policy to strengthen transparency

    Mesa County has updated its donation policy to establish consistent rules for how donations are reviewed, approved and tracked. A recent $250,000 estate gift to Mesa County Animal Services shows how donations can directly support county services. The gift …

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  • Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

    More than 30 residents complete Inside Mesa County class

    Mesa County is proud to honor the individuals who have successfully completed the 2026 Inside Mesa County class, where they gained insights into the inner workings and responsibilities of our local government.  “I had no idea how much my government was …

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  • Published on July 14, 2026 - 01:12 GMT

    Treasurer reminds property owners to update mailing addresses

    Mesa County Treasurer and Public Trustee Arna Hoffman is encouraging property owners to check and update their mailing addresses after the Treasurer’s Office received returned tax notices because of incorrect addresses. Keeping a current mailing address …

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  • Published on July 10, 2026 - 17:25 GMT

    Grand Valley Transit benefits from oil and gas revenue

    A new Grand Valley Transit (GVT) route will stay in operation thanks to fees collected by the state of Colorado on oil and gas extraction. State Bill 230, Oil & Gas Production Fees, passed in 2024 to bolster funds for transportation around Colorado. …

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  • Published on July 9, 2026 - 22:24 GMT

    County approves $2.1 million in purchase orders to replace fleet vehicles

    Tuesday, June 30, the Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution to issue purchase orders for vehicles and equipment according to the county’s 2026 schedule for replacing vehicles. A total of 21 pieces of equipment met the requirements to be …

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  • Published on July 8, 2026 - 16:42 GMT

    Commissioners approve amended county budget

    Tuesday, June 30, the Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution to adopt changes to the Mesa County budget. This supplemental budget is a tool used to update the budget throughout the year as grants are awarded, donations are received and …

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  • Published on July 8, 2026 - 06:11 GMT

    Naloxone Kiosk Impact Report highlights importance of access to life-saving medication

    Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) has published our first annual Naloxone Kiosk Impact Report. It details the community impact of this overdose prevention program since it launched in December of 2024. “It’s exciting to grow this program, especially after …

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  • Published on July 7, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

    Japanese beetle eradication efforts continue as treatment season progresses

    Mesa County, in partnership with the City of Grand Junction and other local, state and federal partners, continues to make progress in the effort to eradicate Japanese beetles, with more than 900 properties treated so far this season and additional …

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  • Published on July 7, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

    Visit the Mesa County Workforce Center Resource Room

    The Resource Room at the Mesa County Workforce Center (MCWFC), 512 29 1/2 Road, is available to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays. All of our job resources are free and available to the public. Printer, copier, fax, phone and …

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  • Published on July 7, 2026 - 04:09 GMT

    County thanks emergency responders as Snyder Fire nears full containment

    At a community meeting on Glade Park last week, Mesa County Commissioner Cody Davis thanked residents, fire crews and law enforcement for their work responding to the Snyder Fire. Mesa County Sheriff Todd Rowell talked about the sacrifice made by the three …

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  • Published on July 6, 2026 - 19:56 GMT

    Mesa County expands access to public notices online

    Beginning July 1, Mesa County will post public notices on its website, providing residents with another way to access important public information. Public notices include information about topics such as public hearings, elections, foreclosures, tax lien …

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