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Colorado River water is the lifeblood of Mesa County and the western U.S. as a whole, and the protection of this resource is crucial for the future prosperity of our community. For this reason, Commissioners approved a letter to Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper in support of the Colorado River Water Conservation District’s (Colorado River District’s) effort to acquire and permanently protect the Shoshone water rights at their July 30 administrative public hearing. The letter is from the Western District of Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI), which consists of 16 counties on the Western Slope, including Mesa County.

Beginning on Aug. 12, 2024, the Clifton Motor Vehicle Office, 3225 I-70 Business Loop, is the only location where larger vehicles and trailers can receive VIN inspections. You can visit the Clifton Motor Vehicle Office or contact your local law enforcement agency to schedule a time for them to come out to your house.

August is National Child Support Awareness Month. Child support provides families the resources they need to thrive.

Clifton and Fruitvale will soon be getting freshly sealed roads in some areas following the July 30 public hearing, where the Commissioners approved an $823,721 contract with A-1 Chipseal Co. to apply 11.75 miles of slurry seal to necessary roads.

Did you know you can help improve driving conditions in Mesa County with just a few clicks? Our Road Problem Reporter tool makes it easy for you to report road issues directly to our Road and Bridge team, ensuring quicker resolutions and safer roads for everyone.

The Mesa County Justice Center will soon get new carpet, following the approval of a contract for $135,109 with Gallagher’s Flooring during the July 30 administrative hearing.