News

Mesa County is finalizing the design for a future sidewalk and drainage improvement project along 22 1/2 Road and Greenbelt Drive aimed at improving safety and accessibility in the area.

Last week, the Mesa County Workforce Center joined Mesa County Valley School District 51’s second annual Workforce Development Day at Colorado Mesa University.

Mesa County Commissioners voted 3-0 on Jan. 6 to reappoint Scott McInnis as Mesa County’s director of the Colorado River Water Conservation District. His three-year term runs through January 2029.

Mesa County Commissioners approved a one-year contract extension with Onsite Electronics Recycling LLC, doing business as IT Refresh, to continue electronic waste recycling services at Mesa County’s Hazardous Waste Collection Facility in 2026.

Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) released the 2025 Youth Tobacco Report, highlighting current trends in tobacco use and attitudes among local youth.

Mesa County will continue recycling mattresses in 2026, preserving landfill space, reducing equipment damage and saving taxpayers about $300,000 over four years.