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The Lighthouse Program’s role in supporting youth in our community

The 21st Judicial District Attorney’s Office maintains the Lighthouse Program which offers a supportive and effective approach to help at-risk youth and their families develop strategies to sustainably prevent future behavioral problems and involvement in the criminal justice system. The program focuses on providing the participants and their families with education, support, and services to steer them toward a brighter future.

Feb 13, 2025

Information, Video

Children are waiting for families!

For many children in our community, stability and security start with the Mesa County Department of Human Services (MCDHS).

Feb 13, 2025

Blog Post, News

Subscribe to the Mesa County Newsletter to stay engaged with County happenings

The Mesa County Newsletter is an easy way to stay informed about impactful items discussed at the Commissioners’ public hearings, receive reminders about public engagement opportunities, and learn about County programs supporting our community.

Feb 12, 2025

Information, News

The DA’s Lighthouse Program offers meaningful mentorship

Mentors in the Lighthouse Program are Colorado Mesa University (CMU) students who provide vital support to at-risk school-aged youth. Mentors build meaningful relationships with participants, fostering trust and a sense of belonging while promoting positive decision-making and modeling healthy behaviors.

Feb 12, 2025

Blog Post, Information

Need help with unemployment insurance?

Looking for assistance with unemployment insurance in Colorado? Here’s what you need to know!

Feb 12, 2025

Blog Post, News

First reading of Ordinance 008(D) to update eight building and construction codes

At the Feb. 11 public hearing, Mesa County Attorney Todd Starr and Chief Building Official Darrell Bay presented the first reading of Ordinance 008(D) to update eight building and construction codes to modernize them to the most recent editions — keeping up with current construction methods, technology, materials, techniques, and state requirements and creating a balanced and thoughtful approach to localizing the updated codes. The first legal posting of the Ordinance was posted in the Daily Sentinel on Feb. 1, 2025.

Feb 11, 2025

Notices, Press Release, Video