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Partnership for Children and Families helps maintain high-quality early childhood education in our community. When the Clifton Community Campus opened its doors this summer, several resources became available for the Clifton community and surrounding areas. One of the agencies housed at the Clifton Community Campus is Mesa County Partnership for Children and Families.

The Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved a contract to buy the property at 3249 E Road in Clifton for $315,000 during their Aug. 27 public hearing. The purchase of this property is necessary to safely complete the County’s 32 1⁄2 Road Corridor and E Road Corridor Improvement Projects — and will allow Mesa County to connect 32 ½ Road with E Road.

Mesa County Workforce Center is hosting its Fall Job Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 17th. This annual event has been a huge success for Mesa County employers and job seekers alike.

Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) is now accepting residential burn permit applications.

Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who make our community thrive. From teachers and healthcare workers to farmers, construction crews, small business owners, and everyone in between — thank you for your dedication and contributions.

In November 2023, Mesa County Department of Human Services (MCDHS) leadership met to discuss cross-collaboration ideas in an effort to improve the services and support for young adults ages 16-24. Cross-training began a few months later with a vision for the collaborative work between Child Welfare and the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program. The population served includes youth and young adults with barriers to achieving safety, stability, and meaningful employment.