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In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, most Mesa County offices are closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29.

Mesa County is implementing significant changes to its animal services operations to improve animal welfare and enhance public safety. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Animal Services will operate under a separate enforcement and services model,​ a shift in how animal-related responsibilities are managed within ​Mesa County.

Join us for an open house on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Clifton Community Campus, 3270 D 1/2 Road in Clifton, to learn project details and give input on the preferred alignment recommendations to connect the Riverfront Trail from Clifton to Riverbend Park in Palisade.

Have you spotted a maintenance need along Mesa County roads, bridges, drainage systems, or traffic signals? Your input helps us keep our community safe and running smoothly.

At the Nov. 12 public hearing, the Mesa County Commissioners approved a $341,547 design agreement to replace the MM-39.45-H.75 Rapid Creek Culvert on Rapid Creek Road. This critical project will move forward to ensure water flows safely and our infrastructure remains reliable.

Last week, Team Mesa took a moment to pause, reflect on the year thus far, and roll up our sleeves to judge a friendly cookie-baking competition! This was more than flour and frosting — taking time to slow down and connect brings out the best in us, and it's a great reminder of how special our community is.