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Don’t let the size of this invasive and highly damaging Japanese Beetle fool you. Mesa County is currently working to eradicate a population of Japanese Beetles discovered in the Appleton area of Mesa County.

Japanese Beetles feed on 300 species of plants, including peaches, grapes, and other fruits contributing to Palisade fruit and wine-associated tourism which brings nearly $76 million annually to the local economy.

Mesa County Elections is excited to announce the final audit tool for the 2021 Coordinated Election as requested by the Board of County Commissioners. The public can now easily access and view the voted electronic ballot images to verify election results.

Animal Services, in partnership with local veterinarians, are pleased to offer spay and neuter vouchers to pet owners in Mesa County. This program has been made possible by the generous funding of the Animal Assistance Foundation (AAF).

Beginning Feb. 6 through Feb. 10, a full closure of Spoon Court will be in effect.

On Feb. 13, the project will undergo a winter shutdown through March. 20, 2023, due to the availability of asphalt. 

Kindred Reserve parking will be open throughout the shutdown.

Mesa County is excited to announce the release of its 2023 adopted budget in an interactive and user-friendly digital format — designed to make the County's budget more transparent and accessible to the public, making it easier for citizens to understand how their tax dollars are being spent. 

Mesa County Commissioner Janet Rowland is ecstatic to visit the Clifton Community Campus worksite and take you along to see all of the progress.

The Clifton Community Campus, opening to the public in 2024, will house an early childhood education center, training center, and community center.