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This year, the Mesa County Commissioners have traveled throughout the county, collaborating on town halls with different city and town leaders — listening to residents to help problem-solve challenges they may be facing in their communities, providing updates on what our local governments are working on and fostering open communication between residents and local leaders.

Thousands of tax notices are returned to Mesa County as undeliverable every year. That means many residents could miss important deadlines​​ or face penalties​ simply because their mailing address wasn’t updated.

Grand Valley Connects is celebrating its third anniversary this month. This Mesa County Public Health program helps residents access essential resources and support services.

The Board of ​Mesa County Commissioners has voted to join the West Slope Colorado Oil and Gas Association (WSCOGA) as a co-plaintiff in a lawsuit challenging recent revisions to Colorado’s air quality regulations. The lawsuit contests the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission's (AQCC) Feb​. 14 enactment of new greenhouse gas rules, which could force the closure of local energy facilities.

Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) has been made aware of a recall from Lyons Magnus involving frozen supplemental shakes.

Beginning May 19, 2025, Mesa County, in partnership with WD Yards, Inc., will begin Japanese beetle eradication treatment on properties within the hot zone. The treatment includes application of Acelepryn (Chlorantraniliprole), a pesticide that is considered safe for humans, pets, pollinators and birds while effectively targeting Japanese beetles in the grub stage.