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In a public hearing held on April 9, the Mesa County Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the availability of $350,000 in grant opportunities through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program for the Community Investment Program. This funding, available from July 2024 to June 2025, aims to address a critical community need: eviction prevention.

In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Mesa County Board of Commissioners and county personnel planted a Pinwheel Garden at the old Mesa County Courthouse, 544 Rood Ave. The vibrant garden symbolizes hope and awareness, emphasizing Mesa County’s commitment to fostering a supportive environment for families, thereby preventing crises before they escalate.

Mesa County Public Libraries and Mesa County Public Health are excited to announce their collaboration to support residents in Mesa County when it comes to accessing resources in the community.

Today, April 9, is the Orchard Avenue Safety and Connectivity Project Open House! Join us from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Central High School library, 550 Warrior Way in Grand Junction, to learn more about the project, share your thoughts, and help us ensure Phase 1 of the project is the best fit for your neighborhood.

At the administrative public hearing on April 9, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved an $800,000 final payment to Mesa County Valley School District 51, the owner of the Orchard Mesa pool.

Mesa County Department of Human Services is pleased to announce the hiring of Heather Nara as its new Workforce Center director. Executive director Jill Calvert had been serving as the interim director of the Workforce Center since September 2023.