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On Friday, Jan. 17, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet shared the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) announcement of up to $152 million in federal funding for 17 projects in Colorado to combat the Colorado River crisis, increase drought resiliency, and restore habitats. The federal funding comes from the Inflation Reduction Act, which included $4 billion to mitigate the impacts of drought, including activities to support environmental benefits and promote ecosystem and habitat restoration. Several projects that will use this funding directly impact Mesa County to address drought and preserve our water.

Our Public Works Division and the project contractor will host a public meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Mesa County Central Services, 200 S. Spruce St., in the Main Conference Room, to answer questions about the Rosevale Road flood reduction project for residents in the affected area. Please enter the meeting through the east entrance of the building.

On Friday, Jan. 17, the Bureau of Reclamation announced $388.3 million in funding awards including $40 million for the Shoshone Water Rights Preservation project. This investment supports efforts of the Colorado River District, the state of Colorado and a coalition of West Slope governments and water users to secure Western Colorado’s top water priority: the permanent protection of the water rights associated with the Shoshone Power Plant in Glenwood Canyon.

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who showed us the power of peaceful action in the fight for justice and equality. Let this day inspire us to stand up for what’s right and serve our community with kindness and purpose.

Mesa County Behavioral Health was established in 2023 to bridge a critical gap in the
community by connecting individuals struggling with addiction or mental health challenges to the
services they need. Our dedicated team of behavioral health professionals provides
personalized guidance to individuals needing mental health support, ensuring that each person is matched with the right support in our community.

With a collective voice including business leaders, community leaders and the Workforce Center, we have joined efforts to bring solutions, resources and education to local business owners and leaders.