Public Works 2024 Budget
Mission Statement and Description
Public Works is made up of six principal divisions whose collective mission is to provide professional, administrative, and technical support to the divisions and citizens of Mesa County for physical improvements. The six divisions include Engineering, Noxious Weed & Pest Administration, Road & Bridge, Stormwater, Traffic, and Solid Waste Management. Solid Waste Management is supported by a separate enterprise fund and has its own department page which you can view here. Public Works also includes a small administrative unit and manages the Transportation Impact and Rural Community Services funds.
Engineering. To provide professional engineering and construction management services for the planning, design, and construction of the County's infrastructure and to serve, engage, and educate the community in stormwater pollution prevention and other regulatory issues. The Engineering Division directs and manages the transportation system improvements identified in Mesa County’s Capital Improvement Plan. Engineering staff design, review, and inspect roads, utilities, and stormwater infrastructure projects and serve as liaisons between the Department and other County agencies, citizens, consultants, advisory boards, and public officials. The division also supports other County departments and functions by performing surveys and reviewing and inspecting private development in the County.
Noxious Weed & Pest Administration. To protect the continued agricultural and ecological value of lands and water resources in Mesa County by eradicating and suppressing aggressively invasive, non-native weeds. The Noxious Weed & Pest Administration Division monitors noxious weed infestations, assists landowners with weed management, educates the public about the impacts of non-native pests and weeds, manages noxious weeds on Mesa County properties and rights-of-way, and enforces the Colorado Noxious Weed Act.
Road and Bridge. To provide industry and the motoring public with a road and bridge system which is protected, preserved, and maintained in order to maximize infrastructure life at a minimum long-term cost and to ensure a safe and efficient transportation system aligned with State statutes that regulate the certified road system. The Road and Bridge Division maintains and improves all County roads and transportation infrastructure, performs snow and ice removal, and provides street sweeping.
Stormwater. To reduce and prevent the discharge of pollutants into our waterways. The Stormwater Division educates the public on stormwater quality and pollution prevention, administers stormwater quality permits, monitors erosion and sediment control at construction sites, responds to spills and illegal dumping into the storm sewer system, and enforces the Colorado Discharge Permit System regulations on behalf of municipalities.
Traffic. To maintain the public investment in existing traffic control infrastructure and to identify and implement strategies for reducing traffic crashes, improving the flow of traffic, and improving customer experience for all road users. The Traffic Division uses traffic accident data to develop measures that improve traffic safety and reviews designs for transportation system improvement projects in the Capital Improvement Plan. The division also maintains traffic signs, signals, and road striping.
2024 Goals, Objectives, and Performance Indicators
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Implement and administer transportation projects in the Capital Improvement Plan within the contracted amount and schedule.
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Implement an asset management program to optimize Mesa County's transportation, stormwater, and sanitary sewer assets.
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Promote prevention, early detection, and early treatment of noxious weeds in order to preserve agricultural production, recreational open space, the natural environment, and urban and rural landscapes.
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Maintain paved, gravel, and native-material roads with the most cost-effective products and maintenance practices.
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Ensure compliance on active construction sites with County and/or State stormwater permits by conducting routine inspections on permitted projects within 45 days.
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Maintain the daytime and nighttime visibility of roadway markings and the condition of traffic signs that do not meet minimum Federal Highway Administration standards.
| Indicator | 2022 Actual | 2023 Projected | 2024 Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noxious Weed and Pest: Acres treated for List A and B weed infestation | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Stormwater: Share of inspections performed timely on permitted projects | 99.9% | 99.9% | 100% |
| Traffic: Maintain condition of roadways through overlay (miles) | 103,478 | 60,278 | 100,000 |
| Traffic: Maintain condition of roadway through rehabilitation (miles) | 34,000 | 33,000 | 58,000 |
| Engineering: Complete corridor improvements on all two-lane roadways | 2,300 | 1,150 | 3,050 |
| Engineering: Maintain visibility of roadway markings through striping replacement (miles) | 317 | 305 | 400 |
| Engineering: Maintain visibility of roadway markings through sign replacement (miles) | 1,171 | 2,500 | 1,600 |
| Road and Bridge: Reduce the amount of incidence from staff by 50% | 0% | 50% | 50% |
| Road and Bridge: Reduce the noxious and nuisance weeds as part of general maintenance | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Budget and Staffing
Total Budget
| Fiscal Year | Expenses | Revenues |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Actual | $27,843,426 | $16,249,219 |
| 2019 Actual | $21,992,791 | $14,997,439 |
| 2020 Actual | $22,315,986 | $12,226,666 |
| 2021 Actual | $24,895,087 | $12,733,398 |
| 2022 Actual | $26,687,631 | $12,905,513 |
| 2023 Actual | $24,038,418 | $11,214,171 |
| 2024 Adjusted Budget | $39,419,911 | $14,324,974 |
| 2024 Adopted Budget | $38,655,602 | $14,324,974 |
| 2025 Proposed Budget | $33,576,635 | $13,205,815 |
Total Budget by Fund
| Fiscal Year | Capital Expenditures Fund | Road and Bridge Fund | Transportation Impact Fund | Stormwater Fund | General Fund | Rural Community Services Fund |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Actual | $18,322,757 | $8,860,876 | $5,000,000 | 0 | $875,000 | $723000 |
| 2019 Actual | $12,423,674 | $9,157,602 | $2,550,000 | 0 | $8,935,000 | $6717000 |
| 2020 Actual | $13,557,648 | $8,315,890 | $1,500,000 | $11,182,000 | $9,384,000 | $8679000 |
| 2021 Actual | $15,788,563 | $8,743,432 | $1,382,000 | $16,848,000 | $8,071,000 | $10009000 |
| 2022 Actual | $16,246,720 | $9,180,396 | $82,118,000 | $23,869,000 | $9,203,000 | $10861000 |
| 2023 Actual | $10,851,812 | $11,769,461 | $2,500,000 | $68,958,000 | $35,469,000 | $12288000 |
| 2024 Adjusted Budget | $25,266,460 | $12,266,964 | $6,316,000 | $73,949,000 | $39,850,000 | $11534000 |
| 2024 Adopted Budget | $25,274,105 | $11,763,704 | $3,600,000 | $74,272,000 | $39,913,000 | $11594000 |
| 2025 Proposed Budget | $20,107,792 | $11,865,629 | $4,000,000 | $64,942,000 | $38,353,000 | $17027000 |
Total Budget by Division
| Fiscal Year | Engineering | Road and Bridge | Traffic | Transportation Impact Fund | Stormwater | Noxious Weed and Pest Management | Public Works Administration | Rural Community Services |
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| 2018 Actual | $20,086,847 | $6,146,161 | $907,120 | $5,000,000 | 0 | $875,000 | $4,351,000 | $723,000 |
| 2019 Actual | $13,440,541 | $6,751,568 | $1,260,007 | $2,550,000 | 0 | $8,935,000 | $12,916,000 | $6,717,000 |
| 2020 Actual | $14,360,458 | $6,395,826 | $1,050,660 | $1,500,000 | $11,182,000 | $9,384,000 | $6,659,000 | $8,679,000 |
| 2021 Actual | $16,837,569 | $6,520,912 | $1,077,832 | $1,382,000 | $16,848,000 | $8,071,000 | $9,568,000 | $10,009,000 |
| 2022 Actual | $17,294,546 | $6,500,113 | $1,185,201 | $82,118,000 | $23,869,000 | $9,203,000 | $4,472,600 | $10,861,000 |
| 2023 Actual | $13,768,170 | $7,045,596 | $1,245,927 | $2,500,000 | $68,958,000 | $35,469,000 | $5,615,800 | $12,288,000 |
| 2024 Adjusted Budget | $27,909,831 | $8,010,921 | $1,405,159 | $63,316,000 | $73,972,000 | $44,950,000 | $15,652,000 | $11,534,000 |
| 2024 Adopted Budget | $27,569,236 | $7,843,513 | $1,417,547 | $3,600,000 | $74,272,000 | $45,013,000 | $15,652,000 | $11,594,000 |
| 2025 Proposed Budget | $21,281,784 | $9,123,238 | $1,423,063 | $4,000,000 | $64,942,000 | $38,353,000 | $14,534,000 | $17,027,000 |
Authorized Staffing Level
| 2022 Final | 2023 Amended | 2024 Adopted | |
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| Road and Bridge | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| Engineering | 17 | 18 | 18 |
| Traffic | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Rural Community Services | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| Administration | 3 | 3 | 3 |