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On Dec. 9, 2025, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted a thorough and strategically aligned budget for the fiscal year 2026, highlighting a substantial investment in excellent services, infrastructure, and long-term financial health.

Fees for obtaining birth and death certificates in Mesa County will increase on January 1, 2026.

As the year wraps up and the holiday cheer kicks in, it’s the perfect time to stay informed about what’s happening in your County government. Here are all the ways you can stay connected with Mesa County — like a neatly wrapped gift of Mesa County news delivered right to you!

A public assistance fraud case investigated by Mesa County Department of Human Services (MCDHS) and referred to the District Attorney’s Office has concluded with guilty pleas and a significant restitution order.

On Nov. 25 at the administrative public hearing, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved the final 2025 budget amendment for this year, authorizing additional revenues and expenditures before the 2026 budget adoption at the Dec. 9 public hearing. Amendments to the budget include recognizing new revenues and authorizing appropriations based on new information.

This Thanksgiving, the Lighthouse Program was able to gather donations from the Fruita Stake of the Church of Latter Day Saints to give back to the community. On Nov. 26, 2025, the Lighthouse Program gave away 40 full Thanksgiving dinners — including turkeys, sides and desserts to families in need.