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Communications & Engagement Department
The City's Communications & Engagement Department provides communications support for City Council, the City Manager, and all City departments.
The Communications & Engagement Department provides strategic communications planning to inform, consult, involve, collaborate, and empower internal and external stakeholders, including community members. The department manages multiple channels, including the City website and social media accounts, to keep the public informed on City news and programs.
If you have a question or need information about the City of Grand Junction, please call 970-244-1507 or send Communications & Engagement an email.
Members of the media on deadline can call 970-985-8180.
Website & Social Media
The City of Grand Junction engages customers through many digital outlets. Communicating with the City through the website, mobile app, and social media further enables customers to contact the City of Grand Junction in a direct and meaningful way.
Please follow the City of Grand Junction on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, NextDoor, and LinkedIn. A full list of our social media pages is available online.
Issues with the website or social media should be directed towards 970-244-1507 or the Communications & Engagement email.
Public Engagement
Fostering public involvement and engagement is a key priority for the City of Grand Junction. Public participation in government processes is an essential way for the city to convey important information, open avenues of communication with stakeholders, and promote a transparent, equitable form of government.
Upcoming Public Engagement Events
To receive notifications on upcoming City events, subscribe to City Events on Notify Me and check out the City Events Calendar.
Coffee with the City Manager
Join City Manager Greg Caton each month for a conversation on current City projects and plans and ask any questions that come to mind. Check the City's calendar each month to find out where to meet the City Manager.
Contact the Communications & Engagement Department with any questions by calling 907-244-1507 or emailing communications@gjcity.org.
Online Engagement
The City utilizes a variety of methods to engage with community members online, including social media and engagement platforms such as GJSpeaks. Community members are also able to provide comments and feedback to City staff via email. See a full directory of City staff.
GJSpeaks
Participate in the City of Grand Junction government online at GJSpeaks! Review timelines and documents, subscribe for updates, and provide your comments online on a variety of City projects and plans. Additionally, community members can provide comments on upcoming Planning Commission public hearing items.
Notify Me
To stay up to date on a variety of calendar events, public safety alerts, and City news, subscribe to Notify Me. For assistance in subscribing or for more information, contact communications@gjcity.org.
Hybrid Public Hearings
The Grand Junction City Council holds public hearings in a hybrid setting, allowing community members to participate virtually or in person at City Hall. More information and details on how to participate can be found at Public Participation for Hybrid Meetings.
Contact Us
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Sara Spaulding, APR
Communications & Engagement DirectorPhone: 970-244-1507
Press Releases
- City Hosts Public Forum Focused on Orchard Mesa Recreation Facility (PDF)
- Grand Junction Offers Guidance for Weed Control
- Grand Junction Regional Water Efficiency Plan (PDF)
- Grand Junction Open Applications for Ebike Ownership Program May 23 2023
- City Hosts Open House to Gather Input on Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan (PDF)
- Grand Junction Forms Steering Committee focused on Sustainability (PDF)
- City Begins Micromobility Pilot (PDF)
- City Hosts Housing Book Club Meetings for the Summer of 2023 (PDF)
- Grand Junction Call For Artists - Westlake Skate Park Mural (PDF)
- City Hosts Get to Know Your City Event May 2023 (PDF)
- City Opens New Playground at Dos Rios Park (PDF)
- City Closes Portion of Riverfront Trail Westbound at Redlands Parkway Underpass
- City Offers Safety Cautions for Use of River Park at Las Colonias This Spring (PDF)
- City Hosts Seasonal Hiring Event (PDF)
- City of GJ Fireworks Plan for 2023 (PDF)
- Riverside Parkway Tree Plantings Causes Partial Lane Closure (PDF)
- Southwest Arbor Fest (PDF)
- City to Continue Park Maintenance with Closure of Whitman Park (PDF)
- Plans Move Forward for Grand Junction Community Recreation Center (PDF)
- City Joins with Team Pain on Skate Park (PDF)
- GJ Receives Recognition as Tree City USA (PDF)
- Grand Junction Celebrates Arbor Fest with Tree Seedling Delivery Program (PDF)
- City Hydrant Testing Program Begins Monday, April 17, 2023 (PDF)
- Grand Junction Starts Construction of New Tennis Courts (PDF)
- City to Reopen Blue Heron Boat Ramp (PDF)
- City Council Approves Land Acquisition Program (PDF)
- Grand Junction Acts to Support Urban Trees (PDF)
- City Council Approves ADU Production Program (PDF)
- Goats Get Back to Work in Grand Junction (PDF)
- City Collaboration Improves Disc Golf at Watson Island(PDF)
- City Schedules Randomized Selection for Cannabis Licenses for March 30 (PDF)
- City Receives Safer Streets Grant for Parks Improvements (PDF)
- City Hosts Spring Clean Up (PDF)
- City Waives Parking Ticket Late Fees Until April 7 2023 (PDF)
- Improvements to 24 Road and G Road Continue with Closure of G Road on March 7 and 8 (PDF)
- City Hosts ADU Workshop for Community Members (PDF)
- Grand Junction Breaks Ground on Pickleball Courts at Lincoln Park (PDF)
- Grand Junction Adult Softball Kicks off with Tournament on March 11 and 12 (PDF)
- Grand Junction Summer Camp Registration Opens (PDF)
- City Now Offers Renew Active and Silversneakers Programs for Seniors (PDF)
- Sculpture to be Installed at Redlands Parkway (PDF)
- Arts and Culture Commission Hosts Art Beat Contest for Grand Junction Youth (PDF)
- City Begins Randomized Selection for Cannabis Licenses (PDF)
- City Hosts Housing Book Club Meetings (PDF)
- City Forestry Division Hosts Community Meeting (PDF)
- City Begins Phase 3 of Pedestrian and Bike Plan (PDF)
- Nomination Process Opens for Grand Junction City Council Positions: Live Dec. 30 (PDF).
- City of Grand Junction Announces Finalists in National Search for Chief of Police (PDF)
- CRC Ballot Proposal Headed to April Ballot 12-23-2022. (PDF)
- Grand Junction Completes Phase 1 of the Pedestrian and Bike Master Plan
- City Zoning and Development Code Module 3 Draft Available for Community Input
- Orchard Mesa Pool Boiler Repairs Continue 12 15 22
- City Celebrates New Child Care Facility With A Ribbon Cutting (PDF)
- City Updates on Transportation Expansion Network (PDF)
- City Begins Waterline Replacement (PDF)
- City Provides an Update on Cannabis Licensing Process (PDF)
- City Conducts Satisfaction Survey To Gather Input About City Services (PDF)
- Orchard Mesa Pool Closed Due to Repairs 11 14 22 (PDF)
- City Begins Tennis and Pickleball Expansion Project with Groundbreaking Ceremony at Canyon View (PDF)
- City Response to Storm Tree Damage (PDF)
- New City Smart Water Meters Help Customers Better Manage Usage (PDF)
- Eagle Rim Skate Park to Close November 1-4, 2022 (PDF)
- City Begins Holiday Light Installation (PDF)
- City Zoning and Development Code Module 2 Draft Available for Community Input (PDF)
- City Receives Columbine Award for the River Park at Las Colonias (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Receives Fire Mitigation Grant (PDF)
- Improvements to Tennis and Pickleball Courts Planned for Canyon View and Lincoln Parks (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Opens Applications for Chief of Police (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Plans Improvements to Riverside Parkway Medians (PDF)
- City Offers Easy Ways to Report Potholes (PDF)
- City Wins Innovative Partnership and Collaborations Award from APA (PDF)
- Dog Park at Las Colonias Closes for Season (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Hosts Get to Know Your City Event (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Launches National Search for Chief of Police (PDF)
- Goats Get to Work in Grand Junction (PDF)
- City Begins Annual Leaf Removal Program for Residents on October 10 (PDF)
- Portion of Riverfront Trail Closes for Asphalt Replacement (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Hosts Celebration at Dos Rios (PDF)
- City Council Approves Graywater Control Program Ordinance (PDF)
- Visit Grand Junction Receives State Tourism Award (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Acts Quickly to Support Urban Trees (PDF)
- Deputy Chief Matt Smith Appointed New Interim Chief for Grand Junction Police Department (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Public Works Department Improves Roadways with Comprehensive Maintenance Program (PDF)
- ARPA Committee Begins Review of Funding Applications to Address Affordable Housing, Homelessness, And Mental/Behavioral Health (PDF)
- Grand Junction Is Celebrated by Red Bull As a “Hidden Gem” (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Closes Riverside Parkway for Landscape Renovations on Sunday, September 11 (PDF)
- City Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Canyon View Park (PDF)
- City Launches Dual Stream Recycling Program (PDF)
- City Begins Construction February 6 on 24 Road and G Road (PDF)
- City Opens Block Grants for Non Profit Organizations (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction, School District 51 and Mesa County Make Progress on Agreement Regarding Orchard Mesa Pool (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Host Citywide Hiring Event for Seasonal Jobs (PDF)
- Canyon View Tennis Lights Complete (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Selects Matt Smith as New Chief of Police (PDF)
- Orchard Mesa Pool Set to Reopen (PDF)
- GJ Parks and Recreation 2023 Winter Spring Activity Guide is Now Available (PDF)
- City Celebrates Accomplishments in 2022 (PDF)
- New Art Exhibit 'Who We Are' Installed at Grand Junction City Hall (PDF)
- City of Grand Junction Hosts Candidate Reception in National Search for Chief of Police (PDF)
- City Launches Forestry Community Survey (pdf)