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Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of August 2, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Waterline Replacement Project Phase 1

1. Chipeta Avenue from 7th Street to 12th Street
2. White Avenue from 9th Street to 12th Street
   • Construction will start Wednesday July 7
   • Both streets will be closed to thr...

Public Engagement for Proposed Zip Line at Las Colonias & Eagle Rim Parks

Bonsai Design is working with the City of Grand Junction to construct a zip line from Eagle Rim Park in Orchard Mesa across the river to Las Colonias Park in lower downtown Grand Junction. The project team is currently in the planning stage and continues ...

Join Us for a Community Meeting!

The City of Grand Junction invites residents to attend a Community Meeting in your neighborhood. These meetings are an opportunity for citizens to learn more about current projects and plans of the City. Representatives from various City departments will ...

G Road Waterline Installation Project

The City of Grand Junction will begin installation of a new waterline along G Road starting Wednesday, July 28. This waterline work is part of the larger G Road Bridge Replacement Project that is being paid for by 2019 Ballot Initiative 2A. &...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of July 26, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Waterline Replacement Project Phase 1

1. Chipeta Avenue from 7th Street to 12th Street
2. White Avenue from 9th Street to 12th Street
   • Construction will start Wednesday July 7
   • Both streets will be closed to thr...

2022 Annual Budget Learning Sessions

The City of Grand Junction is hosting two community learning sessions for the 2022 Annual Budget. Residents have two opportunities to learn about the budget process:

• Virtually on July 28, 2021 at noon. Residents can register for the GoToMeeting webinar&...

BioCNG Storage & Automation Expansion Project Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The City of Grand Junction invites the public to attend a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the BioCNG Storage and Automation Project on Thursday, July 29 at 11 a.m. The event will take place at the CNG filling station, located on the north en...

City Council Preview for the Week of 7/19/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are open to in-person participation by the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the &...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of July 19, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Waterline Replacement Project Phase 1

1. Chipeta Avenue from 7th Street to 12th Street
2. White Avenue from 9th Street to 12th Street
   • Construction will start Wednesday July 7
   • Both streets will be closed to thr...

Lincoln Park Fireworks Community Meeting

The City of Grand Junction is asking for community input regarding the future of firework shows at Lincoln Park. Residents are encouraged to take a short survey located at gjpr.org/fireworksurvey to help the city understand the general community opinion o...

City Responds to Threats to the Urban Tree Canopy

The City is mobilizing efforts to address threats to the trees in public rights-of-way and other public areas. Increasing pressure from insects and drought is causing severe stress on our tree canopy. To combat these threats, the city is taking proactive ...

City of Grand Junction Seeking Advisory Committee Members for the American Rescue Plan

The City of Grand Junction is beginning the process of determining how to utilize the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) allocated to the City by the U.S. Treasury, as established in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). These funds to states, c...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of July 12, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Waterline Replacement Project Phase 1

• Chipeta Avenue from 7th Street to 12th Street
• White Avenue from 9th Street to 12th Street
  • Construction will start Wednesday July 7
  • Both streets will be closed to thr...

Shadow Lake Fish Relocation

The City of Grand Junction Water Department will temporarily drain Shadow Lake (also known as Gardner Lake) this winter in order to replace the outlet valve and perform other required maintenance.  Shadow Lake is located along Ridges Blvd. and Ma...

Hangin' with Herman

Join City of Grand Junction Councilmember Abe Herman for a community discussion to talk about issues important to you. The meeting is an informal come-and-go setting and does not require an RSVP.

This event will take place at Roasted Espresso & Subs (5...

City Council Preview for the Week of 7/5/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the  City Council M...

Coffee with Chuck

Join City of Grand Junction Mayor Chuck McDaniel for a community discussion to talk about issues important to you. The meeting is an informal come-and-go setting and does not require an RSVP.

This event will take place at Kiln Coffee Bar (326 Main St) on W...

Carson Lake Dam Rehabilitation

Carson Lake (also known as Hogchute Reservoir) is part of the City of Grand Junction’s water supply network. The Carson Lake Dam was reclassified as a High Hazard Dam in 2015 due to development occurring in the lower Kannah Creek basin. Construc...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of July 6, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions   

Waterline Replacement Project Phase 1:

1. Chipeta Avenue from 7th Street to 12th Street

2. White Avenue from 9th Street to 12th Street

• Construction will start Wednesday July 7
• Both s...

City Council Preview for the Week of 6/28/2021

In an effort to increase transparency and accessibility to the public, tonight’s City Council Workshop will be held at the Grand Junction Fire Department Training Room, located at 625 Ute Ave. Residents wishing to view tonight'...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of June 28, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions   

31 Road and D Road - Bridge Repair Project   

• D Road will be closed just east of 31 Road
• Detour route will be in place
• Anticipated completion - Early July

Annual Ci...

2022 Annual Budget Non-Profit Funding

Support of community non-profit organizations is a long-standing commitment of the Grand Junction City Council. As the City of Grand Junction begins development of the 2022 Annual Budget, non-profit organizations are invited to apply for funding. Applicat...

City Services and Office Schedule for the 4th of July

City of Grand Junction administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no trash collection on July 5. As a result, collection will be one day late for the remainder of the week.  For the...

City of Grand Junction Neighborhood Programs

Block Party Trailer

The City of Grand Junction’s Block Party Trailer is again available to be reserved for 2021 events. The trailer is outfitted with tables, chairs, lawn games and miscellaneous items to help you with your gathering needs. To learn more ab...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of June 21, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions   

31 Road and D Road - Bridge Repair Project   

• D Road will be closed just east of 31 Road
• Detour route will be in place
• Anticipated completion - Early July

Annual Ci...

Take Part in Art

Residents are invited to join the City of Grand Junction at the Take Part in Art event on Saturday, June 19, held outside of the Lincoln Park Barn, 910 N. 12th St. from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

This free event is hosted by the Grand Junction Commission on Ar...

City Council Preview for the Week of 6/14/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the  City Council M...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of June 14, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions    

31 Road and D Road - Bridge Repair Project   

• Starting Monday, June 21 D Road will be closed just east of 31 Road
• Detour route will be in place
• Anticipated comple...

2021 Street Maintenance Projects

One of the core functions of the City is to maintain its street infrastructure. 

The City of Grand Junction’s Street Maintenance Program has the goal of improving the condition of our roads and streets. From 2017 through 2022, over $33 m...

Fireworks Update

The City of Grand Junction would like to provide the community with an update regarding fireworks displays at the Lincoln Park stadium. The City, along with its many community partners understand that the park is adjacent to quiet residential neighborhood...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of June 7, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

NO PROJECTS TO REPORT

Non-City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions  

1st Street & Grand Avenue Improvement Project - CDOT...

City Council Preview for the Week of 5/31/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the meeting. Please specify ...

Sherwood Park Ribbon Cutting Celebration

The City of Grand Junction invites the community to join us in celebrating improvements made to Sherwood Park on Thursday, June 3 at 4:00 p.m. After the ceremony, participate in a free fitness circuit to learn how to use the new fitness equipment around t...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of June 1, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

NO PROJECTS TO REPORT

Non-City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions  

1st Street & Grand Avenue Improvement Project - CDOT...

Las Colonias River Park Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration

The City of Grand Junction invites the community to a ribbon cutting ceremony for the River Park at Las Colonias on Thursday, May 27. The ceremony will start at 4:00 p.m. at the Mariposa shelter just south of the Butterfly Pond. After the ceremony, commun...

City Council Preview for the Week of 5/24/2021

The purpose of the Workshop is to facilitate City Council discussion through analyzing information, studying issues, and clarifying problems. The less formal setting of the Workshop promotes conversation regarding items and topics that may be considered a...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of May 24, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

NO PROJECTS TO REPORT

Non-City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions  

1st Street & Grand Avenue Improvement Project - CDOT...

Lawsuit Addressed by City

The City was recently sued by the Grand Junction Peace Officers Association/Grand Junction Police Officer’s FOP Lodge 68.  The Peace Officers’ Association is an unrecognized labor organization within the Grand Junction Police Department that file...

City Services Schedule and Office Closures for Memorial Day

City of Grand Junction administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no City trash pick up on Monday and the schedule will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. The recycling drop off cent...

Public Engagement for Marijuana Business Licensing and Regulations

The City of Grand Junction is asking for resident input about marijuana businesses. 

The results of the April election were to tax and regulate marijuana. Over the coming weeks and months, staff will be working with the City’s appointed and electe...

City Council Preview for the Week of 5/17/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the meeting. Please specify ...

Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool Opens for the Season on May 22

The Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department is preparing to open the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool for the 2021 summer season on Saturday, May 22. The pool will open earlier than it did last year, and Parks & Recreation staff are busy preparing for...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of May 17, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• The section of the Colorado riverfront trail between Fairview Avenue (within the Riversi...

City Water Conservation Efforts

The City of Grand Junction is committed to conserving one of our most precious natural resources – water. During a regular meeting of City Council, councilmembers proclaimed May 2-8 Drinking Water Week in the City of Grand Junction. Our citizens are calle...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of May 10, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• The section of the Colorado riverfront trail between Fairview Avenue (within the Riversi...

New President of the Council and President Pro Tem Selected

During the regular City Council meeting on the evening of May 5, 2021, a new President of the Council and President Pro Tem of the Council were selected by the members of City Council. These positions are commonly referred to as Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.

Fo...

Spend the Summer with Grand Junction Parks & Recreation

The Grand Junction Parks & Recreation 2021 Summer Activity Guide is now available and registration for summer programming is open. The guide includes the most up-to-date information on parks and recreation services and programs including summ...

City Council Preview for the Week of 5/3/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the meeting. Please specify ...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for April 30, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus and to protect the public, employees are encouraged to wear masks and monitor symptoms daily.

Following several weeks of declining positive cases,...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of May 3, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• The section of the Colorado riverfront trail between Fairview Avenue (within the Riversi...

Weed Abatement Public Notice

Crews will begin work on the City of Grand Junction’s weed abatement program on May 1st. The program enforces maintenance of weeds in public rights-of-way between the property line and the street or curb. Enforcement keeps seasonal weed growth manageable....

Spring Cleanup by the Numbers

Since the early 1900’s the City of Grand Junction has conducted an annual cleanup program to help residents get rid of yard waste and unusable household items. It is the City’s most popular residential program.

This year’s Spr...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for April 23, 2021

The City of Grand Junction had one employee test positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus and to protect the public, employees are encouraged to wear masks and monitor symptoms daily.

The Visitor Center will reopen on May 3.&n...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of April 26, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• River Front Trail within the Riverside neighborhood will remain closed until May 24, ple...

Updated Riverfront Trail Closure & Detour

The City of Grand Junction and its contractor are revising the temporary closure that is currently in effect for the Colorado Riverfront Trail. Effective immediately, the west-end closure located at the intersection of Fairview Avenue and the riverfront t...

Input Wanted for Strategic Cultural Plan

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture is looking for community members to partake in the process of updating the Strategic Cultural Plan of the Grand Valley. Please join us at the first meeting on Thursday, April 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m....

Spring Hydrant Flushing Begins April 20

As part of a program that began in 1993 to assure the highest quality drinking water, the City of Grand Junction Water Services Division will begin spring hydrant flushing on Tuesday, April 20. The complete process will take approximately three weeks.

Ther...

City Council Preview for the Week of 4/19/2021

City of Grand Junction City Council meetings are now open to the public. Residents still have options for participating in meetings virtually:

1) Call 244-1504 and leave a voicemail message for Council before noon on the day of the meeting. Please specify ...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for April 16, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of April 19, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

NOTHING TO REPORT THIS WEEK

Non-City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

1st Street Between North Avenue and G...

Grand Junction Arbor Day Seedling Delivery

***Due to the community's overwhelming demand, we are all out of seedlings for 2021! 

The City of Grand Junction is celebrating Arbor Day with the return of its tree seedling delivery program. Beginning 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 13th, ...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for April 9, 2021

The City of Grand Junction had one employee test positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went in...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of April 12, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions         

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• River Front Trail will be closed until early April, 
• Follow well-mar...

Passage of Ballot Items 2A & 2B

Following voter approval of questions 2A and 2B, City staff will be working with the City’s appointed and elected officials to develop the next steps regarding marijuana licensing and permitting of marijuana-related businesses. The City anticipates local ...

City Council Preview for the Week of 4/5/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Council Meetings remain closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junction ...

City Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting

The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has again been awarded to the City of Grand Junction by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. ...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for April 2, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of April 5, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions         

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• River Front Trail will be closed until early April, 
• Users follow a ...

City Election Day is Just Around the Corner!

The City of Grand Junction Election Day is just around the corner! In order to ensure your ballot is counted, it must be received by the Mesa County Elections Division by 7:00 P.M. on Election Day, April 6. Postmarks do not count as a received date.

Ballot...

City Spring Clean-Up Begins April 5

The City of Grand Junction’s annual Spring Clean-Up program begins the week of April 5. For residential properties inside City limits located north of North Avenue, pick-up starts Monday, April 5. Pick-up for properties inside City limits located south of...

Continuous Improvement to Urban Tree Canopy

The Forestry Division of the Parks & Recreation Department continues to improve the City’s urban tree canopy by removing unsafe trees and planting new trees in parks and rights-of-way. With increasing pressure from native pests, and the impending thre...

5th Street Interchange Landscape Renovation

The City of Grand Junction is in the process of renovating the landscaping on the interchange of the Riverside Parkway & 5th Street (US-50). This interchange serves as a gateway to Grand Junction and is the first landscaped feature that visitors and c...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for March 26, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of March 29, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions         

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• River Front Trail will be closed until early April, follow well-marked detou...

Veteran’s Memorial Park – City of Grand Junction and Mesa County Partnership

Grand Junction Parks & Recreation recently signed an intergovernmental agreement with Mesa County to provide athletic programming at Veteran’s Memorial Park located at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 Highway 50. 

This partnership will allow ...

Become a Trail Host with Grand Junction Parks & Recreation

Grand Junction Parks & Recreation is looking for volunteers to participate in our Trail Host program. As the temperatures start to warm up, parks and recreation sees an increase in trail usage, and more volunteers are needed to help keep the trails sa...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for March 19, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of March 22, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions         

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway is expected to reopen this we...

First Open Space Park in Grand Junction Now Open

The City of Grand Junction recently finished the development of the first open space park in Grand Junction. Kindred Reserve Open Space is located at 2064 S. Broadway next to the Tiara Rado Golf Course Driving Range. This park has a natural feel with 1.75...

City Service Updates for March 17, 2021

Mesa County recently moved to Blue: Caution following several weeks of declining cases of COVID-19 in Mesa County. The City of Grand Junction remains committed to providing services to the community and continues to modify services as appropriate in respo...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for March 12, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

City of Grand Junction Supports 2021 Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation

The City of Grand Junction announced its commitment to water conservation during a regular meeting of the City Council on March 17. Mayor Duke Wortmann, with the support of Council, is joining other mayors across the country in asking residents to make a ...

City Council Preview for the Week of 3/15/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Council Meetings remain closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junction ...

New Skate Park at Las Colonias

Grand Junction Parks & Recreation staff has installed a new skate park at Las Colonias Park. This new amenity located in the parking lot west of the Las Colonias dog parks and east of the amphitheater. The new skate park is designed for all ages and s...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of March 15, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground. Access to the bike pa...

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Passes Resolution in Support of 2A and 2B

**This release is issued on behalf of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB)**

Last week at the regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB), PRAB passed a resolution supporting the current ballot measures 2A and 2B. The reso...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of March 8, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions      

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike pa...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for March 5, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Parks & Recreation Receives Xcel Foundation Grant for Tree Planting

The City of Grand Junction has received a $4,000 grant from the Colorado Tree Coalition (CTC) for the funding of tree planting. These funds will go towards the focus of vacant planting spaces in public rights-of-way and parks that suffer from high numbers...

City Service Updates for March 3, 2021

Mesa County recently moved to Yellow: Concern following a couple weeks of declining cases of COVID-19 in Mesa County. The City of Grand Junction remains committed to providing services to the community and continues to modify services as appropriate in re...

City Council Preview for the Week of 3/1/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junction websit...

Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture Grants Awarded

Thanks to a $34,000 grant provided by The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture and the City of Grand Junction, cultural events will be available to the community again in 2021. Twelve local non-profit organizations received an art grant for cultu...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for February 26, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of March 1, 2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions 

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will r...

Riverfront Trail Closure & Detour

The City of Grand Junction and its contractor will begin improvements to the Colorado riverfront trail, between Hale Avenue within the Riverside Neighborhood, and South 7th Street, on the east side of the 5th Street/Hwy 50 overpass. The closure will begin...

Shadow Lake Fish Health

A number of deceased fish were recently noticed by residents in Shadow Lake in the Ridges subdivision. The first were noticed earlier this week when existing ice began to melt due to warm temperatures. 

Wintertime is a common cause of death for fi...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for February 19, 2021

No City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into eff...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 2/22/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions 

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will r...

City of Grand Junction Unveils New Mobile App

The City of Grand Junction has developed a mobile application for residents to stay engaged with their city. The app is available for iOS and Android devices. This follows the release of the City’s new website, gjcity.org, in lat...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for February 12, 2021

Seven City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into ...

City Council Preview for the Week of 2/15/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junction websit...

Start Planning for Summer with Parks & Recreation’s Summer Camp Program

Summer is right around the corner and Grand Junction Parks & Recreation is gearing up for the season with the Summer Camp Guide, now available online at gjpr.org/summercamps.

The guide provides all the information families need before Summer Camp regis...

Parks & Recreation Releases 2021 Spring Activity Guide

Grand Junction Parks & Recreation’s 2021 Spring Activity Guide will be released on March 1st. Parks & Recreation is thrilled to share this guide with residents as it more fully represents the entire system and includes exciting new projects the de...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 2/15/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions 

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will r...

2021 CDBG Program Year Applications Open

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) program that provides Federal dollars to our community.

As an entitlement community the City of Grand Junction has received a Federal allocation of CDBG fu...

Traffic Alert for 4th & Rood

Please use caution in the area of 4th & Rood. Crews are working to replace a signal conduit that was struck on Wednesday by a contractor. The signal at the intersection will remain operational, but all pedestrian crosswalk signals have been bagged to ...

City Offices Closed Monday in Observance of Presidents Day

City of Grand Junction offices will be closed on Monday, February 15th in observance of Presidents Day. City trash pickup as well as recycling pickup will be on the regular schedule all week. Essential services such as fire, police and utilities will cont...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for February 5, 2021

The City of Grand Junction had one employee test positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went in...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 2/8/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions 

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will r...

City Service Updates for February 4, 2021

The City of Grand Junction remains committed to providing services to the community and continues to modify services as appropriate in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The following changes to services will go into effect on February 4:

• Municipa...

City Partners on Housing Needs Survey

The City of Grand Junction – and our partners throughout the Grand Valley – want to understand the decisions people make when choosing where to live and work. The City is conducting a housing study to help City staff and other communit...

Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture Creative Writing Contest Underway

The 8th Annual Write On! creative writing contest is underway. Since 2012, the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture has read hundreds of written works of art from Grand Valley children with topics ranging from creativity, music, and public art.

Th...

City Council Preview for the Week of 2/1/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junction websit...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for January 29, 2021

The City of Grand Junction had one employee test positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went in...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 2/1/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions 

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) 

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will r...

Parks & Recreation Horticulture Division Saves by Growing Spring Flowers

The Horticulture Division of the Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department is currently growing 10,000 plants for use throughout the City during the upcoming planting season. These annuals and perennials highlight the unique growing climate in Gran...

City Council Candidates Announced

The next regular City Council election is April 6, 2021. Four City Council seats are up for election: District A, District D, District E, and one At-large seat. Candidates for City Council must have resided in the City, or for a district seat in their dis...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for January 22, 2021

Two City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To reduce the spread of the virus, employees monitor symptoms daily and track symptoms at the beginning of every working shift. The City developed a mask policy that went into ef...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 1/25/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21)

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during co...

Parks & Recreation Supervisor Ron Felt Retires After 45 Years

City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Supervisor Ron Felt will be retiring after 45 years of service on January 22nd. Ron’s career with the City started in 1976 as a seasonal maintenance worker. Ron worked seasonally for four seasons bef...

City Council Preview for the Week of 1/18/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junct...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for January 15, 2021

Five City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. These employees are currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. Any additional staff member who may have been exposed are also quarantining.

All City employees monito...

Shadow Lake Maintenance Scheduled for February

The City of Grand Junction Water Department will temporarily drain Shadow Lake (also known as Gardner Lake) starting the week of January 18th in order to perform maintenance to the outlet valve and catwalk structure.  Shadow Lake is located along...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 1/18/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

City Offices Closed Monday in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

City of Grand Junction offices will be closed on Monday, January 18th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 

City trash and GJCRI recycling pickup service will be on the regular schedule with no delay. Monday will also be a parking meter ...

City Partners with Powderhorn Mountain Resort on Snowmaking System

Thanks to a collaborative agreement with the City of Grand Junction, Powderhorn Mountain Resort celebrated opening day on December 3rd, ten days ahead of the 2019/2020 season. The installation of a new snowmaking system which draws water from the City&...

Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Master Plan Adopted by City Council

On Wednesday, January 6, Grand Junction City Council officially adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The PROS Master Plan will help guide decisions for the Parks & Recreation Department over the n...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for January 8, 2021

Seven City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. These employees are currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. Any additional staff member who may have been exposed are also quarantining.

All City employees monit...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 1/11/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

Riverfront Trail Closure

The City of Grand Junction and its contractor will begin improvements to the Colorado Riverfront trail, between Hale Avenue within the Riverside Neighborhood, and South 7th Street, on the east side of the 5th Street / HWY 50 overpass. The closure will beg...

Public Works Manager Darren Starr Retires After 36 Years

City of Grand Junction Public Works Manager Darren Starr will be retiring after 36 years of service with the organization on January 8. Darren started his career as a part-time employee in March, 1983, transitioning to full time the following year as a fi...

Funding for Cultural Events is Now Available

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture invites proposals from organizations to support local arts and cultural events, projects, and programs. Any non-profit organization or governmental/educational agency in the state of Colorado bringing thei...

City Council Preview for the Week of 1/4/2021

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junct...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 1/4/2021

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

City Responds to Sinkhole On 1st Street at White Ave

3:15 P.M. UPDATE: City Public Works crews have the new pipe installed and are backfilling right now.  Crews anticipate the intersection will be open by 6:00 p.m. this evening.

Thursday night, City Public Works and Streets staff assessed a...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 12/28/2020

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

Nomination Petitions for City Council Candidates Available December 30th

The next regular City Council election will take place Tuesday, April 6th, 2021.  There will be four seats up for election:  District A, District D, District E, and one At-large seat. Beginning December 30, 2020, nomination petitions for...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for December 18, 2020

Five City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. These employees are currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. Any additional staff member who may have been exposed are also quarantining.

All City employees monito...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 12/21/2020

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

City Hall and Service Schedules for the Holidays

City of Grand Junction administrative offices will be closed on Friday, December 25th, in observance of Christmas Day and Friday, January 1st, in observance of New Year’s Day.

There will be no City trash collection on December 25th or January 1st...

City Maintains High Grade Credit Rating

S&P Global Ratings has assigned a AA- long-term rating to the upcoming sale of $10.9 million series 2021 certificates of participation (COPs) by the City for the Lincoln Park Stadium. S&P also affirmed the AA long-term rating on the City'...

City Council Preview for the Week of 12/14/2020

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junct...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for December 11, 2020

Three City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. These employees are currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. Any additional staff member who may have been exposed are also quarantining.

All City employees monit...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 12/14/2020

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for December 4, 2020

Four City of Grand Junction employees tested positive for COVID-19 this week. These employees are currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. Any additional staff members who may have been exposed are also quarantining.

All City employees monit...

City Council Adopts 2021 Budget

During a regular meeting on December 2, City Council approved the 2021 Annual Budget. This action culminates a six-month process involving work from 11 departments, over 30 employees, and approximately 3,000 hours. 

The 2021 Adopted Budget has bee...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 12/7/2020

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

Parks & Recreation Utilizes Aquaponics to Grow Plants

The City’s urban tree canopy is growing, due in part to innovative methods which allow the City to grow trees in a more natural and cost effective manner. The Parks & Recreation Department uses an aquaponics system to grow a variety of plant...

Parking Voucher for 12 Days of Christmas in Downtown Grand Junction

Downtown Grand Junction kicked off the 12 Days of Christmas event on December 1st. Downtown Grand Junction invites folks to celebrate the season with socially distanced festivities, shopping, pop-up entertainment, and more! More information on the event c...

City Responds to Sanitary Sewer Spill

The City of Grand Junction is responding to a sanitary sewer spill that occurred on Wednesday, December 2. The spill occurred along Village Circle in the Redlands. 

The spill was first observed by a resident who saw overflow from two manhole cover...

Hale Avenue Closure

The City of Grand Junction and its contractor will begin replacing water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer within Hale Avenue. Hale Avenue, west of the intersection with Lawrence Avenue, will be closed starting Monday, December 7th. Work will take place Mon...

City Council Preview for the Week of 11/30/2020

NOTE: In an effort to support the health and safety of our residents, Grand Junction City Hall is currently closed to the public. Residents may view this week’s City Council Meeting on Cable channel 191 or live-stream via the City of Grand Junct...

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 11/30/20

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21) Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during ...

Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Master Plan Presentation

The City of Grand Junction invites the community to attend the Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Master Plan Draft Presentation. Due to the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic, the presentation will be held virtually via Zoom at 9:00 A.M. on Decemb...

Dixson Park Access Changes

Dixson Park, a small neighborhood park at 287 27 Road, may look different to community members who are accustomed to seeing the park used for sport program rentals and other community uses. The lease agreement that allowed the City of Grand Junction to us...

City Office and Service Schedules for Thanksgiving Holiday

City of Grand Junction offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

There will be no trash collection on Thanksgiving Day. Trash collection will be one day late for the re...

Holiday Grease Recycling Program

In conjunction with the Mesa County Landfill, the City of Grand Junction is offering a second location to properly dispose of holiday season cooking oil for re-use/reclaim.

Residents can drop off used cooking oil and grease in a recycle container located i...

Receive Notifications for City News on gjcity.org

On Thursday, November 19th, the City of Grand Junction launched its newly designed website, www.gjcity.org. A new feature users will notice is a “Notify Me” section, located on the home page.

The Notify Me notification center allows use...

City Weekly COVID-19 Update for November 20, 2020

The City of Grand Junction became aware that a Public Works employee tested positive for COVID-19 this week. The employee is currently quarantining as part of the recovery process. An additional staff member who may have been exposed is also quarantining....

Projects Affecting Traffic for the Week of 11/23/20

City of Grand Junction Projects with Travel Restrictions

Riverfront at Dos Rios Phase 2 Project (8/17/20 to 6/17/21)

• Be aware of construction activities around the bicycle playground, access to the bike park from Riverside Parkway will remain open during co...

City of Grand Junction Launches New Website

Today, the City of Grand Junction officially launched its new website, www.gjcity.org in collaboration with CivicPlus, the website designer. The website reflects the look and feel of the natural environment of Grand Junction, while incorporating a host of...

City Sees Results from Street Maintenance Investments

The City of Grand Junction has invested $23 million in street maintenance since voters approved 2017 measure 2B. The City has used a variety of different street maintenance treatments based on the condition of roadway over the last four years.

Funding in 2...

Downtown Holiday Tree Lights Bring Cheer to Grand Junction

Stroll your way through Downtown Grand Junction and enjoy an abundance of holiday cheer with shimmering lights hanging throughout Main Street trees. This week, the City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department and the Downtown Grand Junction wi...