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Share Hello, I am one of the teachers in the Lincoln Park Barn. We have been gathering there for the past 7 years and our group varies from 12-30 students and we have over 50 students holding punch cards. This has become more than a yoga class, but a strong and connected community of people ranging in age from 50 to 85 years old. For many, this location is prime and the sanctuary the building offers, sacred. Did you know about all the gatherings held at this historic building? To me, it seems our eldering community is the least validated and they hold so much wisdom and strength among them. Please do not allow $$ to be the deciding factor in replacing this historic space with gym lockers. We all deserve more and better from our community. on Facebook Share Hello, I am one of the teachers in the Lincoln Park Barn. We have been gathering there for the past 7 years and our group varies from 12-30 students and we have over 50 students holding punch cards. This has become more than a yoga class, but a strong and connected community of people ranging in age from 50 to 85 years old. For many, this location is prime and the sanctuary the building offers, sacred. Did you know about all the gatherings held at this historic building? To me, it seems our eldering community is the least validated and they hold so much wisdom and strength among them. Please do not allow $$ to be the deciding factor in replacing this historic space with gym lockers. We all deserve more and better from our community. on Twitter Share Hello, I am one of the teachers in the Lincoln Park Barn. We have been gathering there for the past 7 years and our group varies from 12-30 students and we have over 50 students holding punch cards. This has become more than a yoga class, but a strong and connected community of people ranging in age from 50 to 85 years old. For many, this location is prime and the sanctuary the building offers, sacred. Did you know about all the gatherings held at this historic building? To me, it seems our eldering community is the least validated and they hold so much wisdom and strength among them. Please do not allow $$ to be the deciding factor in replacing this historic space with gym lockers. We all deserve more and better from our community. on Linkedin Email Hello, I am one of the teachers in the Lincoln Park Barn. We have been gathering there for the past 7 years and our group varies from 12-30 students and we have over 50 students holding punch cards. This has become more than a yoga class, but a strong and connected community of people ranging in age from 50 to 85 years old. For many, this location is prime and the sanctuary the building offers, sacred. Did you know about all the gatherings held at this historic building? To me, it seems our eldering community is the least validated and they hold so much wisdom and strength among them. Please do not allow $$ to be the deciding factor in replacing this historic space with gym lockers. We all deserve more and better from our community. link

Hello, I am one of the teachers in the Lincoln Park Barn. We have been gathering there for the past 7 years and our group varies from 12-30 students and we have over 50 students holding punch cards. This has become more than a yoga class, but a strong and connected community of people ranging in age from 50 to 85 years old. For many, this location is prime and the sanctuary the building offers, sacred. Did you know about all the gatherings held at this historic building? To me, it seems our eldering community is the least validated and they hold so much wisdom and strength among them. Please do not allow $$ to be the deciding factor in replacing this historic space with gym lockers. We all deserve more and better from our community.

Christine Moore asked 3 months ago

Thank you for your comment!
Council discussed next steps on the CMU-proposed football facility at the Lincoln Park Sports Complex at their workshop on Feb. 2. Staff will continue developing the proposal and return it to City Council for consideration at a future regular meeting (date to be determined). We are developing an additional Engage GJ page dedicated to the conversation regarding the CMU-proposed football facility. Stay tuned for further updates on this topic.
Share There are only 3 off-leash dog parks in the Valley- Fruita, Las Colonias and Canyon View. Currently, there isn't any safe place for dog owners who live east of 12th Street to play with their dogs off-leash. Are there any plans to provide a dog park in an area East of 28 Road..possibly off of Patterson near the new Recreation Center at Matchet? on Facebook Share There are only 3 off-leash dog parks in the Valley- Fruita, Las Colonias and Canyon View. Currently, there isn't any safe place for dog owners who live east of 12th Street to play with their dogs off-leash. Are there any plans to provide a dog park in an area East of 28 Road..possibly off of Patterson near the new Recreation Center at Matchet? on Twitter Share There are only 3 off-leash dog parks in the Valley- Fruita, Las Colonias and Canyon View. Currently, there isn't any safe place for dog owners who live east of 12th Street to play with their dogs off-leash. Are there any plans to provide a dog park in an area East of 28 Road..possibly off of Patterson near the new Recreation Center at Matchet? on Linkedin Email There are only 3 off-leash dog parks in the Valley- Fruita, Las Colonias and Canyon View. Currently, there isn't any safe place for dog owners who live east of 12th Street to play with their dogs off-leash. Are there any plans to provide a dog park in an area East of 28 Road..possibly off of Patterson near the new Recreation Center at Matchet? link

There are only 3 off-leash dog parks in the Valley- Fruita, Las Colonias and Canyon View. Currently, there isn't any safe place for dog owners who live east of 12th Street to play with their dogs off-leash. Are there any plans to provide a dog park in an area East of 28 Road..possibly off of Patterson near the new Recreation Center at Matchet?

ShariMac asked 21 days ago

Thanks for asking the question. Hearing from residents always helps us do our job better in serving the community. Yes, our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan (PROS Plan) has additional dog parks identified as a need. You are spot on that the center and eastern side are underserved in terms of dog parks. Canyon View and Las Colonias provide regional service, but they are not very convenient to those living on the east or center of GJ.
There are plans for a dog park at Columbine Park and at Matchett, per the PROS plan. Columbine is more likely to happen in the near term, as there is already infrastructure in place, such as irrigated turf, mature trees, and parking. Matchett does not have any infrastructure in the area planned in the 2014 Matchett Master Plan, so that will be a while and require substantially more funding.
If you are interested in getting more involved, there is a user group organization that we connect with related to dog parks, Western Slope Dog Park United. Paul is their current leader. They can be reached at westernslopedogpark@gmail.com.
Share Councilors: I am writing to ask that you adjust the 2026 budget by removing the $3,400 budgeted for the design of the 29 Road interchange. It seems that anytime you are asked about transparency you profess commitment to the word in the abstract. In this case, the city has failed its responsibility to provide complete disclosure of the discussions that have led up the budgeted line item. The fact that the electorate has defeated the 2024 proposal should cause you to provide a clear discussion of what has changed. During the 2024 campaign, there was no talk from the components of a need to do this study as a first step before asking for approval for the entire construction cost. Staff should explain the reason for allowing the camel’s note under the tent before providing citizens with a full project cost. Proponents of the interchange have discussed the possibility of some grant money might lower the local contribution to $400,000. The implied message is that we will not be able to et the grant money from the same or other sources if we don’t budget until the knowledge retained by staff is shared with the public. The intent of the 2024 motion to allow staff to proceed was clearly in the direction that no money should be spent until CDOT and FHWA recognized the need for the interchange and were willing to pay the lion’s share of the entire project. While there are vague verbal references indicating the state and feds may have changed their attitudes, no written evidence has been shared with council of the public to provide exactly what these agencies have changed. Please remove this item from the budget until all of staff’s knowledge is shared. Dennis Simpson on Facebook Share Councilors: I am writing to ask that you adjust the 2026 budget by removing the $3,400 budgeted for the design of the 29 Road interchange. It seems that anytime you are asked about transparency you profess commitment to the word in the abstract. In this case, the city has failed its responsibility to provide complete disclosure of the discussions that have led up the budgeted line item. The fact that the electorate has defeated the 2024 proposal should cause you to provide a clear discussion of what has changed. During the 2024 campaign, there was no talk from the components of a need to do this study as a first step before asking for approval for the entire construction cost. Staff should explain the reason for allowing the camel’s note under the tent before providing citizens with a full project cost. Proponents of the interchange have discussed the possibility of some grant money might lower the local contribution to $400,000. The implied message is that we will not be able to et the grant money from the same or other sources if we don’t budget until the knowledge retained by staff is shared with the public. The intent of the 2024 motion to allow staff to proceed was clearly in the direction that no money should be spent until CDOT and FHWA recognized the need for the interchange and were willing to pay the lion’s share of the entire project. While there are vague verbal references indicating the state and feds may have changed their attitudes, no written evidence has been shared with council of the public to provide exactly what these agencies have changed. Please remove this item from the budget until all of staff’s knowledge is shared. Dennis Simpson on Twitter Share Councilors: I am writing to ask that you adjust the 2026 budget by removing the $3,400 budgeted for the design of the 29 Road interchange. It seems that anytime you are asked about transparency you profess commitment to the word in the abstract. In this case, the city has failed its responsibility to provide complete disclosure of the discussions that have led up the budgeted line item. The fact that the electorate has defeated the 2024 proposal should cause you to provide a clear discussion of what has changed. During the 2024 campaign, there was no talk from the components of a need to do this study as a first step before asking for approval for the entire construction cost. Staff should explain the reason for allowing the camel’s note under the tent before providing citizens with a full project cost. Proponents of the interchange have discussed the possibility of some grant money might lower the local contribution to $400,000. The implied message is that we will not be able to et the grant money from the same or other sources if we don’t budget until the knowledge retained by staff is shared with the public. The intent of the 2024 motion to allow staff to proceed was clearly in the direction that no money should be spent until CDOT and FHWA recognized the need for the interchange and were willing to pay the lion’s share of the entire project. While there are vague verbal references indicating the state and feds may have changed their attitudes, no written evidence has been shared with council of the public to provide exactly what these agencies have changed. Please remove this item from the budget until all of staff’s knowledge is shared. Dennis Simpson on Linkedin Email Councilors: I am writing to ask that you adjust the 2026 budget by removing the $3,400 budgeted for the design of the 29 Road interchange. It seems that anytime you are asked about transparency you profess commitment to the word in the abstract. In this case, the city has failed its responsibility to provide complete disclosure of the discussions that have led up the budgeted line item. The fact that the electorate has defeated the 2024 proposal should cause you to provide a clear discussion of what has changed. During the 2024 campaign, there was no talk from the components of a need to do this study as a first step before asking for approval for the entire construction cost. Staff should explain the reason for allowing the camel’s note under the tent before providing citizens with a full project cost. Proponents of the interchange have discussed the possibility of some grant money might lower the local contribution to $400,000. The implied message is that we will not be able to et the grant money from the same or other sources if we don’t budget until the knowledge retained by staff is shared with the public. The intent of the 2024 motion to allow staff to proceed was clearly in the direction that no money should be spent until CDOT and FHWA recognized the need for the interchange and were willing to pay the lion’s share of the entire project. While there are vague verbal references indicating the state and feds may have changed their attitudes, no written evidence has been shared with council of the public to provide exactly what these agencies have changed. Please remove this item from the budget until all of staff’s knowledge is shared. Dennis Simpson link

Councilors: I am writing to ask that you adjust the 2026 budget by removing the $3,400 budgeted for the design of the 29 Road interchange. It seems that anytime you are asked about transparency you profess commitment to the word in the abstract. In this case, the city has failed its responsibility to provide complete disclosure of the discussions that have led up the budgeted line item. The fact that the electorate has defeated the 2024 proposal should cause you to provide a clear discussion of what has changed. During the 2024 campaign, there was no talk from the components of a need to do this study as a first step before asking for approval for the entire construction cost. Staff should explain the reason for allowing the camel’s note under the tent before providing citizens with a full project cost. Proponents of the interchange have discussed the possibility of some grant money might lower the local contribution to $400,000. The implied message is that we will not be able to et the grant money from the same or other sources if we don’t budget until the knowledge retained by staff is shared with the public. The intent of the 2024 motion to allow staff to proceed was clearly in the direction that no money should be spent until CDOT and FHWA recognized the need for the interchange and were willing to pay the lion’s share of the entire project. While there are vague verbal references indicating the state and feds may have changed their attitudes, no written evidence has been shared with council of the public to provide exactly what these agencies have changed. Please remove this item from the budget until all of staff’s knowledge is shared. Dennis Simpson

DennisS asked 4 months ago

Thank you for your comment regarding the 2026 Budget. Your comment has been shared with the City Council.
Share What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you. on Facebook Share What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you. on Twitter Share What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you. on Linkedin Email What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you. link

What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you.

kafehringer asked 4 months ago

Thank you for your question. During the Town Hall event, Councilmember Beilfuss spoke about the current partnership for the Orchard Mesa Community Pool. Listen to the conversation online starting at the 1:05 mark.
Share Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year? on Facebook Share Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year? on Twitter Share Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year? on Linkedin Email Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year? link

Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year?

Beverly asked 4 months ago

Thank you for your question. During the Town Hall meeting, Councilmember Stout shared about the City's dedication to the Commission on Arts and Culture grant funding. Review the conversation from the meeting starting near the 48-minute mark.
Share What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks on Facebook Share What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks on Twitter Share What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks on Linkedin Email What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks link

What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks

Bruce Noble asked 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your questions and comments ahead of our upcoming Town Hall event. We appreciate your engagement and interest in shaping the discussion on the issues that matter most to our community.
Your questions will be included as part of the Town Hall conversation, helping guide the topics and discussions with city staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and continuing this important dialogue together.
Share The latest data is clear; Homelessness has doubled since 2019. That's the pandemic effect. Many of our homeless are not addicts, alcoholics, or mentally ill, they are economic refugees. The city had access to all this data and didn't act timely or prudently. Homeward Bound KNEW they were having problems months before they abruptly shut down, on a cold and wet weekend. Without passing the buck, what went wrong? on Facebook Share The latest data is clear; Homelessness has doubled since 2019. That's the pandemic effect. Many of our homeless are not addicts, alcoholics, or mentally ill, they are economic refugees. The city had access to all this data and didn't act timely or prudently. Homeward Bound KNEW they were having problems months before they abruptly shut down, on a cold and wet weekend. Without passing the buck, what went wrong? on Twitter Share The latest data is clear; Homelessness has doubled since 2019. That's the pandemic effect. Many of our homeless are not addicts, alcoholics, or mentally ill, they are economic refugees. The city had access to all this data and didn't act timely or prudently. Homeward Bound KNEW they were having problems months before they abruptly shut down, on a cold and wet weekend. Without passing the buck, what went wrong? on Linkedin Email The latest data is clear; Homelessness has doubled since 2019. That's the pandemic effect. Many of our homeless are not addicts, alcoholics, or mentally ill, they are economic refugees. The city had access to all this data and didn't act timely or prudently. Homeward Bound KNEW they were having problems months before they abruptly shut down, on a cold and wet weekend. Without passing the buck, what went wrong? link

The latest data is clear; Homelessness has doubled since 2019. That's the pandemic effect. Many of our homeless are not addicts, alcoholics, or mentally ill, they are economic refugees. The city had access to all this data and didn't act timely or prudently. Homeward Bound KNEW they were having problems months before they abruptly shut down, on a cold and wet weekend. Without passing the buck, what went wrong?

genericeric asked 5 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your questions and comments ahead of our upcoming Town Hall event. We appreciate your engagement and interest in shaping the discussion on the issues that matter most to our community.
Your questions will be included as part of the Town Hall conversation, helping guide the topics and discussions with city staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and continuing this important dialogue together.
Share What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional? on Facebook Share What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional? on Twitter Share What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional? on Linkedin Email What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional? link

What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional?

Linda6763 asked 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your questions and comments ahead of our upcoming Town Hall event. We appreciate your engagement and interest in shaping the discussion on the issues that matter most to our community.
Your questions will be included as part of the Town Hall conversation, helping guide the topics and discussions with city staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and continuing this important dialogue together.
Share How can we get “mini Roundabouts” at each 4 way intersection of Main Street, east of 8th? My concerns are for safety and speeding issues. The mini roundabout at 13th & Main, is working better than the the configuration at 14th & Main (Plus large vehicles/trucks cannot make the turn without collapsing the flexible posts). An obstacle directly in the path of vehicles, appears to be the only thing to slow them down. Thank you for your . Julie Mesdag on Facebook Share How can we get “mini Roundabouts” at each 4 way intersection of Main Street, east of 8th? My concerns are for safety and speeding issues. The mini roundabout at 13th & Main, is working better than the the configuration at 14th & Main (Plus large vehicles/trucks cannot make the turn without collapsing the flexible posts). An obstacle directly in the path of vehicles, appears to be the only thing to slow them down. Thank you for your . Julie Mesdag on Twitter Share How can we get “mini Roundabouts” at each 4 way intersection of Main Street, east of 8th? My concerns are for safety and speeding issues. The mini roundabout at 13th & Main, is working better than the the configuration at 14th & Main (Plus large vehicles/trucks cannot make the turn without collapsing the flexible posts). An obstacle directly in the path of vehicles, appears to be the only thing to slow them down. Thank you for your . Julie Mesdag on Linkedin Email How can we get “mini Roundabouts” at each 4 way intersection of Main Street, east of 8th? My concerns are for safety and speeding issues. The mini roundabout at 13th & Main, is working better than the the configuration at 14th & Main (Plus large vehicles/trucks cannot make the turn without collapsing the flexible posts). An obstacle directly in the path of vehicles, appears to be the only thing to slow them down. Thank you for your . Julie Mesdag link

How can we get “mini Roundabouts” at each 4 way intersection of Main Street, east of 8th? My concerns are for safety and speeding issues. The mini roundabout at 13th & Main, is working better than the the configuration at 14th & Main (Plus large vehicles/trucks cannot make the turn without collapsing the flexible posts). An obstacle directly in the path of vehicles, appears to be the only thing to slow them down. Thank you for your . Julie Mesdag

Jwmesdag asked 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your questions and comments ahead of our upcoming Town Hall event. We appreciate your engagement and interest in shaping the discussion on the issues that matter most to our community.
Your questions will be included as part of the Town Hall conversation, helping guide the topics and discussions with city staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and continuing this important dialogue together.
Share Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished. on Facebook Share Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished. on Twitter Share Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished. on Linkedin Email Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished. link

Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished.

Dhesse23 asked 4 months ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your questions and comments ahead of our upcoming Town Hall event. We appreciate your engagement and interest in shaping the discussion on the issues that matter most to our community.
Your questions will be included as part of the Town Hall conversation, helping guide the topics and discussions with city staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you at the event and continuing this important dialogue together.

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What actions are required for the city to assume ownership of the Orchard Mesa Pool and adjacent land AND make a commitment to renovation of the pool? Let's explore partnering with interested parties to make that area a destination for recreation, medical care, library and childcare. Thank you.

Why have you cut the funding for the GJ commission on Arts and Culture this year?

What sort of a public process does the City plan to have regarding the proposal to tear down the Lincoln Park Barn and replace it with a locker room for the CMU football team? What ever happens, we certainly hope that you don't support tearing down the Barn. Thanks

What are the city of Grand Junction's sustainability goals? Is Grand Junction collecting bids for Solar for the new Rec center? How would I get involved with that as a local Solar professional?

Why are you considering destroying a historical and important Park building in the community, the Lincoln Park Barn, so CMU can have locker rooms? Let them build where nothing has to be demolished.

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