July 2026
Delta County Commissioners Recognize America 250 – Colorado 150 at Proclamation Ceremony **on Wednesday (July 1st). The Delta County Board of Commissioners recognized two major milestones in history: America’s 250th anniversary and Colorado’s 150th anniversary. More Information: Delta County Commissioners Recognize America 250 – Colorado 150 at Proclamation Ceremony • Delta 🐑 Celebrating 100 Years of Colorado’s Sheep and Wool Industry — **During its July 21 meeting, the Delta County Board of County Commissioners proudly recognized the 100th anniversary of the Colorado Wool Growers Association. Founded in 1926, the Association has spent a century advocating for sheep producers and lamb feeders while supporting Colorado agriculture, rural communities, working lands, and our western way of life.The proclamation also honors the generations of ranchers, families, industry leaders and partners whose hard work and stewardship have sustained this important industry.
MAY 2026
Delta County Commissioners proclaimed May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month. Delta County recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month in May with proclamations from the Board of County Commissioners and local health campaigns aimed at destigmatizing mental health and connecting residents to support.Key local initiatives, mental health events, and immediate support resources in the area include:
Kadkhodaian Behavioral Health Center (KBH Center): Delta’s local nonprofit mental health center provides counseling for children, teens, and families, peer support groups, and community wellness workshops. It offers highly accessible and holistic care for the rural community.Axis Health System - Delta Clinic: Located on W. 11th Street, the clinic offers comprehensive mental and behavioral health services. They provide individual therapy, psychiatry, and have mobile response units and a 24/7 care line for community members experiencing mental health concerns.
Delta Health Integrated Care: Delta Health outpatient behavioral health services are fully integrated directly into their primary care clinics (including Adult Primary Care, Family Medicine, and West Elk Clinic in Hotchkiss).
Families Plus: Located on S. Main Street, this specialized organization provides wraparound mental health services and skill-building activities to hundreds of children and families with limited resources in Delta County.
Riverbend Resource Center: Located in Delta, this center connects vulnerable residents to immediate resources, including mental health therapy referrals and substance use treatment.
April 2026
Delta County Commissioners proclaimed April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, emphasizing the collective responsibility to create safe, stable, and nurturing environments. The proclamation, supported by Colorado Governor Jared Polis and local efforts, highlights five protective factors—parental resilience, social connections, knowledge of parenting, concrete support, and social-emotional competence—to reduce neglect.
Focus on Prevention: The initiative urges the community to invest in families early to prevent maltreatment, supporting the belief that all children deserve to thrive.
**Symbol of Hope: **The blue pinwheel is recognized as the official symbol of Child Abuse Prevention Month, representing healthy, happy childhoods and community support.
Community Action: Residents are encouraged to participate by learning to recognize signs of abuse and supporting local family resources.
The proclamation aims to strengthen families throughout Delta County, ensuring a secure environment for children to grow and reach their full potential.