Editor’s note: As some of the major issues and decisions that the Grand Junction City Council — like the Fourth and Fifth street project — have been resolved, the Sentinel went to current council members with a quick Q&A on what might be next.

What are the one or two issues you feel are most important to address in the near future?

In July, council held a strategic planning retreat to set the direction that will guide our work for the next two years. We’re now in the process of finalizing that plan for a council vote. The last plan leaned into ideas like placemaking and sustainability. The direction I believe this council will set is different; we’re putting the focus on public safety, housing affordability, maintaining infrastructure, promoting economic growth, and fiscal responsibility

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