Todd Hollenbeck selected as new County Administrator
After a national search and sixteen applications, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners was unified Tuesday in supporting Todd Hollenbeck's promotion from Deputy County Administrator to County Administrator, effective Jan. 4, 2025. This decision follows Pete Baier's upcoming retirement. Baier has dedicated 28 years of service to the county.
Hollenbeck’s promotion comes after a 24-year career with Mesa County. Since joining the county in April 1999, Hollenbeck has held several key leadership positions, including Regional Transportation Planning Director, Community Development Director, and most recently, Deputy County Administrator since April 2021.
As Deputy County Administrator, he oversaw over 200 employees and managed a $45 million annual budget across five county departments.
"We are confident that Todd Hollenbeck will continue to lead Mesa County with the same dedication demonstrated throughout his career," said Bobbie Daniel, Chair of the Board of Mesa County Commissioners. "His deep understanding of county operations and his commitment to the community make him the ideal candidate for this role."
Hollenbeck has demonstrated leadership through high-profile capital projects totaling over $40 million, strategic real estate acquisitions exceeding $13 million, and guiding Mesa County Public Health through critical leadership transitions.
Pete Baier, who announced his retirement earlier this year, has had a remarkable career, beginning as an engineer in 1996 and culminating in his appointment as County Administrator in 2019. Baier’s tenure is marked by significant contributions to the county, including managing emergencies like the Pine Gulch Fire and COVID-19, implementing a new strategic plan, and overseeing major projects such as the Palisade Plunge and the 29 Road Interchange.
"I am honored to have had the opportunity to serve Mesa County for nearly three decades," said Pete Baier. "I am confident that Todd Hollenbeck will continue to build on our progress, and I look forward to seeing the county thrive under his leadership."
The Mesa County Commissioners, with legal support from the county attorney, confirmed that the proper procedures were followed during the selection process, ensuring transparency and adherence to county policies.
