The Grand Junction City Council plans to work with City Manager Greg Caton in coming months to develop a transition plan after Caton was selected as assistant city manager for the City of Scottsdale, Ariz.

“This community greeted me warmly eight years ago, and the connections I have made here will remain despite the distance created by my move to Scottsdale,” Caton said.

“I feel a tremendous amount of pride that I hope is shared by city council and our community as I look back on what we have achieved together over the past eight years, “ Caton said. “With the support of a strong team of directors, we have created tremendous momentum for the city that has been guided by the one comprehensive plan.”

Grand Junction Mayor Anna Stout praised Caton for his efforts over the past eight years.” The changes I’ve seen since Greg took the helm at the city are a big part of what makes me so proud to represent Grand Junction. What I feel most of all is gratitude for the leadership and bold vision Greg has brought to our city, and I’m especially grateful for the strength of the partnership we have developed in our council-manager form of government. I think we have figured out how our roles most effectively complement each other in serving this city and delivering the highest results for our residents.”

The council and Caton plan to develop a transition plan to an interim city manager.

Caton has been involved in a number of city efforts during his tenure, including $70 million in voter-approved infrastructure and transportation improvements, voter approval to construct a new community recreation center at Matchett Park, renovations at the Grand Junction Convention Center and Lincoln Park sports stadium complex, a doubling of the city’s general fund, an improved Standard & Poor’s credit rating and a collaborative response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Caton also was involved in development along the Colorado River, including the Las Colonias and Dos Rios developments.

“During the last nearly eight years there have been many initiatives and projects that would not have been possible without the strong leadership by city council and collaboration with our community partners,” Caton said “My time serving as the city manager is filled with examples of our shared success and celebrations, and I will carry those experiences with me into my future role for the City of Scottsdale.”