The Association of Colorado County Administrators honored Mesa County Administrator Todd Hollenbeck on Dec. 2 with the 2025 Rising Star Award.

The award, which Hollenbeck received during the Colorado Counties Inc. winter conference, honors an administrator who strengthens county operations, leads with integrity, advances strategic goals and delivers meaningful improvements for the community, according to a Mesa County news release.

Hollenbeck, who has served Mesa County for 25 years, assumed the administrator role in January 2025.

“Todd leads with steadiness, integrity and a clear commitment to public service,” Mesa County Commissioner Cody Davis said. “His strategic approach has strengthened how we deliver services to residents. We are grateful for his leadership and proud to see him recognized at the state level.”

According to the news release, Mesa County under Hollenbeck’s direction has implemented a disciplined, long-range budgeting framework that protects reserves, stabilizes operations and maintains service delivery even as revenues tighten. He prioritizes clear communication, transparency and professional development, convenes department directors regularly to align operations, and he encourages innovation amidst fiscal constraints.