Strategic Plan

Mission Statement:  To lead in the protection, conservation, use and development of the water resources of the Colorado River basin for the welfare of the District, and to safeguard for Colorado all waters of the Colorado River to which the state is entitled.

With a clear vision and a commitment to our constituents and communities, the Colorado River District is well-positioned to protect water on the West Slope for the benefit of current and future generations. The District is committed to continuing its foundational work, however, to intentionally advance our mission, the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan identifies three strategic focus areas:

1. Community Protection; 
2. Trusted Resource; and 
3. Recognized Leader on Colorado River Matters.

For each of these focus areas, we outline the long-term outcome, a description of the 5-year strategic initiative and associated goal, and tactics to implement the initiative. These strategic initiatives provide focus but do not detract from the need to continue to advance our core services, which is why the plan also includes specific initiatives and goals to advance the River District’s core services and staff retention.

The Colorado River Water Conservation District’s 2025-2030 Strategic Plan provides a roadmap for the future, focusing on community protection, serving as a trusted resource, and enhancing its leadership on Colorado River matters. These strategic initiatives, underpinned by a commitment to organizational capacity and fiscal responsibility, will guide the District in its mission to protect, conserve, and develop the water resources of the District for the benefit of western Colorado communities and the state as a whole. Through collaborative partnerships, data-driven decision-making, and proactive engagement, the River District is well-positioned to address the complex water challenges facing the region and to protect West Slope water for current and future generations.