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Media Relations
Overview
Montrose County Media Relations, led by Media Relations Manager Katie Yergensen, works within the Office of County Management at the direction of the County Manager. The social media accounts and websites are county outreach efforts to inform the public of upcoming events.
Responsibilities
Montrose County Media Relations is responsible for disseminating news related to Montrose County elected offices and departments, scheduling and developing public presentations and meetings, and public outreach as directed by the Board of County Commissioners and Elected Officials. The Montrose County Media Relations Manager is responsible for acting as the Public Information Officer in the Incident Command Staff during an emergency. The Media Relations team also updates and maintains county social media accounts and Montrose County websites.
Additional Information
All media for Montrose County is handled centrally by Office of County Management's Media Relations. All current news releases may be found on County Websites (below) and County Social Media (left).
Media Inquiries
For media inquiries, please contact Media Relations Manager Katie Yergensen at 970-252-4505 (office) or 970-964-8701 (cell) or email kyergensen@montrosecounty.net. For information in relation to Montrose County websites and social media accounts, please contact Social Media Specialist Erika Story at 970-252-4546 (office) or 970-417-8711 (cell) or estory@montrosecounty.net.
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Whitmore Named First Female Board Officer to Colorado River District Board
Montrose, COLO.—Montrose County Attorney Martha Whitmore was appointed Vice President of the Colorado River District’s Board of Directors at the recent first quarter meeting. Whitmore serves as the appointed representative for Read on... -
Vital Statistics Team Honored for Six Years of Perfect Performance
Montrose, COLO.—The Montrose County Clerk and Recorder's Vital Statistics Team is setting the new standard for excellence as the only county to receive the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's (CDPHE) annual Five Star Read on... -
Health and Human Services Reopens Friday
Montrose, COLO.—Health and Human Services Reopens Friday following a two-day closure. Read on... -
Montrose County Elected Official Swearing In Ceremony
Montrose, COLO.—The public is invited to attend Montrose County's annual re-organization of the board an Read on... -
County Residents Encouraged to Test Homes for Radon During January
Montrose, COLO.— Montrose County is offering free radon test kits during the month of January in an effort to protect county residents Read on... -
MCSO Sgt. Sanders and Deputy K-9 Oxx Say Farewell
Montrose, COLO.— After over 11 years of service, Montrose County Sergeant Keith Sanders and Deputy K-9 Oxx are leaving Read on...
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Contact Us
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Katie Yergensen
Media Relations Manager
Email
Address
317 South 2nd Street
Montrose, CO 81401
Email Address
kyergensen@montrosecounty.net
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
(except holidays)
Ph: 970-252-4505
Cell: 970-964-8701 -
Erika Story
Social Media Specialist
Email
Address
317 South 2nd Street
Montrose, CO 81401
Email Address
estory@montrosecounty.net
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
(except holidays)
Ph: 970-252-4546
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For event information, please contact:
Katie Yergensen
Media Relations Manager
Email
Ph: 970-252-4505
Cell: 970-964-8701
kyergensen@montrosecounty.net

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