Rocky Ford, CO

Rocky Ford, CO Sweet Melon Capital since 1887
Home of the Meloneers

Rocky Ford is a quiet agricultural community, resting on the Hwy 50 corridor in Southeastern Colorado, that offers a peaceful respite to modern day life. An historical community with a warm blend of a times-gone-by atmosphere and modern conveniences with down home friendly people and a great climate too! The community offers a rich array of activities from gardening, music, theater and civic organ

izations to bird watching, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, rodeos, and sports. Rocky Ford is proud of its agricultural roots and, as the melon capital of the world, proudly sends cantaloupe and watermelons all over the country.

In observance of Labor Day, the City will be closed on Monday, September 8th. All administrative offices and most depart...
09/04/2026

In observance of Labor Day, the City will be closed on Monday, September 8th. All administrative offices and most departmental operations will pause for the holiday as we honor the contributions of workers in our community and across the nation. Public safety departments, including Police, Fire, and the Emergency Communication Center will remain fully staffed and operating as scheduled to ensure continued protection and support for our residents.

Notice of Vacancy - Mayor Letters of interest must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 5:00 pm, Tuesday, Septem...
09/03/2026

Notice of Vacancy - Mayor

Letters of interest must be submitted to the City Clerk no later than 5:00 pm, Tuesday, September 15, 2026. All letters received by the deadline will be considered by the Rocky Ford City Council on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 6:00 pm.

Applicants must meet the criteria to be considered:
Be at least 18 years old
Be a registered voter
Have been a resident of the City of Rocky Ford (within the city limits) for at least twelve (12) consecutive months

For more information, contact the City Clerk at 719-254-7414.

09/01/2026
Our website is down. The Zoom link for the 9/1 Special Meeting and Work Session is:
09/01/2026

Our website is down. The Zoom link for the 9/1 Special Meeting and Work Session is:

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PSA: Note Time Change9/1 - Special Meeting Agenda at 5:00 pm 9/1 - Work Session Agenda to follow
08/31/2026

PSA: Note Time Change
9/1 - Special Meeting Agenda at 5:00 pm
9/1 - Work Session Agenda to follow

Exciting News for Rocky Ford Residents!The City of Rocky Ford is pleased to announce that Clean Valley Recycling will so...
08/25/2026

Exciting News for Rocky Ford Residents!

The City of Rocky Ford is pleased to announce that Clean Valley Recycling will soon be offering Free Curbside Recycling to residents.

This service is designed to make recycling more convenient, helping residents reduce waste, protect the environment, and keep our community clean and sustainable. By participating in curbside recycling, households can divert recyclable materials from landfills and contribute to a greener future for Rocky Ford.

Additional information regarding service start dates, accepted recyclable materials, collection schedules, and program guidelines will be shared in the coming weeks.

We are excited to bring this valuable service to our community and encourage all residents to take advantage of this opportunity to recycle at no cost.

Thank you for helping make Rocky Ford a cleaner and more environmentally responsible community.

https://www.cityofrockyfordco.gov/free-curbside-recycling

Address

203 South Main Street
Rocky Ford, CO
81067

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

+17192547414

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