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The Business Times august 11-24, 2022 n APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH SEPT. 2

FOR FEDERAL MINERAL LEASE DISTRICT GRANTS

Applications will be accepted through 3 p.m. Sept. 2 for the latest cycle of grants awarded by the Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District.

The district has about $350,000 available for its fall cycle. Grant application presentations are scheduled for a board meeting set for Sept. 21 in Grand Junction. Awards will be announced as soon as Oct. 19.

The district distributes federal mineral leasing funds to local public entities to support infrastructure, construction and public service projects. Funding stays in Mesa County.

Grants of $50,000 or more are available under a program to support large-scale public works and capital projects that address health and safety as well as the effects of energy and mineral extraction. Mini grants of up to $50,000 are available for smaller projects.

Since 2011, the district has awarded more than $8 million to local entities.

For grant applications and more information about the Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District, visit the website located at www.mesafml.org/current-grant-cycle. Information also is available on Facebook and Twitter. n GRAND JUNCTION BEAUTY SALON OFFERS

HOME FOR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS

Eclectic Beauty has opened in Grand Junction, offering a new home for independent contractors in the health and beauty industry.

Eclectic Beauty is located at 1119 N. First St., Suite H. Contractors pay booth rent, allowing them to offer services at prices they set without having to pay commissions. They also set their own schedules for work.

The salon is open not only to hair stylists, but also estheticians, lash specialists, massage therapists, permanent makeup artists and others.

The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate a grand opening.

“We’re pleased to have Eclectic Beauty as a chamber member,” said Diane Schwenke, president and chief executive officer of the chamber. “We are grateful for businesses like this that keep our community moving forward and our economy strong.”

For more information about Eclectic Beauty, call Kasandra Salvati at 640-6524 or Angela Ingle at 640-4882.

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Business PeopleSHARE YOUR NEWS The Business Times welcomes submissions for Almanac NOTEWORTHY free publication in Business Briefs. Email items to phil@thebusinesstimes.com or submit a news release online at www.thebusinesstimes.com. n WOMEN’S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

OPENS IN DOWNTOWN FRUITA

The Barn Boutique has opened in Fruita. Located at 210 E. Aspen Ave, the store sells women’s clothing as well as accessories, art and bath products. Owner Emily Kempton said the store caters to women of all ages and sizes and will host events intended to promote connections. “I am so excited to bring a new boutique to downtown Fruita,” Kempton said. “I started my community to empower women to feel at home in their bodies and enjoy the shopping experience. We’ve grown into a large tribe of women who want to support each other in all walks of life. The clothes are an avenue, but the real heart of this business is helping women connect and have fun.” For more information, visit www.thebarnboutiquefruita.com. n GRAND VALLEY TRANSIT OFFERING

FARE FREE FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS

Grand Valley Transit offers free rides on all fixed bus routes Fridays and Saturdays through August as part of an effort to welcome students and their families back to school. The promotion also will offer those who haven’t tried Grand Valley Transit an opportunity to try the service and reward those who already use GVT with free days. For more information about routes and schedules, visit the website at https://gvt.mesacounty.us. n HBA SEEKS BUILDERS AND SPONSORS

TO PARTICIPATE IN PARADE OF HOMES

The Housing and Building Association of Western Colorado is looking for builders and sponsors to participate in the Parade of Homes set for Oct. 7 to 9 and Oct. 14 to 16. For more information about builder entries and sponsorships, contact the HBA of Western Colorado at 243-0253 or send an email to office@hbawesternco.com. F Del Taco promotes its value menu to counter inflation

Del Taco promotes its menu of 20 items for sale for under $2 as way for customers to counter inflation.

The menu includes crispy chicken tacos for $1.49. The tacos include crispy chicken strips, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese and a choice of ranch, habanero or chipotle sauce served on warm flour tortillas.

“Inflation has made it difficult for Americans to enjoy some of their favorite experiences without breaking the bank, so we’ve made it a point at Del Taco to continue to lead the fast food industry with everyday value, freshness and flavor guests can count on,” said Tim Hackbardt, chief marketing officer for Del Taco. “With inflation at a 40-year high, we like to say it’s the right menu at the right time.” Del Taco also added to its menu a nachotada crunchtada featuring a crunchy corn shell, beans, seasoned beef, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, sour cream and jalapenos. A new chicken, queso and guac crunchtada includes chicken, queso blanco and house-made guacamole. The $3 breakfiesta includes two egg and cheese breakfast rollers and five hash brown sticks. A strawberry pinata shake feature M&M candies. Del Taco operates a total of 600 restaurants in 16 states, including locations at 2513 U.S. Highway 6 & 50 and 2878 North Ave. in Grand Junction. For more information, visit www.deltaco.com. F A Grand Junction-based company continues to rank among the 300 largest public accounting firms in the United States in an annual list compiled for a national newsletter. Dalby, Wendland & Co. is included in the Top 300 Firms ranking compiled for Inside Public Accounting. The firm has made the list for eight years. Chris West “We are honored to be recognized as a Top 300 public accounting firm,” said Chris West, chief executive officer of DWC. “The growth of our firm and clients continues to be reflected in the list as we advance closer to the Top 200 Firms. Ultimately, we aspire to be a Top 100 Firm.” “We are expanding our services through strategic partnerships and hiring top-level talent to advance our expertise and provide comprehensive guidance with advisory and planning in addition to our core services of tax, client accounting services, audit and wealth advisory,” West said. “We are grateful to our clients, employees and communities for helping us come so far.” The ranking is based on financial and operational surveys. The Top 300 list includes firms ranked from 201st to 300th with net revenues ranging from nearly $13.8 million to more than $21.4 million. DWC ranks 249th with nearly $17 million in net revenue. DWC operates the largest public accounting firm headquartered in Western Colorado with offices in Grand Junction as well as Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Montrose, Rifle and Telluride. The firm offers a range of services. For more information, call 243-1921 or visit www.dalbycpa.com.