In late 1990s, the Board of Directors of CMS decided to improve the housing conditions of migrant farm workers in Mesa County. Much research was conducted to explore what kind of model would work for Palisade and East Orchard Mesa. In collaboration with the Colorado Division of Housing, CMS came up with an innovative plan.
Working with participating growers, CMS secures funding and puts manufactured housing units on these growers' land. Initially, CMS owns the units and is responsible for keeping the project in compliance with all regulations. Growers pay a monthly lease to CMS for 20 years. At the end of the 20-year period, growers own the units.
As of July of 2008, CMS has built 12 housing units with the maximum capacity of housing 88 migrant farm workers in Mesa County.
"We are relaxed in here. We have peace and quiet. It is close to our job and we don't need any transportation."
- Andres
"We have two bathrooms, hot water and we have lots of space."
- Anonymous
Support CMS
You can support CMS and be a part of this wonderful community by volunteering, donating items towards our wish list, contributing financially or simply sharing about CMS with others.
To contribute financially, please send a check to:
Child & Migrant Services
PO Box 1038
Palisade, CO 81526
Or, you can donate online by clicking the “DONATE” button below via PayPal Services. Muchas Gracias!