We are aware that most people dislike change; however, some changes are necessary to improve the safety of our community. Montrose County has collaborated with 911 since 2003 to ensure that addresses are correct and easily located by emergency services. Daily Press readers may recall there was an incident in early 2007 where an ambulance could not locate an individual that required assistance because of an incorrect address.
We feel it is important to give some context to the process of changing an address. Until 2000, Montrose County solely relied on information provided by the applicant. At times the address provided was inaccurate due to many reasons. Some of the reasons include the applicant “making up” their own address, or applicants changing the access to their home, or some people just remembered their address incorrectly.
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The GIS department did send out seven address change letters this month. These letters were the culmination of several months of communication with each individual regarding their address change.
We recognize changing an address and notifying addressees is an inconvenience. However, having reliable addresses so emergency responders can quickly find their destination is surely worth the inconvenience.
Ana Mostaccero
Montrose County Community Relations
Montrose
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