What Improvements Do Grand Junction Residents Want Most?

Have you ever wondered what Grand Junction would be like if AI were in charge instead of people? We decided to ask you, our audience, to tell us some things we need more of in Grand Junction. Then we had ChatGPT answer the same question.

Keep scrolling for a look at some great suggestions from both Coloradans and AI alike about things we need more of on the Western Slope. There are no wrong answers, just a few strange ones.

What Things Does Grand Junction Need More Of?

We asked you to tell us something Grand Junction, Colorado, needs more of. From new shops and restaurants to additional parking needs, see what the Grand Valley wants more of in Grand Junction.

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What Does AI Say Grand Junction Needs More Of?

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ChatGPT's top answer was affordable housing. We can all agree we need more of that all over Colorado, and most definitely in Grand Junction. It's no secret that more than half of renters spend 30% or more of their income on rent.

AI followed up on affordable housing by suggesting Mental Health services, and Public Transportation to round out the top three things we need in Grand Junction.

ChatGPT Says Grand Junction Needs These Services

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AI's list of things Grand Junction needs more of includes high-speed internet access, youth/teen engagement programs, affordable childcare, homeless support services, water resource management, public safety/emergency services, support for veterans, and disaster preparedness programs.

ChatGPT was all business, while our list seems to be a lot more fun.

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Grand Junction, Colorado, is the largest city on the state's Western Slope. There isn't another large city for 200 miles in any direction, making it one of the most unique places you can live in Colorado. In the gallery below, we asked you to tell us one reason you love calling Grand Junction home.

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