Free to Choose is in effect today Mesa Countyâs Free to Choose Resolution goes into effect today and some minor changes are being made to the 5-Star Program. A joint program by Mesa County Public Health and the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, the 5-Star Program was launched in the summer of 2020 to help support local businesses. In this next phase, the program will re-launch with a new website. Visit mesacounty5star.com to see the full list of partners and specific recommendations for participating businesses. A Mesa County news release encouraged residents to remain respectful as the county moves into the Free to Choose phase.