OUR VOLUNTEER BOARD
Crime Stoppers operates under the direction of a volunteer Board of Directors who meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:00 AM.
The board works in partnership with all area law-enforcement entities. Interested in volunteering your time while keeping our community safe? Apply below!
BRITTANEY LETURGEZ
CHAIR
Brittaney has a passion for the community she calls home and is committed to helping keep it a safe and welcoming place to live. She joined Crime Stoppers because she believes in supporting efforts that strengthen community safety and make a positive impact locally.
Outside of her involvement, Brittaney is a self-proclaimed true crime enthusiast who loves reading thriller books. When she’s relaxing, you’ll likely find her with a good book in hand — and she’ll be the first to admit she could happily live on chips and salsa every day for the rest of her life.
DEBBIE MOESSER
TREASURER
Debbie serves on the Crime Stoppers of Mesa County Board. She has 2 adult children – one who lives in Denver and one who lives in the Grand Valley. Debbie serves on the Youth and Golf committees with Crime Stoppers. She likes working with Crime Stoppers along with working with first responders in the law enforcement community. She enjoys working in the community and explaining how the Crime Stoppers organization gives back to the community.
SARAH COLVIN
BOARD MEMBER
Sarah was born and raised in Casper, WY. In 2012 she and her husband moved to Grand Junction with their 3 kids. Sarah enjoys being a part of the community and making it a safer place. She sits on the Golf Committee with Crime Stoppers, is a volunteer with CASA of Mesa County, and is a director on the board for the Grand Junctions Lions Club. Sarah has been a Specialty Leasing Manager for Mesa Mall for the last 10 years, prior to moving to Grand Junction she was an Executive Secretary in the Oil & Gas industry for nearly 20 years. Sarah enjoys spending time with family and most importantly her 3 grand children.
VICTORIA EVANS
BOARD MEMBER
Victoria Evans is the Publicity Chairman and a member of the Board of Directors for Crime Stoppers of Mesa County. Born and raised in South Texas in a law enforcement family, public safety has always been part of her story. Through her work on the Events Committee, she likes creating content and community partnerships — including collaborations with the local car scene — to make crime prevention outreach more visible, relatable, and impactful across Western Colorado.
LORI HENDERSON
BOARD MEMBER
Lori wanted to join the board to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the community she cares deeply about. With a strong desire to support law enforcement, become more actively involved, and dedicate her time to volunteer service, she saw the board as an opportunity to give back in a hands-on and impactful way.
Lori is always willing to step in wherever help is needed, volunteering across all areas of the board to ensure initiatives move forward successfully. Whether assisting behind the scenes or supporting community-facing efforts, she is committed to strengthening the organization’s mission and helping keep the community safe.
MELISSA HEREK
BOARD MEMBER
Melissa currently serves as Chief Deputy to the County Clerk and Recorder, bringing a strong commitment to public service and her community. Having lived in Mesa County for over 12 years, she has developed a deep connection to the area and the people who call it home.
Outside of her professional role, Melissa enjoys staying active by playing volleyball and spending time outdoors with her husband and daughter. She joined Crime Stoppers to give back, seeking an opportunity to get more involved and support efforts that help keep her community safe. Her dedication to service and community involvement makes her a valuable part of the organization’s mission.
SONJA HRUBY
BOARD MEMBER
Sonja is a Colorado native, living on the Western Slope for over half her life. She is a single mom raising her two kids in the Grand Valley. She enjoys all outdoor activities and serving her community. She joined the Crime stoppers organization to help law enforcement protect our community.
AMANDA WELSH
VICE CHAIR
Amanda is a Grand Junction native and has been a dedicated member of the Alpine Bank team for the past 14 years. Deeply rooted in the community she calls home, she brings both local insight and a strong commitment to service in everything she does. Outside of work, Amanda is a creative at heart — an artist who loves live music, spending time with her family, and chasing adventures with her two miniature dachshunds. She believes strongly in the impact Crime Stoppers has on keeping our community safe and is proud to support an organization that empowers citizens to make a difference.
BOB CULVER
BOARD MEMBER
Bob is a volunteer board member for Crime Stoppers of Mesa County.
KENZIE NELSON-BUEHLER
BOARD MEMBER
Kenzie is a volunteer board member for Crime Stoppers of Mesa County.
DON POTTER
BOARD MEMBER
Don is a retired police officer who now works in real estate and consulting. Being a member of Crime Stoppers allows him to serve the community and remain active in the law enforcement communities.
MIKE PORRAS
BOARD MEMBER
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas, he made his way to Western Colorado after stops in Winston-Salem, Denver, Albuquerque, and Edmond before settling in Grand Junction in 2007 with his wife, Kate, a Colorado native.
He brings a diverse professional background, including 19 years as a TV photojournalist covering major news events across multiple markets, as well as experience in home inspection, the energy industry, and commercial driving. Mike spent nine years as a Public Information Officer for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, where he worked closely with officers, rangers, biologists, media, and the public — building strong communication and community relationships.
Mike and Kate have two children: one attending college in Oregon and the other a pitcher at Palisade High School. He joined Crime Stoppers to use his experience in media and public outreach to strengthen community partnerships, encourage tip reporting, and help keep Western Colorado safe.
SHANNA WOODS
BOARD MEMBER
Shanna is an Officer with Alpine Bank in Grand Junction and brings over twenty years of banking experience, including a strong background in financial fraud prevention. Born and raised in Grand Junction, she has built both her career and her life around serving the community she proudly calls home. As a single mom raising two children, Shanna is especially passionate about creating a safer environment for kids and families. She joined Crime Stoppers to give back in a way that directly connects with her professional expertise, serving on a board that aligns closely with her work in fraud prevention. Through her involvement, she is committed to strengthening community safety and supporting efforts that make a meaningful local difference.
SHARI ZEN
BOARD MEMBER
Shari is a retired police officer having served with the Grand Junction Police Department for twenty-three years. During her service, Shari was assigned to the patrol division; was a School Resource officer; and worked in the Crime Prevention Unit where her duties included police coordinator for and advisor to the board of Crime Stoppers of Mesa County. Shari then was the Executive Director of the Western Slope Center for Children for more than six years. Because community safety is extremely important to Shari, she joined the board of Crime Stoppers of Mesa County as a civilian volunteer for the last sixteen years.