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Who’s on the Planning Commission
Who’s on the Town Council
- Artemio Baltazar
- David A. Blair
- Juanita Williams
- Rory Birdsey
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider Xcel transmission line rebuild permit
The Parachute Planning Commission will hold a workshop with the Design Workshop Foundation internship cohort and consider a special use permit for Xcel Energy's Transmission Line 6670 Rebuild Project. The commission will also swear in a new member and approve minutes from a prior meeting.
- Special use review permit for Xcel Energy transmission line rebuild (Project 6670)
- Oath of office for Amaranda Fregoso to fill Planning Commission vacancy
- Approval of minutes from March 12, 2026 meeting
- Workshop with Design Workshop Foundation internship cohort
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Xcel Energy transmission line rebuild permit
The Parachute Planning Commission approved a special use review permit for Xcel Energy's Transmission Line 6670 Rebuild Project on multiple properties. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting, and administered the oath of office to new member Amaranda Fregoso. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved special use review permit for Xcel Energy transmission line rebuild (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including March 12, 2026 minutes (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Administered oath of office to Amaranda Fregoso
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
JUNE 11, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
OATH OF OFFICE
OATH OF OFFICE - Swearing in Amaranda Fregoso.
(D)
APPROVE AGENDA
(E)
CONSENT AGENDA
D1.
Minutes from the March, 12, 2026, Regular Planning Commission Meeting
(F)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your comments
and suggestions under advisement and provide direction to the appropriate member of Town Staff for follow-
up. Thank you.
PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES AND HAND-HELD DEVICES.THANK YOU. PLEASE NOTE:
THIS MEETING IS BEING RECORDED.
(G)
WORKSHOP
Design Workshop Foundation - Charles Fountain Internship Cohort Meet & Greet
(H)
PUBLIC MEETINGS
F1.
CONSIDERATION FOR A SPECIAL USE REVIEW PERMIT BY PUBLIC SERVICE
COMPANY OF COLORADO, CONDUCTING BUSINESS AS XCEL ENERGY FOR A
TRANSMISSION LINE 6670 REBUILD PROJECT ON MULTIPLE PROPERTIES
(I)
ADJOURN
You are invited to a Zoom webinar!
When: Jun 11, 2026 06:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
The Town of Parac …
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PARACHUTE
WESTE
M I N U T E S
T O W N O F P A R A C H U T E
PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN COUNCIL
R E G U L A R
M E E T I N G
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
JUNE 11, 2026 6:30 PM
C A L L T O O R D E R :
PRESENT:
S h e r r y
Tim Olk
Kim Owens
Dave Rousseau
David Blair
Amaranda Fregoso
A B S E N T :
T
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m
STAFF PRESENT: Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm.
Staff Present: Vincent Tomasulo, Director of Economic/Community Development, Britt
Choate, Town Clerk, Genesis Amaya, Community Development Specialist
(A) CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) OATH OF OFFICE
(D) APPROVE AGENDA
OATH OF OFFICE - Swearing in Amaranda Fregoso.
MOTION: Moved and seconded by David Blair/Kim Owens to approve
Motion passed with a 6-0 vote
(E) CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Kim Owens/David Blair to approve
Motion passed with a 6-0 vote
D1.) Minutes from the March, 12, 2026, Regular Planning Commission Meeting
(F) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your comments
and suggestions under advisement and provide direction to the appropriate member of Town St …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Town Council
Council to consider marijuana license, Xcel power line rebuild, wheel loader purchase
The Parachute Town Council will hold public hearings on a medical marijuana manufacturing license for Mountain Managers II LLC and a special use review for Xcel Energy to rebuild part of a 60-kV transmission line. They will also vote on resolutions supporting transit grants and an opportunity zone designation, appoint a new council member, and approve a wheel loader purchase contract.
- Public hearing: Medical marijuana infused products manufacturing license for Mountain Managers II LLC
- Public hearing: Special use review for Xcel Energy's 6670 Transmission Line rebuild
- Resolution 2026-30: Approve purchase agreement with Wagner Equipment Co. for a wheel loader
- Resolution 2026-31: Appoint Nicole Loschke to fill vacant Town Council seat until April 2030
- Resolution 2026-25: Support PATS grant application for transit funding
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Nicole Loschke to fill vacant seat
The Town Council appointed Nicole Loschke to fill a vacant council seat until the next general election, and she was sworn in and voted for the rest of the meeting. The council also approved a medical marijuana manufacturing license, a special use review for a transmission line, a wheel loader purchase, and several consent agenda items. A resolution reappointing Sherry Loschke to the Planning Commission passed with Loschke abstaining.
- Appointed Nicole Loschke to fill vacant council seat (5-0)
- Approved medical marijuana infused products manufacturing license for Mountain Managers II LLC (6-0)
- Approved special use review for 60-kV transmission line reconstruction for Public Service Company of Colorado (5-0, Williams recused)
- Approved purchase agreement with Wagner Equipment Co. for wheel loader (6-0)
- Reappointed Sherry Loschke to Planning Commission (5-0, N. Loschke abstained)
- Approved consent agenda including marijuana business license renewals and transit grant support resolutions (5-0)
- Approved agenda (5-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
JUNE 18, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the May 21, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2
Expenditures Paid May 13, 2026 through June 9, 2026
D.3
Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
D.4
Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: High Colorado Parachute, LLC
License Premise: 254 South Railroad Avenue
License Type: Retail Marijuana Store
Local License Status: Active / Satisfactory
Applicant: Mountain Managers LLC
License Premise: 100 Diamond Loop
License Type: Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility
Local License Status: Active / Satisfactory
Applicant: Mountain Managers II LLC
License Premise: 110 Diamond Loop, Unit B
License Type: Retail Marijuana Products Manufacturer
Local License Status: Late
Applicant: Mountain Managers III LLC
License Premise: 111 Diamond Loop, Unit B
License Type: Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility
Local License Status: Late
The Town of Parachute will make reasonable accommodations for access to Town services, programs, and activities …
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PARACHUTE
ITEWA
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T O
M I N U T E S
T O W N O F P A R A C H U T E
T O W N C O U N C I L T O W N C O U N C I L R E G U L A R
M E E T I N G
2 2 2 G R A N D V A L L E Y W A Y P A R A C H U T E , C O
JUNE 18, 2026 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
PRESENT:
Tom Rugaard
Claudia Flores
Artemio Baltazar
Juanita Williams
Tim Olk
David Blair
N i c o l e
STAFF PRESENT: Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Staff Present: Travis Elliott, Town Manager, Britt Choate, Town Clerk, Vinnie Tomasulo,
Director of Economic/Community Development, Harley Walker, Director of Public Works,
Sam Stewart, Police Chief, Tamara Castellari, Public Information/Records Clerk, Alyshia
Sauer, Patrol Officer, Evelyn Gonzalez, Patrol Officer
(A) CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Claudia Flores/Juanita Williams to approve
Motion passed with a 5-0 vote
( D ) C O N S E N T A G E N D A
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be "removed" from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Claudia Flores/Artemio Baltazar to approve
Motion passed with a 5-0 vote
D.1) Minutes from the May 21, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2) Expenditures Paid May 13, 2026 through June 9, 2026
D.3) Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Town Council
Council to vote on grants, emergency land lease, and community center fees
The Parachute Town Council will consider several resolutions, including supporting grant applications for a water supply pump and 1st Street reconstruction, authorizing an emergency land lease with the BLM for firefighting efforts, and adopting rental policies and fees for the Parachute Community Center. The council will also review the 2026 community survey results and update strategic goals.
- Resolution 2026-35: Support for GCFMLD Mini Grant for high-capacity water supply pump
- Resolution 2026-36: Support for GCFMLD Traditional Grant for 1st Street and downtown corridor reconstruction
- Resolution 2026-37: Emergency land lease with BLM for Cottonwood Park to support 310 Fire
- Resolution 2026-38: Adopting rental policies, fees, and rates for Parachute Community Center (540 N. Parachute Avenue)
- Consent agenda includes marijuana business license renewals for Mountain Managers II, Mountain Managers III, and Silverpeak (The Dab)
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✓ Decided: Council appoints Nicole Loschke to fill vacant seat
The Town Council appointed Nicole Loschke to fill the vacant council seat until the next general election, and she was sworn in and voted for the remainder of the meeting. The council also approved a medical marijuana infused products manufacturing license for Mountain Managers II LLC, a special use review for a transmission line reconstruction, a wheel loader purchase contract, and several consent agenda items including business license renewals and transit grant support resolutions.
- Appointed Nicole Loschke to fill vacant council seat until April 6, 2030 (5-0)
- Approved medical marijuana infused products manufacturing license for Mountain Managers II LLC (6-0)
- Approved special use review for Public Service Company of Colorado transmission line reconstruction (5-0, Williams recused)
- Approved wheel loader purchase contract with Wagner Equipment Co. (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including business license renewals and transit grant support resolutions (5-0)
- Re-appointed Sherry Loschke to Planning Commission for 4-year term (5-0, Loschke abstained)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
AUGUST 20, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from July 16, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2
Expenditures Paid July 9, 2026 through August 12, 2026
D.3
Quarterly Financial Report Q2 2026
D.4
Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
D.5
Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: Mountain Managers II LLC
License Premise: 111 Diamond Loop, Unit B
License Type: Retail Marijuana Products Manufacturing
Local License Status: Active/Satisfactory
Applicant: Mountain Managers III LLC
License Premise: 111 Diamond Loop, Unit B
License Type: Retail Marijuana Cultivation Facility
Local License Status: Active/Satisfactory
Applicant: Silverpeak Corp, d/b/a The Dab
License Premise: 393 E. 2nd Street, #6
License Type: Retail Marijuana Store
Local License Status: Active/Satisfactory
D.6
Ratification of Conflict-of-Interest Waiver Letter for Town Attorney
D.7
Resolution No. 2026-35 A Resolution In Support of Mini Grant
The Town of Parachute will make reasonable accommodations for access to …
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T O W N
PARACHUTE
ITEWA
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T O
M I N U T E S
T O W N O F P A R A C H U T E
T O W N C O U N C I L T O W N C O U N C I L R E G U L A R
M E E T I N G
2 2 2 G R A N D V A L L E Y W A Y P A R A C H U T E , C O
JUNE 18, 2026 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
PRESENT:
Tom Rugaard
Claudia Flores
Artemio Baltazar
Juanita Williams
Tim Olk
David Blair
N i c o l e
STAFF PRESENT: Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Staff Present: Travis Elliott, Town Manager, Britt Choate, Town Clerk, Vinnie Tomasulo,
Director of Economic/Community Development, Harley Walker, Director of Public Works,
Sam Stewart, Police Chief, Tamara Castellari, Public Information/Records Clerk, Alyshia
Sauer, Patrol Officer, Evelyn Gonzalez, Patrol Officer
(A) CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Claudia Flores/Juanita Williams to approve
Motion passed with a 5-0 vote
( D ) C O N S E N T A G E N D A
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be "removed" from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Claudia Flores/Artemio Baltazar to approve
Motion passed with a 5-0 vote
D.1) Minutes from the May 21, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2) Expenditures Paid May 13, 2026 through June 9, 2026
D.3) Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates …
Wed Jun 24, 2026
Town Council
Council to consider adopting wildfire resiliency code and filling vacancy
The Parachute Town Council will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2026, to consider adopting a new Wildland Urban Interface Fire Code (Ordinance No. 836-2026), approve several license agreements, and fill a council vacancy. The agenda also includes routine consent items, public comments, and administrative reports.
- Ordinance No. 836-2026: Adopting Title 15, Wildland Urban Interface Fire Code
- Resolution No. 2026-19: License agreement with Flix Bus
- Resolution No. 2026-20: License agreement with The Running Burrito
- Resolution No. 2026-21: License agreement with Retro Fizz LLC
- Resolution No. 2026-22: Intergovernmental agreement with County Clerk for 2026 election polling place
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✓ Decided: Council approves WUI fire code and six resolutions, fills vacancy
The Town Council approved Ordinance No. 836-2026 adopting the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Code, and passed six resolutions including license agreements with Flix Bus, The Running Burrito, and Retro Fizz LLC, an intergovernmental agreement for the 2026 election polling place, a communications policy, and appointment of a Planning Commission replacement. Nicole Loschke was interviewed for a council vacancy, and Amaranda Fregoso was appointed to the Planning Commission. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved Ordinance No. 836-2026 adopting Title 15 Wildland Urban Interface Fire Code (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-19 license agreement with Flix Bus (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-20 license agreement with The Running Burrito (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-21 license agreement with Retro Fizz LLC (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-22 IGA with County Clerk for 2026 election polling place (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-23 communications policy (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-24 appointing Amaranda Fregoso to Planning Commission (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, financial report, and business license renewal (3-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
MAY 21, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the April 16, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2
Expenditures Paid April 9, 2026 through May 12, 2026
D.3
Quarterly Financial Report Q1 2026
D.4
Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
D.5
Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: CO MGMT LLC
Address: 28 Cardinal Way
License Type: Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine
Local License Status: Active / Satisfactory
(E)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your comments
and suggestions under advisement and provide direction to the appropriate member of Town Staff for follow-
up. Than …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
MAY 21, 2026 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
PRESENT:
Tom Rugaard
Artemio Baltazar
Juanita Williams
David Blair
ABSENT:
Claudia Flores
Tim Olk
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmember Williams attended via Zoom.
Staff Present: Travis Elliott, Town Manager, Britt Choate, Town Clerk, Vinnie Tomasulo, Director of
Economic/Community Development, Harley Walker, Director of Public Works, and Sam Stewart, Police
Chief
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION: Moved and seconded by David Blair/Artemio Baltazar to approve
Motion passed with a 3-0 vote
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Artemio Baltazar/David Blair to approve
Motion passed with a 3-0 vote
D.1) Minutes from the April 16, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
D.2) Expenditures Paid April 9, 2026 through May 12, 2026
D.3) Quarterly Financial Report Q1 2026
D.4) Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
D.5) Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: CO MGMT LLC
Address: 28 Cardinal Way
License Type: Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine
Local License Status: Ac …
Tue May 26, 2026
Town Council
Council to consider pet limits, transit contract, and $600K stormwater grant
The Parachute Town Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including a public hearing on an ordinance to establish household pet limits and update animal control fees, approval of a professional services agreement with Glenwood Downtowner LLC for public transportation, and a resolution supporting a $600,000 grant application for downtown stormwater improvements. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, appointments, and a discussion on filling a council vacancy.
- Ordinance No. 831-2025: Establish household pet limits, update animal disturbance warning procedure, and increase stray animal impoundment fine
- Resolution No. 2026-16: Approve agreement with Glenwood Downtowner LLC for public transportation services (PATS)
- Resolution No. 2026-18: Support $600,000 CDBG grant application for downtown stormwater facility improvements
- Resolution No. 2026-14: Approve IGA with Garfield County for mosquito control and surveillance services
- Appointment of Town Clerk (Resolution No. 2026-15) and discussion on filling Town Council vacancy
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✓ Decided: Council approves amended pet ordinance, removing household pet limits
The Town Council approved Ordinance No. 831-2025 as amended to remove any household pet limits, while updating animal disturbance warning procedures and impoundment fines. The council also approved several resolutions, including a mosquito control agreement with Garfield County, a DOLA grant application for stormwater improvements, and a contract with Glenwood Downtowner LLC for public transportation services. Additionally, Claudia Flores was appointed Mayor Pro-Tem, and a process to fill a council vacancy was directed.
- Approved Ordinance 831-2025 as amended to remove household pet limits (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-16 for professional services with Glenwood Downtowner LLC for PATS (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-14 for mosquito control IGA with Garfield County (consent)
- Approved Resolution 2026-18 supporting DOLA CDBG grant application for $600,000 stormwater improvements (consent)
- Approved Resolution 2026-15 appointing Town Clerk (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-17 expressing appreciation for outgoing Councilmember Jackson (5-0)
- Appointed Claudia Flores as Mayor Pro-Tem (4-0)
- Directed staff to post vacancy and bring candidates for Town Council vacancy on May 21, 2026
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
APRIL 16, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
OATH OF OFFICE
C.1
Resolution No. 2026-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PARACHUTE, COLORADO EXPRESSING APPREICATION FOR OUTGOING
COUNCILMEMBER CHRIS JACKSON
C.2
Swearing in of newly re-elected Mayor Tom Rugaard and re-elected Town Council Members David
Blair and Artemio Baltazar Jr.
C.3
Town Council Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem Pursuant to Parachute Home Rule Charter, Section
2-5 "Mayor Pro-Tem"
(D)
APPROVE AGENDA
(E)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
E.1
Minutes from the March 19, 2026 Regular Town Council meeting
E.2
Expenditures Paid March 12, 2026 through April 8, 2026
E.3
Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
E.4
Resolution No. 2026-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PARACHUTE, COLORADO, APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
WITH GARFIELD COUNTY TO PROVIDE MOSQUITO CONTROL AND SURVEILANCE
SERVICES
E.5
Resolution No. 2026-18 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR A
DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS (DOLA) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT - PUBLIC FACILITIES IN THE AMOUNT …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
APRIL 16, 2026 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
PRESENT:
Tom Rugaard
Claudia Flores
Artemio Baltazar
Juanita Williams
David Blair
Chris Jackson
ABSENT:
Tim Olk
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmember Williams attended via Zoom.
Staff Present: Travis Elliott, Town Manager, Britt Choate, Town Clerk, Teresa Beecraft, Director of Finance,
Tamra Castellari, Public Records and Information Administrator, and Harley Walker, Director of Public
Works
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
OATH OF OFFICE
C.1) Resolution No. 2026-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PARACHUTE, COLORADO EXPRESSING APPREICATION FOR OUTGOING COUNCILMEMBER
CHRIS JACKSON
Councilmember Jackson moved to the audience after this item as his term had ended.
MOTION: Moved and seconded by David Blair/Claudia Flores to approve
Motion passed with a 5-0 vote
C.2) Swearing in of newly re-elected Mayor Tom Rugaard and re-elected Town Council Members David Blair
and Artemio Baltazar Jr.
C.3) Town Council Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem Pursuant to Parachute Home Rule Charter, Section 2-5
"Mayor Pro-Tem"
MOTION: Moved and seconded by David Blair/Artemio Baltazar to approve Approve the appointment of
Claudia Flores as Mayor Pro-Tem.
Motion passed with a 4-0 vote
(D)
APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION: Moved and seconded by Claudia Flores/Artemio Baltazar to approve
Motion passed with a 4-0 vot …
Mon Apr 20, 2026
Town Council
Council to vote on turf ban, transit contract, and 1st Street project
The Parachute Town Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including a ban on nonfunctional turf and invasive plants, a transit services contract with Glenwood Downtowner LLC, and a grant application for the Highway 6 and 1st Street mobility project. They will also discuss the future of the Senior Center and the purchase of 147 1st Street.
- Ordinance No. 835-2026: Regulates nonfunctional turf and invasive plants in landscaping
- Resolution No. 2026-11: Approves contract with Glenwood Downtowner LLC for PATS transit services
- Resolution No. 2026-09: Supports grant application for Highway 6 and 1st Street project
- Due diligence status for purchase of 147 1st Street
- 1st Street Project 60% design update
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✓ Decided: Council approves turf ban, transit contract, and license agreement
The Town Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, and a resolution supporting a HUD grant application for the Parachute Moves project. They also approved a license agreement with Adventure Outdoors, a public transit services contract with Glenwood Downtowner LLC, and an ordinance banning nonfunctional turf and invasive plants. All votes were 4-0.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, and Resolution 2026-09 supporting HUD grant for Parachute Moves (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-10 license agreement with Adventure Outdoors (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-11 public transit services agreement with Glenwood Downtowner LLC (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-12 appointing Town Manager as designated election official (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-13 appointing URA Mayor's seat member (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 835-2026 regulating nonfunctional turf and invasive plants (4-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
MARCH 19, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the February 19, 2026 Regular Town Council Meeting
D.2
Expenditures Paid February 11, 2026 through March 11, 2026
D.3
Draft Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Dates
D.4
Resolution No. 2026-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
PARACHUTE, COLORADO, SUPPORTING THE TOWN’S APPLICATION FOR THE
HIGHWAY 6 AND 1ST STREET MOBILITY, REVITALIZATION, RECONSTRUCTION, AND
SAFETY (PARACUTE MOVES) PROJECT WITH UNITED STATES HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT’S (US HUD) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND’S GRANT PROGRAM
(E)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your c …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
March 19th, 2026 - 6:30 PM
(A) CALL TO ORDER I ROLL CALL Meeting Called to Order at 6:30 PM by Mayor Rugaard
MAYOR:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Tom Rugaard
David A. Blair
Juanita Williams – Via Zoom
Chris Jackson
Tim Olk
A1temio Baltazar
Claudia Flores - Cruz
Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Genesis Amaya – Community
Development Specialist
Vinnie Tomasulo, Eco/Com Development Director
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION 1: Moved and Seconded by Olk I Jackson to Approve Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimously with a 4-0 vote.
(D) CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be "removed" from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1 Minutes from February 19, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting
2026.02.19 TC Minutes.pdf
D.2 Expenditures Paid February 11, 2026, through March 11, 2026.
3.19.2026.pdf
D.3 Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings
Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings.pdf
D.4 Resolution No. 2026-09 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
supporting the Town’s application for the Highway 6 and 1st Street mobility, revitalization,
reconstruction and safet …
Tue Mar 24, 2026
Town Council
Council to consider water loan amendment, property purchase, and grant support
The Parachute Town Council will vote on two ordinances: one amending the water enterprise loan with Alpine Bank and another approving a real estate purchase from Qwest Corporation at 147 1st Street. They will also consider a resolution supporting a $200,000 DOLA grant for the raw water tank replacement project and a proclamation recognizing the Colorado River District's Shoshone instream flow agreement. The meeting includes consent agenda items, public comments, and an executive session for the Town Manager's performance review.
- Ordinance No. 833-2026: Approve loan amendment to Water Enterprise Loan with Alpine Bank
- Ordinance No. 834-2026: Approve contract to buy real estate at 147 1st Street from Qwest Corporation
- Resolution No. 2026-01: Support DOLA EIAF grant application for $200,000 for raw water tank replacement
- Proclamation No. 2026-01P: Recognize Colorado River District and Shoshone instream flow agreement
- Consent agenda includes minutes, expenditures, and upcoming meetings
waterreal-estategrantsordinancesproclamationexecutive-session
✓ Decided: Council approves water loan amendment and 147 1st St purchase
The Town Council unanimously approved two ordinances: one amending the water enterprise loan with Alpine Bank, and another authorizing the purchase of real property at 147 1st Street from Qwest Corporation. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution supporting a $200,000 grant application for the raw water tank replacement project. No public comments were made, and the meeting ended with an executive session for the town manager's performance review.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, and Resolution No. 2026-01 supporting DOLA EIAF grant for raw water tank project (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 833-2026 authorizing loan amendment to water enterprise loan with Alpine Bank (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 834-2026 authorizing purchase of real property at 147 1st Street from Qwest Corporation (4-0)
- Entered executive session for town manager annual performance review (4-0)
- Reentered public meeting (4-0)
- Adjourned at 7:35 pm
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
JANUARY 15, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the November 19, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting.
D.2
Expenditures Paid November 13, 2025 through January 7, 2026.
D.3
Resolution No. 2026-01 A Resolution Supporting the Grant Application for a Department of Local
Affairs (DOLA) Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) In the Amount of $200,000 for
the Completion of Parachute's Raw Water Tank Replacement Project
D.4
Upcoming Meetings and Draft Town Council Agendas
(E)
PROCLAMATIONS
E.1
Proclamation No. 2026-01P A Proclamation of the Town of Parachute, Colorado Recognizing the
Colorado River District and Celebrating the Approval of the Shoshone Instream Flow Agreement
(F)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. You …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
JANUARY 15, 2026 6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Meeting Called to Order at 6:30 pm by Mayor Pro-Tem Flores-Cruz
MAYOR:
Tom Rugaard
PRESENT:
Artemio Baltazar
Chris Jackson
Blair, David
Claudia Flores- Cruz
ABSENT:
Juanita Williams
Rugaard, Tom
Olk, Tim
STAFF PRESENT:
Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Lucy Spalenka, Town Clerk
Teresa Beecraft, Finance Director
(A) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(B) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION 1: Moved and seconded by Baltazar / Blair to approve agenda
Motion passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote
(C) CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1 Minutes from the November 19, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting.
2025.11.20 Town Council Minutes.pdf
D.2 Expenditures Paid November 13, 2025 through January 7, 2026.
Expenditures Nov 2025 - Jan 2026.pdf
D.3 Resolution No. 2026-01 A Resolution Supporting the Grant Application for a Department of Local
Affairs (DOLA) Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) In the Amount of $200,000 for
the Completion of Parachute's Raw Water Ta …
Tue Mar 24, 2026
Town Council
Council to authorize mail ballot election and set candidate order for April 7, 2026
The Parachute Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions related to the April 7, 2026 regular municipal election: one authorizing a mail ballot election and another setting the order of candidates on the ballot. The council will also discuss options for a sales tax ballot initiative. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Resolution No. 2026-02: Authorizing mail ballot election for 2026 regular municipal election
- Resolution No. 2026-03: Setting order of candidates on ballot for April 7, 2026 election
- Discussion of sales tax ballot initiative options
electionballotsales-taxmunicipal-election
✓ Decided: Council approves mail ballot election for April 7, 2026
The Town Council unanimously approved two resolutions authorizing a mail ballot election for the 2026 regular municipal election and setting the order of candidates on the ballot for April 7, 2026. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-02 authorizing mail ballot election (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-03 setting candidate order on ballot (6-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
FEBRUARY 4, 2026 6:00 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your comments
and suggestions under advisement and provide direction to the appropriate member of Town Staff for follow-
up. Thank you.
PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES, PAGERS, AND HAND-HELD DEVICES.THANK YOU.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING AUDIO RECORDED.
(E)
RESOLUTIONS
E.1
Resolution No. 2026-02 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Authorizing the Conduct of A Mail Ballot Election for the 2026 Regular Municipal Election.
E.2
Resolution No 2026-03 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Setting the Order of Candidates on the Ballot for the April 7, 2026 Regular Municipal Election.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Discussion of Sales Tax Ballot Initiative Options
MAYOR & TOWN COUNCIL REPORTS
(F)
ADJOURN
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
FEBRUARY 4, 2026, 6:00 PM
(A) CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Meeting Called to Order at 6:00 pm by Mayor Rugaard
MAYOR:
Tom Rugaard
PRESENT:
Claudia Flores- Cruz
Artemio Baltazar
Chris Jackson
Juanita Williams
Rugaard, Tom
Olk, Tim
Blair, David
ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Lucy Spalenka, Town Clerk
Evelyn Gonzalez, Patrol Officer
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION 1: Moved and seconded by Flores / Jackson to approve agenda
Motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote
(D) PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
No Public Comment
(E) RESOLUTIONS
E.1 Resolution No. 2026-02 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Authorizing the Conduct of a Mail Ballot Election for the 2026 Regular Municipal Election.
Cover Memo - Resolution No. 2026-02&03 - Election .pdf
Resolution No. 2026-02 - Authorizing Mail Ballot Election for 2026 Regular Municipal Election.pdf
MOTION 2: Moved and seconded by Flores / Jackson to approve Resolution No. 2026-02
A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado, Authorizing the Conduct of a Mail Ballot Election
for the 2026 Regular Municipal Election.
Motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote
E.2 Resolution No 2026-03 A Resolution of the Town Cou …
Tue Mar 24, 2026
Town Council
Council to consider resolutions on grants, employee handbook, and healthy beverages
The Parachute Town Council is meeting to approve routine items and consider several resolutions, including supporting grant applications for public works equipment, adopting an updated employee handbook, and encouraging healthier beverage options. They will also hear a presentation from the Middle Colorado Watershed Council and receive the police department's annual report.
- Resolution No. 2026-04 supporting a mini grant for a skid steer
- Resolution No. 2026-05 supporting a traditional grant for a front-end loader
- Resolution No. 2026-06 encouraging healthy beverage alternatives
- Resolution No. 2026-07 adopting an updated employee handbook
- Resolution No. 2026-08 supporting a grant for the Highway 6 and 1st Street project
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✓ Decided: Council approves resolutions on employee handbook, healthy beverages, and 1st Street grant
The Town Council unanimously approved all agenda items, including three resolutions: supporting healthy beverage alternatives, adopting an updated employee handbook, and supporting a federal grant application with local matching funds for the Highway 6 and 1st Street reconstruction project. The consent agenda, including minutes, expenditures, financial reports, grant support resolutions, and a liquor license renewal, was also approved unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved consent agenda D1-D8 including minutes, expenditures, financial report, grant support resolutions, and El Tapatio liquor license renewal (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-06 encouraging healthy beverage alternatives (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-07 adopting updated employee handbook (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-08 supporting USDOT BUILD grant and committing matching funds for 1st Street project (6-0)
- Approved agenda amendment adding Proclamation 2026-02-P (6-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
FEBRUARY 19, 2026 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the January 15, 2026, Regular Town Council Meeting
D.2
Minutes from the February 4, 2026, Special Town Council Meeting
D.3
Expenditures Paid January 8, 2026 through February 10, 2026
D.4
Quarterly Financial Report: 2025 Unaudited Finals
D.5
Resolution No. 2026-04 A Resolution Supporting the Application for a Mini Grant from the
Garfield County Federal Mineral Lease District for the Acquisition of a Public Works Compact
Track Loader (Skid Steer)
D.6
Resolution No. 2026-05 A Resolution Supporting the Application for a Traditional Grant from the
Garfield County Federal Mineral Lease District for the Acquisition of a Public Works 14A (Skid
Steer) Loader
D.7
Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meeting Schedule
D.8
Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: El Tapatio Parachute
License Type: Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License
Licensed Premise: 393 E 2nd Street
Local License Status: Active / Satisfactory
(E)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
FEBRUARY 19, 2026 6:30 PM
The Town of Parachute will make reasonable accommodations for access to Town services, programs, and activities and will make special
communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 285-7630, x-104 for assistance.
(A) CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Meeting Called to Order at 6:39 pm by Mayor Rugaard
MAYOR:
Tom Rugaard (by Zoom)
PRESENT:
Claudia Flores- Cruz
Artemio Baltazar
Chris Jackson
Juanita Williams
Rugaard, Tom
Olk, Tim
Blair, David
ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Lucy Spalenka, Town Clerk
Teresa Beecraft, Finance Director
Vinnie Tomasulo, Com Dev Director
Harley Walker, Public Works Director
Sam Stewart, Police Chief
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
Travis Elliott, Town Manager, requested to amend the agenda to add Proclamation 2026-02-P.
MOTION 1: So moved and seconded by Blair / Olk to approve agenda as amended
Motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote
(C) PROCLAMATIONS
Proclamation 2026-02-P proclaiming appreciation for Town Clerk Lucy Spalenka was read by Mayor Tom
Rugaard and entered into the record.
(D) CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more importa …
Tue Mar 24, 2026
Town Council
Town Council to adopt 2026 budget, set property tax levy
The Parachute Town Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2026 budget, levy property taxes, and appropriate funds. They will also consider ordinances on animal disturbances and vehicle registration, plus several routine items on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on 2026 budget adoption (Resolution 2025-56)
- Resolution 2025-57 levying general property taxes for 2026
- Resolution 2025-58 appropriating funds for 2026 budget
- Ordinance 831-2025 amending animal disturbance rules and impoundment fees
- Ordinance 832-2025 enforcing vehicle registration and abandoned vehicle rules
budgetproperty-taxordinanceanimalsvehiclesliquor-licenseproclamation
✓ Decided: Council adopts 2026 budget, property tax levy, and appropriations
The Town Council unanimously approved the 2026 budget, property tax levy, and fund appropriations. It also approved an ordinance on vehicle registration and abandoned vehicles, and tabled an animal disturbance ordinance for more community input. The consent agenda, including liquor license transfer and business renewals, was approved.
- Adopted 2026 budget via Resolution 2025-56 (4-0)
- Levied property taxes for 2026 via Resolution 2025-57 (4-0)
- Appropriated funds for 2026 via Resolution 2025-58 (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 832-2025 on vehicle registration and abandoned vehicles (4-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 831-2025 on animal disturbances for more community feedback (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor license transfer and business renewals (3-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
NOVEMBER 20, 2025 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the October 16, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting
D.2
Expenditures Paid October 9, 2025, through November 12, 2025.
D.3
Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings
D.4
Resolution No. 2025-53 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Designating the Days and Times Fixed for Regular Meetings of the Town Council and Planning
Commission for the Year 2026.
D.5
Resolution No. 2025-54 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Designating the Places for Posting of Public Meeting Notices, Ordinances, and Other Actions Taken
by the Town and to Designate the Official Newspaper of General Circulation for 2026
D.6
Resolution No. 2025-55 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Approving A Transfer of Ownership of Beer and Wine Liquor License Located At 221 Grand Valley
Way in Parachute, CO
D.7
Regulated Business License Renewals
Applicant: CT Perrin Investments LLC
Licensed Premise: 150 …
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TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO
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(A) CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL Meeting Called to Order at 6:30 PM by Mayor Rugaard
MAYOR: Tom Rugaard
PRESENT: David A. Blair
Juanita Williams — Zoom 6:38 pm
Chris Jackson
Tim Olk
ABSENT: Artemio Baltazar
Claudia Flores - Cruz
STAFF PRESENT: Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Lucy Spalenka, Town Clerk
Teresa Beecraft, Finance Director
Vinnie Tomasulo, Eco/Com Development Director
(B) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C) APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION 1: Moved and Seconded by Blair / Olk to Approve Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimously with a 3-0 vote, Council member Williams not present for vote
(D) CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1 Minutes from the October 16, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting
2025.10.16 - Town Council Minutes.pdf
D.2_ Expenditures Paid October 9, 2025, through November 12, 2025.
Expenditures Oct - Nov 2025
D.3 Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings
Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings.pdf
D.4_ Resolution No. 2025-53 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Designating the Days and Times Fixed for R …
Mon Jan 12, 2026
Town Council
Council reviews draft 2026 budget and supports two November ballot initiatives
The Town Council will review the draft 2026 budget and five-year capital improvement plan. They will also vote on resolutions supporting two ballot initiatives for the November 4, 2025, election: one for early childhood education sales tax and one for Grand River Hospital District tax renewal. Additionally, the council will receive updates on economic development partnerships and staff compensation surveys.
- Resolution No. 2025-51 supporting Ballot Initiative 7A (Early Childcare Education Sales Tax)
- Resolution No. 2025-52 supporting Ballot Initiative 7B (Grand River Hospital District Tax Renewal)
- Presentation of the Draft 2026 Budget and 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
- CRVEDP update and 2026 contribution request
- Lighthouse HR presentation of compensation and salary survey results
budgetballot-measureshealthcareeducationstaffing
✓ Decided: Council approves resolution supporting hospital district tax renewal
The Town Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2025-52 supporting Ballot Initiative 7B, the Grand River Hospital District tax renewal, for the November 4, 2025 election. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution supporting Ballot Initiative 7A for early childhood education. No action was taken on the 2026 budget, which is scheduled for final approval on November 20, 2025.
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-52 supporting Ballot Initiative 7B (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 2025-51 supporting Ballot Initiative 7A (5-0)
- Amended agenda to swap items F1 and F2 (5-0)
- Entered executive session for real estate negotiations (5-0)
- Ended executive session and reentered public meeting (5-0)
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AGENDA
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO 81635
OCTOBER 16, 2025 6:30 PM
(A)
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public may
request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1
Minutes from the September 18, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting.
D.2
Expenditures Paid September 8, through October 8, 2025.
D.3
Upcoming Meetings and Draft Agendas
D.4
Resolution No. 2025-51 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Supporting Ballot Initiative 7A – Early Childcare Education Sales Tax (Confluence Early Childhood
Development Service District) to Be Considered at the November 4, 2025, Garfield County
Coordinated Election
(E)
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Town Council welcomes you and thanks you for your time and concerns. If you wish to address the Town
Council, this is the time set on the agenda for you to do so. When you are recognized, please step to the
podium, state your name and address then address the Council. Your comments will be limited to three (3)
minutes. The Council may not respond to your comments this evening, rather they may take your comments
and suggestions under adviseme …
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MINUTES
TOWN OF PARACHUTE
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
222 GRAND VALLEY WAY PARACHUTE, CO 81635
OCTOBER 16, 2025 6:30 PM
(A) CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL Meeting Called to Order at 6:31 PM by Mayor Rugaard
MAYOR:
Tom Rugaard
PRESENT:
Claudia Flores - Cruz
David A. Blair
Juanita Williams
Chris Jackson
Tim Olk
ABSENT:
Artemio Baltazar
STAFF PRESENT:
Travis Elliott, Town Manager
Lucy Spalenka, Town Clerk
Teresa Beecraft, Finance Director
Brandon Burke, Community Development Specialist
(B)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
(C)
APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION 1: Moved and Seconded by Jackson / Flores-Cruz to Amend agenda by swapping positions of
items F1 & F2. Motion Passed Unanimously with a 5-0 vote
(D)
CONSENT AGENDA
Items of a routine nature are placed on the consent agenda to allow the town council to spend its time and
energy on more important items on a lengthy agenda. Any council member or any member of the public
may request that an item be “removed” from the consent agenda and considered on the regular agenda.
D.1 Minutes from the September 18, 2025, Regular Town Council
Meeting. 2025.09.17 TC Minutes.pdf
D.2 Expenditures Paid September 8, through October 8, 2025.
Expenditures Paid Sept - Oct 2025
D.3 Upcoming Meetings and Draft Agendas
Draft Town Council Agendas and Upcoming Meetings.docx
D.4 Resolution No. 2025-51 A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Parachute, Colorado,
Supporting Ballot Initiative 7A – Early Childcare Education Sales Tax (Confluence Early …
💰 Federal awards (top 2 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $138,000 | ROCK SOLID SOLUTIONS CORPORATION Department of Agriculture · 685725. SERVICE. COAL CREEK ROCKFALL MITIGATION. NATIONAL FOREST SYSTE |
| $4,000 | M-K HYDROVAC INC Department of Agriculture · S499, FERRIS, COSJF000536, SFRM, SERVICE - FUEL REMOVAL; |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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