Montrose County public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 28, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2023.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2023.

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for December 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023.

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 20, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and planning items. Topics include the adoption of building and energy codes and a shared services agreement with the Montrose Recreation District.

• Klein Addition Annexation
• Building Code and Energy Code Adoption update
• Proposed 2023 Montrose Recreation District/City Shared Services IGA
• Designation of Official Posting Location
• Introduction of seven new city employees

City Council

City Council is meeting to consider a second reading of an ordinance to adjust city expenditures for the 2022 fiscal year. The body will also consider awarding a contract to Waste Management for recyclable materials facility services.

• Ordinance 2606: Second reading to amend Ordinance 2567 regarding 2022 fiscal year expenditures
• Contract award recommendation to Waste Management for Recyclable Materials Facility services

City Council adopted Ordinance 2606 to cover unanticipated expenses for the 2022 fiscal year. The Council also approved a new contract with Waste Management for recyclable materials facility services.

• Adopted Ordinance 2606 supplemental budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Recyclable Materials Facility contract with Waste Management (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several development sketch plans and a sign variance request. The meeting includes reviews of residential projects and a proposal for supportive housing in an industrial district.

• Sign variance for Colorado Outdoors Flex Buildings to allow up to 10 signs per lot
• Preliminary plat for Painted Wall Subdivision to create 8 lots near Painted Wall Ln and Odelle Rd
• Sketch plan for CASA Planned Development featuring 45 residential buildings in the I-1 Light Industrial District
• Sketch plan for Residences at Dry Cedar Creek residential development near Ogden Rd and Kellie Dr

City Council

City Council is meeting to consider and potentially approve business incentive agreements for the Rathbone Hotel and the Pomona Brewing Company. Both items include opportunities for public comment.

• Business Incentive Agreement for the Rathbone Hotel at 33 S. Cascade Avenue
• Adaptive Reuse Project and Business Incentive Agreement for the Pomona Brewing Company Business Expansion Project

City Council approved two business incentive agreements funded by DDA TIF funds for downtown capital projects. The agreements support a brewery expansion and the restoration of a historic hotel building.

• Approved Adaptive Reuse Project and Business Incentive Agreement for Pomona Brewing Company Business Expansion Project (Vote: All yes except Ed Ulibarri)
• Approved Business Incentive Agreement for Rathbone Hotel at 33 S. Cascade Avenue (Vote: All yes)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss Rathbone Hotel (Vote: All yes)
• Scheduled special City Council meeting for December 19 at 9 a.m.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several ordinances, including zoning changes and historic property designations. The body will also consider funding for infrastructure repairs and the second phase of the City Hall Relocation Project.

• Authorization of $1,135,000.00 for phase two of the City Hall Relocation Project with FCI Constructors, Inc.
• Repairs to Vactor #361 Jet Vac by Farris Machinery, Inc. not to exceed $105,000.00
• Expenditures of $70,000.00 to repair dump truck Unit 256
• Zoning change for 820 6650 Road from R-2 Low Density to R-5 Low Density/Manufactured Housing
• Annexation of the Hilltop North Addition and its zoning as an R-4 High Density District

City Council approved several infrastructure repairs and property rezonings. The council also designated two local sites as historic properties and approved a supplemental budget ordinance for 2022.

• Authorized $1,135,000.00 for City Hall Relocation Project phase two (All voted yes)
• Approved $105,000.00 not-to-exceed for Vactor #361 Jet-Vac repairs (All voted yes)
• Approved $70,000.00 for dump truck Unit 256 repairs (All voted yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2601 rezoning 820 6650 Road from R-2 to R-5 (All present voted yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2602 and 2603 annexing Hilltop North Addition as R-4 (All voted yes)
• Designated 44 S Grand Ave and 112 W Main St as Historic Properties (All voted yes)
• Approved liquor license transfer at 511 E. Main Street to The Temple LLC (All voted yes)
• Appointed Catherine Stroh and Darlene Mora to Historic Preservation Commission (All voted yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure recommendations and planning. The meeting includes interviews for Planning Commission applicants and reviews of emergency public works repairs.

• North Townsend Avenue Access Control Plan discussion
• Emergency dump truck repair recommendation
• Emergency culvert replacement recommendation
• Planning Commission applicant interviews for Richard Rogers, David Fishering, and Chad Huffman

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a preliminary plat for the Cedar View Subdivision and a sketch plan for The Grove Subdivision. The body will also consider a rezoning request for portions of the Seasons Subdivision.

• Cedar View Subdivision Amended Preliminary Plat #3 for 86 future lots
• Seasons Subdivision request to rezone from R-3A and B-4 to R-4 High Density District
• The Grove Subdivision Sketch Plan for 129 single-family residential lots on 44.64 acres

Historic Preservation Commission

The meeting scheduled for September 22, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 27, 2022.

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2023 Municipal Budget and associated funding ordinances. The meeting also includes several zoning changes, a property annexation, and historic property designations.

• Resolution 2022-16 and Amended Ordinance 2599 for 2023 Budget approval
• Ordinance 2600: Rezoning Eagle Ranch P.D. Filing 1, Amendment 3, Outlot 1 from R-2 to R-3A
• Ordinance 2601: Rezoning 820 6650 Road from R-2 to R-5
• Annexation of Hilltop North Addition and its zoning as R-4 (Resolution 2022-17, Ordinances 2602 and 2603)
• Historic property designations for 44 S Grand Ave and 112 W Main St (Ordinances 2604 and 2605)

City Council approved the 2023 municipal budget and passed several zoning changes and annexations. The council also advanced the historic property designation of two local buildings on first reading.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget via Amended Ordinance 2599 and Resolution 2022-16 (All yes)
• Approved rezoning of Eagle Ranch P.D. Outlot 1 from R-2 to R-3A (All yes)
• Passed first reading of rezoning 820 6650 Road from R-2 to R-5 (All present yes)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-17 Findings of Fact for Hilltop North Addition (All yes)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2602 for Hilltop North Addition annexation (All yes)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2603 zoning Hilltop North Addition as R-4 (All yes)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2604 designating 44 S Grand Ave as a Historic Property (All yes)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 2605 designating 112 W Main St as a Historic Property (All yes)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss the city's partnership with Colorado Mesa University. This discussion will take place in an executive session to determine positions for potential negotiations.

• Executive session regarding partnership with Colorado Mesa University

The City Council convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss positions regarding a partnership with Colorado Mesa University. No further actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss Colorado Mesa University partnership

City Council

The City Council is meeting for an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters. The session includes discussions on potential litigation and a mid-cycle informal review of the City Manager.

• Executive session for legal advice regarding potential litigation
• Discussion of City Manager mid-cycle informal review

The City Council convened a special meeting to enter an executive session for legal advice and personnel matters. No substantive public actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice and personnel review (All voted yes)

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. The meeting includes a progress report on land use code revisions and a review of the 2022 supplemental budget.

• Interviews for Historic Preservation Commission applicants Catherine Stroh and Darlene Mora
• 2022 Supplemental Budget Review
• Contract amendment recommendation for the City Hall Relocation Project
• Recommendation for Vactor #361 Jet-Vac repairs
• North Townsend Waterline Easement Swap

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 30, 2022.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings to review applications for historic property designation. The commission will determine if the properties conform to the criteria established in § 4-15 of the Official Code of the City of Montrose.

• Historic Designation Hearing for Montrose Electric Light & Power Co.
• Historic Designation Hearing for Montrose Radium Ore Sampler

The Historic Preservation Commission approved historic property designations for two locations after staff confirmed they met eligibility criteria. The commission also received an update on the Tortilla Flats Neighborhood Survey Report.

• Approved historic designation for Montrose Electric Light & Power Co. at 44 S. Grand Avenue (All voted yes)
• Approved historic designation for Montrose Radium Ore Sampler at 112 W Main Street (All voted yes)
• Approved minutes from September 27, 2022 regular meeting (All voted yes)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2023 fiscal year budget and a new fee schedule. The meeting includes decisions on liquor licensing, zoning changes, and a request to waive utility connection fees for a health center.

• Ordinance 2599: First reading of the budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023
• Resolution 2022-14: Adoption of the 2023 Fee Schedule
• Request to abate $47,533.00 in water and sewer connection fees for Montrose Regional Health Ambulatory Care Center
• Liquor license application for Pomona Brewing Company at 830 N. Townsend Avenue
• Ordinance 2600: Zoning change for Eagle Ranch P.D. Outlot 1 from R-2 to R-3A

City Council passed the first reading of the 2023 budget and approved a liquor license for Pomona Brewing Company. The council also approved a residential development at Valley Ranch and designated the Knights of Pythias Building as a historic property.

• Approved Brew Pub liquor license for Pomona Brewing Company at 830 N. Townsend Avenue (Unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2599 (2023 budget of $94.8 million) on first reading (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-14 updating the 2023 Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-15 opting out of the Colorado FAMLI insurance program (Unanimous)
• Approved abatement of $47,533 in water/sewer connection fees for Montrose Regional Health Ambulatory Care Center (Majority; Ed Ulibarri voted no)
• Approved Falls at Valley Ranch Preliminary Planned Development and Amended Preliminary Plat (Unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2600 (rezoning Eagle Ranch P.D. Outlot 1 to R-3A) on first reading (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2598 designating Knights of Pythias Building as a Historic Property (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for an executive session with the City Attorney. The session will cover potential litigation and a franchise agreement.

• Executive session regarding potential litigation
• Executive session regarding a franchise agreement

The City Council convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation and a franchise agreement. No further actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

• Entered executive session for conference with City Attorney (All voted yes)
• Adjourned meeting with no further action taken (All voted yes)

City Council

The City Council work session scheduled for October 31, 2022, has been canceled. The next session is scheduled for November 14, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider requests to change zoning designations for properties on 6650 Road and within the Seasons Subdivision. The body will also review a sketch plan and PD amendment for the Painted Wall Subdivision to reduce residential density.

• Request to rezone 820 6650 Road from R-2 to R-5 (1.1 acres)
• Request to rezone portions of Seasons Subdivision east of Pennsylvania St and northeast of S Hillcrest Dr and Miami Rd to R-4
• Review of Painted Wall Subdivision sketch plan and PD amendment for 8 single-family lots on 3.32 acres

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings to review historic property designation applications for two sites. The body will also discuss a finalized neighborhood historic context survey.

• Historic designation hearing for Montrose Electric Light & Power Co.
• Historic designation hearing for Montrose Radium Ore Sampler
• Discussion of Tortilla Flats/La Raza Park Neighborhood Historic Context Survey

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority is meeting to consider an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Montrose for legal services. The board will also discuss proposed bylaws for the authority and receive an update on TIF expenditures.

• Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Montrose and MURA regarding legal services
• Discussion of proposed bylaws for the Montrose Urban Renewal Authority
• TIF expenditure update
• Approval of June 2, 2022 meeting minutes

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority (MURA) board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Montrose for legal services, with no additional charges for standard work. The board also received a TIF expenditure update on the Colorado Outdoors development and discussed a draft of new bylaws.

• Approved minutes of June 2, 2022, regular meeting (all in favor)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Legal Services with City of Montrose (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding two professional service contracts and reviewing a subdivision plat. The body is also considering a liquor license transfer and the designation of a historic property.

• Contract award to Carollo Engineers, Inc. for $54,404.00 for a Stormwater Utility Fee Study
• Contract award to Orion Environmental, Inc. for $74,261.25 to safeguard the former Bullock Power Plant at 30 W. South 4th Street
• Basecamp Subdivision Final Plat to create 2 new multifamily residential lots
• Ordinance 2598 first reading to designate the Knights of Pythias Building at 33 S Cascade Ave as a Historic Property
• Retail Liquor Store license transfer at 113 W. Main Street from Phil's Enterprises LLC to Quick Shop, LLC

The Montrose City Council approved a $54,404 contract with Carollo Engineers for a Stormwater Utility Fee Study and authorized $74,261.25 for safeguarding the former Bullock Power Plant. Council also approved a retail liquor license transfer at 113 W. Main Street, adopted Ordinance 2597 removing a graffiti fund provision, and approved the Basecamp Subdivision Final Plat (one no vote). Ordinance 2598 designating the Knights of Pythias Building as a historic property passed on first reading.

• Approved minutes of Oct 3 special and Oct 4 regular meetings (all yes)
• Appointed Jeremy Omvig to Historic Preservation Commission through Oct 16, 2025 (all yes)
• Approved transfer of Retail Liquor Store license at 113 W. Main St to Quick Shop, LLC (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2597 on second reading, removing graffiti fund provision (all yes)
• Awarded $54,404 contract to Carollo Engineers for Stormwater Utility Fee Study (all yes)
• Awarded $74,261.25 contract to Orion Environmental for Bullock Power Plant safeguarding (all yes)
• Approved Basecamp Subdivision Final Plat (Ed Ulibarri voted no; all others yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2598 on first reading, designating Knights of Pythias Building as historic property (all yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session. The session is for determining positions regarding negotiations for a partnership with local entities for the future use of city property.

• Executive session regarding partnership with local entities for city property use

The council convened a special meeting and immediately entered an executive session to discuss a potential partnership for future use of city property. After reconvening, the council adjourned with no further action taken.

• Approved executive session for negotiations on city property partnership (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and community items. The body is reviewing proposed fee changes for 2023 and a request for support for the Montrose Regional Health Ambulatory Care Center.

• Proposed 2023 Fee Schedule Revisions
• Request for Support of Montrose Regional Health Ambulatory Care Center
• Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Act discussion
• Errant Golf Ball discussion
• Defensible Decision Making discussion

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several land-use applications, including a conditional use permit for a vehicle dealership and residential subdivision changes. The body will also consider rezoning requests for two different properties to change density districts.

• Conditional Use Permit for Vamoose Gear to sell motorcycles and power sports vehicles at 1912 S Townsend Ave
• Amended preliminary plat for The Falls at Valley Ranch subdivision (7 residential lots) north of Otter Rd and south of Ogden Rd
• Request to rezone 8.42 acres at 67021 Oak Grove Rd from R-2 Low Density to R-3A Medium Density
• Proposal for initial R-4 High Density zoning for the 10.01-acre Hilltop North Addition east of 6600 Road

City Council

The City Council will review liquor license applications and a preliminary plat for the Woods Crossing North Subdivision. The body is also considering an intergovernmental agreement with Montrose County for shared liquor licensing services.

• Liquor license transfer for 1391 S. Townsend Avenue (Holiday Inn Express)
• New Lodging and Entertainment liquor license for Montrose Day Spa at 1544 Oxbow Drive
• Woods Crossing North Subdivision Preliminary Plat approval
• Ordinance 2597 first reading to remove a reference to an unused account
• Resolution 2022-13 setting Nov. 15, 2022, as the Hilltop North Addition Annexation hearing date

The council approved the preliminary plat for Woods Crossing North, a 160.71-acre subdivision with 287 single-family lots and a 5.42-acre park, conditioned on staff review. It also approved two liquor license transfers and a new license, passed a first-reading ordinance removing an unused graffiti fund, set a November 15 annexation hearing, and renewed a shared-services agreement with the county for liquor licensing.

• Approved Woods Crossing North preliminary plat (287 lots, 5.42-acre park) (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of tavern liquor license at 1391 S. Townsend Ave. to CP Montrose LLC (unanimous)
• Approved new lodging and entertainment liquor license at 1544 Oxbow Dr. for Montrose Day Spa (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2597 on first reading, removing unused graffiti fund provision (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-13 setting Nov. 15 hearing for Hilltop North Addition annexation (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Montrose County for liquor licensing shared services (unanimous)
• Appointed seven members to Youth City Council for 2022-2023 term (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss a personnel matter. The discussion is limited to a mid-cycle informal review of the City Attorney.

• Executive session regarding City Attorney mid-cycle informal review

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on October 3, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session for a personnel matter—specifically, the city attorney's mid-cycle informal review. The council voted unanimously to enter the session and later reconvened and adjourned with no further action taken. No substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session for city attorney mid-cycle informal review (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review contract award recommendations for a stormwater utility fee study and the safeguarding of the historic power plant. Members will also discuss the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Contract award recommendation for Stormwater Utility Fee Study
• Contract award recommendation for safeguarding of Historic Power Plant
• 2023 City Council Meeting Schedule

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 28, 2022 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2022.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review an application for historic property designation. The commission will determine if the Knights of Pythias Building meets the criteria established in § 4-15 of the Official Code of the City of Montrose.

• Historic Designation Hearing for the Knights of Pythias Building

The Commission unanimously approved the historic property designation application for the Knights of Pythias Building at 33 S. Cascade Avenue. They also received an update on the La Raza Neighborhood/Tortilla Flats Historic Context Report and Survey, with a final version and public meeting to be scheduled. Minutes from July 26, 2022 were approved.

• Approved minutes of July 26, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved historic designation for Knights of Pythias Building, 33 S. Cascade Avenue (unanimous)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will consider three ordinances on second reading, including a temporary moratorium on adult gaming arcades. The body will also interview applicants for the 2022-2023 Youth City Council and review a special events permit.

• Ordinance 2594: Extension of temporary moratorium on new or relocated adult gaming arcade uses
• Special Events Permit for Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club to serve alcohol at the 500 Block of Main Street for Dinner on Main on September 24, 2022
• Ordinance 2595: Recodification of Colorado Revised Statutes in Title 5 Chapter 11
• Ordinance 2596: Recodification of Colorado Revised Statutes in Title 5 Chapter 12
• Interviews for the 2022-2023 Montrose Youth City Council

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2594 on second reading, extending a city-wide moratorium on new adult gaming arcade uses until September 21, 2023. The council also adopted two technical ordinances updating state statute references for pawnbrokers and alcohol regulations. A special events permit was granted for the Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club to serve alcohol at a Main Street dinner event.

• Adopted Ordinance 2594 extending adult gaming arcade moratorium to Sept 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2595 updating pawnbroker statute references (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2596 updating alcohol statute references (unanimous)
• Approved special events permit for Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club for Dinner on Main (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Sept 6, 2022 special and regular meetings (unanimous)
• Proclaimed Sept 17-23 as Constitution Week in Montrose

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to conduct a personnel matter discussion. The session focuses on a mid-cycle informal review for the Municipal Court Judge.

• Executive session regarding Municipal Court Judge mid-cycle informal review

The Montrose City Council met in special session and immediately entered executive session to discuss a personnel matter regarding the Municipal Court Judge's mid-cycle informal review. After reconvening, the council voted unanimously to adjourn with no further action taken.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for Municipal Court Judge mid-cycle informal review (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn with no further action taken (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and planning items. The session includes a consultant introduction for a housing needs assessment and a proposed intergovernmental agreement with Montrose County for liquor licensing services.

• Hilltop North Addition Annexation
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose County for Liquor Licensing Shared Services
• Housing Needs Assessment Consultant Introduction
• Discussion of Graffiti Fund Monies
• Court Appointed Counsel

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a preliminary plat for the Woods Crossing North subdivision and a paving variance for Performance Auto Body. The residential project involves subdividing two parcels into homes, a public park, and open space.

• Woods Crossing North Subdivision preliminary plat for 287 residential lots northeast of 6720 Rd and Sunnyside Rd
• Paving variance request from Performance Auto Body for Lot 10 of the Montrose Aerotech Business Park Subdivision

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss traffic and infrastructure projects. Members will review results from the West Main Revitalization Traffic Study and construction for the Chipeta Signalization Project.

• Chipeta Signalization Project Construction
• West Main Revitalization Traffic Study results and public outreach
• Special Events Alcohol Permit for Dinner on Main Event

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session. The primary purpose is to enter an executive session with the City Attorney to receive legal advice.

• Executive session for legal advice pursuant to C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b)

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on September 6, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session for legal advice. After reconvening, the council approved the City Attorney's request to engage outside counsel using up to 8 free hours. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved entering executive session for legal advice (unanimous)
• Approved engaging outside counsel with up to 8 free hours (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings for three ordinances and consider a construction contract for security improvements. The body will also review a memorandum of understanding for a veterans plaza in Cerise Park.

• Ordinance 2594: Extension of temporary moratorium on new or relocated adult gaming arcades
• Ordinance 2595 and 2596: Recodification of Colorado Revised Statutes in Title 5
• Memorandum of Understanding with Montrose Veterans Memorial Coalition for a plaza in Cerise Park
• Construction contract award to Stryker & Company, Inc. for $237,519.49 for Council Chambers Security Improvements Project

The council passed three ordinances on first reading, including extending a moratorium on new adult gaming arcades for one year. It also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Montrose Veterans Memorial Coalition to create a veterans plaza in Cerise Park, and awarded a $237,519.49 construction contract for security improvements to the council chambers dais.

• Passed Ordinance 2594 on first reading extending adult gaming arcade moratorium (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2595 on first reading recodifying state statute references (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2596 on first reading updating liquor code penalties (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Montrose Veterans Memorial Coalition for veterans plaza in Cerise Park (unanimous, Reed recused)
• Awarded $237,519.49 construction contract to Stryker & Company for council chambers security improvements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 15 and August 16, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review minutes from previous meetings and receive a staff presentation. City staff will explain the planning processes and the steps required for a building from beginning to end.

• Staff presentation on planning processes and building steps

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for August 23, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022.

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for August 17, 2022, was canceled.

City Council

The Montrose City Council will discuss a development agreement for 160 market-rate rental apartments and a final plat for 44 residential lots. The body is also reviewing liquor license applications and an ordinance regarding emergency telephone service charges.

• Amended development agreement with 1890 Homestead, LLC for 160 rental units at The Hub at Montrose Crossing
• Waterfall Canyon Subdivision Filing No. 6 Final Plat to create 44 residential lots
• Ordinance 2593 (second reading) regarding Montrose Emergency Telephone Service Authority rates
• New liquor license application for Bluecorn Cafe at 1842 S. Townsend Avenue
• Liquor license transfer at 147 N. First Street from Two Rascals Brewing Company LLC to Silver Basin Brewing LLC

The Montrose City Council approved an amended development agreement with 1890 Homestead, LLC to extend the building permit deadline for the Hub at Montrose Crossing's first phase, which will include 160 market-rate rental apartments. The council also approved two special events alcohol permits, a new liquor license for Bluecorn Cafe, a brew pub license transfer for Silver Basin Brewing, Ordinance 2593, a CDBG contract amendment for the Boys & Girls Club, and the Waterfall Canyon Subdivision Final Plat. All votes were unanimous except for the Hub agreement, which passed 7-1 with Ed Ulibarri voting no.

• Approved amended development agreement with 1890 Homestead, LLC for Hub at Montrose Crossing (7-1, Ulibarri no)
• Approved Special Events Alcohol Permit for MADA 50th Anniversary Fiesta (unanimous)
• Approved Special Events Alcohol Permit for Chamber Business After Hours (unanimous)
• Approved new Lodging and Entertainment liquor license for Bluecorn Cafe (unanimous)
• Approved Brew Pub liquor license transfer to Silver Basin Brewing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2593 on second reading (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG contract amendment for Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club (unanimous)
• Approved Waterfall Canyon Subdivision Filing No. 6 Final Plat (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to receive legal advice from the Assistant City Attorney. The meeting is scheduled to occur in an executive session.

• Executive session with Assistant City Attorney for legal advice pursuant to C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b)

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on August 15, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session for legal advice. After reconvening, the council adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Entered executive session for legal advice (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and project items. The meeting includes the introduction of five new city employees and discussions regarding contracts and agreements.

• Council Chambers Dias Construction contract award recommendation
• MOU with Montrose Veterans Memorial Coalition
• Community Development Block Grant contract amendment for Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review minutes from July 27, 2022. City staff will provide presentations regarding defensible decision making and the planning to building processes.

• Staff presentations on defensible decision making
• Staff presentations on planning to building processes

City Council

The Montrose City Council approved several items, including a $48,890 contract for a housing needs assessment, a $75,000 contract for a water resource master plan, a $48,080 VALE grant application for two victim advocate positions, and a special events alcohol permit for FUNC Fest. They also passed Ordinance 2593 on first reading to delegate 911 fee-setting authority to METSA, and approved the Cedar Creek Townhomes preliminary plat. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $48,890 contract to Points Consulting for housing needs assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 contract to LRE Water for water resource inventory and master plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-12 authorizing VALE grant application for two victim advocates (unanimous)
• Approved special events alcohol permit for FUNC Fest on Aug 13 (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2593 on first reading delegating METSA fee-setting authority (unanimous)
• Approved Cedar Creek Townhomes preliminary plat with conditions (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a contract award recommendation for a Housing Needs Assessment. The body will also review special events alcohol permits and receive a report from the Montrose Police Department.

• Housing Needs Assessment contract award recommendation
• Special events alcohol permits
• Montrose Police Department report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed sign code variance for San Juan Lodging Group, LLC. The request concerns signage for the Fairfield by Marriott in the I-1 Light Industrial District.

• Proposed variance for Fairfield by Marriott to allow 283.721 sq ft of signage across 4 signs (standard is 200 sq ft across 2 signs)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider an application for the alteration of a Designated Historic Property. The commission will determine if the request conforms to established criteria and city code.

• Review of alteration application for Designated Historic Property at 345 and 347 E Main St

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission approved an application to alter a designated historic property at 345 and 347 E Main St, allowing exterior paint work that maintains historic features. The approval was based on staff findings and is required for the applicant to pursue a Facade Improvement Matching Grant. The commission also approved the June 28, 2022 minutes as corrected and received an update on the Tortilla Flats Neighborhood Survey Report.

• Approved alteration of designated historic property at 345 and 347 E Main St (all voted yes)
• Approved minutes of June 28, 2022 regular meeting as corrected (all voted yes)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:31 p.m. (all voted yes)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a renovation contract for City Hall and the acceptance of national opioid settlement funds. The body will also consider an amendment to a fuel contract with Parish Oil Company.

• Proposed $1,500,000.00 award to FCI Constructors, Inc. for City Hall renovation at 400 E. Main Street
• Acceptance of funds from the national opioid settlement agreement
• Amendment of an existing fuel contract with Parish Oil Company
• Park and Recreation Month Proclamation

The Montrose City Council unanimously approved a $1.5 million contract with FCI Constructors, Inc. for the renovation of City Hall at 400 E. Main Street (former Wells Fargo building), covering construction management, asbestos abatement, and roofing. The council also unanimously approved an amendment to the fuel contract with Parish Oil Company to cover increased surcharges and delivery fees, totaling approximately $8,000. The opioid settlement funds item was removed from the agenda, and a proclamation for Park and Recreation Month was issued.

• Approved $1.5M City Hall renovation contract with FCI Constructors (unanimous)
• Approved fuel contract amendment with Parish Oil Company (unanimous)
• Removed opioid settlement funds item from agenda
• Proclaimed July 2022 as Park and Recreation Month

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative agreements and infrastructure projects. Key topics include water resource master planning and intersection capacity studies on Townsend Avenue.

• Water Resource Inventory and Master Planning Project
• Townsend Avenue Intersection Capacity Studies Project
• The Hub at Montrose Crossing Development Agreement deadline extension request
• Opioid Settlement Agreement
• Victim Assistance Law Enforcement (VALE) Grant Resolution

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a proposed preliminary plat to subdivide a lot into five townhome sublots. The project involves a 5-unit multifamily residential building at 708 Cedar Creek Ave.

• Preliminary plat for Cedar Creek Townhomes at 708 Cedar Creek Ave (Lot 46 of Cedar Creek Subdivision)
• Proposed 5-unit multifamily residential building in R-4 High Density District
• Application submitted by Garret Smith with Color Red Construction

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a contract award recommendation for City Hall renovations and an amendment to a fuel contract. The session also includes an interview for a Planning Commission alternate position.

• Interview of Terry Ferris for Planning Commission Alternate
• Fuel Contract Amendment discussion
• City Hall Renovation CMGC Contract Award Recommendation
• City Council Chambers redesign and technology update

City Council

The City Council will discuss extending a contract for manhole repairs and approving a right-of-way dedication plat. The body will also consider appointing an alternate member to the Planning Commission.

• Contract extension with Concrete Conservation, Inc. not to exceed $100,000.00 for manhole rehabilitation
• Approval of the Revised 6700 Road Right of Way Dedication Plat
• Appointment of an alternate member to the Planning Commission from applicants Terry Ferris, Ronald L. Cairns, and Roy Jerome Dantzman
• Oath of Office for City Attorney Bennet A. Morris

The Montrose City Council approved a $100,000 contract extension with Concrete Conservation, Inc. for manhole rehabilitation on Townsend Avenue, appointed Ronald L. Cairns as an alternate Planning Commission member, and approved a revised plat for 6700 Road. All decisions were made with recorded votes.

• Approved $100,000 contract extension with Concrete Conservation, Inc. for manhole rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronald L. Cairns as alternate Planning Commission member, term to Dec 31, 2024 (8-1, Ulibarri no)
• Approved Revised 6700 Road Right of Way plat (unanimous, Ulibarri recused)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hold a public comment session. The primary focus of the meeting is a discussion regarding the Tortilla Flats/La Raza Park Historic Context Survey Update.

• Discussion of Tortilla Flats/La Raza Park Historic Context Survey Update

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond approving the May 25, 2022 minutes. Updates were provided on the La Raza Neighborhood/Tortilla Flats historic context report, a potential funding partnership with the Historical Society, and an upcoming presentation at The Forum.

• Approved minutes of May 25, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider conditional use permits for a school and a multifamily residential structure. The body will also review a sketch plan for a new residential subdivision.

• Conditional use permit renewal for a school building for Black Canyon Boys and Girls Club, LLC (Lot 1, Atwood Minor Subdivision)
• Conditional use permit for a 6-unit multifamily residential structure by ESC Partners, LLC (Lot 5, Miami Business Park Subdivision Filing No. 2)
• Sketch Plan review for Crossroads Park II Subdivision, proposing 28 residential units on 1.688 acres at 6600 Rd and Locust Rd

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on infrastructure and environmental programs. The meeting includes interviews for a Planning Commission alternate position and a review of a fireworks permit application.

• Project 7 Resiliency Project update
• Turf Replacement Program overview with State Representative Marc Catlin
• Manhole Rehabilitation contract extension
• Fireworks Display Permit Application
• Planning Commission alternate applicant interviews for Terry Ferris, Ronald L. Cairns, and Roy Jerome Dantzman

City Council

The City Council will consider the second reading of ordinances to annex and zone the 6700 DeJulio Addition. The body will also review a preliminary plat for Waterfall Canyon and a right-of-way dedication plat for 6700 Road.

• Ordinance 2591: Annexation of the 6700 DeJulio Addition
• Ordinance 2592: Zoning of 6700 DeJulio Addition as 'R-1A' Large Estate District
• Waterfall Canyon Amended Preliminary Plat #3
• 6700 Road Right of Way Dedication Plat
• Fireworks Display Permit for July 4, 2022

The Montrose City Council approved the annexation of the 9.35-acre 6700 DeJulio Addition (Ordinance 2591) and its zoning as R-1A Large Estate District (Ordinance 2592), both on second reading. The council also approved the 6700 Road Right of Way Dedication Plat, which dedicates right of way for the road extension. Additionally, the council approved the Waterfall Canyon Amended Preliminary Plat #3, creating 320 single-family lots in five phases, subject to staff conditions. A fireworks display permit for July 4 was approved, and the June 7 minutes were approved with one abstention.

• Adopted Ordinance 2591 annexing 6700 DeJulio Addition (all present yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2592 zoning 6700 DeJulio Addition as R-1A (all present yes)
• Approved 6700 Road Right of Way Dedication Plat (all present yes)
• Approved Waterfall Canyon Amended Preliminary Plat #3 with conditions (all yes)
• Approved July 4 fireworks display permit (all yes)
• Approved June 7, 2022 minutes (Bynum abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed amended preliminary plat for the Waterfall Canyon Subdivision. The proposal seeks to subdivide remaining unbuilt portions of the property into 320 single-family lots.

• Waterfall Canyon Amended Preliminary Plat #3: proposal for 320 single-family lots on Parcel #376732124037
• Project location: south of Spring Creek Rd, adjacent to Blue Lake Dr, Alta Lakes Ave, and Pilot Knob Ave
• Zoning: R-3 Medium Density District and R-3A Medium High Density District
• Applicant: Matt Miles with Leadership Circle, LLC

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the annexation and R-1A zoning of the 6700 DeJulio Addition. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and a sales tax exemption for carryout bag fees.

• Annexation and R-1A Large Estate District zoning for 6700 DeJulio Addition
• Contract for 6700 Road Extension Project design with Del-Mont Consultants for $97,200.00
• Authorization of $238,000.00 for Park Avenue and Main Street improvements, including a $215,908.94 contract with Kuboske Construction, LLC
• Asbestos abatement at 400 E. Main Street with a $67,492.35 contract for Asbestos Professionals LLC
• Ordinance 2590 regarding a sales tax exemption for state-imposed carryout bag fees

The Montrose City Council approved several items, including the annexation and zoning of the 6700 DeJulio Addition, a design contract for the 6700 Road Extension, and multiple other contracts and ordinances. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Councilor Ulibarri recusing from the annexation items due to a relationship with the applicants.

• Approved transfer of Hotel and Restaurant liquor license at 1032 6450 Road from Kinikin Processing LLC to Kinikin Processing Company LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2590 on second reading, amending sales tax exemption for state carryout bag fee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-11, Findings of Fact for 6700 DeJulio Addition annexation (unanimous, Ulibarri recused)
• Passed Ordinance 2591 on first reading, annexing the 6700 DeJulio Addition (unanimous, Ulibarri recused)
• Passed Ordinance 2592 on first reading, zoning the 6700 DeJulio Addition as R-1A Large Estate District (unanimous, Ulibarri recused)
• Approved Brown Ranch Subdivision Amendment #4 Preliminary Plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2588 on second reading, conveying city-owned remnant parcel to Montrose County (unanimous)
• Awarded $97,200 contract to Del-Mont Consultants for 6700 Road Extension design (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council work session scheduled for June 6, 2022, has been canceled.

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority is meeting to discuss development and grant agreements. The board will consider contracts for interior improvements and a new manufacturing and restaurant facility.

• Grant Contract with Colorado Creative Industries for interior improvements to Flex Buildings at Colorado Outdoors
• Development Agreement with Shelter QOZB, LLC for a headquarters, manufacturing, and restaurant facility at Colorado Outdoors
• TIF expenditure update

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority approved a development agreement with Shelter QOZB, LLC for a new headquarters, manufacturing, and restaurant facility at Colorado Outdoors, with amendments and financing from MURA cash on hand. The board also approved a Land Use Restriction Agreement and grant contract with Colorado Creative Industries for Flex Building improvements. Minutes from March 16, 2022, were approved. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes of March 16, 2022, regular meeting (all yes)
• Approved Land Use Restriction Agreement and grant contract with Colorado Creative Industries for Flex Building interior improvements (all yes)
• Approved development agreement with Shelter QOZB, LLC for headquarters, manufacturing, and restaurant facility at Colorado Outdoors (Ed Ulibarri abstained, all others yes)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to receive legal advice and determine negotiation positions. The discussion focuses on ongoing litigation.

• Executive session regarding ongoing litigation

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on May 31, 2022, and immediately entered executive session to receive legal advice and discuss ongoing litigation. The council reconvened and adjourned with no further action taken.

• Entered executive session for legal advice and litigation discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several residential and commercial development projects. This includes a preliminary plat for the Brown Ranch subdivision and a zoning request for the 6700 DeJulio addition.

• Review of sketch plan for 5 townhomes at 708 Cedar Creek Ave
• Preliminary plat for Brown Ranch Subdivision Amendment 4 involving 17 lots on Donnegal Dr and 24 lots on Chestnut Dr
• Proposal for Montrose Regional Health Outpatient Care Center at S. Rio Grande Ave and Orange Rd
• Initial 'R-1A' zoning request for the 9.35-acre 6700 DeJulio Addition south of 6700 Rd and Miami Rd

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to conduct a Section 106 Review regarding Phase IX Piping Modifications. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting.

• Section 106 Review - Phase IX Piping Modifications

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority is holding a work session to receive a project update and discuss financing for Shelter Distilling Inc. The board will also receive an update on TIF revenue expenditures.

• TIF revenue expenditure update
• Shelter Distilling Inc. project update
• MURA financing discussion for Shelter Distilling Inc.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a construction contract for the Moving Montrose Forward 2022 project. The body is also considering three ordinances regarding sales tax exemptions, planned development regulations, and city-owned real estate.

• Construction contract award to Mountain Valley Contracting for $1,430,000.00
• Ordinance 2590: Sales tax exemption for Colorado state carryout bag fees
• Ordinance 2589: Amendments to Planned Development (PD) regulations
• Ordinance 2588: Conveyance of interest in City-owned real estate
• Liquor license transfer for 1032 6450 Road from Kinikin Processing LLC to Kinikin Processing Company LLC

The Montrose City Council approved a $1,430,000 construction contract with Mountain Valley Contracting for the 2022 street maintenance project. The council also passed ordinances on first and second readings, including a sales tax exemption for carryout bag fees and updates to planned development regulations. A liquor license transfer was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved $1,430,000 street maintenance contract with Mountain Valley Contracting (all yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2590 on first reading to exempt carryout bag fees from sales tax (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2589 on second reading to streamline planned development amendment process (all yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2588 on first reading to convey city-owned property to Montrose County (all yes)
• Continued liquor license transfer application to June 7, 2022 meeting (all yes)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 meeting (all yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several infrastructure and regulatory projects. The meeting includes reviews of a development code project and specific contracts for road and street work.

• Unified Development Code Project discussion with Plan Tools, LLC
• 6700 Road Extension Design Contract
• Main Street Streetscaping Project Authorization
• Asbestos Abatement Contract Award

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation from City staff regarding Chapter 12 of the Envision 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting.

• Presentation on Envision 2040 Implementation Plan (Chapter 12)

City Council

The Montrose City Council will discuss a new liquor license application and a residential subdivision plat. The body is also considering resolutions regarding bond allocations and an annexation hearing date, as well as an ordinance to clarify planned development regulations.

• Liquor license application for Trattoria Di Sofia, LLC at 1343 Mayfly Drive
• Bear Creek Subdivision Filing No. 7 Final Plat to create 32 new residential lots
• Resolution 2022-09 regarding private activity bond allocation to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority
• Resolution 2022-10 setting June 7, 2022 as the hearing date for the 6700 DeJulio Addition annexation
• Ordinance 2589 (first reading) to amend Planned Development (PD) regulations

The Montrose City Council approved a new Hotel and Restaurant liquor license for Trattoria Di Sofia at 1343 Mayfly Drive, allowing the family-owned Italian restaurant to relocate and expand with a full bar. The council also adopted resolutions for a bond allocation and an annexation hearing, passed an ordinance on first reading, and approved a final plat for a 32-lot subdivision.

• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant liquor license for Trattoria Di Sofia at 1343 Mayfly Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-09 assigning $1,125,667 private activity bond allocation to Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-10 setting June 7, 2022 hearing for 6700 DeJulio Addition annexation (unanimous, Ulibarri recused)
• Passed Ordinance 2589 on first reading to amend Planned Development regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Bear Creek Subdivision Filing No. 7 Final Plat creating 32 residential lots (unanimous)
• Appointed Steven Ball as regular member of Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 18 and April 19, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss three specific staff items. The meeting focuses on project updates and potential policy changes regarding taxes and public notices.

• Moving Montrose Forward 2022 Contracted Street Maintenance Project
• Sales Tax Exemption on Plastic Bag Fee
• Proposed New Planning Commission Public Notice Sign

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The meeting scheduled for April 27, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2022.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a property alteration application. The body will determine if the request for 428 E Main St conforms to city criteria and official code.

• Public hearing for alteration of Designated Historic Property at 428 E Main St

City Council

The City Council will swear in newly elected officials and select a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The body is also considering several property acquisitions, zoning changes, and infrastructure project contracts.

• Purchase of real property at 400 East Main Street and 424 South Second Street
• Zoning change for Tract 4 of Rosemont Subdivision from Manufactured Housing Residential to Regional Commercial
• 6700 DeJulio Annexation and Development Agreement including $291,300.00 for rights of way and easements
• Construction contract for A-1 Chipseal in the amount of $1,428,079.40 for the Moving Montrose Forward 2022 Surface Treatment Project
• Contracts with Browns Hill Engineering & Controls and Sturgeon Electric totaling $688,150.00 for Wastewater Treatment Plant motor control center replacement

The Montrose City Council approved several major items, including a $1.43 million contract for street surface treatments, a $688,150 wastewater plant upgrade, and a $291,300 right-of-way purchase for the 6700 Road project. The council also adopted a revised property purchase resolution and rezoned land for an RV park expansion. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the property purchase.

• Approved $1,428,079.40 contract to A-1 Chipseal for surface treatment project (all yes)
• Approved $688,150 contracts for wastewater plant motor control center replacement (all yes)
• Approved $291,300 for 6700 DeJulio annexation and development agreement (all present yes)
• Adopted Revised Resolution 2022-07 for property purchase at 400 E Main St and 424 S Second St (Ulibarri abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 2587 rezoning 1.85 acres to B-2A for RV park expansion (all yes)
• Approved disposal of four police cars to Western Colorado Law Enforcement Academy (all yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2022 water supply outlook and a proposed amendment to the municipal code regarding Planned Development. Other discussion items include a right of way vacation for the Justice Center and bond allocations to CHFA.

• 2022 Water Supply Outlook discussion
• Amendment of Montrose Municipal Code Section 4.4.24 Planned Development (PD)
• Justice Center Right of Way Vacation
• Private Activity Bond Allocation to CHFA

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of property interests. The meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2022.

• Executive session regarding property acquisition under C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(a)

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on April 18, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session to discuss property acquisition under Colorado law. After reconvening, the council adjourned with no further action taken. No substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session to discuss property acquisition (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action taken (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a sketch plan and Planned Development (PD) amendment for the Painted Wall Patio Homes Subdivision. The proposal seeks to change the site from 24 multi-family units to 17 single-family residential lots.

• Sketch Plan review for Painted Wall Patio Homes Subdivision (3.32 acres)
• Proposed PD Amendment to reduce density and modify setbacks
• Proposed 17 single-family residential lots on property zoned R-3A

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several development and infrastructure items. Topics include a development agreement for an annexation and various equipment and contract awards. The body will also discuss the continuation of hybrid meeting formats.

• 6700 DeJulio Addition Annexation and Development Agreement
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Motor Control Center Replacement
• Moving Montrose Forward Surface Treatment (Slurry and Cape Seal) contract award
• New City Hall Network Infrastructure purchase
• FY 2023 Congressionally Directed Spending Request

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of two real estate properties and a zoning change for the Rosemont Subdivision. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and network infrastructure upgrades.

• Resolution 2022-07: Purchase of real property at 400 East Main Street and 424 South Second Street
• Ordinance 2587: Rezoning Tract 4 of Rosemont Subdivision from Manufactured Housing to Regional Commercial
• Contract award to Green and Bear It LLC for parks mowing totaling $126,400.00
• Authorization of $87,890.00 for Black Canyon Golf Course driving range netting, including a $79,900.00 contract with West Coast Netting
• Purchase of network switches from Flair DataSystems for $51,676.60

The Montrose City Council approved the $1.5 million purchase of properties at 400 East Main Street and 424 South Second Street to relocate City administrative offices, and authorized the City Manager to sign closing documents. The council also approved several other items, including a liquor license transfer, a budget amendment, a zoning change on first reading, and multiple contracts for city services. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1.5M purchase of 400 E Main St and 424 S Second St for new City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of liquor license at 1413 E Main St from Jimmers LLC to Black Canyon Werks LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-08 for $2,090,970 in federal funding requests (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2586 on second reading, moving $3.1M in budget funds (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2587 on first reading, rezoning 1.85 acres from MHR to B-2A (unanimous)
• Approved $51,676.60 purchase of Cisco network switches for new City Hall (unanimous)
• Authorized $87,890 for driving range netting at Black Canyon Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved $55,561 crack seal material purchase and sole source waiver (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real property. The meeting is focused on a real estate acquisition.

• Executive session regarding real estate acquisition

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on March 23, 2022, and voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss a real estate acquisition. After reconvening, the council adjourned with no further action taken. No substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session to discuss real estate acquisition (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to receive an overview of transportation and capital improvement projects from City Engineer Scott Murphy. The body will also review minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting.

• Overview of Transportation & Capital Improvement Projects presented by City Engineer Scott Murphy

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings to consider alteration applications for two designated historic properties. The commission will determine if the proposed changes conform to established criteria and city code.

• Public hearing for alteration of designated historic property at 428 E Main St.
• Public hearing for alteration of designated historic property at 39 W Main St.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two applications for alterations to designated historic properties. The first was for the Montrose Potato Growers Building at 39 W Main Street, involving masonry restoration, graffiti removal, and other rehabilitation. The second was for the S.H. Nye Building at 428 E Main Street, focused on exterior masonry repair. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved alteration application for 39 W Main Street (Montrose Potato Growers Building) (unanimous)
• Approved alteration application for 428 E Main Street (S.H. Nye Building) (unanimous)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority will receive updates on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) expenditures and 2021 base, increment, and revenue calculations. Following the meeting, board members are invited to a site visit at the Colorado Outdoors Development.

• TIF expenditure update
• 2021 MURA base/increment and revenue calculations
• Site visit at Colorado Outdoors Development (1101 Mayfly Drive) including Flex Building, Colorado Yurt Company, and Basecamp Apartments

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board approved the minutes from its January 19 regular and January 31 special meetings as presented. The board received an update on TIP expenditures showing a cost savings of roughly $375,000, and a presentation on 2021 base/increment revenue calculations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Jan 19 regular and Jan 31 special meetings (unanimous)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for April 27 at 2:00 pm
• Adjourned at 3:16 pm with no further action

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning updates and annexations, including the Niagara Road and Mier additions. The body is also considering two contract awards for infrastructure and facility maintenance.

• Professional services contract for KLJ Engineering for West Main Revitalization Project: $367,001.30
• Montrose Pavilion carpet replacement funds: $114,030.64 (contract with Carpetrends, Inc. for $103,664.22)
• Ordinance 2581: Zoning updates to define and specify locations for supportive housing
• Ordinances 2582 and 2583: Annexation and B-2 Highway Commercial zoning for Niagara Road Addition
• Ordinances 2584 and 2585: Annexation and R-3 Medium Density zoning for Mier Addition

The Montrose City Council unanimously adopted five ordinances on second reading, including zoning changes to allow supportive housing, annexation and zoning of the Niagara Road and Mier additions, and a budget adjustment. The council also awarded a $367,001.30 contract to KLJ Engineering for the West Main Revitalization Project design, contingent on CDOT concurrence, and approved $114,030.64 for carpet replacement at the Montrose Pavilion.

• Adopted Ordinance 2581 updating zoning to allow supportive housing as conditional use (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2582 annexing 0.456 acres at Niagara Road and St. Mary's Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2583 zoning Niagara Road Addition as B-2 Highway Commercial (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2584 annexing 14.7 acres near Locust Road and 6600 Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2585 zoning Mier Addition as R-3 Medium Density (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2586 on first reading moving $3.1M to Health & Dental Fund (unanimous)
• Awarded $367,001.30 contract to KLJ Engineering for West Main design, contingent on CDOT (unanimous)
• Approved $114,030.64 for Montrose Pavilion carpet replacement, contract with Carpetrends, Inc. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several contract award recommendations and a report. The session focuses on public works maintenance and judicial reporting.

• Municipal Court Annual Report
• Golf Course Driving Range Netting Contract Award Recommendation
• Crack Seal Material Purchase and Sole Source Recommendation
• Parks Mowing Contract Award Recommendation

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to discuss personnel matters. The session is limited to evaluations of the City Manager and Municipal Court Judge.

• Executive session for City Manager evaluation
• Executive session for Municipal Court Judge evaluation

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on March 14, 2022, and immediately entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically evaluations of the City Manager and Municipal Court Judge. After reconvening, the council adjourned with no further action taken.

• Entered executive session for personnel evaluations (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request from Montrose Outdoors, LLC to rezone a 1.85-acre parcel and obtain a conditional use permit. The body will also receive an overview of municipal code updates.

• Request to rezone Tract 4 of Rosemont Subdivision (Parcel #376727102008) from MHR Manufactured Housing Residential District to B-2A Regional Commercial District
• Conditional use permit request for a recreational vehicle park and campground at Tract 4 of Rosemont Subdivision
• Overview of Municipal Code Updates presented by Martin Landers

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances including a moratorium on adult gaming arcades and updates to supportive housing definitions. The body is also considering the annexation of the Niagara Road and Mier additions and awarding two public works contracts.

• Contract award to Felsburg, Holt, and Ullevig for $183,422.50 for the Niagara-Hillcrest Roundabout Project
• Pavement marking contract extension with Stripe A Lot, Inc. not to exceed $175,000.00
• Ordinance 2563 to extend a temporary moratorium on new or relocated adult gaming arcades
• Annexation and zoning of Niagara Road Addition (B-2 Highway Commercial) and Mier Addition (R-3 Medium Density)
• Designation of the S.H. Nye Building at 428 E Main Street as a Historic Property

The Montrose City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including extending the moratorium on adult gaming arcades until September 21, 2022, and adopting ordinances to separate underage tobacco and cannabis possession rules. The council also approved first readings for supportive housing zoning changes, annexations of the Niagara Road and Mier additions, and zoning designations. Additionally, it approved the Home of the Brave preliminary plat, a revised travel home park permit for Riverbend RV Park, a plat amendment for a future roundabout, a design contract for the Niagara-Hillcrest roundabout, and a pavement marking contract extension.

• Adopted Ordinance 2563 extending adult gaming arcade moratorium to Sept 21, 2022 (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2577 separating underage tobacco and cannabis possession rules (all yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2581 on first reading to allow supportive housing in certain zones (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2579 rezoning Yocum Addition to R-3A (all present yes, Reed recused)
• Adopted Ordinance 2580 designating S.H. Nye Building as historic property (all yes)
• Approved Niagara Road Addition annexation and B-2 zoning (first reading) (all yes)
• Approved Mier Addition annexation and R-3 zoning (first reading) (all yes)
• Approved Home of the Brave Preliminary Plat with conditions (all yes)

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2022 Adjusted Budget Ordinance and planning for 2023 budget meetings. The body will also review contract awards for the West Main Revitalization design and carpet replacement at the Montrose Pavilion.

• West Main Revitalization Design Contract Award
• Montrose Pavilion Carpet Replacement Contract Award Recommendation
• 2022 Adjusted Budget Ordinance
• 2023 Budget Meetings planning

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning proposal for the Mier Addition and a sign variance for Bluecorn Beeswax. The body will also review a sketch plan for the Eagle Ranch Subdivision residential development.

• Proposed R-4 High Density District zoning for 14.67 acres at Mier Addition
• Sign variance request for 367.3 square feet of signage at 1842 S. Townsend Avenue
• Sketch Plan review for Eagle Ranch Subdivision, a proposed 8-lot residential development on 4.01 acres

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to elect its officers and discuss goals and objectives for 2022. The meeting also includes reports from the PastForward and Saving Places Conferences.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of 2022 goals and objectives
• Reports from PastForward and Saving Places Conferences

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission elected Jon Horn as Chairperson, Kenneth Huff as Vice Chairperson, and Amanda Lloyd as Secretary for 2022, all by unanimous votes. The commission also approved the January 25, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed goals for the year, including community engagement and historic property designations. An update on the Tortilla Flats Neighborhood Survey was provided, with board members requesting additional historical research and community discussion.

• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jon Horn as Chairperson for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Kenneth Huff as Vice Chairperson for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Amanda Lloyd as Secretary for 2022 (unanimous)
• Added Tortilla Flats Neighborhood Survey discussion to agenda (unanimous)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for February 16, 2022, has been postponed.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several first-reading ordinances, including a moratorium on adult gaming arcades and zoning changes for the Yocum Addition. The body is also considering grant applications for economic development and police victim services. A contract award for park irrigation replacement is on the agenda.

• Contract award to Stryker and Company, Inc. for $802,073.74 for Buckley/Lions Irrigation Replacement Project
• Resolution 2022-04 for a $65,000 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant for the Police Department
• Ordinance 2563 to extend a temporary moratorium on new or relocated adult gaming arcades
• Ordinance 2579 to change Yocum Addition zoning from R-2 Low Density to R-3A Medium High Density
• Ordinance 2580 to designate the S.H. Nye Building at 428 E Main Street as a Historic Property

The City Council approved Resolution 2022-03, authorizing the filing of a Community Development Block Grant application to fund a $3.1 million expansion of Haven House, including an early childhood education center and new housing units. The council also approved Resolution 2022-04 for a VOCA grant to fund a victim advocate position and vehicle. Several ordinances were passed on first reading, including extending a moratorium on adult gaming arcades, updating tobacco/cannabis possession rules, rezoning the Yocum Addition for multi-family housing, and designating the S.H. Nye Building as historic. A contract for the Buckley/Lions Park irrigation replacement was awarded to Stryker and Company, Inc. for $802,073.74.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-03 authorizing the CDBG application for Haven House expansion.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04 authorizing the VOCA grant application for victim services.
• Passed Ordinance 2563 on first reading to extend the moratorium on adult gaming arcades.
• Passed Ordinance 2577 on first reading to separate tobacco and cannabis possession rules.
• Passed Ordinance 2579 on first reading to rezone the Yocum Addition to R-3A.
• Passed Ordinance 2578 on first reading to add an alternate member to the Historic Preservation Commission.
• Approved the Historic Preservation Commission Bylaws update.
• Passed Ordinance 2580 on first reading to designate the S.H. Nye Building as historic.

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss updates to the municipal code and several public works contracts. The body will review design awards and project updates for local roads and utilities.

• Municipal Code revisions for supportive housing
• Pavement marking contract extension
• Niagara-Hillcrest roundabout design contract award
• Right of way dedication for 1628 East Oak Grove
• Townsend utility replacements and Woodgate realignment project updates

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several residential subdivisions and commercial zoning requests. The body will review sketch plans and preliminary plats for new housing developments and consider variance and permit requests for health and travel facilities.

• Woods Crossing North Sketch Plan: proposed 545 single-family lots and 45 multi-family units on 160.71 acres
• Home of the Brave Subdivision: proposed 148 residential lots on 39.4 acres adjacent to 6450 Road
• Montrose Regional Health Ambulatory Care Center: variance request for a 65' high structure at S. Rio Grande Ave. and Orange Rd.
• Riverbend RV Park: permit request for five additional RV sites on Chipeta Road
• Zoning requests: 'R-4' High Density for Mier Addition (14.67 acres) and 'B-2' Highway Commercial for Niagara Road Addition (0.456 acres)

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting. The primary purpose is to enter an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Executive session for personnel matter under C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(2)(f)

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on February 2, 2022, and immediately entered an executive session to discuss a personnel matter under state law. After reconvening, the council adjourned without taking any further action. No substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider several financial approvals, including business incentives and equipment purchases. The body is also reviewing a residential plat and a shared services agreement with the Montrose Recreation District.

• Purchase of two dump trucks from Jackson Group Peterbilt of Grand Junction for $493,078.90
• DART Commercial Kitchen/Small Business Expansion Project for Trattoria Di Sofia: $88,750.00 loan and $250,000.00 capital incentive
• Bear Creek Filing #6 Final Plat to create 38 new residential lots
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose Recreation District regarding shared services
• Oath of Office for Assistant City Attorney Chris Dowsey

The Montrose City Council approved a $88,750 business expansion loan and a $250,000 capital incentive for Trattoria Di Sofia's relocation to the Colorado Outdoors development. The council also approved the Bear Creek Filing #6 final plat for 38 new residential lots, an intergovernmental agreement with the Montrose Recreation District, and the purchase of two dump trucks for $493,078.90. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $88,750 business expansion loan and $250,000 capital incentive for Trattoria Di Sofia (unanimous)
• Approved Bear Creek Filing #6 final plat for 38 residential lots (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 intergovernmental agreement with Montrose Recreation District (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two dump trucks for $493,078.90 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several grant applications and updates to the municipal code. The body will also review a recommendation for the Lions/Buckley irrigation system replacement award.

• Haven House CDBG Grant Resolution
• Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant Application
• Municipal Code Section 4-15-2 update regarding Historic Preservation Commission
• Municipal Code Section 6-1-27 update regarding underage possession of tobacco, cannabis, and paraphernalia
• Lions/Buckley Irrigation System Replacement Award Recommendation

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct an executive session with the City Attorney. This session is for the purpose of receiving legal advice pursuant to C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b).

• Executive session with City Attorney for legal advice

The Montrose City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session for legal advice on litigation. After reconvening, the council adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on litigation (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to enter an executive session. The session is intended to determine positions regarding negotiations for the Colorado Outdoors Project Care project.

• Executive session regarding Colorado Outdoors Project Care negotiations

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority held a special meeting via Zoom and immediately entered executive session to discuss negotiations related to Colorado Outdoors 'Project Care'. After reconvening, the board adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Entered executive session for Project Care negotiations (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to change the zoning of the Yocum Addition. The body will also review minutes from the January 12, 2022 meeting.

• Request to rezone Yocum Addition (approximately 7.3 acres) from R-2 Low Density District to R-3A Medium High Density District

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review a historic property designation application for the S.H. Nye Building. The body will also elect officers and discuss updates to commission bylaws and the Historic Downtown Montrose Walking Tour.

• Public hearing for historic designation of S.H. Nye Building
• Election of officers
• Update to Historic Preservation Commission Bylaws
• Updates to Historic Downtown Montrose Walking Tour

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the historic property designation for the S.H. Nye Building at 428 E. Main Street, a 1910 commercial structure. The commission also accepted proposed revisions to its bylaws, including creating an alternate member position and clarifying quorum rules. Additionally, the commission recommended updates to the Historic Downtown Montrose Walking Tour brochure, such as adding a compass and revising the property list.

• Approved historic designation for S.H. Nye Building at 428 E. Main Street (all voted yes)
• Accepted revisions to Historic Preservation Commission Bylaws, including alternate member position and quorum language (all voted yes)
• Recommended updates to Historic Downtown Montrose Walking Tour brochure, including adding a compass and updating property list

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority will review updates regarding TIF expenditures and development. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of October 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• TIF expenditure update from City Engineer Scott Murphy
• Development update from David Dragoo, Colorado Outdoors

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority board approved the minutes from its October 20, 2021 meeting as presented. The board received updates on TIP expenditures, including a projected cost savings of roughly $375,000, and on development projects such as the Fairfield by Marriott hotel and Shelter Distilling's planned relocation. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 20, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and development items. The body will review support for a business expansion, an intergovernmental agreement, and equipment purchases.

• Trattoria Di Sofia Expansion Support
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Montrose Recreation District
• Equipment Purchase Recommendation
• Niagara Road Addition Annexation

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to receive legal advice from the City attorney. The discussion is focused on litigation.

• Executive session for legal advice regarding litigation

The Montrose City Council held a special meeting on January 18, 2022, primarily to enter an executive session for legal advice on litigation. No substantive decisions were made; the council reconvened and adjourned without further action.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on litigation (unanimous)
• Adjourned with no further action (unanimous)

City Council

City Council is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and liquor license applications. The body is also reviewing annexation plans and a grant for the West Main Complete Streets Project.

• Southeast Water Transmission Main construction contracts totaling $3,270,668.26
• Hill Street Extension Project construction contracts totaling $1,053,379.67
• Resolution 2022-01 for a $2,000,000 CDOT grant for West Main Complete Streets Project
• Furniture contract for Montrose Public Safety Complex with Office Outfitters for $559,451.00
• Liquor license applications for 647 E. Main Street and 216 N. Townsend Avenue

The Montrose City Council approved a $3,270,668.26 expenditure for the Southeast Water Transmission Main Construction Project, including a contract with Williams Construction. It also approved new liquor licenses for Roteman's Cattlemen's Table and Mimo's, and several other contracts and resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3,270,668.26 for Southeast Water Transmission Main project (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Roteman's Cattlemen's Table at 647 E. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Mimo's at 216 N. Townsend Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,053,379.67 for Hill Street Extension project (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 change order for Cerise Park waterline bore (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-01 for $2M CDOT grant for West Main Complete Streets (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-02 setting March 1 hearing for Mier Addition annexation (unanimous)
• Approved $559,451 furniture contract for Public Safety Complex (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation on the 2022 Annual Annexation Report and 3-Mile Plan as required by Colorado State Statute. No official action will be taken by the commission regarding this item.

• Presentation of the 2022 Annual Annexation Report and 3-Mile Plan

City Council

The City Council will vote on several contract awards for infrastructure and signage. The body is also considering two ordinances regarding zoning and the municipal code.

• Contract award of $191,500.00 to American Classic Sign Manufacturer for Wayfinding Signage Phase III
• Authorization of $344,855.93 for North Connect Trail Restroom, including a $255,305.39 contract with Stryker and Company, Inc.
• Purchase of $84,800.08 in water line pipe from Core & Main for the Airport Road Waterline
• Ordinance 2575 to change zoning at 434 South 1st Street from 'B-1' to 'P'
• Ordinance 2576 to repeal and reenact the City's Municipal Code

The Montrose City Council approved several items, including rezoning part of the Police Department Amended Plat to Public District, adopting a tax code update for marketplace facilitators, and awarding contracts for wayfinding signs and the North Connect Trail Restroom. All votes were unanimous, with one councilor recusing from the restroom vote.

• Approved minutes of Dec 6 and Dec 7 meetings as corrected (unanimous)
• Designated city website as official posting location for meeting notices (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2575 rezoning portion of Police Department Amended Plat to Public District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2576 updating municipal code for marketplace facilitator tax collection (unanimous)
• Awarded $191,500 contract to American Classic Sign Manufacturer for Wayfinding Signage Phase III (unanimous)
• Authorized $344,855.93 for North Connect Trail Restroom, including $255,305.39 contract to Stryker and Company (unanimous, Reed recused)
• Approved $84,800.08 purchase of water line pipe from Core & Main for Airport Road Waterline (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several project contract awards and municipal updates. The body will review infrastructure projects, annexation reports, and updates to the municipal code.

• Update to Municipal Code Section 6-1-27 regarding underage possession of tobacco, cannabis, and paraphernalia
• Mier Addition Annexation and 2022 Annual Annexation Report
• Contract awards for Southeast Water Transmission Main and Hill Street Extension projects
• West Main Complete Streets Project Grant Contract with the Colorado Department of Transportation
• Montrose Public Safety Complex FF&E Contract Award Recommendation