Grand Junction meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

City Council continues affordable housing land sale; pool tax election on Nov. 3 ballot

The Grand Junction City Council voted to continue two items tied to the Juniper Grove affordable housing project to its Sept. 16 meeting. The council voted 5-0 to continue a public hearing on an ordinance authorizing the sale of about 3.3 acres of city-owned property at the Salt Flats to Grand Junction Homes, LLC, and 6-0 to continue a related development and funding agreement. No final decisions were made on the proposals.

City Council

The council's Aug. 14 meeting produced the only formal decisions in the past two weeks. Both votes were unanimous, with the 5-0 and 6-0 tallies recorded in official minutes.

On Aug. 19, the council held a special meeting that consisted solely of an executive session to discuss negotiations and receive legal advice on potential property acquisitions at 273 Lake Road, 257 Lake Road, 305 Lake Road, 334 Lake Road, 2456 Broadway, and 2492 Power Road. No public decisions were made.

The same day, the council's regular agenda included a resolution to call a special election on Nov. 3, 2026, for voters to decide on repairing the Orchard Mesa Pool, authorizing debt, and increasing the city sales and use tax from 3.39% to 3.46% to fund it. The agenda also included ordinances authorizing certificates of participation, a supplemental appropriation for the Solid Waste Fund, and an emergency replacement of aeration basin influent piping at the Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant. No votes were taken on these items.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met Aug. 11 with an agenda that included a request to vacate a portion of Inland Avenue right-of-way near 567 and 569 South Westgate Drive, conditioned on the city retaining a 14-foot multipurpose easement. The commission also considered a request by Monument Homes Development, Inc. to rezone 13.04 acres at 2590 Galley Lane and 675 26 Road from Residential-1 Retired to Residential Low-4. Minutes have not been published.

A Planning Commission workshop scheduled for Aug. 20 was canceled.

Other boards and committees

The Urban Trails Committee met Aug. 12 to approve July minutes, set a date for a walk audit, and discuss bicycle parking and a clarification of its bylaws. The agenda was routine, with no major funding or construction decisions listed.

The Liquor Licensing Authority met Aug. 19 to consider renewing six liquor licenses, two late renewals, a corporate structure change, a new art license for The ARtery, and four special event permits. Renewals were on the agenda for TacoParty, Wrigley Field Sports Bar & Grill, Sang Garden Chinese Restaurant, The Coachman, Kannah Creek Brewing Co., and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Late renewals were for Old Chicago #27 (12 days late) and Taqueria Guadalajara (42 days late). The board also considered a new art license for Grand Valley Creative Alliance dba The ARtery at 539 Colorado Ave.

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force met Aug. 20 to discuss updates to the city's housing code, including consultant updates, survey results, and legal considerations. The agenda included discussion of TEDS (4-foot sidewalks and street sections), plat expirations, a legal discussion on cottage court decisions, and a recommendation on significant trees to be heard by the Planning Commission on Sept. 2.

Coming up

• **Planning Commission** – Aug. 25, hybrid meeting to consider a request to vacate a portion of the Inland Ave right-of-way (cul-de-sac) abutting 567 and 569 South Westgate Drive, conditioned on the city retaining a 14-foot multipurpose easement.
• **Commission on Arts and Culture** – Aug. 26, to review the aRT on the Riverfront Trail proposal, the 2027-28 funding program's application clarity and matrix criteria, and ideas for the Greenhouse 1% for the Arts project.

Grand Junction boards weigh Redlands 360 expansion, rezoning, and licensing renewals

Grand Junction city boards and commissions met over the past two weeks to consider a range of items, including a proposed expansion of the Redlands 360 planned development, a rezoning request, and multiple license renewals. All meetings were agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published, so no final decisions are confirmed.

City Council

At its Aug. 5 meeting, the City Council held public hearings on two items. The first was a proposal to add 29.08 acres to the Redlands 360 Planned Development. The second was an ordinance to repeal and reenact Title 6 of the Municipal Code, which covers animals. The council also reviewed contracts for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project Phases 1 and 2, and for Phase 2 of the Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project design. A resolution to increase the boot warrant fee was also on the agenda.

Earlier, on Aug. 3, the council held a workshop to discuss an update on the Request for Proposal for unhoused services and related funding, as well as an update from Homeward Bound of the Grand Valley. Members reviewed the 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey and results regarding the Orchard Mesa Pool. Interview teams for the Grand Junction Housing Authority and the Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals were also discussed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met July 28 to consider a request to rezone two parcels totaling about 13.04 acres from Residential 1 Retired (R-1R) to Residential Low-4 (RL-4). The parcels are at 2590 Galley Ln and 675 26 Road, in the North West GJ planning zone. The applicant is Monument Homes Development, Inc. and Cuesta Verde LLC. The consent agenda included approval of previous meeting minutes.

On Aug. 6, the commission held a workshop to receive an update on zoning and development code provisions related to group living. No votes or decisions were scheduled; the item was listed under Other Business for discussion only.

Licensing

The Liquor Licensing Authority met Aug. 5 to review several liquor license renewals and two new applications. New license requests include Klik Boutique at 354 Main Street and an entertainment facility license for the Community Recreation Center at 2836 Recreation Way. A late renewal application was submitted for Asteria Theatre at 864 Bunting Avenue. The authority also considered special event permits for the FAMpoint 5K 2026 at 655 Struthers Avenue on Oct. 3, 2026, and the FOYAN Fundraiser at 401 Colorado Avenue on Sept. 11, 2026.

The Cannabis Licensing Authority also met Aug. 5 to review renewal applications for three retail stores: CamCap, LLC (Grand Junction Greenery) at 762 Horizon Drive; Colorado Alternative Health Care, LTD (Colorado Weedery) at 879 Struthers Ave, Unit A; and Zuma B, LLC (The Buzz GJ) at 1022 N 3rd St. One review includes a follow-up on fire code violations cited during a previous hearing.

Housing and Community

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force met Aug. 6 to discuss and assign work on several code items, including sidewalk standards, lot size and width, and overlaps between exactions and fees. They also reviewed recommendations for significant trees, shared driveways, and detention ponds. Completed items include ADA digital compliance and a revocable permit text amendment. The task force noted that an Inclusionary Zoning-Linkage Fee was forwarded to Council as information only.

Parks and Forestry

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Aug. 6 to review the proposed 2027 Capital Improvement Plan, the True West Outdoor Recreation Coalition Master Plan, and survey results for the Matchett Park Bike Park. A proposed outdoor dining area adjacent to Goat and Clover was also on the agenda. The board held officer elections and took public comment.

The Forestry Advisory Board met the same day to discuss an IRA Irrigation Grant, a volunteer program, and standards for natural areas and for clearing and grubbing. The 2026 Licensed Contractor Day of Service was also discussed.

Coming up

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Aug. 11 on two items: a request to vacate a portion of Inland Avenue right-of-way near 567 and 569 South Westgate Drive, conditioned on retaining a 14-foot easement; and the rezoning of 13.04 acres at 2590 Galley Lane and 675 26 Road from R-1R to RL-4, requested by Monument Homes Development, Inc.

Grand Junction licensing authorities approve liquor and cannabis renewals; Council set to weigh Redlands 360 expansion

Grand Junction's Liquor and Cannabis Licensing Authorities approved a batch of license renewals, a special event permit, and an ownership transfer at their July 22 meetings, while several other city bodies met on agendas that have not yet produced published minutes.

Liquor Licensing Authority

The authority approved liquor license renewals for Ristorante Pantuso, Famous Dave's, Cruisers, X-Golf Grand Junction, Fun Junction Liquors, and Jjiang Korean BBQ and Hot Pot. A renewal for Fly'n Roosters was conditionally approved pending a fire inspection due to fire code violations.

The authority also approved a modification of premises for Trail Life Brewing to accommodate a new city playground, and granted a special event permit for CMU Athletics Casino Night 2026 on August 21, 2026.

Cannabis Licensing Authority

The authority approved a retail license renewal for Golden Rookie, LLC at 605 Grand Avenue. It also approved a transfer of ownership for NR Grand Junction Retail, LLC, doing business as Native Roots Grand Junction, at 683 Horizon Drive, Unit 110. Officials confirmed both filings were in order and no concerns were reported.

Planning Commission — Rezoning Request (agenda only)

The Planning Commission was scheduled to consider a request to rezone two parcels totaling about 13.04 acres from Residential 1 Retired (R-1R) to Residential Low-4 (RL-4). The parcels are located at 2590 Galley Ln and 675 26 Road in the North West GJ planning zone. The applicants are Monument Homes Development, Inc. and Cuesta Verde LLC. Minutes from the July 28 meeting have not yet been published, so no decision has been confirmed.

Arts & Culture Commission (agenda only)

The Commission on Arts and Culture was set to review the 1% for the Arts fund and application requirements for the 2027–28 funding program, along with updates on ongoing 1% projects and the public art exhibit program. Minutes are not yet published.

Urban Trails Committee (agenda only)

The committee was scheduled to select a Vice Chair and discuss a micromobility presentation, City Council representation on the committee, and a Walk Audit Subcommittee update. Minutes are not yet published.

Coming up

• **Aug. 3 — City Council workshop:** Discussion of an RFP for unhoused services and related funding, a Homeward Bound of the Grand Valley update, the 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey, and Orchard Mesa Pool survey results. Interview teams for the Grand Junction Housing Authority and Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals are also on the agenda.
• **Aug. 5 — City Council:** Public hearings on adding 29.08 acres to the Redlands 360 Planned Development and on repealing and reenacting Title 6 of the Municipal Code regarding animals. Council will also review contracts for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project Phases 1 and 2 and the Phase 2 Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project Design, plus a resolution to increase the boot warrant fee.
• **Aug. 5 — Liquor Licensing Authority:** New license applications for Klik Boutique at 354 Main Street and a new entertainment facility license for the Community Recreation Center at 2836 Recreation Way; a late renewal for Asteria Theatre at 864 Bunting Avenue; and special event permits for FAMpoint 5K 2026 on October 3, 2026, and the FOYAN Fundraiser on September 11, 2026.
• **Aug. 5 — Cannabis Licensing Authority:** Retail license renewals for CamCap, LLC (Grand Junction Greenery) at 762 Horizon Drive, Colorado Alternative Health Care, LTD (Colorado Weedery) at 879 Struthers Ave, Unit A, and Zuma B, LLC (The Buzz GJ) at 1022 N 3rd St.
• **Aug. 6 — Forestry Advisory Board:** Discussion of an IRA Irrigation Grant, a volunteer program, standards for natural areas and clearing and grubbing, and the 2026 Licensed Contractor Day of Service.

Grand Junction boards weighed land annexations, affordable housing sale, and Redlands 360 expansion

Grand Junction's City Council was scheduled July 15 to consider selling 3.3 acres of city-owned property to Grand Junction Homes, LLC for affordable housing, along with two land annexations totaling roughly 60 acres and an expansion of the Redlands 360 development plan. Minutes from that meeting and all other recent sessions have not yet been published, so formal outcomes are not yet confirmed in the public record.

City Council — July 15

The Council's regular meeting agenda listed several land-use items: the proposed sale of 3.3 acres to Grand Junction Homes, LLC for affordable housing; annexation of 18.96 acres at the southern end of 23 Road; annexation and Residential Low 5 zoning of 41.09 acres at 888 21 Road; and a proposed amendment to the Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan to add 29.08 acres. The Council was also set to review ordinance updates to the Zoning and Development Code regarding bicycle parking and certified irrigation designers, and the 2026–2030 CDBG Program Consolidated Plan.

Earlier the same day, Council scheduled an executive session to discuss negotiation strategy and receive legal advice regarding a possible transfer of real property at 450 28 Road, under Colorado Open Meetings Law sections 24-6-402(4)(e)(I), (4)(a), and (4)(b).

City Council — July 13

A Council workshop was set aside for discussion of the Draft Housing Action Plan, Council communication matters, next workshop topics, and other business. No formal decisions were expected.

Planning Commission — July 14

The Planning Commission was scheduled to review a request to add approximately 29.08 acres to the Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan, increasing the total area to 629.08 acres. Proposed modifications to bulk and lighting standards south of Redlands Parkway and Highway 340 were also on the agenda, along with proposed amendments to Zoning and Development Code Sections 21.07.040 and 21.09.060(a)(1) regarding preservation of significant trees.

A separate Planning Commission workshop scheduled for July 9 was cancelled; no business was conducted.

Forestry Advisory Board — July 9

The board's agenda noted that trunk injections were completed on 450 ash trees over 6.5 weeks. Discussion items included proposed standards for natural areas, the IRA Irrigation Grant, the 2026 Licensed Contractor Day of Service, and an update on Four Canyons Parkway. The Water Conservation Specialist was also scheduled to speak.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board — July 9

PRAB was set to consider approving minutes from its May 7 meeting and discuss bylaws updates, the Botanical Gardens Greenhouse, a CRC update, and damage at Magpie Island. Public comment was invited under "For the Good of the Community."

Historic Preservation Board — July 7

The board was scheduled to discuss Certified Local Government status, the Original Mile Keith's Addition Historic District, the Lincoln Park Historic Residential District, and the National Humane Alliance fountain at Lincoln Park. No formal decisions were scheduled.

Other meetings

The Urban Trails Committee met July 8 at City Hall Auditorium with a single discussion item: onboarding new committee members. The Affordable Housing Code Task Force met to discuss current assignments, a completed revocable permit text amendment, a "master revocable permit" legal analysis, and upcoming City Council hearings on bicycle storage/parking and certified irrigation designers.

Coming up

• **July 22 — Liquor Licensing Authority:** Seven license renewal applications (Ristorante Pantuso, Famous Dave's, Cruisers, Fly'n Roosters, Jjiang Korean BBQ, X-Golf Grand Junction, Fun Junction Liquors); a modification of premises for Trail Life Brewing at 436 Main Street regarding an outdoor dining area; and a special event permit for CMU Athletics Casino Night 2026 at Brownson Arena on August 21, 2026.
• **July 22 — Cannabis Licensing Authority:** License renewal for Golden Rookie, LLC at 605 Grand Avenue and a transfer of ownership for NR Grand Junction Retail, LLC (Native Roots) at 638 Horizon Drive, Unit 110.
• **July 22 — Commission on Arts and Culture:** Approval of June 24 minutes, discussion of the 1% for the Arts fund, review of 2027–28 funding program application requirements, and updates on 1% projects and the public art exhibit program.

Liquor Authority Approves All July 1 Applications; Council Moves Monument Vistas Annexation Forward

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved every application on its July 1 agenda, including a new related facility for Sodexo's Campus Liquor Complex at 885 Kennedy Avenue and a transfer of ownership for Horizon Liquor. No public opposition was voiced, and all items were approved as requested.

Liquor Licensing Authority — July 1 (Decided)

The authority approved retail liquor store and tasting permit renewals for four establishments: Teller Arms Liquor, City Market #51, Circle K, and Fisher's Liquor Barn.

It approved the addition of a related facility at 885 Kennedy Avenue to Sodexo's Campus Liquor Complex license. It also approved a modification of premises for Cornhole Etc., expanding its licensed area to include an outdoor patio.

Horizon Liquor's transfer of ownership to Ariam Liquor, LLC was approved. A special event permit was granted for the Western Slope Harley Owners Group's "2026 Pre-Sturgis Party" on August 1, 2026.

City Council — July 1 (Agenda Only, No Minutes Published)

Council was scheduled to introduce a zoning ordinance for the 41.09-acre Monument Vistas annexation at 888 21 Road, zoning it Residential Low-5, with a public hearing set for July 15, 2026.

Other items on the agenda included introduction of zoning code amendments regarding certified irrigation designers and bicycle parking, with public hearings also set for July 15. Council was to consider a contract for construction management/general contractor services for the Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant administration and maintenance building.

A resolution to repeal the annexation petition for Colorado Infill LTD (1.59 acres at 3009 D 5/8 Road) and renounce land use control was listed. A public hearing was scheduled to vacate approximately 18,629 square feet of right-of-way along South Broadway and 1,823 square feet along 23 Road.

Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes for these items are not confirmed.

City Council Workshop — June 29 (Agenda Only)

This was a non-voting workshop. Council discussed potential amendments to Title 6 (Animal Code), received an overview of Grand Junction Rural Fire Protection District funding, and considered appointments to the One Riverfront Commission.

Advisory Boards — July 7 and July 9 (Agenda Only)

The Historic Preservation Board met July 7 to discuss Certified Local Government status, the Original Mile Keith's Addition Historic District, the Lincoln Park Historic Residential District, and the National Humane Alliance fountain at Lincoln Park. No formal decisions were scheduled.

The Forestry Advisory Board met July 9 to review completion of trunk injections on 450 ash trees over 6.5 weeks and discuss proposed standards for natural areas, clearing and grubbing, and other regulations. The board also heard from the Water Conservation Specialist and considered the IRA Irrigation Grant, the 2026 Licensed Contractor Day of Service, and updates on Four Canyons Parkway.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met July 9 to consider approving minutes from its May 7 meeting and discuss bylaws, the Botanical Gardens Greenhouse, a CRC update, and damage at Magpie Island.

The Planning Commission workshop scheduled for July 9 was cancelled. No business was conducted.

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force met July 9 to discuss current assignments, review a completed revocable permit text amendment, and discuss a legal analysis regarding a "master revocable permit."

Coming Up

• **July 13 — City Council Workshop:** Discussion of the Draft Housing Action Plan, council communication, and future workshop topics. No formal decisions expected.
• **July 14 — Planning Commission:** Review of a request to add approximately 29.08 acres to the Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan, increasing the total area to 629.08 acres. Also considers zoning code amendments regarding preservation of significant trees.
• **July 15 — City Council:** Public hearings on the 41.09-acre Monument Vistas annexation at 888 21 Road, annexation of 18.96 acres at the southern end of 23 Road, proposed sale of 3.3 acres of city-owned property to Grand Junction Homes, LLC for affordable housing, and zoning code amendments regarding bicycle parking and certified irrigation designers.
• **July 22 — Liquor Licensing Authority:** Seven license renewals, a premises modification for Trail Life Brewing at 436 Main Street, and a special event permit for CMU Athletics Casino Night 2026 at Brownson Arena on August 21, 2026.
• **July 22 — Cannabis Licensing Authority:** License renewal for Golden Rookie, LLC at 605 Grand Avenue and ownership transfer for NR Grand Junction Retail, LLC (Native Roots) at 638 Horizon Drive, Unit 110.