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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 07:00
Utility Commission Meeting
Utility Commission to discuss electric, gas, and water rates
The Utility Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially set new rates for electric, gas, and water services. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and new business focused on utility rates.
- Discussion of utility rates for electric, gas, and water
utility-rateselectricgaswaterpublic-utilities
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Utility Commission Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 7:00 am
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
SPECIAL MEETING
Contact: Rose DeHerrera, Town Clerk ([email protected] 719-754-3497) | Agenda published on 08/04/2026 at 7:56
AM
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance1.
Approval of Agenda2.
New Business
UTILITY RATES - ELECTRIC, GAS AND WATERa.
3.
Adjournment
Posted On: August 4, 2026 at Center Town Hall and Center Post Office
This agenda may be amended.
4.
Recent meetings
Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:15
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Town Board approves financial reports, payables, and prior minutes
The Town Board approved the financial reports, payables, and the minutes from the May 12 meeting with a correction. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting included citizen comments on a transformer accident and loose dogs, and discussion of a community yard sale and park updates.
- Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
- Approved financial reports (unanimous)
- Approved payables (unanimous)
- Approved May 12, 2026 minutes with correction (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:15 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Financial Workshop - 5:15 p.m.
Minutes:
A Financial Workshop was held at 5:30 p.m.
1.
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
Mayor Daniel Gallegos called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL
Mayor Gallegos – Present Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger – Present Trustee Villagomez –
Present Trustee Gonzales – Present Trustee Lopez – Excused Trustee Garcia – Present
Trustee Sanchez – Present
2.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
Trustee Garcia moved to approve the agenda with changes. The motion was seconded
by Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger. Motion carried unanimously.
3.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Tony Garcia addressed the Board regarding an accident involving a transformer at the
school bus garage. He discussed the response to the incident, concerns regarding
training within the department, and distributed a letter and documentation related to
damages incurred from the accident. Paula Alvarez addressed the Board regarding
concerns about loose dogs within Town limits. She reported that her son had been
bitten by a dog and expressed concerns for public safety. Ms. Alvarez provided
4.
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Town Board approves stage sale, CML nomination, stone work
The Town Board approved several items including the sale of a stage with a minimum bid of $5,000, authorized the mayor to sign a nomination letter for the CML Board for Small Towns, and approved installing stone around the stage for about $4,500. Two items were tabled: playground equipment for Casa Blanca Park and signage at Highway 112 and Worth Street, pending additional information.
- Approved mayor signing nomination letter for CML Board for Small Towns (unanimous)
- Approved stage sale with minimum $5,000 bid; allowed Adrian Duran to use stage with $500 refundable deposit and liability waiver (unanimous)
- Tabled Casa Blanca Park playground equipment purchase for additional information (unanimous)
- Tabled signage at Highway 112 and Worth Street for additional information (unanimous)
- Approved installing stone around stage for approximately $4,500 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including department reports (unanimous)
- Approved payables with questions (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 24 and April 28, 2026 with correction to Utility Commission report (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos — P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger — P Trustee Villagomez — P Trustee
Gonzales — E Trustee Lopez — P Trustee Garcia — E Trustee Sanchez — P
1.
Swear In New Board Member - Tim Sanchez
Minutes:
Attorney Trujillo swore in Trustee Sanchez.
2.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
A motion to approve the agenda was made by Trustee Sanchez, seconded by Trustee
Lopez. Roll Call – All in favor. Motion carries.
3.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
There were no comments.
4.
Consent Agenda
Minutes:
Alexis gave her report. No questions were asked.
Chief Aragon gave his report. He stated that 39% of the cases involved families or
individuals within the same family. Chief Aragon also stated that he has started
5.
conducting foot patrols. No questions were asked.
Jaime and the departments supervisors were out for training. L&P Gas Water
Streets and Parks Code Enforcement
A motion to approve the Consent Agenda was made by Trustee Lopez, seconded by
Trustee Sanchez. Roll Call – All …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 17:15
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves payables, financials, and Viking Athletic Association banners
The Town Board approved the agenda, payables, financials, and corrected minutes from April 14. They also approved indoor and outdoor banners for the Viking Athletic Association. Several items were tabled, including the sale or rental of the stage and adding stone around the stage. The board discussed a board retreat, a letter to the Valley Courier, and utility projects.
- Approved agenda with changes (unanimous)
- Approved payables with questions (unanimous)
- Approved financials (unanimous)
- Approved minutes with correction changing 'Sacred Heart Church' to 'St. Francis Jerome Church' (unanimous)
- Approved indoor and outdoor banners for Viking Athletic Association (unanimous)
- Tabled sale/rental of stage until next meeting (unanimous)
- Tabled stone around stage until next meeting (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:15 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Workshop - Financials 5:15 p.m.
Minutes:
A Financial Workshop was held at 5:15 p.m.
1.
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Board Member
Present/Excused Mayor Gallegos Present Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger Present Trustee
Barela Present Trustee Gonzales Present Trustee Lopez Excused Trustee Garcia
Present Trustee Sanchez Excused
2.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion to approve the agenda with changes was made by
Trustee Barela, seconded by Trustee Gonzales. Roll call – all in favor. Motion carried.
3.
Swear In New Board Members
Check Signera.
4.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
CITIZENS COMMENTS There were no comments.
5.
Payables6.
Minutes:
PAYABLES A motion to approve the payables with questions was made by Mayor Pro-
Tem Beiriger, seconded by Trustee Gonzales. Roll call – all in favor. Motion carried.
Financials
Minutes:
FINANCIALS A motion to approve the financials was made by Trustee Garcia,
seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger. Roll call – all in favor. Motion carried.
7.
Minutes - April 14, 2026
Minutes:
MINUTES A …
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Fri Apr 24, 2026 · 08:00
Town Board Meeting - Emergency
✓ Decided: Town Board approves $9,100 sprinkler repair for Community Park
The Town Board voted unanimously to approve a $9,100 contract with Cooley and Sons to repair burst pipes in the Community Park sprinkler system. The issue was caused by a reduction in pipe size; the town attorney will send a letter to the original contractor regarding the problem.
- Approved $9,100 sprinkler system repair by Cooley and Sons (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Emergency
Minutes
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 8:00 am
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gallegos at 8:05 a.m. ROLL CALL Official
Present/Excused Mayor Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee
Gonzales E Trustee Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee Sanchez P
1.
Fixture of Community Park Sprinklers
Minutes:
Community Park Sprinkler Repairs Jaime explained to the Board that several pipes had
burst in the Community Park sprinkler system. He stated that he attempted to contact
the contractor who originally worked on the system but had not received a response.
Jaime then contacted a worker from Cooley to inspect the issue. It was determined that
the problem was caused by a reduction in pipe size within the system. Jaime presented
photographs showing the damage and issues with the system. Trustee Lopez asked
whether there was a warranty on the contractor’s work. Cole stated that Attorney
Trujillo would send a letter to the contractor regarding the issues that had occurred.
After a lengthy discussion, Trustee Barela made a motion to approve the repair of the
sprinkler system by Cooley and Sons in the am …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves PUD rezoning for 100-unit North 90 development
The Town Board approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning for the North 90 project, changing 15 acres from Residential to PUD. The development will include up to 100 housing units, with phase one on 15 acres. The vote was unanimous after a public hearing.
- Approved PUD rezoning for North 90 development (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including police and public works reports (unanimous)
- Approved payables with questions (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of March 24 and March 31 with corrections (unanimous)
- Approved PUD application (unanimous)
- Approved special events permit for San Juan Fiesta with fee waived (unanimous)
- Approved liquor license renewal for La Sierra Bar (unanimous)
- Approved new Town Hall hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Thu, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Fri (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance1.
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING - NORTH 90
Minutes:
A motion to appoint Attorney Trujillo as the hearing officer was made by Mayor Pro-
Tem Beiriger, seconded by Trustee Garcia. Roll Call – All in favor. Motion Carries.
Attorney Trujillo asked that Ryan talk a little bit about the application for the zoning
change. Application for a Planned Unit Development – Ryan LeClair Director of the
Economic Development for the Town of Center – Discussed the application for a PUD.
Ryan has been working with John Vance. They have been Applying for a zoning change
from Residential to Planned Unit Development. Sandra Marquez – Chair of the Planning
Commission- Sandra said that they had a special meeting with Ryan, John and David
at the meeting. They approved the application with the following conditions: If the
layout included an elevator for the three story building, continued refinement of the
street layout and continued communication with Rebecca Potter and focusing on the
infrastructure. John Vance – Vice President with Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp a
501c3 Development. The Town of Ce …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Special
✓ Decided: Board approves sale of K-9 vehicle and purchase of two police cars
The Town Board voted unanimously to sell the K-9 vehicle for $36,000 and purchase two new police vehicles using Option #2. They also authorized Chief Aragon and Cole to enter into a lease contract for the two vehicles. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved sale of K-9 vehicle and purchase of two police vehicles via Option #2 (unanimous)
- Authorized Chief Aragon and Cole to enter lease contract for the two vehicles (unanimous)
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Town of Center, CO
Town Board Meeting - Special
Minutes
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00 pm
| Minutes published on 04/20/2026, adopted on 04/10/2026
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee
Lopez A Trustee Garcia Trustee Sanchez Late
1.
Purchase of Vehicles - Police
Minutes:
PURCHASE OF VEHICLES – POLICE – Chief Aragon talked about the assessment of
operations. Lt. Donaldson said that the current cars have an average of 74,000 miles on
them. Lt. Donaldson said that they should have a staggered step for the cars and
purchasing them. The financing company was able to release the titles to the vehicles
because of the equity in the loan, but the Department still owes the final two years. The
trade in for the K-9 vehicle would be $36,000. The board had discussion on the best
option for the purchase of the vehicles. A motion to sell the K-9 vehicle and purchase
two more using the Option #2 was made by Trustee Barela, seconded by Trustee
Sanchez. Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries. A motion to have Chief Aragon and
Cole go into contract for the lease of the two vehicles was made by Mayor Pro-Tem
Beiriger, seconded by Trustee Sanchez. Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries.
2.
Adjournment
Minutes:
ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Gonzales,
Trustee Barela. Roll Call …
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Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 17:15
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves $58,860 stage contract, tables trustee resignation
The board approved a $58,860 contract with Cornerstone Construction for a permanent stage at Downtown Park, with a possible $4,800 grant for a stone front. Trustee Anthony Garcia submitted his resignation, which was tabled by a unanimous vote. The board also approved the renewal of Center Liquor's liquor license, a roof repair contract with Countryside Construction, and financials and payables. A police vehicle purchase was discussed but tabled for a special meeting on March 31.
- Approved $58,860 stage contract with Cornerstone Construction (unanimous)
- Tabled resignation of Trustee Anthony Garcia (unanimous)
- Approved liquor license renewal for Center Liquor Store, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved roof repair quote from Countryside Construction with 20-25% deposit (unanimous)
- Approved financials and payables (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from March 10, 2026 with wording change (unanimous)
- Tabled police vehicle purchase for special meeting on March 31
- Tabled Planning Commission report until next meeting
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:15 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
Financial Workshop - 5:15PM
Minutes:
A financial workshop was held at 5:15 p.m.
1.
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee
Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee Sanchez Late - 7:00 p.m.
2.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
AGENDA – A motion to approve the agenda with an addition in Old Business was made
by Trustee Barela, seconded by Trustee Lopez. Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries.
3.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Rebecca Potter – Rebecca would like to request an executive session matter – Attorney
Trujillo said for her to talk with Cole and possibly set an executive session. Anthony
Garcia – Mr. Garcia said that he would like to voice some of the concerns – One of his
concerns was that he is not in favor of some self-made decisions. As a Board we must
work as one. Decisions are made by one person, this person is going to have breakfast
and have coffee. Mr. Garcia said that he can no longer serve on the Board and that this
is his formal resignation on the …
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Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 07:00
Utility Commission Meeting
✓ Decided: Utility Commission meets, no substantive decisions made
The Utility Commission held a regular meeting on March 12, 2026, but took no substantive actions. The agenda was approved, and the minutes from February 19, 2026, were noted. No votes or decisions were recorded on any items.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
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Utility Commission Meeting
Minutes
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 7:00 am
REGULAR MEETING
Contact: Rose DeHerrera, Town Clerk ([email protected] 719-754-3497)
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance1.
Approval of Agenda2.
Citizen Comments3.
Minutes - February 19, 20264.
New Business
MEAN Representative - Matt Reeda.
5.
Old Business
Open Position - Utility Workera.
Open Seat - Utility Commissionb.
6.
Items for Next Meeting7.
UPDATES
Watera.
Electricb.
Gasc.
8.
Adjournment9.
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves $1,000 donation for after-prom, new town manager contract
The board approved a $1,000 donation to the junior class for an after-prom event, adopted a new contract for the town manager, and passed Ordinance 407 B establishing a planning commission. Watering dates were set for March 16 at the owner's risk, with the official start April 1. The Easter egg hunt was scheduled for April 4, 2026.
- Approved $1,000 donation to junior class for after-prom (unanimous)
- Approved new town manager contract (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 407 B establishing a planning commission (unanimous)
- Set watering start date: March 16 at owner's risk, official start April 1 (unanimous)
- Scheduled Easter egg hunt for April 4, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including court report, police report, public works reports, and payables (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from February 24, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee
Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee Sanchez Late
1.
Approval of Agenda2.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Mary McClure – Ms. McClure was here to talk about the Casa Blanca Park. Ms.
McClure said we have a beautiful park and the playground equipment is part of the
design. Ms. McClure said that she does see a lot of kids playing on the equipment. A
permanent stage is not a good idea; we already have a stage; it fits our needs here in
Center. We do not have a lot of events that require a permanent stage. Ms. McClure is
against moving the equipment, she is in favor of developing the little area, but buying
new playground equipment. Ms. McClure would like to know what the design of the
park is, will it be handicap accessible and what is the cost of the total project?
3.
Consent Agenda
Minutes:
A motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Trustee Garcia, seconded by
Trustee Lopez. Roll Call –All in favo …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · 17:15
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Town Board approves DOLA master planning grant application
The board approved a grant application for DOLA Master Planning to fund a town master plan. They also approved the purchase of a mini excavator for $41,000 after negotiation. Several reports were received on public works, utilities, and planning commission activities.
- Approved agenda with changes (unanimous)
- Approved financials (unanimous)
- Approved payables (unanimous)
- Approved February 10, 2026 minutes with correction (unanimous)
- Approved DOLA Master Planning grant application (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of mini excavator for $41,000 (6-0-1, Beiriger abstained)
- Moved to executive session for town manager contract discussion (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:15 pm
CENTER TOWN BOARD
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
FINANCIAL WORKSHOP - 5:15 P.M.
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos
Mayor Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P
Trustee Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee Sanchez Late
1.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
A motion to approve the agenda with changes was made by Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger,
seconded by Trustee Barela.
Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries.
2.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Sanitation District meeting will be held on March 9 th at 5:00 p.m. Mr. Jones went to
the Utility Commission meeting and enjoyed it and more people should attend.
3.
Financials -
Minutes:
A motion to approve the Financials was made by Trustee Barela, seconded by Trustee
Garcia. Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries.
4.
Payables
Minutes:
5.
A motion to approve the payables was made by Trustee Barela, seconded by Trustee
Garcia. Roll Call –All in favor. Motion Carries
Minutes - February 10, 2026
Minutes:
A motion to approve the February 10, 2026 with a correction to the approval of the
payment to Ciello/SLV REC as Trustee Lopez did abst …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves letter questioning county property valuations
The Town Board voted unanimously to send a letter to the County Assessor expressing concern about property valuation methods and requesting an in-person evaluation of all properties. The Board also approved a $30,000 grant application for an ADU pilot program, a $10,546 payment to SLV/Ciello, and software for the base station. No substantive decisions were made on citizen comments about the Land Trust or power outage notifications.
- Approved sending letter to County Assessor questioning property valuations and requesting in-person evaluation (unanimous)
- Approved application for $30,000 ADU pilot program grant with $7,500 match (unanimous)
- Approved $10,546 payment to SLV/Ciello (6-0-1, Lopez abstained)
- Approved software for base station (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including court, police, and public works reports (unanimous)
- Approved payables with questions (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from January 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved agenda with changes (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee
Lopez P Trustee Garcia Late Trustee Sanchez P
1.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
A motion to approve the agenda with changes was made by Trustee Gonzales,
seconded by Trustee Barela. Roll Call – All in favor. Motion Carries.
2.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Moe Jones – Mr. Jones talked about the meeting that was held at the Theater. Mr.
Jones talked about the Town doing the Land Trust, the land is going to be a tax free
entity. Is it right that the rest of Center pays the taxes? Pearl Lakes did the same thing
and it has caused a big issue. This is his opinion on the issue. Mr. Jones said that the
Sanitation District needs to know what is going on at the North 90. Cole invited Moe or
someone from the District to attend the weekly zoom meetings.
Cindy Jones – Talked about the power outage and how is the Town going to notify the
public, especially the elderly.
3.
Consent Agenda
Court Reporta.
4.
Minut …
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Tue Jan 27, 2026 · 17:15
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves ADU ordinances to unlock state housing grants
The Town Board approved two ordinances updating the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) policy, which is required to remain eligible for state ADU grant funding and CHAFA dollars. The board also approved a special events permit for the Fire Department, an employee handbook, a contract for grant writing services, and a resolution to increase water rates for unmetered residents. Two alternate Planning Commission members were appointed.
- Approved Ordinance 579 (ADU code update) (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 580 (ADU code update) (unanimous)
- Approved special events permit for Fire Department fundraiser on March 7, fee waived (unanimous)
- Approved employee handbook with updates to reflect law changes (unanimous)
- Approved contract with KLJ for grant writing services, $7,500 allocated (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to increase water rates for unmetered residents to $75 base rate, with 5% increase every three months (unanimous)
- Appointed Bill Zuercher and Miguel Rios as alternate Planning Commission members (unanimous)
- Approved financials and payables (unanimous)
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:15 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
WORKSHOP - 5:15PM
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
A financial workshop was held at 5:15 p.m. The meeting was called to order at 6:00
p.m. by Mayor Gallegos. ROLL CALL Mayor Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P
Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee
Sanchez P
1.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
A motion to approve the Agenda with changes was made by Trustee Gonzales,
seconded by Trustee Lopez. Roll Call – All in favor. Motion Carries.
2.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
Moe Jones – Mr. Jones said that the homeless started a fire behind the grocery store.
They were being asked to go to Detox, they refused. Mr. Jones said that he feels that
they need to go to a shelter some place. Mr. Jones feels that they need to find a
resolution for this issue. Mr. Jones also said that they should make more parking where
the old bank was which is now apartments. At Ten o’clock in the morning the post
office is packed it would create more spots for parking.
3.
Financials -4.
Minutes:
A motion to approve the financials was made by Trustee Garcia, seconded by Mayor
Pro-Tem B …
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Tue Jan 13, 2026 · 18:00
Town Board Meeting - Regular
✓ Decided: Board approves option agreement for LITECH land strategy
The Town Board approved an option agreement for a land strategy involving one acre for a LITECH submission to DOLA, with a ground lease recommended over a sale. The board also approved liquor license renewal for Alta Liquor, the consent agenda, payables, and prior meeting minutes with minor corrections. A discussion on a potential town trash service was tabled for six months.
- Approved option agreement for land strategy (7-0)
- Approved Alta Liquor license renewal (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including court, police, public works reports (7-0)
- Approved payables (7-0)
- Approved minutes from November 25 and December 10, 2025 with corrections (7-0)
- Tabled town trash service discussion for six months
📄 From the minutes
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Town Board Meeting - Regular
Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm
MISSION STATEMENT
"The Town of Center shall provide strong leadership, inspire community pride, maintain fiscal
accountability and through its employees offer a high level of service to the residents, business, and
visitors of the community."
NOTE: THIS AGENDA MAY BE AMENDED
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Called to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gallegos at 6:02 P.M. ROLL CALL Mayor
Gallegos P Mayor Pro-Tem Beiriger P Trustee Barela P Trustee Gonzales P Trustee
Lopez P Trustee Garcia P Trustee Sanchez P
1.
Approval of Agenda
Minutes:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion to approve the agenda was made by Trustee Lopez,
seconded by Trustee Garcia. Roll Call – All in favor. Motion Carries. APPROVAL OF
MEETING DATES AND TIMES A motion to leave the dates and times for 2026, being
Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. was made by Trustee Garcia,
seconded by Trustee Barela. Roll Call-All in favor.
2.
Citizen Comments
Minutes:
CITIZEN COMMENTS Rick McCormick – Mr. McCormick talked about the fire that
happened this weekend. Mr. McCormick would like the Town to continue the effort to
control the weeds. The residents need to learn how to stack the wood also. Mr.
McCormick thinks that the Town needs to send out a newsletter talking about the
weeds. Clean up within 30 days.
3.
Consent Agenda
Minutes:
4.
Court Report- Judge Tarnutzer was present to give the …
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