Cortez public meetings in 2023

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting for routine business: approving minutes, hearing updates on the skatepark mural, Third Thursday, and a coloring book project, and voting to move the January meeting to January 8, 2024. No major decisions or new proposals are on the agenda.

• Motion to move next meeting to Monday, January 8, 2024 at 5 PM
• Skatepark Mural – no update
• Third Thursday update
• Historic Preservation Day & Historic Cortez Coloring Book update
• Welcome new member Jacob McIntosh

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, discussing mural applications, and addressing committee vacancies. They will also hear updates on the Third Thursday program, the Cortez Cultural Center, and new items like Historic Preservation Day and a coloring book.

• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of mural database and submission/revoke applications
• Committee vacancies: youth and 1 member
• Historic Preservation Day & Historic Cortez Coloring Book
• Creative Survey Facebook post

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding its regular November meeting to approve October minutes, discuss new business including a Certified Local Government (CLG) evaluation and workshop opportunities, and consider canceling the December meeting. Old business includes the CLG annual report due November 1, outreach to owners of eligible-but-unlisted properties, and upcoming grant applications for CREA 2024 and CLG 2024. The board will also hear updates from representatives of the City Council, Realtor, Cortez Cultural Center, Chamber of Commerce, Planning and Zoning, and Montezuma County Historical Society.

• CLG evaluation results to be discussed
• CLG Annual Report due November 1
• CREA 2024 Grant Application due 10/31
• CLG 2024 Grant Application due 1/16/24
• Possible cancellation of December meeting

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss new members, and plan for the 2024 Historic Preservation Day. They will also review updates on the 2022 CLG Grant, city register applications, and the annual report due November 1.

• Discussion of 2024 Historic Preservation Day
• Update on 2022 CLG Grant
• City Register applications due September 30
• CLG Annual Report due November 1
• NAPC Webinar on Realtor/Developer Course, October 12

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, discussing mural applications and the skatepark mural, planning for Third Thursday 2024, and addressing committee vacancies. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Discussion of mural database and submission/revoke applications
• Skatepark mural update
• Third Thursday debrief and planning for September 2024
• Committee vacancies for youth and one member
• Cortez Cultural Center and 81321 Launch update

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing public art projects, including mural submissions and site locations, next steps for the skatepark mural, and a debrief of the Third Thursday event. They will also address a committee member's resignation and updates from the Cortez Cultural Center.

• Discussion of mural submission process and prospective site locations
• Next steps for the skatepark mural
• Debrief of Third Thursday and planning for September 17 event
• Resignation of a committee member
• Update on CCA meeting and 81321 Launch

The committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2023, meeting. Members discussed updates to the Mural Tour brochure and the status of the skatepark mural, which is delayed until next year. A motion to revamp 81321 for $12,000 was postponed until the next meeting.

• Approved August 7, 2023, meeting minutes
• Postponed motion to revamp 81321 for $12,000 until next meeting

Historic Preservation Board

The board approved the minutes from the August 2, 2023, meeting. Members discussed strategies to increase registration of eligible historic properties and extended the application deadline to September 30th.

• Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Extended City Register application deadline to September 30th

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding a wrap-up meeting to present the results of the 2022 Auto/Tourism Grant, introduce the process for listing a property on the City Register, and answer questions. The agenda is informational and procedural, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Presentation of 2022 Auto/Tourism Grant results by Jen Wahlers
• Explanation of the process for listing property on the City Register by Linda Towle
• Introduction to the Cortez Historic Preservation Board by Linda Towle

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The committee approved a fiscal sponsorship between the Cortez Creative Alliance and Onward!. Members also decided to participate in the August and September Third Thursday events. The committee approved granting the City of Cortez access to its Facebook page for archiving purposes.

• Approved July minutes with amendments
• Approved giving City of Cortez access to FB page for archiving
• Approved fiscal sponsorship between Cortez Creative Alliance and Onward!
• Approved committee participation in August and September Third Thursday events

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, swearing in a new member, and accepting a resignation. They will also review historic preservation in the city's comprehensive plan and receive updates on state grants and a public meeting.

• Swearing in of new member Towle
• Resignation of Uptain
• Review of Historic Preservation in City's Comprehensive Plan
• Update on Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) Survey Planning Grant 2021
• Public meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 23

The Board approved the June 6, 2023, meeting minutes and removed the 2021 SHF Survey Planning Grant from the agenda. Members discussed the City's Comprehensive Plan and the eligibility of 14 properties for the City Register. A public meeting to present these results is scheduled for August 23, 2023.

• Approved June 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Removed 2021 SHF Survey Planning Grant from agenda as plan is complete
• Confirmed 14 of 17 properties are eligible for the City Register
• Scheduled public meeting for August 23, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is holding an ad hoc meeting to elect interim leadership positions and discuss old and new business. Items include mural submission materials from Mancos CD, an update on the Skatepark Mural, and a memorandum of understanding with The Cultural Center regarding an AmeriCorps position. The committee will also schedule meetings with Rotary and Chelsea Lunders, set up a shared calendar, and review 2023 goals.

• Election for CPAAC interim leadership positions
• Mural submission materials from Mancos CD
• Skatepark Mural update
• MOU with Cultural Center re: AmeriCorps position and grant pass-through
• Schedule meeting with Rotary re: public art installation next to old Moose and Moore

The committee elected interim officers and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed mural planning, skate park repairs, and the development of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cultural Center.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Elected Tai Rogers as Chair
• Elected Sasha Steinberg as Vice Chair
• Elected Samantha Combs as Secretary
• Elected Erik Quiroz as Treasurer
• Tabled LOR funding for skate park mural
• Tabled Facebook page discussion to next month
• Tabled meeting regarding public art installation near old Moose and Moore

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss new and old business, including a CLG review, grant updates, and a City Register application for Penney's. The board will also swear in new members and consider canceling the July 5 meeting.

• Swearing in for Russell and Toms
• CLG Review with Lindsey Flewelling
• Cancelation of July 5 meeting
• Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) Survey Planning Grant 2021 update
• City Council Approval for Penney's City Register Application

The Board approved the cancellation of its July 5 meeting. Members Russell and Toms were sworn in for three-year terms, and the Board received a review of Certified Local Government (CLG) responsibilities and grant opportunities.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Sworn in Russell and Toms for 3-year terms
• Unanimously approved cancellation of July 5 meeting

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss leadership appointments, voting procedures, and several art projects including murals and a potential takeover of the 81321 launch event. They will also review old business like the skatepark mural, newsletter, and ordinance changes regarding youth members.

• Appointment of committee leadership positions
• Discussion of voting procedures
• Mural pamphlet update with Becky Levy and Jodi Jahrling
• Potential CPAAC takeover of 81321 Launch event
• Skatepark mural and mural contracts review

The committee approved the May 1 notes and rescheduled the July meeting to July 10. Members discussed potential efforts to establish a creative district and reviewed updates on local murals and city beautification.

• Approved May 1, 2023 notes
• Tabled appointment of committee leadership positions
• Rescheduled July meeting to 7/10/23 at 5 pm

Historic Preservation Board

The board approved the minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting. No new business was discussed. Old business included scheduling a CLG review for June 7, 2023, renewal of board terms for Russell, Toms, and Towle to be considered by City Council, and updates on the 2021 SHF Survey Grant and 2022 CLG Grant. A public meeting for the survey results is planned for summer.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting (motion by Toms, second by Levy)
• Scheduled CLG review with Lindsey Flewelling for June 7, 2023
• Renewal of terms for Russell, Toms, and Towle scheduled for May 9 City Council meeting
• No update on Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) Survey Planning Grant 2021
• No update on 2022 CLG Grant; public meeting planned for summer
• Logistics reviewed for 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day on May 13, 2023
• City Register application for Penney's: first reading April 25, final reading May 9, on schedule for approval
• Introduced new staff member Lydia Regalado as part-time administrative assistant

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee (CPAAC) is holding its regular meeting to review notes from April 3 and discuss new business, including updates on the CCA mural pamphlet, the Colorado Opportunity Now program, the 81321 Launch (possibly taken over by CPAAC), and the Merryweather mural. Old business includes the Skatepark Mural, newsletter, ordinance changes for youth member retention, mural contracts, city beautification, follow-up meetings with various creative district directors, and upcoming events like the CCI Summit and Philanthropy Days. The meeting is procedural and includes announcements about local art shows and events.

• Mural pamphlet update by Becky Levy and Jodi Jahrling
• 81321 Launch project extension by Nicci Crowley, CPAAC may take over
• Skatepark Mural and Merryweather mural discussions
• Ordinance changes for youth member attraction and retainment
• Budget proposal by Rachael Marchbanks

The committee approved the notes from the April 3, 2023 meeting. Members discussed various mural projects, beautification grants, and upcoming creative district events, but no other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting notes

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes updates on state grants, a tax credit webinar, and planning for the 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day, along with routine items like approving minutes and receiving public input.

• Update on Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) Survey Planning Grant 2021
• 2022 CLG Grant update
• Planning for 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day, May 2023
• City Register application for Penney's
• Renewal of terms for Russell, Toms, Towle

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to review past minutes and discuss new business, including coordinating with city staff on upcoming conferences and a public meeting. The committee will also address old business items such as the Skatepark Mural, newsletter, ordinance changes, and a scholarship proposal. The agenda includes planning a budget proposal event and several follow-up meetings with regional partners.

• Meeting with Susan Landers, DCD regarding CCI Summit (June 1-2) and Philanthropy Days (June 7-9)
• Schedule planning meeting for Budget Proposal event
• Skatepark Mural update with Creighton and Desiree
• Scholarship proposal involving SCYC, Youth Leadership Network, Young Artists Association, SWOS
• Follow-up meetings with Mesa Verde Country, CCI Interim Director, and Creative District directors

The committee approved the meeting notes from March 6, 2023. Members discussed the timeline for the skatepark mural, potential scholarship options for students, and upcoming creative district summits. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting notes

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss new and ongoing business, including grant updates, board member terms, and planning for the 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day. The agenda includes several informational items and reports from representatives.

• CLG Review with Lindsey Flewelling scheduled for June 7, 2023
• Tax Credit Webinar on March 29
• Renewal of terms for Russell, Toms, and Towle
• Colorado State Historical Fund (SHF) Survey Planning Grant 2021 progress (Project #2021-SP-001)
• Planning for 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day, May 2023

The Historic Preservation Board recommended the application for the JC Penney building to be added to the City Register. The board also approved a letter of support for the Cortez Cultural Center’s Laura Musser grant.

• Approved letter of support for Cortez Cultural Center’s Laura Musser grant
• Recommended application for JC Penney building to be on the City Register
• Approved February 1 meeting minutes

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting to review minutes, discuss new business including a skatepark mural and city liaison updates, and follow up on old business such as the 81321 grant program and community outreach. The agenda includes items on a newsletter draft, community calendar press release, committee vacancies, ordinance review, and a scholarship idea for high school participation. Several follow-up meetings with local officials and creative district directors are also listed for discussion.

• Skatepark mural discussion with Creighton and Desiree
• 81321 Launch: $1,000 per project, 12 projects in a year
• Ordinance review
• Scholarship idea for high school participation
• Follow-up meetings with Tami Graham, TJ Zark, Drew Sanders, and creative district directors

The committee discussed plans for skatepark murals in spring 2023 and the need for a code change regarding the committee's powers and duties. Members reviewed potential youth volunteer sources and upcoming city council worksessions. No formal votes were recorded.

• Tabled action items for follow-up meetings
• Proposed April 1, 2023 deadline for committee membership applications

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Cortez Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a special meeting to elect officers and decide on two variance requests for a property at 500 South Market Street. The Pinon Project and Blueline Development propose converting an abandoned laundromat into 17 studio apartments for individuals at risk of homelessness. The board will consider a variance to the minimum lot area per unit and a variance to parking and loading requirements, each with six conditions. Staff recommends approval of both variances.

• Variance to minimum lot area/unit (2,000 sq ft required, 1,178 sq ft proposed) for 17 studio apartments at 500 S. Market
• Variance to parking and loading requirements (19 spaces proposed vs 34 required; no loading spaces)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
• Project includes adaptive reuse of abandoned laundromat, with partial demolition and new construction
• If variance denied, property limited to 9-10 affordable units or 6 market-rate units

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to review minutes, discuss new business including the 81321 launch and an art opening, and follow up on old business such as the skatepark mural and city beautification. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Jan 3, 2023 minutes
• 81321 Launch discussion
• AP art opening at Turquoise Raven
• Skatepark Mural follow-up
• New email: [email protected]

The committee approved the minutes from the January 3, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the formation of the Cortez Creative Alliance and the 81321 Launch project, but no other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved Jan 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled City Beautification
• Tabled Skatepark Mural
• Tabled action items from past meetings

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including progress on a State Historical Fund survey planning grant, updates on Certified Local Government grants, and planning for the 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day. The board will also consider administrative support and updates to its membership list.

• Colorado State Historical Fund Survey Planning Grant 2021 progress
• 2022 CLG Grant update and 2023 CLG Grant application
• 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day, May 20, 2023: theme and coordinator
• Administrative support for the Board
• Updated membership list and terms

The board approved the minutes from the January meeting. Members discussed grant updates, the 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day tour, and administrative procedures for agenda notifications.

• Approved January minutes

Historic Preservation Board

The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding its regular meeting, which includes electing officers for the year, reviewing progress on a state survey planning grant, and discussing updates on CLG grants and the upcoming Historic Preservation Day. The meeting is primarily administrative and informational.

• Election of officers for the board
• Progress update on Colorado State Historical Fund Survey Planning Grant #2021-SP-001
• Update on 2022 CLG Grant and application for 2023 CLG Grant
• Planning for 13th Annual Historic Preservation Day on May 20, 2023
• Updates from representatives including City Council, Realtor, Cultural Center, Chamber of Commerce, Planning and Building, and Historical Society

The board elected Linda Towle as Chairman and Holly Tatnall as Vice-Chairman. Members reviewed the status of several Certified Local Government (CLG) grants and the upcoming Historic Preservation Day. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved November minutes
• Elected Linda Towle as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Holly Tatnall as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is holding its regular meeting to review December minutes and discuss new business, including the Farm to Spaceship event and an Ugly Sweater gathering. The committee will also revisit old business such as email procedures, a city beautification/lodger's tax advisory proposal, and follow-up meetings with various officials. A proposed 2023 meeting schedule is included, with January shifted to Jan 3 due to New Year's Day.

• Farm to Spaceship event (first week in December) discussion
• Ugly Sweater @ Wildedge event recap (Dec 8, 2022)
• Creative Economy Committee: need name, trustee ideas, mission/vision statement, pillars
• City beautification/lodger's tax advisory proposal: 3-4 ideas in memo format
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule with holiday conflicts (Jan 3, July 3, Sept 4)

The committee approved the December 5, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed plans to repaint skatepark murals in May and reviewed a $36,000 beautification fund. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved December 5, 2022 minutes with corrections