Cortez public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to review old business regarding the Creative District and mural pictures. Members will also discuss a board handbook and ideas for a logo competition celebrating USA250, Colorado150, and Cortez130.
- CCA Logos (Steinberg)
- Creative District
- Mural Pictures
- 2025 Work Plan
- Logo Competition for USA250/Colorado150/Cortez130
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to review updates on the Land Use Code and the 2024 CLG Grant. The board will also discuss the 2025 Work Plan draft and the 2025 CLG Grant.
- 2024 CLG Grant update
- Land Use Code update regarding School District Buildings
- 2025 Work Plan DRAFT
- 2025 CLG Grant
- Board meeting time and attendance policy
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Creative District and mural pictures. The committee will also review a board handbook and the 2025 work plan.
- Creative District discussion
- Mural Pictures discussion
- Board Handbook review
- 2025 Work Plan development
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will discuss the 2025 Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant, grants for historic properties, and the CREA 2025 Events Grant. They will also consider board meeting time and attendance policy, a presentation for City Council, and updates on the 2024 CLG Grant and Land Use Code. Old business includes reviewing a draft 2025 work plan, historic building guidelines, and a public use agreement form for historic photos.
- Discussion on 2025 CLG Grant
- Grants for Historic Properties
- CREA 2025 Events Grant
- Land Use Code Update
- Historic Photos Public Use Agreement Form/Process
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 5, hear a presentation from Parks & Rec on Halloween activities, and review old business items including the 81321 update and Creative District. New business includes discussing a Theater Teacher of the Year nomination, a board handbook, and a 2025 CREA Marketing Grant.
- Presentation from Parks & Rec on Halloween activities
- Review of Third Thursday event
- Update on 81321 project
- Discussion of CCA Logos (Steinberg)
- Consideration of 2025 CREA Marketing Grant
Library Board
The Cortez Library Board will meet to discuss the process for interviewing candidates for the Library Director position. The meeting includes welcome, introductions, and public comments, but the only substantive discussion item is the interview process.
- Discussion of the Library Director interview process
The Library Advisory Board discussed the ongoing search for a new Library Director, noting that 25 applications were received and interviews begin the week of Sept. 16. Final interviews are tentatively scheduled for Oct. 3, with a public meet-and-greet on Oct. 2. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.
- Noted 25 applications received for Library Director position
- Scheduled final interviews tentatively for Oct. 3, 2024
- Scheduled public meet-and-greet for Oct. 2, 2024
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee (CPAAC) will hold a routine meeting on September 9, 2024. The agenda includes approval of minutes, old business items such as Third Thursday updates and the Creative District, and new business including mural pictures and a report on the mural at the Farmer's Market. The meeting also includes a report for City Council. No significant decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Third Thursday updates for September 19
- 81321 Update
- CCA Logos discussion
- Creative District update
- Mural at Farmer's Market report
The committee approved the August minutes and discussed creating a Creative Arts District, tabling the topic until a later meeting. They also discussed redoing a mural near the Cortez Farmer's Market in partnership with the building owner, 81321 Launch, and LOR, potentially with 2025 grant funding. No formal votes were taken on these items.
- Approved minutes from August 5, 2024 meeting
- Tabled Creative District discussion until a later meeting
- Scheduled ad hoc meeting for October 4 or 11 to discuss Creative District
- Discussed mural redo near Farmer's Market with potential partnership
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially advance several administrative and policy items. Key topics include a draft 2025 work plan, historic building guidelines, a public use agreement for historic photos, and updates on the 2024 CLG grant and land use code changes.
- Approval of minutes from August 7, 2024
- Discussion of attendance policy for board members
- Review of 2025 Work Plan DRAFT
- Historic Building Guidelines discussion
- Historic Photos Public Use Agreement Form/Process
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board met on September 4, 2024, and discussed several agenda items including an attendance policy, the 2025 work plan draft, historic building guidelines, and a public use agreement for historic photos. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.
- Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 meeting
- Discussed attendance policy for board members
- Discussed 2025 work plan draft
- Discussed historic building guidelines
- Discussed historic photos public use agreement form/process
- Received updates on 2024 CLG grant, eligible properties, 2024 work plan, land use code, and school district buildings
Historic Preservation Board
The Historic Preservation Board will meet to review changes to the Land Use Code regarding historic preservation. The board will also discuss school district buildings and provide an update on the 2024 CLG Grant.
- Review of Land Use Code Changes for Historic Preservation
- Discussion of School District Buildings
- 2024 CLG Grant Update
- Review of eligible but not listed properties
- Introduction of Montezuma Heritage Museum Executive Director Elizabeth Quinn MacMillan
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee meets to approve July minutes and handle old business including Third Thursday event updates and CCA logos. New business includes moving the September meeting due to Labor Day and discussing library art events and the skate park.
- Move September meeting from Monday 9/2 (Labor Day) to Monday 9/9
- Discuss library art events
- Discuss skate park
- Update on Third Thursday events (August 15: Beach; September 19: TBD)
- CCA Logos update (Steinberg)
The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee approved minutes from July 1 and moved the September meeting from Labor Day to Sept. 9. They discussed a creative arts district, a proposed skate park painting event, and library art shows, but took no formal action on these items. One 81321 Launch Grant project (painting K-Rails at Tucker Lane) was funded.
- Approved minutes from July 1, 2024 meeting
- Moved September meeting from Sept. 2 to Sept. 9 (motion passed)
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting and discuss upcoming public art activities. Plans for July 18 include painted rocks and community coloring book pages. A separate meeting regarding the 81321 launch is scheduled for July 11.
- July 18: Painted rocks and community coloring programs
- July 11: Meeting for the 81321 launch
- Review of CCA logos by Steinberg
- Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes
Historic Preservation Board
The board will discuss training, the Colorado 150/America 250 planning, and a Main Street webinar. Members will also review the 2024 CLG Grant update and plans for Historic Preservation Day. The July meeting is scheduled to be cancelled.
- 2024 CLG Grant update
- Colorado 150, America 250 planning introduction
- Review of 2024 Historic Preservation Day plans
- Cancellation of July meeting
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing progress on its 2024 work plan, including updates for Third Thursday volunteer days and the Historic Cortez Coloring Book. Members will also discuss the second round of 81321 grant funding and upcoming committee goals.
- Second round of 81321 grant funding closes July 1
- Volunteer review committee meets July 11 at noon
- Review of Historic Cortez Coloring Book and preservation events
- Discussion regarding a Council representative for CPAAC
- Update on Third Thursday volunteer schedules
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee (CPAAC) is meeting to review updates on the Skatepark Mural, plan Third Thursday and First Friday events, and discuss the 81321 Launch and Historic Cortez Coloring Book. They will also set goals for the coming year, including Arts District benchmarks and community buy-in. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Skatepark Mural update
- Third Thursday events June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19
- First Friday events May-October
- 81321 Launch rounds 1-3
- Historic Cortez Coloring Book and Historic Preservation Month events
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve April minutes and discuss new and old business. Key items include updates on the 2024 CLG grant, planning for Historic Preservation Day, and discussions on eligible but unlisted properties and historic building guidelines. The board will also review its annual work plan, including the Carpenter/Greer inventory project.
- 2024 CLG Grant Update
- 2024 Historic Preservation Day planning, including SHPO workshops and artist showcase
- Discussion of eligible but not listed properties
- Historic Building Guidelines discussion
- Annual Work Plan review, including Carpenter/Greer inventory timeline
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including hanging art at CCC, and review old business such as the 2024 CLG grant update and Historic Preservation Day plans. They will also discuss eligible but not listed properties, building guidelines, and representative updates. The agenda includes routine administrative items and planning for upcoming events.
- Hanging art on May 1 at CCC from 10:30a-12p
- 2024 CLG Grant Update
- 2024 Historic Preservation Day planning: SHPO workshops, coloring book artist showcase, banner design, scavenger hunt, poster draft
- Send flyers & letters to eligible but not listed properties in mid-April 2024
- Historic Building Guidelines discussion
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, planning participation in Third Thursday events, and reviewing committee goals for the coming year. The agenda includes updates on the Skatepark Mural (no update) and the 81321 project, with a possible grant committee meeting. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Third Thursday booth/activity planning for June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19
- Ad hoc grant committee meeting options for April 17, 22, 23, 24
- Historic Cortez Coloring Book art hanging at CCC from 10:30a-12p
- Review of CCA logos with font selection
- Re-examination of committee goals and Arts District benchmarks
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes and discuss new and old business. Items include a plaque for the Free Press, a Historic Preservation Day banner, the 2024 CLG Grant, a local workshop, and historic building guidelines. The agenda is largely routine administrative and planning work, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Plaque for Free Press
- HP Day Banner
- 2024 Historic Preservation Day
- 2024 CLG Grant
- Historic Building Guidelines
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss old business including the skatepark mural and historic coloring book, and set its 2024 goals and work plan. The agenda includes planning for events like First Friday and Third Thursday, as well as the 81321 Launch.
- Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 meeting
- Skatepark mural (no update)
- Historic Cortez Coloring Book – results & RFP for graphic designer
- 2024 Goals & Work Plan
- First Friday and Third Thursday event coordination
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss potential updates to Section 6.19 of the City Land Use Code, focusing on criteria for designation, the alteration process, and adding a demolition permit process. The board will review examples from other communities and consider whether to formalize a Certificate of Alteration process and apply demolition rules to all structures or only those on historic registers. This is part of a broader Land Use Code and Housing Plan Update project.
- Discussion on adding a Demolition Permit process for designated structures
- Consideration of a formal Certificate of Alteration process
- Review of criteria for historic designation, including potential prioritization of architectural features, events, or figures
- Question on applying stricter standards to National Register properties
- Part of the Cortez Land Use Code and Housing Plan Update (adoption expected May-June 2024)
Library Board
The Cortez Library Board is meeting to discuss board concerns and staff responses, the future of the library, and to elect a chairperson and secretary. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no formal votes or decisions listed.
- Discussion of board concerns and staff response
- Discussion of the future of the library
- Election of a chairperson and secretary
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, welcoming new members, and selecting a representative for a coloring book committee. They will also discuss and plan for the 2024 Historic Preservation Day, the annual work plan, a local preservation workshop, and a Realtor/Developer course. The agenda includes updates from various representatives and other business items.
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
- New member from Planning & Zoning: Emily Waldrup
- Swearing in of new member from Montezuma County Historical Society
- Choosing representative to HP Coloring Book selection committee
- 2024 Historic Preservation Day planning
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, receiving updates on the Skatepark Mural and Third Thursday events, and discussing the Historic Cortez Coloring Book. They will also consider new business regarding CCA logos and hear updates from committee members.
- Approval of minutes from December 4, 2023, meeting
- Skatepark Mural update (no update reported)
- Third Thursday update
- 81321 Launch update
- Historic Cortez Coloring Book – nominate 1-2 representatives for committee
Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee
The Cortez Public Art Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on the Grateful Tree project, receive updates on the Skatepark Mural, Third Thursday, CCA & 81321 Launch, and Historic Preservation Day, and consider changing its meeting time to accommodate youth. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and member updates.
- Presentation of Grateful Tree project
- Skatepark Mural (no update)
- Third Thursday (no update)
- CCA & 81321 Launch update
- Change meeting time to help accommodate youth
Historic Preservation Board
The Cortez Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, elect a chairman and vice chairman, and draft its 2024 annual work plan. The board will also discuss the 2024 Historic Preservation Day, a CREA grant update, and a CLG grant application due January 16, 2024.
- Election of Chairman & Vice Chairman
- Draft Annual Work Plan for 2024
- 2024 Historic Preservation Day discussion
- CREA 2024 Grant Update
- CLG 2024 Grant Application due 1/16/24