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Cortez public meetings in 2025

36 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

Board to select officers and set 2026 goals

The Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Advisory Board will meet to confirm minutes, review the Parks & Rec Master Plan, and determine officers for the 2026 work plan.

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✓ Decided: Board appoints new chair, vice chair and secretary unanimously

The advisory board approved the November 6, 2025 minutes without dissent. Members voted unanimously to name Klein as chair, Landreth as vice chair, and Moore as secretary. The board directed staff to collect input for the 2026 work plan and to reschedule the January meeting to January 8. No other motions were denied or tabled.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

Board will consider two historic designation applications for local properties

The Historic Preservation Board will review applications to designate 245 East Montezuma Avenue and 401 East Empire Street as historic sites. The meeting will also discuss the 2026 work plan, a Colorado Preservation Inc. display titled “Rooted in Place,” and updates on 2025 and 2026 CLG grant projects. Additional updates will be provided by city council, realtor, cultural center, chamber, planning, and the county historical society.

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✓ Decided: Board recommended 245 East Montezuma and 410 East Empire for historic listing

The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It voted to recommend that 245 East Montezuma Avenue be added to the City Register of Historic Places. It also voted to recommend that 410 East Empire Street be added, pending a state site number, and approved a plan for the 2026 work schedule to be reviewed in January.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

Public Arts Advisory Committee to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss 2026 work plan

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. The committee will review old business items, including the 2026 Work Plan and Third Thursdays planning. New business includes noting that the City Council presentation has been postponed to early 2026. Members will provide updates on the Cortez Creative Arts District, the Chamber of Commerce, and the School Community Youth Collaborative.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved 2026 work plan and November meeting minutes

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the November 3 meeting. They approved the 2026 work plan. The committee motioned to issue a call for creative businesses to participate in Third Thursday events and postponed the City Council presentation to early 2026.

Fri Nov 7, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

Board will discuss the 2026 budget status and draft fee schedule

The Golf Advisory Committee will meet on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the Conquistador Golf Course Clubhouse. The agenda includes reports from staff, the men’s, women’s, youth, and at‑large members, and a council report. The committee will discuss the 2026 budget status, a draft fee schedule for 2026, the end‑of‑season date of November 16, 2025, and plans for a winter meeting on financial analysis and the 2026 seasonal plan.

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✓ Decided: Golf Advisory Committee adopts 2026 fee increase plan

The committee unanimously approved the September 26, 2025 meeting minutes. 2025 golf rounds rose to 25,271 (up 8%) and revenue to $622,966 (up 10%) compared with 2024. The board voted to adopt the staff‑proposed Option A fee changes for 2026, including a 10% increase to annual passes, a private cart fee of $800, higher peak‑season daily fees, and a $5 tournament fee increase for pass holders. The decision will be taken to the next City Council meeting for final approval.

Thu Nov 6, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Board to discuss 2026 fees and budget

The board will review the 2026 budget and discuss fees for 2026. The meeting includes updates on the Parks & Rec Master Plan and 2025 project statuses.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved July and August meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Advisory Board approved the July minutes unanimously and approved the August minutes unanimously after adjustments. No other formal actions were voted on; the board received reports on the master plan, youth recruitment, 2026 budget, project status, charter review, program surveys, and fee discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

Board reviews 2025 CLG Grant bid and land‑use code changes

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss updates on several grant programs and the 2025 work plan. It will review and make a recommendation on the bid for the 2025 CLG Grant and consider changes to Chapter 7 of the Land Use Code and an application for historic designation. The board will also consider ideas for historic preservation events in 2026, including a walking tour and a Parade of Lights theme.

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✓ Decided: Board approves changes to Chapter 7 Land Use Code and historic designation application

The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It also approved the proposed changes to Chapter 7 of the Land Use Code and the application for historic designation. Other topics such as event ideas, grant updates, and a possible fee for historic register applicants were discussed but no decisions were made.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

Committee will consider canceling the December and/or January meetings.

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee will approve minutes from its October 6, 2025 meeting. It will review the 2025 and 2026 work plans and discuss planning for the Third Thursdays program. New business includes a presentation to City Council scheduled for December 9, 2025 and consideration of canceling the December and/or January meetings. Updates will be provided on the Cortez Creative Arts District, the Chamber of Commerce, and the School Community Youth Collaborative.

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✓ Decided: Committee cancelled the January 2026 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. A motion to cancel the January 2026 meeting was made by Osborne, seconded by Rogers, and passed. The December meeting will proceed as regularly scheduled. No other formal decisions were recorded.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Library Board

Cortez Library Board to discuss AspenCat and upcoming events

The Library Advisory Board will review the Director's report and provide updates on AspenCat. The board is also discussing upcoming events, including a book sale and a fundraiser.

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✓ Decided: Library Board unanimously approved consent agenda items

The board approved the consent agenda, which included the September 2025 minutes and the Library Director’s report. Heidi made the motion, Caitrin seconded, and all members voted to approve. No other decisions were recorded in the meeting.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

Board will present official historic designation for 20‑30 West Main St

The Historic Preservation Board will consider several items, including the official designation of 20‑30 West Main Street and letters of support for grant applications. The board will review the America 250/Colorado 150 CLG Grant, the 2025 CLG Grant bid, and proposed changes to Chapter 7 of the Land Use Code. It will also receive updates on the 2025 work plan and ideas for historic preservation events in 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board approves grant letters, applies for CREA grant, and backs archaeological proposal

The board unanimously authorized Chair Holly Tatnall to sign a letter supporting a $20,000 historic assessment grant. It approved applying for the 2026 CREA Marketing Grant to promote historic preservation activities. The board unanimously recommended that City Council accept the Woods Canyon Archaeological Consultants proposal for documenting the CCC Camp. It decided no action on the Cortez Airport Cleanup Grant letter and tabled changes to Chapter 7 land‑use code and historic designation applications until November.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

CPAAC will develop 2026 work plan and consider CREA marketing grant

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee will review several ongoing programs, including First Friday, Third Thursdays, and the 81321 Launch. It will discuss the 2025 Work Plan and upcoming 2026 Projects. New business includes developing a work plan for 2026 and considering the CREA Marketing Grant for 2026. An update on the Cortez Creative Arts District will also be provided.

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✓ Decided: Committee added a mural project to the 2026 work plan

The committee approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to add a potential mural, Third Thursday activities, and the 81321 launch to the 2026 work plan. The committee also resolved to apply for the 2026 CREA Marketing Grant. No other motions were voted on.

Thu Oct 2, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

Board will review 2026 budget update and city charter code

The Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Advisory Board will discuss updates to the Parks & Rec Master Plan, youth member recruitment, the 2026 budget, and the status of 2025 projects. New business includes a review of the city charter and code. Subcommittee reports and department operations will also be presented.

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Fri Sep 26, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

Discussion of the 2026 golf budget and fee concepts

The Cortez Golf Advisory Committee will meet on September 26, 2025 to discuss several items related to the golf course. Topics include the 2026 budget status and update, the 2026 fee concept, and the end‑of‑season date of November 16, 2025. The committee will also review the October meeting plan, which covers a proposed fee schedule, a financial analysis of enterprise fund feasibility, and the 2026 seasonal plan for marketing, programming, and projects.

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✓ Decided: Golf Advisory Committee unanimously approves prior meeting minutes

The committee approved the August 8, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It directed that the proposed 2026 fee increase be moderated and that members be informed of a larger increase planned for 2027. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Library Board

Board will consider adopting a new library logo

The Cortez Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to approve the consent agenda, including minutes from August 14, 2025. New business items include reviewing a proposed library logo, upcoming library events, and fundraising plans. The board will also receive updates on the AspenCat system and an author event scheduled for October 23. No other decisions are noted.

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✓ Decided: Board approved meeting minutes and new library logo

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes. The board also approved the new library logo after reviewing it. A motion to adjourn was made by Heidi, seconded by Holly, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:30 PM.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee to discuss 2026 projects and event planning

The committee will review updates on the StreetScape Art Park and discuss potential projects for 2026. The meeting also includes planning for First Friday and Third Thursday events.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Advisory Committee approved August 4 meeting minutes

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting, with a motion by Erik Quiroz and a second by Tai Rogers. The committee received updates on the StreetScape Art Park, skatepark repairs, upcoming murals, and several community art projects for 2026. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Board approved updates to Chapter 7 land‑use code definitions

The board approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. It approved updates to the historic resources and historic significance definitions in Chapter 7, including a change to the Historic Resources Register and language updates to Section 7.02.9. The board also nominated Yaquinto and Towle to serve on the CLG Grant RFP review committee.

Fri Aug 22, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

Golf Advisory Committee to discuss 2026 budget and projects

The Golf Advisory Committee will meet to receive reports from staff and various clubs. The committee is scheduled to discuss the 2026 budget and related projects.

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✓ Decided: Golf Advisory Committee unanimously approved the August 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the August 8, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. Staff presented 2026 project priorities, and the committee expressed support for those priorities. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Thu Aug 21, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

✓ Decided: Board supports 2026 Parks & Rec project priority list

The advisory board received the Parks & Rec Master Plan report. It also approved the priority projects outlined in the 2026 Project Prioritization memo. No other substantive actions were taken.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Library Board

✓ Decided: Library board approved minutes and finalized the Patron Code of Conduct

The board voted to approve the meeting minutes. The Patron Code of Conduct was finalized and posted. The meeting was then adjourned.

Fri Aug 8, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Golf Advisory Committee scheduled Aug 22 meeting, no decisions recorded

The committee set a meeting for Friday, August 22, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. in the Conquistador Golf Course Club House. An agenda was adopted covering reports, a 2026 budget discussion, and other topics. No approvals, votes, or other substantive actions were recorded in these minutes.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

✓ Decided: Board approves updates to land use code and removes public hearing for historic designations

The board approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. It voted to eliminate the public‑hearing requirement from the historic designation application process. The board also approved recommended updates to Chapters 2, 5, and 7 of the Land Use Code, including wording changes to the historic‑signs section and adding a checkbox to the Historic Resources Nomination Form. The City Council’s approval of the Manaugh historic designation was noted.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved the July 8 2025 meeting minutes

The Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the July 8 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the committee discussed promotional ideas and upcoming events but did not adopt any resolutions.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Library Board

✓ Decided: Friends of the Library will fund the Alana Yazzie event expenses

The board approved a minor edit to the Patron Code of Conduct policy and assigned Beth to send the revised policy to Drew and the city attorney. Minutes from the previous meeting will be revised to add Heidi to the attendance list and sent to Beth for posting. Friends of the Library agreed to cover the expenses for the Alana Yazzie “Modern Navajo Kitchen” event, with the date to be set for October.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

✓ Decided: Board approved June 2025 minutes and adopted 2026 budget priority list

The board unanimously approved the June 2025 meeting minutes. It received reports from the Forestry subcommittee, the Recreation User Group, the Park Ranger program update, and the Department Operations report. The board also accepted the 2026 budget priority rankings and will incorporate them into budget planning.

Fri Jun 27, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved May 2025 minutes and placed parking lot project on hold

The Golf Advisory Committee unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. It reported that the golf parking lot project is on hold indefinitely because the bid exceeded the budget by more than $100,000. The committee also received reports on the private cart policy ordinance, the city code audit process, and the 2026 project discussion, and set the next meeting for August 8 with no July meeting.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Library Board

✓ Decided: Board approved minutes and adopted new term‑reapplication policy

The board approved the meeting minutes and adopted a policy requiring members to reapply and interview with the City Council at the end of their terms. Kim Kelly was hired as Children’s Librarian, and Kerri was offered a role managing online services. Beth was tasked with drafting a revised bathroom policy, and the Friends of the Library group began reestablishing with membership dues.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved May 2025 minutes and adjourned at 5:06 pm

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to resolve the meeting day and time was adopted. The meeting was formally adjourned at 5:06 pm after a motion and second.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

✓ Decided: Manaugh Elementary School granted historic designation

The board approved the corrected minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. It approved the historic designation application for Manaugh Elementary School and recommended the designation to City Council. The July board meeting was cancelled. The board also approved the first Accessory Dwelling Unit and a new farmers market location at Kiva School.

Fri May 23, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Committee backs city’s proposed golf cart policy and appoints new officers

The Golf Advisory Committee unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted a position supporting the proposed golf cart ordinance and authorized Keenan Lovett to present that stance at the City Council meeting on May 27. The committee also elected Keenan Lovett as vice chair and Janet Knisley as secretary, both by unanimous vote.

Wed May 21, 2025

Library Board

✓ Decided: Board elected new officers unanimously, setting leadership for the term

The Library Advisory Board voted unanimously to elect Karen Sheek as Chairperson, Aly Maun as Vice‑Chairperson, and Damiond Smith as Secretary. The board also approved moving the regular meeting time to 5 p.m. and scheduled the next meeting for Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m. Members received a brief overview of the new board manual and discussed expanding electronic resources.

Tue May 6, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

✓ Decided: Board approved adding 7 W 1st St. property to the City Register

The Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. The board also approved a recommendation to list the property at 7 W 1st St. on the City Register. No other formal actions were taken.

Mon May 5, 2025

Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Approved April 7 minutes and volunteer support for First Friday movie

The committee approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting after a motion by Desiree Henderson and a second by Tai Rogers. A motion by Daniel Osborne to allow volunteers (Rogers, Osborne, West, and Henderson) to assist Erik Quiroz with the First Friday movie screening was seconded by Sascha Steinberg and passed. No other formal actions were recorded.

Thu May 1, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved April 2025 minutes and adjourned meeting

The advisory board approved the April 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. No other motions were voted on; the board received oral reports on projects, strategic planning, and other items. The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m. by unanimous consent.

Fri Apr 18, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Committee approved recommendation to send private‑cart ordinance amendment to City Council

The meeting approved the March 2025 minutes unanimously. The committee directed that a cart‑parking sign be purchased and posted. Members voted to recommend the private‑cart ordinance amendment to the City Council. Other items, such as the 2025 goals and the committees manual, were continued to a future meeting.

Thu Apr 3, 2025

Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board

✓ Decided: Board appointed Vice Chair and Secretary and approved meeting minutes

The advisory board approved the March 2025 minutes unanimously. It appointed Matt Klein as Vice Chair and Steve Moore as Secretary, also unanimously. A motion to excuse member Ken Quigley until the July meeting was moved and seconded, though no vote tally was recorded. The board also directed that the committee policy be linked to the board webpage and will adjust meeting times to accommodate youth participation.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Historic Preservation Board

✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Board adopts new mission statement

The board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. Members voted to adopt the draft board mission statement. They also approved moving regular meetings to the first Tuesday of each month beginning in May. The poster for the “History Revealed” program was approved.

Fri Mar 28, 2025

Golf Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approves ordinance amendment on private cart policy

The Golf Advisory Committee approved the February 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee voted unanimously to amend the ordinance, allowing it to set the private cart limit annually and to formalize a daily use fee for private carts in 2025. Other agenda items were discussed but no further actions were decided.