Pueblo public meetings in 2024

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee work session scheduled for December 30, 2024, has been cancelled.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider approving construction contracts, grant agreements, and budget transfers totaling over $2.3 million. The meeting also includes the first presentation of ordinances regarding housing, transportation, and airport leases.

• Awarding $300,000 contract for Comprehensive Energy Strategy Study
• Awarding $106,010 contract for Bonforte Boulevard Phase 2 concrete improvements
• Awarding $1,000,000 grant from Colorado Department of Local Affairs
• Awarding $301,648 grant from Colorado Department of Public Safety
• Approving T-Hangar Lease Agreements at Pueblo Memorial Airport

The City Council approved a resolution transferring $120,000 from the January 2024 mayoral runoff election account to fund a comprehensive energy strategy study, and awarded a $300,000 consulting contract to GDS Associates. The vote was 5-2, with Councilors Flores and Gomez opposed. The council also approved numerous consent agenda resolutions, including construction contracts and grant acceptances, and passed several ordinances on final presentation, including a homeless shelter operating agreement with Safeside Recovery.

• Approved $300,000 energy study contract with GDS Associates (5-2)
• Approved $106,010 concrete improvements contract to A5 Construction
• Approved $100,000 ARPA vehicle purchase
• Approved $85,466 engineering services amendment for drainage improvements
• Approved $77,494.53 concrete trail repairs contract
• Approved $59,434 wastewater clarifier repair contract
• Approved $18,053.75 concrete improvements at 410 Harrison St
• Approved $10,327 concrete improvements at 2711 Withers Ave

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will hold a work session with three presentations: a city update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain, a lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group, and a discussion of the Rescue Mission RFP and next steps presented by Mayor Heather Graham. No official actions will be taken at this meeting.

• City update presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff (5 minutes)
• Lobbyist update presentation by Gil Romero, Capitol Success Group (15 minutes)
• Rescue Mission RFP & next steps presentation by Mayor Heather Graham (15 minutes)

The City Council work session included presentations from staff and the lobbyist, plus a discussion on the Pueblo Rescue Mission RFP and next steps. No formal votes or decisions were taken during the session.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

General

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to certify eligible lists for various job vacancies and review personnel appeals. The body will also ratify decisions regarding the removal of candidates from eligible lists and the rejection of specific exam appeals.

• Certification of eligible lists for positions including Police Patrol Officer, Fire Lieutenant, Assistant Fire Chief, and Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Review of exam scoring and ranking appeals for Parks Crew Leader, Assistant Fire Chief, and Fire Lieutenant
• Ratification of removal letters for candidates from Police Patrol Officer, Court Technician, and Probation Officer lists
• Review of application rejection appeals for Utility Worker and Police Patrol Officer positions
• Vote on the hearing decision for Melanie Turner

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will receive updates on city operations, the Energy Advisory Commission, and the Divinci Project/PBR Sports Performance Center. Councilors will present motions to reconsider Resolution 13612, adopted in February 2017, and an ordinance amending Chapter 5 of Title II of the municipal code on the Pueblo Commission on Energy. An executive session will discuss legal advice regarding pending PUC case 24AL-0275E involving Black Hills Electric. No official actions are taken at this informal meeting.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Energy Advisory Commission update by Energy Coordinator George Andrews
• Divinci Project/PBR Sports Performance Center presentation by Mayor Heather Graham
• Motion to reconsider Resolution 13612 (adopted Feb 13, 2017)
• Executive session legal advice on PUC case 24AL-0275E involving Black Hills Electric

The City Council held a work session with presentations on the Real-Time Crime Center, Energy Advisory Commission, PEDCO, and the DiVinci Project/PBR Sports Performance Center. Council voted 5-2 to reconsider a resolution rescinding Resolution 13612 (adopted Feb 13, 2017) and an ordinance amending Chapter 5 of Title II of the Pueblo Municipal Code relating to the Pueblo Commission on Energy; both will be taken up at the Dec 23 regular meeting. Council also voted 7-0 to enter executive session to discuss legal strategy on PUC case 24AL-0275E involving Black Hills Electric. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to reconsider resolution rescinding Resolution 13612 passed (5-2)
• Motion to reconsider ordinance amending Chapter 5 of Title II (Pueblo Commission on Energy) passed (5-2)
• Motion to convene executive session on PUC case 24AL-0275E (Black Hills Electric) passed (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $825,882 payment for police interceptor units and administrative vehicles, an emergency storm‑sewer repair contract for $101,978, and several zoning and transportation measures. Appointments to advisory boards and the acceptance of easements are also on the agenda. The meeting includes routine consent‑agenda items and public forum time.

• Resolution M15: authorize $825,882.57 from the American Rescue Plan Act for nine police interceptor units and five administrative vehicles.
• Resolution M1: ratify a $101,978 emergency construction contract with Parker Excavating Inc. for storm‑sewer culvert repairs.
• Ordinance N1: rezone 710 West 4th Street from B‑4 (Central Business) to S‑1 (Government Use).
• Ordinance N3: appropriate $918,285.43 for the 2024‑2025 Pueblo Urban Transportation Planning Project.
• Ordinance R4: suspend monthly Street Repair Utility Service Charges for twelve months starting January 2025.

The Pueblo City Council approved a $1,000,000 ARPA-funded resolution for video surveillance improvements in parks and an ordinance suspending monthly street repair utility charges for 12 months starting January 2025. Several other resolutions and ordinances were approved, including emergency storm sewer repairs, police vehicle purchases, and various grants and agreements. Three items failed: a resolution to rescind a 2017 resolution, an ordinance amending the Pueblo Commission on Energy, and an ordinance for a city-county childcare center.

• Approved $1,000,000 ARPA video surveillance improvements in parks (7-0)
• Approved suspension of monthly street repair utility charges for 12 months from Jan 2025 (7-0)
• Approved $825,882.57 ARPA purchase of 9 police interceptors and 5 admin vehicles (7-0)
• Approved $101,978 emergency storm sewer repair contract to Parker Excavating Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $14,116.50 concrete improvements contract to Lucky Dog Contracting (7-0)
• Approved $900 sponsorship for Winter Solstice Celebration (7-0)
• Failed to rescind Resolution 13612 (3-4)
• Failed to pass ordinance amending Pueblo Commission on Energy (3-4)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee met on Dec 9, 2024 for a work session. No official action was taken. The meeting included a City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain and a Lobbyist Update by Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• Lobbyist Update presentation by Gil Romero, Capitol Success Group (15 minutes)

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Energy Advisory Commission will approve the meeting minutes, receive an update on energy performance contracting from CMTA Inc., and hear city updates from the city manager. The meeting will also include open discussion and planning for the next session.

• Approval of minutes (consent agenda)
• Energy Performance Contracting update – presented by Conner Daily, CMTA Inc.
• City updates presented by George Andrews

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place in the City Council Chambers at City Hall Place.

• Meeting cancelled
• No regular agenda items
• Meeting location: City Council Chambers, City Hall Place

City Council Work Session

The Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting to receive presentations on a city update, the airport renovation project, the Black Hills timeline, and street utility fees. No official actions or votes will be taken. The public may attend but public comment is not expected.

• City Update presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff (5 minutes)
• Airport Renovation Project presentation by Greg Pedroza, Director Aviation (15 minutes)
• Black Hills Timeline presentation by Mayor Heather Graham, City Attorney Carla Sikes, and Public Works Director Andrew Hayes (15 minutes)
• Street Utility Fees presentation by Mayor Heather Graham and Public Works Director Andrew Hayes (15 minutes)

The City Council Executive Committee met to receive presentations on the Airport Renovation Project, the Black Hills timeline, and street utility fees. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this work session.

• Received update on Pueblo Police Department community meeting
• Received update on Hoops Basketball Program
• Received update on La Gente Youth Sports Gift Tree
• Received update on fire at 7th and Main
• Received presentation on Airport Renovation Project
• Received presentation on Black Hills timeline
• Received presentation on street utility fees

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct a hearing regarding an appeal filed by Melanie Turner. The commission will decide whether to sustain, reject, or modify the termination of the Traffic Engineer position.

• Hearing on the appeal by Melanie Turner regarding termination from the Traffic Engineer position

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal work session. Council members will receive a brief city update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain, a presentation by Xcel Energy on a Colorado Just Transition solicitation, an update on the Just Transition program, and a proposal for a new daycare center presented by Councilor Sarah Martinez. No official actions will be taken at this meeting.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• Xcel Energy Colorado Just Transition solicitation presentation by Ashley Valdez (15 minutes)
• Just Transition program update presentation by Renee Martinez (15 minutes)
• Proposed daycare center presentation by Councilor Sarah Martinez (15 minutes)

The Pueblo City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations were given on city holiday events, Xcel Energy's Colorado Just Transition solicitation, a Just Transition update, and a proposed daycare center. Council members asked questions and discussed the topics but took no official action.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will consider and vote on a series of resolutions and ordinances covering construction contracts, fee changes, grant acceptances, and property tax levies. A key item is a resolution to award a $2,717,392 contract to Spire Building Group for the City Park Tennis Complex, with $245,000 set aside for contingencies. The council will also adopt ordinances establishing a $1,000,000 Real Time Crime Center project, suspending street‑repair utility service charges for 12 months, and approving video storage services with Axon Enterprise. Additional actions include approving a $157,900.40 basketball court resurfacing contract at Bradford Park and transferring ARPA funds to various projects.

• Resolution awarding $2,717,392 contract to Spire Building Group for City Park Tennis Complex (Q4)
• Ordinance establishing Real Time Crime Center with $1,000,000 budget (R4)
• Resolution amending permit, inspection and plan review fees (M6)
• Ordinance suspending monthly Street Repair Utility Service Charges for 12 months (N4)
• Resolution awarding $157,900.40 contract to Sport Court of the Rockies for Bradford Park basketball court resurfacing (M1)

The City Council approved the 2025 annual budget after amending it to award $100,000 to the Sangre de Cristo Art Center. Several resolutions for park and infrastructure projects were approved, while others, including the City Park Tennis Complex construction and related funding transfers, were denied. The council also approved the property tax mill levies and ordinances related to police body cameras and the Real Time Crime Center.

• Approved 2025 annual budget with $100K Sangre de Cristo Art Center amendment (4-2, Martinez abstained)
• Denied $2.7M City Park Tennis Complex construction contract (1-6)
• Denied $822K transfer for Tennis Club building replacement (3-4)
• Denied $254K transfer for City Park Tennis Clubhouse renovation (3-4)
• Denied $240K transfer for City Park Tennis Club & bleachers (3-4)
• Approved $1.55M Minnequa Lake concrete trail contract (6-1)
• Approved $1M Real Time Crime Center project (7-0)
• Approved Axon body camera hardware and video storage agreement (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review appeals regarding exam scoring and application rejections for Police Patrol Officer and Parks Crew Leader positions. The body will also certify eligible lists for multiple vacancies and ratify the removal of several candidates from various eligible lists.

• Certification of eligible lists for Accountant I, Associate Engineer I, Auto Mechanic, CIRV Project Manager, Civil Engineer/Wastewater, Court Technician, Media Systems Administrator, Parks Area Crew Leader, Police Patrol Officer, Streets Maintenance Supervisor, and Tax Compliance Technician
• Review of appeals from Daniel Arellano, Quinten-Riley Clements, Nicholas Cornejo, and Katherine Draper
• Ratification of appeal decisions for Fire Engineer and Police Patrol Officer candidates
• Ratification of removals from eligible lists for multiple roles including Police Patrol Officer, Office Assistant, and Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Ratification of Training and Experience exams for Auto Mechanic, CIRV Project Manager, Civil Engineer/Wastewater, Media Systems Administrator, and Streets Maintenance Supervisor

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board will consider renewing licenses for a retail product manufacturer, a retail store, a medical store, and a cultivation facility. It will also review a request to change the trade name of a retail store. All items are on the regular agenda after the consent agenda items.

• License renewal for Platinum Foods, LLC dba TasteBudz (711 W. 8th St.)
• License renewal for Earth Solutions, Inc. dba Canna Cabinet retail store (2630 W. Pueblo Blvd., Ste A)
• License renewal for Earth Solutions, Inc. dba Canna Cabinet medical store (2630 W. Pueblo Blvd., Ste A)
• License renewal for Medina & Company, LLC dba Medina & Company cultivation facility (901 W. 9th St., Ste 100)
• Change of trade name for Seven-One-Nine, LLC dba Cookies Pueblo (3003 W. Northern Ave.)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo County Liquor & Marijuana Authority Board will discuss a change of corporate structure for RT Denver Franchise, L.P., doing business as Ruby Tuesday located at 4150 N. Freeway Road. The board will also hold a hearing regarding Golden Gate Manor Inc., doing business as Golden Gate Gas and Goods at 1103 N. Elizabeth Street. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Change of corporate structure – RT Denver Franchise, L.P., dba Ruby Tuesday, 4150 N. Freeway Road
• Hearing – Golden Gate Manor Inc., dba Golden Gate Gas and Goods, 1103 N. Elizabeth Street

City Council Regular Meeting

The SouthPonte Special Improvement Maintenance District Board of Directors is meeting to review administrative items. The primary action is a vote to approve the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget.

• Approval of November 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Public hearing and vote on the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget

City Council Regular Meeting

The North Gateway Business Improvement District Board of Directors is meeting to conduct business. The board will consider approving the budget for 2025.

• Public hearing and vote to approve the 2025 Budget
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 20, 2023

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider the minutes from the regular meeting held on November 20, 2023. It will hold a public hearing on the Bandera Boulevard Special Improvement Maintenance District’s fiscal year 2025 budget. The council is required to vote to approve that budget.

• Dispense with reading and approve minutes of the regular meeting dated November 20, 2023
• Public hearing on Bandera Boulevard Special Improvement Maintenance District 2025 fiscal year budget
• Motion to approve the 2025 budget for the district

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal work session to receive informational presentations. Topics include a city update, sustainable building and design, the Pueblo Police Department's 2023 annual report, and a bid for a new bath house. No official actions or votes will be taken at this meeting. Public comment is not expected unless otherwise noted.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Sustainable Building and Design presentation by CSU Institute for the Built Environment
• Pueblo Police Department 2023 Annual Report presentation by Chief Chris Noeller
• Bath House Bid presentation by Public Works Director Andrew Hayes and Parks Director Steven Meier

The City Council work session included presentations only, with no formal votes or decisions. Updates covered a city update, sustainable building and design, the Pueblo Police Department's 2023 annual report, and a bath house bid. Council members asked questions and made comments but took no official action.

• No formal decisions made; presentations only

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee held a work session on November 11, 2024, which is an informal meeting where no official action is taken. Council staff and partners gave brief presentations on a city update, a lobbyist update, the Center for Employment Opportunities program, and the Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan. The public was invited to attend, but public comment was not scheduled.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist Update presentation by Gil Romero (Capital Success Group)
• Center for Employment Opportunities presentation by Joshua Silverthorn and Nadine Philips
• EV Readiness Plan presentation by Public Works Director Andrew Hayes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the 2025 budget and property tax mill levies. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and the establishment of a Real Time Crime Center.

• Proposed $1,000,000 appropriation for the Real Time Crime Center Project
• Proposed $400,000 agreement with DiExSys, LLC for a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Proposed $250,000 payment for a soccer practice field via American Rescue Plan Act
• Proposed $149,500 agreement with Confluence, Inc. for City Park and Arkansas River Corridor Master Plan
• Rezoning of 2.39 acres and 2.72 acres involving Heavy Industrial and Government Use districts

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for consulting contracts, construction projects, and permits, and passed ordinances on final presentation, including the 2025 budget and mill levies. A resolution for a street repair utility rate study was defeated. The council also approved an ordinance creating the offense of interference with a city employee.

• Approved consent agenda with 17 resolutions and ordinances (7-0)
• Approved 2025 budget and mill levy ordinances (first presentation)
• Approved ordinance adding offense of interference with a city employee (5-2)
• Approved ordinance amending property damage offense classes (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5.11 acres from industrial/government to industrial (7-0)
• Defeated resolution for street repair utility rate study (1-6)
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship to Historic Pueblo, Inc. (7-0)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo County Liquor & Marijuana Authority will consider several licensing and premises modification items. Items include modifications for Circle K Store #2709514 and Garlic and Onion, and licensing hearings for Heart & Soul Bar and Grill, Murphy USA, and Loco Wines and Liquor. A show‑cause hearing will address a gambling license request for Stop & Go at 1103 N. Elizabeth Street. The board will also approve the agenda, minutes, and conduct routine business.

• Modification of Premises – Circle K Stores LLC, 1290 W. Pueblo Blvd.
• Modification of Premises – Rojas & Rojas LLC, 4333 Thatcher Ave.
• Hearing – Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License – Heart & Soul Bar and Grill, 1335 E. Evans Ave.
• Hearing – Gambling – Show Cause Hearing – Stop & Go, 1103 N. Elizabeth Street (owner Jayeshkumar Gohil)
• Hearing – Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer License – Murphy USA #7967, 1707 S. Pueblo Blvd.

The Pueblo Liquor Board approved modifications for Circle K Store #2709514 and Garlic & Onion, a hotel and restaurant liquor license and cabaret license for Heart & Soul Bar and Grill, and a fermented malt beverage and wine retailer license for Murphy USA #7967, all contingent on department sign-offs. The board failed to find probable cause for a tobacco violation at Loco Wines and Liquor and failed to approve a show cause hearing for Stop & Go due to expired licenses and non-appearance.

• Approved modification of premises for Circle K Store #2709514, 1290 W. Pueblo Blvd (4-0)
• Approved modification of premises for Garlic & Onion, 4333 Thatcher Ave (4-0)
• Approved hotel and restaurant liquor license for Heart & Soul Bar and Grill, 1335 E. Evans Ave (4-0)
• Approved cabaret license for Heart & Soul Bar and Grill, 1335 E. Evans Ave (4-0)
• Approved fermented malt beverage and wine retailer license for Murphy USA #7967, 1707 S. Pueblo Blvd (4-0)
• Failed to find probable cause for tobacco violation at Loco Wines and Liquor (0-4)
• Failed to approve show cause hearing for Stop & Go, 1103 N. Elizabeth St (0-4)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold a work session on November 4, 2024. The meeting is informal and no official actions will be taken. Council members will receive presentations on a city update, Catholic Charities program, Care & Share services, the state law on psilocybin mushrooms, and the 2025 budget.

• City Update presented by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5‑minute presentation)
• Catholic Charities work program update presented by Program Director Anu Keiley (15‑minute presentation)
• Care & Share update presented by CEO Nate Springer and Development Director Rita Fox (15‑minute presentation)
• Presentation on state law regarding psilocybin mushrooms by Assistant City Attorney Elizabeth Drake (15‑minute presentation)
• 2025 Budget work session presentation by Mayor Heather Graham (15‑minute presentation)

The City Council held a work session with presentations from staff and community organizations, including updates on city board vacancies, the Catholic Charities work program, Care & Share, Colorado's new psilocybin law, and the 2025 budget. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss city business. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• 2025 Budget work session presentation by Mayor Heather Graham

The City Council met for a work session and received a presentation on the 2025 budget from Mayor Heather Graham and Interim Director of Finance Danny Nunn. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting. The session also included updates on community events and landfill discount days.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will receive public testimony regarding the proposed 2025 annual budget. The body is also considering several ordinances related to municipal code updates, zoning changes, and emergency shelter authorization.

• Public hearing for the Proposed 2025 Annual Budget
• Emergency construction contract of $143,275.00 to Miller Pipeline LLC for storm sewer repair at 14th and Court
• Emergency construction contract of $22,487.00 to Russ Grading & Excavating LLC for storm sewer repair at Evans Avenue and Washington Street
• Emergency Ordinance to allow 710 W. 4th Street to operate as an overnight emergency shelter
• Rezoning of 634 Goodnight Avenue from R-2 to CCN

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo County City Council Executive Committee will hear a brief city update, followed by an 85‑minute presentation on the 2025 budget by the mayor. In a closed executive session, council members will discuss negotiation strategies and potential actions regarding the city‑owned first floor of the PBR Building. No formal votes or actions are scheduled.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• 2025 Budget Work Session presentation by Mayor Heather Graham (85 minutes)
• Executive session to discuss negotiation positions and strategy under CRS 24‑6‑402
• Executive session to discuss purchase, lease, transfer, or sale of the first floor of the PBR Building

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo County Civil Service Commission will approve the consent agenda items, which include status reports on current recruitments for multiple job classes. It will ratify several appeal decision letters and removals from eligible lists. The commission will also certify the eligible lists for a range of positions such as Accounting Technician II, Airport Operations/Maintenance Worker, Auto Mechanic, Construction Inspector, Fire Engineer, Plumber, and Police Patrol Officer (Entry Level). Finally, it will review appeals related to Fire Engineer exam content and a Police Patrol Officer eligibility dispute.

• Approve status reports for recruitments (e.g., Accountant I, Airport Operations/Maintenance Worker, Auto Mechanic)
• Ratify appeal decision letters for Abatement Worker, Construction Inspector, Office Assistant, and Police Patrol Officer
• Ratify removals from eligible lists for Accountant I, Accounting Technician IV, Emergency Services Dispatcher, and Police Patrol Officer
• Certify eligible list for Accounting Technician II
• Certify eligible list for Police Patrol Officer (Entry Level)

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board will consider a license renewal for Seven One Nine, LLC dba Cookies Pueblo, located at 3003 W. Northern Ave. The board will also consider a minor amendment to add employees for LIVWELL V, LLC dba LIVWELL at 1239 Southgate Pl. The meeting includes roll call, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting.

• D1: Minor change to add employees for LIVWELL V, LLC dba LIVWELL (1239 Southgate Pl.)
• E1: License renewal for Seven One Nine, LLC dba Cookies Pueblo (3003 W. Northern Ave.)
• C1: Reading and approval of minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting
• Approval of agenda

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority board will consider several licensing actions. Items include approving a GIS survey for a new fermented malt beverage and wine retailer at Golden Gate Manor, reviewing a location change for Hanari Inc. dba Pueblo Liquor, modifying a hotel and restaurant liquor license for Garlic & Onion Mexican Grill, and holding first appearances for tobacco violations involving Village Wine and Spirits and Langs Liquor. The board will also read and approve minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting.

• GIS Survey Approval – new fermented malt beverage and wine retailer license – Golden Gate Manor Inc., 1103 N. Elizabeth St.
• Change of location – Hanari Inc. dba Pueblo Liquor, 1302 N. Main St.
• Modification of premises – Rojas & Rojas LLC dba Garlic & Onion Mexican Grill, 4333 Thatcher Ave.
• First appearance – tobacco violation – Village Wine and Spirits, 3037 N. Elizabeth St.
• First appearance – tobacco violation – Kwon's Liquor dba Langs Liquor, 2143 Jerry Murphy Rd.

The Pueblo Liquor Board approved a GIS survey for a new liquor license, approved a change of location for Pueblo Liquor, and continued several applications to November 6, 2024. Motions to set show cause hearings for two tobacco violations failed unanimously.

• Approved GIS survey for Golden Gate Gas and Good liquor license (5-0)
• Approved change of location for Pueblo Liquor, 1302 N. Main St., contingent on department sign-off (5-0)
• Continued Garlic & Onion Mexican Grill premises modification to Nov 6 (5-0)
• Continued Loco Wine and Spirits tobacco violation to Nov 6 (5-0)
• Failed to set show cause hearing for Village Wine and Spirits tobacco violation (0-5)
• Failed to set show cause hearing for Kwon's Liquor tobacco violation (0-5)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will receive the Mayor's recommended FY 2025 budget and set a public hearing date. It will approve a consent agenda that includes multiple construction contracts, professional services agreements, and ordinance amendments. The council will also consider several new ordinances covering marijuana, alcohol, transportation funding, and historic landmark designation. Finally, the council will vote on specific payments from the Council Contingencies account for community events and emergency repairs.

• Resolution awarding $2,332,401.25 to Russ Grading and Excavating LLC for Project No. 24-113 (West Side Interceptor Upsize Project)
• Resolution awarding $1,438,085 to Miller Pipeline LLC for Project No. 24-114 (Sanitary Sewer Extension at Northern Avenue)
• Ordinance amending Pueblo Municipal Code on marijuana, revising multiple sections (11-10-103, 11-10-201‑204, 11-10-505, 11-11-103, 11-11-201‑204, 11-11-505)
• Ordinance amending Pueblo Municipal Code on alcohol beverages, revising sections 11-3-1‑13, 11-3-15, 11-3-26, 11-3-41, 11-3-43‑46, 11-3-50‑52, 11-3-61‑63, 11-3-72, 11-3-74‑78
• Ordinance approving a $65,000 Multimodal Transportation and Mitigation Option Funds Grant (Project No. PT2303) with the Pueblo Area Council of Governments and CDOT

The council voted 3-4 to reject an ordinance requiring compliance with federal law on abortion, setting a public hearing for October 28. It also received the proposed 2025 budget and set a public hearing for October 28. Numerous construction contracts and ordinances were approved, including a $2.33M sewer contract and a $1.44M sewer extension.

• Rejected abortion compliance ordinance (3-4)
• Received 2025 proposed budget, set public hearing for Oct 28 (7-0)
• Approved $2,332,401.25 West Side Interceptor Upsize contract to Russ Grading (7-0)
• Approved $1,438,085 Northern Avenue sewer extension contract to Miller Pipeline (7-0)
• Approved $262,925 engineering services for State Fair/Bessemer drainage to RESPEC (7-0)
• Approved $172,150 PMJC chiller/boiler replacement design to Bridgers & Paxton (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 homeless shelter operations transfer (7-0)
• Approved $7,500 PAWS for Life emergency repairs (0-0, amended from $15,000)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo County City Council Executive Committee will hold a work session with two presentations. Chief of Staff Brian McCain will give a brief city update, and Mayor Heather Graham will present the 2025 budget. No official actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• 2025 Budget Work Session presentation by Mayor Heather Graham (85 minutes)

The City Council Executive Committee met on October 15, 2024, and received a city update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain, including upcoming events and application deadlines. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 6:55 pm.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will dispense with reading and approve the minutes from its September 19, 2024 meeting. It will then review an appeal filed by Josef Stewart concerning the removal of his name from the Police Patrol Officer eligible list, with the commission able to sustain, reject, or set a formal hearing.

• Motion to dispense with reading and approve minutes of the September 19, 2024 meeting
• Review of Josef Stewart's appeal regarding removal from the Police Patrol Officer eligible list
• Commission may sustain, reject, or schedule a formal hearing on the appeal
• Administrative item: adjournment

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will receive a city update, a lobbyist briefing, a Human Relations Commission update, and a presentation on a proposed Black Hills rate increase. No official actions will be taken; the meeting is for information and discussion only.

• City Update presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff (5 minutes)
• Lobbyist Update presentation by Gil Romero, Capital Success Group (15 minutes)
• Human Relations Commission presentation by Dawn Tripp‑Sena, Interim Chair and Richard Blair, Treasurer (15 minutes)
• Public Utilities Commission presentation on Black Hills rate increase by Rebecca White, PUC Director and Joe Pereira, Deputy Director (20 minutes)

The City Council work session on October 7, 2024, was informational only, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations were given on city updates, a lobbyist report, the Human Relations Commission, and the Black Hills rate increase, followed by Q&A. The meeting adjourned at 6:51 pm.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board is meeting to review GIS surveys for new liquor and cabaret licenses. The body will also consider a transfer of ownership and hold hearings regarding a new license and a gambling allegation.

• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License survey: Heart and Soul Bar and Grill, 1335 E. Evans
• Cabaret License survey: Heart and Soul Bar and Grill, 1335 E. Evans
• New Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer License survey: Murphy Oil USA Inc, 1707 S. Pueblo Blvd.
• Transfer of Ownership: EMNA Investments LLC (Rocks Liquor), 4315 Thatcher Ave
• Hearing for Stop & Go, 1103 N. Elizabeth, regarding gambling

The Pueblo Liquor Board approved GIS surveys for new licenses at Heart and Soul Bar and Grill and Murphy USA, a transfer of ownership for Rocks Liquor, and a new hotel and restaurant license for La Fisheria. A show cause hearing for Stop & Go was rescheduled to November 6, 2024, after the owner failed to appear. All votes were unanimous 3-0.

• Approved GIS survey for Heart and Soul Bar and Grill hotel/restaurant license (3-0)
• Approved GIS cabaret survey for Heart and Soul Bar and Grill (3-0)
• Approved GIS survey for Murphy USA #7967 fermented malt beverage/wine retailer license (3-0)
• Approved transfer of ownership for Rocks Liquor to EMNA Investments LLC (3-0)
• Approved findings and orders for Rocks Liquor transfer (3-0)
• Approved hotel/restaurant liquor license for La Fisheria (3-0)
• Approved findings and orders for La Fisheria license (3-0)
• Set show cause hearing for Stop & Go to November 6, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold a work session on September 30, 2024. The meeting is informal and no official actions will be taken; it will feature presentations on a city update, the ADA Advisory Committee annual report, the 2023 city audit, and an overview of the 2025 non‑departmental budget request. The public may attend, but public comment is not expected.

The Pueblo City Council held a work session with presentations only and took no formal votes. Staff and consultants presented the 2023 city audit, the ADA Advisory Committee annual report, and the 2025 non-departmental budget request overview. Council members asked questions and made comments but made no decisions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider approving over $1.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for various projects, including the Mineral Palace Park Greenhouse renovation and trail replacements. The body will also vote on construction contracts for ADA curb ramps and emergency sewer repairs, as well as several annexation petitions.

• Resolution to unobligate $1,655,322.82 from ARPA projects
• Resolution approving $170,000 for Mineral Palace Park Greenhouse renovation
• Resolution awarding $135,322.25 contract for ADA Curb Ramps
• Resolution ratifying emergency sewer repair contract at 1243 Eilers Ave
• Resolution preliminarily determining validity of Jackson Ranch Annexation petitions

The City Council approved a resolution to establish a feasibility study for a city electric utility (5-2) and passed an ordinance allowing lawful concealed carry of firearms within City Hall (5-2). A veto of a historic landmark designation was not overridden (3-4). Numerous other resolutions and ordinances were approved, including contracts, grants, and zoning changes.

• Approved feasibility study for city electric utility (5-2)
• Approved concealed carry in City Hall (5-2)
• Failed to override mayor's veto on historic landmark designation (3-4)
• Approved $135,322 ADA curb ramp contract to Cedar Ridge Landscape (unanimous)
• Approved $86,294 emergency repair contract to SS Concrete & Landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved $72,148 Lake Minnequa water control gates contract to Miller Pipeline (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 increase to animal services contract (5-2)
• Approved rezoning 1003 Liberty Lane to R-5 (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will receive presentations on the Colorado Reproductive Health Equity Act, Colorado Amendment 79, and abortion law, followed by a PEDCO briefing on potential property prospects. No formal actions or votes will be taken at this informal meeting.

• Presentation on Colorado Reproductive Health Equity Act by Planned Parenthood representatives
• Presentation on Colorado Amendment 79 by Capitol Success Group
• Presentation on abortion law by attorney Josh Craddock
• PEDCO briefing on potential property prospects
• Meeting is informal; no official action will be taken

The Pueblo City Council held a work session with three presentations on abortion-related topics: the Colorado Reproductive Health Equity Act, Colorado Amendment 79, and abortion law. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session. A scheduled executive session was canceled.

• Heard presentation on Colorado Reproductive Health Equity Act (RHEA) by Planned Parenthood
• Heard presentation on Colorado Amendment 79 by Capitol Success Group
• Heard presentation on abortion law by attorney Josh Craddock
• Canceled executive session regarding PEDCO potential prospects

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo County Civil Service Commission will approve the consent agenda, which includes status reports on dozens of current recruitments. It will ratify letters removing names from several eligible lists and consider appeals related to those removals. The commission will also certify the eligible lists for specific positions such as Accountant II, Deputy Fire Chief, and Police Captain.

• Approve consent agenda items covering status reports for 22 recruitment vacancies
• Ratify removal letters for eligible lists (e.g., Accounting Technician IV, Community Service Officer, Court Technician, Emergency Services Dispatcher, Office Assistant, Police Patrol Officer, Utility Worker, Wastewater Utility Worker, Water Reclamation Worker)
• Review appeals concerning removals from the Abatement Worker and Police Patrol Officer eligible lists
• Certify the eligible list for Accountant II
• Certify the eligible list for Deputy Fire Chief

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board will approve the meeting agenda and adopt the minutes from the August 15, 2024 meeting. Board members will discuss a hearing officer matter presented by City Clerk Marisa Stoller. The board will vote on the renewal of the retail testing facility license for Nordic Analytical Laboratories, LLC at 417 E. Northern Ave. The board will also vote on the renewal of the medical testing facility license for the same company.

• Retail testing facility license renewal – Nordic Analytical Laboratories, LLC, 417 E. Northern Ave., Pueblo
• Medical testing facility license renewal – Nordic Analytical Laboratories, LLC, 417 E. Northern Ave., Pueblo
• Hearing Officer discussion presented by City Clerk Marisa Stoller

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board will consider a temporary modification of premises for Fuel & Iron Food Hall at 400 S. Union for an event on October 12, 2024. The board will also review four complaints from the State of Colorado against liquor licensees: Kwan's Liquor (2143 Jerry Murphy Road), Village Wine & Spirits (3037 N. Elizabeth Street), and Loco Wines and Liquor (125 S. Santa Fe). Standard agenda items include reading and approving the September 4, 2024 minutes and approving the agenda.

• Temporary modification of premises – Fuel & Iron Food Hall, 400 S. Union, event date Oct 12, 2024
• State complaint – Kwan's Liquor, dba Langs Liquor, 2143 Jerry Murphy Road
• State complaint – MGPM, PC, dba Village Wine & Spirits, 3037 N. Elizabeth Street
• State complaint – LoCCo LLC, dba Loco Wines and Liquor, 125 S. Santa Fe

The Pueblo Liquor Board approved a temporary modification of premises for Fuel & Iron Food Hall's October 12 event, contingent on a revocable permit and security company name. It also accepted three state complaints against local liquor stores, scheduling their first appearances for October 16, 2024.

• Approved temporary modification of premises for Fuel & Iron Food Hall (5-0)
• Accepted complaint against Kwan's Liquor, set for 1st appearance Oct 16 (5-0)
• Accepted complaint against Village Wine & Spirits, set for 1st appearance Oct 16 (5-0)
• Accepted complaint against Loco Wines and Liquor, set for 1st appearance Oct 16 (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will receive brief updates on city operations, the Housing and Sustainable Development Program, Pueblo Memorial Airport, and the Liquor & Marijuana Hearing Officer. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss negotiation strategy and possible purchase, lease, transfer, or sale of the Pope Block Building. No official actions are taken at this work session.

• City Update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• Housing and Sustainable Development Program update by Kelly Likes and Julie Justman (15 minutes)
• Pueblo Memorial Airport update by Director of Aviation Greg Pedroza (15 minutes)
• Liquor & Marijuana Hearing Officer update by City Clerk Marisa Stoller (15 minutes)
• Executive session on negotiation strategy for the Pope Block Building (30 minutes)

The City Council met for a work session with updates from staff and community partners, but took no formal action on those items. The only formal action was a unanimous 7-0 vote to enter executive session to discuss negotiations and property matters related to the Pope Block building. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for Pope Block negotiations (7-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will open, receive testimony, and close a public hearing on the West Pueblo Urban Renewal Plan and the Colorado Smelter Urban Renewal Plan (Reference Items R17 and R18). In addition, the meeting includes approval of a consent agenda with numerous routine resolutions and ordinances, and a regular agenda with additional resolutions and ordinances. Several contract awards and rezoning actions are also slated for decision.

• Resolution awarding a $903,508.35 construction contract to Fortis General Contracting for the Mineral Palace Greenhouse (Project No. 24-055)
• Resolution awarding a $200,000 contract for a public transportation route study to develop a commuter shuttle to the Pueblo Airport Industrial Complex
• Ordinance rezoning approximately 1.4 acres at 1003 Liberty Lane from R-1 Single‑Family to R-5 Mixed Residential and Office
• Ordinance rezoning approximately 14.08 acres west of Jerry Murphy Road and north of Bluestem Boulevard from R-2 Single‑Family to S-1 Government Use
• Ordinance amending the municipal code to allow concealed carry of firearms within Pueblo City Hall

The City Council approved a $16.8 million federal grant for the West Side Connector road project, along with the West Pueblo and Colorado Smelter urban renewal plans. It also passed a shopping cart regulation ordinance and a police union contract, but rejected a proposal to create a policy for council members' proposed ordinances. Several other resolutions and ordinances were approved, including contracts, permits, and zoning changes.

• Approved $16,834,725 West Side Connector project (7-0)
• Approved West Pueblo Urban Renewal Plan (6-1)
• Approved Colorado Smelter Urban Renewal Plan (6-1)
• Approved shopping cart regulation ordinance (4-3)
• Approved police union collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 commuter shuttle study (7-0)
• Rejected council proposed ordinances policy (2-5)
• Approved $100,000 animal services contract amendment (6-1)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee held a work session with no official actions taken. Council members received a city update, a presentation on an employee compensation study, and a briefing on a contempt of court matter. The meeting was open to the public but did not include public comment.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain (5 minutes)
• Employee compensation study presentation by consultants Ethan Rundquist and Nicholas Garcia Lisle (40 minutes)
• Contempt of court briefing by City Attorney Carla Sikes (15 minutes)

The City Council work session included presentations on the city update, a compensation study by Flaherty & Hood, and a contempt of court process review. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board will review several agenda items, including a GIS survey location change for its office at 1302 N. Main Street. It will consider special event permits for the Pueblo City‑County Library on October 25, 2024, and for The Senate LLC on September 20‑22, 2024. The board will also address a complaint alleging gambling at 1103 N. Elizabeth Street, which could result in suspension, revocation, and a fine under C.R.S. §47‑922(a).

• GIS Survey – Change of location for Pueblo Liquor, 1302 N. Main Street
• Special event permit for Pueblo City‑County Library, 100 E. Abriendo, event on October 25, 2024
• Temporary modification of premises for The Senate LLC, 219 S. Grand Ave, events September 20‑22, 2024
• Complaint against Stop & Go, 1103 N. Elizabeth Street, proposing suspension, revocation, and fine for gambling violation (C.R.S. §47‑922(a))

The Pueblo Liquor Board approved a GIS survey for Pueblo Liquor, a special event permit for the City-County Library District, and a temporary modification of premises for The Senate. It also accepted a complaint against Stop & Go and scheduled a first appearance for October 2, 2024. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved GIS survey for Pueblo Liquor (4-0)
• Approved special event permit for Pueblo City-County Library (4-0)
• Approved temporary modification of premises for The Senate (4-0)
• Accepted complaint against Stop & Go and scheduled first appearance (4-0)

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Energy Advisory Commission will open with a call to order and approve minutes. It will then hear a presentation by Xcel Energy on its Clean Heat Plan, followed by a question‑and‑answer session. City staff will provide updates, and Pueblo Community College will present its renewable energy program. The meeting will conclude with a strategy discussion before adjourning.

• Presentation: Xcel Energy – Clean Heat Plan
• City Updates – presented by George Andrews
• Pueblo Community College – Renewable Energy Program presentation
• Strategy Discussion

City Council Work Session

The scheduled Pueblo County City Council Executive Committee work session for September 2, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items or actions were discussed or decided at this meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure grants, including a major federal award for a road connector. The body is also considering a new police collective bargaining agreement and urban renewal plans for West Pueblo and Colorado Smelter.

• Proposed $16,834,725.00 RAISE Grant for Project DT2401 West Side Connector
• Proposed collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Police Officers Local 537
• Construction contract of $171,136 to CGRS, Inc. for James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility
• Proposed designation of 330 South City Park Avenue (City Park Bath House) as a Local Historic Landmark
• Proposed $853,413 grant for the Better LED and Solar Spaces Project

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee is holding an informal meeting to receive information and discuss three presentations. No official action will be taken during this session.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Pueblo Opportunity Project Plan presentation by Co Create and e-luminosity
• Conflict Free Case Management Services presentation by The Arc of Pueblo and The Resource Exchange

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board will nominate and appoint a chair and vice chair for a one‑year term. It will consider a GIS survey for a new hotel and restaurant liquor license for REALTORR LLC at 2007 S. Pueblo Blvd. The board will review special event permits for the Senior Resource Development Center at 230 N. Main Street (beer, wine, and spirits) scheduled for September 20‑22, 2024, and for Fraternal Order of Eagles #145 at 1615 S. Prairie Ave (beer only) on September 14, 2024.

• Nominate and appoint Chair and Vice Chair for a 1‑year term
• GIS Survey for new hotel & restaurant liquor license – REALTORR LLC, 2007 S. Pueblo Blvd
• Special Event Permit – beer, wine, spirits – Senior Resource Development Center, 230 N. Main St, Sep 20‑22, 2024
• Special Event Permit – beer only – Fraternal Order of Eagles #145, 1615 S. Prairie Ave, Sep 14, 2024

The Pueblo Liquor Board unanimously appointed Steve Cornetta as Chair and Tom Rose as Vice Chair for a one-year term. The board approved a GIS survey for a new hotel and restaurant liquor license for La Fisheria, and approved special event permits for SRDA and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #145. Two members recused themselves from the SRDA vote, which passed 3-0.

• Appointed Steve Cornetta as Chair and Tom Rose as Vice Chair for 1-year term (5-0)
• Approved GIS survey for new hotel & restaurant liquor license for La Fisheria, 2007 S. Pueblo Blvd (5-0)
• Approved special event permit for SRDA, 230 N. Main St, Sept 20-22, 2024 (3-0; two members recused)
• Approved special event permit for Fraternal Order of Eagles #145, 1615 S. Prairie Ave, Sept 14, 2024 (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee met for an informal work session, during which members received updates on city operations, a lobbyist briefing, the Pueblo Police Activities League, and the 2025 fire department budget. The meeting also included a presentation from PEDCO to discuss negotiation strategy and potential property transactions. No official actions or votes were taken.

• City Update presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff (5 minutes)
• Lobbyist Update presentation by Gil Romero, Capitol Success Group (15 minutes)
• Pueblo Police Activities League presentation by James Martin (10 minutes)
• 2025 Pueblo Fire Department budget presentation by Barb Huber, Fire Chief (45 minutes)
• PEDCO presentation on negotiation strategy and property interest (30 minutes)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review and certify eligible candidate lists for several roles, including Police Patrol Officer, Planner, and Parks Supervisor. The body will also decide on appeals regarding candidate removals from eligible lists and application rejections.

• Certification of eligible lists for Police Patrol Officer (Entry and POST), Planner, Parks Supervisor, Pretreatment Manager, Water Reclamation Worker, and Emergency Services Dispatch Supervisor
• Review of appeal by Jason Tompkins regarding removal from the Abatement Worker eligible list
• Review of appeal by Marissa Roman regarding Police Patrol Officer application rejection
• Ratification of letters rejecting appeals for Fire Captain exam content and various eligible list removals
• Status reports on 15 different recruitments, including Police Captain and Accountant II

Marijuana Board

The Marijuana Board is meeting to consider license renewals for several retail and manufacturing businesses. The board will also review requests for minor changes to multiple licenses held by NuVue Pharma.

• License renewal for The 404 at 404 N. Greenwood St.
• License renewal for LIVWELL at 1239 Southgate Pl.
• License renewal for The Spot 420 at 3504 N Elizabeth St.
• License renewal for TasteBudz medical products manufacturer at 711 W. 8th St.
• Minor changes for NuVue Pharma licenses at 4740 Dillon Drive

The board elected Kimberly Archuletta as Chairperson and Joseph Perko as Vice-Chairperson for 2024-2025, both unanimously. It approved the consent agenda, renewing four retail and medical marijuana licenses, and approved six minor changes for NuVue Pharma after a public hearing. The June 20, 2024 minutes were approved with two abstentions.

• Elected Kimberly Archuletta as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Joseph Perko as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (3-0, two abstentions)
• Approved consent agenda with license renewals for The 404, LIVWELL, The Spot 420, and TasteBudz (5-0)
• Approved minor changes E1-E6 for NuVue Pharma (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to consider a final presentation of an ordinance regarding federal housing and community grants. The measure would authorize the Mayor to submit applications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Ordinance adopting the 2024-2025 Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Home Investment Partnership Act Grant (HOME)

The City Council approved an emergency ordinance adopting the 2024-2025 Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Act Grant, authorizing the mayor to submit the application to HUD and appropriating the funds. The vote was unanimous (7-0) and was passed as an emergency to meet the August 15, 2024 submission deadline. The ordinance was assigned as 10757.

• Approved 2024-2025 CDBG and HOME Action Plan as emergency ordinance (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to submit application to HUD with required certifications
• Appropriated and budgeted CDBG and HOME funds

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances to propose amendments to the City Charter for a November 5, 2024, special municipal election. The body is also deciding on various construction contracts for road and facility improvements and reviewing new regulations for shopping cart management.

• Proposed charter amendments for the November 5, 2024, special municipal election
• Construction contract of $264,735.45 for asphalt improvements at Cambridge Avenue and Amherst Avenue
• Construction contract of $232,337.20 for asphalt improvements on Granada Boulevard
• Ordinance to increase sewer user charges
• Ordinance to regulate the use and management of shopping carts

The Pueblo City Council approved a consent agenda containing 17 resolutions and 13 ordinances, including construction contracts for asphalt, concrete, and sewer repairs, as well as grants and appointments. The council also passed several ordinances on final presentation, including water main extensions for new fire stations, a street vacation, and a subdivision approval. One ordinance (CDBG/HOME Action Plan) was postponed to August 26, 2024, and a shopping cart ordinance was postponed to September 9, 2024.

• Approved $264,735.45 asphalt contract to Tony J Beltramo & Sons (7-0)
• Approved $130,914 concrete contract to Cedar Ridge Landscape (7-0)
• Approved $232,337.20 asphalt contract to Martin Marietta (7-0)
• Approved $255,000 ARPA funds for railroad permits for fiber-optic cable (7-0)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for Pueblo Chile Festival Balloon Fest (6-1)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Children's Day (7-0)
• Postponed shopping cart ordinance to September 9, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed CDBG/HOME Action Plan to August 26, 2024 (6-1)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Wastewater rate study presentation by Director Andra Ahrens
• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• PEDCO update from President & CEO Jeff Shaw

The City Council work session was informational only, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered city updates, PEDCO's economic development efforts, and a wastewater rate study, followed by Q&A.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, then discuss several special event permits and a temporary premises modification. It will also consider the Continuence new entertainment liquor license and a Continuence new cabaret license for Durango Kitchen by Design at 131 Spring Street. The decisions involve events in September and changes to local businesses.

• Special Event Permit – Beer, Wine & Spirituous Liquor – Senior Resource Development Center, 230 N Main Street, event dates Sep 20‑22, 2024
• Special Event Permit – Beer, Wine & Spirituous Liquor – Fraternal Order of Eagles #145, 1615 S. Prairie Ave, event date Sep 14, 2024
• Temporary Modification of Premises – Vessel Brewing Company, dba Gold Dust Saloon, 217 S. Union Ave
• Continuence New Entertainment Liquor License – Durango Kitchen by Design, dba Blo Back Gallery, 131 Spring Street
• Continuence New Cabaret License – Durango Kitchen by Design, dba Blo Back Gallery, 131 Spring Street

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will receive a city update from the Chief of Staff. It will present proposed charter amendments, a proposed lodging ordinance, and the Police Department’s 2025 budget. An executive session will be held for a conference with the City Attorney about pending litigation related to ordinance 10698.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Proposed charter amendments presentation
• Proposed lodging ordinance presentation
• Police Department 2025 budget presentation
• Executive session conference with City Attorney on pending litigation for ordinance 10698

The Pueblo City Council held a work session with presentations on crime statistics, four proposed charter amendments, a proposed lodging ordinance, and the 2025 police department budget. No formal decisions were made during the session; the only action was a unanimous 5-0 vote to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation related to Ordinance No. 10698.

• Voted 5-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on pending litigation regarding Ordinance No. 10698

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee work session scheduled for July 29, 2024, has been cancelled. No official action is taken at these meetings.

• Cancellation of July 29, 2024 work session

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several proposed amendments to the City Charter to be placed on the November 5, 2024, special municipal election ballot. The body is also deciding on various construction contracts and street name changes.

• Construction contract of $2,034,976.00 to Russ Grading and Excavating LLC for 2024 Small Main Remove and Replace Project
• Construction contract of $376,593.75 to Nunez Construction, Inc. for West 29th Street Phase 2 improvements
• Purchase of property at Lot 1, Block 1, Kessler Subdivision for $2,000,000.00 for Admin Offices Relocation Project
• Rezoning of 1.74-acres east of North Pueblo Boulevard and north of West 24th Street from PUD to S-1 Government Use District
• Proposed street name changes for Vision Hills Parkway, Tobias T Avenue, and Dockum Road

The council approved a $2,034,976 construction contract for the 2024 Small Main Remove and Replace Project, along with several other construction and engineering contracts. It also passed a resolution opposing Black Hills Energy's rate increase request, approved street name changes, and authorized a $2M property purchase for admin offices. Two charter amendment ordinances were removed from the agenda.

• Approved $2,034,976 contract to Russ Grading and Excavating LLC for sewer main replacement (6-0)
• Approved $376,593.75 contract to Nunez Construction for West 29th Street concrete improvements (6-0)
• Approved $152,385 engineering contract to Dibble & Associates for Westside Trail design (6-0)
• Ratified emergency sewer repair contracts totaling $160,177.62 (6-0)
• Approved resolution opposing Black Hills Colorado Electric rate increase request (6-0)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Genealogical Society of Hispanic America conference (4-2)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Elks Lodge Brotherhood Night (5-1)
• Approved $2,000,000 property purchase for admin offices relocation (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee is holding an informal meeting to receive information and discuss city updates. No official action will be taken during this session. The meeting includes presentations on a strategic plan and commission updates.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center Strategic Plan presentation
• Energy Advisory Commission update

The Pueblo City Council held a work session with presentations from staff and community groups, but took no formal votes or decisions. Updates covered free summer events, a police grant, and strategic plans for the Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center and the Energy Advisory Commission.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review and certify eligible lists for roles including Fire Captain and Police Patrol Officer. The body is also deciding on several appeals regarding exam content and the removal of candidates from eligible lists.

• Certification of eligible lists for Dispatch Training Coordinator, Emergency Services Dispatcher, Fire Captain, Non-Profit Compliance Coordinator, and Traffic Signs & Marking Specialist
• Review of appeals from 8 individuals regarding exam content or removal from eligible lists
• Ratification of letters rejecting appeals for Non-profit Compliance Coordinator, Pretreatment Manager, and Senior PC Network Technician
• Ratification of removals from eligible lists for various roles, including 28 individuals for Police Patrol Officer
• Status reports on recruitments for roles including Planner, Parks Supervisor, and Water Reclamation Worker

Marijuana Board

The Marijuana Board meeting scheduled for July 18, 2024, was cancelled because there were no meeting items.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority will review special event permits for September and October, as well as new cabaret and lodging licenses. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review of special event permits for Chili Fest and Senior Resource Development Agency
• Review of new cabaret licenses for Memorial Hall Theater and Pueblo Ice Arena
• Review of new lodging and entertainment liquor license for Blo Back Gallery
• Review of ownership transfer for Loco Wines & Liquor
• Approval of minutes from the July 3, 2024 meeting

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal work session with no official actions. Presentations include the 2025 departmental budgets for Public Works and Stormwater, along with a city update. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss labor negotiations, pending litigation, and property discussions.

• 2025 Public Works Department budget presentation
• 2025 Stormwater Department budget presentation
• Executive session on successor collective bargaining agreement with IBPO Local 537
• Executive session on pending litigation related to Ordinance No. 10698
• Executive session on Pope Block Building property discussion

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting for information and discussion. The agenda includes a city update, a lobbyist report, and presentations regarding Relay for Life and urban renewal areas. No official actions will be taken during this session.

• City Update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist Update from Capitol Success Group
• Relay for Life presentation by Event Coordinator Colleen Beauvais
• Presentation on Colorado Smelter & West Pueblo Urban Renewal Areas

City Council Regular Meeting

The council is considering several ordinances, including a $2 million fund transfer for an administrative offices relocation project and property purchase. The agenda also includes street name changes, rezoning, and a special municipal election scheduled for November 5, 2024.

• $2,000,000 fund transfer and property purchase for the Admin Offices Relocation Project
• Special municipal election to be held on November 5, 2024
• Rezoning 1.74 acres near North Pueblo Boulevard to a Government Use District
• $800,000 contingency fund for Historic Arkansas Riverwalk Phase IV construction
• New regulations for the use and management of shopping carts within the city

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board is reviewing several applications for new liquor licenses and permit modifications. Items include hearings for cabaret, hotel, and restaurant licenses. The board will also consider various special event permits for upcoming dates in July and September.

• New cabaret license hearing for Memorial Hall Theater at 1 City Hall Place
• New retailer liquor license for Golden Gate Conoco at 1242 S. Prairie Ave
• Special event permit modification for Chili Fest
• New hotel and restaurant liquor license for Presley's The Lunchbox at 109 C. Street
• New cabaret license hearing for Pueblo Bulls at 100 N. Grand Ave

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal information session and discussion. The agenda includes presentations regarding the 2025 budgets for the Law and Planning departments. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• 2025 Law Department budget presentation
• 2025 Planning Department budget presentation
• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Presentation on Bob's Rules of Order

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a call for a Special Municipal Election on November 5, 2024. The agenda also includes contract amendments for the Arkansas Riverwalk and various community grants. Additional items include new ordinances regarding shopping carts and airport maintenance.

• Call for a Special Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
• Construction contract amendment for HARP Phase IV to $14,246,653.00
• $131,660 grant for the Community Initiative to Reduce Violence
• New ordinance regulating the use and management of shopping carts
• FAA and CDOT grants for airport runway and apron improvements

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting for information and discussion, with no official action scheduled. The agenda includes presentations on a city update, the Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center strategic plan, and a Black Hills Energy rate review.

• Black Hills Energy rate review presentation
• Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center strategic plan presentation
• Negotiation strategy for possible purchase or lease of office space
• Legal advice regarding litigation related to Ordinance No. 10698

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board will consider several license renewals for National Green Source, LLC. There are no regular agenda items scheduled for discussion.

• Medical product manufacturer license renewal (1900 S. Freeway)
• Medical cultivation facility license renewal (1900 S. Freeway)
• Retail product manufacturer license renewal (1900 S. Freeway)
• Retail cultivation facility license renewal (1900 S. Freeway)

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo County Civil Service Commission will review several appeals regarding rejected job applications for positions such as Non-Profit Compliance Coordinator. The body will also vote to certify eligible candidate lists for numerous roles, including Police Patrol Officer and Accountant II. Additionally, the commission will ratify decisions regarding removals from existing eligible lists.

• Review of recruitment appeals for Non-Profit Compliance Coordinator and Pretreatment Manager positions
• Certification of candidate lists for Accountant II, Civil Engineer/Wastewater, and Police Patrol Officer
• Ratification of removals from several eligible lists including Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Introduction of Jessika Cira, the new Marketing & Recruitment Specialist

General

The scheduled meeting of the Pueblo Liquor Board for June 19, 2024, was canceled. No items were presented for discussion or decision at this time.

City Council Work Session

This Executive Committee meeting is for information and discussion only; no official action will be taken. The agenda includes presentations on the Unified Development Code process and the City Park tennis courts clubhouse/restroom building. The committee will also hold an executive session regarding legal advice on personal injury litigation settlements.

• Presentation on the Unified Development Code process
• Historic Preservation Commission presentation regarding City Park tennis courts clubhouse/restroom building
• Executive session regarding settlement negotiations in pending personal injury litigation

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to appoint a qualified person to the vacant At-Large City Councilor seat. This vacancy was created by the resignation of Charles Hernandez.

• Resolution to appoint a candidate to fill the At-Large City Councilor vacancy

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider appointing a candidate to fill the vacant At-Large City Councilor seat. The council will also review an ordinance regarding an easement between the City of Pueblo and Pueblo County for infrastructure in Honor Farm Park.

• Appointment of a candidate to fill the At-Large City Councilor vacancy
• Easement Agreement for roadway, trails, and drainage at Honor Farm Park

City Council Work Session

The Executive Committee will conduct interviews for City Council at-large seats. This is an informal meeting intended for discussion and information gathering, so no official action will be taken.

• Interviews for City Council at-large seats

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will vote on several major infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Key items include a large construction contract for the Southern Colorado Clinic sewer outfall and an ordinance to increase sewer user charges. The meeting also includes reviews of airport grants and street safety studies.

• $3,974,073 construction contract for the Southern Colorado Clinic Sanitary Sewer Outfall Project
• Ordinance to increase sewer user charges
• $248,300 budget for the Asphalt Art and Gateways Project
• $196,470 agreement for fire station inspections and materials testing at Stations 6, 8, and 11
• Rezoning of 26.3 acres at the Runyon Sports Complex

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board will review several GIS survey approvals for local businesses including Memorial Hall and Blo Back Gallery. The agenda also includes multiple special event permit requests and a hearing for a new retail liquor license at Maverik #734.

• Hearing for a new fermented malt beverage and wine retailer license for Maverik #734
• GIS survey approvals for Memorial Hall, Pueblo Bulls, and Blo Back Gallery
• Special event permits for CASA of Pueblo, Juneteenth Ord of Pueblo, and others
• Modification of premises for Steakhouse at the Klamm Shell regarding corporate officers

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Energy Advisory Commission will meet on June 5, 2024. The agenda includes city updates and a presentation from Black Hills Energy regarding their RES Plan. The commission will also hold a strategy discussion.

• Presentation by Black Hills Energy regarding the RES Plan
• City updates from George Andrews
• Approval of minutes via consent agenda

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting to receive information and discuss updates. No official action will be taken during this session.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist wrap-up presentation by Capitol Success Group
• Presentation on Pueblo Regional Building Department responsibilities and procedures by Chief Building Official Mark Guerrero

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting to receive information and discuss city updates. No official action will be taken during this session.

• Presentation on Noise Activated Camera System by Police Sergeant Michael Sincerbox
• Presentation on Pueblo Active Community Environments (PACE) by MPO Manager Eva Cosyleon
• Presentation on 'Your Idea, Your Neighborhood' by the Director of Finance and Director of Public Affairs

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and grant acceptances. The body is also considering ordinances to increase sewer user charges and regulate commercial passenger transportation.

• Construction contract of $3,974,073 for Southern Colorado Clinic Sanitary Sewer Outfall Project
• Ordinance to increase sewer user charges
• Zoning changes for 26.3-acres at Runyon Sports Complex and .85-acres of Trinity Subdivision
• Purchase agreement of $649,894 for lighting at City Park Ballfields and Mineral Palace Park Pickleball Courts
• Grant of $182,000 from Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation for City Park Tennis Complex Clubhouse and Restrooms

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting to receive information and discuss several presentations. No official action will be taken during this session.

• Presentation from UC Health / Parkview Hospital
• ARPA update from Colorado Legal Services regarding the Pueblo County Eviction Diversion Program
• Presentation from Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region regarding the Pueblo campus
• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is reviewing recruitment status reports and certifying eligible lists for several city positions. The body will also decide on appeals regarding application rejections for the Outdoor Recreation Administrator, PD Community Engagement Manager, and Police Patrol Officer exams.

• Certification of eligible lists for Police Patrol Officer (Entry-Level and POST Certified)
• Certification of eligible lists for Construction Inspector and Outdoor Recreation Administrator
• Review of application rejection appeals from Matthew McHale, Sandra Gutierrez, and Joseph Stevens
• Ratification of removal letters for candidates on multiple eligible lists, including Police Patrol Officer and Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Ratification of appeal decision letters for Andre Bustmante, Michael Martinez, and Zacharia Suhy

Marijuana Board

The board will review several items related to NuVue Pharma LLC located at 4740 Dillon Drive. These items include medical store, product manufacturer, cultivation facility, and store facility applications.

• NuVue Pharma LLC (Medical Store) - 4740 Dillon Drive
• NuVue Pharma LLC (Product Manufacturer) - 4740 Dillon Drive
• NuVue Pharma LLC (Cultivation Facility) - 4740 Dillon Drive
• NuVue Pharma LLC (Store Facility) - 4740 Dillon Drive

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The board is meeting to approve GIS surveys for liquor licenses and evaluate several special event permits. The agenda also includes a hearing for a new hotel and restaurant liquor license.

• GIS Survey approvals for The Lunchbox LLC (109 C. Street) and Golden Gate Manor Inc (1242 S. Prairie Ave.)
• Special Event Permits for Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce (Sept 22-24, 2024)
• Special Event Permits for Bandit Sports Inc (May 24-27, 2024)
• Special Event Permits for Boys & Girls Club of Pueblo County (June 14, 2024) and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (July 13-14, 2024)
• Hearing for new Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License for 3C Restaurant Corp Ltd (102 S. Union Ave, Unit 103)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several high-value construction contracts and grant appropriations. Key discussions include infrastructure projects for the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk and fire station funding.

• Construction contract of $14,244,873.00 to H.W. Houston Construction for HARP Phase IV boathouse and channel extension
• Resolution for $33,550,000 for Fire Station No. 6, 8, and 11, and $900,000 for pumper fire apparatus
• Construction contract of $1,115,764.00 to Miller Pipeline, LLC for Court Street sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Ordinance to budget $875,000 for Minnequa Lake Trail via a LWCF Grant
• Ordinance to budget $845,000 for four electric vehicle charging stations at the Main Street Parking Garage

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss presentations. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Presentation on Access Point Pueblo by Prevention, Health Hub, and Behavioral Health managers
• Presentation on the Apollo Project by Dr. John Emahiser and Dr. Alexandra Kellogg
• Executive session with attorney Harley Gifford for legal advice

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss several updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Wastewater rate study presentation by FCS Group
• 2025 budget plans presentation by Mayor Heather Graham and Finance Director Alexandria Romero
• Lobbyist update from Capitol Success Group
• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Liquor Board meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee work session scheduled for April 29, 2024, has been cancelled.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several high-value construction contracts and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering new ordinances regarding syringe exchange programs, gambling devices, and electric vehicle charging stations.

• Construction contract of $32,686,806 to Nunn Construction for Fire Stations 6, 8, and 11
• Proposed $9,000,000 in 1A funds from Pueblo County for the HARP Channel Extension and Boathouse Project
• Construction contract of $724,041.55 to Pyramid Construction, Inc. for Court Street asphalt improvements
• Construction contract of $682,640.60 to Tony J Beltramo & Sons, Inc. for Adams Avenue and Jackson Street roundabout
• Ordinance prohibiting the establishment or operation of syringe exchange or distribution programs

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee is holding an informal meeting to receive information and discuss updates. No official action will be taken during this session.

• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Presentation on congressionally directed spending for Colorado by Antonio Huerta
• Presentation on Cyber Cube School by Kurt Madic

Marijuana Board

The Marijuana Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from March 21, 2024. The board will also consider a consent agenda item regarding a retail store facility.

• Retail store facility for Harvest LLC (dba: Harvest) at 875 Crane Ridge Drive

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is reviewing recruitment status reports and certifying eligible candidate lists for various roles, including police, fire, and engineering. The body will also decide on several personnel appeals regarding exam content and application rejections.

• Certification of eligible lists for Police Patrol Officer, Assistant Fire Chief, and Emergency Services Dispatcher
• Certification of eligible lists for Accountant II, Associate Engineer I, and Grants Analyst
• Certification of eligible lists for Housing and Community Development Coordinator II, Pretreatment Manager, Radio Technician II, Sr. Systems Administrator, and Wastewater Utility Worker
• Review of appeals from Andre Bustamante, Michael Martinez, and Zacharia Suhy
• Hearing regarding the non-selection of the top-ranking candidate for Wastewater Operator A

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Liquor Board will consider several license applications and ownership transfers. The agenda includes hearings for new hotel, restaurant, and lodging licenses, as well as special event permits.

• New Beer & Wine Retailer License: Maverik Inc, 1001 W. Pueblo Blvd.
• Special Event Permit: Bandit Sports Inc, 543 Northern Ave (May 24-27, 2024)
• Special Event Permit: La Gente Youth Sports Inc, 1219 Juan Madrid Ave (May 17-20, 2024)
• Transfer of Ownership: Bunker Box LLC (dba: What's The Dilla), 4301 Walking Stick Blvd
• New Hotel & Restaurant License Hearing: JM Rojas LLC (dba: Garlic and Onions To Go), 215 E. Abriendo Ave

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss city updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation on the Mike Hanratty Memorial Highway project
• Discussion regarding the abatement of dangerous buildings
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• City update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is discussing several ordinances and resolutions to fund the HARP Channel Extension and Boathouse Project, including a proposed $9 million payment from Pueblo County. The body is also reviewing construction contracts for water reclamation, HVAC remodels, and road improvements.

• Proposed $9,000,000 in 1A funds from Pueblo County for the HARP Channel Extension and Boathouse Project
• Construction contract of $640,660.07 to KR Construction Group Inc. for HVAC and Kitchen Remodel at El Centro del Quinto Sol Recreation Center
• Construction contract of $442,320 to Evoqua Water Technology, LLC for repairs at James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility
• Asphalt improvements contract of $335,251.00 to Pyramid Construction, Inc. for Cheyenne Avenue (19th Street to 29th Street)
• Proposed $1,500,000 for Lake Ave & Jones Ave Roundabout and $1,650,000 for Grand Ave. & 13th Roundabout

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• City update presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist update presentation by Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Every Brain Matters presentation by Director Aubree Adams

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board is meeting to consider special event permits and new liquor license applications. The body will review requests for temporary event permits and a new beer and wine license.

• Special Event Permit for Mad Fresh Productions at 209 S. Union (April 12-13, 2024)
• Special Event Permit for St. Francis Xavier Parish at 1725 Spruce Street (May 31-June 2, 2024)
• New Beer & Wine Liquor License hearing for Bliss Nail Lounge at 4120 N. Freeway Rd
• GIS Survey for a New Hotel & Restaurant Application for The Riverwok at 102 S. Union Ave Unit #103

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will receive updates from the Interim Chief of Staff and a lobbyist. The meeting includes a presentation on TIF districts and a potential urban renewal area for the Colorado Smelter. No official action is taken at these informal meetings.

• Presentation on PURA TIF districts and Colorado Smelter urban renewal area
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Executive session regarding property acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale
• Executive session regarding negotiation strategies

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review recruitment status reports and certify eligible lists for Civil Engineer / Transportation, GPS Technician, and Parts Clerk. The body will also consider an appeal regarding a removal from the Police Patrol Officer eligible list and discuss whether to revert to monthly meetings.

• Certification of eligible lists for Civil Engineer / Transportation, GPS Technician, and Parts Clerk
• Appeal review for Jeffrey Canada regarding removal from the Police Patrol Officer eligible list
• Ratification of removals from eligible lists for Abatement Worker, Accounting Technician IV, Airport Operations / Maintenance Worker, Police Patrol Officer, and Program Coordinator / El Centro del Quinto Sol
• Recruitment status reports for 16 positions, including Assistant Fire Chief and Police Patrol Officer
• Discussion on reverting to monthly commission meetings

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing multiple construction contracts for road and park improvements and several ordinances regarding municipal code updates. The body is also deciding on funding for eviction prevention and the procurement of land for Fire Station 1.

• Contract of $769,382.60 to Pyramid Construction, Inc. for Dillon Drive asphalt and utility improvements
• Allocation of $1,123,811.89 for relocating overhead electric facilities underground for the I-25/US-50B interchange project
• Proposed $721,825 agreement with Brown and Caldwell Inc. to update the James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility Master Plan
• Ordinance to provide $100,000 for eviction prevention assistance between Pueblo County and the City of Pueblo
• Proposed $160,000 transfer for Fire Station 1 land procurement

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss several presentations. No official action is taken at these meetings.

• City update from Interim Chief of Staff Marisa Pacheco
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Presentation on City Council Attorney and admin positions
• Child abuse data presentation by Sgt. Mike Slattery of Pueblo Police Dept
• Presentation from the Pueblo Child Advocacy Center

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board is meeting to review applications for two facilities. The board will consider a product manufacture request and a cultivation facility request.

• Product Manufacture: Herbal Garden Extract LLC at 3023 Lamkin Street
• Cultivation Facility: The Herbal Garden LLC at 302 Lamkin Street

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor Board is meeting to review a special events permit application and a modification of premises. The board will also approve minutes from the March 6, 2024, meeting.

• Special Events Permit Application for Mad Fresh Productions for April 12-13, 2024
• Manager change for Sangre de Cristo Art and Conference Center at 210 N. Santa Fe

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss specific topics. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation on Home Rule City by Sara Blackhurst of Action Colorado
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• City update from Interim Chief of Staff Marisa Pacheco

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Energy Advisory Commission will meet virtually to conduct a strategy roundtable discussion. The body will also take suggestions for the next meeting.

• Strategy Roundtable Discussion

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve eligible hiring lists for 11 job classifications, including Police Patrol Officer, Community Service Officer, and various engineering and utility positions. They will also consider consent agenda items such as appeal decisions, removals from eligible lists, and ratification of a reemployment list placement.

• Certify eligible lists for Abatement Worker, Accounting Technician IV, Civil Engineer/Wastewater, Community Service Officer, Grant Coordinator/Financial Empowerment, Mason, Police Patrol Officer, SCADA Administrator, Utility Locate Technician, Wastewater Operator A, and WW Compliance Officer
• Ratify appeal decision letters for Community Service Officer (Dylan Swanson) and Police Patrol Officer (Billy Sherman)
• Ratify removals from eligible lists for multiple positions including Associate Engineer I, Emergency Services Dispatcher, Police Patrol Officer, and others
• Ratify placement of Joseph Markarian on Police Patrol Officer reemployment list
• Ratify decision to conduct Training and Experience exams for six positions

City Council Work Session

This is an informal City Council work session where no official action is taken. The council will receive presentations on city updates, lobbyist activities, and stormwater management, followed by a discussion on council procedures and staffing. The meeting will conclude with an executive session for legal advice.

• City update presentation by Interim Chief of Staff Marisa Pacheco
• Lobbyist update by Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Stormwater update by Public Works Director Andrew Hayes and Stormwater Manager Jeff Hawkins
• Council discussion on procedures and staffing led by Councilor Regina Maestri
• Executive session for legal advice with Interim City Attorney Carla Sikes

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo Civil Service Commission is meeting to hold a hearing on the appeal by Larissa Bourgeault regarding their removal as a probationary employee. The commission will decide whether to sustain, reject, or modify the removal action. The agenda is otherwise limited to standard procedural items.

• Hearing on appeal by Larissa Bourgeault regarding removal as probationary employee
• Commission action: sustain, reject, or modify the removal

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider several liquor license applications, special event permits, and a license modification. The board will vote on these items after approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• New hotel & restaurant liquor license for JM Rojas LLC, dba Garlic & Onions To Go, 215 E. Abriendo Ave.
• New lodging & entertainment liquor license for Amenity Barber LLC, 103 N. Union Ave.
• Special event permits for Pueblo Film Fest (April 26) and St. Therese Catholic School (April 12)
• New cabaret license for Solar Roast Coffee, 214-216 N. Main St.
• Liquor modification for Circle K #2741171, 430 W. Abriendo Ave.

City Council Work Session

This is an informal Executive Committee meeting where no official action is taken. The agenda includes an oath of office for Council Member Charles Hernandez and presentations on city updates, lobbyist activity, and a proposed corrugated metal fencing ordinance. The session concludes with a closed executive session regarding real property negotiations.

• Oath of office for At Large Council Member Charles Hernandez
• Presentation on Corrugated Metal Fencing Ordinances by Code Enforcement and Planning staff
• Presentation on Catholic Charities - Sunny Side Market by Executive Director Joe Domko
• Executive session to instruct negotiators on the purchase, acquisition, or lease of real property

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider a consent agenda with resolutions awarding construction contracts for concrete and asphalt improvements, including a $374,339.54 contract for Elizabeth Street Phase 1. They will also vote on ordinances in first and final presentations, covering topics like a retail marijuana excise tax change, urban renewal plans, and rental assistance funding. The meeting includes routine items like proclamations and minutes approval.

• Resolution M1: Award $374,339.54 to AA Construction Co. for Elizabeth Street concrete improvements (City Center to 16th Street)
• Resolution M4: Authorize $500,000 from ARPA funds for City Park Tennis Complex improvements
• Ordinance N3: Repeal and amend retail marijuana excise tax rate to 5%
• Ordinance R9: Accept $791,811 Smart Grant for recruiting and training
• Ordinance R10: Accept $502,500 grant for Financial Empowerment Center

City Council Work Session

This is an informal City Council work session with no official action taken. The council will receive presentations on city human resources updates, a lobbyist report, the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority project, and the HARP boathouse project, followed by a closed executive session to discuss property acquisition or sale.

• Human Resources update by Director Marisa Pacheco
• Lobbyist update by Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority project presentation by Jerry Pacheco
• HARP Boathouse project presentation by Lynn Clark
• Executive session on property purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(a)

City Council Work Session

This is a special Executive Committee meeting where the City Council will conduct interviews for the at-large position. Candidates were selected by the Council at a special meeting on February 20, 2024. No official action is taken at these informal meetings, and public comment is generally not received.

• Interviews for City Council at-large position

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council is holding a special meeting to appoint a qualified person to fill the vacant At-Large City Councilor seat, created when Heather Graham was elected Mayor. The council will take action by motion to select a candidate for the vacancy.

• Resolution to appoint a person to fill the vacant At-Large City Councilor seat
• Vacancy created by Heather Graham's election as Mayor

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider a beer and wine license for Bliss Nail Lounge and to hold a show cause hearing for DJ Investments LLC, doing business as the Oasis. The board will also approve minutes from its February 7 meeting.

• GIS survey approval for beer and wine license, Bliss Nail Lounge, 4120 N. Freeway Rd.
• Show cause hearing for DJ Investments LLC, dba the Oasis, 1501 E. Evans Ave.
• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2024 meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the At Large City Council Member vacancy. They will accept a communication and select candidates for interviews scheduled for February 22, 2024. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Motion to accept communication regarding At Large City Council Member Vacancy
• Motion to select candidates for interviews on February 22, 2024

City Council Work Session

This is an informal Executive Committee meeting where no official action is taken. The agenda consists solely of informational presentations regarding city operations, lobbying activities, and infrastructure projects. Public comment is generally not received at this session.

• Presentation on EPA Superfund Site update by Beth Archer
• Presentation on Medal of Honor Corridor update by Andrew Hayes
• Lobbyist update presentation by Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• General City Update presentation by Laura Solano, Chief of Staff

Marijuana Board

The Pueblo County Marijuana Board will hold a regular meeting to approve the January 18, 2024 minutes and process a consent agenda. The primary substantive action involves approving cultivation and product manufacture permits for Nuvue Pharma LLC, dba: NuVue Pharma, located at 4740 Dillon Drive. No other regular agenda items are listed.

• Approval of Cultivation Facility permit for Nuvue Pharma LLC, dba: NuVue Pharma, 4740 Dillon Drive
• Approval of Product Manufacture permit for Nuvue Pharma LLC, dba: NuVue Pharma, 4740 Dillon Drive

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the January 23, 2024 minutes and process a consent agenda covering status reports for 17 active recruitments. The body will ratify decisions on exam appeals and removals from eligible lists, including actions regarding Police Patrol Officer and Community Service Officer candidates. On the regular agenda, the Commission will certify eligible lists for five positions, including Associate Field Engineer and Pretreatment Manager, and decide on a request to approve a new polygraph examiner.

• Certification of eligible lists for Associate Field Engineer, Pretreatment Manager, Program Coordinator - El Centro del Quinto Sol, Sr. Integration Administrator, and Sr. Media Systems Administrator.
• Review of appeal by Dylan Swanson regarding rejection of Community Service Officer exam application.
• Review of appeal by Billy Sherman regarding rejection of Police Patrol Officer exam application.
• Approval or denial of request by Forensic Truth Verification Group to approve Robert Perez as a polygraph examiner.
• Ratification of appeal decisions for Duman Mondragon (Police Patrol Officer) and Michaela Bryan (Real Time Crime Center Technician).

City Council Work Session

This is an informal City Council work session where no official action is taken. The council will receive presentations from the Chief of Staff, a lobbyist, and the Pueblo Innovative Energy Solutions Advisory Committee (PIESAC). Public comment is generally not received.

• City updates from Chief of Staff Laura Solano
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• PIESAC report from co-chairs Corinne Koehler and Frances Koncilja

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.48 million construction contract for asphalt and utility improvements on Northern Avenue. The regular agenda includes final approval of ordinances on public camping restrictions and commercial vehicle regulations, as well as several grant acceptances. The meeting also includes preliminary annexation determinations for the Villa Bella area and various appointments.

• Award $1,482,745.80 to Tony J Beltramo & Sons for Northern Ave improvements (Prairie to I-25)
• Ratify $444,876 emergency contract to Evoqua for DAFT repair at water reclamation facility
• Approve $180,000 ARPA funds for purchase of 2701 East 12th St property
• Preliminary approval of three Villa Bella annexation petitions (8.018, 10.094, 79.637 acres)
• Final reading of ordinance limiting public camping and prohibiting temporary structures on public property

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider two new cabaret license applications and approve prior meeting minutes. The board will vote on licenses for Gold Dust Saloon and Solar Roast Coffee.

• New cabaret license for Vessel Brewing Company LLC, dba Gold Dust Saloon, 217 S. Union Ave.
• New cabaret license for Solar Roast Coffee LLC, dba Solar Roast Coffee, 214-216 N. Main Street
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Energy Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive city updates, and hold a conversation with Grace Rink, Denver's first Chief Climate Officer, about decarbonization. The commission will also brainstorm strategic goals for the coming period. The agenda is largely routine, with the guest conversation and strategic planning as the main substantive items.

• Conversation with Grace Rink, City of Denver's first Chief Climate Officer, Associate Vice President, Decarbonization Strategy AECOM
• Strategic planning brainstorm on commission goals
• City of Pueblo updates from George Andrews
• Approval of minutes

City Council Work Session

This is a special, informal meeting of the City Council Executive Committee where no official action is taken. The agenda consists entirely of informational presentations regarding city operations, lobbying activities, and community initiatives. Public comment is generally not received at these meetings.

• Presentation by Laura Solano, Chief of Staff, on the City Update
• Presentation by Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group on the Lobbyist Update
• Presentation by Steven Meier and Barbara Alphin on the Team Up to Clean Up program
• Presentation by Alexandria Romero, Haley Robinson, Dustin Taylor, and Tamara Moore on the Your Idea, Your Neighborhood initiative

General

This is an informal executive committee meeting of the Pueblo City Council. The only agenda item is a discussion of the 2024 City Council work retreat, lasting about 7 hours. No official action will be taken.

• Discussion of 2024 City Council work retreat

City Council Work Session

This meeting agenda announces that the City Council work session scheduled for January 29, 2024, has been cancelled. No official action was planned, as it was an informal executive committee meeting for discussion only. The public was invited to attend but no public comment was generally received.

• Work session cancelled

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is reviewing recruitment status reports and certifying eligible lists for several roles, including Accountant I and Office Assistant. The body will also decide on appeals regarding rejected exam applications for Police Patrol Officer and Real Time Crime Center Technician roles.

• Certification of eligible lists for Accountant I, Associate Engineer I, Community Outreach Specialist, Court Technician, Office Assistant, and Real Time Crime Center Technician
• Review of exam application appeals from Duman Mondragon (Police Patrol Officer) and Michaela Bryan (Real Time Crime Center Technician)
• Ratification of removal letters for candidates on eligible lists for roles including Police Patrol Officer and Community Service Officer
• Ratification of a letter to Jerardo Reyes rejecting an appeal for the Pretreatment Manager exam application
• Status reports on 17 different recruitments, including Police Patrol Officer and SCADA Administrator

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to rezone agricultural land to single-family residential use. The body is also considering several grants for transit and community services, as well as an ordinance to limit public camping.

• Proposed rezoning of 71.75 acres from A-4 Agricultural to R-1 and R-2 Single Family Residential
• Construction contract of $115,232.01 to Weathercraft Co. for Engineering Annex Building roof
• Construction contract of $74,000.00 to Rockies Environmental and Demolition Services for 2907 2nd Ave.
• Ordinance to limit public camping and prohibit temporary structures on public property
• Grant acceptance of $400,000.00 for Pueblo Vanpool from CDOT

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss city updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation on street utility service charges
• ARPA update presentation
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• City updates from Chief of Staff Laura Solano

Marijuana Board

The Marijuana Board is meeting to approve minutes from November 16, 2023. The board will consider a retail dispensary renewal and a minor change for specific businesses.

• Retail Dispensary Renewal: The Green Solution LLC, 1207 Southgate Place
• Minor Change: Livwell IV LLC, 1239 Southgate

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Liquor Board is meeting to consider the transfer of ownership for two liquor licenses. The board will also conduct a show cause hearing for a specific establishment.

• Transfer of Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License for El Super Taco at 2290 Rawlings Blvd.
• Transfer of Lodging & Entertainment and Cabaret licenses for Wake Up Events at 102 Oneida Street.
• Show Cause Hearing for The Oasis at 1501 E. Evens Ave.

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and discuss updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• City update from Chief of Staff Laura Solano
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• CIRSA presentation on ethics, liability, and best practices for elected officials
• Presentation from Nicole Ferguson, Executive Director of Mariposa Center for Safety

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review recruitment status reports and ratify several appeal decisions and name removals from eligible lists. The body is deciding whether to certify eligible lists for Police Patrol Officer and Probation Officer positions and will review an application appeal for a Pretreatment Manager role.

• Certification of eligible lists for Police Patrol Officer and Probation Officer
• Appeal review for Jerardo Reyes regarding Pretreatment Manager exam application
• Ratification of appeal rejections for Lacee Davidson and Michael DeCesaro (Police Patrol Officer)
• Ratification of appeal approval for Jonathan Lee (Police Patrol Officer)
• Recruitment reports for 12 positions including Accountant I, Associate Engineer I, and Court Technician

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to elect 2024 officers and consider several first-presentation ordinances regarding zoning, urban renewal, and public camping. The body will also vote on final presentations for various building repairs and grant acceptances.

• Proposed rezoning of 71.75 acres in the Ventana Master Plan from Agricultural to Single Family Residential
• Ordinance to limit public camping and prohibit temporary structures on public property
• Appropriation of $482,977 for Safe Routes to School Rock and Roll Safely project
• Acceptance of $378,880 for a Household Hazardous Waste program
• Final vote on renaming US Highway 50 Bypass to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Bypass

City Council Work Session

This is an informal City Council work session where members receive information and discuss topics; no official action is taken. Presentations cover a city update, an election update, amending the municipal code on commercial vehicle operations, and limiting camping on public property.

• City update by Chief of Staff Laura Solano
• Election update by City Clerk Marisa Stoller
• Discussion of amending Pueblo Municipal Code regulating commercial vehicle operations
• Discussion of limiting camping on public property

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee met on January 4, 2024, for an informal session to receive information and discuss matters among Council Members. No official action was taken, and public comment was not received. The sole agenda item was a 60-minute presentation on City Council onboarding by City Clerk Marisa Stoller and City Attorney George Hypolite.

• 60-minute presentation on City Council onboarding by Marisa Stoller and George Hypolite

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider liquor license applications, a cabaret license, and show-cause hearings for two businesses. The board will also approve minutes from its December 6, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of Neighborhood GIS Survey for cabaret license - Vessel Brewing Company LLC, dba The Gold Dust Saloon, 217 S. Union Ave.
• New Hotel & Restaurant license application - The Firepit Restaurant & Grill LLC, 1638-1644 US Hwy 50 West.
• New Cabaret license application - The Firepit Restaurant & Grill LLC, 1638-1644 US Hwy 50 West.
• Show cause hearing - Jayae Sara Inc, dba Mr. Tandoori, 310 S. Victoria Ave, Suite C.
• Show cause hearing - Iron Horse Bar & Grill Inc, dba Iron Horse Bar & Grill, 717 N. Main Street.

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Energy Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss energy-related matters. The main agenda item is a presentation by the Colorado Energy Office on Energy Performance Contracting 101. The commission will also review minutes, receive committee and city updates, and hold a roundtable discussion, including a possible change to the meeting date and time.

• Presentation on Energy Performance Contracting 101 by Colorado Energy Office
• Discussion on changing date and time for future meetings
• Approval of minutes
• City updates from George Andrews

City Council Work Session

This City Council Executive Committee work session, scheduled for January 2, 2024, has been cancelled. No official action was planned, as it was an informal meeting for information and discussion only.

• Meeting cancelled