La Junta, Colorado

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY LA JUNTA, CO JULY 23, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Chairperson) ROLL CALL (City Clerk/Deputy) Board Members Ayala Bennett Fleischacker Johnson Linder Madrid Mason Miner Saucedo CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting June 25, 2026 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Treasurer) A. June 2026 REPORTS A. Plaza Building (Bennett/Mason) B. Copper Kitchen (Baca) NEW BUSINESS A. Early Settlers Day Booth (Action) B. Revised Spark Grant Application (Action) C. Revised Blight/Safety Policy (Action) D. Second Round of 2026 Spark Grants (Action) E. Director Comments F. Governing Body’s Comments ADJOURN

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JULY 20, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS A. June 2026 1. Cindy Leyba - 5 Years B. July 2026 1. Issac Vasquez - 5 Years CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) INFORMATION A. 9/11 Memorial CONSENT AGENDA A. Regular Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 B. Application for a Change of Trade Name/DBA only by Mini Mart, Inc. from Loaf N Jug No 13 to Cumberland Farms #750013, 918 W. 3rd Street (Liquor License) FINANCIALS A. 1st Quarter 2026 (Director of Finance) NEW BUSINESS A. Citizen Complaint (City Council) (Possible Action) 1. Disclosure of City Manager Application 2. City Attorney and City Manager [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO JULY 14, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL (City Clerk) MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting June 9, 2026 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) REPORTS A. ARPA Board (Gary Cranson) B. Water & Wastewater Treatment (Tom Seaba) C. Electric Department (Chris Arguello) D. Sanitation (Martin Montoya) NEW BUSINESS A. City Manager Comments B. Governing Body’s Comments ADJOURN

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO JULY 14, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Board of Utilities of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Chairman Patrick Berg on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Joe Ayala, Mayor Patrick Berg, Chairman CaSandra Thomas, Commissioner Paul Velasquez, Mayor ProTem/Vice-Chair Absent: Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Melanie Scofield, City Clerk Aliza Libby, Director of Finance Chris Arguello, Electrical Superintendent Martin Montoya, Director of Engineering Paula Mahoney, Admin. Exec. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting June 9, 2026 Chairman Berg asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 9, 2026. Hearing none, the Chairman asked for a motion to approve the minutes as published. MOTION TO APPROVE THE JUNE 9, 2026 MINUTES AS PUBLISHED: Velasquez SECOND: Thomas DISCUSSION: There was no discussion VOTE: The motion carried 4-0 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) Carlos Angel, who owns 1015 E. 4th Street, complained about the sewer stench and that the City needs to do something about it. REPORTS A. 2025 Audit Update (Aliza Libby) The 2025 audit is online under the Finance tab. She went over the Enterprise Fund financ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD LA JUNTA, CO JULY 13, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Board Members Bennett Hill Lively Madrid Mason CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting April 13, 2026 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Treasurer) REPORTS UNFINSHED BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. Director Comments 1. Declare Vacancy 2. CLG Subgrant Program Fiscal Year 2026 Update 3. Designation Certificate 4. Northeast La Junta Survey Progress 5. October Community Engagement Event B. Governing Body’s Comments ADJOURN

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD LA JUNTA, CO JULY 13, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Historic Preservation Board (CLG) of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Chairman Ben Mason on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Board Members Bennett Hill Lively Madrid Mason Present: Aimee Hill Bob Fowler Erika Lively Toni Madrid Absent: Ben Mason Also Present: Melanie Scofield, City Clerk/HPAB Director CITIZEN PARTICIPATION There was no citizen participation. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting April 13, 2026 Vice-Chair Madrid asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the Regular Meeting of April 13, 2026. Hearing none, the Vice-Chair asked for a motion to approve the minutes as published. MOTION TO APPROVE THE APRIL 13, 2026 MINUTES AS PUBLISHED: Fowler SECOND: Hill DISCUSSION: There was no discussion VOTE: The motion carried 4-0 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Treasurer) The Treasurer was absent. No report was given. NEW BUSINESS A. Director Comments 1. Declare Vacancy Received a resignation letter from Nancy Bennett. We now have two vacancies. Will publish notices. 2. CLG Subgrant Program Fiscal Year 2026 Update We were awarded this grant. Spoke with Lindsey last week, she expects the grant to their office to be appr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JULY 6, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) EXECUTIVE SESSION A. EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF A PERSONNEL MATTER UNDER C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f) AND NOT INVOLVING: ANY SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE REQUESTED DISCUSSION OF THE MATTER IN OPEN SESSION; ANY MEMBER OF THIS BODY OR ANY ELECTED OFFICIAL; THE APPOINTMENT OF ANY PERSON TO FILL AN OFFICE OF THIS BODY OR OF AN ELECTED OFFICIAL; OR PERSONNEL POLICIES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE THE DISCUSSION OF MATTERS PERSONAL TO PARTICULAR EMPLOYEES (Complaint against a staff member) AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF DETERMINING POSITIONS RELATIVE TO MATTERS THAT MAY BE SUBJECT TO NEGOTIATIONS, DEVELOPING STRATEGY F [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JULY 6, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Mayor Ayala on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Damon Ramirez, Ward 1 Paul Velasquez, Ward 1 Scott Copley, Ward 2 Joe Ayala, Mayor Chandra Ochoa, Ward 2 Lisa Pantoya, Ward 3 Maureen Rikhof, Ward 3 Absent: None Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager. Clay Buchner, City Attorney. Melanie Scofield, City Clerk. Heather Maes, Library Director. Gary Reed, Rocky Ford, Kasey Miehlke, La Junta. Diane Rikhof, La Junta. Nancy Bennett, La Junta. Julie Worley, La Junta. Terry Smalling, La Junta. Erin Harris, La Junta. Cisco Perez, La Junta. Santiago Palacio, La Junta. Alison Penner, La Junta. Bethany Bender, La Junta. Rick Ward, La Junta. Cheryl Lindner, La Junta. Douglas Golding, La Junta. Craig Flick, La Junta. Tim Snyder, La Junta. Stacey Ayala, La Junta. Lisa Doney. Adrian Hart, SECO News. Bette McFarren, RF Gazette. EXECUTIVE SESSION City Attorney Bucher: A four-part complaint was submitted by a citizen: 1) There was an issue regarding a search transparency issue. It came to li [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 15, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) CONSENT AGENDA A. Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2026 B. Special Meeting Minutes June 9, 2026 C. Application for a Special Events Permit by Our Lady of Guadalupe/St. Patrick Parish, Lisa Pantoya, Event Manager. The event is their 104th Annual Bazaar to be held July 10 & 11, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at 202 Lincoln Avenue NEW BUSINESS A. Member Appointment to the Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center Board of Directors (Mayor) (Action) B. Approval of Contract for Interim City Attorney (Mayor) (Action) C. Committee/Board Report D. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 15, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Mayor Ayala on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Damon Ramirez, Ward 1 Paul Velasquez, Ward 1 Scott Copley, Ward 2 Joe Ayala, Mayor Chandra Ochoa, Ward 2 Lisa Pantoya, Ward 3 Maureen Rikhof, Ward 3 Absent: Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Cristian Estrada, Deputy City Clerk Kasey Miehlke, La Junta Diane Rikhof, La Junta Nancy Bennett, La Junta Julie Worley, La Junta CaSandra Thomas, La Junta Kimberly Koehler, Sugar City Jerry Koehler, Sugar city Betty Velasquez, La Junta Douglas/Janet Golding, la Junta Gary Reed, rocky Ford Murisa Jackson Lisa Doney Rod Pelton, Senate District 35 Ty Winter, House District 47 Nancy Harrington, SECO News Adrian Hart, SECO News Bette McFarren, RF Gazette INFORMATION Ty Winter, House District 47 and Rod Pelton, Senate District 35 gave a quick legislative update for their districts. Thanked the City Council for allowing them to appear before them and the community to give the update. Spoke on the state’s structure deficit. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 9, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL (City Clerk) MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting May 12, 2026 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) REPORTS A. ARPA Board (Gary Cranson) B. Water & Wastewater Treatment (Tom Seaba) C. Electric Department (Chris Arguello) D. Sanitation (Martin Montoya) NEW BUSINESS A. City Manager Comments B. Governing Body’s Comments ADJOURN

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 9, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER A Regular Meeting of the Board of Utilities Commissioners of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Chairman Patrick Berg on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Patrick Berg, Chairman Joe Ayala, Mayor CaSandra Thomas, Commissioner Paul Velasquez, Council Member/Vice-Chair Absent: Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Cristian Estrada, Deputy City Clerk Aliza Libby, Director of Finance Chris Arguello, Electric Superintendent Martin Montoya, Director of Engineering Maureen Rikhof, La Junta MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting May 12, 2026 Chairman Berg asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 12, 2026. Hearing none, the Chairman asked for a motion to approve the minutes as published. MOTION TO APPROVE THE MAY 12, 2026 MINUTES AS PUBLISHED: Velasquez SECOND: Thomas DISCUSSION: There was no discussion VOTE: The motion carried 4-0 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) There was no citizen participation. REPORTS A. ARPA Board (Gary Cranson) Summary of April 2026 Financial Statement: • In April, power sales revenue was less than budget by $36,845 (2%). • Cost of goods sold was over budget $230,794 (19%). • Ne [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 1, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) INFORMATION A. DeBourgh Manufacturing - Patrick Berg (Presentation) CONSENT AGENDA A. Regular Meeting Minutes May 18, 2026 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Second Reading/AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA JUNTA, COLORADO, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS WATER ENTERPRISE, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY BOND WITH THE COLORADO WATER RESOURCES AND POWER DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE FINANCING OF WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDING LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE PLEDGE OF NET [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO JUNE 1, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Mayor Ayala on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Damon Ramirez, Ward 1 Paul Velasquez, Ward 1 Scott Copley, Ward 2 Joe Ayala, Mayor Chandra Ochoa, Ward 2 Lisa Pantoya, Ward 3 Maureen Rikhof, Ward 3 Absent: None Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Melanie Scofield, City Clerk Pam Denahy, Director of Tourism/E.D. Ron Hogan, AVRMC Ben Mason, La Junta Kasey Miehlke, La Junta Nancy Bennett, La Junta Cole/Kate Smith, La Junta CaSandra Thomas, La Junta Elaine McIntyre, La Junta Douglas Golding, La Junta Mary/Al Martinez, La Junta David Polley, La Junta Cheryl Lindner, La Junta Angela Ayala, La Junta Erika Lively, La Junta Gary Reed, Rocky Ford Nancy Harrington, SECO News Adrian Hart, SECO News Bette McFarren, RF Gazette CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) 1. Cole & Kate Smith, 621 W 8th Street/Timothy & Trisha Wyss 815 Nevada Avenue, La Junta: Concerns regarding vandalism, loitering, and cars doing donuts at the Brick & Tile Park. They would li [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO MAY 18, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) CONSENT AGENDA A. Regular Meeting Minutes May 4, 2026 UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Second Reading/AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA JUNTA, COLORADO, AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE LA JUNTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A DEFINITION OF "SHIPPING CONTAINER (CONEX BOX)," TO AMEND TABLE 17-B (SCHEDULE OF USES), AND TO CREATE SECTION 17.40.215 ENTITLED "SHIPPING CONTAINERS" (City Attorney) (Action) B. Second Reading/AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA JUNTA, COLORADO, ADDING CHAPTER 5.12 TO TITLE 5 OF THE LA JUNTA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTAB [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO MAY 18, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Mayor Ayala on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) Pastor Scott Johnson with Calvary Church gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Damon Ramirez, Ward 1 Paul Velasquez, Ward 1 Scott Copley, Ward 2 Joe Ayala, Mayor Lisa Pantoya, Ward 3 Maureen Rikhof, Ward 3 Absent: Chandra Ochoa, Ward 2 Also Present: Melanie Scofield, City Clerk Dawn Block, Personnel Director Tom Seaba, Director of Water Utilities Elaine McIntyre, La Junta Ron Hogan, AVRMC Jennifer Hinkhouse, La Junta Ed Wiker, La Junta Kasey Miehlke, La Junta Sherry Johnson, La Junta Scott Johnson, La Junta Carly Johnson, La Junta Cheryl Lindner, La Junta CaSandra Thomas, La Junta Gary Reed, Rocky Ford Nancy Harrington, SECO News Adrian Hart, SECO News Bette McFarren, RF Gazette CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) 1. Gary Reed, 18975 State Highway 202, Rocky Ford: Want to talk about this ordinance about the business registration. The way this thing stands, this is just a paper that says give me $25.00. It’s so vague. I’m not sure that it can even [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO MAY 12, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL (City Clerk) MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting April 14, 2026 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) REPORTS A. ARPA Board (Gary Cranson) B. Water & Wastewater Treatment (Tom Seaba) C. Electric Department (Chris Arguello) D. Sanitation ( Martin Montoya) NEW BUSINESS A. A Resolution of the Utility Board of the City of La Junta, Colorado, Recommending Approval by the City Council of a Loan Agreement and Governmental Agency Bond with the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority in Connection with the Drinking Water Revolving Fund Lead Service Line Replacement Project; Recommending Authorization of City Officials to Execute Documents Necessary to Carry Out the Transaction; and Providing Other Matters Relating Thereto (City Attorney) (Action) B. A Resolution of the Utility Board of the City of La Junta, Colorado, Recommending that the City Council Declare a Stage II Water Shortage Pursuant to Section 13.04.315 of the La Junta Municipal Code and Implement Stage II, Level A Water Restrictions (City Attorney) (Action) C. A Resolution of the Utility Board of the City of La Junta, Colorado, Amending Section 19 of the Policies of the Board of Utilities Commissioners Concerning Outside-City-Limits Water Service During Declared Water Shortage Condi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA BOARD OF UTILITIES LA JUNTA, CO MAY 12, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Board of Utilities Commissioners of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Chairman Patrick Berg on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Patrick Berg, Chairman Joe Ayala, Mayor Mike Bourget, Commissioner CaSandra Thomas, Commissioner Paul Velasquez, Council Member/Vice-Chair Absent: None Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Erin Harris, City Attorney Melanie Scofield, City Clerk Aliza Libby, Director of Finance Tom Seaba, Director of Water Utilities Chris Arguello, Electric Superintendent Martin Montoya, Director of Engineering MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting April 14, 2026 Chairman Berg asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 14, 2026. Hearing none, the Chairman asked for a motion to approve the minutes as published. MOTION TO APPROVE THE APRIL 14, 2026 MINUTES AS PUBLISHED: Bourget SECOND: Velasquez DISCUSSION: There was no discussion VOTE: The motion carried 5-0 CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) There was no citizen participation. REPORTS A. ARPA Board (Gary Cranson) Summary of March 2026 Financial Statement: • In March, power sales revenue was less than budg [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO MAY 4, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE COUNCIL GOALS Envision a safe, flourishing downtown that provides a strong commercial tax base. Strive to be active stewards of existing aging infrastructure. Recognize importance of experience, well trained, and community minded staff. Ensure its electorate is well informed of on-going successes and future plans. Envision a safe, secure community for its families and youth. Promote redevelopment of existing businesses and neighborhoods and increase quality of life for all its residents. CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Council Members Ramirez (Ward 1) Velasquez (Ward 1) Copley (Ward 2) Ayala (Mayor) Ochoa (Ward 2) Pantoya (Ward 3) Rikhof (Ward 3) PROCLAMATION A. Recognizing Nurses Week and Hospital Week B. National Historic Preservation Month CITIZEN PARTICIPATION (5-minute time limit per person) PRESENTATION A. Housing Needs Assessment (Matrix Design Group) CONSENT AGENDA A. Regular Meeting Minutes April 20, 2026 NEW BUSINESS A. Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement - City Manager, City of La Junta (Mayor) (Action) B. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, Authorizing the Sale of Certain City-Owned Property for the Purpose of Affordable Housing Development (City Attorney) (Action) C. First Reading/AN ORD [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA CITY COUNCIL LA JUNTA, CO MAY 4, 2026 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Mayor Ayala) The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Junta, Colorado, was called to order by Mayor Ayala on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. INVOCATION (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Mayor Ayala) Mayor Ayala led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL (City Clerk) Present: Damon Ramirez, Ward 1 Paul Velasquez, Ward 1 Scott Copley, Ward 2 Joe Ayala, Mayor Chandra Ochoa, Ward 2 Lisa Pantoya, Ward 3 Maureen Rikhof, Ward 3 Absent: None Also Present: Michael Hart, City Manager Erin Harris, City Attorney Melanie Scofield, City Clerk Pam Denahy, Director of Tourism/E.D. Christina Tozzie, AVRMC Ron Hogan, AVRMC pam Jenkins, La Junta Teale Hemphill, Matrix Ben Mason, Preservation Board Gary Reed, Rocky Ford Nancy Harrington, SECO News Adrian Hart, SECO News Bette McFarren, RF Gazette PROCLAMATION A. Recognizing Nurses Week and Hospital Week Mayor Ayala proclaimed the week of May 6 – 12, 2026 as “Nurses Week” and the week of May 10 – 16, 2026 as “Hospital Week.” Christina Tozzie: Thanked the Mayor and City Council members for their service to our community and the many ways they support the people of La Junta. Healthcare is deeply personal and in times of uncertainty, healing, joy and loss, our nu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY LA JUNTA, CO APRIL 23, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Chairperson) ROLL CALL (City Clerk/Deputy) Board Members Ayala Bennett Fleischacker Johnson Linder Madrid Mason Miner Saucedo CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (Chairperson) A. Regular Meeting March 26, 2026 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Treasurer) A. March 2026 REPORTS A. Plaza Building (Bennett/Mason) B. Promenade (Fleischacker) NEW BUSINESS A. Spark Grant Program (Applications) (Action) 1. Wild Roots Kava Co. 2. Mattress by Appointment 3. Ark Valley Animal Hospital 4. Copper Kitchen 5. Ruiz Arts LLC B. Director Comments 1. Vacant Lots - Bradish Avenue 2. Downtown Beautification Project C. Governing Body’s Comments ADJOURN

MINUTES REGULAR MEETING LA JUNTA URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY LA JUNTA, CO APRIL 23, 2026 4:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS 601 COLORADO AVENUE CALL TO ORDER (Chairperson) The La Junta Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners held a Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Mason. ROLL CALL (City Clerk/Deputy) Board Members Ayala Bennett Fleischacker Johnson Linder Madrid Mason Miner Saucedo Present: Joe Ayala - arrived at 4:07 p.m. Nancy Bennett Marty Fleischacker Carly Johnson Cheryl Lindner Toni Madrid Ben Mason Zach Miner Angel Saucedo Absent: None Also Present: Melanie Scofield, City Clerk/URA Director Cristian Estrada Deputy City Clerk Rena Ruiz, La Junta (Ruiz Arts) Niels Rikhof, La Junta (Carpe Construction) Eric Baca, La Junta (Copper Kitchen) Tracy Taullie, La Junta (Ark Valley Animal Hospital) Mickey & Tammy Bethel, La Junta (Mattress by Appointment) CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Niels Rikhof, La Junta (Carpe Construction): Inquired regarding a parking lot located beside the Chestnut Apartments; would like to discuss the possibility of purchasing said parking lot because it was discovered that Urban Renewal owns the parking lot. When the Chestnut Apartments are finished, it will have a total of 12 (twelve) units. The building will need parking. Four years ago, I spoke with the City Manager at the time (Rick Klein) regarding parking options. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]