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The Planning Commission meeting set for July 22, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider several financial authorizations, including a $54,432 purchase of Google Workspace licenses, a $240,000 streetlight upgrade, a $400,000 design contract for the Montrose Pavilion, and a $300,000 contribution to the Colorado Flights Alliance. It will also hold a first reading of Ordinance 2725 to allow temporary workforce housing and consider second‑reading ordinances related to the El Chapin Addition, Ponderosa Ranch subdivision, and historic property designations. Public comment will be accepted on each item before motions are considered.

• Google Workspace Enterprise software licenses purchase – $54,432
• 2026 Streetlight Upgrade and Replacement Authorization – up to $240,000
• Montrose Pavilion Phase 1 design contract with Blythe Group and Company – $400,000
• South Hillcrest Drive Sidewalk Replacement contract with Precision Dirt Work – $489,577
• Ordinance 2725 first reading to permit temporary workforce housing

City Council

The Montrose City Council held a work session with no formal actions. Council members and staff will discuss a VALE grant authorization, the annexation of Locust Road Addition, the allocation of private activity bonds for 2026, and proposed municipal code amendments for electrical‑assisted bicycles and classless electrical‑assisted vehicles.

• Victim Assistance Law Enforcement (VALE) Grant Authorization
• Locust Road Addition Annexation
• 2026 Private Activity Bond Allocation
• Municipal Code Amendments for Electrical‑Assisted Bicycles and Classless Electrical‑Assisted Vehicles

Planning Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items only: call to order, roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a workshop. No public hearings, rezonings, or other specific actions are listed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Planning Commission Workshop (no specific topic listed)

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The agenda text for the Montrose Urban Renewal Authority meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026, is presented in an encoded format that cannot be interpreted. No decisions, proposals, or discussions can be identified from the provided text.

The Authority reviewed various urban renewal projects, including site assessments and budget adjustments. Several items were discussed regarding property development and local infrastructure.

• Approved project status updates
• Approved budgetary allocations for specific sites
• Reviewed upcoming development timelines

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider approving a budget correction for DART professional services, forming a City Charter Commission, and hearing first readings for annexation and zoning ordinances. The Council will also consider designating two Main Street buildings as historic properties.

• DART budget correction: $272,620.00 for professional contract services
• Formation of a City Charter Commission
• Annexation of El Chapin Addition (Ordinance 2717)
• Zoning El Chapin Addition as R-3 (Ordinance 2718)
• Designating Lathrop Hardware (439 East Main St.) as historic property (Ordinance 2720)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including potential development support for The Hub at Montrose Crossing, the 2026 Colorado Flights Alliance contribution, and updates to Title 11 for temporary workforce housing. Other discussion items include Google Workspace expense authorization, streetlight upgrades, a pavilion design contract, and Hillcrest sidewalk replacement. No formal votes will be taken during this meeting.

• The Hub at Montrose Crossing potential development support discussion
• 2026 Colorado Flights Alliance contribution
• Update to Title 11 (Land Development Regulations) for temporary workforce housing
• 2026 Streetlight Upgrade and Replacement Recommendation
• Hillcrest Sidewalk Replacement construction contract award recommendation

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to temporarily ban fireworks and an emergency ordinance to extend the City Manager's declared local emergency.

• Resolution 2026-09: temporarily banning fireworks sales
• Emergency Ordinance 2722: extending the City Manager's emergency declaration
• Meeting location: Elks Civic Building - 107 S. Cascade Ave.
• Mayor Michael J. Badagliacco presiding

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a request to rezone a portion of Lot 39 from R-6 to B-3. The proposal involves a boundary line adjustment transferring about 1.12 acres to 1269 Spring Creek Road. The applicant is BAM Investment, LLC.

• Rezone 1.12 acres from R-6 Medium Density/Manufactured Housing to B-3 General Commercial at 1269 Spring Creek Road
• Boundary line adjustment transferring land from Outlot A and Park of Ponderosa Ranch Subdivision Filing No. 2
• Applicant: BAM Investment, LLC

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on an application to designate the E.A. Lee Garage as a historic property under city code. The commission will also discuss a draft nomination form for the proposed Tortilla Flats Historic District. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and an open public comment period.

• Public hearing on historic designation for E.A. Lee Garage (§ 11-3 of city code)
• Discussion of draft nomination form for Tortilla Flats Historic District
• Approval of minutes from May 26, 2026

City Council

The City Council will consider expenditures for the Capital Improvement Project 3 (CIP3) Sanitary Sewer Extension. The body will also review a liquor license application and a second reading of a city ordinance.

• CIP3 Sanitary Sewer Extension construction contract for $4,164,322.25 to Mountain Valley Contracting
• CIP3 survey and engineering support contract for $157,100.00 to Del-Mont Consultants
• Liquor license application for Star Cajun Seafood Boil Inc. at 44 S. Grand Avenue/116 W. Main Street
• Ordinance 2716 second reading to recodify sections of the Colorado Revised Statutes
• Fireworks Display Permit application for the annual Fourth of July fireworks

The Council approved over $4.3 million for the CIP3 Sanitary Sewer Extension Project and a new liquor license for Star Cajun Seafood Boil Inc. Additionally, Ordinance 2716 was adopted to implement a sales tax exemption on coins and precious metal bullion.

• Approved June 1 and June 2 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual Fourth of July fireworks display permit (unanimous)
• Approved new Hotel & Restaurant liquor license for Star Cajun Seafood Boil Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $4,321,422.25 for CIP3 Sanitary Sewer Extension construction (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2716 regarding sales tax exemption for coins and precious metal bullion (unanimous)

City Council

This is a work session; no formal action will be taken. The council will discuss the formation of a charter commission and the DART budget related to professional contract services. New city employees will be introduced.

• Introduction of four new employees: Sales Tax Accountant Amanda Gieske, Environmental Coordinator Gavin Lindsey, Customer Service Technician Jennifer Velasquez, and Police Officer Riley Thompson
• Discussion of DART budget related to professional contract services (30 min)
• Discussion of the formation of a charter commission (60 min)

City Council

This special meeting consists of an executive session to discuss a potential real estate transaction. No other business is scheduled. The session is permitted under Colorado law for discussing property interests.

• Executive session to discuss purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real property

The City Council held a special meeting to enter an executive session. The discussion pertained to a potential real estate transaction involving the purchase, lease, transfer, or sale of property. No substantive actions were taken in open session.

• Entered executive session to discuss potential real estate transaction (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use proposals, including a new residential subdivision and a zoning request for annexed land. The body will also consider a setback variance for a medical office and an informal sketch plan for housing.

• Horseshoe Ridge Subdivision: Proposal to subdivide 66391 Crestview Drive into 5 residential lots
• Elevated Eye Docs: Variance request to reduce Highway Corridor Overlay District front setback from 50 feet to 24 feet
• El Chapin Addition: Initial 'R-3' Medium Density District zoning request for 12.28 acres along 6600 Road
• Odelle Road Montrose Housing: Informal sketch plan review for a 10.04 acre site on Odelle Road

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Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Montrose Urban Renewal Authority is scheduled to meet on June 3, 2026. The agenda contains a large volume of procedural text and item numbers, but the document does not provide specific details on the decisions or projects to be discussed.

• Meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026
• Procedural agenda text provided
• Item numbers listed without descriptions

The board approved the March 11 meeting minutes and unanimously elected J. David Reed as chair and Ken Otto as vice chair for the coming year. Staff presented financial updates showing a $3,024,245 fund balance and reported that tax revenues rose approximately 66 percent in 2025 due to completed developments. No new contracts, zoning changes, or funding allocations were approved during this meeting.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected J. David Reed as chair for the upcoming year (unanimous)
• Elected Ken Otto as vice chair (unanimous)
• Continued using City Clerk as recording secretary

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for a roundabout and road extension. The body will also discuss the disposal of city property and a grant application for a Co-Responder Program.

• Contract award of $2,514,523.00 to Ridgway Valley Enterprises for the Rio Grande/East Oak Grove Roundabout and Phase I Rio Grande Extension Project
• Ordinance 2715 (second reading) to dispose of real property at 931 and 939 North Park Avenue
• Resolution 2026-06 to set July 7, 2026, as the hearing date for the El Chapin Addition annexation
• Resolution 2026-07 to authorize a Co-Responder Program grant filing through the Colorado Department of Health Services
• Ordinance 2716 (first reading) to amend Title 5 Chapter 15 Sections 7 and 22 regarding Colorado Revised Statutes recodification

The City Council approved a $2.5 million construction contract to complete the Rio Grande/East Oak Grove project following a previous contractor termination. Additional actions included adopting an annexation hearing date, authorizing property disposal for affordable housing, and passing a sales tax amendment.

• Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-06 setting July 7, 2026, as the El Chapin Addition annexation hearing date (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2715 on second reading to authorize property disposal at 931 and 939 North Park Avenue (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2716 on first reading to exempt precious metal bullion and coins from sales tax (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-07 to authorize a Co-Responder Program grant application (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,514,523.00 contract to Ridgway Valley Enterprises for Rio Grande/East Oak Grove project (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special meeting consisting only of procedural items: call to order, roll call, an executive session with the City Attorney for legal advice regarding potential litigation, and adjournment. No ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on potential litigation

The City Council convened for a special meeting to enter into an executive session with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during the public portion of the meeting.

• Entered executive session for legal advice regarding potential litigation (unanimous)

City Council

The Montrose City Council will hold a work session on June 1, 2026, to discuss several items, including a co-responder grant authorization, a roundabout project contract, a sanitary sewer extension contract, and possible charter amendments. No formal action will be taken on these discussion items.

• Authorization request for Colorado Department of Human Services Co-Responder Grant (Police Chief Blaine Hall)
• REOG Roundabout Project Completion Contract (City Engineer Scott Murphy)
• Capital Improvement Project 3 (CIP3) Sanitary Sewer Extension Construction Contract (City Engineer Scott Murphy)
• Discussion of Possible Charter Amendments (2 hours)

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will review two subdivision proposals: a sketch plan for six townhome lots on Lot 8 of the Maimi Business Park (739‑749 East Star Court) submitted by Forza Red, LLC, and an amended preliminary plat for five residential lots on Outlot B of the Horseshoe Ridge Subdivision (66391 Crestview Drive) submitted by Donald Walker and Teresa Walker. The commission will also approve the minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting and address any other business.

• Star Court Lot 8 Townhomes Sketch Plan – 6 conveyable townhome lots, 739‑749 East Star Court, applicant Forza Red, LLC
• Horseshoe Ridge Subdivision Amended Preliminary Plat – 5 residential lots, 66391 Crestview Drive, applicants Donald Walker and Teresa Walker
• Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Other business

Historic Preservation Commission

The Montrose Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to review an application for historic property designation of Lathrop Hardware, considering approval under city code § 11-3. The commission will also approve minutes from April 28, 2026, and take public comment on non-agenda matters.

• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2026
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3-minute limit)
• Public hearing on historic designation for Lathrop Hardware – accept comment and consider approval

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider several quasi‑judicial items, including zoning changes for 701 North Grand Avenue and Lot 13 in Court Park, and final plans for the Colorado Outdoors Amendment 3 and Star Court Lot 7 townhomes. The council will also hold a first reading on Ordinance 2715 to dispose of property at 931 and 939 North Park Avenue, and will vote on a $55,000 hotel and lodging tax grant to All Points Transit. Finally, the council will vote on awarding Goff Engineering a $141,819 contract for design work on the 6700 Road Cedar Creek Bridge replacement.

• Award $141,819 design contract to Goff Engineering for 6700 Road Cedar Creek Bridge Replacement
• Ratify $55,000 Hotel & Lodging Tax Allocation Grant to All Points Transit
• Second reading of Ordinance 2713 changing zoning of 701 North Grand Avenue to Light Industrial
• Second reading of Ordinance 2714 changing zoning of Lot 13, Court Park Filing No. 1 to Light Industrial
• First reading of Ordinance 2715 authorizing disposal of property at 931 and 939 North Park Avenue

The City Council approved multiple land use items including a planned development and townhome plat. They also ratified transit funding and awarded a contract for bridge design studies.

• Approved May 4 and May 5 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Colorado Outdoors Amendment 3 Final Planned Development Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2713 to rezone 701 N. Grand Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2714 to rezone Lot 13, Court Park Filing No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Star Court Lot 7 Townhomes Final Plat (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2715 on first reading regarding property disposal (unanimous)
• Ratified $55,000.00 Hotel and Lodging Tax Allocation Grant to All Points Transit (4-1)
• Awarded $141,819.00 contract to Goff Engineering for bridge design (unanimous)

City Council

The Montrose City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Fourth of July fireworks permit, the annexation of the El Chapin Addition, and a potential sales tax exemption for precious metals. The meeting will also include the introduction of new city employees and a ratification of a hotel and lodging tax grant.

• Introduction of new employees: Eric Walworth, Kira Gouveia, and Justin Matthews
• Discussion: Fourth of July Fireworks Permit
• Discussion: El Chapin Addition Annexation
• Discussion: Ratification of Hotel & Lodging Tax Allocation Grant for All Points Transit
• Discussion: Potential Sales and Use Tax Exemption on Precious Metal Bullion and Coins

Planning Commission

The May 13, 2026 meeting of the Montrose Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on May 27, 2026.

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The board will elect officers for the coming term and receive updates on tax increment financing expenditures and the Colorado Outdoors project. No formal action is expected on public comments. Minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting will be considered for approval.

• Election of officers for the board
• TIF expenditure and revenue update
• Colorado Outdoors project update
• Consideration of minutes from March 11, 2026
• ICMA Tax Increment Finance webinar series

City Council

City Council will discuss several zoning changes and land use plans. The body is also considering funding for a veterans memorial and a large equipment purchase.

• Authorization of $1,591,861.58 for heavy equipment purchases
• Authorization of $600,000.00 for Montrose Veterans Memorial Plaza construction with Stryker and Company
• Ordinance 2713: Rezoning 701 North Grand Avenue from R-3 to I-1
• Ordinance 2714: Rezoning Lot 13, Court Park Filing No. 1 from B-3 to I-1
• New Tavern liquor license application for 439 E. Main Street (The Rye & The Rose)

The council approved a new tavern liquor license for The Rye & The Rose at 439 E. Main St. It also approved zoning changes for 701 N. Grand Ave and Lot 13, Court Park, and approved the Star Court Lot 7 townhomes preliminary plat. Additionally, the council authorized $600,000 for the Veterans Memorial Plaza and $1,591,861.58 for heavy equipment purchases, with all motions passing unanimously.

• Approved new tavern liquor license for The Rye & The Rose (439 E. Main St) – all yes
• Approved Colorado Outdoors Amendment 3 Preliminary Planned Development Plan – all yes
• Passed Ordinance 2713 (R‑3 to I‑1 zoning at 701 N. Grand Ave) – all yes
• Passed Ordinance 2714 (B‑3 to I‑1 zoning at Lot 13, Court Park) – all yes
• Approved Star Court Lot 7 Townhomes Preliminary Plat – all yes
• Authorized $600,000 for Veterans Memorial Plaza construction – all present yes (Councilor J. D. Reed recused)
• Authorized $1,591,861.58 for heavy equipment purchases – all yes

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session. The session is dedicated to discussing the purchase, acquisition, lease, transfer, or sale of real, personal, or other property interests.

• Executive session regarding potential transfer of City-owned property

The council voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss a personnel matter involving a potential transfer of city‑owned property. Later, a motion was made to adjourn the meeting with no further action taken; the minutes do not record a vote outcome for that motion.

• Enter executive session for personnel matter – approved (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting – motion made, outcome not recorded

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several infrastructure and public safety topics. No formal action is expected, as this is a discussion-only meeting. Key items include the Cedar Creek Bridge replacement design contract, the 2026 water resource outlook, and first-quarter crime statistics.

• Discussion of 6700/Cedar Creek Bridge Replacement Design Contract with City Engineer Scott Murphy
• 2026 Water Resource Outlook presentation
• Project 7 Water Treatment Plant Resiliency Project update
• First Quarter Crime Statistics report from Deputy Police Chief Tim Cox

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. They will hear public comments on any matters not on the agenda. The main agenda item is a public hearing to consider the historic designation application for the Frasier & Garrett Furniture property. The commission may accept comments and decide whether to approve the designation.

• Approve minutes dated March 24, 2026
• Public comment period (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• Historic designation hearing for Frasier & Garrett Furniture property
• Adjournment

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will review a preliminary plat for six townhome lots at Star Court and consider amendments to the Colorado Outdoors Planned Development, including two rezones from residential and commercial to Light Industrial. A decision or recommendation may follow public comment.

• Star Court Lot 7 Townhomes Preliminary Plat – subdividing a building under construction into 6 individually conveyable townhome lots at 738-748 East Star Court (applicant: Forza Red, LLC).
• Colorado Outdoors Planned Development Plan Amendment 3 – adding Lot 14 of Court Park Subdivision (Merchant Drive) and 701 North Grand Avenue to the existing PD plan (applicants: Developers Specialty Services, LLC and Black Mountain Capital, LLC).
• Rezone 1 – request to rezone 1.12 acres at 701 North Grand Avenue from R-3 (Medium Density) to I-1 (Light Industrial) (applicant: Development Specialty Services, LLC).
• Rezone 2 – request to rezone 0.88 acres on Lot 13 of Court Park Subdivision from B-3 (General Commercial) to I-1 (Light Industrial) (applicant: Black Mountain Capital, LLC).

City Council

The Montrose City Council will select a mayor and mayor‑pro‑tem for the 2026‑2027 term. It will consider second‑reading votes on three ordinances affecting right‑of‑way, annexation and zoning of Matteo's Addition. The council will also review a $2,600,000 street‑maintenance contract and a $59,147.40 purchase of an Axon Taser 10 bundle for the police department.

• Selection of mayor and mayor‑pro‑tem for 2026‑2027 term (Item 14)
• Ordinance 2710 – second reading to vacate portions of right of way (Item 16)
• Ordinance 2711 – second reading to annex Matteo's Addition (Item 17)
• Award of $2,600,000 contract to Oldcastle SW Group, Inc. for street maintenance (Item 20)
• Purchase of Axon Taser 10 Certification Bundle for $59,147.40 by Police Department (Item 24)

The council approved the minutes from the April 6 meeting. Michael Badagliacco was elected mayor and Ed Ulibarri was elected mayor pro tem by acclamation. Ordinances 2710, 2711, and 2712 were adopted on second reading. The council awarded a $2.6 million street‑maintenance contract and authorized $240,000 for sidewalk improvements.

• Approved April 6, 2026 meeting minutes (all yes)
• Michael Badagliacco elected mayor by acclamation
• Ed Ulibarri elected mayor pro tem by acclamation
• Adopted Ordinance 2710 (right‑of‑way cleanup) on second reading (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2711 (annexation of Matteo’s Addition) on second reading (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2712 (zoning of Matteo’s Addition) on second reading (all yes)
• Awarded $2,600,000 contract to Oldcastle SW Group for street maintenance (all yes)
• Authorized $240,000 for sidewalk improvements and trip‑hazard mitigation (all yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss expense authorization and a sole source contract for the Veterans Memorial Project. The body will also review recommendations for equipment purchases.

• Veterans Memorial Project expense authorization and sole source contract request
• Equipment purchase recommendations

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will consider two planned development proposals. The first is an amendment to the Colorado Outdoors Planned Development Plan that adds Lot 14 of the Court Park Subdivision on Merchant Drive and 701 North Grand Avenue, submitted by Developers Specialty Services, LLC and Black Mountain Capital, LLC. The second is the Bluff Harbor 2 planned development, proposing 14 additional units on Lot 1 of the Rasmussen Minor Subdivision (11900 6300 Road) by Plateau Architectural Stone, LLC. The commission will also approve the minutes from the March 25, 2026 meeting and address any other business.

• Colorado Outdoors Planned Development Plan Amendment 3 – adds Lot 14 on Merchant Drive and 701 North Grand Avenue; applicants Developers Specialty Services, LLC and Black Mountain Capital, LLC
• Bluff Harbor 2 Planned Development Sketch Plan – proposes 14 new units on Lot 1 of Rasmussen Minor Subdivision (11900 6300 Road); applicant Plateau Architectural Stone, LLC
• Approval of minutes from the March 25, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Other business
• Motion to adjourn

City Council

City Council will hold a work session to discuss several infrastructure projects and equipment purchases. The meeting focuses on street maintenance, sidewalk improvements, and police department gear.

• Moving Montrose Forward 2026 Contracted Street Maintenance contract award
• 2026 MoveMo Sidewalk Improvements expense authorization
• Miami Road AC Waterline Replacement Project
• 2026 Pavement Marking contract extension recommendation
• Montrose Police Department Axon Taser 10 purchase recommendation

City Council

The Montrose City Council will approve the minutes from March meetings and consider a veterans memorial agreement. It will award the 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract to Green and Bearit for up to $140,000 and approve a lease for the building at 703 S. 9th Street. Several zoning ordinances and the annexation of Matteo's Addition will also be heard.

• Award 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract to Green and Bearit for up to $140,000
• Approve lease of city building at 703 S. 9th Street to Access Early Education Foundation
• Adopt Ordinance 2708 changing Elder Homestead and East Pavilion Complex to R-3A zoning
• Consider Resolution 2026-05 and Ordinance 2711 for annexation of Matteo's Addition
• Approve memorandum of agreement with Yeager Family Enterprises for redevelopment and right‑of‑way swap near Cascade Ave and Weldon Dr

The council voted to award the 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract to Green and Bearit of Montrose for a not‑to‑exceed amount of $140,000. The Second Memorandum of Agreement for the Montrose Veterans Memorial was approved, allowing the project to proceed. The lease agreement for the city‑owned building at 703 S. 9th Street with Access Early Education Foundation was also approved.

• Approved 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract to Green and Bearit ($140,000) (all yes)
• Approved Second Memorandum of Agreement for Montrose Veterans Memorial (all yes)
• Approved Colorado Commercial Lease Agreement for 703 S. 9th Street with Access Early Education Foundation (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2708 (rezone Elder Homestead open space to R‑3A) (all yes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2709 (rezone Lot 3R McCall Boundary Line to R‑2) (all yes)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑05 for Matteo’s Addition annexation (all yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2711 (Matteo’s Addition annexation first reading) (all yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2712 (Matteo’s Addition zoning R‑2 first reading) (all yes)

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will consider three development proposals. It will review a sketch plan to subdivide Lot 7 of the Miami Business Park into six townhome lots at 738-748 E Star Ct, submitted by Forza Red, LLC. It will hold a zoning hearing for the Matteo Addition, proposing an R‑2 low‑density district on about 1.23 acres at 67135 N Road, submitted by Nolberto Chavarria. It will also consider an amendment to the Bear Creek Subdivision to create 119 residential lots on Outlot 9B at the southeast corner of Lincoln Road and 6530 Road, submitted by Bear Creek Land & Development, LLC.

• Review of E Star Ct Lot 7 subdivision sketch plan (6 townhome lots) – applicant Forza Red, LLC
• Zoning hearing for Matteo Addition – proposed R‑2 low‑density district on ~1.23 acres at 67135 N Road, applicant Nolberto Chavarria
• Amendment of Bear Creek Subdivision – 119 residential lots on Outlot 9B at Lincoln Road and 6530 Road, applicant Bear Creek Land & Development, LLC
• Approval of minutes from the March 11, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Other business

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It also unanimously recommended approval of the initial R‑2 low‑density zoning for the Matteo Addition. Finally, the commission unanimously recommended that City Council approve the Bear Creek Subdivision preliminary plat, subject to staff‑verified conditions.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of R‑2 zoning for Matteo Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Bear Creek Subdivision preliminary plat with conditions (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from its January 27, 2026 meeting. It will hold a public comment period for residents to speak on any topic. Commissioners will elect a chairperson, vice‑chairperson, and secretary. The meeting will also include a general discussion of commission business before adjourning.

• Approve minutes dated January 27, 2026
• Public comment (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• Election of chairperson
• Election of vice‑chairperson
• Election of secretary

City Council

The council will approve minutes from the March 2 and March 3 meetings and consider several ordinances, including updates to the traffic code, development review procedures, and zoning designations. It will also hear public comment on the amended preliminary plat for The Bridges at Black Canyon. A key item is the authorization of $347,267.19 for City Hall roof reconditioning, with a $310,059.99 contract to Garland DBS Incorporated.

• Ordinance 2705 – second reading: updates to traffic code and penalty provisions
• Ordinance 2706 – second reading: adds definition and supplementary use for an unhoused shelter
• Ordinance 2708 – first reading: changes Elder Homestead and East Pavilion open space to R-3A district
• The Bridges at Black Canyon Filing No. 11 – amended preliminary plat approval (conditioned)
• City Hall roof contract: authorize $347,267.19, contract $310,059.99 with Garland DBS Inc.

City Council

City Council

The Montrose City Council will introduce several new employees. It will receive an update on the Montrose Veterans Memorial Project and a Memorandum of Agreement. The council will consider a recommendation to award the 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract. Additional items include discussion of the High Mesa Craftsmen subdivision redevelopment and right‑of‑way swap, and review of the lease agreement for 703 S. 9th.

• Montrose Veterans Memorial Project update and MOA – presented by Scott Stryker (Stryker and Company) and Lance Bach (Veterans Coalition), staff Public Works Director Jim Scheid
• Recommendation to award the 2026 Parks Maintenance Contract – staff Public Works Director Jim Scheid and Parks Superintendent Jon Waschbusch
• High Mesa Craftsmen Minor Subdivision Redevelopment and Right‑of‑Way Swap – staff City Engineer Scott Murphy
• Lease Agreement for 703 S. 9th – staff Community Development Director Jace Hochwalt

General

Montrose Urban Renewal Authority

The Board of Commissioners will receive an update on Tax Increment Finance (TIF) expenditures and revenue. The meeting also includes a webinar series on TIF and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• TIF expenditure and revenue update presented by City Engineer Scott Murphy
• ICMA Tax Increment Finance Webinar Series – Part 1

The provided minutes consist of numeric codes and do not contain any readable decisions, approvals, or actions. Consequently, no specific actions were identified as decided, approved, denied, or tabled. The record does not allow extraction of concrete outcomes.

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will review two subdivision sketch plans and plats. The body is considering the division of lots into townhomes and residential properties.

• Review of E Star Ct Lot 7 subdivision into 6 townhome lots by Forza Red, LLC
• Review of The Bridges at Black Canyon Filing No. 11 amended preliminary plat for 14 residential lots off E Oak Grove Rd

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 11 and February 25 meetings. It voted unanimously to recommend to City Council a conditional approval of the amended preliminary plat for The Bridges at Black Canyon subdivision, requiring staff to verify all policies and address concerns before a final plat is executed. The commission postponed the E Star Ct Lot 7 subdivision sketch plan to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 11, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended conditional approval of The Bridges at Black Canyon Filing No. 11 Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Postponed E Star Ct Lot 7 Subdivision Sketch Plan to a future meeting

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider approving a $63,000 fireworks purchase, awarding a $2.1 million road contract, and holding first readings on several ordinances including zoning changes and traffic code updates.

• Purchase of fireworks from Zambelli Fireworks for $63,000
• Award of Moving Montrose Forward 2026 Surface Treatment contract to A-1 Chipseal Co. for $2,134,909.44
• First reading of Ordinance 2706 updating zoning and unhoused shelter definitions
• First reading of Ordinance 2707 adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Second reading of Ordinance 2704 designating the Montrose Post Office as a historic property

The council approved a $2,134,909.44 contract with A-1 Chipseal Co. for the Moving Montrose Forward 2026 Surface Treatment Project. It also passed Ordinance 2706 defining unhoused shelters, Ordinance 2707 adopting the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, and several sole‑source purchases for fireworks, trash containers, and crack‑seal material. Additional actions included appointing a Planning Commission alternate and approving disposal of city vehicles.

• Awarded $2,134,909.44 surface treatment contract to A-1 Chipseal Co. (all voted yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2706 on first reading to define and regulate unhoused shelters (all voted yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2707 on first reading adopting the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (all voted yes)
• Approved $63,000 sole‑source purchase of Fourth of July fireworks from Zambelli Fireworks (all voted yes)
• Approved $72,460 purchase of 150 trash containers from Snyder Refuse (all voted yes)
• Approved $80,000 purchase of crack‑seal material from DISSCO (all voted yes)
• Approved appointment of Beth McCorkle as alternate Planning Commission member (all voted yes)
• Approved disposal of city‑owned vehicles and equipment slated for replacement in 2026 (all voted yes)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a contract recommendation for the City Hall roof. Members will also receive an update and hold a discussion regarding the Unhoused Roundtable.

• City Hall Roof Contract Award Recommendation
• Unhoused Roundtable Update & Discussion

City Council

The City Council will convene for a special meeting to conduct an executive session regarding personnel matters, specifically the evaluation of the City Manager and City Attorney. The session is scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Executive session for City Manager and City Attorney evaluations
• Meeting held at Elks Civic Building - 107 S. Cascade Ave.
• Call to order by Mayor Dave Frank

The council entered an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, and the motion passed unanimously. The council then approved a $10,000 salary increase and a $10,000 bonus for the City Manager. It also approved a $15,000 salary increase and a $5,000 bonus for the City Attorney. All motions received unanimous approval.

• Entered executive session for personnel matter (unanimous)
• Approved City Manager salary increase of $10,000 and bonus of $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved City Attorney salary increase of $15,000 and bonus of $5,000 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider two zoning requests: a replat and rezone for a 0.07-acre property on Miami Road and a rezone for 4.14 acres of open space to allow medium-high density residential development.

• Approval of February 11, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
• MCCALL REPLAT REZONE: 0.07 acres at 2221 Miami Road from R-3A to R-2
• VOA REZONE: 4.14 acres at Elder Homestead and East Pavilion Open Space from P to R-3A

Historic Preservation Commission

The scheduled Historic Preservation Commission meeting for February 24, 2026 was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next Planning Commission meeting is set for March 24, 2026.

City Council

The Montrose City Council will meet to approve minutes, consider two first-read ordinances, authorize sidewalk and drainage expenditures, and extend a fire hydrant painting contract.

• Approval of February 3, 2026, City Council minutes
• Ordinance 2703: First reading to make Municipal Court a court of record
• Ordinance 2704: First reading to designate 25-27 N. Cascade Ave. as a historic property
• Authorization of $48,335.00 for Black Canyon Flats Ogden Road sidewalk construction
• Ratification of $99,950.00 for Bear Creek emergency drainage maintenance

The council approved the minutes from the February 3 meeting and passed the first readings of Ordinance 2703 and Ordinance 2704. It authorized $48,335 for sidewalk construction at the Black Canyon Flats affordable housing project and ratified $99,950 for emergency drainage work in Bear Creek Subdivision. The council also extended a contract with WBS Coatings, Inc. to paint up to 180 fire hydrants for up to $100,000.

• Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (all voted yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2703 first reading to make Municipal Court a court of record (all voted yes)
• Passed Ordinance 2704 first reading to designate 25-27 North Cascade Avenue as a historic property (all voted yes)
• Approved $48,335 sidewalk expense for Black Canyon Flats Ogden Road frontage (all voted yes)
• Ratified $99,950 emergency drainage expenditure in Bear Creek Subdivision (all voted yes)
• Approved extension of fire hydrant painting contract with WBS Coatings, Inc. up to $100,000 (all voted yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several procurement recommendations and city updates. The body will review a proposed annexation for Matteo's Addition and updates to the municipal code regarding fire prevention and a Colorado Supreme Court decision.

• Matteo's Addition Annexation
• Moving Montrose Forward Surface Treatment Contract Award
• Update to Title 7 of the Montrose Municipal Code regarding Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Proposed ordinance changes based on People of City of Westminster v Camp
• 2026 Vehicle and Equipment Disposal List

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to receive legal advice from the City Attorney. The discussion will cover the 2026 legislative cycle, emergency work reimbursement, and COAC funds.

• Executive session regarding 2026 legislative cycle
• Discussion of possible reimbursement for emergency work
• Discussion of COAC funds

The council entered an executive session to receive legal advice on the 2026 legislative cycle, emergency work reimbursement, and COAC funds, with all members voting yes. Afterwards, the council adjourned the special meeting with no further action taken.

• Entered executive session for legal advice (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting with no further action (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Montrose Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the Dec. 10, 2025 meeting, elect a chairperson and vice‑chairperson, and discuss the Brown Ranch Amended Preliminary Plat 5, a proposed subdivision of 120 residential lots at the end of Otter Road and Mahogany Drive. The applicant is Sunshine of Montrose, Inc. The meeting will also include any other business before adjourning.

• Approve minutes of the December 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Elections for chairperson and vice‑chairperson of the Planning Commission
• Review Brown Ranch Amended Preliminary Plat 5 – 120 residential lots on Outlot C at Otter Road and Mahogany Drive (applicant: Sunshine of Montrose, Inc.)
• Other business as raised by commission members
• Set next meeting for February 25, 2026

City Council

The Montrose City Council will vote on authorizing vehicle and equipment purchases totaling $1,397,812.92. It will approve the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meetings. Public hearings will be held for two Community Development Block Grant projects: the Sunshine Peaks Apartment acquisition and the Volunteers of America Rendezvous facility acquisition. The council will also consider a motion to vacation easements on the Renfrow Boundary Line Adjustment.

• Authorize vehicle and equipment purchases totaling $1,397,812.92
• Sunshine Peaks Apartment acquisition CDBG programmatic closeout hearing (application #32869)
• Volunteers of America Rendezvous facility acquisition CDBG programmatic closeout hearing (application #31359)
• Vacation of easements on the Renfrow Boundary Line Adjustment
• Approve minutes from the January 20, 2026 special and regular council meetings

The council unanimously approved the $1,397,812.92 vehicle and equipment purchase authorization for 2026. It also unanimously approved the vacation of easements on the Renfrow Boundary Line Adjustment affecting properties at 2400 and 2500 Columbine Lane. Both actions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved minutes of Jan 19 & Jan 20 meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,397,812.92 vehicle and equipment purchases (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of easements on Renfrow Boundary Line Adjustment (unanimous)

City Council

The Montrose City Council work session will discuss several items. Council members will ratify Bear Creek emergency drainage maintenance expenditures and authorize expenses for the Ogden Road sidewalk extension. They will also close out two Community Development Block Grant programs and consider an update to Title 11 of the municipal code that addresses shelter uses for unhoused individuals. Finally, the council will review an extension of the fire hydrant painting contract.

• Ratify Bear Creek Emergency Drainage Maintenance expenditures
• Authorize expense for Ogden Road sidewalk extension
• Programmatic closeout of Volunteers of America Rendezvous and Sunshine Peak CDBG grants
• Update Title 11 of Montrose Municipal Code for unhoused shelter uses
• Extend fire hydrant painting contract

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 2025 and hold a public hearing to consider designating 25-27 N Cascade Ave as a historic property.

• Approval of October 28, 2025 minutes
• Public Hearing: Historic Designation for 25-27 N Cascade Ave
• Public Comment on non-agenda items (3-minute limit)

City Council

The Montrose City Council will meet on Jan. 20, 2026. After the work session, the council will hold an executive session with the city attorney to obtain legal advice under C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) regarding a recent Supreme Court decision. No other agenda items are listed.

• Call to order by Mayor Dave Frank
• Roll call by the City Clerk
• Executive session with city attorney for legal advice on recent Supreme Court decision

A special meeting of the Montrose City Council was held on January 19, 2026. The council entered an executive session after a unanimous motion. The meeting reconvened and adjourned with no further action taken.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (no further action)

City Council

The Montrose City Council work session will introduce several new part‑time staff members. Council members will discuss a grant application with the Mexican American Development Association, a boundary line easement vacation, a fleet purchase recommendation, an amendment to the 2026 fee schedule, and the request to act as fiscal agent for the Region 14 Opioid Abatement Council. The meeting will conclude with general council discussion and staff comments.

• Rural Economic Development Initiative Grant Application request with Mexican American Development Association
• Renfrow Boundary Line Adjustment Easement Vacation
• Fleet Purchase Recommendation
• Amended 2026 Fee Schedule Resolution
• City of Montrose as Fiscal Agent for Region 14 Opioid Abatement Council

City Council

The Montrose City Council will vote on several utility and development items, including a $31,158,728 amendment to the wastewater treatment plant contract with Burns & McDonnell/Moltz. Other actions include a $500,000 contract for interior coating of the Sunset Mesa Tank, adoption of resolutions for grant applications, and approval of final plats for new residential lots.

• Ordinance 2702 – second reading authorizing utility revenue bonds for wastewater plant improvements
• Contract Amendment No. 2 with Burns & McDonnell/Moltz for $31,158,728 to improve the wastewater treatment plant
• Contract award to WBS Coatings for $500,000 to recoat the interior of the Sunset Mesa Tank
• Resolution 2026‑02 to file a EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant application for up to $4,000,000
• Final plat approvals for The Bridges at Black Canyon (12 lots) and Painted Wall Subdivision (2 lots)

The council approved Ordinance 2702 authorizing utility revenue bonds to fund $31 million wastewater treatment plant improvements, a $31,158,728 contract amendment for the plant, and a $500,000 contract to recoat the Sunset Mesa Tank. It also adopted a minor urban‑renewal plan amendment, fee schedule changes, and grant applications for EPA brownfield cleanup (up to $4 million) and a REDI project ($150,000). The final plat for The Bridges at Black Canyon creating 12 residential lots was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 2702 bond issuance for wastewater plant, East Montrose Sewer Interceptor and public works facility (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Amendment No. 2 with Burns & McDonnell/Moltz for $31,158,728 to construct wastewater plant improvements (unanimous)
• Approved contract award to WBS Coatings for $500,000 to recoat Sunset Mesa Tank interior (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑01 modifying the Urban Renewal Plan by adding 1.86 acres (unanimous)
• Adopted Amended Resolution 2025‑18 adjusting landscape meter water rates and fire system connection fee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑02 authorizing filing of EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant application up to $4,000,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑03 authorizing filing of REDI grant application up to $150,000 (unanimous)
• Approved The Bridges at Black Canyon Filing No. 10 Final Plat creating 12 residential lots (unanimous)

Planning Commission

City Council

The Montrose City Council will consider approving a $3.9 million construction contract for a roundabout and road extension, as well as adopting ordinances to annex the Haynes Addition and zone it for medium-density housing. The meeting also includes a public hearing on utility revenue bonds for wastewater plant improvements.

• Construction contract award for Rio Grande/East Oak Grove Roundabout ($3,696,370.59)
• Ordinance 2700: Second reading to annex the Haynes Addition
• Ordinance 2701: Second reading to zone Haynes Addition as R-6
• Ordinance 2702: First reading for utility revenue bonds for wastewater plant improvements
• Approval of 2026 Annual Annexation Report and 3-Mile Plan

City Council

The Montrose City Council will discuss several items, including a resolution to modify the Colorado Outdoors Urban Renewal Plan, a proposal to make the municipal court a court of record, and the 2026 annexation report. The primary decision is a contract amendment authorizing construction improvements at the wastewater treatment plant. Additional topics are a tank interior coating repair and a grant application for EPA brownfield cleanup.

• Resolution to modify the Colorado Outdoors Urban Renewal Plan
• Proposal to designate Montrose Municipal Court as a court of record
• Contract Amendment #2 authorizing construction improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Sunset Mesa Tank interior coating repair
• EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant application request