Pueblo County, Colorado

City Council Regular Meeting

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

City Council Work Session

Pueblo Commission on Energy

City Council Regular Meeting

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

City Council Work Session

Civil Service Commission

City Council Regular Meeting

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for information and discussion; no official action is taken at these meetings. The session includes presentations on the 2027 budget, ballot measures, and CDOT requirements for Pueblo Blvd.

• CDOT Pueblo Blvd. requirements presentation
• Ballot measures presentation
• 2027 budget introduction
• Executive session regarding a potential economic development project in St. Charles Industrial Park
• Executive session regarding land sale and acquisition at Northern & Orman

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority will discuss several license matters, including a transfer of ownership for Flame Liquor and a new beer and wine license for Chipotle Mexican Grill. The primary item is a hearing on a new hotel and restaurant liquor license for RARE Hospitality International's Longhorn Steakhouse at 5770 N. Elizabeth Street. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as a special event permit for St. Leander Catholic Parish and trade name changes for two Mini Mart locations.

• Special event liquor permit for St. Leander Catholic Parish, 1402 E. 7th (Aug 8‑9, 2026)
• Trade name change for Loaf n Jug #750037 to Cumberland Farms at 3980 Ivywood Ln.
• Trade name change for Loaf n Jug #750014 to Cumberland Farms at 1201 S. Pueblo Blvd.
• Transfer of ownership for Flame Liquor retail license to Samir Investments LLC, 2225 Lake Ave.
• New hotel and restaurant liquor license hearing for Longhorn Steakhouse, 5770 N. Elizabeth St.

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo Civil Service Commission will consider several appeals from applicants regarding exam eligibility and removal from eligible lists, certify new eligible lists for Housing Redevelopment Program Manager and Police Patrol Officer positions, and decide on a Police Department request to reinstate physical agility testing for entry-level police officers. The meeting also includes consent items such as ratifying appeal decision letters and status reports on current recruitments.

• Police Department request to reinstate physical agility testing for entry-level police patrol officers (Commission action: approve or deny)
• Appeals from Christopher Ashcraft (Police Patrol Officer entry level application rejection), Martina Gilmore (Office Assistant eligible list removal), and Justin Rohrer (Police Patrol Officer eligible list removal)
• Certification of eligible lists for Housing Redevelopment Program Manager, Police Patrol Officer Entry 2606, and Police Patrol Officer POST 2606
• Ratification of appeal decision letters for Fire Captain, Fire Engineer, and Police Patrol Officer exam content or application rejections
• Ratification of removals from eligible lists for multiple positions including Assistant WWTP Superintendent, Court Technician, Emergency Services Dispatcher, Fire Engineer, Office Assistant, and Police Patrol Officer

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on multiple construction contracts, including a $412,573.65 stormwater improvement at Pikes Peak Park and several emergency sewer repairs. It will also consider several ordinances, notably a $15,687,944 U.S. Department of Transportation grant for transit projects and an ordinance calling a special municipal election for November 3, 2026. Additional items include permits for Colorado State Fair events and appointments to regional boards.

• Resolution awarding $412,573.65 contract to Russ Grading & Excavating for stormwater improvements at Pikes Peak Park
• Resolution ratifying emergency sewer repair contracts ranging from $12,004.95 to $12,893.22
• Ordinance approving $15,687,944 federal transit grant for project BC2601
• Ordinance calling a special municipal election on November 3, 2026
• Ordinance authorizing revocable permits for Colorado State Fair Band Day parade and demolition derby on Small Avenue

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting to receive presentations and discuss various city updates. No official action will be taken during this session. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss legal strategies and negotiations.

• Pueblo Food Project's Food Action Plan presentation
• Boys & Girls Club non-departmental request
• RFQ data for economic development partner
• Executive session regarding CIRSA settlement negotiations
• Executive session regarding Pedco v. City of Pueblo (Case No. 26CV30238)

Pueblo Commission on Energy

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee work session scheduled for June 29, 2026 was cancelled. No official actions, discussions, or public comments will take place at this meeting.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority will meet to approve minutes from May 22, 2026, and consider routine consent agenda items including special event permits for Holy Family Church and the Senior Resource Development Center Agency. The meeting will also address a transfer of ownership for a retail liquor license and a special event application for Pueblo Friends of the Arkansas River.

• Approval of May 22, 2026, minutes
• Special Event Application - Holy Family Church (2827 Lakeview Ave)
• Special Event Application - Senior Resource Development Center Agency (230 N. Union Ave)
• Transfer of Ownership - Samir Investments LLC (2225 Lake Ave)
• Special Event Application - Pueblo Friends of the Arkansas River (2727 N. Elizabeth Street)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda with routine contracts, permits, and fee schedules, and hear first-presentation ordinances including $19.6 million in transit grants for bus replacements and expansion. The regular agenda includes a resolution supporting the Front Range Passenger Rail District and quasi-judicial hearings on three rezonings. Final presentation ordinances on energy codes are also scheduled.

• $15.7M federal transit grant for bus replacements and expansion (Ordinance N1)
• $2.9M state grant for twelve bus replacements (Ordinance N2)
• Approval of Behm-Hill Ranch Subdivision special area plan (Ordinances N6-N7)
• Rezoning 105 Lehigh Ave from R-4 to B-1 Neighborhood Business (Ordinance N8)
• Resolution supporting Front Range Passenger Rail station development (Resolution Q1)

Civil Service Commission

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Front Range Passenger Rail station area, an energy performance contract, and housing priorities. The session includes a presentation on the Council Code of Ethics and a legal executive session regarding outside counsel.

• Front Range Passenger Rail Station Area Summary presentation
• Energy Performance Contract presentation
• CSAC Priority Discussion
• Council Code of Ethics presentation
• Executive Session for legal advice on outside counsel

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The meeting of the Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Board scheduled for June 12, 2026, has been canceled.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on first-reading ordinances including a $1.8 million economic development agreement with the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum, adoption of new energy codes, and rezoning of several properties. The regular agenda also includes resolutions for a $759,970 manhole rehabilitation contract and $7,500 in sponsorship payments. Final-reading items include amendments to trail and roundabout project funding and a noise ordinance update.

• Ordinance N4: $1,817,044 Economic Development Agreement for Leonardo Da Vinci Museum
• Ordinance N1 and N2: Adoption of Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code and 2021 International Energy Conservation Code
• Ordinance N9: Rezone 4.7 acres at 3210 W. 31st St from Agricultural to Multiple Residential and Office
• Ordinance N7: $444,857 ice arena roof repair contract with L.E. Roofing, LLC
• Resolution M1: $391,098.90 construction contract for model aircraft runway facility

The City Council approved an economic development agreement for the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum of North America. Other actions included approving construction contracts, board reappointments, and several municipal ordinances.

• Approved agenda amendment (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved economic development agreement for Leonardo Da Vinci Museum ($1,817,044) (6-1)
• Approved construction contract for aircraft runway facility ($391,098.90) (7-0)
• Approved amendment for fire station remodeling services ($30,575) (7-0)
• Approved emergency sewer repair contract ($6,831.00) (7-0)
• Approved manhole rehabilitation project contract ($759,970.00) (7-0)
• Approved Mariposa Center for Safety sponsorship payment ($1,700) (6-1)

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Commission on Energy will discuss follow-ups regarding carbon capture, the Just Transitions Program, and the BHE Demand Side Management Program. The body will also coordinate a public forum and review information on the City EV program.

• BHE Demand Side Management Program communications
• Carbon capture technologies follow-up
• Just Transitions Program follow-up
• NextEra and CML meeting requests
• 3 Corners Project information request

City Council Work Session

This is an informal work session where City Council receives presentations and discusses items without taking official action. Presentations include city updates, a board and commission update, a voluntary sellback program, and a joint work session with the Board of County Commissioners on CSAC. The council will then hold a closed executive session to receive legal advice and discuss negotiation strategies regarding an economic development project (Project Falcon), Pope Block Building leases, and the City of Pueblo v. API, Inc. litigation.

• Presentation on voluntary sellback program by Mayor Heather Graham and HR Director Bella Trujillo
• Joint work session with County Commissioners on CSAC (30-minute presentation)
• Executive session for legal advice on economic development project 'Project Falcon'
• Executive session for legal advice on Pope Block Building leases
• Executive session for litigation update on City of Pueblo v. API, Inc.

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing on the City of Pueblo's FY 2026 Annual Action Plan for federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds. The consent agenda includes several resolutions and ordinances, such as approvals for special event permits, appointments to boards, and professional service agreements. The regular agenda features a rezoning, a subdivision approval, and final votes on ordinances related to bikepath vehicle restrictions, airport grants, the West Side Connector project, and a donation for Vinewood Skate Park. Notable funding items include a $215,000 contribution for a Fallen Officer Memorial and a $719,230 contract for drainage improvements.

• Public hearing on FY 2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG/HOME funds from HUD
• Rezoning Lot 10, Block 5, Shulls Subdivision from O-1 to R-2 (single-family residential)
• Conditional waiver of up to $236,170 in wastewater connection fees for Phase II of Pueblo Springs Apartments
• $215,000 contribution for Fallen Officer Memorial, with transfers from police wages and ARPA interest
• Amendment No. 3 for $719,230 for State Fair and Bessemer Neighborhood Drainage Improvements design and analysis

The City Council approved several ordinances regarding rezoning, municipal code amendments, and grant acceptances. Decisions included approving the Pelleccia Subdivision and a rezoning for Shulls Subdivision, alongside various infrastructure and staffing updates.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $719,230 drainage improvement resolution (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of Shulls Subdivision lot to single-family residential (7-0)
• Approved Pelleccia Subdivision (7-0)
• Approved motorized vehicle rules on bikepaths ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $20,359 taxiway sealcoat project grant (7-0)
• Approved West Side Connector Project agreement amendment (7-0)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority will meet to approve minutes from the previous month and consider routine modifications to liquor licenses, including manager changes, address updates, and a corporate structure transfer. The meeting will also address a temporary modification for the Pueblo Convention Center.

• Approval of April 24, 2026, meeting minutes
• Manager change for Twenty-One Steak (101 S. Main St)
• Manager change for 7-Eleven #13111S (2727 S. Prairie Ave)
• Address change for Amenity Barber (107 N. Union Ave)
• Corporate structure change for Pueblo Country Club (3200 8th Ave)

Civil Service Commission

City Council Work Session

This is an informal City Council work session where no official votes are taken. Presentations include city updates, a lobbyist wrap-up, a Fountain Creek Watershed District update, and a budget accounting terminology briefing. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss the potential sale of a lot within the Airport Industrial Park and to develop negotiation strategies.

• Presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain on city updates
• Lobbyist wrap-up report by Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• Fountain Creek Watershed District update by Executive Director Alli Schuch
• Budget accounting and terminology presentation by Finance Director Danny Nunn
• Executive session on possible sale of a lot in the Airport Industrial Park

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hear first presentation of ordinances including the West Side Connector overpass project, a rezoning, and a $70,000 donation for Vinewood Skate Park. Final passage is scheduled for ordinances selling two lots to Habitat for Humanity for $1 each and funding the employee health clinic ($520,000). The consent agenda includes emergency sewer repairs totaling $422,733 and appointments to boards.

• Emergency sewer point repairs at 38 William White Blvd ($271,050), 1919 N Grand Ave ($146,752), and 134 Dunsmere Ave ($4,930)
• Rezoning of Lot 10, Block 5, Shulls Subdivision from O-1 to R-2 (first reading)
• West Side Connector overpass preliminary engineering agreement with BNSF and $500,000 fund transfer (first reading)
• Final passage of sale of two Oakshire Hills lots to Habitat for Humanity for $1 each
• Acceptance of $70,000 donation from Morning Star Creations for Vinewood Skate Park (first reading)

The council approved a $520,000 appropriation for the employee health clinic and ratified several emergency sanitary sewer repair contracts. It also created a new $500,000 Sun Mountain Drainage account and funded community programs, while confirming real‑estate sales to Habitat for Humanity. All actions were taken with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved $520,000 health clinic funding (7-0)
• Ratified emergency sewer contract $271,050.32 at 38 William White Blvd (7-0)
• Ratified emergency sewer contract $146,752.43 at 1919 N Grand Ave (7-0)
• Ratified emergency sewer contract $4,930.42 at 134 Dunsmere Ave (7-0)
• Created new account and transferred $500,000 to Sun Mountain Drainage (7-0)
• Approved $2,500 payment to Mad Fresh Productions for Hip Hop Festival (6-1)
• Approved $2,000 payment to Pueblo Library Foundation for summer reading program (7-0)
• Approved sale of Lot 42 to Habitat for Humanity for $1 (6-1)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The scheduled meeting of the Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority for May 8, 2026, has been canceled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Commission on Energy will meet to discuss the mission for Pueblo and the management of a BHE software program by a third party. The meeting includes a review of minutes from the April 1st, 2026 meeting and an open discussion period.

• Discussion on hiring a third party to manage BHE software program
• Discussion regarding the mission for Pueblo
• Discussion on sub-committee membership for the PUC

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to address an appeal regarding exam application rejections. The body will decide whether to sustain, reject, or set a formal hearing for the matter.

• Appeal by Lillian Hodge regarding rejected applications for Court Technician and Office Assistant exams

City Council Work Session

This is a work session of the Pueblo City Council, with no official votes. Presentations include updates on the PuebloPlex redevelopment, the CDBG/HOME action plan, a drainage study in the State Fair and Bessemer areas, and the city's economic development process. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending economic development applications, including MXV Rail and Project Falcon.

• PuebloPlex redevelopment plan presentation by Kurt Madic and John Chrisman
• CDBG/HOME action plan presentation by Melissa Cook
• Drainage Study Phase 3 for State Fair and Bessemer areas presented by Noah Stamm
• Economic development process presentation by Mayor Heather Graham
• Executive session to discuss negotiations on MXV Rail and Project Falcon applications

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will hold final readings on 26 ordinances, including adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and approving an opioid settlement. A quasi-judicial hearing will consider rezoning two properties on Cherry Lane. The consent agenda includes event permits and a contract for solar lighting on the Arkansas River Trail. Regular resolutions authorize sponsorships for community events.

• Rezone 502 & 504 Cherry Lane from B-3 to R-3 (R1)
• Adopt 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (S21)
• Approve opioid settlement with six remnant defendants (S18)
• Accept donation of a 2026 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 for police use (S17)
• Approve restaurant lease at Pueblo Memorial Airport (S25)

The council approved a rezoning ordinance changing 502 and 504 Cherry Lane from B‑3 highway/arterial to R‑3 residential zoning (11147). It also approved several revocable permits for festivals and events, a $47,701.32 contract amendment for solar lighting on the Arkansas River Trail, and four payments from the council contingencies account totaling $9,000 for local community events. All votes were unanimous (6‑0) except one ordinance that passed 5‑1.

• Approved rezoning of 502 & 504 Cherry Lane to R‑3 residential (11147) (6‑0)
• Approved revocable permit for Pueblo Chamber of Commerce festival (16307) (6‑0)
• Approved revocable permit for Outlaws Rod & Custom Car Club car show (16308) (6‑0)
• Approved revocable permit for CSU‑Pueblo graduation ceremony lane closures (16309) (6‑0)
• Approved contract amendment $47,701.32 for solar lighting on Arkansas River Trail (16311) (6‑0)
• Approved $1,000 payment to Pueblo Conservancy District for Levee Artists event (16313) (6‑0)
• Approved $3,500 payment to Harp Foundation for Rollin’ on the Riverwalk event (16314) (6‑0)
• Approved $2,500 payment to Colorado State Fair Fiesta Committee for scholarship pageant (16315) (6‑0)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo County Liquor & Marijuana Authority will consider consent items including multiple special event applications and premise modifications, and regular agenda items including transfer of ownership for Shanty Liquor at 2212 E. 4th Street, a corporate structure change for 3 Margaritas VIII, and a modification of premises for National Green Source (marijuana) at 1900 E. Freeway. The meeting is April 24, 2026 at 1:30 PM.

• Transfer of ownership of Shanty Liquor (2212 E. 4th St) to Tsegaalem Sium (F1)
• Modification of premises for retail & medical marijuana infused products at National Green Source (1900 E. Freeway) (F8)
• Change of corporate structure for 3 Margaritas VIII (3620 N. Freeway) adding new members (F2)
• Special event applications for Sangre de Cristo Art Center on multiple dates (F5, F6, E7, E8)
• Special event applications for Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Bandit Sports Inc, and St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (E1, E2, E6)

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo City Council Executive Committee will receive a series of informational presentations, including city updates, a lobbyist briefing, an ADA committee report, an arts‑based youth documentary program, and updates from the Southern Colorado Economic Development District and Portico Energy. In an executive session, the committee will discuss a potential economic development project known as Project Falcon and consider negotiation strategies. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• City updates presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff (5 min)
• Lobbyist update by Gil Romero, Capitol Success (30 min)
• ADA Committee update by Sharon Campbell, Chair (15 min)
• Youth documentary program "My Name Is" presentation (15 min)
• Executive session discussion of potential Project Falcon economic development project (30 min)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider and certify eligible lists for Accounting Technician IV, Community Service Officer, Court Marshal, Police Patrol Officer (two tracks), and Senior WWTP Maintenance Mechanic. Consent agenda items include ratifying removal of names from multiple eligible lists and appeal decision letters. The meeting is largely routine personnel actions following recent recruitments.

• Approve and certify eligible list for Accounting Technician IV (33 applications, 10 approved for exam)
• Approve and certify eligible list for Community Service Officer (63 applications, 44 approved for exam)
• Approve and certify eligible list for Police Patrol Officer LEA 2603 and POST 2603
• Ratify removal of names from Emergency Services Dispatcher, Office Assistant, PD Community Engagement Manager, Police Patrol Officer, and Tax Compliance Technician eligible lists
• Conduct Training and Experience exams for Court Marshal and Senior WWTP Maintenance Mechanic

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on a resolution to transfer $592,341.60 and award a $493,618.60 construction contract to Tony J Beltramo & Sons for the 2026 Carl Sitter Parkway sanitary sewer project, including $98,723 for contingencies. Additional resolutions include fund transfers for a Latino veterans association exhibit and a charity run, plus multiple ordinances covering zoning changes, real‑estate sales to Habitat for Humanity, and various community service agreements.

• Resolution awarding $493,618.60 contract to Tony J Beltramo & Sons for Project No. 26-020 (Carl Sitter Parkway Sanitary Sewer Project)
• Resolution transferring $592,341.60 to project account WW2608
• Resolution allocating $2,500 to Pueblo Latino Veterans Association for Hispanic Heritage Exhibit
• Resolution allocating $2,000 to B.I.T.S of Freedom Corp for Run for the Roses fundraiser
• Ordinance rezoning 502 and 504 Cherry Lane from B-3 to R-3 residential

The council amended the agenda by tabling item S8 and approved the agenda (7‑0). They also approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting (7‑0). A consent agenda was adopted, approving numerous resolutions and ordinances that award contracts for sewer and road work, establish project accounts, confirm appointments, and accept a $49,950 grant for pre‑development funding.

• Amended agenda by tabling S8 indefinitely and approved agenda (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of the March 23, 2026 council meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 16291 awarding $335,581.40 contract for Elizabeth Street sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Approved Resolution 16292 awarding $173,352 contract to Cedar Ridge Landscape for Haaff Elementary School SRTS
• Approved Resolution 16293 ratifying $98,763.54 emergency storm sewer repair contract and $24,138.94 change order
• Approved Resolution 16294 establishing project account HU2516 and awarding $40,424.24 contract for concrete improvements on West Orman Avenue
• Approved Resolution 16297 confirming appointment of Rosalie Vigna to the Bandera Special Improvement Maintenance District Advisory Committee
• Approved Ordinance N6 accepting a $49,950 grant from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs for pre‑development funding

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority meeting includes a regular agenda item noting that the scheduled hearing for April 10, 2026 has been canceled. No other substantive items are listed; the remaining agenda items are routine (call to order, roll call, approvals, consent agenda).

• Cancellation of the Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority hearing scheduled for April 10, 2026

City Council Work Session

The Executive Committee will hold an executive session to receive legal advice from the City Attorney on questions related to a PFAS class action and an economic development project known as MXV Rail. Subsequent presentations will provide updates on lobbying activities, a county‑led microtransit pilot, the Sky Corral recreation facility, fire department staffing, and council board and commission matters. No formal actions are taken at this meeting.

• Executive session: conference with City Attorney on legal questions concerning a PFAS class action and the MXV Rail economic development project
• Lobbyist update presentation by Gil Romero, Capitol Success Group
• Microtransit pilot program presentation by County Commissioner Miles Lucero and Boys & Girls Clubs of Pueblo County representatives
• Sky Corral presentation by Public Works Director Andrew Hayes and Sky Corral RC Club leaders
• Fire Department staffing presentation by Fire Chief Barb Huber

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Commission on Energy meeting on April 1, 2026 will conduct routine procedural business, including a call to order, roll call, and approval of the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda will be reviewed and approved, and there are no listed old or new business items. The commission will note that adoption of bylaws is planned for a future meeting, and a public comment period will be provided.

• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2026 Regular Meeting
• Review and approval of the meeting agenda
• Public comment period for community members
• Next steps: plan to adopt bylaws at an upcoming meeting

City Council Work Session

The work session scheduled for March 30, 2026, has been cancelled. No official action or discussion took place.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority will meet to consider several liquor license modifications and special event applications. The body will also review a transfer of ownership for a hotel and restaurant liquor license.

• Special Event Application for Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce (Sept 18-20, 2026)
• Premises modification for Walmart Market #5828 at 2730 S. Prairie Ave
• Manager change for Pueblo Country Club at 3200 8th Ave
• Special Event Application for Steel City Music Showcase at 400 S. Union (April 10-11, 2026)
• Transfer of ownership for Clubhouse at Elmwood at 3906 Thatcher Ave

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider several resolutions, including ratifying an emergency sanitary sewer repair contract for $224,305.40 at 2609 Spruce St. Additional items include approvals for consulting services, contract amendments, and multiple revocable permits for events and sidewalk improvements. The council will also adopt several ordinances covering zoning changes, facility use agreements, and project funding transfers.

• Resolution ratifying $224,305.40 emergency sewer repair contract with Parker Excavating, Inc. at 2609 Spruce St.
• Resolution approving $83,400 consulting agreement with Matrix Design Group, Inc. for flood study (Project 25-113).
• Resolution approving $65,000 amendment to Rockies Environmental contract for demolition at 519 W. 11th St.
• Ordinance rezoning 611 Broadway Ave from R-2 to B-1 Neighborhood Business.
• Revocable permit (REV-26-1) for Steel City Music Showcase event on C Street, April 10‑12, 2026.

The council voted 7‑0 to preliminarily determine that the petition to annex a 24.311‑acre area at W. 24th Street and N. Pueblo Boulevard is valid and to refer it to the Planning and Zoning Commission. It also approved several revocable permits, a parks greenhouse project funding transfer, the appointment of Clyde Bishop as city clerk, a resolution supporting HB26‑1313, and two $1,000 payments to local nonprofit events. All listed actions were adopted with the recorded vote totals.

• Preliminary annexation determination approved (7-0)
• Revocable permit for Colorado Workers march approved (6-1)
• Parks greenhouse project funding and contract amendment approved (6-1)
• Appointment of Clyde Bishop as City Clerk approved (7-0)
• Resolution supporting HB26-1313 (state affordable housing fund) approved (6-1)
• Payment of $1,000 to Care and Share Food Bank approved (7-0)
• Payment of $1,000 to Garcia Futures Project approved (7-0)
• Revocable permit for Stok'd Pizza gate installation approved (vote not recorded)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will first vote on a consent agenda covering routine recruitment status reports, appeal decision letters, and removals from eligible lists. It will then consider individual appeals for police patrol officer applications and decide whether to sustain, reject, or refer them to a formal hearing. Finally, the commission will approve and certify eligible lists for Community Service Officer, Emergency Medical Officer, PD Community Engagement Manager, and several Police Patrol Officer classes.

• Ratify appeal decision letters for PD Community Engagement Manager and Police Patrol Officer applicants
• Ratify removal letters for candidates from eligible lists in Accounting Technician IV, Community Service Officer, Court Marshal, Fire Engineer, Police Patrol Officer, and Water Reclamation Worker positions
• Approve a Training & Experience exam for Community Service Officer and Emergency Medical Officer positions
• Certify the eligible list for Community Service Officer
• Certify eligible lists for multiple Police Patrol Officer classes (Entry level, LEA, POST) and Emergency Medical Officer

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Commission on Energy will hold a work session to hear a presentation on the opportunities and challenges facing Pueblo’s electric utility, followed by a Q&A with Mr. Joe Pereira, Director of the Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate. The meeting includes introductions and will set next steps, including scheduling the next regular meeting for April 1, 2025.

• Presentation – Pueblo’s Electric Utility: Opportunities and Challenges (Joe Pereira)
• Q&A session following the presentation
• Introductions at the start of the meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2025

City Council Work Session

The Executive Committee will hear presentations on city updates, a lobbyist update, the LEAD program, housing services, and the Pueblo Mission extension. A proposed ordinance to suspend kennel and cattery regulations during extreme weather will be presented. An executive session will brief staff on strategy for negotiations related to a potential economic development project called Project Falcon.

• City updates presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff
• Lobbyist update by Gil Romero, Capitol Success
• LEAD program update by Shanna Farmer and Michael Messervy
• Proposed ordinance – suspension of kennel & cattery regulations in extreme weather
• Executive session discussion of potential economic development project (Project Falcon)

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The scheduled March 13, 2026 meeting of the Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action will be taken at this meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a $450,000 construction contract to Colorado Front Range Roofing for roof replacement at the James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility. Additional items include several smaller construction contracts, fund transfers between project accounts, and multiple ordinance approvals covering zoning changes, professional services agreements, and property transfers.

• Resolution awarding $450,000 to Colorado Front Range Roofing for roof replacement at James R. DiIorio Water Reclamation Facility
• Resolution awarding $67,535 to Lg Contractors for concrete improvements on the 1500 block of Routt Avenue (CDBG)
• Resolution transferring $164,616.07 to Project Account AP2603-PUB Taxiway A Sealcoat (Phase 1)
• Ordinance amending zoning for 4289 N. Elizabeth from B-4/R-6 to B-P Business Park zone
• Ordinance approving a quit‑claim deed transferring City‑owned property to the State of Colorado Department of Transportation

The council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a $450,000 roof replacement contract for the water reclamation facility and a $50,000 transfer for city hall upgrades. Several construction contracts ranging from $12,096 to $67,535 were also approved. One ordinance for a community‑services planning agreement with the county was rejected, while others on historic preservation and website notices passed.

• Approved $450,000 roof contract for water reclamation facility (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 transfer for city hall upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $67,535 construction contract for 1500 Block Routt Avenue (7-0)
• Approved $29,432 contract for concrete improvements on Van Buren (7-0)
• Approved ordinance for historic preservation grant program (6-1)
• Failed ordinance for community services planning agreement with County (3-4)
• Approved ordinance to publish municipal code notices on city website (7-0)
• Approved $500 payment to NeighborWorks for golf scramble sponsorship (7-0)

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The Pueblo Commission on Energy will discuss subcommittee structures and presenter selections, consider how to set future meeting agendas, and hear an Xcel Energy presentation titled “Understanding Your Bill.” No formal actions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Discussion on subcommittees
• Discussion on presenters for Steel Mill and other utilities
• Discussion on presenting future meeting agendas with commission members before meeting
• Xcel Energy – “Understanding Your Bill” presentation
• Approval of minutes for Dec 3 2025, Jan 7 2026, and Feb 4 2026

City Council Work Session

City Council Work Session

The executive committee will receive updates on city operations, a lobbyist briefing, animal services, a park bathhouse grant, housing advisory recommendations, and council board matters. The meeting includes a 30‑minute presentation on strategy and positions for upcoming 2027 collective bargaining agreements. No official actions will be taken.

• City updates presentation by Chief of Staff Brian McCain
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success
• HSPPR quarterly update from animal services directors
• Friends of City Park bathhouse project and grant application presentation
• Presentation on strategy for 2027 collective bargaining agreements

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet for an informal session to receive information and hold discussions. No official action will be taken during this meeting. Key topics include the 2027 city budget and council goal setting.

• Presentation on the 2027 City Budget
• Shared Governance presentation by Your Idea Your Neighborhood Review Committee members
• Council goal setting and team building session

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Liquor and Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider several liquor license requests and administrative changes. The body will review a new hotel and restaurant license and a transfer of ownership for a retail license.

• New Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License for Kelly's Crêperie LLC at 103 S. Union Ave
• Transfer of Ownership for Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer Liquor License at 7-Eleven, 327 W. 8th Street
• Liquor License Retail Establishment Permit for AOSM Inc (Steel City Art Works) at 311 1/2 S. Union Ave, Suite B
• Modification of Premises/Change of Manager for Buffalo Wild Wings at 5821 N. Elizabeth Street
• Change of Trade Name for CF Altitude LLC at 300 W. Northern Ave

City Council Work Session

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes an emergency storm‑sewer repair contract and several resolutions, and on a regular agenda that covers staffing changes, a new health‑services funding agreement, and other ordinances. Key decisions include a $654,370 appropriation for health services, a $91,000 grant for the Benedict Park lighting project, and the appointment of a new Human Resources director.

• Resolution ratifying a $31,941 emergency storm‑sewer repair contract (plus $12,291 change order) to Russ Grading & Excavating LLC at City Park
• Ordinance converting three vacant EMO positions to three fire engineer positions in the Fire Department staffing ordinance
• Ordinance approving a $654,370 Appropriation Agreement to fund health services under an intergovernmental agreement
• Ordinance approving a $91,000 grant for the Benedict Park Lighting Project (Project No. CI2610)
• Resolution confirming Bella Trujillo as Director of Human Resources

The Pueblo City Council unanimously approved a $654,370 appropriation for health services, an emergency storm‑sewer repair contract, and the City Park and Arkansas River Corridor Master Plan. It also confirmed the appointment of a new Director of Human Resources and authorized a $2,000 payment to the Pueblo Child Advocacy Center. Additional ordinances covering a park lighting grant, animal services contract, and a sales‑tax capital‑improvement fund rule were adopted, with one ordinance passing 5‑2 after a failed postponement motion.

• Approved $31,941 emergency construction contract and $12,291 change order (7‑0)
• Approved $654,370 health services appropriation ordinance (7‑0)
• Approved City Park and Arkansas River Corridor Master Plan resolution (7‑0)
• Confirmed appointment of Bella Trujillo as Director of Human Resources (7‑0)
• Authorized $2,000 payment to Pueblo Child Advocacy Center for Blue Tie Gala (7‑0)
• Approved $91,000 grant for Benedict Park lighting project (7‑0)
• Approved animal services contract with Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to sales‑tax capital‑improvement fund rules after 5‑2 vote

Civil Service Commission

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will meet to receive presentations on city updates, the Goodnight Barn, the Energy Commission, and the Pope Block. The session will also include a presentation on a Criteria Ordinance and an executive session to discuss potential PEDCO Project Falcon negotiations.

• Pope Block presentation by Public Works Director
• Criteria Ordinance presentation by Mayor Heather Graham
• Executive session on PEDCO Project Falcon negotiations
• Goodnight Barn update presentation
• Energy Commission presentation

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Liquor & Marijuana Authority is meeting to consider a special event application and two liquor license requests. The body will decide on a temporary permit for the Mariposa Center for Safety and permanent licenses for two other locations.

• Special Event Application for Beer, Wine & Spiritous Liquor at Mariposa Center for Safety, 801 N. Santa Fe
• Retail Liquor License transfer of ownership for Troy Village Liquor, 1732 Constitution Rd
• New Entertainment Liquor License for Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse, 125 Riverwalk Place

The Authority approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included a special event application for Mariposa Center for Safety. It approved the transfer of a retail liquor license to TRM Investments LLC (Troy Village Liquor) at 1732 Constitution Rd. It also approved a new entertainment liquor license for the Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse at 125 Riverwalk Place.

• Approved agenda (as distributed)
• Approved consent agenda, including Mariposa Center special event license
• Approved transfer of retail liquor license to TRM Investments LLC, dba Troy Village Liquor, 1732 Constitution Rd
• Approved new entertainment liquor license for Pueblo Riverwalk Boathouse, 125 Riverwalk Pl

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote to adopt the consent agenda, which includes several routine resolutions and ordinances. On the regular agenda, council members will decide on a $7,907,540 construction contract for Stockyard Road pipeline rehabilitation, a $370,162 remodel contract for 650 Dittmer, and a $91,000 grant for the Benedict Park Lighting Project. Additional items include a $151,110 strategic asset management plan and an animal services contract with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.

• Resolution awarding $7,907,540 to Insituform Technologies for Stockyard Road CIPP pipeline rehabilitation (Project No. 25-070A)
• Resolution awarding $370,162 to H.W. Houston Construction for remodel of 650 Dittmer with $55,000 contingency
• Resolution approving $151,110 agreement with Brown and Caldwell for a Strategic Asset Management Plan
• Ordinance approving a $91,000 grant for the Benedict Park Lighting Project (Project No. CI2610)
• Ordinance approving an animal services contract with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region for the Pueblo Animal Shelter

The council approved the meeting agenda and minutes, then adopted the consent agenda covering numerous contracts and ordinances. It authorized a $7,907,540 construction contract to rehabilitate the Stockyard Road pipeline and a $1,500 payment to the Boys & Girls Clubs for a youth awards dinner. The body also passed several resolutions on state legislation, including support for House Bill 26‑1071 and opposition to Senate Bill 26‑070. All actions were approved by recorded votes.

• Approved agenda as distributed (7-0)
• Approved minutes of 01/26/2026 meeting (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions and ordinances (7-0)
• Approved $7,907,540 construction contract for Stockyard Road pipeline rehab (7-0)
• Approved $1,500 payment to Boys & Girls Clubs for 2026 Champions of Youth dinner (7-0)
• Approved amendment to council work session location rules (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting House Bill 26-1071 (4-3)
• Approved resolution opposing Senate Bill 26-070 (5-2)

City Council Work Session

The executive committee will hear a 45‑minute presentation on the City Park & Arkansas River Master Plan and a 15‑minute presentation on Air Race X. In a closed executive session, council members will develop negotiation positions for a possible PEDCO Project called Project Falcon and receive legal advice on potential litigation. No formal actions will be taken at this meeting.

• City Park & Arkansas River Master Plan presentation by Steven Meier
• Air Race X presentation by Ted Morris
• Executive session to discuss negotiation strategy for potential PEDCO Project (Project Falcon)
• Executive session conference with City Attorney Carla Sikes on potential litigation

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.

Civil Service Commission

The Pueblo County Civil Service Commission will review an appeal submitted by Abraham Langer concerning the removal of his name from the Police Patrol Office list. The commission may sustain the appeal, reject it, or schedule a formal hearing. An administrative reminder notes that the next regular meeting is set for February 19, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

• Review Abraham Langer’s appeal to remove his name from the Police Patrol Office list
• Commission may sustain, reject, or set a formal hearing on the appeal
• Reminder: next regular meeting scheduled for Feb 19, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

City Council Work Session

The council will receive brief updates from the mayor, a lobbyist, and a new elected‑official orientation. Afterward, an executive session will be held to determine the city’s negotiating stance with CIRSA on a pending claim and to discuss strategy for potential litigation, with legal advice from the city attorney.

• Mayor Heather Graham gives a 5‑minute city update
• Lobbyist Gil Romero presents a 15‑minute update
• CML orientation for new elected officials (90 minutes)
• Executive session to instruct CIRSA on settlement negotiations
• Executive session to receive legal advice on potential litigation

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The meeting for the Pueblo Liquor and Marijuana Authority scheduled for January 30, 2026, has been canceled.

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee will receive presentations on lobbyist updates, municipal court legislation, and the sewer system rehabilitation program. The committee will also enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation and Pope Block building leases. No official action is taken at these meetings.

• Sewer System Rehabilitation Program presentation
• Municipal Court legislation changes presentation
• Lobbyist update from Gil Romero of Capitol Success Group
• Executive session regarding Pope Block building leases
• Executive session regarding potential litigation

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including the adoption of the 2026 Three-Mile Annexation plan and multiple construction contracts. It will also approve an animal services contract with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region and a lease for city property at 317 North Main Street. Additional items include payments to community groups and amendments to council procedural rules.

• Resolution adopting the 2026 Three-Mile Annexation plan, rescinding prior annexation master plans
• Resolution awarding a $163,770 construction contract to Cyclone LLC for demolition at 1124 West 11th Street and 2810 Berkley Avenue
• Ordinance approving an animal services contract with the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region for the Pueblo Animal Shelter
• Ordinance approving a lease of city property at 317 North Main Street to IQor US, Inc.
• Ordinance approving a $654,370 appropriation agreement for health services under an intergovernmental agreement

The council adopted the 2026 City of Pueblo Three‑Mile Annexation Plan and approved several construction and payment contracts, all by unanimous vote. It also approved an amendment to legislative procedures and postponed the animal services contract ordinance to the February 9, 2026 agenda. A lease ordinance for 317 North Main Street failed, while an amendment to the Union Avenue Bridge repair funding was approved.

• Adopted the 2026 City of Pueblo Three‑Mile Annexation Plan (Resolution 16237) – vote 7‑0
• Approved construction contract $163,770 to Cyclone LLC for abate and demolish (Resolution 16232) – vote 7‑0
• Approved construction contract $49,382.01 to The Tile House, Inc. for flooring replacement (Resolution 16233) – vote 7‑0
• Approved payment $800 to Mariposa Center for safety sponsorship (Resolution 16238) – vote 7‑0
• Approved amendment to legislative procedures (Resolution 16240) – vote 4‑3
• Postponed animal services contract ordinance (N1) to Feb 9 2026 – postponed
• Failed lease ordinance for 317 North Main Street (Ordinance 11107) – vote 3‑4
• Approved amendment to Union Avenue Bridge repair funding (Ordinance 11113) – vote 7‑0

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee work session scheduled for January 20, 2026 was cancelled. Because the meeting was cancelled, no items will be discussed or acted upon. Executive Committee meetings are informal and do not take official action.

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

The Pueblo Liquor & Marijuana Authority will consider routine consent items and two regular agenda items. The regular agenda includes a transfer of ownership for a retail liquor license to Paddle & Pour LLC, doing business as Rocks Liquor, located at 4315 Thatcher Ave. It also includes a special event application for the Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center to serve beer, wine, and spirits on January 16, 2026 at 31001 Magnuson Ave.

• E1 – Modification of premises for a hotel and restaurant liquor license for Twenty One Steak LLC, dba Twenty One Steak, 101 S. Main St., units 200‑204
• E2 – Change of corporate structure for a hotel and restaurant liquor license for CBOCS West Inc., dba Cracker Barrel #292, 4735 N. Elizabeth St.
• F1 – Transfer of ownership of a retail liquor license to Paddle & Pour LLC, dba Rocks Liquor, 4315 Thatcher Ave.
• F2 – Special event application for beer, wine, and spirits at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, Jan 16 2026, 31001 Magnuson Ave, event manager Sal Katz

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 21, 2025 meeting. The consent agenda items – a premises modification for Twenty One Steak and a corporate structure change for Cracker Barrel #292 – were approved. The board approved the transfer of ownership for the Rocks Liquor retail license to Paddle & Pour LLC. The board also approved a special event serving beer, wine, and spirits at the Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center on January 16, 2026.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2025 meeting
• Approved modification of premises for Twenty One Steak liquor license
• Approved change of corporate structure for Cracker Barrel #292 liquor license
• Approved transfer of ownership of Rocks Liquor retail license to Paddle & Pour LLC
• Approved special event beer, wine & spirits for Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will consider a motion to reconsider item S12 from the January 12, 2026 agenda. Item S12 is an ordinance that would approve a lease of city‑owned property at 317 North Main Street to IQor US, Inc., and authorize the mayor to execute the lease. The council will vote on whether to revisit that lease approval.

• Motion to reconsider Ordinance approving lease of 317 North Main Street to IQor US, Inc.

Civil Service Commission

City Council Regular Meeting

The Pueblo City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple construction contracts and fund transfers, and on a regular agenda that contains several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $3,181,584 Federal Transit Administration operating grant, a $4,288,640 fund transfer for the Memorial Airport terminal renovation, and a zoning change for 300 W Abriendo Ave. The council will also consider contracts for concrete improvements, a bicycle‑and‑pedestrian master plan, and other public‑service agreements.

• Resolution M1: Transfer $203,068.80 and award $173,068.80 contract to Doug Vaughn, LLC for Jones Avenue concrete improvements (Lake Ave to Abriendo Ave).
• Resolution M4: Award $86,190 contract to Bohannan Huston, Inc. for updating the Pueblo Area Council of Governments Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.
• Ordinance S1: Approve and authorize execution of a $3,181,584 Federal Transit Administration operating grant (award no. CO‑2025‑020‑00).
• Ordinance S8: Transfer $4,288,640 from the Sales and Use Tax Capital Improvement Projects Fund to the Memorial Airport Renovations Project for terminal upgrades.
• Ordinance R1: Amend zoning to rezone 300 W Abriendo Ave. from R‑5 to B‑2 (Subregional Business Zone).

City Council Work Session

The Pueblo County City Council Executive Committee will hold an informal meeting with no official action taken. Council members will receive a city update from Chief of Staff Brian McCain, a presentation on the Center for Employment Opportunities, an overview of the Sky Corral project by Public Works Director Andrew Hayes, and a briefing on the Building Back Bessemer initiative from Mayor Heather Graham.

• City Update presentation by Brian McCain, Chief of Staff
• Center for Employment Opportunities presentation by Eric Abraham and Casey Pheiffer
• Sky Corral presentation by Andrew Hayes, Public Works Director
• Building Back Bessemer presentation by Mayor Heather Graham

Pueblo Commission on Energy

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.

City Council Work Session

The City Council Executive Committee scheduled a work session for January 5, 2026. The agenda indicates the work session has been cancelled. No official actions or discussion items will be considered at this meeting.