Pueblo County public meetings in 2024

City Council Work Session

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

General

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Pueblo Commission on Energy

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

Marijuana Board

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

• 2025 Budget work session presentation by Mayor Heather Graham

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

Marijuana Board

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

Marijuana Board

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Pueblo Commission on Energy

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

Civil Service Commission

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

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

Marijuana Board

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Work Session

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

• Cancellation of July 29, 2024 work session

City Council Work Session

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

Liquor & Marijuana Authority

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

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