Grand Junction, Colorado

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Urban Trails Committee

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Licores se reunirá para considerar siete solicitudes de renovación de licencias. El organismo también revisará una solicitud para modificar las instalaciones de Trail Life Brewing y un permiso de evento especial para un evento de CMU Athletics.

• Renovaciones de licencias para Ristorante Pantuso, Famous Dave’s, Cruisers, Fly’n Roosters, Jjiang Korean BBQ, X-Golf Grand Junction y Fun Junction Liquors
• Modificación de las instalaciones de Trail Life Brewing en 436 Main Street con respecto al área de comedor al aire libre
• Permiso de evento especial para CMU Athletics Casino Night 2026 en Brownson Arena el 21 de agosto de 2026

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting and consider items related to the 1% for the Arts fund. It will review application requirements for the 2027‑28 funding program and receive updates on ongoing 1% projects and the public art exhibit program. Commissioner updates and public comments will also be addressed before adjournment.

• Approval of June 24, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of the 1% for the Arts fund
• Review of 2027‑28 Funding Program application requirements
• Updates on 1% Projects
• Public Art Exhibit Program update

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Cannabis se reúne para revisar una renovación de licencia y una transferencia de propiedad. El organismo considerará solicitudes para dos ubicaciones comerciales específicas.

• Solicitud de renovación de licencia para Golden Rookie, LLC en 605 Grand Avenue
• Solicitud de transferencia de propiedad para NR Grand Junction Retail, LLC (Native Roots) en 638 Horizon Drive, Unit 110

City Council

El Concejo Municipal discutirá la anexión de terrenos en 23 Road y 888 21 Road. El organismo también está revisando actualizaciones al Código de Zonificación y Desarrollo y al Plan Consolidado del Programa CDBG 2026-2030.

• Propuesta de venta de 3.3 acres de propiedad de la ciudad a Grand Junction Homes, LLC para vivienda asequible
• Anexión de 18.96 acres en el extremo sur de 23 Road
• Anexión y zonificación Residential Low 5 de 41.09 acres en 888 21 Road
• Propuesta de enmienda al Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan para añadir 29.08 acres
• Actualizaciones de ordenanza al Código de Zonificación y Desarrollo con respecto al estacionamiento de bicicletas y diseñadores de riego certificados

City Council

The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a possible transfer of real property at 450 28 Road. Council members will develop negotiation strategy, instruct negotiators, and receive legal advice from the city attorney. The discussion follows Colorado Open Meetings Law sections 24‑6‑402 (4)(e)(I), (4)(a) and (4)(b).

• Executive session on negotiation strategy and legal advice for transfer of real property at 450 28 Road

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación revisará una solicitud para añadir aproximadamente 29.08 acres al Redlands 360 Planned Development Outline Development Plan. El organismo también considerará enmiendas al código de zonificación con respecto a la preservación de árboles significativos.

• Solicitud para añadir 29.08 acres al Redlands 360 ODP, aumentando el área total a 629.08 acres
• Modificaciones propuestas a los estándares de volumen e iluminación al sur de Redlands Parkway y Highway 340
• Enmiendas propuestas a las Secciones 21.07.040 y 21.09.060(a)(1) del Código de Zonificación y Desarrollo con respecto a árboles significativos

City Council

El taller del Concejo Municipal el 13 de julio proporcionará un tiempo no estructurado para que los miembros discutan el Borrador del Plan de Acción de Vivienda y compartan ideas para consideración futura. El Concejo también abordará asuntos de comunicación, planeará temas para futuros talleres y tratará cualquier otro asunto. No se esperan decisiones formales; la sesión es para discusión e intercambio de información.

• Borrador del Plan de Acción de Vivienda – discusión
• Comunicación del Concejo Municipal – discusión
• Próximos temas de talleres – discusión
• Otros asuntos – discusión

PRAB

La Junta Asesora de Parques y Recreación considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de mayo. Luego discutirán actualizaciones de los estatutos, el invernadero de los Botanical Gardens, una actualización del CRC y daños en Magpie Island. Se invita al comentario público bajo 'For the Good of the Community'.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de mayo de 2026
• Discusión de los estatutos
• Actualización del invernadero de los Botanical Gardens
• Actualización del CRC
• Actualización sobre los daños en Magpie Island

General

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force will meet to discuss current assignments and pending recommendations. The group will also review completed items, including a legal analysis regarding revocable permits.

• Affordable Housing Code Task Force meeting
• Review of completed revocable permit text amendment
• Discussion of 'master revocable permit' legal analysis
• Bicycle Storage/Parking City Council Hearing
• CID Certified Irrigation Designer City Council Hearing

Planning Commission

El taller de la Comisión de Planificación de Grand Junction programado para el 9 de julio de 2026 ha sido cancelado. No se llevó a cabo ni se discutió ningún asunto.

• Reunión cancelada; no se consideraron temas de la agenda

Forestry

La Junta Asesora de Silvicultura revisará la finalización de las inyecciones de troncos en 450 fresnos y discutirá los estándares propuestos para áreas naturales, limpieza y desbroce, y otras regulaciones. La junta también escuchará al Especialista en Conservación de Agua y considerará la Subvención de Riego de la IRA, el Día de Servicio del Contratista con Licencia de 2026 y actualizaciones sobre Four Canyons Parkway.

• Inyecciones de troncos completadas en 450 fresnos durante 6.5 semanas
• Discusión de Estándares para Áreas Naturales
• Consideración de la Subvención de Riego de la IRA
• Día de Servicio del Contratista con Licencia de 2026
• Actualización de Four Canyons Parkway

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will meet on July 8, 2026 at City Hall Auditorium. The agenda contains a single discussion item: onboarding new committee members. No other business, decisions, or votes are listed.

• Onboarding new committee members (discussion)

Historic Preservation Board

La Junta de Preservación Histórica discutirá asuntos relacionados con el Gobierno Local Certificado, el Original Mile Keith's Addition Historic District y el Lincoln Park Historic Residential District. La junta también discutirá la fuente National Humane Alliance en Lincoln Park. No se programaron decisiones formales; la reunión es para discusión y actualizaciones.

• Discusión sobre el estatus de Gobierno Local Certificado
• Discusión sobre el Original Mile Keith's Addition Historic District
• Discusión sobre el Lincoln Park Historic Residential District
• Discusión sobre la fuente National Humane Alliance en Lincoln Park

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará artículos de consentimiento que incluyen introducciones de enmiendas al código de zonificación para diseñadores de irrigación certificados y estacionamiento de bicicletas, una ordenanza de zonificación para la anexión de Monument Vistas y un contrato para la Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales Persigo. En la agenda regular, llevarán a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una ordenanza que establece el salario del administrador de la ciudad y una audiencia cuasi-judicial para vacar porciones de derecho de vía a lo largo de South Broadway y 23 Road.

• Introducción de la ordenanza de zonificación de 41.09 acres en 888 21 Road (anexión de Monument Vistas) a Residential Low-5, con audiencia pública programada para el 15 de julio de 2026
• Introducción de enmiendas al código de zonificación con respecto a diseñadores de irrigación certificados y estacionamiento de bicicletas, con audiencias públicas el 15 de julio
• Aprobación de contrato para servicios de gestión de construcción/contratista general para el edificio de administración y mantenimiento de la Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales Persigo
• Resolución que deroga la petición de anexión para Colorado Infill LTD (1.59 acres en 3009 D 5/8 Road) y renuncia al control de uso de suelo
• Audiencia pública sobre la vacación de aproximadamente 18,629 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía a lo largo de South Broadway y 1,823 pies cuadrados a lo largo de 23 Road

The council authorized a $3,243,196.96 change order with KR Construction for Phase 2 of the Materials Recovery Facility project. It also adopted an ordinance raising the City Manager’s salary 5% to $273,000. Additional actions included appointing members to the One Riverfront Commission and vacating right‑of‑way for the Redlands 360 Development.

• Appointed Thomas Freimann, Erin McDermott, Joseph Moreng, Julia Surkis, Sara Warzecka, and Lori Schroeder to the One Riverfront Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted consent agenda items covering minutes, public hearing notices, procurement contracts, and three resolutions (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5328 increasing City Manager Michael Bennett’s salary 5% to $273,000 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5329 vacating 18,629 sq ft of right‑of‑way on South Broadway and 1,823 sq ft on 23 Road for the Redlands 360 Development (unanimous roll call vote)
• Authorized a $3,243,196.96 change order with KR Construction Group for Phase 2 of the Materials Recovery Facility Repurpose and Construction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month in Grand Junction (unanimous voice vote)

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Licores de Grand Junction considerará varias renovaciones de licencias de rutina, una transferencia de propiedad para Horizon Liquor, una adición de una instalación relacionada para el complejo de licores del campus de Sodexo y una modificación de las instalaciones para Cornhole Etc. También en la agenda se encuentra un permiso de evento especial para la Western Slope H.O.G. Pre-Sturgis Party.

• Transferencia de propiedad de Horizon Liquor (715 Horizon Dr, Suite #207) a Ariam Liquor, LLC
• Adición de 885 Kennedy Ave como una instalación relacionada para el complejo de licores del campus de Sodexo en 1455 N 12th St
• Renovación de la licencia de tienda de licores minorista y permiso de degustación para Teller Arms Liquor (2790 Belford Ave)
• Permiso de evento especial para Western Slope H.O.G. Pre-Sturgis Party el 1 de agosto de 2026 en 2747 Crossroads Blvd
• Modificación de las instalaciones para Cornhole Etc. (2757 S Highway 50, Unit B)

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved all liquor license applications on the July 1, 2026 agenda, including renewals for four establishments, an addition of a related facility to Sodexo's Campus Liquor Complex, a modification of premises for Cornhole Etc., a transfer of ownership for Horizon Liquor, and a special event permit for the Western Slope Harley Owners Group's Pre-Sturgis Party. No public opposition was voiced, and all applications were approved as requested.

• Approved retail liquor store and tasting permit renewals for Teller Arms Liquor, City Market #51, Circle K, and Fisher's Liquor Barn
• Approved addition of related facility at 885 Kennedy Avenue to Sodexo's Campus Liquor Complex license
• Approved modification of premises for Cornhole Etc. to expand licensed premises to include an outdoor patio
• Approved transfer of ownership of Horizon Liquor to Ariam Liquor, LLC
• Approved special event permit for Western Slope H.O.G. '2026 Pre-Sturgis Party' on August 1, 2026

City Council

Este es un taller, no una reunión de votación. El Concejo discutirá posibles cambios al Título 6 (Código de Animales) y recibirá una visión general del financiamiento del Grand Junction Rural Fire Protection District. Los nombramientos para la One Riverfront Commission también están en la agenda.

• Discusión de las enmiendas al Título 6 del Código de Animales
• Visión general del financiamiento del Grand Junction Rural Fire Protection District
• Nombramientos para la One Riverfront Commission

The council reviewed an update to the City’s Animal Code, expressing general support for size‑based reptile regulations and a permitting process, but no formal vote was taken. A fire department presentation outlined a $2.1 million annual subsidy for the Rural Fire Protection District, with no policy action requested. Discussion of One Riverfront Commission appointments was held, and the City Clerk will research board service rules before any appointments are made. No substantive decisions were recorded at this workshop.

General

Arts & Culture

La Comisión de Artes y Cultura considerará una recomendación para el CRC Transformer Box Mural Project #4, escuchará una presentación sobre Avalon Save-a-Seat Artwork por Matt Thornton, y discutirá el programa de financiamiento 2027-28 incluyendo la elegibilidad y el cronograma. También se cubrirán actualizaciones sobre los proyectos de 1% for Public Art y un informe sobre Take Part in Art. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 27 de mayo y las evaluaciones de los comisionados.

• Recomendación de CRC Transformer Box Mural: Project #4
• Programa de Financiamiento 2027-28 - Verificación de Elegibilidad y Cronograma
• Presentación de Avalon Save-a-Seat Artwork por Matt Thornton
• Actualizaciones sobre proyectos de 1% for Public Art
• Recepción del Programa de Exhibición de Arte Público

The Commission on Arts and Culture approved a recommendation for a sister city relationship with Ito, Japan. The body also approved a new Strategic Cultural Plan Subcommittee and selected designs for the CRC Transformer Box Mural Project. Additionally, the commission determined which Riverfront trail murals will be repainted based on a $9,000 budget.

• Approved letter of support for sister city relationship with Ito, Japan (Unanimous)
• Recommended second design option for CRC Transformer Box Mural Project (Unanimous)
• Approved repainting of 9 Riverfront trail murals, excluding items 13, 14, and 15 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to establish Strategic Cultural Plan Subcommittee (Unanimous)
• Approved adding Rick Ahern and George Wood to the rotating artist list (Unanimous)
• Approved April 22 regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una solicitud para rezonificar 40.18 acres de Mesa County Residential Single Family – Rural (RSF-R) a Residential Low 5 (RL-5) en 888 21 Road. La comisión también discutirá dos enmiendas al código del Grupo de Trabajo del Código de Asequibilidad de la Vivienda con respecto al estacionamiento de bicicletas y los requisitos de diseñador de riego certificado. Un artículo de consentimiento implica la revocación de una servidumbre de alcantarillado sanitario de 20 pies en 2405 Patterson Road. La reunión incluye la elección del presidente y vicepresidente.

• Rezonificar 40.18 acres en 888 21 Road de RSF-R a RL-5
• Enmendar las secciones del Código de Zonificación sobre el estacionamiento y almacenamiento de bicicletas
• Enmendar las secciones del Código de Zonificación sobre el diseñador de riego certificado
• Revocar la servidumbre de alcantarillado sanitario de 20 pies en 2405 Patterson Road
• Elección del Presidente y Vicepresidente de la Comisión de Planificación

The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council for a residential zone of annexation and two zoning code amendments regarding bicycle parking and irrigation designers. A request to amend shared driveway regulations was continued to the July 14, 2026 hearing.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Monument Vista Zone of Annexation to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Bicycle Parking and Storage code amendment to City Council (4-3)
• Recommended approval of Certified Irrigation Designers code amendment to City Council (7-0)
• Continued Shared Driveways zoning amendment to July 14, 2026
• Elected Sandra Weckerly as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Robert Quintero as Vice Chair (7-0)

Planning Commission

El taller de la Comisión de Planificación programado para el 18 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelado. No se discutieron ni decidieron temas.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará artículos de la agenda de consentimiento que incluyen establecer audiencias públicas para el 1 de julio sobre un nuevo código de animales, el salario del administrador de la ciudad y la renuncia del derecho de vía pública a lo largo de South Broadway y 23 Road. Las resoluciones sujetas a votación incluyen el apoyo a una organización regional de gestión de transporte para un nuevo intercambiador de la I-70 en 29 Road, un acuerdo de participación de costos para una cuenca regional de detención de aguas pluviales en 600 28 ¼ Road y la adopción de tarifas para el Código de Resiliencia ante Incendios Forestales. La agenda regular incluye comentarios públicos no programados.

• Introducción de la ordenanza que renuncia a aproximadamente 18,629 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía a lo largo de South Broadway y aproximadamente 1,823 pies cuadrados a lo largo de 23 Road (audiencia pública el 1 de julio)
• Introducción de la ordenanza para derogar/re-promulgar el Título 6 (animales) con audiencia pública el 1 de julio
• Resolución que apoya el establecimiento de una Organización/Asociación Regional de Gestión de Transporte para reducir los viajes de rampa en el propuesto nuevo intercambiador de la I-70 en 29 Road
• Resolución que autoriza la construcción y el acuerdo de participación de costos para la cuenca regional de detención de aguas pluviales en 600 28 ¼ Road con Mesa County y entidades privadas
• Resolución para enmendar el contrato para la administración del Código de Resiliencia ante Incendios Forestales y adoptar las tarifas asociadas

Council approved a series of resolutions regarding stormwater management, transportation, and the lodgers tax. They also appointed a new member to the Downtown Development Authority Business Improvement District. An ordinance regarding animals was tabled for a future workshop.

• Appointed Steven Boyd to the Downtown Development Authority Business Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved Police Department replacement chiller procurement (unanimous)
• Authorized construction contract for 2026 Concrete Curb, Gutter, and Sidewalk Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to support a Regional Transportation Management Organization/Association for the I-70 interchange at 29 Road (unanimous)
• Approved construction and cost share agreement for a regional stormwater detention basin at 600 28 ¼ Road (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Grand Junction Sports Commission regarding the 3% lodgers tax increase (unanimous)
• Approved vacating 0.31 acres of multipurpose easements along South Broadway (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance repealing and reenacting Title 6 regarding animals (unanimous)

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority revisará varias solicitudes de renovación de licencias para restaurantes y supermercados locales. La reunión también incluye una solicitud para cambiar la ubicación de una licencia de hotel y restaurante, así como una solicitud de permiso para un evento especial.

• Renovaciones de licencias para Outback Steakhouse (2432 Hwy. 6 & 50), Safeway Store #897 (2512 Broadway), Safeway Store #2625 (681 Horizon Drive) y The Winery Restaurant (642 Main Street)
• Cambio de ubicación para Citrolas, de 759 Horizon Drive a 755 Horizon Drive
• Permiso para evento especial para HopeWest '2026 Spoons Under the Moon' el 1 de agosto de 2026

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved four liquor license renewals for Cutback Steakhouse, two Safeway stores, and The Winery Restaurant, noting fire code violations on two but deeming them complete. It also approved a change of location for Citrolas restaurant from 759 to 755 Horizon Drive based on a survey finding neighborhood needs unmet but no legal reason to deny. A special event permit for HopeWest's '2026 Spoons Under the Moon' was approved.

• Approved four license renewals for Cutback Steakhouse, Safeway #897, Safeway #2625, and The Winery Restaurant (all approved as requested)
• Approved Citrolas change of location from 759 to 755 Horizon Drive (approved)
• Approved HopeWest special event permit for '2026 Spoons Under the Moon' (approved)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo un taller para discutir tres temas principales: la presentación y actualización de la iniciativa Grand Valley River Corridor, la política de redesarrollo y un concepto multimodal para las calles 7th y 9th Streets. No se realizarán votaciones ni decisiones; la sesión es para discusión y recopilación de información.

• Presentación y actualización de la iniciativa Grand Valley River Corridor
• Discusión de la Política de Redesarrollo
• Concepto Multimodal de 7th Street/9th Street
• Comunicación del Concejo Municipal (discusión no estructurada)
• Downtown Development Authority Business Improvement District (otros asuntos)

City Council discussed the Grand Valley River Corridor Initiative and multimodal concepts for 7th and 9th Streets. Council directed staff to prepare a resolution to continue the Redevelopment Area Incentive Policy with clarifications for attached residential projects. No formal votes were recorded as this was a workshop session.

• Directed staff to prepare a resolution to continue the Redevelopment Area Incentive Policy
• Supported clarifying that qualifying attached residential projects are eligible for vertical development incentives
• Requested additional outreach to businesses and property owners regarding the 7th Street/9th Street Multi-Modal Concept

Urban Trails Committee

El comité votará sobre una Lista de Prioridades de Infraestructura y elegirá a un Vicepresidente, luego discutirá la representación de MCPH. La agenda es mayormente de carácter procesal sin proyectos específicos ni montos de dinero listados.

• Elemento de acción: Lista de Prioridades de Infraestructura
• Elección de Vicepresidente
• Discusión sobre la representación de MCPH (probablemente Mesa County Public Health)
• Reconocimiento de miembros salientes

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación está considerando un permiso de uso condicional para un banco de 4,755 pies cuadrados con autoservicio en 1211 Wellington Ave. También tienen solicitudes para desalojar porciones del derecho de vía público a lo largo de South Broadway y 23 Road, y para desalojar dos servidumbres de usos múltiples a lo largo de South Broadway. La reunión incluye la elección de presidente y vicepresidente.

• Permiso de uso condicional para un banco de 4,755 pies cuadrados con autoservicio en 1211 Wellington Ave en zona MU-1
• Desalojo de 18,629 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía a lo largo de South Broadway
• Desalojo de 1,823 pies cuadrados de derecho de vía a lo largo de 23 Road
• Desalojo de 0.31 acres de dos servidumbres de usos múltiples de 14 pies a lo largo de South Broadway
• Elección de presidente y vicepresidente

The commission approved the consent agenda and moved forward recommendations to vacate public right‑of‑way and easements for Grand Junction Land Company, LLC. It also approved a Conditional Use Permit for a Wells Fargo drive‑through bank. Motions to postpone the chair/vice‑chair election and to adjourn the meeting were each adopted.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from April 28, 2026) – vote 4-0
• Forwarded recommendation to approve ROW vacation VAC-2025-329 – vote 4-0
• Forwarded recommendation to approve easement vacation VAC-2025-328 – vote 4-0
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Wells Fargo on Wellington (CUP-2026-72) – vote 4-0
• Postponed chair and vice‑chair election to next meeting – vote 4-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 4-0

PRAB

La Junta Asesora de Parques y Recreación de Grand Junction escuchará una presentación sobre un Plan de Respuesta a la Sequía que propone reducciones de césped en 13 sitios. También discutirán sobre Salt Flats Park, revisarán una encuesta de satisfacción comunitaria y planificarán próximos eventos, incluyendo Go Skate Day el 21 de junio y un corte de cinta para el 400 Block de Main Street a mediados de junio. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 7 de mayo y otros asuntos regulares.

• Plan de Respuesta a la Sequía con reducciones de césped en 13 sitios
• Discusión de Salt Flats Park
• Presentación de la Encuesta de Satisfacción Comunitaria
• 6/21 Go Skate Day y presentación del Starburst Award
• Corte de cinta del 400 Block Main Street a mediados de junio

Forestry

La Junta Asesora de Silvicultura de Grand Junction discutirá y potencialmente actuará sobre la Subvención de Riego de la IRA, los estatutos de silvicultura y nuevos estándares para áreas naturales y trabajo con árboles. Otros puntos incluyen una presentación de una empresa de marketing, un resumen de eventos recientes y la planificación para el Día de Servicio de Contratistas con Licencia de 2026. La junta también escuchará actualizaciones sobre personal, poda y el evento Market on Main.

• Subvención de Riego de la IRA
• Estatutos de Silvicultura
• Día de Servicio de Contratistas con Licencia de 2026
• Presentación de la Empresa de Marketing de Tríptico
• Estándares para Áreas Naturales y limpieza/desbroce

Planning Commission

Esta reunión de la Grand Junction Planning Commission ha sido cancelada. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal celebrará una reunión especial y una sesión ejecutiva con respecto al Administrador de la Ciudad. La discusión se limita a asuntos de personal pertenecientes a una revisión de desempeño.

• Sesión ejecutiva para discutir la revisión de desempeño del Administrador de la Ciudad

The City Council convened in executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the performance review of City Manager Mike Bennett. The session was reconvened and adjourned with no open-session actions taken.

• Unanimously convened executive session (7-0) to discuss city manager performance review
• Unanimously adjourned executive session (7-0)

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Licores de Grand Junction llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para decidir sobre varias renovaciones de licencias de licores y una solicitud de transferencia de propiedad. La transferencia para Ho Palace en 2740 US-50 fue aplazada de una reunión anterior. El organismo también considerará solicitudes de renovación para WestCo Brewing Company, Citrolas, Munchies y Mesa Spa & Nails.

• Transferencia de propiedad para Ho Palace (2740 US-50, Suite 101-103) - Licencia de Cerveza y Vino, aplazada desde el 20 de mayo de 2026
• Renovación para JAWS Brewing, LLC dba WestCo Brewing Company (905 Struthers Avenue) - Brew Pub
• Renovación para J & K Enterprises, Inc. dba Citrolas (759 Horizon Drive, Units M, N, O) - Hotel y Restaurante
• Renovación para Munchies Burgers, LLC dba Munchies (383 29 Road) - Cerveza y Vino
• Renovación para Mesa Spa & Nails, LLC (2695 Patterson Road, Units 7-8) - Cerveza y Vino

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved four license renewal applications and one transfer of ownership application. No objections were raised during the hearing.

• Approved JAWS Brewing renewal (905 Struthers Ave)
• Approved J & K Enterprises renewal (759 Horizon Drive)
• Approved Munchies Burgers renewal (383 29 Road)
• Approved Mesa Spa & Nails renewal (2695 Patterson Road)
• Approved Ho Palace ownership transfer (2740 US-50)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre la enmienda de la ordenanza de acampada para prohibir la aplicación de la norma cuando no haya un refugio nocturno disponible, y sobre la emisión de reembolsos por diferencias en las tarifas de impacto de desarrollo. La agenda de consentimiento incluye establecer una audiencia el 15 de julio para la Anexión Bennett de 18.96 acres en el extremo sur de 23 Road, ajustar las multas por citaciones de estacionamiento y apoyar una solicitud de subvención para las mejoras de seguridad del cruce de ferrocarril de 22 Road

• Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza que prohíbe la aplicación de acampada en propiedad pública cuando no hay un refugio nocturno disponible
• Resolución que establece una audiencia pública para la Anexión Bennett de 18.96 acres en el extremo sur de 23 Road (15 de julio de 2026)
• Resolución que ajusta el programa de escalada de citaciones de estacionamiento
• Adquisición de chips de agregados de 3/8” para el programa de sellado con chips
• Resolución que apoya una solicitud de subvención para el Proyecto de Mejoras de Seguridad del Cruce de Ferrocarril de 22 Road / West Side

The City Council passed three ordinances: one removing the exception that prohibited camping enforcement when no shelter is available (5-2), one revising development impact fees including refunds (4-3), and one renewing rules for the Riverfront Trail (unanimous). The consent agenda was also adopted unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5326 removing the overnight-shelter-availability exception from camping-on-public-property enforcement (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5325 revising development impact fees, including parks fee set at 75% of maximum supportable, and authorizing refunds for fees collected since Jan 1, 2026 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5327 renewing and amending rules for the Riverfront Trail and adjacent areas (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including approval of minutes, setting public hearing for Bennett Annexation, procurements for chip seal and fire suppression, and resolutions on parking citation escalation and grant application (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Board

La Junta de Preservación Histórica llevará a cabo una discusión sobre la propuesta de reubicación de la fuente de National Humane Alliance y recibirá una actualización sobre la solicitud de Gobierno Local Certificado. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores y escuchará comentarios del público. No hay decisiones finales programadas; los puntos son solo para discusión.

• Actualización sobre la solicitud de Gobierno Local Certificado
• Discusión sobre la reubicación de la fuente de National Humane Alliance

City Council

El taller del Concejo Municipal discutirá tres temas: un borrador de la Encuesta Comunitaria 2026, una solicitud de la Task Force del Código de Asequibilidad de Vivienda para un consultor y una revisión por parte del Comité de Bienes Raíces. La reunión también proporciona tiempo no estructurado para que los miembros del concejo compartan ideas e información. No se programaron decisiones formales.

• Revisión del borrador de la Encuesta Comunitaria 2026
• Solicitud de la Task Force del Código de Asequibilidad de Vivienda para un consultor
• Revisión del Comité de Bienes Raíces
• Discusión no estructurada del concejo sobre asuntos actuales

The City Council reached consensus to reduce the Orchard Mesa Pool survey section to three questions and directed staff to revise the wording. The Council also supported moving forward with hiring a consultant for the Housing Affordability Code Task Force and generally supported discontinuing the standing Real Estate Committee.

• Reduced Orchard Mesa Pool survey section to three questions (consensus)
• Directed staff to revise Orchard Mesa Pool survey wording
• Supported hiring consultant for Housing Affordability Code Task Force
• Agreed two Task Force reps will participate in consultant selection
• Generally supported discontinuing the standing Real Estate Committee
• Supported preparing single proclamation for 250th Anniversary
• Supported moving forward with Title VI (Animal Code) revisions
• No changes planned for river encampment facilities at this time

Arts & Culture

La Comisión de Artes y Cultura de Grand Junction escuchará una presentación sobre el establecimiento de una relación de ciudades hermanas con Ito City, Japón. La comisión también discutirá recomendaciones para los murales en cajas de transformadores de CRC y murales aRT, y considerará una resolución sobre el Plan Cultural Estratégico. Las actualizaciones sobre proyectos del 1% y nuevas propuestas de exhibiciones de arte público también están en la agenda.

• Propuesta de relación de ciudades hermanas entre Grand Junction e Ito City, Japón
• Recomendaciones para murales en cajas de transformadores de CRC
• Revisión y recomendaciones de murales aRT
• Resolución del Subcomité del Plan Cultural Estratégico de la GJCAC
• Actualizaciones sobre proyectos del 1% y nuevas propuestas del Programa de Exhibición de Arte Público

The Commission on Arts and Culture unanimously tabled a proposal to require artist disclosures regarding AI use. The body also approved a resolution to form a Bylaws Subcommittee and discussed the status of a Sculpture Garden project.

• Approved March 25 and April 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on AI artwork disclosure to a special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to create GJCAC Bylaws Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

La reunión de la Comisión de Planificación de Grand Junction programada para el 26 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se discutieron ni decidieron temas.

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación lleva a cabo un taller para discutir el estacionamiento y almacenamiento de bicicletas, la configuración de los espacios de estacionamiento y planes de paisajismo alternativos. No hay votaciones ni decisiones programadas; los puntos son solo para discusión.

• Discusión sobre el estacionamiento y almacenamiento de bicicletas
• Discusión sobre la configuración de los espacios de estacionamiento
• Discusión sobre planes de paisajismo alternativos

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Cannabis escuchará las solicitudes de renovación de licencias para tres tiendas minoristas y una tienda médica. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos programados.

• Colorado Greens, LLC dba The Green Horizon, 739 Horizon Dr, Unit B - renovación de tienda minorista
• Canna Care, LLC, 250 Fischer Avenue, Unit A - renovación de tienda minorista
• RJJ Grand Junction, LLC dba Native Roots, 683 Horizon Dr, #110 - renovación de tienda minorista
• RJJ Grand Junction, LLC dba Native Roots, 683 Horizon Dr, #110 - renovación de tienda médica

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority approved the renewal of four cannabis retail store licenses. No medical store licenses were renewed.

• Approved renewal for Colorado Greens, LLC dba The Green Horizon
• Approved renewal for Canna Care, LLC
• Approved renewal for RJJ Grand Junction, LLC dba Native Roots (Retail)
• No medical store licenses were renewed
• No one spoke against any applications

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Licores de Grand Junction llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para decidir sobre 15 renovaciones de licencias, dos transferencias de propiedad, una nueva solicitud de licencia para Fuzzy's Tacos y un permiso de evento especial para el Western Slope H.O.G. Freedom Fest. La reunión es la sesión regular del organismo para acciones de licencias de licores.

• Nueva solicitud de licencia de Hotel y Restaurante para Fuzzy's Tacos en 2480 Highway 6 & 50, Unit A
• Transferencia de propiedad para Junct'n Square Pizza (626 Rood Avenue) y Ho Palace (2740 US-50)
• La renovación de Coloradough (1410 North Avenue) fue continuada de la audiencia del 15 de abril
• Permiso de evento especial para Western Slope H.O.G. '2026 Freedom Fest' en 2747 Crossroads Blvd el 20 de junio de 2026
• Renovaciones para Red Robin, The Brass Rail Tavern, Trail Life Brewing y otros 11 establecimientos

The Liquor Licensing Authority renewed 14 existing liquor licenses and approved a new Hotel & Restaurant license for Fuzzy's Tacos. One renewal was continued due to unresolved fire code violations. A special event permit for a Harley Owners Group festival was also approved.

• Approved 14 license renewals (2-15)
• Continued Doughp LLC renewal due to fire code violations
• Approved transfer of ownership for Junct'n Square Pizza
• Continued transfer of ownership for Ho Palace to June 3, 2026
• Approved new Hotel & Restaurant license for Fuzzy's Tacos
• Approved special event permit for 2026 Freedom Fest

City Council

El Concejo Municipal votará sobre artículos de consentimiento que incluyen acuerdos de vivienda asequible y asignaciones de bonos, luego llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre múltiples enmiendas al código de zonificación (que afectan a las ADUs, el diseño de redesarrollo de unidades múltiples, paisajismo, letreros, iluminación y autoservicios), una anexión y rezonificación para Monument Vistas, y una enmienda de arrendamiento para Las Colonias Business Park. También se introdujeron ordenanzas sobre la aplicación de reglas de acampada y senderos de la ribera, con audiencias públicas programadas para el 3 de junio.

• IGA con Fruita, Palisade, Mesa County para la atribución de crédito de unidades de vivienda asequible de la Proposición 123
• Asignación del límite de volumen de bonos de actividad privada de 2026 a GJHA para Haven at the Salt Flats y a CHFA para 29 Mile Apartments
• Audiencia pública: Anexión de 41.09 acres en 888 21 Road (Monument Vistas)
• Audiencia pública: Rezonificación de 19.83 acres en 860 21 Road de Industrial Light a Residential Low 5
• Audiencia pública: Ordenanza que enmienda el código de zonificación para Unidades de Vivienda Accesoria (ADUs), estándares de diseño de redesarrollo de unidades múltiples, y más

The City Council introduced an ordinance eliminating the exception that required available overnight shelter before enforcing camping bans on public property, setting a public hearing for June 3. Council also approved renewing Riverfront Trail rules, a $733,084 equipment purchase for the recycling facility, a supplemental budget appropriation, and multiple zoning code amendments.

• Removed shelter exception for camping enforcement on first reading (5-2)
• Renewed rules for Riverfront Trail and adjacent areas on first reading (6-1)
• Approved $733,084 procurement of front-end loaders, skid loader, and forklift for MRF (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriation for 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning code amendments covering ADUs, design standards, signs, lighting, and natural hazards (unanimous)
• Adopted drive-through facility standards amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: affordable housing IGA, bond volume caps for GJHA and CHFA, Safe Streets grant application, council assignments, and air service alliance agreement (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevó a cabo un taller para discutir tres temas: una evaluación de las necesidades de vivienda, el evento Air Race X y las asignaciones de enlaces para juntas y comisiones. Los miembros del Concejo utilizaron la sesión para compartir información y considerar asuntos que podrían abordarse en futuras reuniones formales. No se tomaron decisiones formales durante el taller.

• Evaluación de las necesidades de vivienda
• Evento Air Race X
• Asignaciones de enlaces de Juntas y Comisiones

The City Council held a workshop to review a draft Housing Needs Assessment and discuss upcoming liaison assignments for boards and commissions. No formal votes were taken.

• Discussed housing needs assessment and affordability gaps
• Discussed Air Race X event and revised partnership model
• Discussed Urban Trails Committee liaison roles and potential dual assignments
• Agreed to schedule norms-of-conduct training
• Reaffirmed several liaison assignments
• Removed Air Service Alliance and Colorado Water Congress from liaison list
• Encouraged further discussion on Business Incubator Center liaison
• Resolved to present final board appointments at next regular meeting

General

El Grupo de Trabajo del Código de Vivienda Asequible se reunió para considerar los cambios propuestos por el personal al código TEDS, discutir el próximo proceso de RFP y revisar las mejoras generales del proceso para el desarrollo comunitario. Los participantes también examinaron una propuesta de ordenanza de almacenamiento/estacionamiento de bicicletas que fue retirada de la agenda del Concejo Municipal y devuelta al grupo de trabajo. La reunión incluyó actualizaciones sobre varios temas pendientes y una revisión de acciones completadas como el cumplimiento digital de ADA e información sobre la tarifa de vinculación de zonificación de inclusión.

• Cambios propuestos por el personal de TEDS – presentados por Rick Dorris
• Discusión del proceso de RFP – dirigida por Duane Hoff
• Discusión de procesos – facilitada por Keith Ehlers
• Mejora del Proceso de Desarrollo Comunitario (BakerTilly) – presentada por Tamra Allen
• Primera lectura del Concejo Municipal sobre Almacenamiento/Estacionamiento de Bicicletas – retirada y devuelta al grupo de trabajo (Mark / Mike)

Urban Trails Committee

El Urban Trails Committee votará sobre las cartas de apoyo para el programa SS4A y el Riverfront Trail. El comité también discutirá sobre Better Block University y recibirá una actualización sobre la Infrastructure Priorities List.

• Carta de Apoyo para SS4A (tema de acción)
• Carta de Apoyo para Riverfront Trail (tema de acción)
• Discusión de Better Block University
• Actualización de la Infrastructure Priorities List
• Aprobación de las actas de abril

Planning Commission

Esta reunión de la Grand Junction Planning Commission, programada para el 12 de mayo de 2026, ha sido cancelada. No se discutieron ni decidieron puntos.

Planning Commission

El taller de la Comisión de Planificación programado para el 7 de mayo de 2026 fue cancelado. No se discutieron ni decidieron temas de la agenda. Por lo tanto, la reunión no tiene acciones o propuestas sustantivas.

PRAB

La junta revisará las actas de la reunión de abril. La agenda incluye una discusión sobre las reglas del Riverfront Trail y áreas adyacentes y un recorrido por el Community Recreation Center.

• Reglas del Riverfront Trail y Áreas Adyacentes
• Recorrido por el Community Recreation Center (CRC)

Forestry

La Junta Asesora de Silvicultura considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de abril y escuchará comentarios del público. Los temas de asuntos nuevos incluyen una revisión del Arbor Day 2026, actualizaciones a los Estatutos de Silvicultura (Forestry Bylaws), un Tríptico de Bienes Raíces (Real-Estate Trifold), una Subvención de Riego IRA, Market on Main 2026, y reglas y regulaciones. Las actualizaciones de silvicultura cubren el resumen de la plantación de árboles, Westlake, y el Spring of Memorial Trees.

• Revisión del Arbor Day 2026
• Actualización de los Estatutos de Silvicultura (Forestry Bylaws)
• Discusión de la Subvención de Riego IRA
• Market on Main 2026
• Resumen de la finalización de la plantación de árboles

City Council

El Concejo Municipal elegirá a un alcalde y a un presidente del concejo, y considerará una resolución para prohibir la venta o el comercio de fuegos artificiales. También están programando audiencias públicas para el 20 de mayo sobre varias enmiendas al código de zonificación, una enmienda al plan integral y la rezonificación de 19.83 acres en Monument Vistas (860 21 Road), una vacación de derecho de vía y una enmienda de arrendamiento para Monument Business Park, además de una audiencia el 17 de junio sobre la anexión de 1.59 acres en 3009 D 5/8 Road. Los artículos de consentimiento incluyen contratos para el reasfaltado de canchas de tenis, la conversión a iluminación LED y reparaciones de calles, así como la continuación de una audiencia sobre cargos de impacto de desarrollo.

• Resolución para prohibir la venta o el comercio de fuegos artificiales
• Audiencia pública programada para el 20 de mayo sobre enmiendas al código de zonificación con respecto a ADUs, diseño multiunidad, letreros y autoservicio (drive-throughs)
• Audiencia pública para la rezonificación de 19.83 acres de Industrial a Residencial de Baja Densidad en 860 21 Road (Monument Vistas)
• Audiencia pública para la anexión de 1.59 acres en 3009 D 5/8 Road (Colorado Infill LTD) programada para el 17 de junio
• Contrato para completar la fase final de la conversión a iluminación LED en edificios de la ciudad

The City Council elected Laurel Lutz as Council President and Ben Van Dyke as Council President Pro Tem. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to ban the sale or trade of fireworks due to drought conditions.

• Elected Laurel Lutz as Council President/Ex-Officio Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Ben Van Dyke as Council President Pro Tem/Ex-Officio Mayor Pro Tem (4-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 39-26 to ban the sale, exchange, or trade of fireworks (4-3)
• Repealed Resolution No. 13-26 regarding Camelback Gardens Planned Development (5-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1 through 4 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal se reúne en una sesión ejecutiva especial cerrada al público. El único propósito es discutir negociaciones, estrategia y recibir asesoría legal con respecto a una posible transferencia de propiedad inmobiliaria en 2736 Unawep Ave en Grand Junction.

• Sesión ejecutiva para discutir la posible transferencia de propiedad inmobiliaria en 2736 Unawep Ave

The Grand Junction City Council convened a special meeting solely for an executive session to discuss negotiations and receive legal advice regarding a possible transfer of real property at 2736 Unaweep Ave. No votes on substantive matters were taken; the only action was a unanimous 7-0 vote to enter the executive session and later to adjourn.

• Unanimously approved entering executive session to discuss property transfer negotiations (7-0)

General

La Autoridad de Licencias de Cannabis se reunirá para considerar las solicitudes de renovación de dos tiendas minoristas de cannabis: Lucky Me Dispensary en 2648 Patterson Road y Grand Junction Greenery en 762 Horizon Drive. No se incluye otro asunto sustancial en la agenda.

• Lucky Me Dispensary, LLC dba Lucky Me Dispensary, 2648 Patterson Road, Unit C – renovación de licencia de tienda minorista
• CamCap, LLC dba Grand Junction Greenery, 762 Horizon Drive – renovación de licencia de tienda minorista

The Grand Junction Cannabis Licensing Authority approved two retail marijuana license renewals. Lucky Me Dispensary was renewed without issues. Grand Junction Greenery received conditional approval due to fire code violations from an unpermitted vault installation, with a follow-up scheduled for August 5, 2026, to confirm all violations are resolved.

• Approved Lucky Me Dispensary retail store license renewal
• Conditionally approved Grand Junction Greenery retail store license renewal with follow-up on August 5, 2026

City Council

La Autoridad de Licencias de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Grand Junction considerará cinco solicitudes de renovación de licencia y una solicitud de transferencia de propiedad en su reunión del 6 de mayo de 2026. Las renovaciones incluyen Tequila's, Taste of Chang An, Clubhouse 25, Cornhole Etc., y Blue Moon Bar & Grille. La transferencia involucra a Bistro 317 en 317 Main Street. No se menciona otro asunto.

• Transferencia de propiedad para Bistro 317 en 317 Main Street (Savage Soul, LLC)
• Renovación para Tequila's en 2560 North Avenue (Hotel & Restaurant)
• Renovación para Taste of Chang An en 757 Horizon Drive (Beer & Wine)
• Renovación para Clubhouse 25 en 2057 S Broadway (Hotel & Restaurant con 3 locales opcionales)
• Renovación para Blue Moon Bar & Grille en 120 N 7th Street (Hotel & Restaurant con arrendamiento de comedor al aire libre)

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved the renewal of five existing liquor licenses for hotels, restaurants, a bar, and an entertainment facility. The transfer of ownership for Bistro 317 was also approved. No objections were raised and the meeting adjourned at 2:23 p.m.

• Approved renewal of Tequila’s II, Inc. liquor license
• Approved renewal of Taste of Chang An, LLC liquor license
• Approved renewal of Clubhouse 25, LLC liquor license
• Approved renewal of Cornhole Etc. liquor license
• Approved renewal of Blue Moon Bar & Grille liquor license
• Approved transfer of ownership for Bistro 317 (Savage Soul, LLC)

Historic Preservation Board

La Junta de Preservación Histórica considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de abril de 2026 y recibirá una actualización sobre el programa de Gobierno Local Certificado (CLG). No se programaron decisiones formales sobre proyectos o financiamiento específicos; la agenda consiste principalmente en asuntos administrativos de rutina.

• Aprobación de las actas de la audiencia ordinaria del 7 de abril de 2026
• Tema de discusión: actualización del CLG (Certified Local Government)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal llevó a cabo un taller para discutir tres temas: campamentos en propiedad pública, una encuesta comunitaria y la solicitud del Comité de Senderos Urbanos (Urban Trails Committee) de tener representación en el Grupo de Trabajo del Código de Asequibilidad de Vivienda (Housing Affordability Code Task Force). No se programaron decisiones formales; la reunión proporcionó un entorno informal para que los miembros del concejo compartieran ideas y recopilaran información. Los residentes pueden enviar comentarios por correo electrónico, teléfono o en una reunión regular del concejo.

• Campamentos en propiedad pública – discusión
• Encuesta comunitaria – discusión
• Solicitud del Urban Trails Committee de representación en el Housing Affordability Code Task Force – discusión

City Council reached a consensus to amend the ordinance prohibiting camping on public property to remove restrictions tied to shelter availability. Council also agreed not to add an Urban Trails Committee member to the Housing Affordability Code Task Force. A coatings procurement item was postponed for further review.

• Consensus reached to amend ordinance removing shelter-availability restriction for camping enforcement
• Denied request to add Urban Trails Committee member to Housing Affordability Code Task Force
• Agreed to draft formal letter clarifying advisory role expectations for boards and commissions
• Postponed coatings procurement item for additional review

City Council

Esta es una reunión especial del Grand Junction City Council convocada únicamente para una sesión ejecutiva, la cual es cerrada al público. La sesión tiene como fin discutir asuntos de personal relacionados con la revisión del desempeño del administrador de la ciudad bajo la ley estatal de reuniones abiertas.

• Sesión ejecutiva para discutir la revisión del desempeño del administrador de la ciudad bajo C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f)(I)

The City Council convened in an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the city manager's performance review. The session was reconvened after no further business was discussed.

• Unanimously convened executive session (6-0) for city manager performance review
• Adjourned executive session (5-0) after completion

General

El Grupo de Trabajo del Código de Vivienda Asequible discutirá enmiendas al código que incluyen estacionamiento para bicicletas, CID y entradas de vehículos compartidas. También revisarán un resumen de las tarifas de impacto y considerarán una carta de la HACTF. La discusión de políticas y las actualizaciones sobre recomendaciones pendientes y elementos completados también están en la agenda.

• Discusión sobre las enmiendas al código de estacionamiento para bicicletas (retirado de la agenda del Concejo Municipal)
• Consideración de la carta de HACTF sobre las tarifas de impacto
• Discusión de políticas sobre temas que incluyen el alcance de TEDS, encuestas y vencimientos de planos (plats)
• Elementos de acción pendientes: árboles significativos, CID, estanques de detención (audiencias de PC por determinar)
• Elementos completados: cumplimiento de ADA, tarifa de vinculación de zonificación de inclusión (solo información), reunión/lista de verificación de pre-aplicación

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una solicitud para dejar vacante una parte del derecho de vía de 24 ¼ Road, una enmienda al plan integral y la rezonificación de 19.83 acres en 860 21 Road de industrial a residencial de baja densidad, así como múltiples enmiendas al Código de Zonificación y Desarrollo que cubren unidades de vivienda accesorias, estándares de diseño y facilidades de autoservicio (drive-through), entre otros.

• Vacar los 15 pies orientales del derecho de vía de 24 ¼ Road entre Canyon View Park y 2426 G Road
• Enmienda al Plan Integral para 19.83 acres en 860 21 Road de Industrial a Residencial de Baja Densidad
• Rezonificación de 19.83 acres en 860 21 Road de Industrial Ligero (I-1) a Residencial de Baja Densidad 5 (RL-5)
• Enmendar el Código de Zonificación con respecto a Unidades de Vivienda Accesorias, Estándares de Diseño para la Redesarrollo Residencial de Varias Unidades y Sustituciones de Paisajismo
• Enmendar el Código de Zonificación con respecto a Facilidades de Autoservicio (Drive-Through)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for several land use requests and zoning code amendments. These include a right-of-way vacation, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a rezoning at 860 21 Road. The commission also moved to recommend various updates to the Title 21 Zoning and Development Code.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended conditional approval for G Road ROW vacation (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Brookfield West Comprehensive Plan Amendment at 860 21 Road (7-0)
• Recommended conditional approval for Brookfield West Rezone at 860 21 Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Q2 2026 Zoning Code Amendments (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Drive-Through Facilities Zoning Code Amendments (4-3)

General

The Housing Affordability Code Task Force discussed legal frameworks for irrigation easements, recommended delaying a certified irrigation designer requirement for three years, directed the removal of long-term bicycle parking requirements, and agreed to use a master revocable permit approach administratively. The task force also cancelled future TEDS sub-committee meetings and planned to shift to policy-level discussions at the next meeting.

• Recommended 3-year delay of Certified Irrigation Designer requirement
• Directed removal of long-term bicycle parking requirements from code
• Approved master revocable permit approach for irrigation crossings (administrative, no code change)
• Cancelled all future TEDS sub-committee meetings
• Scheduled April 30 meeting for policy brainstorming session
• Reached consensus that city should not adjudicate easement disputes

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Grand Junction ha cancelado su taller del 23 de abril de 2026. La agenda contiene únicamente trámites de procedimiento: llamado al orden, otros asuntos y cierre de la sesión. No se han programado rezonificaciones, contratos, cambios de tarifas ni audiencias públicas.

• Reunión cancelada
• No hay temas sustantivos ni audiencias públicas programadas

Arts & Culture

La Comisión de Artes y Cultura de Grand Junction discutirá la divulgación del uso de IA en la Convocatoria para Artistas, revisará el proceso de selección de artistas y considerará resoluciones para los Estatutos y los Subcomités del Jardín de Esculturas. También recibirán actualizaciones sobre proyectos del 1% para Arte Público, el Programa de Exhibición de Arte Público y una encuesta de informe de un programa de financiamiento. Se recibirán comentarios del público.

• Demostración de obras de arte con IA por Jeffrey Pickett
• Divulgación del uso de IA en la Convocatoria para Artistas
• Revisión del proceso de selección de artistas
• Resoluciones de los Estatutos de la GJCAC y del Subcomité del Jardín de Esculturas
• Actualizaciones sobre Proyectos del 1% y el Programa de Exhibición de Arte Público

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture recommended John Hasting's proposal for the CRC Child Watch mural (6-4-1) and Chloe Kelly's proposal for the CRC Community Room mural (8-0-3), each with notes for adjustments. A motion to let City staff and architects choose a local artist for an unselected CRC mural space failed (2-4). The Commission unanimously voted to have staff bring top 2-3 proposals for the Mezzanine Fitness mural to a special meeting. Subcommittees on bylaws and a sculpture garden were discussed but not formally created.

• Recommended John Hasting's CRC Child Watch mural with design note (6-4-1)
• Recommended Chloe Kelly's CRC Community Room mural with paint instruction (8-0-3)
• Motion to let staff choose local artist for CRC mural failed (2-4)
• Unanimously recommended staff bring top 2-3 proposals for Mezzanine Fitness mural
• Consensus to schedule special meeting for Mezzanine Fitness mural recommendation
• Consensus to form Bylaws Subcommittee (up to 3 members, 6 months) and Sculpture Garden Subcommittee (up to 3 members, 12 months) — resolutions pending
• Agenda item on Call for Artist process and AI use moved to April meeting
• Approved minutes from February 23 special, February 25 regular, and March 12 special meetings with corrected titles (unanimous)

Arts & Culture

La Comisión de Artes y Cultura de Grand Junction se reunirá el 16 de abril de 2026. La agenda incluye puntos estándar tales como el llamado al orden, presentaciones, comentarios del público, aprobación de actas y actualizaciones del personal y de los comisionados. La comisión considerará una recomendación para que un artista cree un mural de fitness en el Mezzanine del CRC. No se enumeran otras acciones específicas.

• recomendación del artista para el mural de fitness del Mezzanine del CRC

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará puntos de la agenda de consentimiento, incluyendo una ordenanza para ajustar las tarifas de impacto de desarrollo, múltiples contratos de adquisición y resoluciones sobre las tarifas de licencias comerciales de cannabis y una Subvención de Asistencia de Justicia. En la agenda regular, el Concejo votará para adjudicar un contrato de construcción para las modificaciones de la Fase 1 de la Material Recovery Facility. También están programadas una proclama para el Día del Árbol y nombramientos para la Junta Asesora de Parques y Recreación.

• Ordenanza para enmendar las tarifas de impacto de desarrollo y autorizar reembolsos, con una audiencia pública programada para el 6 de mayo de 2026
• Autorizar contrato para proporcionar e instalar equipo de gimnasio en el Community Recreation Center
• Autorizar contrato para el recubrimiento interior del tanque sur de la planta de tratamiento de agua
• Resolución que enmienda varias tarifas y cargos para licencias comerciales de cannabis
• Adjudicación de contrato de construcción para las Material Recovery Facility Modifications Phase 1 a KR Construction Group, INC.

The council adopted the consent agenda items, except the water‑treatment contract, by unanimous voice vote. It reappointed three members and appointed one member to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for full and partial terms. The council tabled the water‑treatment plant south tank interior recoating contract to seek legal advice. Finally, it authorized a $4,281,380 construction contract with KR Construction Group for Phase 1 of the Materials Recovery Facility.

• Adopted consent agenda items 1‑5 (excluding water‑treatment contract) by unanimous voice vote
• Reappointed Bill Findlay, Nancy Strippel, and Bryon Wiehe to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (full terms)
• Appointed Cayman Haltiner to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (partial term)
• Tabled water‑treatment plant south tank interior recoating contract for legal review by unanimous voice vote
• Approved $4,281,380 contract with KR Construction Group for Materials Recovery Facility Phase 1 by unanimous voice vote

City Council

El Concejo Municipal se reunirá en una sesión ejecutiva especial cerrada al público para discutir negociaciones y estrategia con respecto a una posible transferencia de propiedad inmobiliaria en 2736 Unawep Avenue. No hay acción pública ni votación programada.

• Sesión ejecutiva bajo la ley de Colorado para discutir negociaciones para una posible transferencia de propiedad en 2736 Unawep Ave

The Grand Junction City Council held a special meeting and unanimously voted 7-0 to convene an executive session to discuss negotiations regarding a possible transfer of real property at 2736 Unaweep Ave. No public decisions were made; the session adjourned without further action.

• Voted 7-0 to hold executive session for negotiations on 2736 Unaweep Ave property transfer

City Council

La Autoridad de Licencias de Licores de Grand Junction llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar múltiples renovaciones de licencias de licores, incluyendo una presentación tardía, una nueva solicitud de licencia y cuatro permisos para eventos especiales para eventos de mayo de 2026. Los artículos incluyen renovaciones para Redlands Liquor, Western Colorado Center for the Arts, Sodexo, Coloradough, Thai Number Nine, Las Colonias Amphitheater y Loyal Order of Moose. Se decidirá sobre una nueva solicitud de Mercadito La Mexicana para una licencia de bebidas de malta fermentadas y vino fuera del establecimiento en 2851 North Avenue. Se solicitan permisos para eventos especiales para Rides & Vibes, CMU Grand Valley Beer Fest, Grand Valley River Fest y las celebraciones de Cinco de Mayo.

• Nueva solicitud de licencia: Mercadito La Mexicana para bebidas de malta fermentadas y vino fuera del establecimiento en 2851 North Avenue
• Renovación tardía: City of Grand Junction dba The Park (30 días de retraso) en 800 Mantlo Circle
• Permiso de evento especial: Rides & Vibes 2026 en Main Street (bloques 300-600) el 8 y 9 de mayo
• Permiso de evento especial: CMU Grand Valley Beer Fest 2026 en el CMU Football Practice Field el 15 de mayo
• Permisos de eventos especiales: Grand Valley River Fest en Las Colonias Butterfly Pond el 16 de mayo y Cinco de Mayo en Main Street el 2 de mayo

The Authority approved several liquor license renewals and a new off-premises license for Mercadito La Mexicana. Four special event permits for May 2026 were approved, while one renewal for Coloradough was continued due to fire code violations.

• Approved liquor license renewals for Redlands Liquor, Western Colorado Center for the Arts, Sodexo, Thai Number Nine, Las Colonias Amphitheater, and Loyal Order of Moose #270
• Continued liquor license renewal for Coloradough to May 20, 2026, citing fire code violations
• Approved late liquor license renewal for The Park
• Approved new Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine off-premises license for Mercadito La Mexicana
• Approved special event permit for Rides & Vibes 2026 (Grand Junction Sports Commission)
• Approved special event permit for CMU Grand Valley Beer Fest 2026 (CMU Foundation)
• Approved special event permit for Grand Valley River Fest 2026 (Save-A-Life-Jacket Program)
• Approved special event permit for Cinco de Mayo 2026 (Western Colorado Alliance)

Planning Commission

La Planning Commission decidirá sobre las enmiendas propuestas a la Section 21.02.070 del Zoning and Development Code respecto a las Development Impact Fees. En el orden del día de consentimiento, la comisión estudiará una prórroga de un año para el plazo de registro de planos de Goose Downs Subdivision (53 lots on 14.7 acres, RL-4 zone, at 359 29 5/8 Road) y la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores.

• Enmienda a la Section 21.02.070 del Zoning and Development Code sobre Development Impact Fees
• Prórroga del plazo de registro de planos para Goose Downs Subdivision (53 lots, 14.7 acres, RL-4 zone, 359 29 5/8 Road)

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to forward a recommendation to City Council to amend the Zoning and Development Code regarding development impact fees. The meeting also approved the consent agenda and adjourned.

• Moved consent agenda item 1 (minutes) to next hearing due to missing packet
• Approved consent agenda 2 (Goose Downs Subdivision extension) 7-0
• Forwarded recommendation to approve impact fee code amendments 7-0
• Adjourned meeting 7-0

City Council

El Concejo Municipal lleva a cabo un taller para discutir varios temas, incluyendo una resolución para incluir espacios abiertos adyacentes propiedad de la ciudad en el Camelback Gardens Planned Development, el evento Air Race X, y una carta de apoyo para una organización regional de gestión de transporte con el fin de reducir los viajes de rampa en un propuesto nuevo intercambiador de la I-70 en 29 Road. El Concejo también considerará las asignaciones de juntas y comisiones y nombramientos para la Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. No se toman votos formales en los talleres; estos temas pueden ser considerados en una reunión regular futura.

• Discusión de la Resolución 13-26 para incluir espacios abiertos propiedad de la ciudad en el Camelback Gardens Planned Development y del plan de esquema
• Discusión del evento Air Race X
• Resolución que autoriza al alcalde a firmar una carta de apoyo para una organización/asociación regional de gestión de transporte para reducir los viajes de rampa en el propuesto intercambiador de la I-70 en 29 Road
• Asignaciones de juntas y comisiones, incluyendo al alcalde y al alcalde pro tem
• Nombramientos para la Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The City Council workshop discussed several topics but took no formal votes. Council directed staff to further evaluate the Air Race X event proposal and return with details within 30 days. Other items, including reconsideration of the Camelback Gardens development plan and a letter supporting a regional transportation management organization, were discussed but no final action was taken. Board appointments will be formalized at a later meeting.

• Directed staff to vet the Air Race X event proposal and bring back a detailed report within 30 days
• Set future agenda item for formal reconsideration of Resolution 13-26 (Camelback Gardens PD) with public comment
• Discussed but took no action on letter of support for a regional Transportation Management Organization/Association
• Discussed but took no action on annual boards and commissions assignments (to be formalized in May)

Planning Commission

El taller de la Comisión de Planificación programado para el 9 de abril de 2026 fue cancelado. No se discutirán ni decidirán temas de la agenda en esta reunión.

Urban Trails Committee

El Comité de Senderos Urbanos (Urban Trails Committee) aprobará las actas de marzo, tomará medidas para añadir elementos a la lista de prioridades de infraestructura y discutirá una carta sobre el estacionamiento de bicicletas a largo plazo. Las actualizaciones de los subcomités y los comentarios del público también están en la agenda.

• Acción sobre las adiciones a la Lista de Prioridades de Infraestructura
• Discusión de la Carta de Estacionamiento de Bicicletas a Largo Plazo
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo
• Anuncio del Banquete de Voluntarios
• Actualizaciones de los subcomités

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss Certified Local Government (CLG) updates. The board will also consider a letter of recommendation for the City Council.

• Approval of March 3, 2026 regular hearing minutes
• CLG Updates and Letter of Recommendation for City Council

General

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force will review a spreadsheet of code amendments, including detention ponds and pending recommendations on bike parking, CID, and significant trees. The meeting will also cover updates on TEDS and surveying.

• Review of Code Amendment Spreadsheet (Detention Ponds)
• Discussion on Pending Recommendations (Bike Parking, CID, Significant Trees)
• TEDS Scoping for consultant
• Significant Trees PC Hearing
• CID Certified Irrigation Designer PC Hearing

The Housing Affordability Code Task Force reviewed the status of several pending code amendments. The group decided to return to biweekly meetings to separate code amendment discussions from policy discussions.

• Returned to biweekly meeting schedule
• Assigned TF members to review Detention Pond draft ordinance and staff report
• Tasked TF members with reviewing short term bicycle parking code language

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss Matchett Bike Park and the Lunch Loop Bike Park, and consider a letter of support for a GOCO grant. The board will also review an organizational chart update.

• Approval of March 5 meeting minutes
• Matchett Bike Park discussion
• Lunch Loop Bike Park discussion
• Letter of support for GOCO Riverfront Trail grant
• Org chart update

Forestry

The Grand Junction Forestry Advisory Board will meet to discuss several new business items, including the 2026 Private Ash Treatment program, a volunteer appreciation dinner, spring cleanup, and an IRA Irrigation Grant. They will also review marketing materials, seedling descriptions, and plans for Southwest Arbor Fest. The meeting includes approval of March minutes and public comments.

• Private Ash Treatment 2026
• Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - 4/27
• Spring Cleanup and Tree Damage
• IRA Irrigation Grant
• Market on Main 2026

City Council

The council will review renewal applications for nine existing liquor licenses and consider a new license for The Roost, Inc., a hotel‑restaurant. It will also hear special event permit requests for three upcoming community events. No other business is listed.

• Renewal for Patel Liquor V, LLC dba North Avenue Liquors – retail liquor store
• Renewal for City of Grand Junction dba Canyon View Softball Complex – beer & wine
• Renewal for Pinnacle Venue Services, LLC dba Avalon Theatre – entertainment facility
• New liquor license application for The Roost, Inc. dba The Roost – hotel & restaurant
• Special event permit for Mesa Developmental Services dba STRIVE – Tulips & Juleps Derby Watch Party and concert series at 655 Struthers Avenue

The Liquor Licensing Authority approved nine license renewals and a new hotel and restaurant license for The Roost, Inc. Two special event permits were also approved for Mesa Developmental Services dba STRIVE and the Museums of Western Colorado. A permit application from the Mesa County Libraries Foundation was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.

• Approved 9 liquor license renewals
• Approved new Hotel & Restaurant license for The Roost, Inc. dba The Roost
• Approved special event permit for Mesa Developmental Services dba STRIVE
• Approved special event permit for Museums of Western Colorado
• Withdrew special event permit application for Mesa County Libraries Foundation

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine items such as approving minutes from the March 18 meeting, a pool operations agreement, and a contract to install furniture at the Community Recreation Center. Council members will also vote on several resolutions, including a settlement of the New National Opioids Six Remnant Defendants lawsuit. Public hearings will be held on a graywater control ordinance and a supplemental appropriation for the Downtown Development Authority. A resolution will excuse Councilmember Ballard from certain absences during military deployment.

• Approval of Minutes of the March 18, 2026 Regular Meeting
• Agreement for Palisade Pool Operations
• Contract to Provide and Install Furniture at the Community Recreation Center
• Resolution approving settlement of New National Opioids Six Remnant Defendants lawsuit
• Ordinance amending Water and Sewers Code Section 13.40 Graywater Control Program

The City Council approved a resolution to seek grant funding for new software systems and passed ordinances regarding graywater control and Downtown Development Authority appropriations. Additionally, the council authorized remote participation for Councilmember Ballard during his military deployment.

• Appointed members to the Urban Trails Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed members to the Downtown Development Authority Business Improvement District (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Planning Commission members to the Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved SIPA grant application for procurement and project management software (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 5316 amending the Graywater Control Program (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 5317 for Downtown Development Authority supplemental appropriations (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved resolution excusing Councilmember Ballard from absences during military deployment (6-0 roll call vote)

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting to hold an executive session regarding the performance review of the City Manager. The session is closed to the public under state law.

• Executive session for City Manager performance review
• Closed-door discussion of personnel matters
• Meeting held at Administration Conference Room

The Grand Junction City Council convened a special meeting to discuss personnel matters. The council voted unanimously to enter an executive session for the purpose of a City Manager performance review.

• Approved entering executive session for City Manager performance review (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a parks impact fee update, councilmember communication and decorum, and Robert Ballard's deployment. No formal votes will be taken; the workshop is for information and discussion ahead of future meetings. The council will also consider appointments to the Urban Trails Committee, Downtown Development Authority Business Improvement District, and Zoning Board of Appeals, as well as a proclamation request for Teacher Appreciation Week.

• Parks Impact Fee Update and Discussion
• Robert Ballard's Deployment discussion
• Councilmember Communication and Decorum discussion
• Appointments to Urban Trails Committee, Downtown Development Authority BID, and Zoning Board of Appeals
• Teacher Appreciation Week Proclamation Request (Social Request)

The Council reached a consensus to adopt Option 3B for park land acquisition, resulting in an estimated cost of $90,000 per acre. Discussion also addressed Councilmember Ballard's military deployment and the need for improved communication decorum among members.

• Adopted consensus for Option 3B parks impact fee (~$90K/acre)
• Directed staff to bring a resolution regarding Councilmember Ballard's deployment to a regular meeting
• Noted expectation of improved communication conduct without immediate censure

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will consider a recommendation for murals at CRC facilities (Child Watch, Community Room, Mezzanine Fitness) and vote on creating Bylaws and Sculpture Garden subcommittees. The commission will also debrief the funding program process, discuss the Call for Artist process and AI use, and receive updates on the aRT on the Riverfront Trail mural project, 1% Projects, and the Public Art Fund.

• CRC Murals recommendation for Child Watch, Community Room, Mezzanine Fitness
• Creation of Bylaws Subcommittee and Sculpture Garden Subcommittee
• aRT on the Riverfront Trail mural project update
• Updates on 1% Projects
• Public Art Fund update

The Commission recommended David Prete for the Community Recreation Center Recognition Artwork and Betony Coons for the CRC Story Wall. Commissioners also approved a tiered funding scenario and established a subcommittee to explore a Sculpture Garden.

• Recommended 'Monument Snow and Fog' artwork for CRC Acoustic Panels (unanimous)
• Approved January 28, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved tiered funding scenario for 2026-27 Funding Program (unanimous)
• Re-elected Robbie Breaux as Chair and Julie Matthews as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Offered Adam Cross opportunity for Watson Island Conex box mural (unanimous)
• Approved use of previously ranked artists for future Conex box murals (unanimous)
• Approved Jack den Hartog for Public Art Exhibit program (unanimous)
• Approved Sandra McGuire for Public Art Exhibit program (unanimous)

City Council

The Grand Junction City Council and Mesa County Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint workshop to discuss updates on the Persigo wastewater treatment plant. Topics include Phase 1 construction progress, planning for Phase 2, and a potential expedited rehabilitation of certain Phase 2 components. The group will also hear about a new wastewater services manager, space planning for a new administration building, and the status of a revised CDPHE discharge permit. No formal decisions are expected as this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Introduction of new Wastewater Services Manager Aaron Rice
• Space planning and conceptual design for new administration/maintenance building
• Construction progress of Phase 1 rehabilitation/expansion project
• Planning for Phase 2 and expedited rehabilitation of certain components
• Status of revised CDPHE discharge permit and Lake Road Lift Station discussion

Planning Commission

The Grand Junction Planning Commission workshop scheduled for March 24, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items (Call to Order, Other Business, Adjournment). No substantive decisions or discussions were planned.

Planning Commission

The Grand Junction Planning Commission meeting on March 19, 2026 will discuss two summary items under Other Business. The first item is a summary of upcoming zoning and development code amendments. The second item is a summary of upcoming amendments related to Certified Local Government status. No decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Summary of Upcoming Zoning and Development Code Amendments
• Summary of Upcoming Amendments Related to Certified Local Government

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will review renewal applications for 10 liquor licenses, including a late filing by Good Judy's (21 days late), and two special event permit requests—one for a climbers' social and another for Southwest Arbor Fest 2026.

• Good Judy's Tavern renewal filed 21 days late
• Pour Fellows, Buffalo Wild Wings, Full Monty Liquors, Guru's Kitchen among renewal applicants
• Special event permit for Climbers' Social on April 30, 2026
• Special event permit for Southwest Arbor Fest 2026 on April 25, 2026

The Authority approved ten liquor license renewals, including one late filing from Good Judy's. Additionally, two special event permits were granted for the Climbers' Social and Southwest Arbor Fest 2026.

• Approved 10 liquor license renewals
• Approved late renewal for Good Judy's (V&J Productions, LLC)
• Approved special event permit for Western Colorado Climbers' Coalition 'Climbers' Social'
• Approved special event permit for City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation 'Southwest Arbor Fest 2026'

City Council

The City Council will act on a consent agenda including a memorandum of understanding with Mesa County for final design of the I-70/29 Road Interchange, design contracts for that corridor, and street maintenance and sidewalk projects. Public hearings are scheduled for adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildland Urban Interface Code, annexing 7.37 acres for the Ricciardella Annexation, and two rezonings totaling about 14.64 acres. The council will also set future public hearings on graywater code amendments, bicycle storage requirements, DDA supplemental appropriation, and a 25.36-acre planned development for Camelback Gardens.

• I-70 / 29 Road Interchange MOU with Mesa County and design services contract
• Construction contract for street maintenance neighborhood repairs
• SRTS Hermosa Avenue sidewalk project contract
• Public hearing to adopt 2025 Colorado Wildland Urban Interface Code and map
• Annexation and rezoning of 7.37 acres for Ricciardella Annexation to RM-8

The City Council voted to postpone indefinitely two proposed ordinances regarding bicycle storage standards and the Camelback Gardens development. Additionally, several items were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-6 excluding specific items (unanimous voice vote)
• Postponed indefinitely ordinance amending bicycle storage and parking requirements (6-1)
• Postponed indefinitely Camelback Gardens Planned Development Outline Development Plan (6-1)

City Council

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will meet to review funding disbursements, discuss updates, and consider artwork recommendations for the CRC Story Wall. The meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2026, at the Lincoln Park Hospitality Suite.

• Review of funding disbursements
• CRC Story Wall artwork recommendations
• Commissioner updates
• City staff updates
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will discuss the Mesa County Safety Action Plan Report, Bike Month activities, and long-term bike parking. They will also receive updates on the Infrastructure Priorities List, Bike Count Subcommittee, and Walk Audit Subcommittee. No formal action items are listed; the meeting consists of discussions and updates.

• Discussion of Mesa County Safety Action Plan Report
• Discussion of Bike Month
• Discussion of Long Term Bike Parking
• Update on Infrastructure Priorities List
• Update on Bike Count Subcommittee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on vacating public easements at 500 S. 7th Street to allow construction of a four-story, 149-unit apartment building. They will also review a Planned Development Outline Plan for the Camelback Gardens development on 25.36 acres, proposed over a 17-year timeframe.

• Vacation of utility, pedestrian, and multipurpose easements at 500 S. 7th Street for a 149-unit apartment building
• Retained utility easement from Ordinance No. 4682 to be vacated for the same project
• Review of Camelback Gardens Planned Development Outline Plan on 25.36 acres over 17 years
• Property located in Sections 17 and 20, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Mesa County

The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. A motion to keep public comment limited to three minutes per person passed 6-1. The commission voted 6-1 to forward a recommendation of approval for the Camelback Gardens Planned Development ODP to City Council, with an expiration date of December 31, 2043. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Kept public comment at 3 minutes per person (6-1)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Camelback Gardens ODP to City Council, expiring Dec 31 2043 (6-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

General

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force will review pending recommendations, including bike parking, CID, and significant trees, and discuss items like pedestrian access and surveying.

• Review pending recommendations for bike parking, CID, and significant trees
• Discuss pedestrian access and connections for City Council
• Review significant trees for Planning Commission hearing
• Discuss ADA digital compliance and inclusionary zoning
• Staff to bring forward text amendment for revocable permit

The Housing Affordability Code Task Force reached consensus to eliminate the long‑term indoor bicycle parking requirement and will move that amendment to City Council for consideration in early April. Staff will circulate draft language to codify the Roaring Fork ditch‑easement case and prepare related code revisions for upcoming hearings. Additional actions include drafting detention‑pond revisions, finalizing revocable‑permit updates, and reviewing lapse‑of‑approval language.

• Eliminate long-term indoor bicycle parking requirement (consensus)
• Schedule bicycle parking amendment for City Council consideration (early April)
• Staff to circulate draft language on Roaring Fork ditch‑easement codification (upcoming)
• Prepare detention‑pond code revisions for Planning Commission hearing (late March)
• Finalize revocable‑permit ordinance draft and set hearing date (March–April)
• Ron & Keith to review lapse‑of‑approvals draft language (upcoming)
• Staff to review significant‑trees amendment proposal and respond (upcoming)
• Continue biweekly TEDS reform committee meetings and draft recommendations (ongoing)

Forestry

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear a supervisor presentation on turf, irrigation, and cemetery operations, discuss naming a trail at Matchett Park East, and review 2026 capital projects. The board will also provide feedback to the city council on desired skills and expertise for future PRAB applicants. The meeting includes approval of minutes from February and other routine items.

• Trail naming at Matchett Park East
• 2026 Capital Projects discussion
• Feedback for council on PRAB applicant skills and expertise
• Supervisor presentation by John Steuble (Turf, Irrigation and Cemetery Supervisor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss final plat requirements. It will also consider removing specific accessory‑use standards for drive‑through facilities and adding incentive standards for their design. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Discussion of final plat requirements
• Discussion of removing accessory use standards for drive‑through facilities and adding incentive design standards

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider several license renewal applications for hotels and restaurants, including a late filing. It will also review a modification request for outdoor dining at Tiki Bird and a transfer of ownership for Grand Vista Hotel. Additionally, the board will decide on special event permits for the Maverick Classic, a Western Slope Harley Owners Group kickoff, and United Way’s Taste of the Grand Valley.

• Renewal for 2751 Crossroad, LLC dba Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 2751 Crossroads Blvd.
• Renewal for Colorado Mesa University dba Hotel Maverick, 840 Kennedy Avenue.
• Late‑filed renewal for Ceviches & Miches INC dba Ceviches & Miches, 200 W Grand Ave, Unit 2.
• Modification for Tiki Bird LLC dba Tiki Bird to add outdoor dining and enclosed patio, 119 N 7th Street.
• Special event permit for “Maverick Classic 2026” on March 28, 2026 at 450 Colorado Avenue.

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved three hotel and restaurant license renewals, a late‑filed restaurant renewal, a modification for an outdoor patio, and a transfer of ownership for the Grand Vista Hotel. It also approved special event permits for the Maverick Classic 2026, the Western Slope H.O.G. Spring Kickoff, and the United Way Taste of the Grand Valley 2026. No objections were raised to any of the applications.

• Approved license renewal for 2751 Crossroads, LLC dba Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites
• Approved license renewal for Colorado Mesa University dba Hotel Maverick
• Approved license renewal for CST Metro, LLC dba Circle K #2744115
• Approved late‑filed renewal for Ceviches & Miches INC dba Ceviches & Miches
• Approved modification of premises for Tiki Bird LLC dba Tiki Bird (outdoor dining and patio)
• Approved transfer of ownership for Four Brothers, Inc. dba Grand Vista Hotel
• Approved special event permit for Greater Grand Junction Sports Commission – Maverick Classic 2026
• Approved special event permit for Western Slope Harley Owners Group – 2026 Spring Kickoff

City Council

This is a special meeting consisting solely of an executive session to discuss the City Manager's performance review. No other business will be conducted. The City Manager has not requested an open discussion.

• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f)(I) for personnel matters regarding City Manager performance review

Councilmembers moved and seconded a motion to convene an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the city manager's performance review, which passed unanimously (5-0). After the executive session, a motion to adjourn it was approved by a 6-0 vote. The special meeting reconvened and was adjourned at 4:45 p.m.

• Convene executive session on city manager performance review (5-0)
• Adjourn executive session (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning requests, a stadium lease with Colorado Mesa University, and a water enterprise loan. The meeting will also include public hearings on proposed ordinances.

• Rezone 1.75 acres to Mixed-Use Light Commercial (MU-2) on Noland Avenue
• Rezone 12.89 acres from RM-8 to RM-12 at 370 and 374 29 Road
• Authorize $400,000 funding for homeownership acquisition
• Enter into Lincoln Park Stadium Complex Ground Lease with Colorado Mesa University
• Authorize construction contract for Crosby Avenue Improvement Project

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, including a drainage easement vacancy and a $400,000 housing award, by unanimous voice vote. It approved a ground lease and use agreement for the Lincoln Park Stadium Complex with Colorado Mesa University by a 5‑1 roll‑call vote. The council also approved a $5 million water enterprise loan and three zoning‑code amendment ordinances, each by unanimous roll‑call vote. A motion to table the Lincoln Park Barn resolution failed for lack of a second.

• Consent agenda items (minutes approval, drainage easement vacancy, $400,000 housing award, Crosby Ave contract) approved by unanimous voice vote
• Resolution authorizing the Lincoln Park Stadium Complex ground lease and Ralph Stocker Stadium use agreement with Colorado Mesa University approved 5‑1 (Beilfuss voted No)
• Ordinance No. 5310 approving a $5,000,000 Water Enterprise Loan approved by unanimous roll‑call vote
• Ordinance No. 5311 amending pedestrian access requirements in the Zoning Code approved by unanimous roll‑call vote
• Ordinance No. 5312 amending right‑of‑way dedication, plant material, and street frontage landscape sections approved by unanimous roll‑call vote
• Motion to table the Lincoln Park Barn resolution failed for lack of a second
• Public hearings set for March 18, 2026 on the Wildland Urban Interface ordinance and three rezoning proposals

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will approve the minutes from the February 3 regular hearing. It will discuss updates on the Lincoln Park Barn and on the CLG project. The board will also receive an update about the Depot Event scheduled for April 15. The meeting will conclude with public comment.

• Approval of minutes for the February 3 regular hearing
• Discussion of Lincoln Park Barn updates
• Discussion of CLG updates
• Update on the Depot Event scheduled for April 15
• Public comment period

City Council

This is a workshop meeting, not a voting session. Council will discuss the city attorney hiring process, boards and commissions decision-making, and next steps for Orchard Mesa Pool. Several proclamations will also be considered, including Brain Injury Awareness Month, National Donate Life Month, Mesa County Libraries 125th Anniversary, and Global Love Day.

• Discussion of Orchard Mesa Pool next steps
• Discussion of City Attorney hiring process
• Discussion of Boards and Commissions decision-making process
• Proclamation request for Brain Injury Awareness Month – March 2026
• Proclamation request for National Donate Life Month – April 2026

The council directed staff to contact District 51 to learn its willingness to sell, convey, or extend the Orchard Mesa Pool agreement and to report back before any further action. It instructed the City Clerk to discuss board and commission appointments at the workshop level and to provide a brief rationale before formal ratification. The council also ordered that the City Attorney recruitment RFP be issued as drafted, with flexibility on the number of finalists.

• Direct staff to engage District 51 on Orchard Mesa Pool sale, conveyance, or extension
• Instruct City Clerk to hold workshop‑level discussion of board appointments and give brief selection rationale
• Order issuance of the City Attorney recruitment RFP as drafted, allowing flexible finalist numbers
• Approve support for proclamation requests: Brain Injury Awareness Month, National Donate Life Month, Mesa County Libraries 125th Anniversary, Global Love Day

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will meet to approve previous minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and review funding disbursements and proposals for the Public Art Fund and the 2025 Annual Report.

• Approval of January 28 meeting minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Funding disbursements and Public Art Fund proposals
• Review of 2025 GJCAC Annual Report
• Updates on CRC 1% for the Arts Projects

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture approved Alex Bond’s proposal for artwork on the Four Canyons Parkway Phase II project, with the artist required to work with City Staff to adjust the budget as needed. The commission also voted to relocate the City Hall Fountain to Parks Operations and to move forward with Jeff Bates’s Monument Trail Shelter proposal after the original artist withdrew. A proposal for AI‑generated artwork by Jeffrey Pickett was rejected, with a 5‑0‑4 vote.

• Approved Alex Bond’s Four Canyons Parkway Phase II art proposal (unanimous)
• Approved relocation of City Hall Fountain to Parks Operations (unanimous)
• Moved forward with Jeff Bates’s Monument Trail Shelter proposal (decision made)
• Rejected Jeffrey Pickett’s AI‑generated artwork proposal (5 in favor, 0 opposed, 4 abstaining)
• Approved John Edwards’s Public Art Exhibit proposal (unanimous)
• Approved October 22 and December 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to approve previous minutes and consider two consent agenda items: a request to vacate a sewer easement in Chipeta Hollows and a request to partially vacate a drainage easement known as Orchard Mesa Drain I-1. No items are listed on the regular agenda.

• Request by CIA Landholdings LLC to vacate a sewer easement in Tracts J and K of Chipeta Hollows Subdivision Filing 1 (RM-8 district) and adjacent parcel 2943-294-00-154 (RL-4 district)
• Request to partially vacate the Orchard Mesa Drain I-1 drainage easement located at 2651 Stacy Drive on a 7.10-acre parcel (RH-24 zone district)

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting and two easement vacation requests. The Chipeta Hollows sewer easement vacation and the Aspire Residential drainage easement vacation were both approved. The motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved. All votes were unanimous, 7‑0.

• Approved minutes from February 10, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved Chipeta Hollows easement vacation request (7-0)
• Approved Aspire Residential easement vacation request (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will hear presentations from organizations applying for funding through the GJCAC Funding Program for the 2026-27 cycle. No other business is on the agenda.

• Public presentations from organizations seeking arts funding for 2026-27

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will meet on February 23, 2026. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and a recommendation on CRC Acoustic Panel artwork. The commission will discuss these items and any related updates before adjourning.

• CRC Acoustic Panel artwork recommendation
• Approval of minutes
• Public comments

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will meet on Monday, February 23, 2026 at the Lincoln Park Hospitality Suite. The agenda includes scheduled time for organizations to present on their applications for the 2026-27 GJCAC Funding Program. No specific decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be informational.

• Presentations on 2026-27 GJCAC Funding Program applications

General

General

Planning Commission

The Grand Junction Planning Commission will consider amending Section 28.56.140 of the Stormwater Management Manual and repealing Section 21.09.060(b)(3) of the Zoning and Development Code. It will also discuss revocable permits. No other business is listed.

• Amend Section 28.56.140 (Groundcover and Landscaping) in Stormwater Management Manual
• Repeal Section 21.09.060(b)(3) (Storm Drainage, Retention, and Detention Ponds) in Zoning and Development Code
• Discussion on revocable permits

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider renewal applications for six liquor establishments, including Lucky Me Liquor and Chipotle Mexican Grill. It will also consider special event permit applications for three events hosted by the Elks Lodge and the Loyal Order of Moose. The board will discuss whether to approve each license renewal and event permit.

• Renewal application for Lucky Me Liquor, LLC at 2648 Patterson Road Suite A
• Renewal application for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. at 2504 Highway 6 & 50 Suite 300
• Renewal application for Mary's Homestyle Cooking, Inc. at 230 Lynwood St., Suites G & H
• Special event permit for "Blues Concert 2026" at Elks Lodge, 249 S. 4th Street (Mar 7, 2026)
• Special event permit for Mesa County Wool Growers Annual Event at 567 25 ½ Road (Feb 28, 2026)

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority approved the renewal applications for six existing liquor establishments. It also approved special event permits for two Elks Lodge events and the Mesa County Wool Growers Annual Event, including a time change for the latter. No objections were raised during the hearing.

• Approved renewal for Lucky Me Liquor, LLC dba Lucky Me Liquor 2
• Approved renewal for BURNS FEC, LLC dba Bananas Fun Park
• Approved renewal for Fantasy, LLC dba Fantasy
• Approved renewal for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. dba Chipotle Mexican Grill
• Approved renewal for Ho Ho, LLC dba Bamboo City
• Approved renewal for Mary's Homestyle Cooking, Inc. dba Mary's Homestyle Cooking
• Approved special event permit for Elks Lodge Grand Junction #575 "Blues Concert 2026"
• Approved special event permit for Elks Lodge Grand Junction #575 "Sanchez Wedding Reception 2026"

General

The City Council is convening for a special meeting consisting of an executive session. The body will discuss personnel matters regarding the performance review of the City Manager.

• Executive session for City Manager performance review

Councilmembers moved to convene an executive session to discuss personnel matters under the Open Meetings Law, and the motion passed unanimously (7-0). After the executive session, the council moved to adjourn it, and that motion also passed 7-0. No other business was considered.

• Convene executive session to discuss personnel matters (7-0)
• Adjourn executive session (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning of 3.60 acres at the northeast corner of Patterson Road and 29 Road from MU-1 and RM-12 to MU-2 (Mixed-Use Light Commercial). The consent agenda includes setting public hearings for zoning code amendments, a water enterprise loan, and the Camelback Gardens Planned Development Outline Development Plan on 25.27 acres at 381 and 409 High Desert Road. Other consent items include procurement actions for the Persigo Wastewater Plant expansion and resolutions supporting grant applications for intersection improvements and property acquisition for the Four Canyons Parkway project.

• Public hearing on rezoning 3.60 acres at Patterson Road and 29 Road to MU-2
• Introduction of ordinance for Camelback Gardens Planned Development on 25.27 acres at 381 and 409 High Desert Road
• Authorize change order #8 with Burns & McDonnell for Persigo WWTP Phase 1 expansion
• Resolution supporting grant application for Highway Safety Improvement Funds at 28 Road & Orchard Avenue
• Resolution authorizing purchase and sale agreement for property acquisition for Four Canyons Parkway

The council adopted Ordinance No.5309, rezoning 3.60 acres from MU‑1 and RM‑8 to MU‑2 at Patterson Road and 29 Road, with a unanimous roll‑call vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, including adoption of prior meeting minutes, scheduling of public hearings for zoning and water‑loan ordinances, authorizing a change order for the Persigo wastewater plant expansion, and several resolutions, by unanimous voice vote. Councilmembers reappointed Cameron Reece and appointed Kelly Favale to the Grand Junction Housing Authority Board for full terms ending April 30 2030, also by unanimous voice vote. The council proclaimed February as Black History Month.

• Adopted Ordinance No.5309 rezoning 3.60 acres to MU‑2 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑4 (minutes, public hearing schedules, procurements, resolutions) (unanimous voice vote)
• Reappointed Cameron Reece to Horizon Drive Association Business Improvement District (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Kelly Favale to Grand Junction Housing Authority Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Proclaimed February as Black History Month

City Council

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will consider action on subcommittees, an infrastructure priorities list, and a LOS/HSIP grant for the intersection of 28 Rd. and Orchard Ave. Discussion includes a possible ex-officio representative from Mesa County Public Health. The agenda also covers committee recruitment and volunteer recognition.

• Action on LOS - HSIP Grant for 28 Rd. and Orchard Ave.
• Infrastructure Priorities List discussion
• Subcommittee assignments
• Volunteer Banquet and UTC Recruitment Applications
• MCPH Ex-Officio Representative discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several zoning amendment requests, including a rezoning of 12.89 acres from RM‑8 to RM‑12 at 370‑374 29 Road. It will also consider a mixed‑use rezoning of about 1.75 acres on parcels on Noland Avenue, Kimball Avenue, and 7th Street. Additional items include amendments to the zoning code on right‑of‑way dedication, acceptable plant material, street frontage landscaping, and significant trees, as well as a planned‑development outline for Camelback Gardens on 10.29 acres at 381 & 409 High Desert Road. A request to amend the code on certified irrigation designers will be postponed to the February 24 meeting.

• Rezone approximately 12.89 acres from RM‑8 to RM‑12 at 370 & 374 29 Road
• Rezone approximately 1.75 acres from Commercial General to Mixed‑Use Light Commercial on parcels 711, 717, 721, 739, 741, 761 Noland Ave; 706 Kimball Ave; 1122 S. 7th St; and parcels 2945‑231‑16‑004, 2945‑231‑16‑008, 2945‑231‑16‑031, 2945‑231‑16‑021
• Amend zoning code sections on right‑of‑way dedication, acceptable plant material, and street frontage landscape
• Review and approve Planned Development outline for Camelback Gardens (10.29 acres) at 381 & 409 High Desert Road
• Amend zoning code sections on significant trees (irrigation designer amendment moved to Feb 24)

The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It voted to forward recommendations of approval to City Council for the 370/374 29 Road rezoning, the Kimball‑Noland rezoning, and the proposed zoning code amendments. All three motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes) – vote 7-0
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for 370/374 29 Road rezoning (RZN-2025-466) – vote 7-0
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Kimball‑Noland rezoning (RZN-2025-551) – vote 6-0
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Zoning Code Amendments (ZCA-2026-26) – vote 7-0

General

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force will review code amendment proposals, discuss Certified Irrigation Designers (CID) and significant trees, and adopt a resolution establishing metrics to measure success in making housing more affordable. The group will also receive updates on TEDS scoping, surveying, and revocable permits.

• Resolution to establish success metrics for affordable housing code changes
• Review of code amendment spreadsheet including pre-application checklist
• Discussion on Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) requirements
• Discussion on significant trees and their impact on development
• Updates on bicycle storage/parking and pedestrian access/connections code amendments (City Council first reading on Feb 4)

The Housing Affordability Code Task Force approved a formalized collaborative process for reviewing recommendations. It moved the revised Pedestrian Access Code amendment to a City Council first reading on Feb. 18. The Planning Commission hearing on the Significant Trees Code was paused, and the Certified Irrigation Designer requirement was rescheduled for later review.

• Adopted formalized collaborative process for Task Force recommendations (no vote recorded)
• Advanced Pedestrian Access Code amendment to City Council first reading on Feb 18
• Paused Planning Commission hearing on Significant Trees Code pending staff review
• Rescheduled Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) requirement hearing; Task Force to review recommendation
• Planning Commission unanimously supported removal of parking minimums
• Bicycle parking long‑term storage requirements to be discussed; subcommittee to meet with staff
• Staff reported items adopted (pre‑applications, EV charging) and items tabled (pedestrian access, bicycle parking) in amendment tracking
• Integrated metrics matrix and proposal template into a streamlined submission format

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to the Zoning and Development Code regarding fair market value for right-of-way dedication, acceptable plant material, and street frontage landscape. They will also consider changes to parking standards, including eliminating parking requirements and crediting on-street and off-site spaces. Additionally, the commission will discuss updating its bylaws on commissioner attendance. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to Zoning and Development Code on Fair Market Value for ROW Dedication, Acceptable Plant Material, and Street Frontage Landscape
• Discussion of amending standards for Alternative Parking Plans, crediting on-street and off-site parking, and eliminating parking requirements
• Discussion of Planning Commission Bylaws regarding commissioner attendance

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will first approve the minutes from its January 15 meeting. It will then discuss items including Watson Island, the Pecos League, Community Development Block Grant projects for Columbine and West Lake, an update on the Community Recreation Center, and an update on impact fees. The board will also consider future agenda topics before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the January 15 meeting
• Discuss Watson Island
• Discuss Pecos League
• Review Community Development Block Grant projects: Columbine and West Lake
• Update on impact fees

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss new business. Key items include election results for 2026 Chair and Vice Chair, upcoming events like Arbor Fest and Durhamgoscape, and a review of proposed 2026 budget reductions totaling $107,500, including a $62,500 cut to contracted tree care and a $45,000 reduction to the private ash treatment program. The board will also address tree seedling delivery, licensing renewals, and holiday light takedown.

• Election results for 2026 Chair and Vice Chair
• Winter Watering Press Release and Website
• Southwest Arbor Fest: Arbor Day Saturday 4/25, 9am-1pm
• Tree Seedling Delivery: sign-ups start April 11, deliveries April 21-22
• 2026 Budget Reductions: Contracted Tree Care cut $62,500 (to $187.5K); Private Ash Treatment cut $45K (to $20.3K)

City Council

The council will vote on several zoning changes, including rezoning 3.60 acres at Patterson Road and 29 Road and annexing the Ricciardella property at 2716 B 1/4 Road. It will also approve sole‑source contracts for wastewater plant equipment and lift‑gate replacement at the Public Safety Campus. Additional items include a user agreement for the Pecos League at Lincoln Park Stadium and various resolutions for permits and support of federal legislation.

• Ordinance to rezone 3.60 acres from MU‑1 and RM‑12 to MU‑2 at the northeast corner of Patterson Road and 29 Road (public hearing set for Feb 18, 2026)
• Ordinance zoning the Ricciardella Annexation to RM‑8 at 2716 B 1/4 Road (public hearing set for Mar 18, 2026)
• Sole source contract to Garney Construction to replace the 26‑year‑old Tow‑Bro Circular Clarifier Assembly in Final Clarifier #4 at Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Sole source award to Taylor Fence to replace the lift gates at the Public Safety Campus
• Pecos League User Agreement for use of Lincoln Park Stadium during Summer 2026

The council appointed Jennifer Landini to the Grand Junction Housing Authority Board by unanimous voice vote. It adopted the consent agenda items 1‑5, excluding two zoning items, also by unanimous voice vote. The council approved several sole‑source contracts, a user agreement, and three revocable permits related to infrastructure projects.

• Appointed Jennifer Landini to Grand Junction Housing Authority Board (partial term) – unanimous voice vote
• Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑5, excluding 2.a.i and 2.a.ii – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Pecos League User Agreement at Lincoln Park Stadium Summer 2026
• Authorized sole‑source contract to Garney Construction for Tow‑Bro Circular Clarifier Assembly replacement at Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Authorized sole‑source contract to Garney Construction for suction and discharge piping replacement on large wastewater pumps at Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved sole‑source award to Taylor Fence to replace lift gates at the Public Safety Campus
• Approved revocable permits for a sky bridge, sanitary sewer line, and storm sewer line at 230 S 5th St
• Approved amendment to Resolution 69‑25 to correct a clerical property‑address error

City Council

The City Council will meet in an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the council's performance review of the City Manager. The discussion is held under Colorado Revised Statutes §24-6-402(4)(f)(I) of the Open Meetings Law. The City Manager has not requested the discussion be held in open session.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matters concerning council performance review of the City Manager

Councilmembers voted unanimously to move the meeting into executive session to discuss personnel matters. After the session, they voted 7-0 to adjourn it. No other business was taken.

• Convene executive session to discuss personnel matters (unanimous 7-0)
• Adjourn executive session (7-0)

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will meet to consider renewing liquor licenses for five local businesses, including Fiesta Guadalajara-GJ, Base Camp Beer Works, Moody's Lounge, Texas Roadhouse, and Namaste Nepal Restaurant.

• License renewal for Fiesta Guadalajara-GJ (710 North Avenue)
• License renewal for Base Camp Beer Works (2575 Highway 6 & 50)
• License renewal for Moody's Lounge (546 Main Street)
• License renewal for Texas Roadhouse (2870 North Avenue)
• License renewal for Namaste Nepal Restaurant (2692 Highway 50)

The Grand Junction Liquor Licensing Authority reviewed five renewal applications for hotels, restaurants, and a brew pub. No objections were raised. All five renewals were approved as requested.

• Approved renewal for SAL, Inc. dba Fiesta Guadalajara-GJ
• Approved renewal for Base Camp Beer Works LLC dba Base Camp Beer Works
• Approved renewal for Moody’s Lounge, LLC dba Moody’s Lounge
• Approved renewal for Texas Roadhouse Holdings, LLC dba Texas Roadhouse
• Approved renewal for Namaste Nepal Restaurant, LLC dba Namaste Nepal Restaurant

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will review a Certified Local Government update and hold a discussion on the Lincoln Park Barn. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from the January 6 hearing and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the January 6 regular hearing
• Certified Local Government update
• Discussion of the Lincoln Park Barn

City Council

The City Council and County Commissioners hold a joint workshop to discuss three topics: Health & Human Services, a Grand Valley Transit update with a transportation finance study, and the Japanese beetle issue. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Health & Human Services update from interim executive directors
• Grand Valley Transit update and Transportation Finance Study presentation
• Japanese beetle discussion led by Natural Resources Director

City Council

This is a workshop agenda for the Grand Junction City Council. Council will discuss several topics including an update on Colorado Mesa University and its stadium, a water enterprise loan to fund waterline replacement and tank lining projects, the process for hiring a city attorney, and next steps for Orchard Mesa Pool. No formal votes are taken at workshops; they are for preliminary discussion and information sharing.

• Discussion of Colorado Mesa University and Stadium Update
• Water Enterprise Loan to fund waterline replacement and tank lining projects
• Process for Hiring City Attorney
• Orchard Mesa Pool Next Steps
• Request for interview teams for Downtown Development Authority and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The council gave general support to draft a formal agreement for Colorado Mesa University to lease the Lincoln Park stadium and barn, including new lease revenue. Council members expressed consensus to pursue a private loan for the $4.6 million water‑line and tank‑lining projects. Staff were directed to issue a request for proposals to explore partnership options for the Orchard Mesa Pool. The council also agreed to conduct a national external search for a permanent city attorney.

• Support drafting a formal agreement for CMU stadium and barn lease (no vote recorded)
• Support private loan recommendation for $4.6 M water projects (no vote recorded)
• Approve issuing an RFP to explore partnership for Orchard Mesa Pool (no vote recorded)
• Agree to conduct a national external search for a permanent city attorney (no vote recorded)

Arts & Culture

The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture will review Alex Bond's artwork proposal for the 24.5 and Four Canyons Parkway Phase II Project, discuss a new John Edwards Art proposal, and clarify the funding program process and criteria. The commission will also hear updates on City Hall Fountain, Community Recreation Center 1% for the Arts projects, and the Monument Trail Shelter, plus evaluate two grant applications.

• Review Alex Bond's artwork proposal for 24.5 and Four Canyons Parkway Phase II Project
• Discussion of new John Edwards Art proposal
• Funding Program Process and Criteria clarification
• Grant evaluations: REC Readers to the Theater and CNMA Community Artist in Park - Libbie Early
• 1% for the Arts Letter to City Council

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 24 and October 8 special meetings. Commissioners selected Thursday, Dec. 11, 4‑5 pm for a tour of the Community Rec Center. The 2026 meeting schedule was adopted, with special meetings set to start at 4 pm. A motion to rename the grant program to "GJCAC Funding Program" passed with a 6‑1‑1 vote.

• Approved September 24 and October 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Dec. 11, 4‑5 pm for Community Rec Center tour (consensus)
• Adopted 2026 meeting dates; special meetings to start at 4 pm (consensus)
• Motion to rename grant program to "GJCAC Award" rejected (1‑6‑1)
• Motion to rename grant program to "GJCAC Funding Program" approved (6‑1‑1)
• Motion to revisit program name next year passed unanimously

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to partially vacate a drainage canal and pipeline easement at 2651 Stacy Drive to allow construction of three, three-story, 24-unit apartment buildings on a 7.10-acre parcel. Three other agenda items—two zoning code amendments and a planned development for Camelback Gardens—have been moved to the February 10, 2026 hearing. The meeting thus primarily addresses this single consent item and procedural continuations.

• Partial vacation of Drainage Canal Easement and Easement for Pipeline at 2651 Stacy Drive for three 24-unit apartment buildings
• Zoning and Development Code amendments regarding Right-of-way Dedication, Acceptable Plant Material, and Street Frontage Landscape (continued to Feb 10)
• Zoning and Development Code amendments regarding Significant Trees (continued to Feb 10)
• Planned Development Outline Development Plan for Camelback Gardens at 381 and 409 High Desert Road (continued to Feb 10)

The commission approved the January 13 minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It then voted 7‑0 to move the Aspire Residential Easement Vacation request to a future meeting. Three separate zoning‑code amendment items were each directed to the February 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved Jan 13 minutes (7‑0)
• Moved Aspire Residential Easement Vacation VAC‑2025‑61 to a future meeting (7‑0)
• Moved Zoning Code Amendments – ROW Dedication & Landscape ZCA‑2026‑26 to Feb 10 hearing
• Moved Zoning Code Amendments – Significant Trees ZCA‑2026‑51 to Feb 10 hearing
• Moved Camelback Gardens ODP PLD‑2023‑121 to Feb 10 hearing
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

General

The Grand Junction City Council will hold a special workshop on January 26, 2026, to discuss four main topics: an update on the Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan, the 2026 Communications and Engagement Overview, a summer use agreement with the Pecos League for the stadium, and liaison reports from boards and commissions. This is a discussion-only session, not a voting meeting; public input can be submitted via email or at a regular council meeting.

• Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan Update
• 2026 Communications and Engagement Overview
• Stadium 2026 Summer Use Agreement with Pecos League
• City Council Board and Commission Liaison Reports

The council received an update on the City’s Housing Needs Assessment and Action Plan. Staff presented the 2026 Communications and Engagement overview. A draft summer use agreement with the Pecos League for the stadium was reviewed. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

This is a workshop meeting where the Planning Commission will discuss three topics: final plat requirements and recordation timing, removing specific standards for drive-through facilities, and amending rules for alternative parking plans. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the commission is gathering input for potential future code amendments.

• Discussion on final plat requirements, plat language, and recordation timing relative to ongoing construction
• Discussion on removing accessory use specific standards for drive-through facilities
• Discussion on amending standards for alternative parking plans and crediting on-street and off-site parking spaces

General

The Affordable Housing Code Task Force will discuss a resolution establishing metrics to measure the success of its work, especially outcomes that make housing more affordable. It will review updates on code amendment drafts, agency review timelines, and several pending items such as TEDS scoping, revocable permits, and survey work. The meeting also notes pending staff comments on several code‑related proposals and reports that the inclusionary zoning‑linkage fee has been forwarded to Council.

• Resolution to adopt success metrics for affordable‑housing code work
• Review of Code Amendment Spreadsheet (next round)
• Updates on TEDS (sidewalks and street sections) consultant scope
• Discussion of revocable permits and survey assignments
• Inclusionary Zoning‑Linkage Fee forwarded to City Council

The council approved the first Task Force‑originated pre‑application item. A standard process was adopted for all future Task Force items, requiring staff presentation, HACTF presentation, public hearing, then council deliberation. The board clarified that Task Force members may not formally participate in Planning Commission workshops. Additional actions were assigned to staff and members for review and metric development.

• Approved first Task Force‑originated pre‑application item (City Council)
• Adopted standard process for future Task Force items (staff report → HACTF presentation → public hearing → council deliberation)
• Clarified Task Force members cannot formally participate in Planning Commission workshops
• Introduced Jeremiah Bois as Interim City Attorney
• Agreed staff will review Task Force recommendations and provide comments before advancing to Planning Commission
• Kevin assigned to review Significant Trees staff report and decide on delay or proceeding
• Keith assigned to refine and circulate metrics matrix before next meeting
• Consensus to retain Certified Irrigation Designer recommendation pending further review

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including the approval of minutes, public hearings for zoning and development code amendments, and the authorization of construction contracts for sidewalk and street improvements. The regular agenda includes public hearings on ordinances regarding police and fire retirement plan contributions and additional zoning code changes.

• Introduction of ordinance amending Zoning and Development Code regarding 24 Road Corridor
• Introduction of ordinance extending prohibition on gaming arcades
• Introduction of ordinance to rezone 3.72 acres at 377 and 379 29 Road
• Authorization of construction contract for Patterson Sidewalk Project
• Resolution authorizing sale of property at 536 1/2 Willow Road

The Grand Junction City Council adopted its consent agenda (items 1‑5, excluding the parking agreement) by a 7‑0 vote and authorized the Patterson Sidewalk construction contract. Council also passed Ordinance No. 5297 to raise employer contributions to the Police and Fire 401(a) retirement plans, amended the zoning code on application outreach meetings and accessible parking (Ordinances No. 5298 and 5299), and set the interim City Attorney’s salary (Ordinance No. 5300). In addition, the Council appointed alternates to the Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals and reappointed members to the Arts & Culture Commission, each by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑5 (excluding item 4.a) – 7‑0 roll call
• Authorized Construction Contract for Patterson Sidewalk Project – 7‑0 roll call
• Approved Ordinance No. 5297 to increase Police & Fire 401(a) employer contributions – 7‑0 roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5298 amending zoning code on outreach meetings and accessible parking – 7‑0 roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5299 further amending zoning code on outreach meetings – 7‑0 roll call
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5300 setting interim City Attorney salary – 7‑0 roll call
• Appointed Caleb Abeloe (1st alternate) and Merritt Sixbey (2nd alternate) to Planning Commission/Zoning Board – 6‑0 voice vote
• Reappointed Porcia Silverberg and Pamela Blythe; appointed Gilberto Ramirez Macias, TJ Smith, and Bill Lelbach to Arts & Culture Commission – 6‑0 voice vote

General

The board will consider renewal applications for ten liquor‑related businesses, including retail stores, a brew pub, restaurants, lodging facilities, and a natural foods market. It will also hear a request to expand the licensed area and add an outdoor patio at River City Sportplex. A transfer of ownership for Tiki Bird restaurant and two special‑event permits will be discussed.

• Renewal: Petes 3-0 Inc., retail liquor store, 1560 North Avenue Suite A
• Renewal: Rockslide Adventures, LLC dba Rockslide Brew Pub, 401 Main Street
• Modification: River City Sportplex, 2515 Riverside Parkway – expand pub area and add patio
• Transfer of ownership: Tiki Bird LLC dba Tiki Bird, 119 N 7th Street
• Special event permits: Loyal Order of Moose Mesa County Wool Growers Event (Feb 28, 2026) and CASA "Sugar and Sweethearts" event (Feb 14, 2026)

The board approved renewals for nine existing liquor licenses, including Pets 3-0 Inc and Sam’s West. It also approved a premises modification for River City Sportplex to add an outdoor patio, and a transfer of ownership for Tiki Bird LLC. Additionally, special event permits were granted for the Mesa County Wool Growers Annual Event and CASA’s Sugar and Sweethearts event.

• Approved renewal of nine liquor licenses (Pets 3-0 Inc, Sam’s West, Rockslide Brew Pub, First Watch Restaurant, Freeway Bowl Fun Center, Hampton by Hilton, TRU by Hilton, Natural Grocers, The Hog and the Hen Spirits)
• Approved modification of premises for River City Sportplex (expansion and outdoor patio)
• Approved transfer of ownership for Tiki Bird LLC dba Tiki Bird
• Approved special event permit for Loyal Order of Moose "Mesa County Wool Growers Annual Event - 2026"
• Approved special event permit for CASA "Sugar and Sweethearts – 2026"

City Council

PRAB

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the December 3 meeting. It will discuss impact fees. The board will consider placement of a sign at Kindred Reserve. It will also review the Pecos League summer 2026 use.

• Approve minutes from December 3 meeting
• Discuss impact fees
• Consider Kindred Reserve sign placement
• Review Pecos League summer 2026 use

Urban Trails Committee

The Urban Trails Committee will hold a regular meeting with discussion of its mission statement and annual roadmap, plus an update on micromobility. No action items are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural and planning-oriented.

• Discussion of committee mission statement
• Discussion of annual roadmap for trails
• Update on micromobility initiatives

The Urban Trails Committee adopted the December meeting minutes, correcting the mayor’s abbreviation, with unanimous approval. Discussion covered the mission statement, annual road map, and micromobility program, but no formal actions were taken on those topics. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote at 7:01 PM.

• Adopted December minutes with abbreviation correction (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:01 PM (unanimous)

City Council

The Board of Appeals will meet to consider dismissing an appeal from 410 Hill LLC regarding a life safety item. The meeting includes a discussion on whether the board will hear evidence and arguments for the appeal scheduled for January 28, 2026.

• Consider dismissal of 410 Hill LLC appeal
• Discuss procedures for January 28, 2026 hearing
• Executive session on legal advice regarding jurisdiction

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on three rezoning requests, including a 4.88-acre parcel on E 1/2 Road and a 3.60-acre parcel at Patterson Road and 29 Road. Commissioners will also consider a series of code amendments addressing short-term rentals, bike parking, pedestrian access, and fee studies. Two agenda items (a drainage easement vacation and a planned development) have been moved to the January 27 hearing.

• Zone change request for 4.88 acres at 3071 E 1/2 Road from RSF-4 to RM-8
• Rezone of 3.60 acres at Patterson Road and 29 Road from MU-1/RM-12 to MU-2
• Rezone of 2.56 acres between E ½ Road and I-70B from RSF-4 to MU-2
• Extension of conditional approval for sand and gravel extraction at 2855 C 1/2 Road
• Proposed amendments to zoning code on short-term rentals, shared driveways, and multi-unit design standards

Forestry

The Forestry Advisory Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair for 2026 and review a proposed 2026 budget that includes reductions to contracted tree care and the private ash treatment program. The meeting agenda includes a review of the ArborWorks contract and the Arbor Day Foundation poster contest.

• Election of 2026 Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2026 Budget Reductions
• Contracted Tree Care reduced by $62,500 ($250,000 to $187,500)
• Private Ash Treatment Program reduced by $45,000 ($65.3K to $20.3K)
• Board Meeting Scheduling and Forestry Regulations Meeting Scheduling

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss updates to landscaping standards and bicycle parking. The body will review amendments regarding undeveloped spaces and water demand.

• Amendments to Open and Undeveloped Spaces landscaping standards
• Landscape Water Demand and Subdivision Street Frontage Landscaping
• HACTF Significant Tree Recommendation update
• Bicycle parking discussion
• Alternative Landscape Plans discussion

General

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes setting public hearings for a police/fire pension increase and zoning code changes, along with approving contracts and resolutions. The regular agenda features a public hearing on planning commission term limits and a right-of-way vacation. Key resolutions include homeless services grants, the comprehensive plan update, and appointment of an interim city attorney.

• Introduction of ordinance for police/fire 401(a) employer contribution increase (public hearing set for Jan 21)
• Introduction of ordinance amending zoning code for application outreach and accessible parking
• Fox Grove annexation (4.88 acres at 3071 E 1/2 Road) zoned to Residential Medium 8
• Resolution authorizing homeless services grants to Grand Valley Catholic Outreach, Joseph Center, and Hilltop Health Services
• Resolution appointing Jeremiah Boies as interim city attorney

General

The Liquor Licensing Authority will meet on January 7, 2026, to review 14 license renewal applications for various establishments, one late renewal, and two special event permit applications. All items are for approval.

• 14 license renewals including Feather Petroleum/Stop N Save, Breckenridge Ale House, Target, and Love's Travel Stops
• Late renewal application from VFW Post #1247 (32 days late)
• Special event permit for GV Elite Softball Poker Tournament on Jan 31, 2026
• Special event permit for Immaculate Heart of Mary events on multiple dates in Feb-Mar 2026

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to approve minutes from a December hearing and receive an update on its Certified Local Government status. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium.

• Approval of minutes for the December 2nd regular hearing
• Certified Local Government Update

City Council