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City of Gunnison City Council Agenda
Regular Session - Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:30 PM
The City Council meeting is held in the Council Chambers on the second floor of City
Hall, located at 201 West Virginia Avenue, Gunnison, CO, with remote access available
via Zoom
The public may attend this City Council meeting in-person or via Zoom with phone or
computer access. For remote access please visit gunnisonco.gov/ZoomCC.
Approximate total meeting time: 3 hours
I.Presiding Officer Calls Regular Session to Order (silent roll call)
II.Announcements
Background: Council and/or City Staff may give announcements related to upcoming
City events, projects, or acknowledgements.
Staff Contact: Council and
City Staff
Public Comment: not applicable.
Action Requested of Council: No action requested; updates only.
Es
timated Time: 10 minutes
III.Western Colorado University Liaison Announcements
Background: During the academic year, the Western Colorado University Liaison may
give announcements related to upcoming
University events and programs.
Staff Contact: Jestyn Smith, Western Colorado University Representative
Public Comment: not applicable.
Action Requested of Council: No action requested; updates only.
Es
timated Time: 5 minutes
IV.Public Input
At this time, members of the public may provide comments to Council in English or
Spanish on topics that
are not on the agenda. Any questions will be received as
comments and potentially responded to by the appropriate staff or Council member,
following the meeting. Per Colorado Open Meetings Law, no Council dis
cussion or
action will take place until a later date, unless an emergency situation is deemed to
exist by the City Att
orney. Each speaker has a time limit of 3 minutes to facilitate
efficiency in the conduct of the meeting and to allow an equal opportunity for
everyone wishing to speak.
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V.Consent Agenda
None.
VI.Proclamations, Recognitions, and Appointments
None.
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II.Old Business
A.Rate and Financial Planning for Water and Wastewater Systems
Background: The City of Gunnison’s water and wastewater utility system faces
rising operational, regulatory, and capital demands that require long‑term financial
planning, including investment in a new water treatment plant. A comprehensive
utility rate study is being drafted to assist in selecting a financial plan, choosing a
rate structure, and determining whether to reserve funds for future wastewater
treatment plant needs.
Staff Contact: Pete Rice, P.E., Public Works Director
Public Comment:
limited to three minutes per speaker.
Action requested of Council:
None; discussion only.
Estimated time: 90 minutes
B.Update - 2026 Concrete Project
Background: The 2026 Concrete Replacement Program, funded by the
voter‑approved 2023 sales tax restructuring, successfully upgraded deteriorated
and ADA‑noncompliant concrete infrastructure at three priority locations identified
in the City’s 2025 ADA Transition Plan.
Staff Contact: Carly McGowan, P.E., City Engineer
Public Comment:
not applicable.
Action requested of Council: N
one; update only.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
C.Resolution No. 9, Series 2026: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Gunnison, Colorado, Establishing Rules of Procedure for the Proper Conduct of
Appointed Boards and Commissions
Background: The City’s committees and commissions provide significant value by
contributing community knowledge, lived experience, and subject-matter expertise
to municipal decision-making. Existing bylaws do not consistently define their
relationship to the City Council, distinguish advisory responsibilities from
policymaking authority, or establish common expectations for member service.
This resolution would adopt a newly established Member Charter, which was
discussed at the July 28, 2026 regular meeting, along with committee-specific
charters establishing the purpose and authority of each existing body.
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Staff Contact: Amanda Wilson, City Manager
Public Comment: limited to three minutes per speaker.
Action requested of Council: Consider a motion to 1) Introduce Resolution No.
9, Series 2026, and read the resolution aloud by title only; and 2) a motion to
adopt Resolution No. 9, Series 2026.
Estimated time: 20 minutes
VIII. New Business
A. Proposed Transfer of Private, Commercial Alley to Public Right-of-Way
Background: Private property owners with commercial properties accessed by a
shared access easement requested the City’s assistance with a resolution to the
deteriorated due to drainage issues and failing asphalt. The City is legally not in a
position to assist on private property. An option exists to transfer the private
easement to public right-of-way.
Staff Contact: Carly McGowan, P.E., City Engineer
Public Comment: limited to three minutes per speaker.
Action requested of Council: Consider a motion to direct staff to submit an
application in accordance with City Code for the subdivision of land that would
establish a 48’ Public Right-of-Way through the presented corridor. This proposed
action does not result in the conveyance of land or commit the City to accepting
the application. The action is limited to proceeding with the required process.
Estimated time: 20 minutes
IX. Executive Session:
Background: This Executive Session is pursuant to C.R.S §24-6-402(4)(b),
Conferences with an attorney for the public entity for the purpose of receiving
legal advice on specific legal questions- Legal Analysis and Discussion of statutory
and charter requirements for Planning and Zoning Commission.
Staff Contact: Kathy Fogo, City Attorney
Public Comment: not applicable.
Action requested of Council: Consider a motion and vote to go into Executive
Session pursuant to C.R.S. §24-6-402(4)(b) for the purpose of legal advice from
the City Attorney regarding statutory and charter requirements for Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
X. Regular Session Meeting Adjournment
The City Council Meeting agenda is subject to change. The City Manager and City
Attorney reports may include administrative items not listed. Regular Meetings and
Special Meetings are recorded. Meeting minutes are posted at City Hall and on the
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City website within 10 business days following the meeting at
www.gunnisonco.gov. Work sessions are recorded however minutes are not
produced.
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