Monday, May 11, 2026

The City Council met in a regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Room with Mayor Crespin presiding.

Present: Joe Gonzales, Mark Headlee, Gerry Jenkins, Kirk Crespin, David Zavala, Brad Johnson, Brent Bates, Kristin Schwartz, Mitch Hammes, Lance Clark

Absent:

Remove Agenda Item 5

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to pull Item 5 Purchase of Footfall Cam for Library.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Consent Agenda

Councilmember Jenkins moved and Councilmember Bates seconded to approve the consent agenda Items 1-3.

Item #1 - Approval of Council Meeting Minutes - 4/27/2026

Item #2 - Approval of Minutes for Boards and Commissions

a) Utilities Board - 4/14/2026

Item #3 - Payment of Bills

General Fund-Vouchers #104694 - #104788

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Audience Participation

None

City Treasurer Report

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that the retirement party for Toni McPherson was a nice event, thanking her for her 32 years. We have hired Kylie Parker as her replacement and she was able to train with her for a couple of weeks. Kristin also stated that she has promoted Tess Camp as Deputy City Treasurer, she will be managing the two staff in the office.

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that they are working on the second pilot in the time keeping system, once complete they will do a dual payroll before going live. Once complete this will help with the whole payroll process. They are still waiting on Aclara on the flat file to work with utility billing.

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that they did get the audit extended until September 30, 2026, this gives us more time to get through the new processes.

City Clerk Report

City Clerk Williams reported that they have been working on the Sales Tax module in Tyler, right now Tyler is working on the late fee interest rate it is not calculating correctly. I'm waiting to hear what the June dates will be hopefully for implementation.

City Administrator Report

Lamar Days

City Administrator Hammes announced that Lamar Days event is Friday and Saturday, details below.
BBQ at the Lamar Chamber of Commerce May 15 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

No Booze Cruise and Poker Run May 15 6:00 p.m. beginning at Sonic.

Lamar Days Parade May 16 10:00 a.m.

Lamar Days Rod Run and Car Show May 16 at Willow Creek Park

Stories in the Sky Drone Show

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Stories in the Sky Drone Show is Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:30 p.m.

Pool Day

City Administrator Hammes announced Lamar High School DECA is sponsoring a Pool Day on Friday, May 29, 2026 at the Lamar Swimming Pool, entry is by donation of canned food or money which will be donated to Sparrow House Ministries.

Cardboard Boat Regatta

City Administrator Hammes announced that the 2026 Lake Hasty X-Treme Cardboard Boat Regatta is Saturday, May 30, 2026, 11 :00 a.m. in Hasty.

5th Annual Holly Demolition Derby

City Administrator Hammes announced that 5" Annual Holly Demolition Derby is Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Holly Fair Grounds.

Council Meeting Date Change

City Administrator Hammes announced that the May 25, 2026 Council Meeting will be moved to May 26, 2026 due to Memorial Day.

Office Closure

City Administrator Hammes announced that City Offices will be closed on Monday, May
25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.

Miscellaneous

City Administrator Hammes announced that Colorado Municipal League offers university credits for Councilmembers and Elected Officials, below is how many credits our Council and Mayor have.

Councilmember Bates - 24

Councilmember Gonzales - 30

Councilmember Jenkins - 25

Councilmember Zavala - 22

Mayor Crespin - 67

Mayor Crespin stated when you received 60 credits you receive a leadership certificate and when you received 30 you receive the foundation certificate. Councilmember Gonzales stated that he would not be attending CML Conference this year. City Administrator Hammes stated that he would accept Councilmember Gonzales certificate on his behalf.

Department Updates

City Administrator Hammes reported that Congresswomen Boebert will be hosting her mobile office hours in the Council Chambers on Monday, May 18, 2026 from 11:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.

City Administrator Hammes reported that we are having some of our Lamar Police Offices teach at the Police Academy.

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Library will be closed until noon on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Council Liaison

Senior Board Update

Councilmember Headlee reported that the American Legion Post 71 are planning on installing crosses on headstones at both Riverside and Fairmount Cemeteries. Crosses are 3 foot tall and 1 foot wide and will include a small attachment to hold a flag on Memorial Day and other appropriate occasions. They do need permission from veteran's families to install the crosses unless they are in the veteran's section. Contact Ron Clausen at 719-688-5011 or pick up form at the Community Building.

Public Safety Board

Councilmember Jenkins stated that the next Public Safety Meeting is Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4.30 p.m. in the Library.

Social Media

Mayor Crespin stated that social media is a great way for the City and Council to work with to get information out to the citizens. He likes to use this as a way for citizens to get in touch with him. He gave a reminder that no one should ever feel like they cannot reach out to you Councilmember.

Thank you

Councilmember Jenkins wanted to give a huge thank you to David Zavala and son and Andrew Felan and son for the great car show they put together during Cinco de Mayo.

NEW BUSINESS

Local Materials Incentive Discussion

Andy Curry, owner of Building Material Supply provided additional information regarding some history of Lamar and PMC.

Proposal given to keep building projects buy supplies locally was to increase building permits by 6% making them a total of 7%, if 90% of their materials were purchased locally they would then get a 6% rebate on their permit. There was further discussion and input from Council and Attorney.

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Johnson seconded to not approve an increase in building permit fees as a local materials incentive.

• Voting Yes Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Resolution26-05-01 "A Resolution of the City of Lamar, Colorado Adopting Stage 2 Mandatory Water Restrictions

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded to approve Resolution 26-05-01 "A Resolution of the City of Lamar, Colorado Adopting Stage 2 Mandatory Water Restrictions".

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Approval of Purchase Agreement with Concept Signs & Graphics

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve purchase agreement with Concept Signs & Graphics for the new sign at the Community Building in the amount of $31,540.00.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Permission to Apply for the Bureau of Justice Rural Enforcement Violent Crime Reduction Grant

Councilmember Headlee moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded approve permission to apply for the Bureau of Justice Rural Enforcement Violent Crime Reduction Grant in the amount of $338,408.64 and allow Mayor to sign, if awarded will be brought back to accept.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Animal Shelter Internet

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to approve service order with SECOM to provide internet service to the Animal Shelter and Cemetery in the amount of $149.95 per month and authorize the Mayor to sign.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Swimming Pool Internet

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to approve service order with SECOM to provide internet service to the Swimming Pool in the amount of $149.95 per month and authorize the Mayor to sign.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Aqua-holics Lease Agreement

Councilmember Johnson moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve 2026 Aqua-holies Lease Agreement to use the Kayak building at North Gateway Ponds to rent kayaks, paddle boards, etc for use on the ponds and authorize the Mayor to sign.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No: None

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Parks & Recreation Master Plan

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Headlee seconded to approve the Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Voting Yes Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No: None

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Speed Camera Update

Police Chief Ridder provided an update to the speed cameras, a draft ordinance has been sent to City Attorney for review, corrections and input. Next step once approved by legal will be to present to Council. The vendor representative is willing to meet for a work session and to answer any questions prior to or after the ordinance is approved.

Lamar Estates Safety Update - Signage Implementation

Police Chief Ridder reported that they had received a specific request regarding additional safety measures located next to Lamar Estates Nursing Home. The Facility Director has reported traffic and careless driving and it is concern for the residents and visitors to the facility. After review and careful thought of the area it was decided to add 2 stop signs on 10th street for the north and south bound traffic, making this then a 4-way stop.

ORDINANCE 1st READING

Ordinance - 220 Holly Rezoning "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lamar Colorado Rezoning Certain Lots 12 and 21 from Open Estates (O-E) to Commercial (C-2) and Zoning Lots 12 and 20 as Commercial (C-2), all of said Property Generally Known as the 220 Holly Street Property"

Councitmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve Ordinance - 220 Holly Rezoning "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lamar Colorado Rezoning Certain Lots 12 and 21 from Open Estates (O-E) to Commercial (C-2) and Zoning Lots 12 and 20 as Commercial (C-2), all of said Property Generally Known as the 220 Holly Street Property" on first reading.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No: None

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Miscellaneous

None

Executive Session - For Discussion of Personnel Matters Under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(f)

Councilmember Jenkins moved and Councilmember Bates seconded to enter into Executive Session - For Discussion of Personnel Matters Under C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4)(f)

• Voting Yes Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Regular meeting recessed and executive session convened at 8:57 p.m.

Councilmember Jenkins moved and Councilmember Johnson seconded that executive session adjourn at 10:07 p.m. and open meeting was reconvened.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded that the meeting adjourn.

• Voting Yes: Gonzales, Headlee, Jenkins, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Bates
• Voting No:

Mayor Crespin stated "Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 7-0".

The meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m.