Monday October 26, 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, Kirk Crespin, David Zavala, Brad Johnson, Bob Seay, Kristin Schwartz, Kristin Schwartz, Mitch Hammes, Lance Clark

Absent:  Gerry Jenkins

Consent Agenda

Councilmember Gonzales moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to approve the consent agenda Items 1-4.

Item #1 – Approval of Council Meeting Minutes – 10/12/2026

Item #2 – Approval of Minutes for Boards and Commissions

a)    Utilities Board – 9/29/2026

Item #3 – Payment of Bills

General Fund-Vouchers #105882 - #105958

Item #4 – License New/Renewal

a)    Liquor Store License – Olive St. Station, 403 E. Olive St.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Audience Participation

Devlin O’Neal, 221 Sage Dr. Lamar, spoke in regards to the data center moratorium, draft and board creation.

Donna Smith, 33427 Cty. Rd. 7 she wanted answers from Council on why she continues to get refusal from law enforcement on responding to calls she has made, she provided a formal request in writing.

Gabriel Benabides, 411 S 2nd St. asked about affordable housing and also wanted to know who brought up the data centers.  Did the City contact them or they contact the City.  Mayor Crespin stated that a company had contacted the City.

City Treasurer Report

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that they are working on closing out the 2nd assessment grant that ended June 30, 2026.  For the 3rd assessment grant that was awarded they are working on creating the RFQ to send out for a consultant.  She stated that the contract has been signed on the clean-up grant and they should be in full swing next week beginning the clean-up for the Main Café.

City Treasurer Schwartz gave a Tyler update, we are close to having all of the modules finished.  They are in the middle of Parks & Recreation, they are excited to get to utilize the system.  She rolled out Position Budgeting last week, Linda started AR’s today and still waiting on Sale Tax, Cemetery’s wants to start mid-November.  She is looking forward to being done, she also stated that this was the first month they were able to use the Aclara file without a manual upload.

City Clerk Report

City Clerk Williams gave a brief Tyler update on the Accounts Receivable, Sales Tax, and Cemetery modules.

City Administrator Report

Park & Rec Sports Swap Event

City Administrator Hammes announced that donated items can be dropped off at the Community Building November 2-12, 2026 and the Sports Swap is Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Two Shot Goose Hunt

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Two Shot Goose Hunt is December 9-11, 2026.

Office Closure

City Administrator Hammes reported that the City offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26-27, 2026 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Shop Small Saturday

City Administrator Hammes reported that the Shop Small Saturday is Saturday, November 28, 2026.

Holiday Shop & Stroll

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Lamar Honkers “Holiday Shop and Stroll” is Saturday, November 28, 2026.

Lamar Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Parade of Lights is Saturday, November 28, 2026.

Trunk or Treats

City Administrator Hammes provided the list below of Trunk or Treat streets.

• Lamar Public Library is Friday, October 30, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the City Complex parking lot.
• Lamar Elks Lodge is Saturday, October 31, 2026, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
• Grace Family Worship Center is Saturday, October 31, 2026, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Miscellaneous

City Administrator Hammes announced the hiring of Abbie Castro as the new Community Programs Manager.  She will be responsible for the Main St. Program, Lamar Redevelopment Authority Board, and Community Events.

City Administrator Hammes announced the Kevin Bommer CML Executive Director will be here for work session on November 9, 2026 to do recap/review of Council meetings along with new Council training.  Begins at 5:30 with dinner provided.

City Administrator Hammes announced that the City Christmas Party is Saturday, December 5, 2026 at the Lamar Elks Lodge.

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Pueblo Chamber of Commerce has invited City of Lamar to participate in their Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Department Updates

City Administrator Hammes announced that Kolby Brubacher has been given the permanent position of Park, Cemetery, & Recreation Director.  Kolby along with Gilbert Longoria, Cemetery Supervisor provided an update of what is happening in their department. 

• Winterizing sprinkler systems and bathrooms
• Wrapping up fall outdoor pool services
• Working on Fairmount Expansion
• Escondido Field Field seeding and re-dressing in Spring
• Main St. tree trimming
• Maintenance on equipment
• Getting ready for snow season

Council Liaison

Senior Center Update

Councilmember Headlee reported that Judy Nordyke has stepped in to replace Sandy Zollars on the Senior Center Board.

PEP Update

Councilmember Johnson reported that normal business discussion at the PEP meeting but they did highlight opportunities for new businesses.

OLD BUSINESS

Ordinance No. 1290 - “An Ordinance Providing for the Appropriation of Revenues and Expenditures and Adopting the Budget for the City of Lamar, Colorado, for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2027”

Councilmember Gonzales moved and Councilmember Headlee seconded to approve Ordinance No. 1290-“An Ordinance Providing for the Appropriation of Revenues and Expenditures and Adopting the Budget for the City of Lamar, Colorado, for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2027”.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Ordinance No. 1291 - “An Ordinance to Levy and Collect Taxes in the City of Lamar, Colorado for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2027”

Councilmember Johnson moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded to approve Ordinance No. 1291 - “An Ordinance to Levy and Collect Taxes in the City of Lamar, Colorado for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2027”.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

NEW BUSINESS

Public Hearing for 601 Sandoval Lane Amended Plat

Mayor Crespin requested to open Public Hearing.

Councilmember Headlee moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to open the public hearing for 601 Sandoval Lane Amended Plat at 7:44 p.m.

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

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Proof of Publication – Published in paper of record and posted on site.

Opening Remarks – Community Development Director Strube gave a brief review regarding the request to amend plat into two parcels at 601 Sandoval Lane.

Mayor Crespin asked for comments against 601 Sandoval Lane Amended Plat request; none received

Mayor Crespin asked for comments in favor of 601 Sandoval Lane Amended Plat request; none received

Councilmember Headlee moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded to close the 601 Sandoval Lane Amended Plat Public Hearing at 7:45 p.m.

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

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Councilmember Johnson moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to approve to amend plat at 601 Sandoval Lane.

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

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

City of Lamar Letter of Intent, DOLA CDBG Abatement and Demolition Councilmember Gonzales moved and Councilmember Headlee seconded to approve the submission of letter of intent to apply for DOLA CDBG Abatement and Demolition Grant and authorize the Mayor to sign.

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

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Accept City of Lamar 2026 Optional Coverage Quotes and Certificates of Insurance Renewal

Councilmember Johnson moved and Councilmember Seay seconded to approve the City of Lamar 2026 Optional Coverage Quotes and Certificates of Insurance Renewal through CIRSA and allow the Mayor to sign.

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

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Resolution 26-10-01 to Adopt 2027 Rates and Fee Schedule

Councilmember Headlee moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded to approve Resolution 26-10-01 to Adopt 2027 Rates and Fee Schedule.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Collins Cole Winn & Ulmer Expanded Letter of Engagement

Councilmember Gonzales moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to table item for future meeting.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Adopt Resolution No. 26-10-02 for City Social Media Policy as Public Information & Communication

Councilmember Headlee moved and Councilmember Gonzales seconded to approve Resolution No. 26-10-02 for City Social Media Policy as Public Information & Communication and authorize the Mayor to sign.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Data Center Eighteen Month Moratorium Draft Ordinance

After discussion there was guidance & direction given to shorten the moratorium ordinance to include clarification on who would be reaching out for questions and answers when creating the guidelines regarding data centers.  Attorney Clark will send draft to Council for review.

Ordinance No. – “An Ordinance of the City of Lamar, Colorado, Amending Sections 26-13 of Chapter 26 of the Lamar Municipal Code Concerning the Regulations for Automated Vehicle Identification System in the City of Lamar, Colorado

Councilmember Johnson moved and Councilmember Seay seconded to approve Ordinance No. – “An Ordinance of the City of Lamar, Colorado, Amending Sections 26-13 of Chapter 26 of the Lamar Municipal Code Concerning the Regulations for Automated Vehicle Identification System in the City of Lamar, Colorado and allow the Mayor to sign with correction in the 5th whereas word residence to residents.

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

Miscellaneous

Councilmember Seay will be on KLMR in the morning.

Adjournment

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

• Voting Yes:    Gonzales, Headlee, Crespin, Zavala, Johnson, Seay
• Voting No:    

Mayor Crespin stated “Let the record reflect that all Councilmembers voted an affirmative, motion passes 6-0”.

The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m