Monday June 8, 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:    

Consent Agenda

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve the consent agenda Items 1-4 with removal of Riverside Communication Ck. #104979.

Item #1 – Approval of Council Meeting Minutes – 5/26/2026

Item #2 – Approval of Minutes for Boards and Commissions

a)  Utilities Board – 5/12/2026

b)  Library Board - 3/18/2026

Item #3 – Payment of Bills

General Fund-Vouchers #104907 - #104996 – Minus check #104979 Riverside Communications

Item #4 - License New/Renewals

a) Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License - Casa Azteca Mexican Grill, 1305 S. Main St.

• 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”.

Approve Check #104979 to Riverside Communications

Councilmember moved and Councilmember seconded to approve check #104979 in the amount of $720.00 to Riverside Communications for advertising.

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

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

Audience Participation

The following ladies talked about the water aerobics at the Lamar Swimming Pool, they don't believe that many people know about the water aerobics and wanted to get it out to the public that it is available to the public.  The ladies each provided what the benefits of the water aerobics does for them.

Mary Minor - 104 Tamarac Circle

Jane Felter - 304 S. 3rd St.

Debbie Gadash - 201 Pine St.

Jackie Manly - 609 W. Walnut St.

Heather Flint - 14219 Cty Rd. LL

City Treasurer Report

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that she has received the Brownfield RFP draft for review regarding the Cleanup Grant for the Main Cafe.  Once reviewed we will be able to send the RFP out to get started on the cleanup at the  Main Cafe.

City Treasurer Schwartz reported that Thomas and she have been working on the Tyler Payroll and Attendance. She also mentioned the time frame on the sales tax module and accounts receivable, the next modules will be the cemetery and parks and recreation.

City Clerk Report

City Clerk Williams announced that there was an issue with the utility statements getting to customers in a timely manner.  The Denver USPS sorting center had closed a portion of their sorting center and all of the bulk mail was sent to Phoenix, AZ.  Once in Phoenix they attempted to sort and found that they were unable to deliver and was returning the mail to the City of Lamar.  Late last week our local Postmaster made contact and was able to get the mail back to Lamar and they began getting to customers beginning on Saturday.

City Clerk Williams reported the sales tax module is scheduled for a go live date of July 15 and then we will move into the accounts receivable module.  She also reported that from January to May 2026 our sales tax is up 7% from 2025.

City Administrator Report

Council Meeting Cancelled

City Administrator  Hammes announced that the June 22, 2026 has been cancelled due to the CML Conference and several Councilmembers and Administrative staff will be attending conference.

Lamar Chamber of Commerce Wet/Dry Parade

City Administrator  Hammes announced that the Lamar Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Wet/Dry Parade on July 4, 2026 beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Main Street for the July 4th celebration.

Community Social

City Administrator Hammes announced the Community Social is Friday, July 10, 2026 at Willow Creek Park.

Fly-In & Pancake Breakfast

City Administrator Hammes announced that the Fly-In and Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, June 27, 2026 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Lamar Municipal Airport.

Department Updates

City Administrator Hammes reported that Lamar Fire Departments new 75 ft. Ladder Truck will be completed in September 2026, it will be sent to a training school for use by the trainees until September 2027 when we will receive it at a cost of

City Administrator Hammes announced that Stephanie Strube will be the interim Community Development  Director and Kolby Brubacher will be the interim Parks & Recreation Director.

City Administrator Hammes announced that there will be an Advanced Air Mobility meeting on Thursday, June 1818, 2026 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers for anyone interested in attending.

Council Liaison

Election
Councilmember Headlee gave a reminder that ballots have gone out an asked everyone to please vote.

Citizen Question Regarding Skunks

Councilmember Johnson stated that he has had citizens ask questions regarding skunks in Willow Valley.  The Animal Shelter has traps that people can rent and the AGO will come and pick up and take care of the skunks as long as they are in the correct type of trap.  Currently all of the traps are rented, but maybe City can purchase more traps.

Citizen Question Regarding Water/Gas Lines in Willow Valley

Councilmember Johnson stated that he has had several citizens ask questions about the water and gas line replacement projects in Willow Valley.

City Administrator Hammes will have to gather some information and get back with him.

Golf Board Update

Councilmember Bates reported that the DECA Scramble is this weekend and there are still spots available, also the Max Scholarship Tournament was last weekend and a great event.

SECCI Update

Councilmember Bates reported that the SECCI Fight Night will be on July 18, 2026 at the Prowers County Pavilion, they will also be hosting a Drive for Hope Golf Tournament later in the summer.

NEW BUSINESS

Public Hearing for 220 Holly Street LLC Rezoning
Mayor Crespin requested to open Public Hearing at 7:32 p.m.

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to open public hearing for 220 Holly 
Street LLC Rezoning.

• 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".

Mayor Crespin asked if paperwork was in order and premises had been posted and publication given regarding the public hearing.  City Clerk Williams responded as correct.  Mayor Crespin asked if there was anyone for or against the 220 Holly Street LLC Rezoning; none received.

Councilmember  Bates moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to close the public hearing for the 
220 Holly Street LLC Rezoning at 7:36 p.m.

• 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".

ORDINANCE 2ND READING

Ordinance No. 1285 - "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"

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve Ordinance No. 1285 - "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".

Proclamation 26-05- Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Councilmember Jenkins moved and Councilmember Headlee seconded to approve Proclamation 26-05 - Elder Abuse Awareness Day as June 15, 2026 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".

Schedule Public Hearing for a Special Event Permit for the Sand & Sage Round-Up

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve the scheduling of a public hearing for a Special Event Permit for the Sand & Sage Round­ Up on July 13, 2025.

• 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 Lease Agreement with Kactus, Inc. for Office Space at Village Center

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Zavala seconded to approve lease agreement with Kactus Inc. for office space at Village Center with changes provided by City Attorney and allow 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".

Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification

Councilmember Gonzales moved and Councilmember Headlee seconded to approve Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification, allow Mayor to sign and authorize City Treasurer to submit electronically.

• 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 Amendment to Agreement with State of Colorado Department of Labor & Employment

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to approve 5-year lease agreement with the State of Colorado Department of Labor & Employment for the Workforce Center space at the Community Resource & Senior Center 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".

Miscellaneous

Councilmember Zavala announced that the Lamar Estates has requested a small Low Rider Car Show at their facility on Father's Day June 21, 2026 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Councilmember  Jenkins asked if it would be possible to put a lightning sensor at North Gateway Ponds, this will be looked into.

Councilmember Zavala also stated that he has had complaints about the trash cans at the ponds always full, maybe get some additional cans out their during the summer months.

Executive Session – For Conference  with City Attorney for the Purpose of Determining Positions Relative to Matters that may be Subject to Negotiations, Developing Strategy  for Negotiations, and/or Instructing Negotiators Under C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4}(e) & For a Conference with City Attorney for the Purpose of Receiving Legal Advice on Specific Legal Questions under C.R.S. 24-6-402-(4)(b) Regarding Waste Water Treatment Plant.

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded to enter into Executive Session - For Conference with City Attorney for the Purpose of Determining Positions Relative to Matters that may be Subject to Negotiations, Developing Strategy for Negotiations, and/or Instructing Negotiators Under C.R.S. 24-6-402 (4)(e) & For a Conference with City Attorney for the Purpose of Receiving Legal Advice on Specific Legal Questions under C.R.S. 24-6-402-(4)(b) Regarding Waste Water Treatment Plant.

• 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 7:44 p.m.

Councilmember Bates moved and Councilmember Jenkins seconded that executive session adjourn at 9:14 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 9:15 p.m.