Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Trinidad, Colorado, Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 P.M.

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Trinidad,
Colorado, will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 P.M.
in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 135 N. Animas Street, Trinidad, Colorado, 81082
Meeting Protocols:
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES; BE RESPECTFUL AND TAKE PERSONAL
CONVERSATIONS INTO THE LOBBY AREA.
The following items are on file for consideration of Council:
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ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
POLICY ITEMS & STAFF REPORTS
PETITIONS OR COMMUNICATIONS, ORAL OR WRITTEN
The Public Comment section offers an opportunity for any citizen to express opinions or
ask questions regarding City services, policies or other matters of community concern,
and any agenda items that are not a part of a scheduled public hearing. Citizens will have
five minutes for comments. This time limit was established to provide efficiency in the
conduct of the meeting and to allow equal
opportunity for everyone wishing to speak. An immediate response should not be expected,
as issues are typically referred to City staff for follow-up or research and are then
reported back to Council and the individual who initiated the comment or inquiry.
Written materials for presentation to Council must be submitted to the City Clerk as the
speaker approaches the podium.
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COUNCIL REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
The Consent Agenda can be adopted by a simple motion. The Consent Agenda will be read
aloud prior to a vote on the motion. Any Consent Agenda item may be removed from the
Consent Agenda at the request of a Council Member for individual consideration.
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Approval of Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2026
Reappointment of Darek Thomas to the Trinidad Urban Renewal
Authority
Bills
Individuals with disabilities needing auxiliary aid(s) may request assistance by contacting Audra Garrett, City Clerk, 135
N. Animas Street, Phone (719) 846-9843, or FAX (719) 846-4140. At least a 48 hour advance notice prior to the
scheduled meeting would be appreciated so that arrangements can be made to locate the requested auxiliary aid(s).
Celebrating America’s 250 ~ Colorado’s 150 ~ Trinidad’s 150
135 N. Animas St
Trinidad, CO 81082
(719) 846-9843
Trinidad City Council Agenda
Regular Meeting
January 20, 2026
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CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL (cont.)
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Approval of Payroll, January 17, 2026, through January 30, 2026
PUBLIC HEARINGS (none)
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
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Consideration of appointment to E-911 Authority Board
Consideration of a resolution to change the signatory on the existing State
Revolving Loan Fund for the Water Tank Rehabilitation Project
First reading of an Ordinance for the purpose of adjusting the rates for
electric service, power, and energy, and setting a public hearing for said
ordinance at 6:00 pm on February 17, 2026
First reading of an ordinance increasing the gas delivery charge applicable
to all customer service classifications and setting a public hearing for said
ordinance at 6:00 pm on February 17, 2026
REPORTS BY CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY
EXECUTIVE SESSION – For a conference with the City Attorney for the purpose
of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) –
Legal advice for actual and potential litigation
ADJOURNMENT
Individuals with disabilities needing auxiliary aid(s) may request assistance by contacting Audra Garrett, City Clerk, 135
N. Animas Street, Phone (719) 846-9843, or FAX (719) 846-4140. At least a 48 hour advance notice prior to the
scheduled meeting would be appreciated so that arrangements can be made to locate the requested auxiliary aid(s).
Celebrating America’s 250 ~ Colorado’s 150 ~ Trinidad’s 150
135 N. Animas St
Trinidad, CO 81082
(719) 846-9843