Sara Lancaster

The regular meeting included reports from guests representing Lincoln Community Health, discussing topics such as vaccination needs and specialist additions; Some Girls and a Mural, proposing a mural for Town Hall; and Lincoln County Economic Development, covering upcoming Rural Philanthropy Days and affordable housing initiatives. Action items included the unanimous approval of several resolutions: Resolution 2026-01 designating official public notice locations, Resolution 2026-02 appointing an election official, and Resolution 2026-03 approving a lease agreement with the Colorado Cobras. The Board unanimously approved the liquor license renewal for Mini Mart, Inc dba Loaf N Jug #68. A Public Hearing was held concerning the Smith Minor Subdivision Replat Application, which the Board ultimately voted to deny based on non-compliance with the Hugo Land Development Code criteria. Old Business involved ongoing searches for playground equipment and community members for the Hugo Main Street Board. Staff reports covered updates on generator parts for a lift station and project updates.

The meeting agenda was adopted unanimously. The primary discussion point involved entering into an executive session pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e) to determine positions relative to matters subject to negotiations, develop strategy for negotiations, and instruct negotiators, specifically related to the hiring of a public works director. The executive session concluded, and the meeting was subsequently adjourned.

The special meeting of the Board of Trustees commenced with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was adopted unanimously. Following a brief public comment period where the Chief Marshal inquired about the executive session topic, the Board proceeded into executive session pursuant to C.C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b), concerning the authority of the Trustees over Town Departments. After concluding the executive session, the meeting was adjourned.

The regular meeting addressed several action items, including the appointment of Zachary Schoenfeld to the Hugo Housing Authority Board and Robert Karxberger to the Hugo Library Board. The Board unanimously approved the VFW Liquor License renewal application and Resolution 2025-14, which adopts a new Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2026. Further, Resolution 2025-15 was approved, concerning a significant loan from the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority for financing improvements to the Town's Water Facilities. Two public hearings were held: one for the Consideration of the 2025 Amended Budget and Appropriation, resulting in the approval of Resolution 2025-16, and another for the Consideration of the 2026 Budget, leading to the approval of Resolution 2025-17. The Board also approved Resolution 2025-18 setting the 2026 Mill Levy and Resolution 2025-19 for submitting ballot titles for the April 7, 2026 Municipal Election. Old Business noted that the search for playground equipment is ongoing. Staff reports included updates on filling a Public Works Laborer position and an opening on the ECOG Board. The Mayor reported on progress regarding pool design and code enforcement.

The meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda. Key action items included the approval of Resolution 2025-03, which approves a lease agreement with the Colorado Cobras, and the renewal of the Mini Mart Inc. dba Loaf N Jug liquor license. The Board also approved an amendment to the Hines Park revitalization project scope, specifically removing the planned dog park, while maintaining the originally identified scope otherwise. Financial reports were accepted. Staff and guest reports provided updates on the Marshals Office activities, Public Works status, Clerk Administrator functions, and presentations from Lincoln Health and Lincoln County Economic Development.