Town of Limon

The meeting began with a proclamation honoring Carol Barb for her service on the Library Board. Key actions included the approval of Resolution No. 26-01-01, designating the posting place for public meetings, and Resolution No. 26-01-02, which designates a replacement for the Town Manager during extended absence or incapacitation for 2026. The Board unanimously approved the renewal of three liquor licenses: PinBowl Alley, Windmill, and Loaf N Jug. Administration reports covered the police department's full staff, court fines, an agreement for a new officer, and a pending Grand Jury trial. The Town Manager noted the availability of nomination petitions for board positions and announced requests for proposals for the Event Center. Trustee Ferree discussed the necessity of appointing an elected official to the Region Four Opioid Abatement Council to continue securing funding for Eastern Colorado.

The meeting included citizen input regarding economic development and the Downtown Limon Christmas celebration, as well as an update on applying for a Brownfields Grant. Key actions taken were the unanimous approval of the liquor license renewal for the Tamarack Golf Course. A public hearing was held concerning the 2026 Budget, which was subsequently adopted via Resolution No. 24-12-20. Furthermore, the Board adopted a resolution (No. 24-12-21) for levying general property taxes for 2026 and approved Ordinance No. 648 appropriating funds for the 2026 budget year. A new appointment was made to the Library Board. Administrative reports noted a rescheduling of the January 2026 board meeting and plans for an employee appreciation party. Finally, outstanding bills for November were approved for payment.

The meeting included a public hearing regarding changes that affected the 2026 budget, during which no comments were received from the public. Following the hearing, the Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 25-12-22, which appropriates additional sums of money to cover expenses exceeding the amounts budgeted for the Town of Limon, Colorado, for the year 2026.

The Board discussed and approved a liquor license application from Jenny's LLC, and Resolution No. 25-11-19, which approves an agreement with Haynie and Company for professional audit services for the fiscal year 2025. They also approved Ordinance No. 646 regarding the regulation of E-Bikes and scooters, and Ordinance No. 647, amending Resolution 06-040224 for a lease of certain irrigation water rights. Additionally, the board approved the liquor license renewal for Martini's Liquors and appointed members to the Board of Adjustments and the Library Board. The police chief reported on a grand jury trial and the locking of pavilion restrooms at night. The town manager discussed a budget workshop, the closing on a building purchase, and a tour of other town's community buildings. The Mayor discussed defining a name for the new building.

The agenda includes a budget workshop, which is for discussion only, and no decisions will be made.