The Forum: Wednesday October 28, 2026

The City of Montrose’s Wednesday Forum on October 28, 2026, featured representatives of the American Red Cross discussing its services and local volunteer operations. Speakers described disaster response and sheltering, assistance to people affected by home fires, smoke-alarm installation, CPR and first-aid training, blood drives, and support for military members and families. The Western Colorado chapter reported building its local volunteer team to 33 people and described its response to the Ridgway-area fires, including opening and staffing a shelter. Attendees also asked about volunteer training, donations, emergency equipment, and assistance for fire-affected families.

The organizers announced that the forum’s Veterans Day program in two weeks will instead take place at the new Veterans Memorial, where Veterans Day services and a dedication are planned. No procurement activity, contract awards, spending decisions, or votes were identified.