City Council Work Session - April 6, 2026

The City Council Work Session for the City of Pueblo on April 6, 2026, included several key discussions related to procurement and budgetary matters. The council reviewed legislative updates affecting local government funding and policies, including bills on vehicle ID systems and affordable housing funds. A significant portion of the meeting focused on presentations about community programs and capital projects. Notably, the Sky Corral Club presented on their RC airfield facility, highlighting its economic impact and the need for runway improvements. The city discussed bids received for the airfield relocation and runway project, with options to proceed with a reduced scope project within a $400,000 budget, including city funds and private donations. Additionally, the fire department proposed an ordinance to realign staffing positions to better meet operational needs, which involved converting three vacant Emergency Medical Operator (EMO) positions to engineer positions to address recruitment challenges. The council also received updates on various boards and commissions, including economic development RFQ proposals under review and potential changes to airport lease fees. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but several action items related to contract awards, budget allocations, and project scopes were discussed.