City Council Work Session-April 13, 2026

The City Council Work Session for the City of Pueblo on April 13, 2026, included several key discussions related to procurement and budget allocations. The council reviewed a microtransit pilot program aimed at providing free transportation for youth to improve safety, with council members expressing support and concerns about curfew and school schedules. Additionally, an update was provided on the Sky Corral RC airfield project, including a revised construction bid of approximately $390,000 to relocate and improve the runway and facilities, funded through a combination of city budget allocations and private donations totaling around $400,000. The council was presented with options to proceed with the project within budget or delay it. Fire department staffing needs were also discussed, with a proposal to convert three vacant Emergency Medical Operator (EMO) positions to engineer positions to better meet operational demands, noting union opposition but emphasizing community benefits. Updates on various boards, commissions, and legislative matters were also provided, including an ongoing RFQ review for economic development projects. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but several action items related to budget and procurement were highlighted.