April 20, 2026 City Council Work Session

The City of Montrose held a City Council Work Session on April 20, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. Key topics included authorization of a $600,000 expense for the Veterans Memorial project, with funding split evenly between the city and county. The council discussed a sole source contract with Striker and Company, emphasizing the value of in-kind donations and coordination with the Colorado National Guard to reduce costs. Additionally, the council reviewed and recommended approval for multiple heavy equipment purchases totaling approximately $1.59 million, including a street sweeper, rollers, a trash truck, and a combination sewer cleaner truck. These purchases utilized cooperative purchasing agreements to secure favorable pricing and included budget savings. The council also discussed the disposal and resale strategy for old equipment to replenish the fleet fund. No votes were explicitly recorded in the transcript, but the discussions indicated preparation for contract awards and budget allocations related to these projects.