May 4, 2026 City Council Work Session

The City of Montrose held a City Council Work Session on May 4, 2026, focusing primarily on infrastructure and water resource management. A key procurement discussion involved the contract award recommendation for the design of the 6700 Cedar Creek Bridge replacement. The council reviewed the project scope, including design, permitting, and construction planning for 2027, with Price Price selected as the design contractor based on price and qualifications. The project aligns with the city's long-term capital plan to improve transportation corridors and pedestrian access. Additionally, the council received a detailed update on the 2026 water resource outlook, including water supply forecasts, drought conditions, and the status of Project 7, a regional water treatment initiative. Discussions included water conservation strategies, infrastructure resiliency, and potential future capital improvements. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but recommendations and plans for future procurement actions were outlined. Other topics included public safety statistics and preliminary discussions on e-bike regulations, with plans for further review and community input.