July 29, 2026 City Council Meeting

The City of Montrose held a special City Council meeting on July 29, 2026, primarily to discuss proposed charter amendments related to moving the general municipal elections from April to November of even-numbered years and implementing lifetime 8-year term limits for all council seats. The council and public engaged in extensive debate over the potential impacts of shifting election dates, including concerns about voter turnout, election costs, ballot focus, and the nonpartisan nature of municipal elections. There was also significant discussion about the proposed term limits, with some council members and citizens questioning the necessity and potential unintended consequences of lifetime limits versus consecutive term limits. The council acknowledged the need for clear ordinance language, including provisions for extending current officials' terms if the election date changes, but expressed concerns about the rushed timeline and limited preparation time for the city attorney to draft the necessary legal documents. No final votes were taken, but council members agreed to begin drafting ordinances for the proposed amendments pending further discussion and public input in upcoming meetings.