Trinidad City Council Part 1 5/28/26

The Trinidad City Council meeting held on May 28, 2026, was marked by significant public unrest and contentious discussions primarily focused on personnel matters, legal disputes, and governance issues rather than procurement or contracting activities. Key topics included allegations of unconstitutional actions by city officials, calls for resignations of the mayor pro tem, city administrator, and police chief, and concerns over the termination of municipal judge Shelena Bibbins and the city attorney. Legal counsel for Judge Bibbins requested an open hearing and highlighted potential federal civil rights implications if the termination proceeded. The council voted to table the termination item amid procedural objections. There was also mention of ongoing litigation involving the city and potential outside legal representation, but no formal contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were reported during the meeting. The meeting underscored deep divisions within the city government and community, with calls for transparency, accountability, and resolution of critical issues such as water infrastructure and financial audits.