The Forum: Wednesday August 26, 2026

The City of Montrose held a forum on August 26, 2026, focused on planning and development updates presented by the county's Planning and Development Director, Tom Mitch Richmond. Key procurement-related topics included the adoption of the wildfire resiliency code mandated by Senate Bill 23166, which affects building permits and construction standards in wildfire-prone areas. The county also discussed recent updates to septic system regulations and zoning amendments addressing temporary workforce housing, including public hearing processes and impact analyses required for developers. Future procurement activities were highlighted, such as the planned hiring of a consultant to conduct a state-mandated housing needs assessment funded by a grant, and upcoming comprehensive updates to subdivision and zoning regulations aimed at supporting agricultural uses and managing growth. The forum also covered intergovernmental agreements with fire protection districts and coordination with the city on infrastructure annexations, emphasizing developer responsibilities for infrastructure costs. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were announced during the meeting.