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City Now Accepting Applications for Historic Preservation Commission Vacancies
The city is accepting applications for three vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission. Applications are due by 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Envision 2040 Comprehensive Plan Open House Planned for September 24
Join the City of Montrose for a Community Open House to learn about the Envision 2040 Comprehensive Plan and provide feedback on proposed technical changes and additions.
Applications Sought For City Council Vacancy
Applications are being accepted for a vacancy in the District IV City Council seat. The deadline to submit an application is 6 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Traffic Advisory - US 50/San Juan Ave CIP3 Sanitary Sewer Construction
Beginning Tuesday, September 15, contractors working for the City of Montrose will begin sewer main construction on Hwy 50/San Juan Ave.
Blog: CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
City Councilors met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 21, to swear in newly elected council members, select a new mayor for the 2026-2027 term, and approve a number of city projects.
Blog: CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
City Councilors met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 3.
Blog: CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
City Councilors met for a work session on Tuesday morning, February 2, to meet new city employees and review several contract awards and proposals for city projects.
City Councilor Dave Frank Resigns From City’s Governing Body
Dave Frank has announced his resignation from the Montrose City Council, effective Monday, September 7.
City Manager And City Council Agree To Mutual Separation
Following 15 years of service to the Montrose community, City of Montrose Manager Bill Bell and the Montrose City Council have agreed to separate, effective immediately.
Common Ground: A Joint Statement from Councilors Badagliacco and Reed
We have not always seen eye-to-eye. We have disagreed, sometimes strongly, about decisions facing the City, the processes by which some of those decisions were made, and what we believe is best for Montrose.
Statement from the City of Montrose City Council
Recently, some community members raised questions about the 2026 General Municipal Election.
New Roundabout at Rio Grande/E Oak Grove Opens
Construction of the new roundabout at Rio Grande and East Oak Grove Road is complete and now open to traffic.