Phil Ray Jack presented information to Council to inform them of what the Buck Creek Valley Animal Rescue is and does. This is an organization whose primary mission is to rescue horses who need them and help the horses connect with those who need them.

Council asked questions regarding the organization and thanked Phil Jack and everyone involved in the organization for what they are doing with this project.

Pat Steenburg presented to Council what this grant entails. This is a grant that was applied for in 2014 for funding from Department of Local Affairs for Energy Impact Assistance Funds. The amount of funds granted was $165,074 for pedestrian and drainage improvements on West Eighth Street.

Councilor Griego thanked the City Manager and DOLA for their work and the assistance.

Councilor Griego moved, seconded by Councilor Vigil to allow the Mayor. The motion carried unanimously.

Pat Steenburg presented information to Council regarding this ordinance. This ordinance is regarding the alley on the north side of Block 1, College subdivision. This land was a transfer between Adams State College and the Trinity Lutheran Church that resulted in the church obtaining the property to the rear (north) of their facility for the relocation of the playground. With the completion of playground, the church is now requesting the vacation of the alley that separates the existing building from the playground.

Council further discussed the ordinance. This a dead-end alley that serve no properties other than those involved in the vacation request and original land transfer.

Councilor Gillaspie moved, seconded by Councilor Vigil, to accept Ordinance No. 7 - 2015 vacating the alley on the north side of Block 1, College Subdivision, on first reading and set it for public hearing thereon on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard. The motion carried unanimously.

The June 17, 2015 regular meeting falls during the Colorado Municipal League Conference and Council members will be unavailable to meet.

Councilor  Johnson moved, seconded by Councilor Vigil to move the June 17th meeting to be held with the July 1st meeting. The motion carried unanimously.

Heather Brooks reviewed this Ordinance with Council that was first presented at the previous meeting on first reading.

Mayor Lucero opened the public hearing at 7:39 p.m. and asked for those wishing to speak on this matter.

Dan McCann spoke regarding salaries and stated how Alamosa is expensive.

There being no one further wishing to speak, the hearing closed at 7:41 p.m.

Councilor Greigo moved, seconded by Councilor Johnson, that Ordinance No. 5, 2015 be finally adopted. The motion carried unanimously.

Counselor Schwiesow reviewed the Ordinance with Council, which was first presented at the last meeting. He highlighted a couple things from the Ordinance and informed them that there is a new estimation of the projected maturity schedule for the bond. The interest rate that had been secured has gone down, so the schedule of the principal payments has been altered. The total payment is still the same. This change will be incorporated in the finalized ordinance. 

Council further discussed this the Ordinance. 

Mayor Lucero opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. and asked for those wishing to speak. There being no one wishing to speak, the hearing closed at 7:52 p.m.

Councilor Johnson moved, seconded by Councilor Gillaspie that Ordinance No.06-2015 be finally adopted. The motion carried unanimously.

Heather Brooks present to Council the request made by SLV Confined Aquifer Sustainability, Inc.  This request is for a contribution to protect well pumping from the confined aquifer. The contribution is estimated to be approximately $8,025.00, which is not included in the budget.

Council further discussed the request and the effects and impacts of the contribution. Staff recommends working closely with the group as there is similar interests, but as far as the contribution, there isn't any additional benefit to the City and it would be hard to justify spending that amount.

Councilor Johnson moved, seconded by Councilor Vigil, that Council support SLV Confined Aquifer Sustainability in any way possible but at this time deny the request for the initial contribution. The motion carried 5 to 1, with Councilor Griego casting the no vote.

Councilor Vigil reported on the School Board.

Councilor Gillaspie reported on the financials of the Golf Board, which Councilor Stefano sits on. 

Councilor Coleman reported on the San Luis Valley Development Resource Group. 

Councilor Johnson reported on the Local Marketing Board. 

Holly Martinez spoke to Council regarding the advisory boards and the recruitment process. She asked Council for direction on whether they want to interview those who have requested reappointment or what they would like to do. Council discussed what they would like.

She also gave an update of the Deputy Clerk position. Interviews were conducted and an offer was made and accepted.

Heather Brooks reminded Council of upcoming scheduled meetings:

- Tomorrow is the CML Spring Outreach Meeting

- The public meeting regarding plastic bags is next Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at the recreation center. 

She also updated Council regarding the committee that has been established related to conservation and asked Council for direction in regards to the City Services Fair.

She also informed Council of a development of a situation that is occurring near the railroad regarding a significant amount of loud noise. It has been consistent for about 3-4 days and is occurring beyond normal operating hours as well. She has spoken with Matt Abbey at the railroad and he has been very cooperative and has been looking at all the possibilities to see what he can do to limit the noise that is within his control. 

Councilor Coleman commented in regards to the Advisory Boards and the conservation committee.

Councilor Johnson thanked staff for the water meeting last week.

Councilor Coleman thanked the Chief of Police and everyone that participated in the activities that they participated in last week.

Mayor Lucero commented on the retirement for Dr. Svaldi, and the welcoming of the new President for ASU Dr. Beverly McClure.

The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

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Holly Martinez, City Clerk                                                      Josef Lucero, Mayor