Colfax extends Rainbow Music lease after outpouring of public support; council sets 12‑month extension, then month‑to‑month with 90‑day notice

Colfax City Council voted unanimously to extend the lease for the longtime Rainbow Music studio located in a historic rail car for 12 months, then to convert the agreement to month‑to‑month with a required 90‑day notice from either party before termination.

The Bonners—Robert and Christine Bonner—have taught music from the rail car downtown for about 40 years, and dozens of students, parents and residents told the council at length that the studio is a community anchor. “Rainbow Music in the old train car is about community,” said one resident during public comment, echoing multiple speakers who described free or low‑cost lessons, performances for veterans and fundraiser work.

Why it matters: Speakers including…