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Committee flags code updates and a charter review as priorities for 2026
Summary
Cañon City public works and legal staff raised outdated code (Title 12 right‑of‑way, sidewalks) and a draft procurement policy; the chair proposed a charter review committee to modernize the city's 1945 charter with a target 2027 vote.
Public works and other staff told the committee several city codes need attention, including Title 12 for right‑of‑way permitting and unclear sidewalk maintenance language that shifts responsibility to the city. Staff suggested reviewing ordinances related to water, stormwater and sidewalks as part of budget and policy discussions.
Separately, the chair proposed forming a charter review committee—a "blue‑ribbon" group including a former mayor—to address outdated charter provisions and align procurement policy with modern practice ahead of a potential 2027 charter vote. The chair said the procurement policy review will provide a policy that complies with the charter now and an ideal version to adopt if the charter is amended.
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