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Lamar Redevelopment Authority Okays Norjune Extension, Breakfast Restaurant Request

Lamar Redevelopment Authority Okays Norjune Extension, Breakfast Restaurant Request

    Neil and Rinda Emick’s request of an extension deadline for their NorJune Apartment renovations was approved by the Lamar Redevelopment Authority.  Construction delays occurred when 16 of the 32 new windows had manufacturer defects which required replacing.  This delay set back the couple’s timetable from repairing the stucco to have the building at […]

City Council has 2024 Budget and Land Develop Interests on Meeting Agenda

City Council has 2024 Budget and Land Develop Interests on Meeting Agenda

    Several financial concerns were addressed during the Lamar City Council’s October 9th meeting this past Monday. The council held a public hearing for the proposed City of Lamar 2024 budget to outline expected revenues to the city and how the funds will be spent through the new year.  Following the hearing, the council […]

Lamar Council Appoints Brent Bates as Ward One Rep

      The Lamar City Council, following a work session interview and a subsequent executive session on May 8th, selected Brent Bates by a five to one vote to replace former member, Anne-Marie Crampton for Ward One following Crampton’s resignation earlier this spring.  Bates was one of six applicants for the position and took […]

Council Seeking Crime Prevention Grant/Duffy New Councilmember

Council Seeking Crime Prevention Grant/Duffy New Councilmember

  Mike Duffy became the city’s newest councilmember, receiving his oath of office from Judge Lane Porter during the October 10th council meeting.  Duffy is replacing former councilman Oscar Riley in Ward 2.  Riley passed away earlier this autumn.  The council also approved a new hotel/motel license application from Josie Kilgore of Lamar for Lamar […]

Council Reviews Ordinances for Public Safety Committee/Building Vacancy Registration

Council Reviews Ordinances for Public Safety Committee/Building Vacancy Registration

  The Lamar City Council held in-depth discussions regarding two ordinances during its May 10th meeting.  One proposes the creation of a five-member Public Safety Advisory Board for the community and the other outlines guidelines for owners of vacant buildings to identify their future plans for the property. The safety committee Ordinance #1245 will receive […]

Council Approves Water Deal for Highway 287 Construction

Council Approves Water Deal for Highway 287 Construction

    Several weeks from now, CDOT and Scott Contracting will begin a road improvement project from Savage Avenue, south along Highway 287.  The 3.5-mile-long project will require 3 million gallons of water by the time it’s completed in July.  The construction company is building a batch plant north of Spreading Antlers Golf Course and […]

Lamar City Council Discusses Owner Accountability for Vacant Buildings

Lamar City Council Discusses Owner Accountability for Vacant Buildings

      Lamar City Council members discussed an ordinance, suggested by City Administrator, Steve Kil, that can help officials identify the owners of vacant buildings and the level of the structure’s current code compliance. A 2020 report generated by the city indicated there are over 100 residential and commercial properties in Lamar that are […]

City Sales Tax Revenue Maintains Monthly Gain

City Sales Tax Revenue Maintains Monthly Gain

    August Sales and Use Tax for the City of Lamar continued its year-long trend of increases for revenues collected in September. City Sales Tax collections were up 3.18% for a monthly total of $304,099 compared to 2019 at $294,738. Use Tax collections were up 43.09% for a monthly total of $28,976. Total Sales […]

Lamar City Council Opposes LUB Proposed Rate Hike

Lamar City Council Opposes LUB Proposed Rate Hike

  The Lamar City Council unanimously voted to adopt Resolution No. 20-09-01 which opposes a basic rate adjustment for Light Plant customers during their September 14th meeting. Prior to the Lamar Utilities Board public hearing on Tuesday, September 29th, regarding a proposed 1.4% electric rate increase for several classes of customers, including residential, the Lamar […]

Public Hearing for Street Name Change

Public Hearing for Street Name Change

    The Lamar City Council has scheduled a public hearing on Monday, September 14th, to discuss changing Ridge Trail to Trail Ridge. The meeting begins at 7pm in council chambers or through streaming resources. The current road connects to Sunset Ridge in the neighborhood south of town, off Memorial Drive, known as The Ridges. […]

Lamar City Sales Tax Revenue Report, January 2020 Collected in February

Lamar City Sales Tax Revenue Report, January 2020 Collected in February

    The City of Lamar Sales Tax report showed a positive revenue gain early in 2020 with collections up 5.52% for a $13,454 gain over this same time last year. Revenues for 2020 are at $257,304 compared to $243,849 in 2019. Use Tax collections for this period are up 215% for a gain of […]

Lamar Can Benefit from Switch of Funding Sources for Main Street Projects

Lamar Can Benefit from Switch of Funding Sources for Main Street Projects

    The Lamar City Council decided to go with a different funding source for civic improvement projects during its February 24th meeting. Community Development Director, Angie Cue, explained the estimated duration of the City of Lamar’s Main Street Streetscaping project, estimated at $500,000, could extend into 2023. Local CDOT engineers have expressed concerns that […]

2019 Year in Review - OCTOBER

2019 Year in Review – OCTOBER

  The following articles are a recap of various news events which have had an impact on residents of Prowers County this past year. Gateway Safety Flare acquired by Orion Safety Products LAMAR, October 10, 2019 – As of Friday, October 4, 2019, Gateway Safety Flare (GSF) of Lamar announced that it has completed the […]

Lamar Selects New City Administrator

Lamar Selects New City Administrator

LAMAR, COLORADO (December 20, 2019) – After an extensive search, Lamar’s Mayor and City Council of Lamar have announced that Steve Kil will be the City’s new Administrator. Steve Kil is currently the Town Manager for the Town of St. John, Indiana, a position he has held since 2001.  Mayor Kirk Crespin and the members of […]

Lamar City Administrator Finalists Meet the Public

Lamar City Administrator Finalists Meet the Public

    The two candidates for Lamar City Administrator remain from the 29 first considered for the position. They are: Erik Hansen and Steve Kill. Candidates from 13 states including Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Oklahoma, and Texas were offered by a commercial recruitment Firm (SGR), which was hired […]