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City Clerk's Office Item # M16
Background Paper for Proposed
Resolution
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026
TO: President Mark Aliff and Members of City Council
CC: Mayor Heather Graham
VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk
FROM: Mayor Heather Graham
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PUEBLO URBAN RENEWAL
AUTHORITY TO ACQUIRE OWNERSHIP OF TWO PARCELS LOCATED
AT 420 W NORTHERN AVENUE (PARCEL 1512101003) AND 418 W
NORTHERN AVENUE (PARCEL 1512101004) FOR REDEVELOPMENT
PURPOSES
SUMMARY:
This Resolution directs the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) to acquire the
properties as described below to be targeted for redevelopment using Community
Development Block Grant Funding. This acquisition may take place a variety of ways,
including through private purchase, tax or other lien sale, or through condemnation
authorities vested in them through (site urban renewal authority law)
418 West Northern Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81004, Parcel #1512101004
420 West Northern Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81004, Parcel #1512101003
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
No Previous Council Action.
BACKGROUND:
The Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) possesses the statutory authority under
the Colorado Urban Renewal Law (C.R.S. § 31-25-101 et seq.) to acquire real property
within designated urban renewal areas by purchase, negotiation, tax sale, foreclosure of
liens, or eminent domain when necessary to assemble sites for effective redevelopment.
The City of Pueblo receives an annual allocation of Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funding. One eligible use of this funding includes economic development
in low-moderate income neighborhoods. The City is asking the PURA to acquire this
property. Once acquired, the City intends to use CDBG funds to create a community
space, which will include parking, upgraded lighting, and other improvements.
This project is part of a broader strategic approach to rejuvenate the Bessemer
neighborhood by removing blight and creating community amenities
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
There are no direct financial implications for this ordinance.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
Not Applicable.
STAKEHOLDER PROCESS:
Not Applicable.
ALTERNATIVES:
Council could deny this action and it would result in the ownership remaining as-is.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of the Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Urban Renewal Purchase
RESOLUTION NO. 16227
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PUEBLO URBAN RENEWAL
AUTHORITY TO ACQUIRE OWNERSHIP OF TWO PARCELS
LOCATED AT 420 W NORTHERN AVENUE (PARCEL
1512101003) AND 418 W NORTHERN AVENUE (PARCEL
1512101004) FOR REDEVELOPMENT PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the City of Pueblo has identified the properties located at 418420 West
and safety hazards, promote economic vitality, and enhance the quality of life in the surrounding
neighborhood; and
WHEREAS,
approved urban renewal plan and qualify for funding through the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) program; and,
WHEREAS, acquisition and transformation of the Properties into a vibrant community
spacefeaturing parking, enhanced lighting, landscaping, and other public amenitiesdirectly
removing blight and
creating welcoming, accessible gathering places for residents; and
WHEREAS, the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) possesses the statutory
authority under the Colorado Urban Renewal Law (C.R.S. § 31-25-101 et seq.) to acquire real
property within designated urban renewal areas by purchase, negotiation, tax sale, foreclosure of
liens, or eminent domain when necessary to assemble sites for effective redevelopment; NOW,
THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that
SECTION 1.
The Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority is hereby authorized and directed to acquire the
Properties located at 418420 West Northern Avenue for the purpose of community
redevelopment.
SECTION 2.
Acquisition may be accomplished by any lawful means available to PURA, including
voluntary purchase, negotiation, acquisition through tax or lien sale, or, as a last resort, the
exercise of eminent domain powers.
SECTION 3.
Upon acquisition, the City intends to utilize available Community Development Block Grant
funds to develop the site as a public community space, including parking, upgraded lighting, and
related improvements.
SECTION 4.
PURA and City staff shall proceed in full compliance with state and federal law, ensuring
just compensation, relocation assistance where required, and maximum public benefit.
SECTION 5.
The officers and staff of the City are authorized to perform any and all acts consistent with
this Resolution to implement the policies and procedures described herein.
INTRODUCED: January 12, 2026
BY: Brett Boston
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED: __________________________
PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL
ATTESTED BY: ________________________
CITY CLERK