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Fruita City Council Meeting

July 1, 2025 · Fruita, CO
Source: Meeting minutes 2025-07-01 (PDF, 10 pp)
Retrieved April 20, 2026 from www.fruita.org ↗
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Attendees

✓ Matthew Breman (Mayor)
✓ Aaron Hancey (Mayor Pro Tem)
✓ James Williams (City Councilor)
✓ Jeannine Purser (City Councilor)
✓ Amanda Quigley (City Councilor)
✓ Amy Miller (City Councilor)
✓ Rich Parrish (City Councilor)
✓ Shannon Vassen (City Manager)
✓ Dan Caris (Assistant City Manager)
✓ Kaydee Lucero (Administrative Assistant to the City Manager)
✓ Kenya Contreras (Student Intern)
✓ Ciara Amann (Communications and Engagement Manager)
✓ Deb Woods (City Clerk)
✓ Joe Zaher (Finance Director)
✓ Henry Hemphill (Planning and Development Director)
✓ Steve Martinez (Project Engineer)
✓ Steve Moralez (Facilities Supervisor at the Fruita Community Center)
✓ Molly Bethe (Aquatics Supervisor)
✓ Madison Harlow (Lifeguard)
✓ Sean Lopez (Parks Supervisor)
✓ Marc Mancuso (Parks and Recreation Director)
✓ Mary Elizabeth Geiger (City Attorney)
✓ Present: 22/22

Decisions

#1

APPROVED

#2

APPROVED

#3

APPROVED

#4

APPROVED

Agenda Items

#1

Call to Order and Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Breman.
#2

Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance

A moment of silence was held, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
#3

Agenda - Adopt/Amend

The agenda was adopted with no changes.
#4

Proclamations and Presentations

A proclamation was read and presented to the Parks and Recreation Department.
#5

Public Participation and Consent Agenda

Public comments were heard, and the consent agenda was approved.
#6

Acknowledgement of Newly Reappointed Boards and Commissions Member

Denise Hight was acknowledged for her reappointment to the Historic Preservation Board.
#7

Public Hearings and Action Items

A public hearing was held for a new liquor license, and the Council approved the issuance of the license.
#8

Administrative Agenda

A resolution was approved to impose a suspension on the processing of applications for Title 32 Special Districts.
#9

City Manager Report

The City Manager provided updates on various topics, including the July 3rd Fireworks Show and the appointment of a new Interim Public Works Director.
#10

Council Reports and Actions

Council members provided reports and discussed various topics, including traffic safety and mental health concerns.

Public Comments

2 speakers
Tessa Binam · Topic: Accessibility and transparency in city government

Binam discussed the importance of making city government more accessible and transparent, particularly for community members who may not be able to understand complex language or participate in meetings.

David McKeand · Topic: Traffic safety concerns

McKeand expressed concerns about traffic safety in his neighborhood and suggested potential solutions, such as signage or a stop sign.