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Rifle City Council • Jul 15, 2026
Published: Jul 15, 2026
Rifle Approves MOU with Western Colorado Business Development Corporation to Boost Local Economy
The Rifle City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Western Colorado Business Development Corporation (WCBDC), formerly known as the Grand Junction Business Incubator Center (GJBIC). This MOU establishes a framework for future agreements and partnerships to foster economic development and support entrepreneurs in Rifle. Key aspects include extending the GJBIC's 'hub model' to Rifle, a potential partnership with REDC to create a retail development incubator space, and jointly pursuing grants to expand operations. The agreement also includes provisions for the WCBDC to provide a staff person to support these initiatives in Rifle, with financial support from the city. The GJBIC has a 40-year history and is recognized nationally for its success.
Rifle Council Approves Temporary Funding for Hogback Bus Service
The Rifle City Council considered and approved Resolution Number 16, series of 2026, which supports a temporary funding solution for the Grand Hogback Bus Service. This resolution aims to maintain the service while longer-term funding and transit connections are explored. The agreement involves a three-year term with an increasing contribution from Rifle, doubling its annual contribution from $40,000 to $80,000 in 2027. The resolution has already been approved by the RAFTA board and requires formalization through an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) if approved by other entities. This action addresses the declining financial contribution from Garfield County, which previously solely funded the service initiated in 2002.
Birch Park Grand Opening Set for July 17th; Community Encouraged to Attend
The city announced the grand opening of Birch Park on July 17th at 4:30 PM. The event will feature free ice cream and non-alcoholic drinks to encourage community members to experience the new park. Council members acknowledged the park's development as a significant achievement, tracing its origins back to securing the property in 2002. The project involved multiple grant acquisitions and extensive planning, turning a former hayfield into a community space. The park is now accessible with the fence removed, and the city highlights its unique design compared to other parks, offering diverse utilization possibilities.
Martinez-Western Constructors Awarded Bid for South Rifle Lift Station Replacement
The Rifle City Council awarded a bid to Martinez-Western Constructors Inc. for the South Rifle Lift Station Replacement Project. The project's budgeted amount was $2,300,000, but the awarded bid, including contingency, totals $3,018,834.50. This increase is attributed to unforeseen costs like concrete admixtures and a protective coating system identified during the design phase, as well as a larger contingency. The city received a $500,000 grant from the DOLA Energy Mineral Impact Assistant Program to help offset costs. The lift station is aging, lacks reliable backup power, and requires upgrades to prevent sanitary sewer overflows. The project is expected to be completed mostly within the 2026 budget year, with potential delays due to equipment lead times.
Rifle City Council Accepts Unmodified 2025 Financial Audit Report
The Rifle City Council accepted the 2025 audited annual financial report, which was completed by Hinkle and Company. The city received an unmodified opinion, indicating that the financial statements are presented fairly and are materially correct. This means the city did not need a single audit, as federal expenditures did not exceed the $1 million threshold. Council members emphasized the city's strong financial position, highlighting a healthy general fund balance that can weather potential revenue disruptions and comparable standing with other municipalities.
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