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The Town has been focused on preparing the 2026 budget and, like many communities, we are facing a difficult financial reality. A decline in sales tax revenue, our primary source of income, combined with rising costs has created a budget shortfall that requires thoughtful action. To address this challenge, Town staff and the Citizens Service Levels Advisory Committee have been carefully reviewing options to ensure the long-term stability of municipal services. This process has included evaluating potential reductions, deferring projects, adjusting maintenance schedules, and considering organizational changes. These discussions have not been easy, but they are essential to maintaining the Town’s financial health. While workforce changes are part of the solution, we want to emphasize that every decision has been made with great care and after exploring alternatives such as reducing discretionary spending and reorganizing departments. We are committed to keeping residents informed as these decisions take shape and will continue to prioritize the delivery of high-quality services within our available resources. F A L L 2 0 2 5 2026 TOWN BUDGET Why Hunt Zombies? Because every permit sold helps fund the development of the Heart of Monument Park — a vibrant, inclusive space for recreation, connection, and celebration in the heart of our town. What do you get. For $25 you get a certificate for your window, and a personalized identification card, and bragging rights as a Heart of Monument Park supporter. Permits Available Now! Get yours before they vanish like a zombie at sunrise! Visit www.townofmonument.org or stop by Town Hall to purchase. N E W S L E T T E R Hunting Permits F I N A N C E The 2024 Town Audit was completed by June 30, 2025, and presented to the Town Council. The audit identified no material findings, which indicates the Town’s finances are being well managed. The Town Manager created the Citizens Service Levels Advisory Committee and the Finance Team has leading the meetings and providing background information to the Committee Members to support their work of evaluating the Town’s levels of service and available funding. The Finance team prepared and presented the Proposed Preliminary 2026 Budget to the Town Council. Incorporating direction from the Town Council, a Proposed Draft 2026 Budget will be presented to the Town Council in November and is expected to be adopted in December 2025. Water only what your plants need 645 Beacon Lite Rd, Monument, CO 80132 I [PHONE REDACTED] I TownofMonument.org Follow Us ---PAGE BREAK--- FALL 2025 I Town of Monument I 645 Beacon Lite Rd, Monument, CO 80132 I [PHONE REDACTED] I TownofMonument.org For more info, please visit our CALENDAR at TownofMonument.org/calendar.aspx. OCT 6 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* OCT 8 6pm Planning Comm Mtg** OCT 13 Columbus Day-Town Hall closed OCT 20 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* NOV 3 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* NOV 11 Veteran’s Day-Town Hall closed NOV 12 6pm Planning Comm Mtg** NOV 17 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* NOV 27 Thanksgiving-Town Hall closed NOV 28 Day After Thanksgiving-Town Hall closed DEC 1 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* DEC 10 6pm Planning Comm Mtg** DEC 15 6:30pm Town Council Mtg* DEC 24 Christmas Eve-Town Hall closed DEC 25 Christmas Day-Town Hall closed DEC 31 New Year’s Eve-Town Hall closed C A L E N D A R For more information, visit our website at townofmonument.org/132/Community-Events *TOWN COUNCIL MTG LINK monumentco.portal.civicclerk.com **PLANNING COMMISSION MTG LINK TownofMonument.org/263/Planning-Commission P L A N N I N G D E P T . Stormwater Management Plan Update. The Planning Department is working with its stormwater consultant, V3, to update the Town’s Stormwater Management Plan—last revised in 2006. This comprehensive update aims to assess the performance of existing stormwater infrastructure by modeling current hydrologic conditions within the Town of Monument and projecting how these systems will respond to future development. The findings from this analysis will inform updates to the Town’s Stormwater Management Plan, including recommendations for both local and regional facility improvements, as well as policy enhancements. These updates are designed to ensure long-term protection for the Town and its residents from stormwater-related impacts and liabilities. On September 11, 2025, V3 briefed Town Staff on the status of the Stormwater Management Plan update project. Project objectives, steps taken, status of study, and next steps were all discussed. V3’s PowerPoint presentation is available at www.townofmonument.org/ monument2040. Monument 2040 Vision Community Workshop. In Mid-October the Planning and Public Works departments and the Town’s planning and engineering consultant teams will be hosting multiple local meetings, including a community meeting, to present the status of the Monument 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Stormwater Management Plan update, and to begin the Monument 2040 visioning process. A Community Visioning Workshop is being planned for the evening of Thursday, October 16. Those interested in participating in these community-wide projects are encouraged to sign up at monument2040.com or by emailing [EMAIL REDACTED]. Why is Stormwater Management important? Flood Prevention Stormwater management helps prevent flooding in urban areas by effectively managing stormwater runoff. Erosion Control Proper stormwater management protects our infrastructure and building from damage caused by flooding and soil erosion. Water Quality Improvement Stormwater management plays a crucial role in improvidng water quality by reducing pollutants in stormwater runoff into our ponds, creeks, lakes, and ground water. Environmental Conservation Stormwater management supports environmental conservation efforts by preparing for and mitigating potential damage to critical natural habitats and open space. Property Value and Aesthetics Effective stormwater management can enhance property values and improve the aesthetic appeal of communities.