City Boards

Urban Renewal Authority

LJURA Strategic Plan

An Urban Renewal Authority (URA) is a public agency specifically authorized under the Colorado Urban Renewal Law to assist local governments in revitalizing and improving areas within a city or town, often targeting areas deemed blighted or in need or redevelopment. URAs work by creating urban renewal plans, developing projects, and implementing these plans to achieve specific goals like eliminating blight, attracting private investment, and creating jobs. The La Junta Urban Renewal Authority (LJURA) is a separate legal entity under the state statute and has very specific operating abilities and powers under the law.

LJURA is governed by a 9-member board of commissioners appointed and confirmed by the City Council for staggered terms. LJURA’s primary function is to assist the city and property owners in elimination and prevention of slums and blighted areas through creative redevelopment.

Goals include improving the overall quality of life for residents, including enhancing public spaces, improving infrastructure, and creating more vibrant communities. Redevelopment projects can lead to increased property values, which in turn can lead to a higher tax base for the city. This can provide additional funding for public services and infrastructure.

BOARD	DATE	LOCATION
Urban Renewal Authority	4th Thursday at 4 p.m.	Council Chambers 601 Colorado

NAME	TERM
Nancy Bennett Chair	12/31/2027
Toni Madrid Vice-Chair	12/31/2026
Marty Fleischacker Commissioner	12/31/2028
Joseph Ayala Mayor	12/31/2025
Carly Johnson Commissioner	12/31/2026
Cheryl Lindner Commissioner	12/31/2027
Ben Mason Commissioner	12/31/2029
Zach Miner Commissioner	12/31/2030
Angel Saucedo Commissioner	12/31/2030

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