Arapahoe County public meetings in 2024

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will meet to approve November meeting minutes, receive public comment, and discuss several study session items including the FY 2024 Q3 financial report and an update on the planned 2025 move. The agenda also includes director's comments, a director's report, and a performance review in an administrative session.

• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• FY 2024 Q3 financial report (study session)
• 2025 move update (study session)
• November–December director's report
• Director performance review in administrative session

The Arapahoe County Board of Health met on December 18, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting. The board also received updates on FY 2024 Q3 finances, the December draft report, and the 2025 Move PH update, but took no other formal votes. No executive session was held.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

This is an informal study session of the Arapahoe County Board of Health. The purpose is relationship building and conversation only; no decisions will be made. Topics include the 2025 meeting calendar and board officer nominations.

• Discussion of 2025 Board of Health Calendar and Meeting Topics
• Discussion of 2025 Board Officer Nominations and Director Terms

Planning Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from the December 3, 2024 meeting, adopt the proposed meeting calendar for 2025, and adopt Resolution No 24‑001 establishing agenda posting locations for 2025. It will also hold public hearings on the South Platte Repeater Installation (Case LE24‑001) and on the Eastgate General Development Plan, associated 1041 permit, and Special District Service Plan (Cases GDP23‑003, ASI24‑001, SD24‑002). These items constitute the substantive agenda for the December 17, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2024
• Approval of the meeting calendar for 2025
• Adoption of Resolution No 24‑001 establishing agenda posting locations for 2025
• Public hearing on South Platte Repeater Installation / Location and Extent (Case LE24‑001)
• Public hearing on Eastgate General Development Plan, 1041 Permit, and Special District Service Plan (Cases GDP23‑003, ASI24‑001, SD24‑002)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

This study session consists primarily of director review deliveries scheduled at half-hour intervals, followed by an administrative meeting at noon. The only substantive item is a virtual follow-up discussion on insurance renewal at 2:15 PM. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Director review deliveries for Kathy Smith, Bryan Weimer, Michelle Halstead, Ron Carl, Cheryl Ternes, Todd Weaver, Gini Pingenot, Phil Savino, and Patrick Hernandez
• Administrative Meeting at 12:00 PM
• Insurance Renewal Follow-up (virtual) at 2:15 PM

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session on December 17, 2024, primarily to follow up on insurance renewal discussions. Staff had not yet received updated information from agencies, and not all bids had been received. Proposals regarding deductibles were discussed, but no vote was taken. The meeting was adjourned after the presentation.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the study session
• Discussed insurance renewal deductibles and pending bids

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session on December 16, 2024, discussing three topics: 2025 insurance renewal, an update on community corrections, and a grant application. The insurance renewal discussion includes a presentation on risk management recommendations and cost comparisons. The community corrections update features a draft intergovernmental agreement. The board will also consider acceptance of an Emergency Management Performance Grant for 2025-26.

• 2025 Insurance Renewal Discussion with risk management recommendations and cost comparisons
• Community Corrections Update with draft intergovernmental agreement (IGA)
• Emergency Management Performance Grant 2025-26 application and acceptance

The Board agreed to move forward with a new insurance structure for 2025, with further discussion to receive more information. They approved the re-proposed Intergovernmental Agreement with Douglas County for community corrections referrals (5-0). The Board also authorized the Sheriff to sign the Emergency Management Performance Grant application (5-0).

• Agreed to move forward with new insurance structure for 2025
• Approved re-proposed IGA with Douglas County for community corrections (5-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to sign Emergency Management Performance Grant application (5-0)

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The council will review governance matters including the approval of previous meeting minutes and elected official turnover. The agenda also includes a mid-point presentation on programmatic data evaluation and strategic planning.

• Approval of 11/14/2024 minutes
• Programmatic Data Evaluation Mid-Point Presentation
• Strategic Planning discussion

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Arapahoe County Board of Retirement will meet to approve consent items including minutes and professional services expenditures. General meeting items include presentations from CAPTRUST and Davis Graham & Stubbs, election of officers for 2025, and review of the finance report. The board will also set the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Election of 2025 Retirement Board officers
• Presentation from CAPTRUST – Dale Connors
• Presentation from Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP – Cindy Birley
• Approval of professional services expenditures
• Review of finance report

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on adopting the 2025 budget and certifying mill levies, setting property tax rates for the upcoming year. The consent agenda includes a weapons ban for county buildings, numerous law enforcement and dispatch service agreements, and a preliminary plat for Copperleaf Filing No. 31. General business items also include a supplemental budget for the third quarter and certification of tax levies for other districts.

• Weapons ban for Arapahoe County buildings
• Adoption of the 2025 budget and certification of mill levies
• Preliminary plat for Copperleaf Filing No. 31
• 2025 agreement for law enforcement services with the Town of Deer Trail
• Collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2025 budget and certified mill levies for the county and other taxing districts. The board also approved a consent agenda with 27 items, including a weapons ban for county buildings, law enforcement and dispatch agreements with several municipalities, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police. Additionally, the board approved a preliminary plat for Copperleaf Filing No. 31 and a supplemental budget for the third quarter of 2024.

• Adopted 2025 budget and certified mill levies (5-0)
• Approved supplemental budget for Q3 2024 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Copperleaf Filing No. 31 (5-0)
• Approved weapons ban for county buildings (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025 law enforcement agreements with Deer Trail, Foxfield, and Centennial (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025 dispatch agreements with Cherry Hills Village, Sheridan, Columbine Valley, and Arapahoe Community College (consent agenda)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police (consent agenda)
• Approved severance agreements for two employees (consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

This special business meeting includes a public hearing and potential vote on Phase 2B amendments to the county's oil and gas regulations (Planning Case LDC23-005). The consent agenda covers routine non-controversial items. Public comment is permitted on general issues and specific agenda items.

• Public hearing on amendment of the Land Development Code to revise existing oil and gas regulations (Phase 2B)

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution RES 24-367, amending the Land Development Code to revise oil and gas regulations (Phase 2B). The amendments include reverse setbacks for new developments near existing facilities, a prohibition on commercial injection wells, enhanced water and air quality monitoring, an inspection program with penalties, and financial assurance requirements. The decision followed a public comment period with 52 speakers.

• Adopted Resolution RES 24-367 amending oil and gas regulations (5-0)
• Approved reverse setbacks for new developments near existing oil and gas facilities
• Prohibited commercial injection wells
• Established water quality monitoring for uppermost and lowermost aquifers
• Created air quality standards and monitoring requirements
• Implemented an inspection program with penalties and cease-and-desist authority
• Set financial assurance requirements (amount not specified in final vote)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold an employee recognition event followed by an administrative meeting. The agenda includes a scheduled discussion period for county administration.

• Employee Recognition of Outgoing Commissioner at 2:00 PM
• Administrative Meeting at 4:00 PM

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting director calibrations with Human Resources. The meeting also includes an executive session with the County Attorney to discuss confidential matters.

• Director Calibration with Dusty Sash, Human Resources
• Executive Session and County Attorney Administrative Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners held a study session on December 9, 2024, and voted unanimously (5-0) to enter an executive session to discuss strategy for a Google cloud storage agreement and receive legal advice on several matters, including a potential development agreement, the county's abatement/refund mill levy, the FOP collective bargaining agreement, a settlement demand in Freeman v. Sheriff, and settlement authority on a Veronica Hernandez notice of claim. No other substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0) to discuss Google cloud storage agreement and legal advice on multiple matters

Planning Commission

The Arapahoe County Planning Commission will approve minutes from November 12 and 19, then hold public hearings on two comprehensive plan amendments: Copperleaf (LR22-008) and Club Car Wash (LR24-001). They will also study proposed Land Development Code amendments for affordable housing (LDC24-004).

• Approval of minutes from November 12 and November 19, 2024
• Public hearing for Case LR22-008, Copperleaf Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Public hearing for Case LR24-001, Club Car Wash Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Study session for Case LDC24-004, Affordable Housing Land Development Code Amendment

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The commissioners will discuss a proposed freeze on enrollment in the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program. Additional topics include the county's Digital Accessibility Plan, after‑hours pay policy for exempt public health clinicians, extension of a customer queuing system contract, and renewal of the Tri‑Cities Homeless Services Coordinator intergovernmental agreement. Each item will be presented with a board summary report and related attachments.

• Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) enrollment freeze – presentation by Bob Prevost
• Arapahoe County Digital Accessibility Plan – presentation by Phil Savino and Nikki Rosecrans
• Public Health clinical after‑hours pay for exempt clinical employees – draft policy presentation
• Extension of agreement for Customer Queuing Solution (Q‑Matic) for 2025‑2029
• Tri‑Cities Homeless Services Coordinator IGA renewal – draft amendment presentation

The Board voted 5-0 to freeze enrollment in the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) effective January 1, 2025, following a presentation on federal rule changes and budget impacts. The board also approved the County's Digital Accessibility Plan, a new after-hours pay policy for exempt clinical employees, an extension of the Q-Matic customer queuing agreement through 2029, and renewal of the Tri-Cities Homeless Services Coordinator IGA. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved CCCAP enrollment freeze effective Jan. 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Arapahoe County's Digital Accessibility Plan (5-0)
• Approved Public Health Clinical After-Hours Pay Policy for exempt clinical employees (5-0)
• Approved extension of Q-Matic customer queuing agreement through Dec. 2029 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Tri-Cities Homeless Services Coordinator IGA (5-0)

Arapahoe County Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors

The Arapahoe County Foundation Board will discuss a proposal for foundation donations to fund emergency rental assistance for natural disasters, structural fires, inclement weather events, and building closures. The board will also appoint officers and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Proposal for Foundation Donations: Emergency Rental Assistance for Natural Disasters, Structural Fires, Inclement Weather Events and Building Closures

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board will discuss a grant program for peace officers' behavioral health support and community partnerships. They will also consider a waiver of bid for a contract with LifeLine Screenings for workforce health screening, an on-premises server storage upgrade, and a select source bid waiver request for Pure IP.

• Peace Officers Behavioral Health Support and Community Partnerships Grant Program
• Waiver of bid contract agreement with LifeLine Screenings for LE Workforce Health Screening Grant
• On-premises server storage upgrade
• Select source bid waiver request for Pure IP

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners held a study session and voted 4-0 (Commissioner Warren-Gully absent and excused) on four items. They approved the Sheriff's Office retroactive application for a Peace Officers Behavioral Health Support grant, a waiver of purchasing policies for LifeLine Screenings health screenings through 2025, use of existing asset funds for an on-premises server storage upgrade, and a select source bid waiver for Pure IP phone services. All items were approved unanimously by the four commissioners present.

• Approved retroactive application for Peace Officers Behavioral Health Support and Community Partnerships Grant (4-0)
• Approved waiver of purchasing policies for LifeLine Screenings health screenings through Dec 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved use of existing asset funds for on-premises server storage upgrade (4-0)
• Approved select source bid waiver for Pure IP phone carrier (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss amendments to the Land Development Code regarding natural medicine land uses and the commercial use of public ways. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various service contracts and administrative approvals.

• LDC24-006 Natural Medicine Land Uses Land Development Code Amendment
• LDC24-008 Commercial Use of Public Ways Land Development Code Amendment
• FLOCK Camera Contract 2025
• IGA with Town of Bennett for Law Enforcement Services
• Appointment of Michael Gouin as Director of Facilities and Fleet Management

The Board of County Commissioners approved two land development code amendments: one establishing regulations for state-licensed natural medicine facilities and personal cultivation (RES 24-333), and another supplementing the commercial use of public ways ordinance (RES 24-334). Both passed unanimously with four votes (Commissioner Warren-Gully was excused). The board also approved a 16-item consent agenda including contracts, agreements, and appointments.

• Adopted natural medicine land use regulations (RES 24-333, 4-0)
• Adopted commercial use of public ways amendment (RES 24-334, 4-0)
• Approved FLOCK camera contract 2025 (RES 24-320)
• Approved IGA with Town of Bennett for law enforcement services (RES 24-328)
• Approved 2025 Arapahoe County Legislative Principles (RES 24-331)
• Appointed Michael Gouin as Director of Facilities and Fleet Management (RES 24-332)
• Approved High Line Canal Stewardship Grant Awards (RES 24-329)
• Approved 2025 agreement with Lexis Nexis for prison software (RES 24-322)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

This study session consists of calendar updates and a closed executive session for legal advice. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or action items are scheduled.

• Calendar and Board Updates at 1:00 PM
• Executive session for legal advice under §24-6-402(4)(b) at 3:00 PM

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners held a study session on November 25, 2024, with all five commissioners present. The only agenda item was a calendar and board updates presentation by Michelle Halstead, Director of the Commissioners' Office. No formal votes or decisions were taken, and the scheduled executive session did not occur. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive action.

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

This is a largely procedural meeting focused on approving minutes, professional services expenditures, and withdrawals under the consent agenda. The board will also hear an update on the 18th Judicial District, a presentation from CAPTRUST, and a finance report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval (consent agenda)
• Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals (consent agenda)
• 18th Judicial District Update
• CAPTRUST presentation by Dale Connors

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will meet to approve the 2025-2030 Community Health Improvement Plan and receive a director's report. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Approval of 2025-2030 Community Health Improvement Plan
• Arapahoe County Public Health Director's Report
• Public comment period (3-minute limit)
• Executive session and county attorney legal meeting
• Live streaming of marked items

The Arapahoe County Board of Health unanimously approved the 2025-2030 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) as presented. The board also approved the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the director's report was presented as an informational item.

• Approved 2025-2030 Community Health Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved October 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet in an administrative session focused solely on a performance review calibration with Human Resources. No substantive policy decisions, contracts, or public health measures are on the agenda. The session is procedural in nature.

• Performance Review Calibration with Human Resources (administrative session)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will hold a study session with presentations on inclement weather sheltering, the county strategic workplan, self‑insurance, a review of the 2024 third‑quarter budget and the 2025 recommended budget, and an update on the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program and TANF. The session is informational and open to the public, with a brief administrative meeting at the end.

• Inclement Weather Sheltering Update (Item 24-642)
• Strategic Workplan Update (Item 24-663)
• Self‑Insurance Discussion (Item 24-650)
• 2024 Third Quarter Budget Review & 2025 Recommended Budget Review (Item 24-627)
• Update on Colorado Child Care Assistance Program and TANF (Item 24-626)

The Board of County Commissioners approved outcome measures for the 2024-2026 strategic plan and authorized $2.5 million in the 2025 budget for insurance deductibles. Commissioners also reviewed third-quarter budget performance and 2025 budget recommendations, voting to proceed with supplemental appropriations and adjustments to agency support. The Board discussed potential funding strategies for the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program to avoid service freezes.

• Approved workforce focus area measures (4-0)
• Approved housing focus area measures (4-0)
• Approved sustainable development focus area measures (4-0)
• Approved increase revenue focus area measures (5-0)
• Approved $2.5M in 2025 budget for insurance deductibles (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustments for agency support (5-0)
• Approved proceeding with 2025 budget (5-0)
• Approved supplemental budget recommendations (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Arapahoe County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a specific development plan and preliminary plat for the Copperleaf Commercial project, a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to regulate natural medicine businesses, and a code amendment regarding commercial use of public ways. The commission will take public testimony and may vote to recommend approval or denial to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Copperleaf Commercial – Specific Development Plan (SDP24-001) and Preliminary Plat (PP24-001)
• Land Development Code amendment LDC24-006 – proposed Natural Medicine regulations
• Land Development Code amendment LDC24-008 – Commercial Use of Public Ways
• Public hearings open for oral comments via phone or in-person

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will discuss naming options for the Lima Plaza remodel and review updated rules for open spaces. The session also includes updates from the Sheriff's Office and the Commissioners' Office.

• Naming options for 6974 Lima Plaza remodel
• Review of updated Open Spaces Rules and Regulations
• Sheriff's Office update
• Boards and Committees update
• Executive session for legal advice

The Board of County Commissioners approved a proposal for new room names at the 6974 S. Lima St. facility. Additionally, the Board reviewed updated Open Spaces Rules and Regulations, agreeing to authorize specific area-based rules and amendments to fines regarding fires and overnight residing.

• Approved proposed room names for 6974 S. Lima St. (5-0)
• Authorized development of area-specific open space rules
• Approved amendments to fines for fires and overnight residing in open spaces

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council is meeting to finalize funding requests and decisions for Year 2. The body will also discuss strategic planning regarding a detox market sounding event and external requests.

• Funding decisions for Hornbuckle Foundation
• Finalization of funding request for November 15
• Strategic planning for Detox Market Sounding Event

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda of 15 items including agreements with the City of Aurora and East Cherry Creek Valley and Sanitation District, a renewal of a retail marijuana store license, and a 2025 inmate medical contract. The board will also consider two general business items: amendments to the Land Development Code regarding sign regulations and landscape requirements.

• Agreement with City of Aurora and East Cherry Creek Valley and Sanitation District to release drainage easement
• Renewal of retail marijuana store license for GM 2280, LLC dba Golden Meds
• Renewal of medical marijuana store license for NuVue Pharma, LLC
• Approval of 2025 Inmate Medical Contract for Arapahoe County Detention Facility
• Amendments to Land Development Code regarding sign regulations and landscape requirements

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved all consent agenda items and four general business items. Key actions included adopting amendments to the Land Development Code for sign regulations, approving the Arapahoe County Water Supply Study, and adopting landscape code and Development Application Manual amendments. All votes were 5-0 with Commissioner Campbell absent for the agenda adoption but present for all substantive votes.

• Approved consent agenda including 15 items (5-0): drainage easement release, 911 Authority IGA, prosecution costs, marijuana license renewals, TransUnion pricing, property naming policy, landfill agreement amendment, community corrections bylaws, body-worn cameras for arson investigators, abatement referee recommendations, bond purchase ratification, BAA stipulations, inmate medical contract
• Adopted Land Development Code Sign Regulations Amendment RES 24-312 (5-0)
• Adopted Arapahoe County Water Supply Study RES 24-313 (5-0)
• Adopted Landscape Land Development Code Amendment RES 24-314 (5-0)
• Adopted Development Application Manual Amendment RES 24-315 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board will hear a presentation on funding recommendations for High Line Canal Stewardship Grants and may take action. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice. The session also includes calendar updates and the "Align Arapahoe" topic.

• High Line Canal Stewardship Grants - Funding Recommendations (presentation and possible decision)
• Executive session for legal advice under Colorado law
• Calendar and Board Updates
• Align Arapahoe study session topic

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session and voted 5-0 to move the Open Spaces staff and OSTAB recommendation for four High Line Canal Stewardship Grants totaling $925,734 to the consent agenda. The grants cover hazard tree mitigation, trail resurfacing in Cherry Hills Village, irrigation, and a tree planting pilot. The Board also voted 5-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on several matters, including the new District Attorney's salary and amendments to the Prosper Development Agreement.

• Approved moving four High Line Canal Stewardship Grants totaling $925,734 to consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved entering executive session for legal advice on DA salary, Prosper Development Agreement, Wellpath bankruptcy, Trenton Way traffic signal dispute, and right-of-way land code amendment (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Land Development Code concerning oil and gas regulations (Case LDC23-005). The commission may decide on the amendments after hearing public testimony. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from October 15, 2024.

• Public hearing on Oil and Gas Regulations / LDC Amendment (LDC23-005)
• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The Arapahoe County Transportation Forum will meet to approve a prior meeting summary, discuss reallocating federal funds for the Englewood SH 285/Broadway project to Littleton and Centennial, and receive an update on the Colorado Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) study.

• Approval of Executive Committee meeting summary from August 22, 2024
• Reallocation of federal funds for Englewood SH 285/Broadway project
• Update on Colorado BRT study presented by CDOT and AECOM
• Public comments period for up to 3 minutes per speaker
• Super majority of 9 of 13 agencies required for voting

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates on proposed oil and gas regulations and ARPA funding. The session includes administrative updates and a scheduled executive session with the County Attorney.

• Proposed Phase 2B Oil and Gas Regulations Amendment 24-619
• ARPA Information Session and Quarterly Update 24-622
• ACWWA Project Alternatives discussion
• Executive Session with County Attorney Ron Carl

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to review proposed oil and gas regulation amendments and receive updates on ARPA-funded projects. Commissioners reached consensus on specific sampling requirements for air, water, and soil, and approved funding allocations for water infrastructure and accounting support.

• Approved air quality canister replacement language (5-0)
• Approved recommended aquifer sampling requirements (5-0)
• Approved soil sampling language for reclamation (5-0)
• Approved continued finance accounting support (5-0)
• Approved $860,000 for ACWWA projects (5-0)
• Agreed to proceed with ARPA revenue loss conversion approach (consensus)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on proposed oil and gas regulations. They will also discuss the approval of grant applications for Proposition 123 CERA housing stability and administration services.

• Proposed Phase 2B Oil and Gas Regulations Amendment 24-605
• Proposition 123 CERA 24-606 grant application for Housing Stability Services
• Proposition 123 CERA 24-606 grant application for Case Review and Administration

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session and made several decisions on proposed Phase 2B oil and gas regulations, including setting reverse setbacks at 3,000 feet and approving financial assurance amounts of $95,000 and $120,000 for the draft document. They also voted to include language on electrification, stream protection, maintenance, and alternative location analysis, and to have staff return with more information on air quality canister sampling and aquifer sampling. Additionally, the Board approved moving forward with two Proposition 123 grant applications for housing stability services and case review/administration.

• Set reverse setbacks to 3,000 ft with recording and builders no closer than 250 ft with consent (5-0)
• Approved $95,000 and $120,000 financial assurance amounts for draft oil and gas regulations (5-0)
• Included language regarding electrification in draft regulations (5-0)
• Proceeded with additional protection for streams (5-0)
• Approved maintenance language in draft regulations (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with more information on air quality canister sampling (5-0)
• Approved alternative location analysis language (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with two Proposition 123 grant applications (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review the release of aeronautical restrictions on Parcel 61 at the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority. The session also includes a debrief of the 2024 Fair and updates from the Sheriff's Office and Communication Services.

• Release of Aeronautical Restrictions on Parcel 61 at the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority
• 2024 Fair Debrief
• Sheriff's Office Update
• Communication Services Update

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session with no formal public votes. The aeronautical restriction release for Parcel 61 was not heard. The 2024 Fair debrief was presented without a vote. The Board unanimously voted 4-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on oil and gas regulations, weapons regulations, an AFSCME complaint, and the Lammert v. Wellpath case.

• Motion to enter executive session passed 4-0 (Commissioner Campbell absent and excused)

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Arapahoe County Board of Retirement will consider its consent agenda, which includes approval of the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes, a professional services expenditure, and vested/non‑vested withdrawals. Following the consent items, members will receive updates from GRS (Krysti Kissel) and CAPTRUST (Dale Connors), a report from the 18th Judicial District, a finance report, and board member comments. The meeting will conclude with a Q&A session for members.

• Approval of September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Professional services expenditure approval
• Vested/non‑vested withdrawals
• GRS update presented by Krysti Kissel
• CAPTRUST update presented by Dale Connors

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will hold a study session on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM. Commissioners will consider a draft Letter of Support for the University of Colorado Anschutz (item 24‑597). They will also receive an update on the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (item 24‑586). No formal decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion and information.

• Letter of Support for University of Colorado Anschutz (item 24‑597)
• Scientific and Cultural Facilities District Update (item 24‑586)

The Board of County Commissioners voted 5-0 to authorize the Sheriff to sign a letter of support for the University of Colorado Anschutz's effort to collect health and mental health information from incarcerated individuals. The Board also received an update from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) on its activities and 2025 reauthorization process, but no vote was taken on that item.

• Approved Sheriff signing letter of support for CU Anschutz health data collection (5-0)
• Received SCFD update; no action taken

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions, including land acquisitions, policy updates, and grant approvals. They will hold public hearings on the 2025 recommended budget, a new parking regulations ordinance for county roads, and amendments to the Land Development Code sign regulations. Additional items include a retirement recognition for Bill Watts and a proclamation establishing Operation Green Light for Veterans.

• Consent agenda: Proposed addition to Bijou Basin Open Space (24-339)
• Consent agenda: 2024 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant with City of Aurora Police Department (24-566)
• Public hearing: 2025 Recommended Budget (24-581)
• Public hearing: Ordinance No. 2024-02, Parking Regulations for County Roads and Properties (24-562)
• Public hearing: LDC24-002 Land Development Code Sign Regulations Amendment (24-526)

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 Recommended Budget and Ordinance No. 2024-02 on parking regulations for county roads and properties. The consent agenda, including 14 items such as open space acquisition and grant agreements, was also approved. A land development code sign regulations amendment was postponed to a later date.

• Adopted 2025 Recommended Budget (5-0)
• Adopted Parking Regulations Ordinance No. 2024-02 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 14 items (5-0)
• Approved Bijou Basin Open Space addition (RES 24-281)
• Approved Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant with Aurora PD (RES 24-284)
• Approved High Line Canal Trail stormwater funding (RES 24-293)
• Approved K9 retirements (RES 24-294)
• Postponed LDC sign regulations amendment to a later date

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will review proposed amendments to the bylaws of the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board (Item 24-556). It will also discuss a proposed Arapahoe County Property Naming Policy (Item 24-591). An executive session with the County Attorney is scheduled for confidential matters. The meeting includes standard calendar and board updates at 9:00 AM.

• Amendments to the Bylaws of the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board (Item 24-556)
• Proposed Arapahoe County Property Naming Policy (Item 24-591)
• Executive Session with County Attorney (closed portion)
• Calendar and Board Updates at 9:00 AM

The Board approved amendments to the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board bylaws, removing the Douglas County Sheriff's Office due to the new 23rd Judicial District and adding a member with lived experience and Arapahoe County residency. The Board also approved additions to the property naming criteria and procedural changes, but voted to maintain the policy against naming properties after individuals. No other substantive decisions were made; the executive session covered administrative items only.

• Approved amendments to ACCCB bylaws (5-0)
• Approved additions to property naming criteria (5-0)
• Approved procedural changes to naming policy (5-0)
• Maintained policy not to name properties after individuals (5-0)

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The Arapahoe County Transportation Forum will meet virtually to discuss reallocating federal funds for specific road and sidepath projects and receive an update on the Colorado Bus Rapid Transit study.

• Discuss reallocation of federal funds for Englewood SH 285/Broadway, Santa Fe/Mineral, and sidepath projects
• Receive update on the Colorado BRT Study
• Review meeting summary from August 12, 2024
• Executive Committee meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024
• Public comment period available

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will meet to discuss a draft of the Community Health Improvement Plan. The board will also review a move plan for 2025 and a pilot for informal study sessions.

• Community Health Improvement Plan update and draft objectives
• Informal Study Session Pilot survey results
• Move plan for 2025
• ACPH Director’s Report

The Arapahoe County Board of Health approved the September meeting minutes and moved into executive session for legal advice on the informal study session pilot. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on the Community Health Improvement Plan, office moves, and the director's report.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session for legal advice on informal study session pilot

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will meet on October 16, 2024 at 4:00 PM for an informal study session. The purpose is relationship building among directors and staff, with no specific agenda topics. The public may attend, and meeting materials are available online.

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review the 2025 Recommended Budget. Other discussions include the 2025 signature event lineup and an update from the Regional Opioid Abatement Council.

• Executive Budget Committee Presentation of the 2025 Recommended Budget
• 2025 Signature Event Lineup
• Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Abatement Council Update
• 2024 Arapahoe County Housing Authority Annual Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session with presentations on the 2025 signature event lineup, the Regional Opioid Abatement Council update, and the 2025 recommended budget. The only formal votes occurred during the Arapahoe County Housing Authority (ArCHA) annual meeting, where the board unanimously approved the agenda, the minutes from May 2023, the agreement between Arapahoe County and ArCHA, the appointment of Katherine Smith as ArCHA secretary, and the signature authorities as presented. No votes were taken on the other agenda items.

• Approved ArCHA meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 2023 ArCHA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agreement between Arapahoe County and ArCHA (unanimous)
• Approved Katherine Smith as ArCHA Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved ArCHA signature authorities as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Arapahoe County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on Landscape Code Amendment LDC21-001. A study session will consider the Oil & Gas Regulations amendment LDC23-005. The agenda also includes routine announcements.

• Approve minutes from September 17, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing on Landscape Code Amendment (Case No LDC21-001)
• Study session on Oil & Gas Regulations amendment (Case No LDC23-005)
• Announcements

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a presentation on Xcel wildfire mitigation and discuss the process and principles for 2025 legislation. The session includes administrative updates and a scheduled executive session.

• Xcel Wildfire Mitigation Overview (Item 24-568)
• 2025 Legislative Principles and Process (Item 24-573)
• Executive Session with County Attorney Ron Carl

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session covering Xcel Energy's wildfire mitigation update, revisions to the 2025 Legislative Principles, and proposed amendments to the county parking ordinance. No votes were taken on the Xcel presentation or the legislative principles; both concluded without a vote. The Board discussed parking ordinance amendments, including making parking in a bicycle lane a finable offense, adding parking meter language, clarifying oversized commercial vehicle parking, and defining inoperable vehicles. The Board then voted 4-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on a right-of-way dedication issue, with Commissioner Summey absent and excused, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Voted 4-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on a right-of-way dedication issue (Commissioner Summey absent and excused)
• Xcel wildfire mitigation presentation concluded without vote
• 2025 Legislative Principles discussion concluded without vote
• Parking ordinance amendments discussed (bicycle lane parking, parking meters, oversized commercial vehicles, inoperable vehicles); no vote recorded
• Meeting adjourned

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The council is meeting to review strategic planning updates and discuss Year 2 funding. The agenda includes a report on the NACo Opioid Peer Exchange and a program spotlight on Hazelbrook.

• Strategic planning updates for workforce development, education and awareness, and detox
• Co-response data update
• Evaluation goals for new projects
• Year 2 funding discussion regarding a Hornbuckle request

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will consider the 2025 Recommended Budget and a preliminary plat for the Forest Rim Estates Subdivision Filing No. 2. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment regarding retail marijuana stores and production at DEA-authorized facilities.

• Submission of 2025 Recommended Budget
• Forest Rim Estates Subdivision Filing No. 2 Preliminary Plat (Case PP23-001)
• Amendment LDC24-005 regarding Retail Marijuana Stores and Marijuana Production at DEA-Authorized Facilities
• High Line Canal Conservancy Grant agreement
• North Central Colorado Regional Child Abduction Response Team agreement

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2025 recommended budget, approved an amendment allowing retail marijuana stores and production at DEA-authorized facilities in industrial zones, and approved the Forest Rim Estates Subdivision Filing No. 2 preliminary plat. The board also adopted a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and approved the consent agenda, which included warrants, abatement recommendations, and other routine items. All motions carried unanimously.

• Adopted 2025 Recommended Budget (unanimous)
• Approved LDC24-005 Retail Marijuana Stores and Marijuana Production at DEA-Authorized Facilities Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Forest Rim Estates Subdivision Filing No. 2 Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including warrants, abatement recommendations, arbitration stipulation, and grant agreements (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review updated Open Spaces rules and regulations. The meeting also includes a quarterly board/director meeting and an administrative session.

• Review of Updated Open Spaces Rules and Regulations 24-559
• Quarterly Board/Director Meeting
• Executive Session with County Attorney

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to review a draft of updated Open Spaces Rules and Regulations. Staff presented proposed revisions covering topics such as electric bikes, leashed dogs, and enforcement with graduated fines. No formal vote was taken, and staff was directed to continue research. The Board also voted 5-0 to enter executive session for legal advice on collective bargaining and a Fair Campaign Practices Act issue.

• Directed staff to continue research on Open Spaces rules (no vote)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on FOP collective bargaining and Fair Campaign Practices Act issue (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will hold a study session on October 1, 2024. Commissioners and presenters will discuss a proposed bomb‑dog robot purchase for the North Central Region, DRCOG livable‑centers and innovative mobility set‑aside programs, the county energy program implementation, and a county grants initiative framework. The session is informational and no formal decisions are indicated. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed online.

• North Central Region bomb‑dog robot purchase proposal (item 24‑544)
• DRCOG Livable Centers & Innovative Mobility Set‑Aside programs (item 24‑548)
• Energy Program Implementation overview (item 24‑551)
• County Grants Initiative Framework and Implementation Plan (item 24‑550)

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners held a study session on October 1, 2024, addressing several items. The Board approved a sole-source purchasing waiver for a regionally shared bomb dog robot funded by Homeland Security grants, authorized staff to apply for DRCOG transportation set-aside grants, and voted to proceed with a new oil and gas inspection program and planning committee review. Additionally, the Board approved moving forward with implementation steps for a new County Grants Initiative framework.

• Approved sole source waiver for bomb dog robot purchase (3-0)
• Approved staff application for DRCOG Innovative Mobility and Livable Centers grants (5-0)
• Approved proceeding with oil and gas inspection program and planning committee (5-0)
• Approved next steps for implementing the County Grants Initiative framework (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will discuss the retirement of K9 units and review legislative proposals for 2025. The meeting will include a closed executive session for legal advice.

• K9 Retirements 24-510
• 2025 CCI Legislative Proposals Discussion 24-553
• Executive Session for legal advice

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session and finalized voting positions on 2025 Colorado Counties Inc. legislative proposals, with most passing 5-0. They also moved the K9 retirement agreements to the consent agenda for formal approval. The board went into executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Moved K9 retirement agreements to consent agenda (3-0)
• Supported agricultural land treatment in urban renewal authorities (5-0)
• Abstained on flexibility to decrease county salaries (5-0)
• Opposed eliminating fee on paper carry out bags (5-0)
• Supported retail food establishment fee (5-0)
• Supported minimum sentencing for child prostitution offenses (5-0)
• Opposed EV charging station tax collection (5-0)
• Withdrew roadway maintenance fee proposal

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review and potentially ratify a consortium agreement. The session includes a public comment period and a consent agenda.

• Approval and ratification of Urban County and HOME Consortium Agreement 24-557

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on September 30, 2024. Commissioners approved the Urban County and HOME Consortium Agreement and ratified the associated resolution.

• Approved Urban County and HOME Consortium Agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution RES 24-268 (4-0)

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Board of Retirement will meet to approve professional services expenditures and vested and non-vested withdrawals. The agenda includes a finance report and a presentation by Dale Connors of CAPTRUST.

• Approval of Professional Services Expenditure
• Review of Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals
• Finance report
• CAPTRUST presentation by Dale Connors

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular business meeting, including votes on several grants and proclamations, as well as public hearings on two solar farm proposals. The meeting will also feature a first reading of a new parking ordinance for county roads and properties.

• Approval of 2024-25 Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Grant Agreement
• First Reading of Arapahoe County Ordinance No. 2024-02 on Parking Regulations for County Roads and Properties
• Public hearings on USS Great Plains Solar LLC and USS High Plains Solar LLC Use by Special Review applications
• Proclamation establishing Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15, 2024)
• Approval of CDBG-CV Reallocation to HAAT Force for 2024/2025 Sheltering Season

The Board approved two solar facility use-by-special-review applications (USR24-001 and USR24-002) and adopted a first-reading ordinance on parking regulations for county roads and properties. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The consent agenda, including multiple resolutions, was also approved.

• Approved USR24-001 USS Great Plains Solar LLC use by special review (5-0)
• Approved USR24-002 USS High Plains Solar LLC use by special review (5-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 2024-02 on parking regulations (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 16 items (5-0)
• Adopted Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation (5-0)
• Adopted Arapahoe Day and Indigenous People's Day proclamation (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The study session includes a presentation of a draft water supply study, a discussion of incentive payments for Human Services staff, an update on the HS Connects modernization project, and a review of proposed Phase 2B oil and gas regulation amendments. Commissioners will hear from consultants and department directors and receive related reports and attachments. No final decisions are indicated; the items are for study and discussion.

• Water Supply Study 24-525 presentation by Will Koger, Forsgren Associates
• Recognition and incentive payments for Human Services staff (agenda item 24-517)
• HS Connects modernization update and invitation to negotiate (agenda item 24-516)
• Proposed Phase 2B Oil and Gas Regulations Amendment (agenda item 24-540) with draft code and public comment summaries

The Board approved $700,000 for HS Connects improvements and authorized staff to negotiate with the State of Colorado, approved $259,949 in Medicaid incentive funds for employee recognition, and amended draft oil and gas regulations on informed consent and water definitions. The water supply study was presented without a vote, and the inspection program discussion was delayed.

• Approved $700,000 for HS Connects improvements and state negotiation (4-0)
• Approved $259,949 for Human Services employee recognition incentives (4-0)
• Amended draft oil and gas regulations on informed consent notification (4-0)
• Adopted state definition of water for oil and gas regulations (4-0)
• Agreed to push deadlines for oil and gas regulation timeline
• Delayed discussion of inspection program to another study session

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session with routine updates and a presentation on funding for the High Line Canal Trail Stormwater Transition and Management Plan. The presentation at 2:30 PM will be given by Glen Poole, Operations Manager, Open Spaces Department, and David Anderson of the Mile High Flood District. The meeting will conclude with an executive session.

• 9:00 AM – Calendar and Board Updates (Michelle Halstead)
• 11:30 AM – Communication Services Update (Chris Henning)
• 1:00 PM – Align Arapahoe discussion
• 2:30 PM – Presentation on High Line Canal Trail stormwater plan funding (Glen Poole & David Anderson)
• 3:00 PM – Executive Session with County Attorney

The Board of County Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve a $150,000 funding request for the Storm Water Transition and Management Plan (STAMP Plan) for the High Line Canal. The total plan cost is $657,500, with Arapahoe County's share representing 22%. The board also unanimously approved a motion to enter executive session for legal advice on collective bargaining, a GOCO grant agreement, Ballot Measure 1A, and a workers comp claim.

• Approved $150,000 for STAMP Plan funding (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will approve the August meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will discuss director comments and consider a proposal to set after‑hours pay for exempt clinical staff. The meeting also includes study sessions reviewing FY2025 budget recommendations, a financial update, and the Community Health Improvement Plan. An executive session with the County Attorney will follow the open portion.

• Approval of August meeting minutes (24-539)
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Clinical after‑hours pay for exempt clinical employees (24-534)
• FY2025 Executive Budget Committee Recommendations Review (24-535)
• Community Health Improvement Plan update (24-537)

The Arapahoe County Board of Health approved the August meeting minutes unanimously. The board discussed a proposal to compensate exempt clinical employees for after-hours work, but no formal action was taken on it. Several study sessions were held on the FY2025 budget, financial review, and other topics, with no decisions recorded.

• Approved August meeting minutes (5-0)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will hold an informal study session for relationship building among directors and staff with no predetermined agenda. This is a public meeting with no decisions or formal discussions scheduled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. The session includes an informational update regarding the Water Supply Study.

• Study session regarding Water Supply Study update

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates from the Commissioners' Office and the Sheriff's Office. The session includes a discussion on assigning a fixed asset number for the Lincoln Fluid Controller System upgrades.

• Lincoln Fluid Controller System Upgrades 24-512
• Sheriff's Office Update
• Executive Session with County Attorney

The Board approved a fixed asset number for upgrades to the Lincoln Fluid Controller System, which will support the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office transition. The board also voted to move a road damage reimbursement item to the consent agenda and entered executive session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved fixed asset number for Lincoln Fluid Controller System upgrades (5-0)
• Moved road damage reimbursement item to consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved executive session for collective bargaining strategy with FOP (5-0)

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The council will meet to approve previous minutes and hold workgroup discussions on strategic planning. Members will review reports regarding co-responders and specific campus and campaign initiatives.

• Workforce Development workgroup share
• Prevention Awareness Campaign workgroup share
• Ridgeview Campus & Walk-in center workgroup share
• Co-responder report discussion

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a supplemental appropriation resolution and two final plats for Sky Ranch. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various easement vacations, intergovernmental agreements, and license renewals.

• Adoption of 2024 Second Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution 24-489
• Sky Ranch Filing No. 7 and No. 8 Final Plats (Case no. PF24-001 and PF24-002)
• Renewal of Medical Marijuana Store License for Colorado Compassionate Care Givers Inc. dba Rocky Mountain High
• Amended IGA with City of Englewood for Emergency Management Services
• Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Grant for the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority

The Board approved the 2024 Second Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution (RES 24-246), which adjusts the county budget for the quarter. It also approved the final plats for Sky Ranch Filing No. 8 (RES 24-247) and Filing No. 7 (RES 24-248), allowing residential development. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Summey excused.

• Adopted 2024 Second Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution (4-0)
• Approved Sky Ranch Filing No. 8 Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Sky Ranch Filing No. 7 Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 23 items (4-0)
• Proclaimed September 2024 as Workforce Development Month (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review a proposed parking ordinance and pilot enforcement program. The session includes discussions on 2025 open space grant funding and a request to retain a specific vehicle asset.

• Proposed Parking Ordinance and Pilot Enforcement Program (24-483)
• 2025 Open Space Grant Cycle Funding (24-490)
• Request to Retain Current Vehicle Asset #3257 (24-475)
• Aurora Economic Development Council Annual Update (24-452)
• Cloud Infrastructure Modernization Transition Update (24-476)

The Board approved the 2025 Open Space Grant funding plan with $5.5 million total, voted to retain a Human Services vehicle, and approved proceeding with a parking ordinance pilot and cloud infrastructure modernization discussions. All votes were 4-0 or 5-0, with Commissioner Summey absent for some items. The Aurora Economic Development Council update was informational only, with no vote.

• Retained vehicle Asset #3257 for Human Services (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Open Space Grant funding plan with $5.5M total (4-0)
• Approved proceeding with parking ordinance pilot timeline and plan (5-0)
• Approved proceeding with Google cloud infrastructure discussions (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will hold a study session on September 9, 2024. Commissioners and staff will present and discuss several items, including a reallocation of the Community Development Block Grant – COVID‑19 funds. Other topics include a draft MOU for child forensic interviews, an MOU for the Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children task force, and a licensing agreement with the Colorado Department of Revenue.

• Community Development Block Grant – COVID‑19 (CDBG‑CV) reallocation (Item 24-497)
• Draft MOU for Child Forensic Interviews in the 17th Judicial District (Item 24-421)
• Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force MOU (Item 24-481)
• Colorado Department of Revenue End User License Agreement (Item 24-486)
• PWD Lima Office Security Project (Item 24-488)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Arapahoe County Cultural Council will convene a standard meeting with no substantive decisions listed. The agenda includes procedural items such as approving minutes, new business, reports from the chair and SCFD, and member updates.

The Arapahoe County Cultural Council approved the SCFD award recommendations for presentation to the Board of County Commissioners, which were presented without questions and will go to the SCFD board for final approval. The council also approved changes to the County Guidelines, including keeping the GOS rate at 30% and the project budget at 50%, and approved the 2025 calendar with study sessions starting after April 1st. The June 2024 SCFD sales and use tax revenue was reported as $7,513,337.96, with a 0.19% decrease in year-to-date revenue compared to 2023.

• Approved SCFD award recommendations for presentation to BOCC (unanimous)
• Approved County Guidelines changes, keeping GOS rate at 30% and project budget at 50%
• Approved 2025 calendar with study sessions starting after April 1st
• Approved meeting minutes from June 6, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to discuss updates to the Land Development Code and various grant applications. The meeting includes reviews of judge pay reimbursements and zero emissions vehicles for the airport.

• Amendment to the Landscape Section of the Land Development Code (24-465)
• Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Grant for the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority (24-450)
• SOS Judge Pay Increase Reimbursement Grant (24-469)

The Board approved a Secretary of State grant of $224,000 to increase election judge pay by $3 for the November 2024 Presidential Election (3-0, with two commissioners excused). They also approved a $92,000 Zero Emissions Vehicle grant for the airport authority (5-0). The landscape code amendment was discussed but no vote was taken, and the board went into executive session on legal matters.

• Approved SOS judge pay increase reimbursement grant of $224K (3-0)
• Approved ZEV grant for Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, ~$92K (5-0)
• Moved to executive session on legal advice (5-0)
• Landscape code amendment discussed, no vote taken

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The Executive Committee is meeting to conduct business including the selection of a DRCOG TAC alternate. The body will also receive a status update on RTD rail repairs and discuss DRCOG set asides.

• Selection of Victor Rachael, P.E. (Public Works Director, Englewood) as DRCOG TAC alternate
• Status update on RTD rail repairs
• Discussion of DRCOG set asides

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Arapahoe County Board of Retirement will consider three consent agenda items: approval of the July 25, 2024 meeting minutes, approval of professional services expenditures, and a decision on vested and non‑vested withdrawals. The board will also receive reports from GRS, CAPTRUST, and the finance department, followed by member comments and questions. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next session for September 26, 2024.

• Approval of July 25, 2024 minutes
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval
• Vested/Non‑Vested Withdrawal decision

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss and review the FY25 budget, a public health measures report, and a fund balance policy. They will also hear the ACPH Director’s report, including a communicable disease update. The meeting includes public comment and a mid-year performance check-in.

• FY25 Budget Review (Resolution 24-471)
• Public Health Measures Report (24-473)
• Public Health Fund Balance Policy (24-472)
• ACP Director’s Report with Communicable Disease update (24-474)
• Mid-year Performance Check-in (Administrative Session)

The Arapahoe County Board of Health approved the FY25 budget resolution during its August 21, 2024 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting, with one abstention. Several items were presented as study sessions, including a public health measures report, a fund balance policy, and the director's report, but no votes were taken on these.

• Adopted FY25 Budget Resolution (5-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Arapahoe County Board of Health will attend an informal study session to tour public health facilities at Altura Plaza. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural.

The Arapahoe County Board of Health convened for an informal study session consisting of a public health facilities tour at Altura Plaza. No formal decisions, votes, or substantive actions were taken during this session. The meeting was procedural in nature, with the audio recording serving as the official minutes.

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a proposed parking ordinance and a pilot enforcement program. The session also includes the termination of a homeless outreach agreement with the City of Centennial and a state lobbyist update.

• Termination of Centennial Homeless Outreach Liaison IGA 24-459
• Proposed Parking Ordinance and Pilot Enforcement Program 24-433
• Ordinance for Parking of Oversized Vehicles
• Ordinance for Residential Parking Permit Districts
• Ordinance Adopting Model Traffic Code

The Board approved terminating the Centennial Homeless Outreach Liaison IGA and transferring the vehicle title to Centennial (4-0). They also set parking fines at a flat $150 and a 24-hour owner response time for violations (both 4-0), with further discussion on towing language and other details before finalizing the ordinance. The board supported the concept of a property tax amendment and changing ballot measure language (4-0).

• Approved termination of Centennial Homeless Outreach Liaison IGA and vehicle title transfer (4-0)
• Set parking fines at flat $150 rate (4-0)
• Set 24-hour owner response time for parking violations (4-0)
• Supported concept of property tax amendment and changing ballot measure language (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss and decide on a resolution to refer a ballot measure for the November 5, 2024, election regarding relief from Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) spending and revenue limits. The meeting also includes several consent items regarding board appointments and fire lane admissions.

• Resolution to refer TABOR revenue and spending limit relief to the November 5, 2024, election
• Admission to Arapahoe County Fire Lane Program for Broncos Team Facility
• Admission to Arapahoe County Fire Lane Program for Millstone at Columbine
• Settlement of Adesuwa Osazuwa Notice of Claim
• Federal Transit Administration Certificate and Assurances for Countywide Transit and Micromobility Study

The Board of County Commissioners voted 4-1 to refer a ballot measure to the November 5, 2024 election seeking voter approval for relief from Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) revenue and spending limits. The measure was discussed in the context of a projected 2025 budget shortfall, with staff presenting options including a property tax measure, sales tax, or cuts to essential services. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included appointments, abatement referee recommendations, fire lane program admissions, a transit study certification, a settlement authorization, and an acting director appointment. The meeting concluded with a 5-0 vote to enter executive session for legal advice regarding the Fair Campaign Practices Act.

• Referred TABOR relief ballot measure to November 5, 2024 election (4-1, Commissioner Baker nay)
• Approved board and committee appointments and reappointments (RES 24-215)
• Approved Abatement Referee Recommendations (RES 24-216)
• Approved fire lane program admission for Broncos Team Facility (RES 24-217)
• Approved fire lane program admission for Millstone at Columbine (RES 24-218)
• Approved FTA certificate and assurances for Countywide Transit and Micromobility Study (RES 24-219)
• Authorized settlement of Adesuwa Osazuwa Notice of Claim (RES 24-220)
• Appointed Acting Facilities and Fleet Management Director (RES 24-221)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Land Development Code text amendment. The proposal concerns marijuana products and production for DEA specific programs.

• Public hearing for Case No LDC 24-005: Land Development Code text amendment for marijuana products and production for DEA specific programs

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The Technical Committee is meeting to discuss the Englewood SH 285/Broadway project and the DRCOG RTP & Metro Vision update schedule. The body will also review DRCOG set asides and approve the summary from the July 15, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of Englewood SH 285/Broadway project
• 2050 DRCOG RTP & Metro Vision update schedule
• DRCOG set asides
• Approval of Meeting #59 summary from 7/15/24

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council will meet to discuss governance, harm reduction initiatives, research findings from the Aurora Research Institute, and strategic planning steps including co-responder program next steps and workgroup updates.

• Approval of June 13 meeting minutes
• Aurora Research Institute findings and recommendations
• Strategic planning for co-responder program next steps
• Workgroup updates

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including an opioid litigation settlement with Kroger and the adoption of a specific development plan for the Trailside Townhomes. Separate resolutions will approve various abatement referee recommendations, budget items, and program plans. The Trailside Townhomes plan will be discussed with staff and applicant presentations before a resolution is considered.

• Approval of Opioid Litigation Settlement Document – Kroger (24-444)
• Trailside Townhomes Specific Development Plan – zoning resolution (SDPZ21-006, 24-414)
• Adoption of 2024‑2025 Core Services Program Plan budget (24-430)
• Exemption of Business Personal Property for Tax Year 2024 (24-423)
• Authorization for Open Spaces Director to sign property use agreements (24-413)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Trailside Townhomes Specific Development Plan (SDPZ21-006) with a 4-0 vote, with Commissioner Holen excused. The board also approved a 13-item consent agenda covering abatement referee recommendations, open spaces agreements, fire lane program admission, tax exemptions, and various program plans. All items were approved as presented without amendment.

• Approved Trailside Townhomes Specific Development Plan (RES 24-214, 4-0)
• Approved abatement referee recommendations (RES 24-201, RES 24-202, RES 24-208)
• Authorized Open Spaces Director to sign property use agreements (RES 24-203)
• Consented to Dove Valley V Filing #13 fire lane program admission (RES 24-204)
• Exempted business personal property for tax year 2024 (RES 24-205)
• Approved 2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs (RES 24-206)
• Approved SFY 2024-2025 Core Services Program Plan (RES 24-207)
• Approved opioid litigation settlement with Kroger (RES 24-213)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners holds a study session to review three main topics: a waiver of purchasing policy for the 2024 Vision Waiver, a presentation on 2025 total compensation, and an ARPA information session with a quarterly update. The session is open to the public, with some portions available virtually.

• 2024 Vision Waiver 24-432 (Waiver of Purchasing Policy)
• 2025 Total Compensation 24-446 (Presentation)
• ARPA Information Session and Quarterly Update 24-438

The Board approved several components of the 2025 total compensation package, including a 0.25% increase in the 401a retirement contribution, use of dental reserve funds, an exempt paid day off, and additional floating holidays. They also agreed to work toward a 3.7% merit increase. Additionally, the Board approved $150,000 for culvert projects and up to $1 million in ARPA funding for the Meadowlands trailer park purchase. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Holen absent and excused.

• Approved 2024 vision insurance waiver (4-0)
• Approved 0.25% increase in 401a retirement contribution (4-0)
• Approved use of dental reserve for premium impact (4-0)
• Approved exempt paid day off (4-0)
• Approved additional floating holidays (4-0)
• Agreed to work toward 3.7% merit increase (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 for culvert projects (4-0)
• Approved up to $1 million ARPA allocation for Meadowlands trailer park (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development items: a sign regulations amendment (Case LDC24-002) and the preliminary plat for Forest Rim Estates #02 (Case PP23-001). The commission will also consider approval of the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for discussion and public input.

• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024
• Public hearing on LDC24-002 sign regulations amendment
• Public hearing on PP23-001 Forest Rim Estates #02 preliminary plat

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners holds a study session to receive mid-year updates from directors, review regional workforce plans, discuss transit and micromobility funding, and assess the second-quarter budget. The meeting includes presentations on Denver South’s annual update, the Arapahoe/Douglas workforce plan, and federal transit certifications.

• Denver South Annual Update presentation
• Arapahoe/Douglas Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Central Planning Region and Local Area Plans
• C22-32 Countywide Transit and Micromobility Study - Federal Transit Administration review
• 2024 Second Quarter Budget Review

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session with presentations from Denver South, the Arapahoe/Douglas Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act, and a 2024 second quarter budget review. The Board voted 5-0 to move the Arapahoe Douglas Works! local plan to the consent agenda, approved signature authority for the FTA Certifications and Assurances form, approved supplemental fund requests for body worn camera batteries, and agreed to move budget supplemental requests to a public hearing on September 10, 2024. The Board also voted 5-0 to add a Kroger settlement participation form to the consent agenda and went into executive session.

• Approved moving Arapahoe Douglas Works! local plan to consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved signature authority for Public Works Director on FTA Certifications and Assurances form (5-0)
• Approved supplemental fund requests for body worn camera batteries (5-0)
• Agreed to move budget supplemental requests to public hearing on September 10, 2024
• Approved adding Kroger settlement participation form to consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved executive session to instruct negotiators on SEMSWA MOU and receive legal advice on AFSCME letter (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2024 Board of Equalization Report. This includes reviewing referee recommendations, a summary report, and a draft resolution.

• 2024 Board of Equalization Referee Recommendations 24-440

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and unanimously adopted Resolution RES 24-200, which approves the 2024 Board of Equalization referee recommendations. The resolution was moved by Chair Warren-Gully and seconded by Chair Pro Tem Summey, with all five commissioners voting in favor. No public comment was made during the meeting.

• Adopted Resolution RES 24-200 approving 2024 Board of Equalization referee recommendations (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting mid-year updates with department directors. The session includes discussions on open space property transitions, park construction, and water conservation.

• Dove Valley Regional Park: Bike Park Construction Increase
• Funding for High Line Canal Underpass at Yale Avenue
• Transition of Open Space-Funded Property in Aurora for Colorado Freedom Memorial
• Administration Building East Lawn Water Conservation Project Opportunity
• Authorization for Open Spaces Director to sign property use agreements

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session on July 30, 2024, and approved several open space and administrative items. They voted 5-0 to increase the bike park construction contract by $251,000, to fund the High Line Canal underpass at Yale Avenue with $500,000, to accept funding reimbursement for Springhill Park, to authorize the Open Spaces Director to sign certain agreements, and to pilot a low-water ground cover project. The meeting also included annual updates from the Aurora and South Metro Denver Chambers of Commerce, which were presented without votes.

• Approved $251,000 cost increase for Dove Valley bike park construction (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 funding for High Line Canal underpass at Yale Avenue (5-0)
• Approved funding reimbursement for Springhill Park from Colorado Freedom Memorial (5-0)
• Authorized Open Spaces Director to sign certain property use agreements (5-0)
• Approved east lawn water conservation pilot project (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board will hear a presentation on reallocating the Open Space Sales and Use Tax Fund and a related waiver under the Purchasing Policy. A discussion on the Judicial District transition and staffing will follow the 1 PM update. Proposition 122 on natural medicine implementation will be presented at 2:15 PM. An executive session is scheduled for 3 PM.

• Open Space Sales and Use Tax Fund reallocation and waiver (Resolution 21-263)
• Judicial District transition update and staffing discussion (Agenda item 24-402)
• Proposition 122 Natural Medicine implementation (Agenda item 24-409)
• Executive session (Section 24-6-402(4)(b) C.R.S.)

The Board approved a $3 million reallocation from the Administration Fund to Heritage and Maintenance funds for deferred maintenance, and approved a waiver to use Livable Cities for the High Line Canal trail design. The Board also voted 5-0 to revise the Land Development Code for Proposition 122 natural medicine facilities, adopt zoning recommendations, maintain state buffer requirements, set no hours restrictions, and keep state rules for private cultivation. No vote was taken on the judicial district transition update.

• Approved $3M fund reallocation from Administration to Heritage and Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved purchasing policy waiver for Livable Cities on High Line Canal trail (5-0)
• Approved revising Land Development Code for Proposition 122 implementation (5-0)
• Approved zoning recommendations for natural medicine facilities (5-0)
• Approved maintaining state buffer requirements for facilities (5-0)
• Approved no restrictions on hours of operation (5-0)
• Approved maintaining state requirements for private cultivation (5-0)
• Approved executive session motion (5-0)

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Arapahoe County Board of Retirement will consider three consent agenda items: approval of the June 27, 2024 meeting minutes, approval of a professional services expenditure, and a Vested/Non-Vested decision. The board will also discuss member comments, a finance report, and a plan administrator update. An executive session is scheduled, followed by a public Q&A.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Professional services expenditure approval
• Vested/Non-Vested decision

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will hold a business meeting on July 23, 2024, at 9:30 AM in the East Hearing Room of the Administration Building. The board will vote on a consent agenda including funding for the High Line Canal Trail, public works permits, and grants, as well as proclamations and appointments. A separate resolution will consider funding recommendations from the Arapahoe County Cultural Council for 2024/2025.

• Proclamation establishing August 2024 as Child Support Awareness Month
• High Line Canal Trail, Natural Resource Management Plan Funding
• 2024 Open Space Grant Awards
• Resolution to Approve Arapahoe County Cultural Council Recommendations for 2024/2025 Scientific and Cultural Facilities District Tier III
• Authorization for Public Works Director to Sign Updated CDOT Access Permit for Richmil Open Space

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution for the Secret Stash Well Connect pipeline project. They also authorized funding for 94 scientific and cultural requests and adopted several administrative resolutions via a consent agenda.

• Approved Secret Stash Well Connect pipeline resolution (4-0)
• Approved funding for 33 general operating and 61 project requests for the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (4-0)
• Adopted proclamation establishing August 2024 as Child Support Awareness Month (4-0)
• Approved High Line Canal Trail Natural Resource Management Plan funding (RES 24-186)
• Approved 2024 Open Space Grant Awards (RES 24-188)
• Approved admission to Fire Lane Program for Innovate at Dove Valley (RES 24-189)
• Approved Airport Improvement Program grants for Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority (RES 24-197)
• Approved appointment of a Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption Referee (RES 24-190)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will discuss an amended agreement with the City of Englewood for emergency management services, a proposed revision to the land development code, and the 2024-2025 core services program budget.

• Amended IGA with City of Englewood for Emergency Management Services
• Proposed revisions to the Location and Extent Review Process
• Review of the SFY 2024-2025 Core Services Program Plan
• East Colorado SBDC Annual Update
• ERA II Update and Adjustment

The Board voted 4-0 to move forward with an amended intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Englewood for emergency management services, which will go to a public hearing or consent agenda. They also approved signing the Core Services Program Plan and allocated $300,000 in ARPA funds for administrative costs related to the Emergency Rental Assistance program. Other items, including proposed changes to the Location and Extent review process and the East Colorado SBDC annual update, were presented without a vote.

• Approved moving forward with amended IGA with City of Englewood for emergency management services (4-0)
• Approved Commissioner Warren-Gully to sign the Core Services Program Plan (4-0)
• Approved $300,000 ARPA allocation for administrative costs (4-0)
• Approved flexible funding for Arapahoe County and Aurora (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss proposed Phase 2B Oil and Gas Regulations Amendment 24-387. The session includes annual updates from I-70 REAP and the Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center, as well as a Sheriff's Office update.

• Proposed Phase 2B Oil and Gas Regulations Amendment 24-387
• I-70 REAP Annual Update 24-403
• Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center Annual Update 24-404
• Sheriff's Office Update

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session and gave direction on proposed Phase 2B oil and gas regulations, including air quality monitoring, banning commercial injection wells, and creating an inspection program. They voted 5-0 to set financial assurance at $95,000 and 5-0 to proceed with an intergovernmental agreement with the state for inspections. They also voted 5-0 to continue the personal property exemption at $20,000 for 2024. No final ordinance was adopted; the board scheduled an additional study session and a Public Works presentation for September.

• Set oil and gas financial assurance at $95,000 (5-0)
• Proceed with intergovernmental agreement with state for inspections (5-0)
• Continue personal property exemption at $20,000 for 2024 (5-0)
• Hold additional study session on oil and gas (4-0, Baker absent)
• Public Works to present on Sept 23 or 24 (4-0, Baker absent)
• Board comfortable with proposed reverse setback changes (no vote)
• Commercial injection wells will not be permitted (direction)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners holds its regular study session with a public presentation of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit Report, followed by an executive session for confidential legal discussion. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The Board held an informational study session on the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit, which found no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in financial reporting. No vote was taken on the presentation. The Board then voted 5-0 to enter executive session to receive legal advice regarding a potential de-brucing ballot measure. The meeting was adjourned.

• Received 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit presentation (no vote; informational only)
• Audit found no material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in financial reporting
• Approved entering executive session for legal advice on a potential de-brucing ballot measure (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a study session on case LDC24-003, a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 18 and July 2, 2024. No final decisions are listed for the amendment at this time.

• Study session on LDC amendment – case LDC24-003
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 2, 2024

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The Arapahoe County Transportation Forum will hold its Technical Committee meeting to discuss RTD track damage repairs, the status of a transit and micro-mobility study, and select an alternate for the DRCOG Transportation Advisory Committee. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of the previous meeting summary.

• Approval of Meeting Summary #58 (May 13, 2024)
• Selection of alternate for DRCOG Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC)
• RTD status update on track damage and repair efforts
• Transit and micro-mobility study status review

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting for board updates. This session is scheduled for July 10, 2024, at 4:00 PM.

• Administrative Meeting - Board Updates

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda covering marijuana retail license transfers, arbitration stipulations, drainage easement approvals, and fiscal control updates for the Sheriff’s Office. General business includes reviewing the county assessor’s annual property report and considering adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code for use starting July 9, 2024. These actions address local business licensing, infrastructure agreements, law enforcement financial oversight, and countywide building standards.

• Transfer of ownership and new retail marijuana license for KTA, LLC dba The Lodge
• Trade name change and issuance of medical and retail marijuana licenses for Denver Compassionate Caregivers INC dba Rocky Mountain High
• Approval of additional fiscal controls and signature authority updates for the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office
• Department of the Army easement for drainage located on the Cherry Creek Lake Project
• Consideration of adopting the 2023 National Electrical Code for use starting July 9, 2024

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023 National Electrical Code for use starting July 9, 2024, and accepted the Assessor's annual report on real and personal property. It also approved the consent agenda, which included several marijuana license applications, arbitration stipulations, an Army drainage easement at Cherry Creek Lake, and Sheriff's Office fiscal and signature-authority resolutions. Commissioner Baker was excused, so all recorded votes were 4-0 among the members present.

• Approved the agenda (4-0)
• Approved the consent agenda as a whole (4-0)
• Approved trade name change and medical marijuana store license for Denver Compassionate Caregivers INC dba Rocky Mountain High (RES 24-172)
• Approved trade name change and retail marijuana store license for Denver Compassionate Caregivers INC dba Rocky Mountain High (RES 24-173)
• Approved transfer of ownership and new retail marijuana store license for KTA, LLC dba The Lodge (RES 24-174)
• Approved two arbitration stipulations (RES 24-175, RES 24-176) and a stipulated abatement reduction (RES 24-177)
• Approved Department of the Army drainage easement on the Cherry Creek Lake Project (RES 24-179)
• Adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code for use starting July 9, 2024 (RES 24-185)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review a report regarding the Nurse-Family Partnership Elbert County Expansion. The session also includes a discussion on Private Activity Bonds allocation assignments.

• Nurse-Family Partnership Elbert County Expansion 24-370
• Private Activity Bonds (PAB) Allocation Assignment 24-365

The Board discussed a proposed expansion of the Nurse-Family Partnership into Elbert County, which requires no additional budget funding. The Board also reviewed a request to assign 2024 Private Activity Bonds to the Housing Authority of the City of Aurora for The Stanley project.

• Moved Private Activity Bond allocation for The Stanley to consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstention, 1 absent)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review a grant request from the Next50 Foundation regarding senior resources and veteran services. Additionally, the Board will discuss 2025 legislative proposals and criteria.

• Next50 Foundation Grant Request 24-368
• Legislative Proposals 24-373

In a July 8, 2024 study session, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners voted 3-0 to have staff move forward with a grant application to the Next50 Foundation for $150,000 toward Homemaker and Chore Services. Three commissioners also voted to proceed with proposed legislation to CCI, including a roadway-usage fee for road maintenance. The Board later entered executive session 5-0 to receive legal advice on adding defendants to opioid litigation and a potential de-brucing ballot measure, then adjourned. No final adoption of legislation or grant award is recorded.

• Directed staff to proceed with Next50 Foundation grant application for $150,000 for Homemaker and Chore Services (3-0; Summey and Holen absent and excused)
• Voted to proceed with proposed legislation to CCI, including a roadway-usage fee for road maintenance (3 commissioners in favor; tally as recorded)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on adding defendants to opioid litigation and a potential de-brucing ballot measure (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners will review mid-year funding updates for Family Tree, STRIDE, and Tri-Valley Seniors. The board will also discuss the 2024 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program, which outlines how these federal funds will be administered this year. This agenda covers administrative updates and grant planning rather than final votes.

• Mid-year funding updates for Family Tree, STRIDE, and Tri-Valley Seniors
• 2024 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program
• Calendar and Board Updates
• Virtual/streaming available for study session topics

The Board reviewed mid-year updates from three aid-to-agencies recipients: Family Tree, STRIDE, and Tri-Valley Seniors. These presentations concluded without a vote. The Board then reviewed 2024 funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program projects, voting 5-0 to move these recommendations to the consent agenda for final approval.

• Family Tree mid-year update presented (no vote)
• STRIDE mid-year update presented (no vote)
• Tri-Valley Seniors mid-year update presented (no vote)
• 2024 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations moved to consent agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Case No LE23-004 concerning the location and extent of SSPRD Columbine Manor Park. The meeting includes staff reports and materials provided by the Public Works and Development department.

• Public Hearing: CASE NO LE23-004, SSPRD COLUMBINE MANOR PARK / LOCATION AND EXTENT

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review grant recommendations and agency updates. Staff will present recommendations for 2024 open space grants and a state cybersecurity grant for CrowdStrike software. The board will also receive a mid-year funding update for the Comitis Crisis Center. The session concludes with a closed executive session for legal and administrative matters.

• 2024 Open Space Grant Award Recommendations
• Comitis Crisis Center mid-year funding update
• State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program application for CrowdStrike
• E-Team financial and administrative updates
• Closed executive session for legal matters

In a July 1, 2024 study session, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to move the Open Space grant recommendations forward to the consent agenda: nine standard grants, one small grant, and six planning grants totaling $5,493,576. The Board also voted 5-0 to apply for a State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program award for CrowdStrike Falcon Complete, with the County responsible for 30% of a quoted $155,000 cost. Comitis Crisis Center gave a mid-year update on its 2024 Aid to Agencies award; no vote was taken. The Board then entered executive session 5-0 to discuss collective bargaining and legal matters, and adjourned.

• Voted 5-0 to move 2024 Open Space grant recommendations (nine standard, one small, six planning; $5,493,576) to consent agenda
• Voted 5-0 to apply for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program CrowdStrike Falcon Complete grant
• Comitis Crisis Center mid-year Aid to Agencies update concluded without a vote
• Voted 5-0 to enter executive session on collective bargaining and seven listed legal matters
• Meeting adjourned

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Board of Retirement will conduct a meeting including a consent agenda and various reports. Discussion items include updates on the 18th Judicial District and financial reporting.

• Approval of May 23, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval
• Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals
• Finance Report

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct study sessions regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 draft budget and onsite wastewater treatment systems enforcement. The meeting also includes a review of the Community Health Improvement Plan priorities and the ACPH Director's report.

• FY25 Draft Budget Review
• Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS) Enforcement
• Community Health Improvement Plan: Final Priorities Approval
• ACPH Director’s Report

The Arapahoe County Board of Health met on June 26, 2024. The only recorded action was approval of the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes, which carried with six ayes (Kleinman, Davis, Burrows, Walker, Weinraub, Mcmillan); Dr. Mark Levine was absent or excused. The remaining agenda items — a draft FY25 budget review, an onsite wastewater treatment systems enforcement presentation, a Community Health Improvement Plan priorities discussion, and the ACPH Director's Report — were listed as study sessions and presentations, with no decisions recorded in the written minutes. The written minutes note that the audio recording is the official record and that written minutes are a courtesy summary.

• Approved the May 16, 2024 Board of Health meeting minutes (6-0; Levine absent/excused)

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health is holding an informal study session for relationship building between directors and staff. No specific topics or business items are scheduled for discussion.

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items on the consent agenda, including security policies and service agreements. The meeting also includes a final decision on an appeal regarding Case No. CMRS21-001.

• Proclamation establishing July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month
• Retirement recognition for Chuck Haskins
• Paradigm Recovery agreement for remote peer support services
• County-wide Information Security Policy
• Increase to Record Request Fees Schedule

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a proclamation establishing July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month and recognized Chuck Haskins' retirement. The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the acceptance of property conveyance for Arcadia Park, agreements for substance use services, and several arbitration stipulations. A final decision was made on an appeal for Case No. CMRS21-001.

• Adopted proclamation establishing July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Chuck Haskins' retirement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including Arcadia Park land acquisition (5-0)
• Approved agreement for In-Facility Remote Peer Support Services (5-0)
• Approved Assessor Abatement Recommendation (5-0)
• Approved County-wide Information Security Policy (5-0)
• Approved increase to Record Request Fees Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted final decision on Appeal of Case No. CMRS21-001 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners held a study session to review mid-year performance updates for two aid-to-agencies recipients: AllHealth Network and Jewish Family Services. The board also discussed a purchasing waiver for privacy fences at Windstream Condominiums and Huntington Estates, as well as an update to a CDOT access permit for Richmil Open Space. No binding votes or final decisions were recorded in the agenda text.

• Mid-year update for AllHealth Network (Aid to Agencies 24-344)
• Mid-year update for Jewish Family Services (Aid to Agencies 24-316)
• Select Source Waiver for Windstream Condominiums and Huntington Estates privacy fences (C15-002)
• Update to CDOT Access Permit for Richmil Open Space (C23-09)

At its June 25, 2024 study session, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve a select source waiver allowing Custom Fence & Supply, Inc. to build a proprietary pre-cast concrete privacy fence at the Windstream Condominium property, subject to legal approval of paperwork, and to allow use of the same contractor for the Huntington Estates fence if conditions are met. The Board also voted 5-0 to move a CDOT Access Permit update for Richmil Open Space to the Consent Agenda, which would let the Public Works and Development Director sign a permit raising daily vehicle access from 13 to 70. The rest of the session was informational updates from AllHealth Network and Jewish Family Service on their 2024 Aid to Agencies awards, with no votes recorded.

• Approved select source waiver for Custom Fence & Supply, Inc. for Windstream Condominium privacy fence (5-0), subject to legal approving paperwork
• Concurred on using same sole source contractor for possible Huntington Estates privacy fence if conditions met (part of 5-0 vote)
• Moved CDOT Access Permit update for Richmil Open Space to Consent Agenda (5-0), allowing PWD Director signature to raise daily vehicle access from 13 to 70

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will attend a special meeting to recommend priorities for the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). Members will work with community partners and staff to establish these recommendations.

• Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) prioritization event

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will continue discussions regarding 2025 Aid to Agencies. The session includes a mid-year update on Aurora Mental Health and reports from the Sheriff's Office and Communication Services.

• Continuation of 2025 Aid to Agencies Discussion
• Aurora Mental Health Mid-Year Update
• Align Arapahoe discussion
• Sheriff's Office update

The Board of County Commissioners continued its discussion of the 2025 Aid to Agencies grant program, reviewing the Safety Net and Competitive Grant programs and three funding options presented by staff, who recommended partially funding Aid to Agencies and eliminating the Competitive Grant. The Board voted 5-0 to fund Aurora Mental Health Center (Detox), Gateway Domestic Violence Services at 50%, and Tri-Valley Senior Citizens Association at 100%. Aurora Mental Health gave a mid-year update on its 2024 award, which concluded without a vote. No executive session was held.

• Voted 5-0 to fund Aurora Mental Health Center (Detox) in the 2025 Aid to Agencies program
• Voted 5-0 to fund Gateway Domestic Violence Services at 50%
• Voted 5-0 to fund Tri-Valley Senior Citizens Association at 100%
• Competitive Grant program to be cut, per Board discussion
• Staff recommended option 2: partially fund Aid to Agencies and eliminate the Competitive Grant
• Aurora Mental Health mid-year update concluded without a vote
• No executive session was held on this date

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review funding recommendations for the Arapahoe Cultural Council's 2024/2025 SCFD Tier III. The session also includes a presentation regarding the annual Arapahoe County Retirement Plan update.

• Arapahoe Cultural Council 2024/2025 SCFD Tier III Recommendations
• Annual Arapahoe County Retirement Plan Update

At its June 18, 2024 study session, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners reviewed the Arapahoe County Cultural Council's 2024/2025 Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) Tier III funding recommendations, which cover 94 organizations. The Board voted 5-0 to proceed with the recommended organizations; formal adoption is scheduled for the July 23, 2024 business meeting. The Board also received an update on the county retirement plan's financial status, including actuarial and investment presentations, which concluded without a vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Voted 5-0 to proceed with the recommended SCFD Tier III organizations for 2024/2025
• Formal adoption of the SCFD Tier III recommendations scheduled for the July 23, 2024 business meeting
• Retirement plan update presentation concluded without a vote

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two specific development cases. These include a Specific Development Plan with Zoning for the Oakesdale Subdivision/Trailside Townhomes and a Use by Special Review for the Secret Stash Well Connect project.

• Public hearing for Oakesdale Subdivision / Trailside Townhomes (SDPZ 21-006)
• Public hearing for Secret Stash Well Connect project (UASI 23-002)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board will review purchasing policy waivers for the Collaborative Management Program and Shiloh House. Additionally, Open Spaces will present on the Ranger Program regarding stewardship and public safety.

• Waiver for a Select Source Contract for the Collaborative Management Program (24-313)
• Waiver for a Select Source contract with Shiloh House (24-314)
• Ranger Program: Enhancing Stewardship and Public Safety on Open Space Properties (24-318)

The Board approved waivers for two Select Source contracts exceeding $100,000: one for the Collaborative Management Program and one for Shiloh House youth services. They also reviewed a proposal for a new Ranger Program to begin in 2025, which would employ non-certified rangers to patrol open spaces. The session concluded with a 5-0 vote to enter executive session for confidential legal discussions.

• Approved waiver for Collaborative Management Program contract (5-0)
• Approved waiver for Shiloh House contract (4-0)
• Discussed proposal for new Ranger Program (no vote recorded)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The council will review previous minutes and discuss the upcoming AGO Opioid Settlement Conference. The agenda also includes a program spotlight on the Hornbuckle Foundation and a review of the summer meeting schedule.

• Program Spotlight: Hornbuckle Foundation
• AGO Opioid Settlement Conference (9/30)
• Summer Meeting Schedule review
• R9 Funding Calendar Review

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review a first quarter supplemental appropriation resolution and an appeal regarding a telecommunication facility at Lakeview Park. The meeting also includes several items on the consent agenda, such as retail marijuana license renewals and various abatement reductions.

• 2024 First Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution
• Appeal for Lakeview Park Concealed Telecommunication Facility and Equipment Compound (CMRS21-001)
• Renewal of Retail Marijuana Store License for Denver Compassionate Caregivers, INC. dba Rocky Mountain High
• Denver Water IGA for High Line Canal
• Adoption of Amended Arapahoe County Animal Services Resolution

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 2024 First Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution (RES 24-155), which included transferring $5.4 million from the General Fund to the Capital Expenditure Fund, on a 5-0 vote. The Board also approved the consent agenda 5-0, covering 16 items including a retail marijuana store license renewal, abatement and settlement resolutions, a Denver Water agreement for the High Line Canal, and board appointments. On the Lakeview Park concealed telecommunications facility appeal (CMRS21-001), the Board voted 3-2 to continue the resolution (RES 24-156) after an executive session. The meeting also included two proclamations and one public comment speaker.

• Approved 2024 First Quarter Supplemental Appropriation Resolution, including $5.4M transfer from General Fund to Capital Expenditure Fund (5-0), RES 24-155
• Approved consent agenda of 16 items (5-0)
• Approved renewal of retail marijuana store license for Denver Compassionate Caregivers, INC. dba Rocky Mountain High, RES 24-139
• Approved Denver Water IGA for High Line Canal, RES 24-146
• Approved settlement of Efosa Osazuwa Notice of Claim, RES 24-145
• Approved board and committee appointments and reappointments, RES 24-144
• Continued Lakeview Park concealed telecommunication facility appeal (CMRS21-001) (3-2), RES 24-156
• Adopted proclamation recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and June 15, 2024, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss guidance for developing the 2025 budget. The session also includes a final update on the High Line Canal acquisition and mid-year updates regarding aid to Gateway Domestic Violence Services and Comitis Crisis Center.

• Guidance for Developing the 2025 Budget (24-309)
• Final Update on High Line Canal Acquisition (24-319)
• Aid to Agencies Mid-Year Update: Gateway Domestic Violence Services (24-289)
• Aid to Agencies Mid-Year Update: Comitis Crisis Center (24-290)

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session featuring updates on the High Line Canal acquisition and a mid-year report from Gateway Domestic Violence Services. The session concluded with a vote to enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Council is reviewing a motion to forward the SCFD Arapahoe County Tier III Funding Plan to the Board of County Commissioners. This plan involves the allocation of funds to various organizations. A study session with the Commissioners is scheduled for June 18th.

• Motion to forward $2,678,644.40 Tier III Funding Plan for 2024-2025
• Study session with Arapahoe Board of County Commissioners on June 18th

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review federal funding opportunities with The Normandy Group. The session also includes a discussion on Information Security Policy and a debrief regarding the 2024 legislative session.

• Federal Funding Opportunities presentation by Louis Dupart and Ron Eritano
• Information Security Policy discussion led by Philip Savino
• 2024 Legislative Session Debrief presented by Bowditch and Cassell Public Affairs

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners held a study session to discuss federal funding opportunities, reviewed the 2024 state legislative session, and voted unanimously to advance an Information Security Policy to a consent agenda for formal approval. The Board also directed staff to create a scope and work with program managers regarding federal funding.

• Directed staff to create a scope and work with program managers regarding federal funding
• Approved moving the Information Security Policy to a consent agenda for formal approval (5-0)
• Reviewed the 2024 legislative session debrief without a vote

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss several items including contract addendums for the Sheriff's Office and proposed fee increases. The session also includes a discussion on 2025 aid to agencies and airport improvement program grants.

• Addendum #10 for 2024 Restoring Individuals Safely and Effectively contract
• Increase to Record Request Fees Schedule 24-265
• ACSO Drive Track Fee Increase and Intergovernmental Agreement for Temporary Driving Track Vehicle Loan
• 2025 Aid to Agencies Overview and Discussion 24-288
• Airport Improvement Program Grants for the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority

The Board authorized signature authority for three airport improvement grants totaling over $14.6 million. It also approved an increase to the daily drive track fee and moved record request fee updates and a RISE program contract amendment to the consent agenda.

• Approved signature authority for three Airport Improvement Program grants (5-0)
• Approved increase to daily drive track fee (5-0)
• Moved RISE program contract amendment to consent agenda (5-0)
• Moved record request fee schedule increase to consent agenda (5-0)
• Directed staff to seek more info on Aid to Agencies funding options
• Approved executive session for Cherry Creek School District IGA (5-0)
• Approved executive session for health department reorganization and legal matters (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The scheduled business meeting for the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners on May 28, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The scheduled study session for May 28, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners study sessions scheduled for May 27, 2024, are cancelled due to the Memorial Day holiday.

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Board of Retirement will conduct a meeting including a consent agenda and reports. The agenda includes updates from GRS, Captrust, and a finance report.

• Approval of April 25, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval
• Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several departmental updates and proposals. Discussions include a judicial district transition, an impact fee proposal for the I-70/Monaghan interchange project, and updated rules for Open Spaces properties.

• Judicial District Transition Update 24-287
• Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant for K 9 Unit Kennel Project and Training Simulator
• Updated Rules and Regulations for Open Spaces Department’s Parks, Trails and Open Space Properties
• 2024 Arapahoe County Market Value Analysis Presentation
• I70/Monaghan (Airpark) Interchange Project Update and Impact Fee Proposal

The Board authorized staff to investigate an impact fee funding model for Phase 1 of the I-70/Monaghan (Airpark) Interchange improvements. Additionally, the Board approved applications for federal grants to fund a K9 unit kennel and a training simulator.

• Approved pursuing impact fee investigation for I-70/Monaghan Interchange improvements (4-0)
• Approved applying for BJA FY 2024 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grant for K9 kennel and training simulator (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Secret Stash Well Connect Project. The commission will also conduct a study session to present and discuss proposed amendments to the landscape code.

• Public hearing for Case No UASI23-002, Secret Stash Well Connect Project
• Study session for Case No LDC21-001, Landscape Code Amendment

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review a draft conservation easement and intergovernmental agreement with Denver Water for the High Line Canal. The session also includes an update from the Regional Opioid Abatement Council regarding the Colorado Opioid Settlement Dashboard.

• Denver Water IGA and Conservation Easement for High Line Canal 24-283
• Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Abatement Council Update 24-243

The Board voted 4-0 to move forward with an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Water regarding the High Line Canal. The session also included an update on the Regional Opioid Abatement Council, which concluded without a vote. The Board entered executive session to discuss legal advice on staff retirement options and a ranch tour.

• Approved moving forward with Denver Water IGA for High Line Canal (4-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on DA staff retirement and Lowery Ranch tour (4-0)
• Opioid Abatement Council update received; no vote taken

Arapahoe County Transportation Forum

The forum will elect a new co-chair and approve the summary from the December 2023 meeting. Agenda items include presentations on RTD Partnership Program funding and Rep. Jason Crow community grant applications.

• Selection of Co-chair position with Commissioner Jeff Baker
• RTD Partnership Program Funding presentation by John Gardocki
• Rep. Jason Crow Community Grant Funding Applications
• Jurisdiction TIP Project updates/status

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a study session regarding the Community Health Facilitated Prioritization Event. The meeting also includes the ACPH Director’s Report and approval of April meeting minutes.

• Approval of April Meeting Minutes
• Community Health Facilitated Prioritization Event study session
• ACPH Director's Report

The Arapahoe County Board of Health approved the April 17, 2024 meeting minutes by unanimous vote of those present. The board held a study session to help select five-year health priorities for the Community Health Improvement Plan and reviewed the Public Health Director's report for April 17 to May 9. No new policies or funding decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved April 17 meeting minutes (6-0 vote; Burrows excused)
• Discussed selection of 5-year health priorities for Community Health Improvement Plan
• Reviewed Public Health Director's report for April 17–May 9 period

Arapahoe County Board of Health

This special administrative meeting focuses on follow-up from a recent board retreat. The session includes a review of the Retreat Summary Report 24-273.

• Review of Retreat Summary Report 24-273

The Board of Health held a special meeting to review a Retreat Summary Report. The provided minutes do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or actions taken during the session.

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including arbitration stipulations and financial reports. General business includes the adoption of a Regional EV Action Plan and an ordinance regarding fireworks.

• Adoption of Public Works and Development EV Action Plan
• Adoption of Arapahoe County Ordinance No. 2024-01 (Fireworks)
• Proclamation for National Public Works Week
• 2024 Private Activity Bonds (PAB) Allocations
• Warrant ACH Expense Report for April 15 - April 29, 2024

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the Arapahoe County Regional EV Action Plan (RES 24-137) and Ordinance No. 2024-01 regulating fireworks (RES 24-138). Both items passed with all four present commissioners voting aye; Commissioner Jessica Campbell-Swanson was excused. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including 17 resolutions (RES 24-120 through RES 24-136), in a single vote. Twenty-four people spoke during the public comment period, and no one spoke during public comment on either general business item.

• Adopted the Arapahoe County Regional EV Action Plan (RES 24-137), 4-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-01 regulating fireworks (RES 24-138), 4-0
• Approved the consent agenda, including RES 24-120 through RES 24-136, in one vote, 4-0
• Adopted the agenda, 3-0 (Commissioner Baker absent for the vote)
• Adopted the proclamation recognizing May 19-25, 2024, as National Public Works Week, 3-0

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2024 first quarter budget and receive an update on Communication Services. The session also includes a discussion regarding the adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code, which is scheduled to begin June 30, 2024.

• 2024 First Quarter Budget Review
• Adoption of 2023 National Electrical Code starting June 30, 2024
• Communication Services update

The Board reviewed the 2024 budget status and approved moving supplemental funding requests to a June 11 public hearing. They voted 4-0 to allocate $50,000 to assist the City of Littleton in bidding for community property. The Board also voted 4-0 to schedule a public meeting to adopt the 2023 National Electrical Code, effective June 30, 2024.

• Approved $50,000 allocation for City of Littleton property bid (4-0)
• Approved proceeding with budget supplemental requests to public hearing (4-0)
• Approved scheduling public meeting for 2023 NEC adoption (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a session for calendar and board updates. The agenda also includes an administrative meeting regarding a check-in with Public Alignment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss confidential matters.

• Calendar and Board Updates
• Administrative Meeting: Check-in with Public Alignment
• Executive Session

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session and administrative meeting. The Board voted to enter two separate executive sessions to receive legal advice and instruct negotiators on various county matters.

• Approved executive session for legal advice on a proposed public survey (4-0)
• Approved executive session to instruct negotiators and receive legal advice on Highline Canal property transfer (3-0)
• Approved executive session for legal advice on Lakeview cell tower permit appeal hearing process (3-0)
• Approved executive session for legal advice on animal control resolution amendments (3-0)
• Approved executive session for legal advice on Efosa Osazuwa claim settlement (3-0)
• Approved executive session for legal advice on a non-disclosure agreement with the City of Centennial (3-0)

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council will conduct strategic planning through an evaluation proposal review and workgroup goal-setting. The council will also address governance items, including the approval of April 11 minutes and a request for an adjustment to the Hornbuckle Foundation agreement.

• Review of evaluation proposal
• Hornbuckle Foundation agreement adjustment request
• Discussion on policy regarding requested contract changes
• Approval of April 11 meeting minutes

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Council will conduct a review of submissions and receive reports from members and the SCFD. The meeting is scheduled to take place via Zoom.

• Review of submissions
• SCFD report
• Member reports

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session to review 2024 legislative reports. Presenters from Bowditch and Cassell Public Affairs will provide updates on legislative issues.

• Legislative Update 24-233
• 2024 Legislative Issues Guide
• 2024 Internal Legislative Report
• 2024 Public Legislative Report

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session to review Colorado legislative updates and potential impacts on the county. Commissioners voted 3-0 to move three specific bills (SB24-233, HB24-1313, and SB24-210) to a 'monitor' position. Staff reported on the status of 59 tracked bills, noting that 41 positions were taken with 10 successes and 2 failures so far.

• SB24-233 Property Tax Bill moved to monitor position (3-0)
• HB24-1313 Housing In Transit Oriented Communities moved to monitor position (3-0)
• SB24-210 Modifications to Laws Regarding Elections moved to monitor position (3-0)
• Staff presented status update on 59 tracked bills (no vote taken)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan and a master spreadsheet. The session also includes a discussion regarding a Kazmira request for support and proposed marijuana regulation amendments.

• Introduction and Demonstration of Strategic Workplan 24-262
• Kazmira Request for Support Letter and Marijuana Regulations Amendments 24-246
• Executive Session

The Board approved a 4-0 motion to proceed with the county's strategic workplan tool. They also voted 4-0 to send a letter of support to the DEA for Kazmira's marijuana testing permit application and directed staff to investigate land use regulations and draft an exception process. The session concluded with a 4-0 vote to enter executive session for legal advice on retirement plans and the Lowery Ranch CAP.

• Approved proceeding on strategic workplan track (4-0)
• Approved letter of support to DEA for Kazmira (4-0)
• Directed staff to investigate land use regulations for Kazmira (4-0)
• Directed staff to draft exception process for Kazmira (4-0)
• Entered executive session for legal advice (4-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Council will conduct a review of submissions and receive reports from members and the SCFD. The meeting is scheduled to take place via Zoom.

• Review of submissions
• SCFD report
• Member reports

The council met via Zoom to review updates from the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and share member reports. The only formal action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved April 4th minutes as written (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a study session on May 2, 2024. The meeting includes a legislative update and is available to attend virtually or in person.

• Legislative Update

The Board of County Commissioners reviewed the status of Colorado state legislation and its potential impacts on the county. The Board established positions on property tax and transit-oriented housing bills.

• Approved 'amend' position for Property Tax Bill (3-0)
• Approved maintaining 'amend' position for HB24-1313 Housing in Transit Oriented Communities (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Commissioners will receive a legislative update including the 2024 Legislative Issues Guide. The session also includes an ARPA quarterly update and a follow-up on a draft resolution for county funds, investments, and depositories.

• Legislative Update 24-200
• ARPA Information Session and Quarterly Update 24-240
• Annual Resolution re: County Funds/Investments and Depositories (24-179)

The Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners held a study session on April 30, 2024 covering state legislative updates, an ARPA program quarterly update, and a draft resolution on county funds and investments. The Board voted 4-0 to approve staff-recommended ARPA reallocations and 4-0 to place the draft investment/depository resolution on the consent agenda; Commissioner Warren-Gully was absent and excused for both votes. On legislation, the Board voted 5-0 to take a monitor position on SB 24-174 and 5-0 to take a monitor position on SB 24-218. No final adoption of the investment resolution occurred at this session.

• Voted 5-0 to take a monitor position on SB 24-174 Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance
• Voted 5-0 to take a monitor position on SB 24-218 Modernize Energy Distribution Systems, with staff to ask partners questions
• Voted 4-0 in favor of staff-recommended ARPA reallocations (Warren-Gully absent and excused)
• Voted 4-0 to place the draft resolution on county funds/investments and depositories on the consent agenda (Warren-Gully absent and excused)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review an appeal request regarding a concealed telecommunication facility at Lakeview Park. The session also includes updates on the High Line Canal acquisition and a judicial services overview.

• Appeal Request for Lakeview Park Concealed Telecommunication Facility and Equipment Compound (CMRS21-001)
• Update on High Line Canal Acquisition 24-244
• Judicial Services Overview and Consolidation 24-222

The Board decided to hear a resident appeal regarding a proposed 65-foot-tall cellular facility at Lakeview Park. They also approved the consolidation of Judicial Services offices and received updates on the High Line Canal acquisition.

• Approved hearing appeal for Lakeview Park cellular facility at a public hearing (5-0)
• Approved scheduling Lakeview Park appeal for June 11, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consolidation of Altura Plaza office to Lima Plaza office with amendments (5-0)
• Determined BOCC chair will sign final acquisition documents for High Line Canal
• Approved entering executive session for Bijou Basin acquisition and Centennial Airport tax cases (5-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Council will conduct a review of submissions and receive reports from members and the SCFD. The meeting is scheduled to take place via Zoom.

• Review of submissions
• SCFD report
• Member reports

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Board of Retirement will conduct a general meeting including a finance report and discussions with GRS and CAPTRUST. The agenda also includes consent items regarding minutes, professional services expenditures, and withdrawals.

• Approval of Minutes
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval
• Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals
• Finance Report

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will review routine administrative items, including board appointments and arbitration stipulations. Commissioners are scheduled to hear a first reading of a new fireworks ordinance and discuss Planning Case No. CZ23-001 for the Greenland Estate Acres rezoning in District 3. These items would establish local firework regulations and change land-use rules for the specified property if approved.

• First reading of Arapahoe County Ordinance No. 2024-01 regulating fireworks
• Planning Case No. CZ23-001 for Greenland Estate Acres rezoning in District 3
• Approval of multiple arbitration stipulations and BAA stipulations
• Board and committee appointments/reappointments
• Veterans Service Office summary reports for January through March 2024

The Board of County Commissioners denied a rezoning application for Greenland Estate Acres. The Board also approved the first reading of a fireworks ordinance and adopted several resolutions via a consent agenda.

• Denied Planning Case No. CZ23-001 - Greenland Estate Acres Rezoning (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2024-01 regarding fireworks (3-0)
• Approved board and committee appointments (RES 24-110)
• Approved four arbitration stipulations (RES 24-111, 24-112, 24-113, 24-114)
• Approved BAA Stipulations (RES 24-115)
• Approved Veterans Service Office Summary Report (RES 24-116)
• Approved Warrant ACH Expense Report for Mar 25 - Apr 08, 2024 (RES 24-117)
• Adopted resolution for Michelle Dossey retirement recognition (RES 24-109)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several legislative reports and the 2024 Community Health Assessment findings. They will also discuss a proposal regarding participation in the South Metro Enterprise Zone Program.

• Legislative Update 24-199
• 2024 Arapahoe County Community Health Assessment Findings
• Proposal for Participation in the South Metro Enterprise Zone Program 24-209

The Board of County Commissioners voted to move forward with a pilot program year to expand the South Metro Enterprise Zone boundaries into eastern Arapahoe County. The Board also maintained 'amend' positions on three state legislative bills. Staff presented findings from the 2024 Community Health Assessment.

• Approved moving forward with South Metro Enterprise Zone pilot program year (3-0)
• Voted to remain in 'amend' position for HB24-1437 regarding indigent client fees (3-0)
• Voted to stay in 'amend' position for SB24-174 regarding affordable housing assistance (3-0)
• Voted to stay in 'amend' position for HB 24-1313 regarding transit-oriented housing (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review updates on public assistance programs administered by the Department of Human Services. The session also includes consideration of a Select Source Waiver for an agreement with the Raise The Future Youth Connections Program. Additionally, officials will provide updates on communication services and the Sheriff's Office.

• Approval of a Select Source Waiver for agreement with Raise The Future Youth Connections Program
• Update on Public Assistance Programs from the Department of Human Services
• Communication Services update
• Sheriff's Office update

The Board of County Commissioners approved a Select Source Waiver for the Raise The Future Youth Connections Program contract for two years. The Board also voted to proceed with a deal to potentially pause a Peoria lease and accelerate street paving. The remainder of the session included departmental updates and an executive session for legal advice.

• Approved Select Source Waiver for Raise The Future contract (4-0)
• Approved proceeding with deal to pause Peoria lease and move street paving from 2027 to 2025 at a cost of $350,000 (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice and negotiations (4-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Arapahoe County Cultural Council is scheduled to discuss various arts and cultural organizations under new business. The meeting also includes an SCFD report and member reports.

• Littleton Community Music Association
• Littleton Fine Arts Guild
• Littleton Symphony Orchestra
• Museum of Outdoor Arts
• SCFD report

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board will conduct study sessions regarding Environmental Health Programs and a review of FY 2023 year-end and FY 2024 first quarter financials. The meeting also includes the ACPH Director’s Report and a human resources overview.

• Environmental Health (EH) Programs Overview
• FY 2023 Year End and FY 2024 Q1 Financial Review
• ACPH Director’s Report
• Human Resources Overview

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of study sessions and reports, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing emergency response training and 2024 legislative reports. The session also includes presentations on private activity bonds and proposed changes to sign regulations.

• Board Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Training
• Legislative Update 24-198 regarding 2024 legislative reports
• Private Activity Bonds 2024 presentation
• Proposed revisions to Land Development Code sign regulations (LDC24-002)

At its April 16, 2024 study session, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to support SB24-200 on equity in child welfare and to support an interim study committee on the Colorado Benefits Management System. The Board also took 5-0 monitor positions on HB24-1447 (transit reform) and SB24-106 (construction defects), and 5-0 amend positions on HB24-1313, SB24-174, and HB24-1455, plus a 5-0 support position on HB24-1454. Later, with Commissioners Holen and Baker absent and excused, the Board voted 3-0 to proceed with 2024 Private Activity Bond funding recommendations and 3-0 on several Land Development Code sign regulation items. The minutes also record an emergency response plan training and a legislative lunch, with no decisions noted for those portions.

• 5-0 to support SB24-200 (Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in Child Welfare)
• 5-0 to support an interim study committee on the Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS)
• 5-0 to take a monitor position on HB24-1447 (Transit Reform)
• 5-0 to take a monitor position on SB24-106 (Right to Remedy Construction Defects)
• 5-0 to present specific amendments with the Governor's Office and remain in an amend position on HB24-1313 (Housing in Transit-Oriented Communities)
• 5-0 to move to an amend position on SB24-174 (Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance)
• 5-0 to take an amend position on HB24-1455 (Effective Date 23rd Judicial District)
• 5-0 to take a support position on HB24-1454 (General Period Noncompliance Digital Accessibility)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a presentation on Natural Resource Management Plan funding for the Highline Canal Trail. The session also includes an annual review of insurance claims from 2019 through 2023.

• Highline Canal Trail, Natural Resource Management Plan Funding (24-218)
• Annual Claims Review 2019-2023 (24-223)

The Board approved allocating $162,000 to support the High Line Canal Natural Resource Management Plan, representing 45% of the project's total cost. They also authorized the County Attorney to sign conflict waivers to evaluate a retirement plan for the District Attorney's office. The session included a review of insurance claims from 2019-2023 and an executive session regarding legal advice on a specific case.

• Approved $162,000 allocation for High Line Canal NRM Plan (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to sign conflict waivers for DA retirement plan evaluation (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on Pinto-Rios v. Sheriff case (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss general business items. The primary item on the agenda is the adoption of a supplemental budget resolution for 2023 (24-220).

• Adoption of Supplemental Budget Resolution for 2023 (24-220)

The Board of County Commissioners adopted a supplemental budget resolution for 2023. This action reduces the Community Development Fund and the Grant Fund.

• Adopted Supplemental Budget Resolution RES 24-108 to reduce the Community Development Fund and Grant Fund (5-0)

Arapahoe County Regional Opioid Council

The Council will review funding overviews, member onboarding, and letters of support. Members are also discussing strategic goals including workgroups for prevention, workforce development, and the Ridgeview Campus.

• Overview of funding
• Evaluation proposal (Steadman)
• Prevention and Awareness Campaign workgroup
• Workforce Development workgroup
• Ridgeview Campus discussion

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Arapahoe County Cultural Council will review fourteen different organizations during this meeting. The agenda includes a report from SCFD and various member reports.

• Review of Feel the Beat Corp
• Review of Fiesta Colorado
• Review of Four Mile Historic Park
• Review of Friends of Dinosaur Ridge
• Review of Friends of Levitt Pavilion Denver

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review a supplemental budget resolution for 2023. The agenda also includes proclamations and several administrative items regarding property abatements and arbitration stipulations.

• Adoption of a 2023 Supplemental Budget Resolution (24-212)
• Proclamation for Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week (April 14-20, 2024)
• Proclamation for National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month (April 2024)
• Approval of various property abatement and arbitration resolutions

The Board of County Commissioners approved several arbitration stipulations, abatement reductions, and assessor recommendations via the consent agenda. Two proclamations recognizing Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week and National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month were adopted. A supplemental budget resolution for 2023 was continued to a later date.

• Adopted proclamations for Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week and National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month (4-0)
• Approved stipulated abatement reduction RES 24-099 (4-0)
• Approved abatement referee recommendations RES 24-100 (4-0)
• Approved arbitration stipulations RES 24-101, 24-102, 24-103, 24-105, and 24-106 (4-0)
• Approved assessor abatement recommendations RES 24-104 (4-0)
• Approved BAA stipulations RES 24-107 (4-0)
• Continued 2023 supplemental budget resolution due to missing publication verification (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing legislative reports and a grant application. Presenters will discuss the 2024 Legislative Issues Guide and related internal and public reports. The session also includes a presentation on the Apprenticeship Building America Grant Application.

• Legislative Update 24-197
• Apprenticeship Building America Grant Application 24-205

The Board of County Commissioners authorized staff to apply for the Apprenticeship Building America, Round 2 Grant to expand the Apprenticeship Hub. The Board also established official positions on several Colorado state legislative bills.

• Approved submission of Apprenticeship Building America grant application (3-0)
• Adopted monitor position on HB24-1152 Accessory Dwelling Units (3-0)
• Adopted monitor position on HB24-1366 Sustainable Local Government Community Planning (3-0)
• Adopted monitor position on HB 24-1173 Electric Vehicle Charging System (3-0)
• Adopted amend position on HB 24-1437 Prohibit Flat Fees for Defending Indigent Clients (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss an update regarding the High Line Canal acquisition and an intergovernmental agreement for the Arapahoe County 911 Authority. The session also includes calendar updates and a scheduled executive session with the County Attorney.

• Update on High Line Canal Acquisition 24-210
• Arapahoe County 911 Authority IGA 24-190

The Board of County Commissioners approved authorization for the Sheriff to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arapahoe County 911 Authority. The Board also received an informational update on the High Line Canal acquisition and entered an executive session for legal and negotiation matters.

• Approved authorization for Sheriff to sign Arapahoe County 911 Authority IGA (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice and negotiations (4-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The agenda consists of procedural items and reports. No specific new business or project details are provided in the document.

• Review of March 7th meeting minutes
• SCFD report

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of a new Broce Sweeper to replace a vehicle totaled in 2023. The Board also established monitoring positions on several Colorado state legislative bills.

• Approved purchase of new Broce Sweeper (5-0)
• Voted to take monitor position on HB24-1371 (5-0)
• Voted to take monitor position on SB24-106 (5-0)
• Voted to take monitor position on SB24-174 (5-0)
• Decided to maintain amend position on HB24-1313
• Decided not to take a position on HB24-1359

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a series of study sessions including updates from the Commissioners' Office and E-Team. The agenda includes a meeting with a CDOT Transportation Commissioner and an update regarding a County Grants Consultant.

• Meeting with CDOT Transportation Commissioner District 3 - Eula Adams
• Update on County Grants Consultant (24-192)
• Executive Session

The Board of County Commissioners held a study session on April 1, 2024. Two presentations were given without votes: a meeting with CDOT Transportation Commissioner District 3 Eula Adams about transportation projects and funding, and an update from LSI, the county's grants consultant, on grant funding needs assessment and strategy. The only recorded vote was a 5-0 motion to go into executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice on a traffic signal damage dispute from the Iliff Road Improvement Project and an oil and gas rights ownership issue for a county-owned roadway property. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice (5-0)
• CDOT transportation presentation concluded without vote
• LSI grants consultant update concluded without vote

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Arapahoe County Cultural Council is conducting study sessions to review grant applications. Organizations will be notified when their specific applications are discussed.

• Review of 2024-2025 Tier III Grant Cycle applications
• Discussion involving organizations including CMDance, Colorado Bach Ensemble, and Colorado Chorale

Arapahoe County Board of Retirement

The Board of Retirement will conduct its regular business meeting. The agenda includes the approval of February 22, 2024, meeting minutes and professional services expenditures.

• Approval of February 22, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Professional Services Expenditure Approval
• Vested/Non-Vested Withdrawals

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a legislative update from Bowditch and Cassell Public Affairs. The session also includes discussions on the 2024 Court Security Grant and an update regarding facial recognition technology.

• Legislative Update 24-061
• 2024 Court Security Grant and Authorization for Ten Fixed Asset Numbers 24-167
• Facial Recognition Technology Update 24-152

The Board of County Commissioners approved applying for a $94,613.40 court security grant. The Board also established monitoring and opposition positions on several Colorado state legislative bills and approved a facial recognition technology accountability report for public presentation.

• Approved application for $94,613.40 Court Security Cash Fund grant (4-0)
• Approved presenting facial recognition technology Accountability Report to the public (3-0)
• Voted to monitor HB24-1364 Education Based Workforce (4-0)
• Maintained oppose position on HB24-1239 Single Stairway Exit Multifamily Structure
• Voted to monitor SB 24-174 Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance (5-0)
• Voted to monitor HB 24-1366 Sustainable Local Government Community Planning (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board will consider increasing the allowable dwelling units in the Sky Ranch Development and adopting 2024 budget reappropriations. The agenda also includes reviews of legal settlements, arbitration stipulations, and a law enforcement agreement with the Town of Bennett.

• Increase dwelling units in Sky Ranch Development from 1,200 to 1,400 single home equivalent units
• Intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Bennett for law enforcement services
• Aesthetic Landscape General Development Plan (Case No. GDP21-001)
• Adoption of 2024 Reappropriations and Additional Supplemental Appropriations
• Grant of drainage easement to the Town of Bennett on Kiowa Creek Open Space Property

The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2024 reappropriations and additional supplemental appropriations. Other actions included approving a general development plan for Aesthetic Landscape and several legal settlements and easements.

• Adopted 2024 Reappropriations and Additional Supplemental Appropriations (4-0)
• Approved Aesthetic Landscape General Development Plan Case No. GDP21-001 (4-0)
• Approved IGA with Town of Bennett for Law Enforcement Services (4-0)
• Approved increase of allowable dwelling units in Sky Ranch Development from 1,200 to 1,400 (4-0)
• Approved drainage easement to Town of Bennett on Kiowa Creek Open Space Property (4-0)
• Approved settlement of Estate of Judith Stein Notice of Claim (4-0)
• Approved legal representation and indemnification for two Sheriff's Office employees (4-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing National Public Health Week (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the High Line Canal acquisition and receive updates from the Sheriff's Office. The session also includes a presentation regarding rooftop unit replacements at the Sheriff’s Office headquarters.

• High Line Canal acquisition update (24-191)
• Sheriff’s Office Drive Track fee increase and IGA authorization (24-166)
• Sheriff’s Office Headquarters rooftop units replacement project (24-168)
• Communication Services update

The Board approved a $200,000 budget transfer to replace rooftop HVAC units at the Sheriff's Office headquarters. They also voted to extend the closing date for the High Line Canal acquisition to June 13, 2024. A proposal to increase drive track fees was tabled for further discussion. The Board entered executive session to discuss airport litigation and a settlement claim.

• Approved $200,000 CIP budget transfer for Sheriff's Office HVAC replacement (4-0)
• Tabled Sheriff's Office drive track fee increase and IGA authorization for more info (4-0)
• Approved extension of High Line Canal acquisition closing date to June 13, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved entry into executive session for legal advice on airport litigation and settlement authority (4-0)

Arapahoe County Cultural Council

The Council will conduct a study session overview and receive reports from the SCFD and members. The meeting is scheduled to take place via Zoom.

• Study Session Overview
• SCFD Report
• Member Report

Arapahoe County Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the Community Health Assessment Findings and receive an overview of the Communicable Disease Epidemiology Program. The agenda also includes the ACPH Director’s report and a human resources overview regarding the director evaluation process.

• Community Health Assessment Findings (24-184)
• Communicable Disease Epidemiology Program Overview (24-185)
• ACPH Director’s Report (24-186)
• Human Resources overview for the Director Evaluation Process

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting and appointed a new member to the Public Health Budget Committee. The board also held study sessions regarding community health assessment findings and the Communicable Disease Epidemiology Program.

• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Mark McMillan to the Public Health Budget Committee (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review various legislative reports and potential grant applications. Discussion topics include vehicle replacement funding, Medicaid payments, and a Sheriff's Office grant application.

• Legislative Update 24-060
• Request to replace weatherization grant funded vehicle 24-146
• Medicaid Targeted Grant Recognition and Retention Payments 24-161
• Approval to apply for the Fines Committee Grant 24-142

The Board established official positions on three Colorado state bills and approved the purchase of a grant-funded vehicle. Additionally, the Board authorized the use of Medicaid grant funds for employees and permitted the Sheriff's Office to apply for a Fines Committee Grant.

• Approved 'amend' position on HB24-1229 regarding Long Term Care (4-0)
• Approved 'monitor' position on HB24-1366 regarding Community Planning (4-0)
• Approved 'monitor' position on HB24-1362 regarding Graywater Use (4-0)
• Approved purchase of a Weatherization Division vehicle not to exceed $92,000 (3-0)
• Approved use of Medicaid targeted grant funds for employees (4-0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to apply for the Fines Committee Grant (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review a presentation regarding the Arapahoe County DEI Employee Voice Survey. Officials will also provide an update on the Justice Center Courthouse facilities. The session includes an executive session to discuss confidential matters with the County Attorney.

• Arapahoe County DEI Employee Voice Survey 24-155 presentation
• Justice Center Courthouse Facilities Update 24-174

The Board of County Commissioners approved funding for an additional courtroom to address increasing caseloads. The Board also reviewed DEI employee survey results and entered an executive session regarding property transfer.

• Approved moving $2.9 million from the general fund for one additional courtroom at Courthouse II (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss High Line Canal property transfer (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Business Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners will review several items on the consent agenda. These include property easements for a bike path project, staff appointments, and the reallocation of community development funds.

• Inverness Dr. W. Bike Path Project: approval of one right of way parcel and one permanent easement
• Appointment of Gini Pingenot as Director of Open Spaces
• Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
• Approval of various arbitration stipulations
• Resolution on signature authority for elected officials, department directors, and employees

The Board of County Commissioners approved its agenda and adopted two proclamations recognizing March 2024 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Women's History Month. The board approved a 16-item consent agenda in a single vote, covering items such as a warrant expense report, abatement recommendations, a bike path right-of-way acquisition, an open spaces director appointment, and several arbitration stipulations. No general business items were on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 10:52 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing March 2024 as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing March 2024 as Women's History Month (5-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Diane Kocis retirement (RES 24-061, 5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 16 items in one vote (5-0)
• Approved Warrant ACH Expense Report Jan 29 - Feb 20, 2024 (RES 24-062)
• Approved abatement referee recommendations (RES 24-063)
• Approved stipulated abatement reduction (RES 24-064)

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board will review legislative updates including the 2024 Legislative Issues Guide. The session also includes a capability assessment report for HS Connects and a discussion on stipends for child welfare caseworkers.

• Approval of Assessment/Case Cap Stipend for Child Welfare Caseworkers (24-122)
• Review of 2024 Legislative Issues Guide and reports (24-059)
• HS Connects Capability Assessment Report (24-130)

The Board approved a new Assessment/Case Cap Stipend policy to help recruit and retain child welfare caseworkers. Additionally, the Board established official positions on several Colorado state legislative bills.

• Approved Assessment/Case Cap Stipend policy for child welfare caseworkers (3-0)
• Approved support position for HB 24-1322 Medicaid Coverage Housing & Nutrition Services (3-0)
• Approved amend position for SB24-174 Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance (3-0)
• Approved monitor position for SB24-165 Air Quality Improvements (3-0)
• Approved monitor position for HB 24-1230 Protections for Real Property Owners (3-0)
• Approved monitor position for HB24-1083 Construction Professional Insurance Coverage Transparency (3-0)
• Approved continuing dialogue on HB 24-1359 Public Notification of Hazardous Chemical Releases (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Greenland Estates conventional rezone. The commission will also conduct a study session on proposed amendments to sign regulations in the Land Development Code. Additionally, the meeting includes the annual election of officers.

• Public hearing for Greenland Estates conventional rezone (Case No. CZ 23-001)
• Study session on sign regulation and Land Development Code amendments (Case No. LDC24-002)
• Annual election of officers
• Approval of February 20, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners Study Session

The Board of County Commissioners will receive an update on the Regional EV Action Plan and public outreach. The session also includes a discussion regarding the 2024 reappropriation of the 2023 budget.

• Public Works and Development EV Action Plan update
• 2024 Reappropriation of 2023 Budget

The Board of County Commissioners approved proceeding with the Electric Vehicle (EV) Action Plan and moving the 2024 reappropriation of the 2023 budget to a public hearing. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations.

• Approved proceeding with EV Action Plan with timeline amendments (5-0)
• Approved staff's EV implementation strategy (5-0)
• Approved bringing EV Action Plan forward as a general business item (5-0)
• Approved bringing 2024 reappropriation of 2023 budget to public hearing (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)