Arvada, CO

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

City Council

Board of Adjustment

AURA

Planning Commission

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Park Advisory Committee

Sustainability Advisory Committee

Police Pension Board

City Council

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

Arts and Culture Commission

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Transportation Committee

City Council

AURA

Planning Commission

City Council

Sustainability Advisory Committee

Park Advisory Committee

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

City Council

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

Arts and Culture Commission

City Council

Transportation Committee

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Planning Commission

AURA

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Park Advisory Committee

Sustainability Advisory Committee

Arts and Culture Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Transportation Committee

City Council

Planning Commission

AURA

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Park Advisory Committee

Transportation Committee

Sustainability Advisory Committee

Police Pension Board

City Council

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

Arts and Culture Commission

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Planning Commission

AURA

City Council

Sustainability Advisory Committee

Transportation Committee

Park Advisory Committee

Liquor Licensing Authority

City Council

Festivals Commission

Planning Commission

Arts and Culture Commission

Liquor Licensing Authority

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on promoting the G Line, a discussion of roundabouts and city development, a report on parking models, and a review of the Active Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes standard items such as adopting minutes, public comment, and adjournment.

• G Line promotion presentation by Arvada Communications Team
• Discussion of roundabouts and city development by Michael Koslow
• Parking models report presented by Derek
• Review of the Active Transportation Plan presented by Derek

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a Comcast franchise agreement and the annexation and rezoning of a 5.3980-acre parcel for Revival Industrial. The body will also discuss a land development modification for a residence at 6800 W 55th Ave and a HUD performance report.

• Renewal of non-exclusive franchise agreement with Comcast of California/Colorado/Florida/Oregon, Inc.
• Annexation, rezoning to MX-S, and conditional use permit for Revival Industrial (5.3980 acres south of State Highway 72)
• Land Development Code modification for a gravel driveway and ADU at 6800 W 55th Ave
• Communications site lease agreement with T-Mobile West LLC at 7710 Reno Drive
• Adams County Open Space Grant Agreement for the Tennyson Complete and Connected Corridor

City Council

The Arvada City Council will hold a public hearing on the draft 2027 Public Housing Authority (PHA) Plan and administrative plan updates. The council will also consider the Arvada Housing Authority 2025‑2026 Annual Report, adopt the PHA Plan for the 2027 program year, and review updates to the Housing Choice Voucher Program for 2026. Routine business includes approval of the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on the Draft 2027 PHA Plan and Administrative Plan Updates
• Arvada Housing Authority 2025‑2026 Annual Report
• Arvada Housing Authority PHA Plan for 2027 Program Year
• Housing Choice Voucher Program 2026 Administrative Plan Updates
• Approval of February 3, 2026 meeting minutes

Arts and Culture Commission

Festivals Commission

Planning Commission

General

City Council

The Arvada City Council will meet in an executive session to conduct performance evaluations. These evaluations concern the Municipal Judge, the City Attorney, and the City Manager.

• Performance Evaluation for Municipal Judge
• Performance Evaluation for City Attorney
• Performance Evaluation for City Manager

Liquor Licensing Authority

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from members, staff, and council liaisons. Discussion includes moving forward following the passage of CASAP and work by the Communications & Outreach Subcommittee.

• Updates from Committee, Staff, and Council Liaisons
• Discussion on moving forward after CASAP passage
• Communications & Outreach Subcommittee updates

Park Advisory Committee

The committee will review its established goals for 2026 and conduct a walking tour of Ralston Central Park. Staff updates will cover the Colorado Front Range Trail, Gold Strike Park, and master plans for parks, trails, open space, and Lake Arbor.

• Ralston Central Park walking tour
• Review of 2026 APAC goals
• Updates on Colorado Front Range Trail (CRFT)
• Updates on Gold Strike Park
• Parks, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan updates

The committee approved corrected May meeting minutes. It unanimously voted to send a formal letter of support to City Council for the Climate and Sustainability Action Plan (CASAP). Other agenda items covered staff updates on trail construction, park master plans, summer programming, and public art, but no further binding actions were taken.

• Approved May meeting minutes with corrections
• Unanimously approved APAC letter of support for CASAP
• Directed staff to forward signed CASAP letter to City Council
• Reviewed park site visit app and set goal of two monthly member visits

City Council

The City Council will review several land use items, including rezoning requests for the Candelas development near Highway 72 and Highway 93. The agenda also includes a construction contract for West 72nd Avenue and a resolution to adopt the Climate and Sustainability Action Plan.

• $3,565,355.67 construction contract for West 72nd Avenue (Sema Construction, Inc.)
• Annexation and rezoning of 5.3980 acres for Revival Industrial south of State Highway 72
• Adoption of the City of Arvada's Climate and Sustainability Action Plan
• Rezoning of Candelas Parcels 1-2, 1-5, and 1-6 near Highway 72 and Highway 93
• Renewal of Comcast franchise agreement for use of City rights-of-way

Planning Commission

AURA

Transportation Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding RTD G Line communications plans and city staff reports. Discussions include Vision Zero recommendations and the impact of roundabouts on city development.

• RTD G Line Communications Plans update
• Vision Zero recommendations discussion
• Roundabouts and City Development discussion

The committee discussed various city staff updates including Mountain Rail and safety plans. Discussions also covered potential paid parking models for Olde Town and upcoming RTD board changes.

• Adoption of minutes postponed to next month

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Local Liquor Licensing Authority will conduct a public hearing regarding an application for a beer and wine license. The applicant is American Axes, Inc., located at 7270B West 88th Ave.

• Public hearing: Beer and Wine License application for American Axes, Inc. at 7270B West 88th Ave.

Arts and Culture Commission

Planning Commission

The Arvada Planning Commission will review a public hearing request to modify driveway material standards for a property at 6800 W 55th Ave. The body will also swear in new commissioner Derek Hammer and approve the May 6, 2026 minutes. These items cover one development proposal open for resident comment and routine administrative duties.

• Public hearing: Major modification request for driveway materials at 6800 W 55th Ave (Lane ADU)
• Swearing in of Planning Commissioner Derek Hammer
• Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

Festivals Commission

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use items including an annexation petition for Revival Industrial and a rezoning for QuikTrip. The agenda also includes a resolution to increase residential waste services fees and a contract for traffic signal improvements.

• Traffic signal and intersection improvements at West 64th Ave & Easley Rd and West 63rd Ave & McIntyre Pkwy up to $1,231,762.00
• Annexation petition for Revival Industrial near State Highway 72
• Amended fee schedule for the Waste Hauling Program and residential solid waste collection services
• Release of $812,000.00 in advanced funds to the Arvada Center
• Rezoning and concept plan for QuikTrip at 9295 Matterhorn Ln

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve the May 2026 minutes and receive updates from members and liaisons. The agenda also includes preparation and strategy for the CASAP Council Meeting.

• Approval of May 2026 minutes
• CASAP Council Meeting Prep & Strategy

Park Advisory Committee

The committee will review its established 2026 goals, including park site visits and master plan updates. Staff updates will cover several projects including Gold Strike Park and the Colorado Front Range Trail.

• Review of 2026 APAC Goals
• Honor Garden Ribbon Cutting update
• Colorado Front Range Trail (CRFT) update
• Gold Strike Park update
• Parks, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan updates

City Council

The City Council meeting includes workshops regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Program and ADA Transition Plan updates. The agenda also includes general staff updates.

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Program and ADA Transition Plan Updates
• Staff Updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding an assessment of the Arvada Center's organization and operations. This session is scheduled for 5:00 PM.

• Arvada Center Organizational and Operation Assessment

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Local Liquor Licensing Authority will conduct a public hearing concerning an alleged violation of the retail liquor store license held by RGS Colorado LLC, doing business as Simms Liquor. The business is located at 11651 West 64th Ave, Unit E-6.

• Public hearing: Alleged violation of retail liquor license for RGS Colorado LLC (d/b/a Simms Liquor) at 11651 West 64th Ave, Unit E-6

General

AURA

Planning Commission

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the 2026 CDBG Action Plan. Members will also receive a presentation on the DRCOG Arvada Livable Centers project, which evaluates housing needs near transit-oriented areas. Additionally, the meeting includes an election for the Committee Chair and Vice Chair.

• 2026 CDBG Action Plan Public Hearing
• DRCOG Arvada Livable Centers presentation
• Chair and Vice Chair elections

The Housing Advisory Committee held a quarterly meeting to discuss the CDBG Action Plan and the DRCOG Livable Centers Study. The committee also conducted elections for its leadership positions.

• Elected Harrison Wilterdink as Chair
• Elected Tim Rogers as Vice-Chair
• Decided homelessness planning will be handled in a separate city plan rather than the Livable Centers Study

City Council

Transportation Committee

The committee will receive updates on proposals, council items, and city staff reports. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Vision Zero and FRA support letters.

• Proposal Updates
• Council Updates
• City Staff Updates
• Vision Zero Support Letter
• FRA Support Letters

The committee unanimously approved a support letter for the Vision Zero Resolution, which will be delayed until it can be tied to the Safety Action Plan. Members also unanimously approved a support letter regarding an FRA grant application for $150M.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Vision Zero support letter (unanimous)
• Approved FRA support letter (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding an innovation update and staff updates. No specific legislative actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Innovation Update workshop
• Staff Updates workshop

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding Proposition 123. The discussion includes the proposition's background, current updates, and necessary code changes for compliance.

• Proposition 123 background, update, and code changes

Liquor Licensing Authority

Arts and Culture Commission

Festivals Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including a water main project and police co-responder funding. The agenda also includes ordinances for water surcharge amendments and land rezoning for the Barber-Nichols plant expansion.

• Pomona Water Main Replacement Project: $2,074,469.00 agreement with Brannan Construction Company
• Water Surcharge amendment to City Code Section 102-182
• Barber-Nichols Plant Expansion #2: Annexation and rezoning of 1.793 acres at 6290 W 56th Ave
• Co-responder & Mental Health Case Management System agreement with Julota
• Candelas Parcels 1-2, 1-5, and 1-6 rezoning (continued to July 7, 2026)

Police Pension Board

Sustainability Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only routine administrative and planning items with no substantive policy votes or public hearings scheduled. Members will review April minutes, share updates, introduce new participants, and plan upcoming meetings.

• Approval of April 2026 minutes
• Updates from committee members and staff/council liaisons
• New member introductions and survey review
• Planning for upcoming meetings and a mini-retreat

The committee reviewed updates regarding community events, recycling models, and electric vehicle infrastructure. Members also discussed the need for more public EV charging stations across Arvada zip codes.

• Approved April minutes by voice vote
• Requested invitation of Fleet and Facilities managers to a future meeting

Park Advisory Committee

The Parks Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding the Darin DeLay Park, Trail, and Open Space Master Plan. The meeting also includes a review of committee by-laws, 2026 goals, and upcoming elections.

• Darin DeLay Park, Trail, and Open Space Master Plan updates
• Review of APAC Committee By-Laws
• Discussion of 2026 APAC Goals
• APAC Elections
• City Staff Updates regarding Lake Arbor Master Plan, CASAP, and Water Restrictions

AEDA

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding wildfire mitigation and response strategies. The meeting also includes a workshop on 2027 water, wastewater, and stormwater rates and fees.

• Wildfire Mitigation and Response Strategies workshop
• 2027 Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Rates/Fees workshop

Liquor Licensing Authority

Dillon Companies LLC, doing business as King Soopers #36, has applied to change, alter, or modify its fermented malt beverage and wine liquor license. The business is located at 8031 Wadsworth Blvd.

• Liquor license modification for King Soopers #36 at 8031 Wadsworth Blvd.

AURA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a series of ordinances regarding a 5.3980 acre parcel known as Revival Industrial. The items include an annexation into the City of Arvada, a rezoning from Jefferson County Sr-2 to City of Arvada Mx-S, and a conditional use permit for land located south of State Highway 72.

• Annexation of Revival Industrial (5.3980 acres) into the City of Arvada
• Rezoning of Revival Industrial from Jefferson County Sr-2 to City of Arvada Mx-S
• Conditional Use Permit for Revival Industrial south of State Highway 72
• Overview of Comprehensive Plan Process

The Planning Commission recommended the annexation, rezoning, and conditional use permit for a 5.398-acre industrial site to the City Council. Additionally, the commission voted to cancel the upcoming May 20 and June 3 meetings.

• Recommended annexation of 5.398 acres for Revival Industrial to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning of property from Jefferson County SR2 to Arvada MX-S to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended conditional use permit for Revival Industrial to City Council (6-0)
• Canceled May 20 and June 3 Planning Commission meetings (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a design services agreement for Leyden Road improvements and an annexation petition for the Barber Nichols Plant Expansion #2. The agenda also includes a rezoning ordinance for land near SH-93 and SH-72 and a public hearing regarding sidewalk construction and repair codes.

• Agreement with Olsson, Inc. for Leyden Road improvements up to $899,738.00
• Annexation petition for 1.793 acres at 6290 W. 56th Ave (Barber Nichols Plant Expansion #2)
• Rezoning of Candelas 93-72 South Filing No. 1 from PUD-BP to CG
• Ordinance regarding Chapter 94, Article II, Construction and Repair of Sidewalks

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special meeting to consider a motion regarding the Arvada Code of Ethics. The motion seeks authorization to retain an outside investigator and/or outside counsel to pursue an investigation and administrative process.

• Motion to authorize retention of an outside investigator or counsel for a Code of Ethics investigation

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the Solid Waste/Recycling Program. The agenda also includes staff updates.

• Solid Waste/Recycling Program Workshop

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Local Liquor Licensing Authority will conduct a public hearing regarding an alleged violation of the tavern license for The Arvada Tavern. The body will also consider a Show Cause Order for RGS Colorado LLC d/b/a Simms Liquor.

• Public hearing: Alleged violation of The Arvada Tavern license at 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Unit A & B
• Consideration of Show Cause Order for RGS Colorado LLC d/b\a Simms Liquor, 11651 West 64th Ave, Unit E-6

Transportation Committee

The committee will receive staff updates regarding the Vision Zero Resolution. The meeting includes presentations on Link on Demand, the Denver Connector, and signal timing.

• Vision Zero Resolution staff update
• Link on Demand presentation by Dan Raine
• Denver Connector presentation by Justin Begley
• Signal Timing presentation by Elijah Vignet-Kotze

The committee approved a motion to send a letter of support for the Vision Zero Resolution to City Council ahead of its May 19th presentation. Staff provided updates on RTD service changes and signal timing projects currently underway or planned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized a letter of support for the Vision Zero Resolution to be sent to City Council
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts including pavement resurfacing and sewer construction. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding the annexation and zoning of land near 5044 Carr St. and a conditional use permit for Avalon Arvada.

• Pavement Resurfacing Project (Project No. 26-STS-01B) with Brannan Sand and Gravel Company, LLC up to $6,794,380.65
• Water Treatment Plant Replacement engineering services amendment with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. up to $14,207,989.00
• 2026 Sanitary Sewer Open Cut Construction Services (Project No. 26-SR-01) with EDGE Contracting, Inc. up to $1,382,541.00
• Police Department technology improvements with Axon Enterprise, Inc. up to $1,180,369.75 in the first year
• Annexation and rezoning of Martinez Annexation No. 1 & 2 near 5044 Carr St.

Arts and Culture Commission

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

AEDA

City Council

The City Council meeting includes several staff-led annual updates. These sessions cover the City Attorney's Office, Municipal Court, and general staff updates.

• City Attorney's Office Annual Update
• Municipal Court Annual Update
• Staff Updates

Liquor Licensing Authority

Park Advisory Committee

The Park Advisory Committee will review a drought management plan, discuss 2026 goals, and hold elections for committee leadership. Staff will provide updates on the Kite Festival, Master Plan, and West Arvada Dog Park.

• Review of Parks Drought Management Plan
• Discussion of 2026 APAC Goals
• APAC Committee Elections
• Staff updates on Kite Festival and Master Plan
• Updates on West Arvada Dog Park

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee meets to discuss updates from committee, staff, and council liaisons, and to consider new business items including an Earth Day Proclamation, member transition, a member survey, and a reflection on the past year. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific dollar amounts or binding actions.

• Approval of March 2026 minutes
• Public comment period (3 min/speaker)
• Updates from committee, staff, and council liaisons
• Discussion of 4/21 Earth Day Proclamation
• ASAC member transition and member survey

The Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee meeting focused on staff reports and public comment rather than formal votes. Members discussed edits to the draft Climate Action Plan (CASAP), which outlines city climate goals and economic strategies, and updates on Extended Producer Responsibility applications that could fund future recycling services. Legal guidance was also reviewed for forming subcommittees without violating state open-meeting rules. No motions were passed or items tabled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation from the Arvada Police Department on the Real Time Information Center (ARTIC) and Drone First Responder Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational only.

• Presentation on APD's Real Time Information Center (ARTIC)
• Presentation on Drone First Responder Program

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions authorizing donations to the Majestic View Nature Center and amending an agreement with Jefferson County Public Library regarding the Rocky Mountain Greenway Trailhead. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss a master license agreement with Forged Fiber.

• Accepting donations for Majestic View Nature Center
• Amending intergovernmental agreement for Rocky Mountain Greenway Trailhead
• Adopting a golf course visitor code of conduct
• Authorizing additional FY 2026 appropriation (first reading)
• Executive session on Forged Fiber master license agreement

Planning Commission

The Arvada Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: a 1.793-acre annexation and rezoning for a Barber-Nichols plant expansion at 6290 W 56th Ave, and a rezoning with concept plan and major modification for a 9.47-acre QuikTrip site at 9295 Matterhorn Ln.

• Ordinance annexing a 1.793-acre parcel at 6290 W 56th Ave and rezoning from Jefferson County R-2 to IL for Barber-Nichols Plant Expansion #2
• Ordinance rezoning a 9.47-acre parcel at 9295 Matterhorn Ln from PUD to CG for QuikTrip 4234
• Major Modification for QuikTrip 4234 at 9295 Matterhorn Ln

The Planning Commission recommended an annexation and rezoning for the Barber-Nichols plant expansion. They also recommended a rezoning and a major modification for a QuikTrip project at 9295 Matterhorn Lane.

• Recommended Barber-Nichols plant expansion annexation to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended Barber-Nichols rezoning from R2 to IL to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended QuikTrip rezoning from PUD to CG to City Council (7-0)
• Recommended QuikTrip major modification to City Council (5-2)
• Approved cancellation of the April 15, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a rear yard setback variance for an Accessory Dwelling Unit. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of two board members and the election of officers.

• Public hearing for a rear yard setback variance at 8430 Clara Belle Dr. for a Casaletto ADU
• Swearing in of board members Miriam McGilvray and Eric Doner
• Election of officers

AURA

Transportation Committee

The Arvada Transportation Advisory Committee will convene for a regular meeting featuring a presentation on the Montbello Connector project by Via's Min Ji and a briefing on roundabout design. No votes or action items are listed; the agenda is informational and procedural.

• Presentation on Montbello Connector by Min Ji from Via
• Background briefing on roundabouts
• City staff updates
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The committee reviewed updates on Mountain Rail station evaluations, a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, and bus stop accessibility. Staff reported on upcoming signal re-timings, three proposed paid parking models, and planned summer paving for 75 lane miles.

• Adopted February minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Arvada City Council will hold public hearings to adopt updated 2024 international building, fire, and other codes, plus a new wildfire resiliency code. They will also vote on a drought declaration and water conservation rules, and consider first readings for a large mixed-use development (Avalon Arvada) and several rezoning and annexation items. Consent agenda items include a $3.09 million trail contract amendment and a graffiti services agreement with Adams County.

• Public hearings to adopt 2024 building codes (IBC, IRC, etc.), fire code, and new Arvada Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Resolution declaring drought and authorizing water conservation administrative rules
• First reading: conditional use permit for Avalon Arvada (384 multifamily, 51 townhomes) at 17201 W 64th Ave
• First reading: rezoning of three Candelas parcels (1-2, 1-5, 1-6) near Highway 72 and 93
• Consent item: second amendment to progressive design-build agreement for Colorado Front Range Trail Blunn-Pioneer segment, total not to exceed $3,087,216.80

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review the applications and process for metro districts. The meeting will be held in the Third Floor Conference Room and can be viewed via Zoom.

• Study Session: Metro District Applications & Process
• Meeting held in Third Floor Conference Room
• Meeting viewable via Zoom

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority will hold a regular meeting to decide on the transfer of a hotel and restaurant liquor license from Mi Tierra Caliente LLC to Tequila Jalisco Corporation at 5350 West 64th Ave. The board will also consider a show cause order for The Arvada Tavern at 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. No public hearings or study sessions are scheduled.

• Transfer of liquor license from Mi Tierra Caliente LLC to Tequila Jalisco Corporation d/b/a Tequila Jalisco Family Mexican Restaurant at 5350 West 64th Ave.
• Show cause order for The Arvada Liberation LLC d/b/a The Arvada Tavern at 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Unit A & B

Arts and Culture Commission

Festivals Commission

Human Services Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Committee

The Arvada Parks Advisory Committee will discuss its 2026 goals, including advising on updates to the Parks, Trails, and Open Space and Lake Arbor master plans. The committee will hear from guest speaker Sean Star and a representative from the Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee. Subcommittees on volunteer outreach, best practices, and golf will also provide updates.

• Guest speaker Sean Star (30 minutes)
• Discussion of 2026 APAC goals including master plan updates
• Update from Volunteer and Community Outreach Subcommittee
• Update from Best Practices Subcommittee
• Presentation from Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee representative

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee will study strategies to preserve affordable housing, including specific tools for LIHTC and NOAH properties, and will elect new leadership at the end of the meeting.

• Discussion on preserving affordable housing types (LIHTC, NOAH, income-restricted)
• Review of existing preservation tools like Special Limited Partnerships and Private Activity Bonds
• Analysis of case studies including Parkview Village West and Ouray Six-plex
• Review of the Arvada Affordable Housing Fund status with a $1.8M balance
• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair members

The committee received updates that Arvada met its Prop 123 affordable‑housing baseline of 417 units with 484 units delivered, a consultant for the Comprehensive Plan was approved by City Council on March 3, 2026, a youth engagement event was held for 60 high‑school students, and the TOC study will solicit public feedback at Summerfest on June 6. Members discussed next steps for a preservation strategy, including data collection on affordable properties, engagement with owners of projects like Allison Campus and Castlegate Apartments, and tracking right‑of‑first‑offer processes. The Affordable Housing Fund balance was reported as $1.8 M, with a pending $1 M request for the Teller Street Mod Project that requires a parking study. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee will approve the February 2026 minutes and hear brief public comments. It will receive updates from committee members, the council liaison, and the staff liaison. New business includes adopting an Earth Day proclamation and planning the final stretch of the Community Action for Sustainable Arvada Program (CASAP), with outreach and a draft support letter. If time permits, the committee will discuss possible subcommittee structures.

• Land Acknowledgement
• Approval of February 2026 minutes
• Earth Day Proclamation
• CASAP final stretch: upcoming meetings, draft support letter, outreach
• Discussion of possible subcommittees

The committee unanimously approved the February 11 meeting minutes by voice vote. Members discussed branding, weatherization updates, and the upcoming youth climate summit. Staff were tasked with checking missing Sustain Arvada swag, exploring an ASAC banner, and investigating details of a citywide compost program. An internal meeting will be held next week to refine compost options and related communications.

• Approved February 11 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Steven will check for missing Sustain Arvada SWAG
• Steven will check with Communications about an ASAC banner
• Staff will investigate compost program details and consider a resident survey (internal meeting next week)
• EPR recycling reimbursement setup will continue with regular staff check‑ins
• Krystle volunteered to help draft community highlights for the CASAP update
• Dar‑Lon will share the Green Careers workshop link with Emma, Mark, and Steven
• Discussed possible collaboration with Republic on a citywide compost enrollment model

AEDA

City Council

This meeting consists of workshops where the City Council will discuss research findings on a potential ballot measure, a solid waste hauling and recycling program, and receive staff updates. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily discussion-oriented.

• Potential Ballot Measure Research Findings workshop
• Solid Waste Hauling/Recycling Program workshop
• Staff Updates

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider an application to transfer the hotel and restaurant liquor license from Mi Tierra Caliente LLC to Tequila Jalisco Corporation for the Tequila Jalisco Family Mexican Restaurant at 5350 West 64th Avenue. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Transfer of liquor license from Mi Tierra Caliente LLC to Tequila Jalisco Corporation for Tequila Jalisco Family Mexican Restaurant at 5350 West 64th Avenue

Planning Commission

AURA

City Council

The City Council will consider first readings of three ordinances updating building, fire, and wildfire resiliency codes, with public hearings set for March 24. The consent agenda includes a $2.5M engineering contract for the replacement treatment plant, a $4.7M water main replacement contract, and two annexation petitions for parcels on Carr Street. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances repealing and reenacting park, alcohol, municipal court, and lien code sections.

• R26-015: $2,544,200 engineering contract with HDR Engineering for Raw and Finished Infrastructure Project related to Replacement Treatment Plant Program
• R26-016: $4,767,757 contract with Diamond Contracting Corp. for 2025 Water Main Replacement Project (25-WA-01)
• CB26-005: First reading of ordinance adopting 2024 International Building, Residential, Energy, and other codes (public hearing March 24)
• CB26-007: First reading of ordinance establishing a new Arvada Wildfire Resiliency Code (public hearing March 24)
• R26-019: $700,000 first-year contract with Metta Urban Design LLC for Comprehensive Plan management and development

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will review a recommendation letter for City Council and discuss the Via Mobility On-Demand transit plan. The meeting will also include updates from City Staff and RTD points of contact.

• Review recommendation letter for council
• Discuss Via Mobility On-Demand transit plan
• City Staff Updates
• RTD Points of Contact

The Transportation Committee adopted the January 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee also approved, by unanimous vote, a recommendation letter to City Council urging an extension of the 72 bus route to better serve west Arvada. No other decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting was staff updates and discussion items.

• Adopted Jan 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation letter to City Council to extend 72 bus route (unanimous)

City Council

Liquor Licensing Authority

Arts and Culture Commission

Planning Commission

Festivals Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Land Development Code regarding short-term rentals and will set hearings for repealing sections of the Parks and Recreation and Alcoholic Beverages codes. The meeting begins with an executive session on boundary changes for JCMD No. 1 and 2.

• Public hearing on CB26-001: Short-term rental ordinance (Ordinance No. 4917)
• Public hearing to be set for CB26-002: Repealing and reenacting Chapter 66, Parks and Recreation
• Public hearing to be set for CB26-003: Repealing alcohol and municipal court code sections
• Public hearing to be set for CB26-004: Municipal lien administrative cost adjustments
• Executive session regarding Request for Boundary Change of JCMD No. 1 and 2

Police Pension Board

General

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Sustainability Advisory Committee will review updates from members, the council liaison, and staff liaison topics such as the CASAP program, the Scraps pilot, and waste diversion. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. New business focuses on debriefing the February 10 CASAP workshop and planning for upcoming council business meetings. No formal decisions are noted beyond routine approval of minutes.

• Approval of January 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Updates from committee members, including November event
• CASAP update and debrief of Feb 10 workshop
• Planning for upcoming council business meetings

The Sustainability Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the January meeting, with a motion by Kia Ruiz and second by Dar‑Lon Chang, passing unanimously by voice vote. The approval is pending a staff edit to name Chair Alex Pray as the responsible party for finalizing the ASAC LOS. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments, updates, and discussion of projects, but no additional formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote), pending edit to name Alex Pray

Park Advisory Committee

The Arvada Parks Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on PUD project priority setting. The committee will also discuss its goals for 2026, including master plan updates and park site visits.

• PUD Project Priority Setting presentation by Darin DeLay
• Review of 2026 APAC Goals
• Updates to 2026 Arvada Parks, Trails, and Open Space and Lake Arbor master plans
• Plan to visit 4 parks in 2026 for member feedback
• Arvada Winterfest volunteer signup

City Council

The Arvada City Council will consider a motion to waive attorney-client privilege for specific communications between the City Attorney and council members from January 26 to February 2, 2026, that are relevant to a pending ethics investigation. This special meeting's only substantive item is this motion to allow disclosure of privileged communications. The meeting includes procedural roll call and adjournment.

• Motion to waive attorney-client privilege for communications dated January 26 through February 2, 2026, related to a pending ethics investigation

AEDA

City Council

The City Council will conduct workshops regarding the Climate and Sustainability Action Plan and Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR). The meeting includes an executive session to discuss legal advice concerning an ethics investigation.

• Climate and Sustainability Action Plan Workshop
• Educational session on Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR)
• Executive session regarding motion to waive attorney-client privilege for ethics investigation
• Executive session regarding request for defense counsel for ethics investigation

Liquor Licensing Authority

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review the 'DRCOG Arvada Livable Centers' study, which evaluates housing needs and land use patterns in seven transit-oriented areas of the city. The group will discuss the project's goals, vision, and current progress.

• Review of 'DRCOG Arvada Livable Centers' project vision and goals
• Discussion of housing needs in seven transit-oriented areas
• Review of study area conditions at Olde Town Arvada Station
• Review of study area conditions at Gold Strike Station
• Review of study area conditions at Sheridan Blvd & W 64th Ave

The committee heard presentations from DRCOG, Lionheart, and Root Policy about the Transit‑Oriented Communities Study and discussed its phases, goals, and next steps. Members asked questions on income thresholds, walkability, displacement risk, and future coordination. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider multiple resolutions and rezoning actions for Candelas Parcels 1‑2, 1‑5, and 1‑6 located at the northeast intersection of Highway 72 and Highway 93. The items include changing land‑use designations from commercial to various residential districts and amending the 2014 Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also consider an ordinance to repeal and reenact sections of the Land Development Code related to short‑term rentals.

• Resolutions and rezoning for Candelas Parcel 1‑2: amendment to high‑density residential, rezoning to R‑24 and to CG (general commercial)
• Resolutions and rezoning for Candelas Parcel 1‑5: amendment to medium‑density residential, rezoning to R‑13
• Resolutions and rezoning for Candelas Parcel 1‑6: amendment to suburban residential, rezoning to R‑6
• Ordinance to repeal and reenact sections of the Land Development Code concerning short‑term rentals

The commission adopted a resolution to amend the 2014 Comprehensive Plan, changing Candelas Parcel 1‑2 from Neighborhood/Community Commercial to High‑Density Residential, and recommended that the City Council approve rezoning of parcels 1‑2, 1‑5 and 1‑6 to the districts outlined in the staff report. All related motions were carried, with vote totals ranging from 5‑1 to 6‑0. The commission also scheduled the second reading of the short‑term‑rental ordinance for February 17, 2026.

• Approved amendment to Comprehensive Plan for Parcel 1‑2 to High‑Density Residential (5‑1)
• Recommended rezoning Parcel 1‑2 to R‑24 (High‑Density Residential) to City Council (6‑0)
• Recommended rezoning Parcel 1‑2 to CG (General Commercial) to City Council (6‑0)
• Recommended amendment to Comprehensive Plan for Parcel 1‑5 to Medium‑Density Residential (6‑0)
• Recommended rezoning Parcel 1‑5 to R‑13 (Medium‑Density Residential) to City Council (6‑0)
• Approved amendment to Comprehensive Plan for Parcel 1‑6 to Suburban Residential (5‑1)
• Recommended rezoning Parcel 1‑6 to R6 (Residential‑6) to City Council (6‑0)
• Set second reading of short‑term‑rental ordinance for February 17, 2026

AURA

City Council

The Arvada City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the Arvada Housing Authority to approve a partial subordination of a loan secured by a Deed of Trust for the Legacy Senior Residences development.

• Resolution to approve partial loan subordination for Legacy Senior Residences
• Approval of October 7, 2025 Annual Meeting minutes

City Council

The Council will hold first reading of an ordinance to revise short-term rental rules in the Land Development Code, with a public hearing scheduled for February 17. They will also vote on two consent agenda contracts: a $1.36M sewer design agreement with Stantec and an $836K road improvement contract with Essential Contractors. A resolution to repeal current council rules and adopt new bylaws, and a motion to authorize an outside investigator for an ethics matter, are also on the agenda.

• First reading of CB26-001: ordinance amending short-term rental rules (public hearing set for Feb 17)
• R26-007: $1,355,625.20 contract with Stantec for sanitary sewer design at W 68th and Sheridan to W 61st Pl and Tennyson
• R26-008: $836,146.80 contract with Essential Contractors for W 60th Ave roadway improvements from Sheridan Blvd to Wolff St
• R26-009: resolution to repeal current Council rules and adopt new Council bylaws
• Motion to authorize outside investigator/counsel for ethics investigation under Arvada Code of Ethics

Transportation Committee

The Arvada Transportation Advisory Committee will hear updates on the ADA Transition Plan, the 72nd Avenue underpass project, and RTD Route 72 recommendations. Staff will present the underpass status, and the committee will consider any next steps. The meeting includes routine items such as adopting minutes and public comment.

• ADA Transition Plan presentation by Ann Foster (5:45‑6:30)
• 72nd Ave Underpass Update presented by Chris Lisberg and Britton Thomas (6:40‑7:00)
• RTD Route 72 Recommendations presented by Jon Girand (7:00‑7:10)

The committee reviewed the ADA Transition Plan and suggested forming a committee of disabled residents to provide feedback. Staff presented a recommendation to cancel the 72nd Avenue underpass project and consider alternatives. A motion to write a letter to City Council about changing the #72 RTD route was introduced and then withdrawn. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Arvada City Council is meeting for workshops only, with no voting items. They will receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan Project and discuss Building & Fire Code Adoption. Staff updates are also scheduled.

• Update on the Comprehensive Plan Project
• Building & Fire Code Adoption workshop
• Staff updates
• Executive session may precede the workshops

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority will consider an application from Dillon Companies LLC (King Soopers #36) to change, alter, or modify its fermented malt beverage and wine liquor license. No other business, public hearings, or study sessions are scheduled.

• Application to modify the liquor license for King Soopers #36 at 8031 Wadsworth Blvd.

Festivals Commission

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a 20.1 acre parcel. The body will also consider a resolution to adopt the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as the city's Three Mile Plan.

• Public hearing for Avalon Arvada (17201 W 64th Ave) to allow 384 multifamily and 51 townhome units
• Resolution CP2025-0005 to adopt the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as the Three Mile Plan
• Executive session regarding conditional use criteria for Avalon Arvada
• Election of officers
• Swearing in of member Miriam McGilvray

The commission excused absent member Andrew Gay by a 6‑0 vote. It approved the November 5, 2025 minutes as printed. Tim Knapp was elected Chair, Brandon Figliolino Vice Chair, and Tom Aljinovich Secretary. The commission approved resolution CP2025-0005 adopting the 2014 Comprehensive Plan as the Three‑Mile Plan and recommended it to City Council, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Excused Andrew Gay from the meeting (6‑0)
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes as printed
• Elected Tim Knapp as Chair
• Elected Brandon Figliolino as Vice Chair
• Elected Tom Aljinovich as Secretary
• Approved resolution CP2025-0005 adopting the 2014 Comprehensive Plan as the Three‑Mile Plan, recommended to City Council (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution (R26-006) that amends the intergovernmental agreement among Jefferson County and six cities, including Arvada, for animal shelter operations, dog licensing, and related funding. The item is on the consent agenda and will be voted on without separate discussion. No other resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• R26-006: Resolution amending intergovernmental agreement for animal shelter, dog licensing, and funding
• Consent agenda items (routine approvals)
• Workshop: W. 72nd Ave Bond Project update

Arts and Culture Commission

Park Advisory Committee

The Arvada Parks Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing on the Arvada Golf and Restaurants Code of Conduct, vote on interim Vice Chair and Secretary positions, and discuss 2026 goals and sub-committee updates. The committee also plans for a February guest speaker on city works and capital projects.

• Public hearing for Arvada Golf and Restaurants Code of Conduct
• Vote to fill interim Vice Chair and Secretary positions
• Discussion of 2026 APAC goals including role in master plan RFP and coordination with Sustainability Committee
• Sub-committee updates on volunteer outreach, park systems best practices, and golf
• City Attorney Office updates

Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee (ASAC) will meet to approve December 2025 minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from committee, council, and staff liaisons. New business includes a presentation on the Arvada building code update with guest speakers, discussion and approval of a letter of support for CASAP (likely the Climate Action Sustainability Action Plan), and strategizing community mobilization in support of CASAP.

• Arvada building code update with guest speakers
• Discussion and approval of ASAC Letter of Support for CASAP
• Strategize community mobilization in support of CASAP
• Public comment (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of December 2025 meeting minutes

The Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee approved the December meeting minutes unanimously by voice vote. A motion to move the guest‑speaker presentations earlier in the agenda also passed by voice vote. The meeting featured presentations on the 2024 building and fire code updates and a review of public‑comment results for the Comprehensive Action Sustainability Plan (CASAP). No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved December minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved motion to move guest speakers up on agenda (voice vote)
• Decided to adopt the 2024 building code updates, including the Local Energy Conservation Code (LECC)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review short-term rental regulations. The meeting will be held in the Third Floor Conference Room and streamed via Zoom.

• Study Session: Short Term Rentals
• Meeting location: Third Floor Conference Room
• Meeting format: Zoom available

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops on a proposed rewrite of Chapter 66 (Parks and Recreation) of the city code and a Stormwater 101 presentation. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting consists only of discussion and staff updates.

• Workshop: proposed re-write of Chapter 66, Parks and Recreation, of the Arvada City Code
• Workshop: Stormwater 101 presentation
• Staff updates from city departments

AEDA

Liquor Licensing Authority

The Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority will meet to consider an application to transfer the ownership of Rossi's Liquors to NC Liquor Investment. No other business, public hearings, or study sessions are scheduled.

• Consider application to transfer ownership of Rossi's Liquors license
• Review report from City Attorney's Office
• Review report from Police Department

Planning Commission

AURA

City Council

The Arvada City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including designating a public posting place for notices, an easement for the Hillcrest Lofts development, a lease for the Allen House historic property, a synthetic turf replacement contract up to $1,080,000, and a $950,000 blanket purchase order for vehicle fuel. No new resolutions or ordinances are on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine reports and an executive‑session discussion on cost projections for the W. 72nd Ave. bond project.

• R26-001 – Designate a public place for posting City Council meeting notices for 2026
• R26-002 – Easement encroachment agreement with TH Hillcrest LLC for Hillcrest Lofts development
• R26-003 – Lease agreement with Arvada Historical Society for the Allen House at 11200 Ralston Road
• R26-004 – Contract with Rocky Mountain Turf Solutions for synthetic turf replacement, up to $1,080,000
• R26-005 – Blanket purchase order of $950,000 to Senergy Petroleum for city vehicle fuel