Boulder, Colorado
Recent meetings
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan. Members will also review poll results for potential 2026 ballot items and a long-term financial strategy.
- Public hearing on the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan major update
- Ordinance 8754 to set a local tip offset amount for food and beverage industry workers
- Conveyance of affordable homes at 3315 Talisman Ct. #C, 3365 Chisholm Trl. #B302, 775 Bedivere Cir., and 1585 Sagrimore Cir.
- Transfer of 1055 Alpine Ave. to the Housing Authority of the City of Boulder for the Alpine-Balsam Project
- Agreement with the City and County of Denver to distribute 2023 Urban Area Security Initiative grant funds to the Boulder Police Department
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed annexation of approximately 43 acres in the Spring Valley Estates subdivision, with a vote on a resolution to call an election. The council also considers second readings of ordinances creating a new permitting process for special festival events and establishing festival liquor licenses. Other items include a concept plan review for redeveloping the Unity Church property at 2855 Folsom Street into 21 detached homes and a landmark alteration certificate to demolish an accessory building at 1039 Mapleton Avenue.
- Annexation of 43.194 acres in Spring Valley Estates (Linden Drive, Cholla Court, Spring Valley Road, Cactus Court) with initial zoning of Residential Estate (RE), including an election directive and water service agreement with Spring Valley Mutual Water Association
- Second reading of Ordinance 8751 to create a special festival event permitting process, use standards, mobile food vehicle rules, and sign code amendments
- Second reading of Ordinance 8752 to establish festival liquor licenses and related application fees
- Concept plan review for redeveloping 2855 Folsom Street (Unity Church) into 21 detached dwelling units (case LUR2026-00015)
- Consideration of a landmark alteration certificate to demolish an existing accessory building at 1039 Mapleton Avenue in the Mapleton Hill Historic District (HIS2026-00043)
City Council Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session focused on a 2026 legislative update. The session includes 15 minutes of staff time and 75 minutes of council discussion.
- 2026 Legislative Update
City Council Special Meeting
The Boulder City Council will consider adopting a major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan and vote on new ordinances regulating special festival events, including liquor permits and signage.
- Public hearing on major update to Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan
- Ordinance 8751: New permitting process for special festival events
- Ordinance 8752: New Festival Liquor Licenses and application fees
- Ordinance 8739: Additional protections for municipal watershed and water supply
- Approval of April 23, 2026 study session summary regarding Power Reliability
City Council Study Session
At this study session, the City Council will review a staff analysis and recommendations regarding the formation of a Downtown Development Authority (DDA). No formal votes or decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and guidance. The item is allocated 90 minutes total.
- Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Formation Analysis and Recommendations
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 8749 to authorize property acquisition for the Arapahoe Avenue Safety Improvements Project, including the use of eminent domain if necessary. The council will also discuss desired actions for continued use of airport land. Other items are procedural.
- Second reading and consideration of Ordinance 8749 for Arapahoe Avenue Safety Improvements Project, authorizing acquisition by negotiation or eminent domain
- Discussion of council action desired for continued use of airport land
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a third reading and vote on Ordinance 8745, which fixes errors and amends land use code standards for height, use, and form. They will also hold a public hearing for second reading of Ordinance 8750, adjusting the 2026 base budget. A site review is scheduled for a 63-unit residential redevelopment at 777 Broadway, and the Landmarks Board declined to designate 990 Arapahoe Ave. as an individual landmark.
- Third reading and adoption of Ordinance 8745 amending land use, parking, and structure codes
- Site review for 777 Broadway redevelopment: demolition of existing building for 63 units (81,647 sq ft)
- Landmarks Board motion not to designate 990 Arapahoe Ave. as a historic landmark
- Second reading of Ordinance 8750 adjusting 2026 base budget appropriations
- Declarations for Tourette Syndrome, Jewish American Heritage, and Archaeology & Historic Preservation months
City Council Study Session
The Boulder City Council will hold a study session to discuss the city's financial forecast and potential ballot measures. No formal votes or decisions are expected; these items are for information and discussion only.
- Financial forecast presentation and discussion
- Discussion of potential ballot measures for upcoming elections
City Council Regular Meeting
The Boulder City Council will consider adopting ordinances to designate a historic property, amend land use codes, and approve a property annexation. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and a landmark alteration certificate.
- Adoption of Ordinance 8741 designating 745 University Ave. as an individual landmark
- Adoption of Ordinance 8745 amending Title 7, 9, and 10 of the Boulder Revised Code
- Adoption of Resolution 1380 regarding annexation of approximately 43.194 acres in Spring Valley Estates
- Approval of Ordinance 8749 authorizing acquisition of property for Arapahoe Avenue Safety Improvements
- Approval of Ordinance 8750 adjusting the Base Budget for the 2026 fiscal year
City Council Study Session
The Boulder City Council will hold a study session to discuss two primary topics. The meeting includes dedicated time for staff presentations and council discussion on the airport and power reliability and resilience.
- Airport discussion
- Power Reliability and Resilience discussion
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a 20-year water storage agreement with Nederland, a 43-acre annexation petition for Spring Valley Estates, and code amendments. A public hearing will consider adopting a new Metropolitan District chapter and a model service plan. The council will also receive a legislative update.
- Annexation of 43.194 acres in Spring Valley Estates (LUR2023-00001) set for hearing
- Adoption of Ordinance 8748 creating Chapter 8-12 'Metropolitan Districts' and a model service plan
- 20-year water storage agreement amendment with the Town of Nederland
- 20-year right-of-way lease for building encroachment at 1803 Mapleton Ave.
- Conveyance of 0.42 acres of open space along CO State Highway 7 to CDOT
City Council Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss two items: the Boulder Arts Blueprint Report and Recommendations, and a Facilities Investment Strategy. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and staff guidance.
- Discussion of Boulder Arts Blueprint Report and Recommendations (60 min total)
- Discussion of Facilities Investment Strategy (120 min total)