Brighton public meetings in 2023
50 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses software contracts, land use, and business licensing
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding landscaping, business licenses, and water dedication fees. The agenda also includes a contract proposal for Tyler Technologies, Inc. and discussions on parking options near Brighton High School.
- Contract proposal for Tyler Technologies, Inc. for $1,299,626.00
- Ordinance to amend the Land Use & Development Code regarding landscaping
- Ordinance granting a perpetual easement to United Power, Inc.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 5 of the Municipal Code relating to business licensing
- Discussion on Brighton High School neighborhood parking options
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-393-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-406-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 12, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council to discuss facial recognition and financial system replacement
The Brighton City Council will hold a study session on December 12, 2023. The session includes presentations from the Brighton Youth Commission and discussions regarding facial recognition software and the replacement of the city's financial system (ERP).
- Brighton Youth Commission NLC Presentation
- Facial Recognition Software discussion
- Financial System (ERP) Replacement discussion
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Study Session Room
Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers construction contracts and municipal code amendments
The City Council will review several high-value construction and assessment proposals. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding business licensing, water dedication fees, and property easements.
- $358,835 for North 10th Avenue and Midland Street storm improvements
- $378,595 for Baseline Road weir replacement
- $464,200 for EPA Brownfields assessment
- Easement grant to United Power, Inc. over Bridge Street property
- Amendment to Chapter 5 of the Brighton Municipal Code regarding business licenses
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
CONSENT AGENDA — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-372-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 abstain
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green abstain · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-393-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-402-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-388-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-389-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-390-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-391-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-398-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-23-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Nov 28, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council reviews community survey and infrastructure projects
The Brighton City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include 2023 Community Survey results and US EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant workplans. The session also covers storm improvements, weir replacement, and water dedication updates.
- 2023 Community Survey Results
- US EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant assessment workplan
- Bridge Street Widening grant of easement to United Power
- 10th Avenue and Midland Street storm improvements construction services
- Baseline Road Weir Replacement construction services
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Study Session Room
Tue Nov 21, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council considers budget amendment, zoning changes, and parking options
The City Council will consider a $2,141,200 budget amendment for various city expenditures. They will also review an ordinance to amend the Bromley Farms zoning map and discuss parking options near Brighton High School.
- $2,141,200 budget amendment for water usage, grants, tornado siren assessment, de-icer, healthcare claims, and power supplies
- Bromley Farms zoning map amendment from PUD to R-1A, R-1B, R-3, and O designations
- Brighton High School neighborhood parking options
- 2024 City of Brighton holiday schedule resolution
- Amendment to Brighton Municipal Code regarding Brighton Housing Authority composition
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-352-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski nay · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 9, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Certification of ballot content for Ward 4 special election
The City Council will meet for a special session to certify the ballot content for the Ward 4 Council Member run-off municipal election scheduled for December 5, 2023. The council will also designate drop-off locations for this election.
- Resolution ID-368-23 certifying ballot content for the Ward 4 special mail ballot run-off election
- Designation of ballot drop-off locations for the December 5, 2023 election
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
RESOLUTIONS — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers employee benefits and infrastructure service contracts
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including 2024 employee benefits and multiple service contract amendments. The council is also considering an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding landscaping clearance over roadways.
- Approval of 2024 employee benefits
- $300,000 annual contract amendment for Cogent, Inc. d/b/a Water Technology Group
- $250,000 annual contract amendment for Browns Hill Engineering & Controls, LLC
- $300,000 annual contract amendment for Velocity Plant Services, LLC
- Multiple $500,000 annual contract amendments for pipeline construction services
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT AGENDA — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Oct 24, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Review of housing needs assessment and high school parking options
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include reviewing the final Housing Needs and Incentive Strategies Assessment report and exploring parking options near Brighton High School. The council will also discuss tree height code changes for emergency vehicles and utility agreement renewals.
- Housing Needs and Incentive Strategies Assessment Final Report
- Municipal code change for tree height clearance for emergency vehicles
- Brighton High School neighborhood parking options
- Utilities Master Price Agreement Renewals
- 2024 Employee Benefits Review
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Study Session Room
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers $265 million budget for fiscal year 2024
The City Council will consider adopting the $265,434,894 budget for fiscal year 2024. This includes a property tax levy of 6.650 mills and new city fees effective January 1, 2024. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for the Bromley Farms area.
- $2,371,313 contract for Sable Boulevard improvements design
- $524,000 contract for Brighton Gym expansion design
- Zoning amendment for 142.72 acres at Bromley Farms
- Adoption of the $265,434,894 fiscal year 2024 budget
- Special run-off election for Ward 4 on December 5, 2023
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-347-23 — Continue
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst nay · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-352-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski nay · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 7:00 PM
South Brighton General Improvement District
South Brighton General Improvement District discusses 2024 budget and tax levy
The district will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2024 budget. Members will also consider resolutions for the 2024 mill levy and the designation of the City of Brighton website as the official notice location.
- Public hearing for the 2024 GID Budget Resolution
- Resolution to levy general property taxes for the 2024 budget year
- Resolution designating the City of Brighton website as the public place for notices and agendas
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-335-23 — Approve
4 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Chairman Mills yea · Member Blackhurst nay · Member Green nay · Member Johnston nay · Member Padilla yea · Member Pawlowski yea · Member Pollack absent · Member Taddeo yea
ID-319-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Chairman Mills yea · Member Blackhurst yea · Member Green yea · Member Johnston nay · Member Padilla yea · Member Pawlowski yea · Member Pollack absent · Member Taddeo yea
ID-320-23 — Approve
4 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Chairman Mills yea · Member Blackhurst nay · Member Green nay · Member Johnston nay · Member Padilla yea · Member Pawlowski yea · Member Pollack absent · Member Taddeo yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 16, 2023 · 2:00 PM
South Brighton General Improvement District
Procedural meeting for South Brighton General Improvement District
The agenda contains only procedural items and placeholder text. No substantive projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed.
- Approval of regular agenda
- Consent agenda review
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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 10, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council Study Session on October 10, 2023
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal projects and updates. Topics include water dedication requests, recreation center design services, and street infrastructure updates.
- Fee-in-Lieu of Water Dedication for The Retreat at Brighton Ridge
- Recreation Center Gym Expansion Design Services
- Sustainability Advisory Board presentation
- Design Services for Sable Boulevard
- Bridge Street Widening Median and Access Update
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Study Session Room
Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers utility easement and lodging tax committee amendments
The Brighton City Council will review an ordinance to grant a perpetual easement to Public Service Company of Colorado. The council is also considering amendments to the municipal code regarding the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and the Colorado Enterprise Fund Agreement for small business loans. Additionally, several resolutions for leasing city-owned properties are on the agenda.
- Ordinance granting a perpetual easement to Public Service Company of Colorado
- Amendment to the municipal code regarding the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
- Amendment to the Colorado Enterprise Fund Agreement for small business and micro loan funds
- Lease agreements for city-owned properties at 269 Bridge Street, 22 South 4th Avenue, and 36 South Main Street
- Indigenous Peoples' Day Proclamation
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
CONSENT AGENDA — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-299-23 — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-276-23 — Approve as Amended
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-288-23 — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-313-23 — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Sep 26, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council study session includes energy, water, and economic development updates
The City Council will hold a study session to review several departmental updates. Topics include an easement expansion for Xcel Energy at Homestead Open Space and updates regarding water meter routes.
- Easement expansion for Xcel Energy on the Homestead Open Space
- Water meter route updates
- Tenant lease proposal
- Prairie Center financial summary and update
- Economic Development department update
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Study Session Room
Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton Council considers Mile High Logistics Center development
The City Council will review the Mile High Logistics Center planned development and a budget amendment for staff and equipment. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for pump station rehabilitation and audit services. Additionally, the council will hear on subdivision and service plans.
- Mile High Logistics Center planned development (103.3 acres)
- $1,986,195.00 contract for Ken Mitchell to Beebe Pump Station rehabilitation
- $206,065.00 engineering services contract for pump station rehabilitation
- $61,000.00 audit services agreement with RubinBrown LLP
- $226,000 budget amendment for HR and cemetery equipment
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-270-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green abstain · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 6:30 PM
City Council
City Council study session covers housing needs and police co-responder program
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal items. Topics include the implementation of a police co-responder program and an assessment of local housing needs.
- Independent Financial Auditor Recommendation (RubinBrown)
- Xcel Energy easement expansion on Homestead Open Space
- Police - Mental Health Clinician Co-Responder Program implementation
- Ken Mitchell-Beebe Pump Station Rehab construction and engineering services
- Brighton Housing Needs and Incentive Strategies Assessment
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Study Session Room
Tue Sep 12, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers lodging tax committee and attorney compensation
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the municipal code regarding the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. The council will also review a resolution setting compensation for the City Attorney. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the City Manager's evaluation.
- Ordinance amending the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (ID-276-23A)
- Resolution regarding City Attorney compensation (ID-266-23A)
- Executive session for City Manager evaluation
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-276-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-266-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Sep 5, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council considers Mile High Logistics Center and bicycle plan
The City Council will review a public hearing regarding the Mile High Logistics Center planned development. The agenda also includes a resolution for the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Multimodal Plan.
- Public hearing for Mile High Logistics Center Planned Development (approx. 103.3 acres north of Bromley Lane)
- Resolution approving the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Multimodal Plan
- Resolution certifying ballot content for the November 7, 2023, coordinated mail ballot election
- Recognition of Barr Lake Youth Volunteer
- Richard Lambert Foundation 10th Anniversary Proclamation
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-270-23 — Approve
4 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green absent · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 22, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council discusses the 2024 recommended budget
The City Council will hold a study session regarding the 2024 Council Budget Check-in. The discussion focuses on the 2024 Recommended Budget.
- 2024 Recommended Budget check-in
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Study Session Room
Tue Aug 15, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers sales tax increase for public safety
The council will consider a resolution to refer a ballot issue to voters to increase the sales and use tax by 0.15% for public safety. The agenda also includes development agreements for Brighton Crossing and South Main redevelopment. Additionally, the council will review contract amendments for trail and road projects.
- Proposal to increase sales and use tax by 0.15% for public safety
- Speer Canal Trail Project contract with Lucero Concrete Contractors ($628,440.00)
- Bridge Street Widening Design change order for JR Engineering, LLC ($635,445.00)
- Development agreement for Brighton Crossing Filing No. 6 subdivision
- South Main Redevelopment Planned Development ordinance
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-263-23 — Amend
5 yea · 3 nay
Mayor Mills nay · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst nay · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski nay · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-258-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council study session includes master plan and infrastructure discussions
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several city planning and department items. Topics include multi-modal transportation plans, trail projects, and design service amendments.
- Bicycle, Pedestrian, Multi-Modal Master Plan
- Speer Canal Trail
- Contract Amendment #4 for Bridge Street Widening Design Services
- Human Resources Department Update
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Study Session Room
Tue Aug 1, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Public hearing for South Main Redevelopment Planned Development
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the South Main Redevelopment at the corner of South Main Street and West Bromley Lane. The agenda also includes a $4,099,595.00 contract with Brown & Caldwell, Inc. and tax incentives for Olive Garden Holdings, LLC.
- Public hearing for South Main Redevelopment (approx. 4.15 acres)
- 50% sales and use tax rebate for Olive Garden Holdings, LLC
- $4,099,595.00 contract with Brown & Caldwell, Inc.
- Annexation of approximately 0.17 acres at S 19th Ave and E 144th Ave
- Assignment of private activity bond allocation to Aurora Housing Authority
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-245-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-251-23 — Approve
4 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst nay · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 25, 2023 · 6:15 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council Study Session scheduled for July 25, 2023
The City Council will hold a study session to review several departmental presentations. Topics include E-470 authority, private activity bond assignments, and the Brighton Housing Authority.
- E-470 Authority Presentation
- Private Activity Bond Assignment
- Brighton Housing Authority Discussion
- Water Treatment Plant: Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) Contract
- Department Update - Communications & Engagement
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Study Session Room
Tue Jul 25, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers Cisco Systems Capital Corporation contract
The City Council will meet for a special session to consider a resolution regarding a proposal from Cisco Systems Capital Corporation. The council is reviewing a contract totaling $1,982,067.31.
- Resolution to accept Cisco Systems Capital Corporation proposal for $1,982,067.31
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-244-23 — Approve
8 yea
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Jul 18, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council to consider new fees and charges effective August 1, 2023
The City Council will review resolutions regarding updated city fees and participation in the November 2023 coordinated election. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Adams County Head Start Program memorandum of understanding and naming a new municipal service center.
- Resolution setting certain fees and charges effective August 1, 2023
- Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding for the Adams County Head Start Program
- Approval of participation in the November 7, 2023, coordinated election
- Naming the new Municipal Service Center after Michael Woodruff
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-230-23 — Approve
5 yea · 3 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers additional $35,000 in lodging tax grants for 2023
The City Council will meet for a special session to consider a resolution regarding the Lodging Tax Fund. The item involves approving additional grant amounts and designating specific recipients for the 2023 calendar year.
- Resolution ID-219-23A: $35,000 in additional lodging tax grants and allocations for 2023
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Amend
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-219-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 6:15 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council to discuss public safety tax and fee resolution amendments
The City Council study session includes discussions on proposed amendments to the city's fee resolution and the public safety tax. The agenda also features updates on the Adams County Detention Center and the Parks & Recreation department, as well as a memorandum of understanding for the Adams County Head Start playground.
- Proposed amendments to the City’s Adopted Fee Resolution
- Public Safety Tax discussion
- Adams County Head Start playground MOU
- Adams County Detention Center update
- Parks & Recreation department update
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Study Session Room
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers road improvements and municipal code amendments
The City Council will review a $3.8 million contract for transportation preservation, a right-of-way vacation in Ridgeline Vista, and several municipal code updates. The meeting also includes appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and Planning Commission.
- Contract award of $3,881,117.26 to A-1 Chipseal Company for transportation preservation
- Right-of-way vacation for 0.224 acres north of Sugarloaf Street in Ridgeline Vista
- Resolution to waive formal solicitation for fleet vehicles and equipment through 2023
- Appointment of Amber Robbins to the Historic Preservation Commission
- Appointment of Jim Snyder to the Planning Commission
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-216-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla absent · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 13, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council reviews 2022 annual audit results during study session
The City Council will hold a study session to review the 2022 annual audit results and hear a presentation from the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. The council will also consider procurement for a transportation preservation project and a waiver for fleet vehicle equipment.
- Review of 2022 Annual Audit Results
- Procurement of Transportation Preservation and Improvement Project 23-008125
- Procurement Waiver of Solicitation for Fleet Vehicles and Equipment
- Appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission
- Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment presentation
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Study Session Room
Tue Jun 6, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton Council considers $46.8 million budget amendment for city services
The City Council will review several subdivision plans and budget amendments. This includes a $46.8 million appropriation for school resource officers, parks positions, and other funds. The council will also consider ordinances regarding municipal code updates and right-of-way vacations.
- $19,499,752.04 contract for Bridge Street widening with Brannan Sand and Gravel, LLC
- $46,856,273 budget amendment for school resource officers and city funds
- Brighton Crossing First Amendment Subdivision Plan (approx. 21.76 acres)
- DHI Telluride Subdivision Plan and reimbursement agreement
- Right-of-way vacation in the Ridgeline Vista development
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-203-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills absent · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-205-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills absent · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue May 23, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council reviews community surveys and public safety tax results
The City Council will hold a study session to review drafts for the NCS community survey, including timelines and Spanish-language materials. The session also includes reviewing public safety tax survey results and a presentation from the Brighton Cultural Arts Commission.
- NCS Community Survey drafts (timeline, instrument, and Spanish postcard)
- Public Safety Tax Survey Results
- Brighton Cultural Arts Commission presentation regarding 2022 Sculpture Services Report
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Study Session Room
Tue May 16, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton Council considers $46,856,273 budget amendment for city services
The City Council will consider a $46,856,273 budget amendment covering school resource officers, parks positions, and wastewater costs. The meeting also includes final readings on updates to the National Electrical Code and municipal animal and traffic ordinances.
- $46,856,273 budget amendment for school resource officers and parks positions
- Adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code
- Ordinance regarding wastewater fees
- Loan agreement to finance sewage treatment with Metro Water Recovery
- Amendments to municipal code for animals and vehicle/traffic regulations
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-145-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-146-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-170-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-186-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue May 9, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council reviews final draft of 2023 Strategic Plan
The City Council will hold a study session to review the final draft of the 2023 Strategic Plan. The session includes discussions on North and South Outfall IGA amendments and a proposed policy for ceremonies at meetings. Additionally, the council will receive an IT department update.
- Final draft presentation of the 2023 Strategic Plan
- North Outfall- Baseline Alignment IGA Amendment No. 20-08.24
- South Outfall IGA No. 23-04.24
- Discussion regarding a policy for ceremonies at City Council meetings
- IT Department update
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Study Session Room
Tue May 2, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers utility contracts, code amendments, and wastewater fees
The City Council will review several master price agreements for utilities engineering and maintenance services. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding animal codes, traffic, and accessory dwelling standards, as well as discussions on wastewater fees.
- Six utility engineering master price agreements up to $2,000,000 each
- Two instrumentation and controls maintenance agreements for $100,000 each
- Contract amendment for Communication Construction & Engineering Inc. for $246,804.60
- Ordinance adopting accessory dwelling standards for agricultural, commercial, and industrial uses
- Ordinance regarding wastewater fees and a loan agreement for sewage treatment financing
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-150-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-145-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-146-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-170-23 — Approve
5 yea · 3 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 25, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses municipal code updates and infrastructure projects
The City Council will hold a study session regarding several city projects and code amendments. Discussions include updates to animal and parking ordinances, as well as progress on bridge street widening and fiber optic installations.
- Sports Facility Update
- Contract Amendment for Project 22-007469 Traffic Light Fiber
- Fiber - Bridge Street 42nd to 50th Ave
- Amendment to Chapter 6 and Chapter 10 of the Brighton Municipal Code (Animal and Parking Ordinances)
- Bridge Street Widening Update
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Study Session Room
Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses Riverfront subdivision and accessory dwelling standards
The City Council will consider a final plat and development agreement for the 52.982-acre Riverfront subdivision. Additionally, officials will discuss new accessory dwelling standards for agricultural, commercial, and industrial uses.
- Riverfront subdivision final plat and development agreement (approx. 52.982 acres)
- Accessory dwelling standards for agricultural, commercial, and industrial uses
- Adams Crossing land de-annexation (approx. 23.682 acres)
- Adoption of the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code
- Intergovernmental agreement with Adams County for graffiti removal services
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 11, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council Study Session includes parking and traffic safety discussions
The City Council will hold a study session covering several municipal updates. Discussions include a parking proposal for Brighton High School, traffic safety regarding red light cameras, and updates on Bridge Street widening.
- Brighton High School parking permit proposal
- Traffic safety and red light camera discussion
- Bridge Street widening update
- Parks & Recreation department update
- Housing Authority update
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Study Session Room
Tue Apr 4, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton Council considers marijuana business regulations and animal shelter services
The City Council is considering several resolutions, including directing staff to prepare ordinances for marijuana businesses such as stores, cultivation facilities, and testing facilities. The agenda also includes an intergovernmental agreement for animal shelter services and juvenile assessment services through The Link.
- Intergovernmental agreement for animal shelter services with Adams County
- Intergovernmental agreement for juvenile assessment services via The Link
- Ordinance to amend the Brighton Municipal Code regarding boards and commissions
- Resolution to waive solicitation procedures for a digger derrick truck purchase
- Resolutions directing staff to prepare marijuana business regulations
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-115-23 — Approve
5 yea · 3 nay
Mayor Mills nay · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst nay · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski nay · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-118-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton Council considers $26 million contract amendment and park improvements
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding municipal code updates for theft, harassment, and goat keeping. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for Water Tower Park projects and a large contract amendment for the Municipal Service Center.
- $26,151,414 contract amendment for Municipal Service Center Phase 2
- $2,736,500 contract for Water Tower Park artificial turf
- $825,000 LED lighting project for the Adult Sports Complex
- Ordinance to update municipal code regarding theft and harassment
- Rezoning of Bromley Park Planned Unit Development
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
CONSENT AGENDA — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-77-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-102-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-64-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-67-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-68-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-71-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green abstain · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-72-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 abstain · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green abstain · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-73-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-85-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-88-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-95-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-96-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-97-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-98-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-99-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Mar 14, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council study session includes landscaping, impact fees, and park updates
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several municipal topics. Discussions include proposed amendments to the landscaping code, an updated impact fee study proposal, and renovations for Water Tower Park.
- Landscaping Code Amendments
- Impact Fee Study - Updated Proposal
- Adult Sports Complex Musco LED Replacement
- Water Tower Park Renovations
- Building Code Updates
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Study Session Room
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses traffic codes, rezoning, and park grants
The City Council will consider several ordinances including a residential speed limit reduction and property rezonings. The agenda also includes a grant application for Benedict Park improvements and various utility easements.
- $1,750,000.00 Adams County Open Space Active Grant application for Benedict Park
- Reduction of residential district speed limits from 30 mph to 25 mph
- Rezoning of 0.852 acres within the Bromley Park Planned Unit Development
- Adoption of disconnection procedures for the Brighton Municipal Code
- Amending municipal code regarding miniature goat keeping
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-28-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-70-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 6:15 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses public safety tax and park improvements
The City Council is holding a study session to review several municipal presentations. Discussions include a grant application for Benedict Park improvements and a public safety tax. The council will also discuss wastewater processing transfers and growth forecasts.
- Adams County Grant Application for Benedict Park Improvements Project
- Public Safety Tax presentation
- Single Hauler Public Outreach Strategy review
- Wastewater Processing Transfer discussion
- 2023 Growth and Infrastructure Forecast
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Study Session Room
Tue Feb 28, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers economic incentives for Amprius Technologies, Inc.
The City Council will consider a resolution to approve economic incentives for Amprius Technologies, Inc. as part of Project Maverick. The proposed incentives include a 50 percent use tax rebate and a municipal real property tax rebate for five years.
- Resolution ID-69-23 approving economic incentives for Amprius Technologies, Inc.
- A 50 percent use tax rebate and municipal real property tax rebate for five years
- Approval of the Project Maverick development incentive agreement
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-69-23 — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA — Approve
7 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
Tue Feb 21, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers $11.2 million budget amendment
The City Council will review an $11,289,563 budget amendment to support various city funds and projects. The agenda also includes several contracts for park and pool improvements and a first reading of water use restrictions.
- $11,289,563 budget amendment for grants and various city funds
- $550,000 contract for Oasis Pool shell replacement
- $534,000 contract for Colorado Park tennis court replacement
- $410,000 in lodging tax grants and allocations for 2023
- Ordinance amending water use restrictions and penalties
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-50-23 — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 14, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
The City Council will review a land purchase and various city improvement projects.
The Brighton City Council is holding a study session to review several municipal topics. Discussions include the completion of a land purchase for HSV Target Property #1 and park improvement projects. The council will also hear presentations on water conservation and the Oasis Resurfacing Project.
- Completion of Land Purchase for HSV Target Property #1
- Park Improvement Projects
- Oasis Resurfacing Project
- Broncos Monies Proposal 27J
- Appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
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Study Session Room
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council considers reducing residential speed limits to 25 mph
The City Council will consider an ordinance to update the Model Traffic Code and reduce residential speed limits from 30 to 25 mph. The agenda also includes approving a lease for property at 14950 Brighton Road and discussing a vacancy in Ward 4.
- Ordinance to reduce residential speed limits from 30 mph to 25 mph
- Intergovernmental agreement with Adams County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement and administrative services
- Lease agreement with Allo Brighton, LLC for 14950 Brighton Road
- Selection of a new Mayor Pro Tem
- Discussion regarding the Ward 4 vacancy
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-28-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston nay · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
ID-33-23 — Approve
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski nay · Councilmember Pollack absent · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 24, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council discusses future land use and development code amendments
The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to discuss several policy items. Topics include compensation for boards and commissions, marijuana regulations, and potential changes to the development code.
- Boards and Commissions Compensation (ID-20-23)
- Walnut Grove Addition Reconnaissance Survey regarding the Historic Properties List (ID-19-23)
- Future suggested land use and development code amendments (ID-21-23)
- Marijuana discussion (ID-22-23)
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Study Session Room
Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council to review charter procedures and appoint housing officials
The City Council will review procedures for adopting and amending the City Charter. The council also plans to appoint members to the Brighton Housing Authority and an independent ethics counsel.
- Appointment of Theresa Bowen to the Brighton Housing Authority
- Appointment of Ashley Callaway as an alternate member of the Brighton Housing Authority
- Appointment of an Independent Ethics Counsel and approval of a hearing officer engagement letter
- Review of City Charter adoption and amendment procedures
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve
5 yea · 2 absent · 2 nay
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Cushing absent · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst absent · Councilmember Green nay · Councilmember Johnston yea · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack nay · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 10, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Brighton City Council reviews housing appointments and Bronco money allocations
This study session includes a review of appointments to the Brighton Housing Authority. The council will also receive a legislative update and a presentation regarding proposed allocations of Broncos monies.
- Appointment to the Brighton Housing Authority
- Legislative update
- Presentation on proposed allocations of Broncos monies
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Study Session Room
Tue Jan 3, 2023 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Final votes on Swink Property annexation and zoning amendments
The City Council will consider the final reading for annexing approximately 150.586 acres of land known as the Swink Property. The council will also review zoning changes for this property and updates to the Land Use & Development Code. Additionally, the agenda includes an opioid intergovernmental agreement and a grant for Cherry Meadows Park.
- Final reading for annexing approximately 150.586 acres of land (Swink Property)
- Zoning map amendment for Swink Property from A-3 to C-3, R-1-A, R-2, and R-3
- Approval of Adams County Open Space Grant Agreement for Cherry Meadows Park
- Amendments to the Land Use & Development Code regarding building types and site design
- Approval of the Colorado Region 8 Opioid Intergovernmental Agreement
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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ID-340-22 — Approve
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Mills yea · Mayor Pro Tem Cushing nay · Mayor Pro Tem Blackhurst yea · Councilmember Green yea · Councilmember Johnston absent · Councilmember Padilla yea · Councilmember Pawlowski yea · Councilmember Pollack yea · Councilmember Taddeo yea
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.