Cañon City public meetings in 2021

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review letters of interest for vacancies and discuss reports from the Historical Context & Survey and Education & Outreach subcommittees. The body will also address updates to the Certificate of Alteration Application Form.

• Review of letters of interest for commission vacancies
• Discussion of the Historic Preservation Plan
• Update to the Certificate of Alteration Application Form

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider the 2022 budget and property tax levies. The body will also discuss updates to stormwater and water rates, a new public right-of-way ordinance, and a rezoning request for the Cañon City Commons at the Abbey.

• 2022 Budget Year appropriations (Ordinance 30) and general property tax levies (Resolution 29)
• Proposed increases to stormwater management fees (Ordinance 31) and water rate schedules (Ordinance 32)
• Rezoning of the Cañon City Commons at the Abbey (Ordinance 29)
• Proposed prohibition of sitting or lying down in public rights-of-way (Ordinance 33)
• Contracts: Axon bodycams ($129,053.18), Axon dashcams ($49,535.97), and Continental Flooring carpet tile ($9,907.04)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the 2022 budget and consider ordinances to increase stormwater management and water rate fees. The body will also address property annexations, rezoning, and the designation of a historic property.

• Proposed 2022 budget expenditures and revenues (Resolution 27)
• Proposed increase to stormwater management fee base rates (Ordinance 31)
• Proposed water rate schedule amendments (Ordinance 32)
• Rezoning of Cañon City Commons at the Abbey to Planned Development District
• Contract for Avigilon Video Management Solution to Convergint not to exceed $26,250.00

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss community agency funding interviews.

• Discussion of Community Agency Funding Interviews

City Council

The City Council will review several land use items including a multi-family dwelling permit and the designation of Park View Inn as a historic property. The agenda also includes discussions on dog impoundment regulations and prohibitions against sitting or lying in public rights-of-way.

• Special Review Use Permit for multi-family dwelling at 422 Macon Avenue
• Ordinance to designate Park View Inn at 258 Griffin Avenue as a historic property
• Annexation and zoning of the Javernick Property at 3040/3050 E. Main
• Rezoning of Cañon City Commons at the Abbey to Planned Development District
• Purchase of networking and security hardware for up to $19,700

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is holding a work session focused on the Education & Outreach Subcommittee of the Historic Preservation Plan. The meeting includes discussion of the CLG Yearly Report, upcoming training webinars, and a board recognition dinner.

• Historic Preservation Plan – Education & Outreach Subcommittee discussion
• CLG Yearly Report
• Upcoming CLG Training Webinars
• Board Recognition Dinner

City Council

The City Council is discussing the proposed 2022 budget, which includes a total expense budget of $52,634,175. The session covers projected revenues, departmental spending, and proposed rate increases for city services.

• Proposed water rate increases of 3% or 9% for residential and nonresidential customers
• Proposed 3% increase in stormwater rates
• Proposed staffing additions including 2 School Resource Officers, 1 Parks Officer, 1 Sergeant, and 1 Co-responder
• Capital projects including Rudd House Rehabilitation and US 50/HWY 115 Pedestrian Improvements
• Proposed 1.5% citywide cost-of-living salary increase

City Council

The City Council will discuss the compensation of the City Administrator and a resolution supporting ballot measures for a regional aquatic and recreation center. The body will also hold a public hearing for a new retail liquor license.

• Public hearing for Canon Wine & Spirits retail liquor license at 308 N. 16th Street, Suite A
• Second reading of Ordinance 25, Series 2021 regarding City Administrator compensation
• Resolution 24, Series 2021 supporting Ballot Measure 6A and 68 for the Royal Gorge Regional Aquatic and Recreation Center
• Purchase and Sale Agreement amendment for property at 316 Macon Avenue
• Letter of support for Southern Colorado Economic Development District EDA Build Back Better grant

City Council

The Cañon City Council called a special meeting to conduct a city council retreat. The meeting was scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Express.

• City Council Retreat discussion

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting with members of the Florence Council and Fremont County Commissioners. The session is dedicated to sharing local highlights, reporting on current issues, and a question and answer period.

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special review use for multifamily residential housing at 422 Macon Avenue. The body will also discuss a proposal from Core Electric Cooperative to conduct due diligence for providing electric utility services.

• Public hearing: Special Review Use for Multifamily Residential at 422 Macon Avenue
• Resolution 23: Proposal from Core Electric Cooperative for electric utility services due diligence
• Ordinance 25: Setting the compensation of the City Administrator
• Agreement with Royal Gorge Bridge Company regarding advertising spending obligations
• Proclamation designating October 4, 2021, as DiNardo's Original Cider Mill and Farm Market Day

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a public hearing to decide if the structure at 258 Griffin Avenue should be designated as a local historic structure. The body will also discuss updates to the Certificate of Alteration application and the Historic Preservation Plan.

• Public hearing for local historic designation of Park View Inn at 258 Griffin Avenue
• Update and modification of the Certificate of Alteration Application Form
• Resignation of commission member Terre Heroux
• Discussion of Historic Preservation Plan subcommittee reports

City Council

The City Council will discuss the annexation of a land parcel in unincorporated Fremont County and a cost allocation plan update. The body is also reviewing several administrative appointments and service agreements.

• Resolution 22, Series 2021: Accepting a petition for the Javernick Annexation No. 1
• Master Agreement for Services with Stantec Consulting Services for EPA Brownfields Multipurpose Grant
• Agreement with KRW Associates for the Public Works Director position
• Disposal of a 1977 John Deer 2040 Tractor
• Appointment of David Bonogofsky to the Board of Adjustment

City Council

The City Council will consider a new liquor license for Arcanum and discuss the adoption of a hazard mitigation plan for Fremont County. The body is also reviewing a fee waiver for the construction of three residences and an ordinance to vacate a portion of an alley in the Fruitmere Subdivision.

• Public hearing for new liquor license for Arcanum at 113 Latigo Lane Suite A
• Resolution 20: Waiver of fees for the construction of three residences
• Resolution 21: Adoption of the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Fremont County
• Ordinance 23: Vacating a portion of the alley in Block 22, Fruitmere Subdivision
• Ordinance 21: Appropriating additional funds for the 2021 budget year

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to review reports from the Historical Context & Survey and Education & Outreach subcommittees. Members will also discuss the Certificate of Alteration Application form and associated application fees.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Plan subcommittee reports
• Review of Certificate of Alteration Application Form
• Discussion of application fees
• Commission vacancy

City Council

The City Council is holding a joint meeting with the Cañon City Area Recreation Board and Park District and County Commissioners. The group will discuss a Recreation Center Survey and a proposed building program.

• BRS Report on proposed Community Recreation Center Building Program
• Recreation Center Survey presentation by Beyond Your Base
• Certification of Ballot Measures and Ballot Content for November 2, 2021 election (RESOLUTION #2021-10)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2021 budget and consider ordinances for additional funding and budget transfers. The body is also discussing a new Unified Development Code and a cable franchise agreement with Spectrum Pacific West, LLC.

• Public hearing on 2021 Budget (Ordinance 21 and Resolution 18)
• Adoption of New Unified Development Code and related land use application fees
• Cable franchise agreement with Spectrum Pacific West, LLC (Charter Communications)
• Purchase and Sale Agreement amendment for 316 Macon Avenue
• Vacating a portion of the alley in Block 22, Fruitmere Subdivision

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the first reading of the Draft Unified Development Code. The body will also consider a franchise agreement with Charter Communications and amendments to the municipal code regarding construction materials use tax.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 20 of 2021 (Draft Unified Development Code)
• Bid #40-21: John Deere Tractor for 4 Rivers Equipment, LLC ($36,569.07)
• Bid #41-21: Catamount Hammerhead Pneumatic Mole for PKJ International LLC ($6,585.00)
• Special Event Agreement with Revenant Running for a mountain bike race at Royal Gorge Park
• Ordinance 19: Amending municipal code concerning use tax on construction materials

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a multi-unit dwelling. The body is also discussing a new city pay philosophy, sales and use tax amendments, and a franchise agreement with Charter Communications.

• Bid # 37-21 2A 2021 Evelyn Drive awarded to Langston Concrete up to $281,163.00
• Bid # 43-21 Low Voltage Switchboards awarded to Graybar Electric Company $75,358.90
• Bid # 39-21 Boiler replacement at Royal Gorge Museum awarded to Winsupply up to $22,903.60
• Proposed fee waivers for a new residence by the Cañon City Building Class
• Second reading of Ordinance 15 for an accessory dwelling unit at 826 Griffin Avenue

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss local highlights, future events, and current local issues. The meeting includes representatives from the Florence Council and Fremont County Commissioners.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a contract for electrical equipment and a parking easement for Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocer's Markets, Inc. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding an accessory dwelling unit at 826 Griffin Avenue and consider updates to water shut-off notices.

• Bid #33-21 for Variable Frequency Drives and Active Harmonic Filters to Rexel not to exceed $338,990.91
• Public hearing for Ordinance 15 to allow an accessory dwelling unit at 826 Griffin Avenue
• Resolution 13 to approve a parking easement agreement with Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocer's Markets, Inc.
• Ordinance 18 regarding water shut off and notice
• Professional Services Agreement with Full Color Laser for the 4th of July Laser Show

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the formation of subcommittees for the Historic Preservation Plan. Members will also review the Certificate of Alteration Application form used for changes to historic structures.

• Discussion on Historical Context & Survey and Education & Outreach subcommittees
• Review of the Certificate of Alteration Application form
• Coordination with the city building department regarding historic property flags
• Reference of Secretary of the Interior guidelines for alteration standards

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of the Picture Cañon City 2040 comprehensive plan. The body will also discuss second readings for several rezoning requests and accessory dwelling unit permits.

• Resolution 12: Approval of Picture Cañon City 2040 as the city's comprehensive plan
• Bid 31-21: Eastridge Campground Double Vault Restroom Project awarded to CXT, not to exceed $61,590
• Ordinance 16 & 17: Accessory dwelling units at 2773 Cherry Street and 315 North 19th Street
• Ordinance 13 & 14: Rezoning of real property including Central Park subdivisions
• Ordinance 18: Proposed changes to municipal code regarding water shut off and notice

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss the Historic Preservation Plan. The discussion includes the potential formation of committees or sub-committees.

• Discussion: Historic Preservation Plan
• Formation of Committees or Sub-Committees

City Council

The City Council will review multiple ordinances regarding property rezoning and the construction of accessory dwelling units. The agenda also includes various contract bids for equipment and software, as well as a discussion on trail naming.

• Rezoning of Central Park properties (Ordinance 13)
• Accessory dwelling unit at 826 Griffin Avenue (Ordinance 15)
• Accessory dwelling unit at 2773 Cherry Street (Ordinance 16)
• Accessory dwelling unit at 315 North 19th Street (Ordinance 17)
• Bid for Nalco 8102 Plus not to exceed $20,938.29

City Council

The City Council held a joint meeting with the Planning Commission to discuss draft updates to Title 17. The discussion focused on zoning, subdivision, and development regulations, specifically regarding standards for subdivisions and nonconformities.

• Draft Zoning, Subdivision and Development Regulations (Title 17)
• Chapter 9: Subdivision Standards
• Chapter 10: Zoning Standards
• Chapter 11: Nonconformities
• Chapter 12: Definitions

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the formation of committees for the Historic Preservation Plan. The body will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness application.

• Discussion on forming committees or sub-committees for the Historic Preservation Plan
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness Application
• Saving Places Scholarship reimbursement and report deadline of June 1st
• CLG Training Webinar on History with a Slide Preservation scheduled for June 16th

City Council

The City Council held a joint meeting with the Planning Commission to discuss draft updates to Title 17, the Zoning, Subdivision and Development Regulations. The discussion focused on draft chapters 6 through 12 of the Unified Development Code.

• Draft Chapter 6: Development Standards (including off-street parking, landscaping, and lighting)
• Draft Chapter 7: Sign Standards
• Draft Chapter 8: Planned Development Standards
• Draft Chapter 9: Subdivision Standards
• Draft Chapter 10: Zoning Standards

City Council

The City Council will discuss the second reading and adoption of an ordinance to designate 403 Royal Gorge Boulevard as a historic site. The body is also reviewing a contract for market analysis and several equipment purchases.

• Proposed adoption of Ordinance 12, Series 2021 to designate 403 Royal Gorge Boulevard (Peabody Mansion) as a historic site
• Contract with DSG Advisors for Market/Industry Opportunity and Site Analysis not to exceed $60,000
• Purchase of a new density gauge not to exceed $7,540.00
• Disposal of forklift #333-601 and donation of 1997 F-350 #7863 to the Canon City Area Recreation and Park District
• Acceptance of the resignation of Board of Adjustment Member Daryl G. Robinson

City Council

The City Council will hold interviews for the Cañon City Energy Franchise Committee. The council will also interview applicants for an open City Council seat.

• Interviews for Cañon City Energy Franchise Committee applicants
• Interviews for City Council Open Seat applicants

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint meeting to discuss specific chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review an updated draft of the Unified Development Ordinance regarding marijuana cultivation for personal use.

• Comprehensive Plan: Community Facilities and Infrastructure chapter
• Comprehensive Plan: Community Character chapter
• Unified Development Ordinance (Title 17) Chapter 5: Section 17.05.020(D) Marijuana Cultivation for Personal Use

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to designate a building at 403 Royal Gorge Boulevard as a historic site. The agenda also includes a bid award for magnesium chloride and an executive session regarding the recreation center and Rhodes project.

• Ordinance 12, Series 2021: Designating 403 Royal Gorge Boulevard as a historic site
• Bid #32-21: Magnesium chloride from GMCO Corporation not to exceed $20,000
• Proclamation: May 2021 as Mental Health Month
• Proclamation: National Historic Preservation Month
• Executive Session: Discussion regarding the recreation center and Rhodes project property acquisition

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission is discussing the development of a Historic Preservation Plan for Cañon City. The discussion includes defining a vision, conducting historic context research, planning future surveys, and creating an education and outreach program.

• Scope of work for Historic Preservation Plan
• Discussion of public outreach strategies
• Review of existing historic contexts and geographic boundaries
• Planning for future property surveys

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting. The body will discuss food trucks on Main Street, the urban growth boundary, and specific chapters of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Food trucks and carts on Main Street
• Urban Growth Boundary and the 8-Mile Area
• Comprehensive Plan: Downtown and Riverfront chapters
• Comprehensive Plan: Transportation & Mobility chapter

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a joint discussion with the Cañon City Area Recreation Board and Park District. The focus of the meeting is the Aquatic Center.

• Joint meeting with Cañon City Area Recreation Board and Park District regarding Aquatic Center

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of a property at 316 Macon Avenue and the second reading of an ordinance regarding municipal campaign finance complaints. The body will also consider a memorandum of understanding with the Bureau of Land Management.

• Proposed purchase and sale agreement for property at 316 Macon Avenue (Resolution 8, Series 2021)
• Second reading of Ordinance 11, Series 2021 regarding municipal campaign finance complaints
• Memorandum of Understanding for Bureau of Land Management Owned Archaeological and Paleontological Collections
• Recognition of Luise Barton

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a public hearing to decide whether to initiate the process for designating the Peabody Mansion as a local historic structure. Staff recommends the commission support a resolution for City Council's approval of the designation.

• Public hearing for historic designation of Peabody Mansion at 403 Royal Gorge Boulevard
• Proposed Resolution No. 4 of 2021 to initiate historic designation
• Saving Places Scholarship reimbursement and report deadline of June 1st
• Preservation Advocacy training webinar on May 19th
• History with a Slide Preservation training webinar on June 16th

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss HB21-1160 regarding the Animal Shelter. This item is listed as a discussion topic for the meeting.

• Discussion of Animal Shelter HB21-1160 proposed legislation

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for the purchase of property from David P. and Lynette C. Frank on Pine Street. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance regarding municipal campaign finance complaints.

• Property sale: 1691 Pine Street (Frank Property)
• Ordinance 11, Series 2021: Municipal campaign finance complaints
• Bid 24-21: $545,385.50 for N. 10th Street & N. 11th Street via Avalanche Excavating
• Bid 25-21: Up to $690,000.00 for SH115 Pedestrian Improvements via Avalanche Excavating
• Bid 22-21: Up to $27,825.00 for American Water Infrastructure Act via Municipal H2O

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to discuss modifications to the new Unified Development Code. The body also reviewed chapters of the Comprehensive Plan regarding land use, economic development, housing, parks, and environmental resiliency.

• Modifications to Chapters 1-5 of the new Unified Development Code
• Comprehensive Plan: Land use & Development, Economic Development, Housing and Neighborhoods
• Comprehensive Plan: Parks and Open Space, Environmental Hazards and Resiliency

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to introduce a new member and approve previous minutes. The body is also discussing a request to hold a public hearing during a special meeting in April.

• Introduction of new member Carol McNew
• Discussion of request for a public hearing during a special meeting in the second week of April

City Council

The City Council will consider a purchase and sale agreement for properties at 315 Main Street and 316 Macon Avenue. The agenda also includes the introduction of a resolution to establish an energy franchise committee.

• Award Bid 23-21 to Pate Construction CO for up to $1,627,140.90
• Award Bid 14-21 Police Patrol Vehicles to Daniels Long Chevrolet of Colorado Springs for up to $350,152.15
• Resolution 6, Series 2021: Establishing the Cañon City Energy Franchise Committee
• Resolution 8, Series 2021: Purchase and sale agreement for 315 Main Street and 316 Macon Avenue
• Water Service Contract for 799 Evelyn Drive

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is holding a special meeting for a New CLG Orientation Workshop. The session includes participation from Erica Duvic and the Fort Morgan CLG.

• New CLG Orientation Workshop with Erica Duvic and Fort Morgan CLG

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a City Council Retreat. The meeting is located at the Police Department Annex.

• Discussion regarding City Council Retreat

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting. The body will discuss Municipal Code Chapters 1-5 regarding the Unified Development Code, zoning districts, and use standards.

• Discussion of Municipal Code Chapters 1-5: Unified Development Code, Establishment of Zoning Districts and Use Standards

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the annexation and zoning of the Fire Station No. 3 property at 3020 E. Main Street. The session also includes a commemoration of Council Member Jimmy Meisner and several routine contract approvals.

• Second reading of Ordinances 8, 9, and 10 regarding annexation and zoning of Fire Station No. 3 at 3020 E. Main Street
• Water meter register warranty purchase from Core and Main of Henderson, CO not to exceed $16,875.00
• Annual water meter and register purchase from Core and Main of Henderson, CO not to exceed $60,000
• Appointment of Daryl G. Robinson to the Board of Adjustment
• Resolution 7 commemorating the life of Council Member Jimmy Meisner

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved two resolutions to designate the Mount St. Scholastica Academy site and its residence hall as local historic assets. The Commission also appointed Mike Madone as the new chair.

• Approved Resolution #2 for Mount St. Scholastica Academy site designation
• Approved Resolution #3 for Mount St. Scholastica Academy Residence Hall designation
• Appointed Mike Madone as the new Commission chair
• Reviewed Chris Jenkins' proposal to move from alternate to permanent member

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to discuss land use and zoning. The session focused on a draft development plan and the alignment of zoning districts with future land use goals.

• Presentation of the Draft Land Use & Development Plan for the Picture Cañon City 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Preview of the Zoning section of the Cañon City Unified Development Ordinance
• Discussion of Zoning Alignment maps identifying areas requiring new zoning designations
• Proposal for two new aligning districts: NC – Neighborhood Commercial and BP – Business Park

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances regarding the designation of Mount St. Scholastica Academy as a historic site and structure. Additionally, the council will review proposals for the annexation and zoning of Fire Station No. 3 property at 3020 E. Main Street.

• Historic site designation: Mount St. Scholastica Academy
• Historic structure designation: Residence Hall at 615 Pike Avenue
• Annexation and zoning of Fire Station No. 3 property at 3020 E. Main Street
• Liquor license hearing for The River Street hotel and restaurant
• Lawn maintenance contract award to Yard Crafters, LLC up to $35,000

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a resolution to initiate local historic site designation for several properties comprising the Mount St. Scholastica Academy campus. The request includes the academy site and its residence hall located across Pike Avenue, N. 6th Street, and N. 7th Street.

• Historic designation initiation: 615 Pike Avenue, 722 N. 6th Street, 724 N. 6th Street, 701 N. 7th Street, and 707 N. 7th Street
• Public hearing: Mount St. Scholastica Academy – Residence Hall at 615 Pike Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a public hearing to consider nominating the Fremont County National Bank at 532 Main Street as a local historic site. Staff recommends the Commission support a resolution for City Council to approve the designation. The property was recently restored to its original 1920-1921 exterior.

• Public hearing for local historic site nomination: Fremont County National Bank (532 Main Street)
• Discussion regarding a vacancy on the Commission