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Colorado Springs public meetings in 2024

103 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

City to hear liquor license applications for six new businesses

The City of Colorado Springs will hold hearings to consider six applications for new liquor licenses, including retail stores, taverns, and a hotel and restaurant. The meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2024, at the Municipal Court Building.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses land annexations, zoning, and development uses

The Planning Commission will review several conditional use requests for car washes, residential units, and a school. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding accessory dwelling units and multiple annexations for the Karman Line area.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 9 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MAPN-23-0002 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ZONE-23-0009 — approved
5 yea · 3 abstain · 2 nay · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0014 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0013 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0012 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0011 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0010 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
ANEX-23-0009 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay · Michael Benenati abstain · Ryan Case abstain
CUDP-24-0017 — approved
7 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses economic agreements, drainage fees, and land annexations

The City Council is reviewing several economic development agreements and a proposed 2025 fee schedule for drainage, bridges, and detention ponds. The agenda also includes multiple annexation petitions and zoning map amendments for various local properties.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-652 — amended
6 nay · 3 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
URAP-24-0002 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-608 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-609 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-652 — finally passed
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 25 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council to discuss banning firearms in government buildings

The City Council will consider ordinances on e-bikes, sitting/lying in commercial districts, and carrying firearms in government buildings. They will also review updates to park land dedication fees and criteria, and discuss a downtown transit center real estate acquisition in closed session.

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Council Chambers
Thu Dec 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission to consider ADU code changes and Karman Line annexations

The Planning Commission will discuss an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code regarding accessory dwelling units. The body is also reviewing several annexations and a land use plan for the Karman Line area northwest of Bradley Road and Curtis Road.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Historic Preservation Board to hear presentations on survey plan and workshop series

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of November minutes and a consent calendar. The board will hear presentations on the Saving Places Conference, a Historic Resource Survey Plan update, and a Historic COS workshop series. No rezonings, contracts, or ordinance changes are on the agenda.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council

Council to adopt 2025 annual budget and set tax levy at 3.554 mills

The City Council will consider a consent calendar including an ordinance waiving rights of first refusal for affordable housing under HB24-1175, the 2025 salary structure, and the 2024 tax levy at 3.554 mills. They will also hear first presentations on new fee schedules for development reviews and land applications, the 2025 mail ballot election plan, and an annexation petition for Southern Colorado Rail Park. Public hearings include a rezoning of 40.20 acres at Powers/Interquest to MX-M and the Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan. New business includes zoning amendments for natural medicine dispensaries.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-652 — amended
6 nay · 3 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
24-326 — finally passed
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-652 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 18 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council reviews economic agreements and 2025 drainage fees

City Council is introducing several economic development agreements and proposed fee schedules for 2025. The body will also discuss a land exchange for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project and a rural transportation agreement.

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Council Chambers
Fri Nov 15, 2024 · 09:00

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

City to hold hearings on three new liquor license applications

The Colorado Springs Liquor and Beer License Hearings body will conduct public hearings on three new applications for liquor and beer licenses. Items include a hotel and restaurant liquor license, a beer and wine license, and a tavern liquor license. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against approval.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider annexations and park land dedication fee updates

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land annexations and zoning changes, including the Rock Creek Mesa and Cheyenne Mountain State Park areas. The body will also discuss updates to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance and associated fee schedules.

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2880 International Cir., 2nd Floor, Hearing Room
🗳️ How they voted — 14 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
LUPL-24-0008 — approved
6 yea · 3 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
PUDZ-24-0001 — approved
6 yea · 3 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
NVAR-24-0007 — approved
5 yea · 4 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler nay · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins nay · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey nay · Amanda Gigiano yea
ANEX-24-0001 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0002 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ZONE-23-0030 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0005 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0004 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0003 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ZONE-23-0027 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ZONE-23-0026 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0006 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-24-0007 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
MAPN-23-0009 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council to introduce ordinance amending code on Natural Medicine

The City Council will consider introducing an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code to regulate Natural Medicine, likely tied to Initiative 58. They will also discuss new fee schedules for development permits, review a mail ballot plan for the 2025 election, and decide whether to hold a closed executive session to discuss strategy for four sales and use tax rebate economic development agreements (Projects All Natural Phoenix Thunder and Diamond).

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 11:00 AM

City Council

City Council to approve 2025 budgets for utilities and downtown authority

The City Council will consider approving the 2025 budgets for Colorado Springs Utilities and the Downtown Development Authority, along with related financial resolutions and a new ordinance regarding multifamily housing.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-326 — approved on first reading
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 42 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission to consider ordinance allowing natural medicine businesses

The Colorado Springs Planning Commission will review and potentially advance an ordinance amending the city code to permit natural medicine uses, along with several annexations, zone changes, and a park land dedication fee update. The commission is also considering a non-use variance for a retaining wall in a hillside overlay and major modifications to the Crest at Woodmen development.

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30 South Nevada Ave., Suite 102
Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Conditional use request for residential childcare facility on East Las Animas St

The Downtown Review Board will consider a conditional use application to convert an existing mixed‑use building at 123 and 127 East Las Animas Street into a residential childcare facility. The proposal also seeks a warrant to count on‑street parking toward required parking standards and a minor improvement plan that adds new stairs, a small outdoor recreation area, and reconfigured parking within FBZ‑T1. The board will discuss and decide on the combined use, parking, and improvement requests.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of the Minutes — accepted
8 yea · 1 abstain
Carol Kuosman yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea · Troy Coats yea · Bob Nolette abstain
FBZN-24-0012 — approved
9 yea
Carol Kuosman yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea · Troy Coats yea · Bob Nolette yea
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Board will present the 2025 Historic Preservation Work Plan

The Historic Preservation Board will consider and approve the minutes from its October 7, 2024 meeting. It will review items on the consent calendar and any unfinished business. The board will present the 2025 Historic Preservation Board Work Plan, an update on the Saving Places Conference, and an annual ethics training presentation.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
HPB 2295 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter abstain · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Tue Oct 29, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Council Work Session

Council will adopt the 2025 city budget and appropriations

The Colorado Springs City Council work session will consider a series of resolutions fixing mill levies for several Special Improvement Maintenance Districts. It will also consider an ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 23-63 and adopting the 2025 salary structure for civilian and sworn municipal employees. A tax levy ordinance setting a 3.554‑mill levy for 2025, with a 4.279‑mill general operating levy and a 0.725‑mill temporary credit, will be reviewed. Finally, the council will adopt the Annual Appropriation Ordinance that sets the city budget for the year ending December 31, 2025.

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Council Chambers
Thu Oct 24, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council to review Mayor's 2025 City Budget

City Council is holding a work session to review the Mayor's proposed 2025 City Budget. Chief Financial Officer Charae McDaniel will present the budget details.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on 2025 utility rates

City Council will hold a public hearing regarding electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater rates for Colorado Springs Utilities. The body is also considering the 2025 Utilities annual budget and a $1,788,249,623 appropriation of annual sources of funds.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-340 — postpone to a date certain
7 nay · 2 yea
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
URAP-24-0001 — adopted
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-540 — adopted
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-340 — adopted
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 35 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council reviews 2025 budgets and proposed drainage fee increases

City Council is discussing several 2025 budget resolutions and tax levies for local improvement districts. The session includes a proposal to increase drainage fees for the Mesa Basin and Sand Creek Basin and a recommendation from the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission.

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Council Chambers
Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 5:30 PM

City Council Work Session

Public comment session on the mayor’s proposed 2025 city budget

The City Council will hold a Town Hall for public comment on the Mayor’s proposed 2025 City Budget. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for residents to voice opinions on the budget proposal.

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Council Chambers
Fri Oct 18, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

New hotel/restaurant liquor license sought for Gaia Masala & Burger at 12 S Tejon St

The Colorado Springs City Council will hear several liquor and beer license applications. Items include a modification of an existing hotel and restaurant liquor license for Good Company Restaurant & Bar and new applications for hotel/restaurant liquor licenses, a beer and wine license, and a brew pub license at various city locations. The board will decide whether to approve, deny, or postpone each application.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

City Planning Commission will consider rezoning 40.2 acres at New Life & Interquest

The Colorado Springs City Planning Commission will review several land‑use requests, including a conditional use for a school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive and a use variance for King's Ohana Pet Hotel to expand at 856 Arcturus Dr. It will also consider non‑use variances for garage size and height at 5202 Rocking R Drive, and a major zone change converting 40.20 acres from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale at the intersection of New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway as part of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan.

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2880 International Cir., 2nd Floor, Hearing Room
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-23-0035 — referred
5 yea · 4 nay
Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ZONE-24-0009 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins nay · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
URAP-24-0002 — approved
6 yea · 3 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
ANEX-23-0021 — referred
8 yea · 1 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano yea
LUPL-24-0007 — approved
6 yea · 3 nay
Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins nay · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
LUPL-23-0011 — referred
6 nay · 3 yea
Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic nay · Kenneth Casey yea · Amanda Gigiano nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to consider eminent domain for Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements

The City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the use of possession, use, and eminent domain to acquire property needed for the Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements Project. Additional items include resolutions for I‑25 ramp easements, Gold Hill BID bond issuance, and several recognitions and annexation ordinances. The meeting also features new business on Waterview North Metropolitan District boundaries and a public hearing schedule for the Austin Bluffs General Improvement District budget.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-547 — approved
8 yea · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea · Dave Donelson yea
UVAR-24-0002 — denied
4 yea · 4 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico yea
24-483 — adopted
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber abstain · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 21 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Approve window and door alteration at 1317 North Tejon Street

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a consent calendar item requesting approval for a new north‑side window and an eastern‑facing door on the primary structure at 1317 North Tejon Street. The board will also review unfinished business, discuss a historic resource survey plan, the 2025 work program, and a bridge rehabilitation project. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, minutes approval, and public comment periods.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of the Minutes — accepted
4 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick abstain · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons absent · Sarah Potter absent · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
HIST-24-0014 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons absent · Sarah Potter absent · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Thu Oct 3, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission to consider 40‑acre zone change for OneVeLa Urban Renewal

The Colorado Springs Planning Commission will review several land use items, including conditional uses, variances, annexations, and a major zone change. A key agenda item is a proposed rezoning of 40.20 acres at New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale as part of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan. The commission will also consider a school conditional use, a pet hotel expansion, and garage variances. Decisions will be made on these quasi‑judicial and legislative proposals.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council to review utility cost adjustments and marijuana service ordinances

City Council will consider updates to utility gas and electric cost adjustment rates effective October 1, 2024. The body will also discuss amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding marijuana-related services and review service plans for two metropolitan districts.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-397 — finally passed
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-522 — denied
7 nay · 2 yea
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
24-393 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-522 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-397 — approved
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council to vote on eminent‑domain and bond measures for key infrastructure projects

The council will consider a series of legislative actions, including ordinances and resolutions affecting the Gold Hill and Waterview North districts, a bond issuance for the Gold Hill Business Improvement District, and eminent‑domain authorizations for the Park Vista drainage project and I‑25 ramp improvements. It will also review cost‑adjustment rate proposals for gas and electric service and adopt a resolution endorsing recommendations from the Lodgers and Automobile Rental Tax advisory committee for the 2025 budget. Presentations on the economic impacts of the Urban Renewal Area and on lithium‑ion battery safety will be provided for information.

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Council Chambers
Fri Sep 20, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

City of Colorado Springs to hear six liquor and beer license applications

The city is holding hearings to consider new liquor and beer license applications for six different businesses. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against the approval of these specific applications.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Commission to consider PTAA annexation and related zoning changes

The Planning Commission will review a consent calendar of several non‑use variances and conditional uses, including setbacks at 1722 Woodburn St and an auto‑repair use near Centennial Blvd. It will also discuss legislative items such as the Bristow‑Lowell Urban Renewal Plan, the PTAA Addition No. 1 annexation of 14.12 acres, the creation of a new MX‑M/AP‑O zone, a charter‑school land‑use plan, and a medical‑marijuana cultivation use variance. These items involve changes to zoning, land‑use designations, and development standards within the city.

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2880 International Cir., 2nd Floor, Hearing Room
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
UVAR-24-0002 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Jack Briggs nay · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 10, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider utility rate hearings and marijuana ordinance changes

The City Council will act on approving a public hearing date for Colorado Springs Utilities rate changes and an ordinance amending marijuana-related services in the city code. The meeting also includes approving an intergovernmental agreement for a highway access control plan.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-397 — approved on first reading
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Mayor to deliver 2024 State of the City Address

City Council will hear the Mayor's State of the City Address and a mid-year report from the Cultural Affairs Office of the Pikes Peak Region. The body will also introduce ordinances and resolutions regarding the Gold Hill North Business Improvement District and the Rock Metropolitan District.

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Council Chambers
Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Board reviews historic property renovations on N. Cascade Ave and N. Tejon St

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review reports of acceptability for two property modifications. The board will also receive updates on the Historic Resource Survey Plan and the 2025 Saving Places Conference.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Calendar — accepted
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines absent
HPB 2293 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines absent
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Approval of a 14.12‑acre annexation for the PTAA Addition No. 1

The Planning Commission will consider several land‑use actions, including a 14.12‑acre annexation southeast of Stetson Hills Boulevard and North Marksheffel Road (PTAA Addition No. 1). The agenda also contains multiple variances and conditional uses for properties on Woodburn Street, 1516 Dustry Drive, and 2338 North El Paso Street, as well as a zoning map amendment for a new mixed‑use district linked to the annexation. Items are presented as quasi‑judicial decisions or legislative actions.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council considers ballot measures on retail marijuana and Old Colorado City development

City Council is discussing several items to be placed on the November 5, 2024, ballot, including a charter amendment to prohibit retail marijuana and a proposal to create the Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority. The body is also reviewing service plans for new districts and a land-use variance.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-277 — finally passed
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-396 — finally passed
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-477 — adopted
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico yea
24-395 — adopted
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Aug 26, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council discusses ballot question for retail marijuana regulation

City Council is reviewing a resolution to place a ballot question on the November 5, 2024, election regarding the regulation of retail and recreational marijuana establishments. The session also includes updates on tourism taxes and construction careers.

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Council Chambers
Fri Aug 16, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

Colorado Springs holds hearings for five new liquor license applications

The city is conducting hearings to consider the approval of five new liquor license applications. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against these specific applications.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider marijuana-related services code amendment

The Planning Commission will discuss several land-use variances, a short-term rental appeal, and a property annexation. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code regarding marijuana-related services.

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2880 International Cir., 2nd Floor, Hearing Room
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CUDP-24-0005 — approved
5 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler absent · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic nay · Kenneth Casey yea
NVAR-24-0004 — denied
5 nay · 3 yea · 1 absent
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler absent · Jen Cecil nay · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery nay · David Robbins nay · Esad Sipilovic nay · Kenneth Casey yea
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to vote on extending the 0.57% sales tax for road repairs

The City Council will consider a resolution to extend the existing 0.57% temporary sales and use tax for road repairs and improvements for ten years, as presented by the Mayor and public works officials. Other items include an intergovernmental agreement with El Paso County and CDOT for a Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan on State Highway 83, annexation and zoning map changes for the Dublin Park Addition, and a charter amendment that would prohibit retail marijuana establishments. The council will also discuss the creation of the Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority, which proposes a mill‑levy of up to five mills to fund the district.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 28 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-277 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-396 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0030 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-24-0008 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0031 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0032 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0033 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0034 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0035 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0036 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0037 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0038 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0039 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0040 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0041 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0042 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0043 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0044 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0045 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0046 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Aug 8, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

City Planning Commission discusses zoning, annexations, and permits

The Colorado Springs City Planning Commission will hold an informal work session to discuss legislative items like annexations and zoning changes, as well as quasi-judicial items such as conditional use permits and variances for local businesses.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 701
Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council to approve $425 million utilities bond and multiple land annexations

The council will consider Ordinance No. 24‑47 to issue up to $325 million in Series 2024a and $100 million in Series 2024b utility revenue bonds. It will also act on several annexation and zoning map amendment ordinances for parcels on Siferd Boulevard, Space Village Avenue, Air Lane, and the Colorado Centre area. Additionally, Ordinance No. 24‑46 will repeal the Sustainability Advisory Board ordinance.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 48 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ANEX-23-0030R — adopted
5 yea · 4 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0031R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0032R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0033R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0034R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0035R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0036R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0037R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0038R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0039R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0040R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0041R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0042R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0043R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0044R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0045R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0046R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0047R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0048R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0049R — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 28 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses annexations and conditional use requests

The Planning Commission will review several land use items including two annexations and two conditional use requests. The agenda includes rezoning for the Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 and the Neagle-Dutcher Family Addition.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Calendar — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
CPC 2353 — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
ZONE-24-0005 — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
ANEX-24-0008 — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
ZONE-24-0001 — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
ANEX-23-0016 — accepted
7 yea · 2 present
Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos present · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery present · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
Tue Jul 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses land acquisitions, utility bonds, and annexations

The City Council will consider several items including a $875,000 supplemental appropriation for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension. The agenda also includes multiple annexation requests, economic development agreements, and large-scale utility system revenue bond ordinances.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-24-0004 — finally passed
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
DEPN-24-0039 — approved
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 32 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council discusses cemetery fees, road access plans, and election intentions

The City Council will review several resolutions including proposed 2025 cemetery fees and a roadway access plan for SH 83. The session also includes a discussion on an intent to hold a special municipal election in November 2024.

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Council Chambers
Wed Jul 3, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission discusses annexations, rezoning, and conditional uses

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including two annexations and multiple zone changes. The session also includes a state legislation update and a housing affordability report.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 701
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Review of a fence construction plan for the Penrose Library campus

The Downtown Review Board will consider an unfinished business item regarding a proposed minor improvement plan. The proposal involves constructing a 7-foot high wrought iron style fence at 20 N. Cascade Avenue.

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Virtual Meeting - Microsoft Teams
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
FBZN-24-0005 — approved
6 yea · 3 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt absent · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema absent · Bobby Mikulas absent · Amanda Luciano yea
DRB 2292 — approved
6 yea · 3 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt absent · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema absent · Bobby Mikulas absent · Amanda Luciano yea
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 3:30 PM

City Council

City Council considers councilmember censure and board appointments

The City Council will meet to consider a resolution issuing a censure to Councilmember David Donelson for breach of decorum. The meeting also includes the ratification of councilmember assignments to various boards, commissions, and committees.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-372 — adopted
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-373 — approved
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-374 — approved
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
Mon Jul 1, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Colorado Springs Historic Preservation Board holds regular July 1 meeting

This agenda contains only standard procedural items. It lists routine actions like roll call, approval of previous minutes, and scheduled presentations. No specific rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are included in this document.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses rezoning, land use plans, and open space acquisitions

The City Council will consider several zoning amendments and land use plans for various developments. Additionally, the council will review a supplemental appropriation of $875,000 to acquire property for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-299 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-300 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-276 — approved on first reading
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-159 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-244 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-274 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-303 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-294 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
LUPL-23-0010 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
DVSA-23-0004 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0032 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
LUPL-24-0002 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-24-0002 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-24-0003 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
LUPL-24-0004 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-24-0004 — postpone to a date certain
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
DEPN-24-0039 — postpone to a date certain
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0033 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
SUBD-23-0098 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-243 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council discusses Old Colorado City development, economic agreements, and drainage fees

The City Council is reviewing several items including the creation of a downtown development authority and potential building height limit changes. The session also includes discussions on economic development agreements and proposed annexation policy checkpoints.

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Council Chambers
Fri Jun 21, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

City of Colorado Springs reviews 11 new and relocated liquor license applications

The City of Colorado Springs will hold public hearings on June 21, 2024, to review applications for new and relocated liquor and beer licenses. Public hearings allow residents and interested parties to submit written petitions or remonstrances to the City Clerk by noon on June 18. The agenda lists 11 specific business applications across various city locations.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses zone changes and parking modifications

The Planning Commission will consider a zone change for the Shops at Woodmen, a variance for an animal clinic on Bloomington Street, and a major modification for Sunset Amphitheater parking. These items are scheduled as quasi-judicial hearings.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CPC 2310 — approved
5 yea · 3 abstain · 1 absent
Jack Briggs absent · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins abstain · Esad Sipilovic abstain · Kenneth Casey abstain
Consent Calendar — accepted
8 yea · 1 absent
Jack Briggs absent · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
PUDD-24-0002 — accepted
8 yea · 1 absent
Jack Briggs absent · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea · David Robbins yea · Esad Sipilovic yea · Kenneth Casey yea
Tue Jun 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses EMS enterprise creation and several zoning amendments

The City Council will consider an ordinance to create a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise. Additionally, the body will review multiple rezoning ordinances and land use amendments across various city locations.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-221 — denied
5 nay · 4 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council considers Red Rock Canyon property acquisition and 2024 Strategic Plan

The City Council will review a resolution and ordinance to acquire approximately 2.54 acres for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension. Additionally, the council will consider the 2024 Strategic Plan and receive updates on Colorado Youth Outdoors and city financial reports.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Council

City Council to hear appeal regarding Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an appeal of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Board's decision. The board previously approved the Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-288 — denied
4 nay · 3 yea · 2 present
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-288 — amended
5 yea · 2 nay · 2 present
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-288 — approved
6 yea · 2 present · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission discusses zone changes and parking modifications

The Planning Commission will review a zone change for the Shops at Woodmen and a non-use variance for VCA Animal Urgent Care. The session also includes a major modification regarding parking for the Sunset Amphitheater and a briefing from Academy School District 20.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Conversion of restaurant space to a bar at 1107 South Nevada Avenue

The Downtown Review Board will consider an FBZ conditional use development plan. The proposal involves converting an existing restaurant tenant space within a neighborhood shopping center into a bar.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
FBZN-24-0007 — accepted
8 yea · 1 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt absent · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea
DRB 2291 — approved
8 yea · 1 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt absent · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea
Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Historic Preservation Board reviews solar and deck additions on Tejon Street

The board will consider a report of acceptability for roof-mounted solar panels at 1815 North Tejon Street. Additionally, the board will review a request for a rear covered deck addition at 1415 North Tejon Street.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
HPB 2290 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg absent · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner absent · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Consent Calendar — accepted
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg absent · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner absent · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
HIST-24-0005 — approved
5 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg absent · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner absent · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Tue May 28, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses multiple annexations and zoning changes

The City Council is considering several land annexation petitions, including the large Amara Addition. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East and various intergovernmental agreements regarding transportation.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-279 — adopted
8 nay · 8 yea
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay · Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 60 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri May 17, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

Liquor and beer license applications are up for hearing in Colorado Springs

The Division 2 hearings include requests for new liquor licenses, changes of location, and modifications to existing premises. The agenda includes several new business applications and one postponed item from April.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Tue May 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses tax amendments, land annexations, and utility agreements

The City Council will review several ordinances including sales tax changes, a $708,000 supplemental appropriation for the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund, and various zoning and annexation requests. The agenda also includes discussions on water rights purchases and automated vehicle identification systems.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-053 — finally passed
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley absent · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-102 — finally passed
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley absent · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-230 — approved
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley absent · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 13, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Colorado Springs Council reviews new city annexation plan

The City Council will hold an interactive work session regarding a new annexation plan for the city. The council may also enter executive session to discuss election districts and legal advice for a litigation settlement exceeding $100,000. Several agreements for traffic maintenance and trail projects are scheduled for introduction.

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Council Chambers
Wed May 8, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

City Planning Commission discusses multiple annexations and rezoning requests

The Planning Commission will review several land use items including various annexations, rezoning requests for Reagan Ranch and the Dream Center Campus, and a development standards adjustment for 101 South Union Boulevard. The agenda also includes a non-use variance for a group living residence at 4525 Northpark Drive.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-23-0028 — accepted
8 yea · 1 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea
The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue May 7, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Review of Penrose Library fencing and Form-Based Code updates

The Downtown Review Board will consider a request for a 7 foot high wrought iron style fence at the Penrose Library campus. The board will also receive a presentation regarding the Form-Based Code review process.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
DRB 2290 — accepted
7 yea · 2 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord absent · Sam Friesema absent · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea
FBZN-24-0005 — accepted
7 yea · 2 absent
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats absent · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord absent · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea · Amanda Luciano yea
Mon May 6, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Historic Preservation Board meets May 6, 2024

The board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and conduct training. The meeting includes a report of acceptability for a front porch alteration at 2029 N. Nevada Avenue.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
HPB 2289 — approved
5 yea · 3 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter absent · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
HIST-24-0003 — approved
5 yea · 3 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter absent · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Thu May 2, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission reviews multiple annexations, rezoning requests, and land use plans

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including various annexations for Air Lane, Space Village, and Colorado Centre. The session includes discussions on rezoning projects such as Reagan Ranch, the Dream Center Campus, and Printers Hill.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses budget appropriations, traffic ordinances, and a new fire station

The City Council will consider several legislative items including supplemental budget appropriations for the Conservation Trust Fund and Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund. The agenda includes multiple ordinance amendments regarding municipal code, motor vehicle regulations, and utility services. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding a zoning change for a new fire station.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-186 — adopted
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-102 — approved on first reading
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-053 — approved on first reading
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 25 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Updates on 2023 Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax contracts

The City Council will receive presentations regarding 2023 year-end Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract updates. These updates will be provided by Visit COS and the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC. The session also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

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Council Chambers
Fri Apr 19, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

New liquor and beer license applications in Colorado Springs

The Division 2 hearings include several new license applications for hotels, restaurants, and taverns. These items are presented for review and public comment.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews 222-unit Arrowswest Apartment development plan

The Planning Commission will consider a development plan for 222 apartment units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and multiple Amara Addition annexations.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 27 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-24-0004 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea
DEPN-24-0039 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0030 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0031 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0032 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0033 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0034 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0035 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0036 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0037 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0038 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0039 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0040 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0041 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0042 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0043 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0044 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0045 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0046 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
ANEX-23-0047 — accepted
7 yea · 2 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente nay · James McMurray nay · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett yea · Andrea Slattery yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses budget appropriations, municipal code changes, and land exchanges

The City Council is considering several supplemental appropriations for the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund and the Conservation Trust Fund. The agenda also includes various ordinance amendments regarding traffic laws, utility services, and zoning, alongside a proposed land exchange.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-134 — finally passed
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-135 — finally passed
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
CODE-24-0001 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 2 present · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-123 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila absent · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-125 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila absent · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-126 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila absent · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
24-133 — approved on first reading
6 yea · 2 present · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
The other 18 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council discusses various ordinances, tax updates, and land annexations

The City Council will review several proposed ordinances regarding automated vehicle identification, cemetery platting, and firefighter benefits. The session also includes contract updates for lodging taxes and informational presentations on three land annexation proposals.

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Council Chambers
Fri Apr 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

Hearings for previously postponed liquor and beer license applications

This meeting involves hearings for several liquor and beer license applications in Colorado Springs. These specific items were originally scheduled for March 15, 2024, but were postponed to this session.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Thu Apr 4, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission discusses rezoning and multiple Amara annexations

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including a multi-family development plan for Arrowswest Apartments. The session also includes the review of 23 separate annexation additions for the Amara project near Squirrel Creek Road and Link Road.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Apr 2, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Downtown Review Board considers two bar conversion proposals

The board will review conditional use development plans for two properties. These include converting a basement into a bar at 10 E Pikes Peak Ave and an office building into a bar at 16 E Kiowa St. The meeting also includes a presentation on Form-Based Code Review.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
DRB 2239 — accepted
8 yea
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea
FBZN-24-0003 — accepted
8 yea
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea
FBZN-24-0002 — accepted
8 yea
Bob Nolette yea · Carol Kuosman yea · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas yea
Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Historic Preservation Board reviews patio and solar additions on North Nevada Avenue

The board will consider two quasi-judicial reports regarding property modifications. These include a proposed patio cover at 1724 North Nevada Avenue and a new roof mounted solar PV system at 1320 North Nevada Avenue.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
HPB 2241 — accepted
6 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
HIST-24-0001 — approved
6 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
HIST-24-0002 — accepted
6 yea · 2 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick absent · Paul Baumgartner yea · Matthew Fitzsimmons yea · Sarah Potter yea · Judy Beerbaum yea · James Hines yea
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council discusses rezoning for Mark Dabling Boulevard and utility rate adjustments

The City Council is considering a rezoning ordinance for a property at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard. Additional items include resolutions for gas and electric service rates, a supplemental appropriation for the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund, and various city appointments and proclamations.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
24-134 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-135 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Mar 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Colorado Springs considers sales tax exemptions for affordable housing projects

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a new sales tax exemption for affordable housing projects. The session also includes a review of the 2023 financial update and the 2024 redistricting process. Additionally, council members will consider a $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund.

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Council Chambers
Fri Mar 15, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

New liquor and tavern license applications to be heard in Colorado Springs

The Division 2 Liquor and Beer License Hearings will review three new license applications. These include requests for a hotel and restaurant liquor license and two tavern licenses.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 11:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews major amendments for Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2

The commission will review several land use amendments for the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 area, including master plan changes and zone changes for over 500 acres. Other items include a request to vacate public right-of-way and a proposed zone change for a new fire station. A presentation on emergency response from the Fire Marshal is also scheduled.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-23-0034 — accepted
6 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay · 1 abstain
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray absent · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery abstain
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council to consider settlement regarding 2022 police taser deployment

The City Council will review a request to approve a settlement following a May 14, 2022, police contact and taser deployment. The agenda also includes an economic development agreement with Project TIB and the annexation of 21.879 acres for Black Forest Road Addition No. 2. Additionally, the council will hear an appeal regarding a multi-family residential development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPL-24-0002 — denied
6 nay · 2 yea · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico present
24-131 — approved
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
APPL-24-0002 — approved
7 yea · 1 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico present
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Mar 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council to consider $2,000,000 for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation replacement

The City Council will review proposed ordinance changes regarding annexation and utility services. The session includes presentations on the Amara Annexation and Golden Mill remediation. Members will also discuss updates to police policies and procedures.

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Council Chambers
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Major land use amendments and rezoning for Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2

The Commission will discuss several large-scale developments and master plan amendments within the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 area. The agenda also includes a zone change for Fire Station #24 at 2465 Interquest Parkway and an ordinance amendment regarding hearing schedules.

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30 S. Nevada Ave., Suite 102
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Downtown Review Board to conduct Form-Based Code Review

The Downtown Review Board will meet for a work session regarding the Form-Based Code Review. The agenda also includes approval of the February 6, 2024, meeting minutes.

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Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
DRB 2208 — accepted
5 yea · 2 absent · 1 abstain
Bob Nolette absent · Carol Kuosman abstain · Troy Coats yea · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler yea · David Lord yea · Sam Friesema yea · Bobby Mikulas absent
Mon Mar 4, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Parkside District Project introduction and historic resource survey worksession

The board will review the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes an introduction to the Parkside District Project and a worksession regarding the Historic Resource Survey Plan.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
HPB 2236 — accepted
4 yea · 2 abstain · 1 absent
Christine Lowenberg yea · Meredith Wardwell absent · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner yea · James Hines yea · Sarah Potter abstain · Matthew Fitzsimmons abstain
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses rezoning, land acquisitions, and utility ordinances

The City Council will consider several zoning map amendments and a land use plan for residential development. The agenda also includes various utility code updates, property acquisitions, and a supplemental budget appropriation for Nevada Avenue reconstruction.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MAPN-23-0005 — approved
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0014 — denied
6 nay · 2 yea · 1 present
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson nay · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms nay · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber nay · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico nay
24-091 — approved
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0014 — finally passed
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 present
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley nay · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Feb 26, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council discusses winter response, homelessness, and economic development

The City Council will receive updates regarding extreme winter response and southwest migrant efforts. The session also includes updates on city responses to homelessness and the introduction of an economic development agreement with Project TIB.

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Council Chambers
Mon Feb 26, 2024 · 1:00 PM

City Council

City Council to hear land use appeal for The Market at Pine Creek

The City Council is holding a special meeting to hear an appeal regarding a City Planning Commission decision. The appeal concerns a major concept plan amendment and a development plan for multi-family residential units located at 4150 Royal Pine Drive.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPL-24-0001 — approved
6 yea · 2 present · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila present · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley present · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
Fri Feb 16, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

City of Colorado Springs liquor and beer license hearings

The Division 2 hearing includes requests for new beverage licenses and a modification to an existing premises. These items are subject to public comment or opposition filed with the City Clerk.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Proposed rezoning for mini-storage and outdoor storage at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard

The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including a townhome development and an auto repair facility. The agenda also includes the annexation of 21.879 acres and updates to city annexation ordinances.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
NVAR-23-0055 — accepted
7 yea · 1 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos yea · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil nay · Andrea Slattery yea
NVAR-23-0056 — accepted
5 yea · 3 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil nay · Andrea Slattery nay
NVAR-23-0060 — accepted
5 yea · 3 nay
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs yea · Colby Foos nay · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray yea · Jen Cecil nay · Andrea Slattery nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 13, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses budget appropriations, utility agreements, and zoning changes

The City Council is considering several supplemental budget appropriations for the General Fund and public works. The agenda includes multiple resolutions regarding water service agreements and various city ordinances.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ZONE-23-0025 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-082 — adopted
6 yea · 3 nay
Yolanda Avila nay · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum nay · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico nay
The other 21 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Feb 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Council discusses land acquisition and Nevada Avenue reconstruction funding

The City Council is reviewing a supplemental appropriation for the General Fund to purchase real estate for Nevada Avenue reconstruction projects. The session also includes discussions on acquiring property from BNSF Railway and an intergovernmental agreement with the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority.

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Council Chambers
Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Ordinance proposed to update city annexation rules in the Unified Development Code

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including a rezoning for mini-storage and a new townhome development. The agenda also includes an annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road. Additionally, commissioners will consider an ordinance to update city annexation rules.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 701
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Downtown Review Board holds work session on February 6, 2024

The Downtown Review Board will conduct a virtual work session. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and an informal update regarding the Form-Based Code Review.

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Virtual Meeting
Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

The February 5 Historic Preservation Board meeting contains only procedural items.

The February 5, 2024, meeting of the Colorado Springs Historic Preservation Board consists of procedural agenda items. The board will review communications from the Senior Planner and consider approving minutes from the January 8, 2024, meeting.

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Virtual Meeting
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

Council considers $3.9 million budget appropriation for General Fund

The City Council will review a supplemental budget appropriation following TABOR revenue refunds. The agenda also includes public hearings for rezoning land to public parks and resolutions regarding road easements.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ANEX-23-0002 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ANEX-23-0003 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-047 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-001 — approved on first reading
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-017 — approved on first reading
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-007 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-016 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-020 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-036 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-044 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-048 — adopted
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0016 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
CPC ZC 21-00140 — finally passed
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
24-054 — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
9 yea
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson yea · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
Mon Jan 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

Introduction of Project Stronghold agreement and 2024 HUD action plan

The City Council will consider introducing a resolution for an economic development agreement with Project Stronghold. The session also includes a presentation from the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance.

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Council Chambers
Fri Jan 19, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

New liquor and beer license applications in Colorado Springs

The Division 2 hearings include several new license applications for hotels, restaurants, and taverns. One previously scheduled application for Homewood Suites & Tru has been postponed.

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Division 2, Municipal Court Building
Wed Jan 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission

Major land use amendments proposed for B2 section of Banning Lewis Ranch

The Planning Commission will review several large-scale development proposals, including major land use changes for 511 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch. The agenda also includes a 228-unit apartment project at Arrowswest Drive and an appeal regarding the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan.

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Regional Development Center (Hearing Room) 2880 International Circle
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
COPN-23-0015 — accepted
5 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs nay · Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray absent · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea
DEPN-23-0141 — accepted
5 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
John Almy yea · Jack Briggs nay · Colby Foos absent · Nadine Hensler yea · Scott Hente yea · James McMurray absent · Jen Cecil yea · Marty Rickett nay · Andrea Slattery yea
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council

City Council discusses zoning changes, easements, and utility adjustments

The City Council will consider several land use items including rezoning requests and an annexation of Capital Drive additions. The agenda also includes a resolution for gas cost adjustments from Colorado Springs Utilities and easement acquisitions for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project.

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Council Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CPC ZC 21-00140 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0016 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
ZONE-23-0014 — approved on first reading
8 yea · 1 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley yea · Michelle Talarico yea
UVAR-23-0005 — approved
7 yea · 2 nay
Yolanda Avila yea · Lynette Crow-Iverson yea · Dave Donelson nay · Randy Helms yea · Nancy Henjum yea · David Leinweber yea · Mike O'Malley yea · Brian Risley nay · Michelle Talarico yea
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jan 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council discusses road easements, budget amendments, and vehicle impoundment

The City Council will review several items including land acquisition for road projects and a supplemental budget appropriation. The session also includes discussions on economic development strategy and updates to vehicle impoundment ordinances.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jan 8, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Historic Preservation Board

Presentation of the Historic Resource Survey Plan

The board will review the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting. Additionally, Ron Sladek of Tatanka Historical Associates Inc is scheduled to present the Historic Resource Survey Plan.

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City Administration Building 30 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 102
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of the Minutes — accepted
4 yea
Brett Lobello yea · Christine Lowenberg yea · Patricia Musick yea · Paul Baumgartner yea
Thu Jan 4, 2024 · 9:00 AM

City Planning Commission Work Session

Planning Commission reviews major amendments to Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, including significant changes to the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 Master Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on new apartment developments and an appeal regarding the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan. This is an informal work session where no public comments are taken.

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30 South Nevada Ave, Suite 102
Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 9:00 AM

Downtown Review Board

Plan to convert space at 1003 S Tejon St into a bar

The Downtown Review Board will consider a conditional use development plan for a bar at 1003 S Tejon St. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 5, 2023, meeting.

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Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
FBZN-23-0010 — accepted
5 yea · 4 absent
Carol Kuosman absent · Bob Nolette yea · Latrina Ollie absent · Troy Coats absent · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler absent · Bobby Mikulas yea · Sam Friesema yea · David Lord yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved
5 yea · 4 absent
Carol Kuosman absent · Bob Nolette yea · Latrina Ollie absent · Troy Coats absent · Max Kronstadt yea · Nadine Hensler absent · Bobby Mikulas yea · Sam Friesema yea · David Lord yea