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.
- H Mart Springs Corp: New Retail Liquor Store License at 1872 Democracy Point
- Global Lounge OP COS LLC: New Tavern Liquor License at 7770 Milton E Proby Parkway
- Pikes Peak Post 4051 VFW: New Tavern Liquor License at 6523 N Academy Boulevard
- Old West Bar and Grill: New Tavern Liquor License at 525 S Circle Drive
- 92 Colorado Inc: New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 4431 Centennial Boulevard
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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.
- Conditional Use for Club Car Wash at 2651 North Gate Boulevard
- Conditional Use for car wash at 1705 N Academy Blvd.
- Non-Use Variance for Dutch Bros Coffee at 1802 E Platte Avenue and 307 N Union Boulevard
- Conditional Use for single-family detached units near Chelton Road and Hancock Expressway
- Conditional Use for a school at 4330 Mark Dabling Boulevard
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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.
- Economic Development Agreements for Project Phoenix, Project All Natural, Project Diamond, and Project Thunder
- 2025 Drainage Basin, Bridge, Detention Pond Facility, and Land Fees
- $107,500.00 land exchange for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project
- Annexation petitions for Karman Line Addition No. 1-6 and Peach Ranch Addition No. 1
- Rezoning of 2.1 acres at 1860 Office Club Point and 10.181 acres at 6855 Campus Drive
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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.
- Ordinance regulating electrical assisted bicycles on trails
- Ordinance prohibiting sitting or lying in commercial districts
- Ordinance banning firearms in government buildings
- Resolution updating park land dedication fees in lieu of land
- Closed executive session on downtown transit center real estate acquisition
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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.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Unified Development Code related to accessory dwelling units
- Six Karman Line annexations totaling approximately 1,900 acres northwest of Bradley Road and Curtis Road
- Establishment of a 1,912.62-acre Karman Line Land Use Plan
- Conditional use requests for car washes at 2651 North Gate Boulevard and 1705 N Academy Blvd
- Conditional use for a school at 4330 Mark Dabling Boulevard
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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.
- Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
- Presentation: Saving Places Conference by Jennifer Orrigo Charles
- Presentation: Historic Resource Survey Plan Update
- Presentation: Historic COS Workshop Series
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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.
- Ordinance waiving rights of first refusal on multifamily rental properties for affordable housing (HB24-1175)
- 2024 tax levy set at 3.554 mills with a temporary credit for business personal property
- Annexation and rezoning of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 multi-family high
- Rezoning of 40.20 acres at Powers and Interquest to MX-M and adoption of Kettle Creek Center land use plan
- Adoption of 2025 budget ordinance appropriating funds for city operations
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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.
- Economic Development Agreements for Project Phoenix, Project All Natural, Project Diamond, and Project Thunder
- Proposed 2025 Drainage Basin Fees, Bridge Fees, and Detention Pond Facility and Land Fees
- Payment of $107,500.00 for land and easements for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project
- Intergovernmental Agreement regarding the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority
- Informational presentations on natural medicine and the Pikes Peak Library District
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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.
- Pho Express Number 1, LLC seeks Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 5697 Barnes Road, Suite 110 (N-085516)
- CSprings Spa, LLC d/b/a Woodhouse Spa seeks Beer and Wine License at 1885 Briargate Parkway, Suite 515 (N-0857574)
- Aqua Nightclub, LLC d/b/a Aqua Nightclub seeks Tavern Liquor License at 1055 N Academy Boulevard (N-0857653)
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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.
- Annexation of 53.84 acres for Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1
- Annexation of Rock Creek Mesa Additions No. 1-6 totaling 50.61 acres
- Zone change for 10.181 acres at 6855 Campus Road to allow 65-foot building height
- Non-use variance for a 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road
- Ordinance and resolution to update Park Land Dedication acreage and 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).
- Closed executive session: discussion of strategy for four sales and use tax rebate economic development incentives (Projects All Natural Phoenix Thunder and Diamond)
- Introduction of resolution (24-625) rescinding Resolution 136-19 and establishing new fees for Development Review Enterprise building permit applications
- Introduction of resolution (24-626) rescinding Resolution 77-23 and establishing new fees for land development applications
- Introduction of ordinance (24-652) amending Unified Development Code sections on allowed uses, use-specific standards, parking, and definitions pertaining to Natural Medicine
- Presentation of the April 1, 2025 General Municipal Election Mail Ballot plan
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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.
- Ordinance 24-98: Includes property in Creekwalk Marketplace BID
- Ordinance 24-99: Excludes property from Creekwalk Marketplace BID
- Ordinance 24-96: Approves CSU 2025 budget
- Ordinance 24-97: Approves CSU 2025 sources of funds
- Ordinance 24-100: Amends zoning map for Cit
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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.
- Ordinance amending the Unified Development Code to allow natural medicine businesses (Item 8.P)
- Annexation of 53.84 acres for Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 and six Rock Creek Mesa additions totaling 104.45 acres (Items 8.B–8.L)
- Park Land Dedication Ordinance update with new acreage and fee schedule (Items 8.M–8.O)
- Non-use variance to allow a 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road where 4 feet is permitted (Item 8.A)
- Zone change and major modification at 6855 Campus Road allowing a 65-foot building height (Items 5.B–5.C)
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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.
- Conditional use to convert mixed‑use building at 123 & 127 East Las Animas St to a residential childcare facility
- Warrant to count on‑street parking toward parking standards
- Minor improvement plan: new stairs, outdoor recreation area, and reconfigured parking in FBZ‑T1
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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.
- Approve October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review consent calendar items
- Discuss unfinished business
- Present 2025 Historic Preservation Board Work Plan
- Provide Saving Places Conference update and annual ethics training
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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.
- Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Briargate SIMD at 0.00 mills (Item 2.A, 24-347)
- Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Colorado Avenue Gateway SIMD at 1.009 mills (Item 2.B, 24-348)
- Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Nor’wood SIMD at 3.935 mills (Item 2.C, 24-349)
- Ordinance repealing No. 23-63 and adopting the 2025 salary structure for city employees (Item 2.H, 24-610)
- Annual Appropriation Ordinance adopting the 2025 budget and appropriating funds (Item 2.J, 24-326)
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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.
- Review of the Mayor's 2025 City Budget (Item 24-552)
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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.
- Public hearing on electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater rates
- Proposed $1,788,249,623 appropriation for Colorado Springs Utilities annual sources of funds for 2025
- 2025 Operating Plan and Budget approvals for 18 different Business Improvement Districts
- Ordinance No. 24-91 and 24-92 regarding property inclusion and exclusion for Gold Hill North BID
- Ordinance No. 24-93 prescribing the salary of the City Attorney
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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.
- Proposed increase to 2024 Mesa Basin and Sand Creek Basin drainage fees
- 2025 budget and 5.000 mill levy for Downtown Development Authority
- 2025 budget and 4.409 mill levy for Briargate General Improvement District 2021
- 2025 budget and 50.00 mill levy for Marketplace at Austin Bluffs General Improvement District
- Acquisition of real property and temporary easement for Marksheffel Road - North Carefree to Dublin Project
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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.
- Item 2: Public comment on Mayor’s proposed 2025 City Budget (24-551)
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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.
- Modification of premises for Good Company Restaurant & Bar (Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License) at 7625-7633 N Union Boulevard (M-0728421)
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Gaia Masala & Burger at 12 S Tejon Street (N-0857109)
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Hotel Polaris at 8989 North Gate Boulevard (N-0857535)
- New Beer and Wine License for Spark by Hilton at 7245 Commerce Center Drive (N-0856759)
- New Brew Pub License for Mash Mechanix Brewing at 429-431 E Pikes Peak Avenue (N-0856929)
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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.
- Conditional use for Society of Classical Christian Education school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive (BP zone)
- Use variance to allow King's Ohana Pet Hotel to expand up to 10,000 sq ft at 856 Arcturus Dr (MX-M zone)
- Non‑use variance to increase garage size to 3,141 sq ft at 5202 Rocking R Drive
- Zone change of 40.20 acres from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale at New Life Drive & Interquest Parkway (OneVeLa Urban Renewal)
- Establishment of the Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan for the same 40.20‑acre site
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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.
- Resolution authorizing eminent domain for Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements
- Resolution authorizing eminent domain for easements for I‑25 Ramps/Nevada Tejon Corridor Improvements
- Resolution approving tax‑supported and special revenue bonds for Gold Hill North Business Improvement District
- Resolution adopting annexation of Park Vista Addition No. 10 (4372 Siferd Blvd)
- Resolution setting public hearing date (Nov 12, 2024) for Austin Bluffs GID 2025 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.
- Consent calendar approval for window and door alteration at 1317 N Tejon St (HIST‑24‑0014)
- Discussion of Historic Resource Survey Plan
- Discussion of HPB 2025 Work Program
- Discussion of Cache La Poudre 5H Mesa Rd Bridge Rehabilitation Project
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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.
- Conditional use for Society of Classical Christian Education elementary/secondary school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive
- Use variance to expand King's Ohana Pet Hotel and Spa up to 10,000 sq ft at 856 Arcturus Dr
- Non‑use variance for 3,141 sq ft garage at 5202 Rocking R Drive (standard 1,650 sq ft)
- Zone change of 40.20 acres at New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway from A (Agricultural) to MX‑M (Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale)
- Annexation and land‑use plan for Summit View Addition No. 1, 32 acres northeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & Templeton Gap Rd
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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.
- Ordinance No. 24-88 to certify delinquent stormwater fees to the El Paso County Treasurer
- Review of draft proposed Gas and Electric Cost Adjustment Rates effective October 1, 2024
- Ordinance No. 24-90 amending City Code Section 7.3.303.F regarding Marijuana-Related Services
- Service Plan for the Ovation Metropolitan District (60.28 acres south of Powers and Interquest Boulevard)
- Resolution reaffirming the city will remain a Non-Sanctuary City
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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.
- Ordinance adding property to Gold Hill North Business Improvement District (8.D)
- Ordinance removing property from Gold Hill North Business Improvement District (8.E)
- Resolution authorizing tax‑supported and special revenue bonds for Gold Hill North BID (8.F)
- Resolution authorizing eminent‑domain for Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements (8.I)
- Resolution authorizing eminent‑domain for I‑25 Ramps/Nevada Tejon Corridor Improvements (8.J)
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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.
- PizzAmore: Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard
- The Cavern Mens Barber Lounge: Beer and Wine License at 4750 Centennial Boulevard, Suite 101
- The Boil Daddy: Beer and Wine License at 5996 Stetson Hills Boulevard
- Spark by Hilton: Beer and Wine License at 7245 Commerce Center Drive
- KO Chicken: Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 100
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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.
- Non‑use variance for a 1‑ft rear‑yard setback at 1722 Woodburn St
- Conditional use to allow auto and light‑vehicle repair near Centennial Blvd and Grand Market Point
- Development standards adjustment for a 22‑ft‑6‑in front setback at 2338 N. El Paso St
- Conditional use for an animal‑care facility (20,800 sf) at 1516 Dustry Dr
- PTAA Addition No. 1 annexation of 14.12 acres southeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & North Marksheffel Rd
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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.
- Public hearing date for utility rate changes
- Ordinance amending marijuana-related services
- Intergovernmental agreement for SH 83 access control
- Approval of stormwater fee delinquency certification
- Approval of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services ordinance
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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.
- Authorization for Gold Hill North Business Improvement District to issue $18,110,000 in General Obligation Bonds and $2,996,000 in Subordinate Bonds
- Ordinances to include and exclude specific properties from the Gold Hill North Business Improvement District boundaries
- Resolution approving an Amended and Restated Service Plan for the Rock Metropolitan District
- Informational presentations on proposed annexations for Summit View Addition No. 1 and PTAA Addition No. 1
- Mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update from COPPeR
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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.
- Report of Acceptability for a new gas fire pit at 1515 North Cascade Avenue
- Report of Acceptability for residence and ADU renovation at 1809 North Tejon Street
- Historic Resource Survey Plan Update by Tatanka Historical Associates
- Presentation on 2025 Saving Places Conference by Colorado Preservation, Inc.
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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.
- Annexation of 14.12 acres (PTAA Addition No. 1) southeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & N. Marksheffel Rd (ANEX‑23‑0027)
- Non‑use variance for a 1‑ft rear yard setback at 1722 Woodburn St (NVAR‑24‑0006)
- Conditional use for an automobile repair shop (0.62 acres) near Centennial Blvd & Grand Market Point (CUDP‑24‑0013)
- Development standards adjustment for a 22‑ft‑6 in front setback at 2338 N. El Paso St (DVSA‑24‑0003)
- Use variance for a 2.4‑acre medical marijuana cultivation facility at 3758 Astrozon Blvd (UVAR‑24‑0002)
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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.
- Ordinance 24-86: Charter amendment to prohibit retail marijuana establishments
- Ordinance 24-87: Creation of Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority with a tax mill levy not to exceed five mills
- Use variance for light industrial use at 2732 W. Colorado Ave
- Service plan for Ovation Metropolitan District (60.28 acres south of Powers and Interquest Boulevard)
- Service plan for Percheron Park and Recreation District in Banning Lewis Ranch
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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.
- Ballot question resolution for the regulation of retail/recreational marijuana establishments
- Ordinance to certify delinquent stormwater fees to the El Paso County Treasurer
- Ordinance amending the Trails, Open Space and Parks Program (Article 6, Chapter 4)
- Visit COS 2024 mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update
- Careers in Construction Colorado update
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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.
- Solution Tavern: new Tavern Liquor License at 3352 Templeton Gap Road
- PizzAmore: new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard
- Chica's Sports Bar & Grill: new Tavern Liquor License at 3750 Astrozon Boulevard, Suites 120 & 130
- The Boil Daddy: new Beer and Wine License at 5996 Stetson Hills Boulevard
- Owambe African Restaurant & Lounge: new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 10 N Sierra Madre Street
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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.
- Ordinance amending City Code Section 7.3.303.F regarding Marijuana-Related Services
- Annexation of 2.18 acres at 4372 Siferd Boulevard (Park Vista Addition No. 10)
- Appeal of short-term rental permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road
- Conditional use for animal care facility at 1516 Dustry Drive
- Conditional use for automotive repair at 822 West Colorado Avenue
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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.
- Resolution to extend the 0.57% temporary sales tax for road repairs for ten years (10.A)
- Intergovernmental agreement for a Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan for SH 83 (Item 3)
- Ordinance 24‑60 annexing Dublin Park Addition No. 1, 2.06 acres (4A.A)
- Ordinance 24‑61 amending the zoning map for Dublin Park Addition to PK/SS‑O/AF‑O zone (4A.B)
- Charter amendment ordinance prohibiting retail marijuana establishments (10.B)
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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.
- Annexation of Park Vista Addition No. 10 (2.18 acres) at 4372 Siferd Boulevard
- Establishment of R-5 zone district for Park Vista Addition No. 10
- Conditional use permit for Humble Paws animal care facility at 1516 Dustry Drive
- Appeal of Short Term Rental permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road
- Conditional use permit for Colorado Ave Tire Sales at 822 West Colorado Avenue
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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.
- Ordinance 24‑47: authorize utility system revenue bonds up to $425 million
- Ordinance 24‑48: rezone 3.50 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Rd to mixed‑use medium scale
- Ordinance 24‑49: annex 0.66 acres at 4401 Siferd Blvd (Extol Park Vista Addition 2)
- Ordinance 24‑50: rezone 0.66 acres at 4401 Siferd Blvd to R5/AP‑O (multi‑family high)
- Ordinance 24‑56: annex 32.94 acres (Colorado Centre Addition 3) and create LI/AP‑O, GI/AP‑O, and MX‑M/AP‑O zones
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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.
- Annexation of 1.82 acres at 7830 Black Forest Road
- Conditional Use for a warehouse at 339 N. Academy Blvd.
- Conditional Use for personal or business services at 3230 E. Woodmen Road
- Annexation of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street
- Rezoning of 0.23 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 Multi-Family High
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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.
- $875,000 supplemental appropriation for Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension
- Utility System Improvement Revenue Bonds not to exceed $325,000,000
- Utility System Refunding Revenue Bonds not to exceed $100,000,000
- Rezoning of 3.50 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road
- Annexation of Extol Park Vista Addition No. 2 at 4401 Siferd Boulevard
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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.
- Resolution establishing 2025 Cemetery Fees and Charges
- Intergovernmental Agreement for the SH 83 Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan
- Quitclaim Deed acquisition for portions of Troy Hill Road from the Colorado Department of Transportation
- Resolution declaring intent to hold a Special Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
- Overview of the Office of the City Auditor
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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.
- Annexation of 1.82 acres at 7830 Black Forest Road
- Conditional Use for a warehouse at 339 N. Academy Blvd.
- Conditional Use for personal or business services at 3230 E. Woodmen Road
- Annexation of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street
- Rezoning of 0.23 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 Multi-Family High
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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.
- FBZN-24-0005: Construction of a 7’ 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.
- Resolution issuing a censure to Councilmember David Donelson
- Ratification of Councilmember assignments to appointed boards, commissions, and committees
- Appointments to Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments Board of Directors
- Appointments to Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority Board of Directors
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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.
- Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation on the Saving Places Conference by Colorado Preservation, Inc.
- Presentation on the Valley-Hi Neighborhood
- Standard procedural items including roll call and consent calendar
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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.
- Rezoning 4.825 acres southeast of South Union Boulevard and Airport Road for Dream Centers Commons
- Rezoning 7.04 acres southwest of State Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road for Reagan Ranch Industrial
- Rezoning 1.609 acres at 324 Beckers Lane to Mixed-Use Institutional
- $875,000 supplemental appropriation for Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension acquisition
- Public hearing for Printers Hill rezoning of 26.21 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
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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.
- Proposed Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority and mill levy not to exceed five mills
- Economic Development Agreement for Project Sunscreen
- Economic Development Agreement for Project Lightspeed
- Resolution to increase the 2024 Mesa Drainage Basin Fee
- Ordinance to dissolve the Sustainability Advisory Board
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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.
- Change of location for Elephant Thai from 3408 N Academy Boulevard to 4703, 4705 & 4707 N Academy Boulevard
- New Hotel and Restaurant License for Rusty Crab Daddy at 1430 Harrison Road
- New Hotel and Restaurant License for Burnt Toast at 7140 N Academy Boulevard
- New Beer and Wine License for Taco Express Voyager at 11661 Voyager Parkway
- New Lodging and Entertainment License for The Loft Music Venue at 2506 W Colorado Avenue
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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.
- Zone change for 3.28 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road from A/AP-O to MX-M/AP-O
- Non-use variance for a small animal clinic at 3703 Bloomington St
- Major modification for Sunset Amphitheater at 13045 Spectrum Loop to add 272 parking spaces
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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.
- Ordinance creating a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise
- Postponement of Arrowswest rezoning and apartment development plan to June 25, 2024
- Rezoning of 8.09 acres at Austin Bluffs Parkway and Goldenrod Drive
- Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
- Rezoning of 7.04 acres near State Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road
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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.
- Resolution to acquire ~2.54 acres of Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension via TOPS program
- Ordinance for $875,000 supplemental appropriation to the Trails, Open Space and Parks Fund
- Presentation of the 2024 City Council Strategic Plan
- City Financial Report for Q1 2024
- Colorado Youth Outdoors update
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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.
- Appeal of the Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan approval
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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.
- Zone change for 3.28 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road
- Non-use variance for small animal clinic at 3703 Bloomington St.
- Parking modification for Sunset Amphitheater at 13045 Spectrum Loop to add 274 spaces
- 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.
- FBZ conditional use development plan for 1107 South Nevada Avenue
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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.
- Solar addition on main house and detached garage at 1815 North Tejon Street
- 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.
- Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
- Intergovernmental agreement with CDOT for traffic control device maintenance
- Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority for Three Trails Crossing Project
- Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes_Peak Rural Transportation Authority for Sinton Trail Crossing at Centennial Blvd Project
- Annexation petitions for Extol Park Vista, Colorado Centre, Space Village, and Air Lane additions
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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.
- Change of location: Icons, LLC (3 E Bijou Street to 16 E Kiowa Street)
- Modification of premises: Clay Venues, LLC at 10 N Wahsatch Avenue
- Modification of premises: Trinity Brewing Company at 1466 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 184
- New beer and wine license: Dart Bags, LLC at 716 & 720 Arrawanna Street
- New hotel and restaurant liquor license: ARAMARK Entertainment, LLC at 95 Spectrum Loop
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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.
- Ordinance to plat two columbaria in Evergreen Cemetery
- $708,000 supplemental appropriation for the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund
- Annexation of 21.879-acres known as Black Forest Road Addition No. 2
- Resolution authorizing purchase of Fort Lyon Canal Company stock for Colorado Springs Utilities
- Rezoning of 805 Citadel Drive East and 4145 Arrowswest Drive
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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.
- New AnnexCOS annexation plan discussion
- Agreement with CDOT for highway traffic control maintenance
- Three Trails Crossing Project grant agreement
- Sinton Trail Crossing at Centennial Blvd Project grant agreement
- Legal consultation regarding a litigation settlement over $100,000
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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.
- Annexation of Air Lane Addition No. 1 (0.053 acres), No. 2 (3.062 acres), and No. 3 (1.508 acres)
- Rezoning and Land Use Plan for Reagan Ranch consisting of 7.04 acres
- Annexation and rezoning of Dublin Park Addition No. 1 (2.058 acres)
- Zone change and Land Use Plan for Dream Center Campus (4.84 acres)
- Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
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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.
- FBZ Warrant for a 7 foot high wrought iron style fence at 20 N Cascade Avenue
- Form-Based Code Review presentation
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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.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- 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.
- Reagan Ranch: Rezoning of 7.04 acres southwest of Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road
- Dream Center Campus: Zone change for 4.84 acres southeast of Union Boulevard and Airport Road
- Printers Hill: Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
- Central Bluffs CSU: Zone change for 8.09 acres at Austin Bluffs Parkway and Goldenrod Drive
- Colorado Centre No. 3: Annexation of 32.94 acres northwest of Foreign Trade Zone Boulevard and Bradley Road
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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.
- $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
- $658,100 supplemental appropriation to the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund
- Zoning change for 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for a fire station
- Ordinance regarding Evergreen Cemetery columbaria platting
- Ordinance amendments pertaining to Careless Driving and License Plate display
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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.
- Visit COS 2023 year-end LART contract update
- Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC 2023 year-end LART contract update
- Review of April 8, 2024, City Council Work Session 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.
- Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Las Tortugas at 3001 S Academy Boulevard, Suite 100
- Tavern License: Crooked Cue at 112 N Tejon Street, Suite 100
- Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Frontline Social Club at 3255 Cinema Point
- Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Por Favor Tacos & Tragos at 4657 Centennial Boulevard, Units 100 & 120
- Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: New Day Cafe at 13375 Voyager Parkway, Suite 110
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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.
- Development Plan for 222 dwelling units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
- Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
- Conditional use permit for vehicle repair at 1197 Space Center Drive
- Rezoning of 6.87 acres at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
- Multiple Amara Addition annexations along Bradley Road and Squirrel Creek Road
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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.
- $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation system
- $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
- Land exchange resolution between the City and Cloud Family Partnership, LLLP; and CSFM RE LLC Parcels
- Ordinance amendments regarding careless driving and license plate display
- Rezoning of 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for a future fire station
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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.
- Supplemental appropriation of $658,100 to the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax (LART) Fund
- Ordinance for platting two columbaria in Evergreen Cemetery, Block 210
- Ordinances pertaining to Automated Vehicle Identification Systems (AVIS)
- Annexation of 0.659 acres at 4401 Siferd Boulevard
- Annexation of 2.178 acres at 4372 Siferd Boulevard
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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.
- Mausam Indian Flavors liquor license application at 3167 W Colorado Avenue (postponed)
- Club Q tavern license application at 3430 N Academy Boulevard (postponed)
- Peak Improv Theater tavern license application at 3440 N Carefree Circle, Suites 140-150 (postponed)
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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.
- Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
- Conditional use for automobile repair at 1197 Space Center Drive
- Rezoning of 6.87 acres at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
- Development plan for 222 dwelling units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
- Review of 23 Amara Annexation additions
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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.
- Conditional use development plan for 10 E Pikes Peak Ave (basement to bar)
- Conditional use development plan for 16 E Kiowa St (office to bar)
- Form-Based Code Review presentation
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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.
- Patio cover addition at 1724 North Nevada Avenue
- New roof mounted solar PV system at 1320 North Nevada Avenue
- Historic Preservation Board Training presentation
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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.
- Rezoning of 6.26 acres at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard
- Resolution for regional wastewater service agreement with Falcon Area Water and Wastewater Authority
- Gas cost adjustment and capacity charge rates effective April 1, 2024
- Electric cost adjustment, capacity charge, and green power service rates effective April 1, 2024
- $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation system
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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.
- Ordinance for sales tax exemptions on affordable housing projects
- $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
- Land exchange resolution involving Cloud Family Partnership, LLLP
- Amendments to traffic ordinances regarding careless driving and license plate display
- Review of the 2024 City Council redistricting process
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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.
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Mausam Indian Flavors at 3167 W Colorado Avenue
- New Tavern License: Club Q at 3430 N Academy Boulevard
- New Tavern License: Peak Improv Theater at 3440 N Carefree Circle, Suites 140-150
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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.
- Master Plan Major Amendment for Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 (511.20 acres)
- Zone change for 502 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
- Proposed zone change of 4.78 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for Fire Station #24
- Conditional use for automobile repair at Marksheffel Road and Constitution Avenue
- Ordinance amendment regarding Unified Development Code hearing scheduling
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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.
- Settlement request following a May 14, 2022, police contact and taser deployment
- Economic Development Agreement with Project TIB
- Annexation of 21.879 acres for Black Forest Road Addition No. 2
- Rezoning ordinance for 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard
- 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.
- $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation replacement
- Proposed Amara Annexation and fiscal impact analysis
- Updates to Sworn and Civilian Policies and Procedures Manual
- Ordinance changes regarding water and wastewater services
- Update on Golden Mill Cycle Remediation
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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.
- Master Plan Major Amendment for 511.20 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2
- Rezoning of 502 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
- Zone change for Fire Station #24 at 2465 Interquest Parkway
- Vacation of 35.856 acres of public right-of-way near Banning Lewis Parkway
- Ordinance amendment regarding Unified Development Code hearing scheduling
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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.
- Form-Based Code Review presentation
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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.
- Introduction of Parkside District Project
- HPB Worksession: Historic Resource Survey Plan
- Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes
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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.
- Rezoning of 903 Swope Avenue from R-1 6 to R2
- Rezoning of 60.28 acres northwest of Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard from PK to R-Flex Low
- Approval of the Ovation Land Use Plan for 60.28 acres near Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard
- Supplemental appropriation not to exceed $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue reconstruction real estate
- Acquisition of approximately 11.962 acres of property from BNSF Railway
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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.
- PPROEM January Extreme Winter Response and SW Migrants update
- Update on City response to homelessness
- Resolution approving an Economic Development Agreement between the City of Colorado Springs and Project TIB
- Discussion regarding legal advice for a litigation settlement in excess of $100,000
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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.
- Appeal of The Market at Pine Creek Major Concept Plan Amendment (7.87 acres)
- Royal Pine Apartments Development Plan 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.
- Premises modification for Mexico Real Family Restaurant at 3802 Maizeland Road
- New Tavern License application for The Tropicz, LLC at 1003 S Tejon Street
- New Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer License for Kum & Go LC d/b/a Maverik 5414 at 4931 Fountain Ford View
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Akarui Sushi & Wok, LLP at 5605 N Academy Boulevard
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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.
- Rezoning 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard for mini-storage and outdoor storage
- Conditional use for auto repair at 7752 Barnes Road
- Proposed 20-unit townhome development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard
- Annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road
- Ordinance to update city annexation procedures
zoninghousingannexationland-usedevelopment
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.
- Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund and $828,478 to the Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax Fund
- Postponement of an appeal regarding The Market at Pine Creek and Royal Pine Apartments development
- Ordinance to amend vehicle impoundment rules in Chapter 10
- Supplemental appropriation not to exceed $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue Reconstruction real estate purchase
- Rezoning of 903 Swope Avenue from R-1 6 to R2
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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.
- Supplemental appropriation up to $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue reconstruction real estate
- Resolution to acquire approximately 11.962 acres of real property from BNSF Railway
- Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority regarding project cost reimbursement
- Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Annual Report presentation
- The Ridge Affordable Housing Post-Occupancy Analysis report
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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.
- Rezoning 6.26 acres at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard for mini-storage and outdoor storage
- Conditional use for a 34,000 square foot auto repair facility at 7752 Barnes Road
- Annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road
- Development of 20 attached townhomes at 4113 Centennial Boulevard
- Ordinance to update annexation procedures in the Unified Development Code
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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.
- Approval of January 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Form-Based Code Review (DRB 23-455)
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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.
- Approval of January 8, 2024, meeting minutes
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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.
- Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund
- Rezoning 45.33 acres near N Carefree Circle and Tutt Blvd to a Public Park
- Easements for Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project via eminent domain
- Annexation of Capital Drive Addition No. 2 (6.63 acres)
- Ordinance regarding vehicle impoundment procedures
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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.
- Resolution approving Economic Development Agreement with Project Stronghold
- Resolution to approve draft 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD submittal
- Presentation by 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.
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Homewood Suites & Tru at 2845 Zeppelin Road (Postponed)
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Torchy's Tacos at 3015 New Center Point, Suite 150
- New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Sofia's Antojitos at 4037 Tutt Boulevard
- New Tavern License: My Cellar at 9258 Forest Bluffs View
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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.
- Master Plan amendment for 511.20 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2
- Conditional use for a Honda dealership at 1070 Interquest Parkway
- Development plan for 228 units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
- Zone change for 9.2 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
- Appeal of 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.
- Gas Cost Adjustment Resolution effective January 15, 2024
- Easement acquisitions from BNSF Railway and Union Pacific for South Circle Drive Bridge Project
- Rezoning of 7.9 acres near Thunder Mountain Avenue and Daydreamer Drive to Public Park
- Rezoning of 45.33 acres southeast of N Carefree Circle and Tutt Blvd to Public Park
- Rezoning of 60.28 acres northwest of Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard to R-Flex Low
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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.
- Easements for the Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project
- Easements from BNSF Railway and Union Pacific for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project
- Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund and $828,478 to the Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax Fund
- Ordinance regarding the removal and impoundment of vehicles
- Proposed gas cost adjustment effective January 15, 2024
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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.
- Approval of the September 11, 2023, meeting minutes
- Presentation on the Historic Resource Survey Plan by Tatanka Historical Associates Inc
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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.
- Major amendments to Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 Master Plan (511.20 acres)
- Conditional use for motor vehicle sales at 1070 Interquest Parkway
- Development plan for Royal Pine Apartments at 4150 Royal Pine Drive
- Appeal of the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan
- 228-unit multi-family dwelling proposal at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
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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.
- Conditional use development plan for a bar at 1003 S Tejon St
- Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes
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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