Commerce City public meetings in 2024

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The Commerce City Council Retreat Planning Committee will meet virtually on Dec. 31, 2024. Members will discuss the skill set and compatibility needed for the retreat, conduct pre‑session interviews, and outline a written summary with optional follow‑up work. The meeting concludes with final questions and closing remarks.

• Welcome and introductions
• Discussion on skill set and compatibility for the retreat
• Pre‑session interviews and context setting
• Written summary and optional follow‑up work
• Final questions, closing, and adjournment

City Council

The Commerce City City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Adams 14 School District. Council members will hear updates from the school superintendent and the city manager, and will discuss the frequency and format of future joint meetings. The agenda also includes a discussion of special activities and collaboration opportunities.

• Welcome and Introductions
• Superintendent's Update
• City Manager's Update
• Discussion of frequency and format of future meetings
• Special activities and collaboration opportunities

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

This is a procedural planning meeting for the City Council Retreat. The committee will discuss skill sets, compatibility, and pre-session interviews. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion on skill set and compatibility for the retreat
• Pre-session interviews and context setting
• Written summary and optional follow-up work

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from November and discuss the 2025 work plan and budget. The meeting then adjourns to a member dinner. No other items or votes are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of 2025 work plan and budget

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The City Council Retreat Planning Committee will hold a virtual meeting to interview a prospective facilitator for the upcoming retreat. The sole substantive item is an interview under New Business (Item 24-302), with a facilitator flyer attached for reference.

• Interview with prospective facilitator (Item 24-302; Facilitator Flyer attached)

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will meet to elect officers and review its work plan and budget for 2025. The meeting will be held via Zoom on December 19, 2024.

• Election of officers
• 2025 Planning
• Work Plan and Budget Review
• Public Comment period

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, has been cancelled.

Cultural Council

This is a special meeting of the Commerce City Cultural Council. The council will discuss a summer photography show, new art show ideas, and the use of a new mobile monitor, as well as review selection criteria for art shows.

• Review of calendar
• Summer Photography Show discussion
• New Art Show Ideas and use of new mobile monitor
• Selection Criteria for Art Show

The Cultural Council meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, was canceled and rescheduled for January. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda items listed were not discussed.

• Meeting canceled and rescheduled for January

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider several budget amendments, including Ordinance 2651 that recognizes $409,823 in HUD Community Development Block Grant funds for the 2025 budget. Additional ordinances amend the 2024 and 2025 budgets for ARPA and police funding, and resolutions authorize contracts for road construction, bridge replacement, and software services. The council will also vote on marijuana licensing ordinances and a resolution to cancel meetings on city holidays.

• Ord 2651 – adds $409,823 HUD CDBG funds to the 2025 budget
• Ord 2650 – amends 2024 budget ARPA funding appropriations
• Ord 2652 – allocates $261,250 from ARPA to a police co‑response program
• Res 2024-108 – authorizes contract for construction of E 88th Avenue – Segment A
• Ord 2623 – repeals moratorium on new retail and medical marijuana store licenses

The Commerce City Council approved directing staff to prepare an ordinance appropriating $300,000 for community gatherings and to review alternatives to the park curfew. It also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts for road construction and design, and advanced ordinances on first reading to lift marijuana store moratoriums and add security/storage requirements. A resolution to deny a zoning case failed on a tie vote, and a resolution for Chambers Road design was adopted despite a failed motion to continue it.

• Approved motion to prepare ordinance appropriating $300,000 for community gatherings (9-0)
• Approved motion to research alternatives to park curfew (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-109 awarding Chambers Road widening design to Martin/Martin, Inc. (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-113 for IGA with South Adams County Water and Sanitation District (6-3)
• Approved Ordinance 2623 on first reading to repeal marijuana store moratorium in Wards I and II (6-3)
• Approved Ordinance 2624 on first reading adding marijuana business security/storage requirements (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2625 on first reading adding limits on number of marijuana retail stores (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2661 on first reading to repeal residential metro district moratorium (5-4)

Marijuana Licensing Authority

The Marijuana Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider a new retail store application from Social Reunion, LLC, doing business as Social Cannabis Dispensary, located at 18494 E 104th Ave. The meeting includes only this item and procedural actions.

• Public hearing for 24-301: new retail store application for Social Reunion, LLC d/b/a Social Cannabis Dispensary at 18494 E 104th Ave

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission is holding a study session regarding a holiday celebration. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Holiday Celebration discussion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hear a presentation from Cynthia Montes and discuss planning for the January meeting, Q1 calendar of events, and subcommittee goals. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or funding items.

• Presentation from Cynthia Montes (topic not specified)
• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Planning for January meeting and agenda
• Q1 calendar of events discussion
• Subcommittee goal and calendar planning

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved the November meeting minutes unanimously. They heard a presentation on the National Day of Persons with Disabilities and received an update on the DEI needs assessment presented to City Council on Dec 9. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on informational updates and planning for future meetings.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed DEI needs assessment findings presented to City Council
• Set agenda items for January: bylaws review and meeting format discussion
• Planned Q1 calendar events (blood donor month, Black history month, HIV/AIDS awareness)

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes and updates from two consultants, Cook Street Consulting and Mission Square. No specific decisions or policy changes are listed on the agenda. The next meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2025.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Update from Cook Street Consulting
• Update from Mission Square
• Next meeting set for March 11, 2025

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

This is a planning committee meeting for the City Council retreat. The committee will discuss retreat topics and preparations. No votes or binding decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of retreat topics and preparations

City Council

This is a study session with presentations and discussions on several topics; no formal votes or decisions are scheduled. Items include the 120th Avenue Corridor Preferred Alternative, PRG Master Plan implementation, police substation design, a joint meeting with the Derby Review Board, and a DEI needs discussion.

• Pres 24-664: DEI Needs Discussion
• Pres 24-507: Joint Meeting with the Derby Review Board (Derby Master Plan, Design Guidelines, Downtown District PUD)
• Pres 24-532: 120th Avenue Corridor Preferred Alternative
• Pres 24-608: PRG Master Plan Implementation Update
• Pres 24-529: Police Substation Professional Design Update

City Council Legislative Committee

The Commerce City Council Legislative Committee will meet to receive an introduction to the Colorado State Legislature and updates from the State House and Senate. The committee will also discuss the city's role and lobbyist protocols. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Introduction to the Colorado State Legislature
• State House & Senate Updates
• Commerce City's Role & Lobbyist Protocols

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation is holding its annual planning retreat. The board will elect a chair and vice chair, review subcommittee programs including grants and scholarships and the Curt Holland Golf Tournament fundraiser, set goals for 2025, and review the 2025 calendar.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Election of chair and vice chair
• Review of grants and scholarship program and rubric
• Review of Curt Holland Golf Tournament partnership matrix and planning timeline
• 2024 goal review and 2025 goal setting

The Quality Community Foundation held its annual planning retreat, electing Kayla Burby as Chair and Sarai Thomas as Vice Chair. They approved a scholarship payment for a student studying abroad, denied a grant recipient's request to repurpose unused funds, and approved 2025 goals with the removal of a recreation scholarship fundraising item. The board also amended bylaws to use Bob's Rules of Order.

• Elected Kayla Burby as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Sarai Thomas as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved scholarship payment for study abroad (unanimous)
• Denied grant recipient's request to use unused funds for future projects (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 goals with removal of recreation scholarship fundraising (unanimous)
• Amended bylaws to follow Bob's Rules of Order (unanimous)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will receive updates on the Crime Prevention Unit and specific criminal incidents. The board will also discuss 2025 goals and administrative requests for board member email addresses and business cards.

• Overview of the first Citizens Academy
• Crime Prevention Unit (CPU) support and Neighborhood Watch groups
• Update on fatal crash at E 104th Ave. and Hwy 85
• Update on homicide near E 64th Ave. and Monaco
• Proposal for board business cards and C3gov email addresses

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and reviewed 2024 activities, including the first Citizens Academy. Police staff provided updates on the Crime Prevention Unit, a fatal crash, and a homicide. No formal votes were taken; the board discussed future support for Neighborhood Watch and tabled 2025 goals until the next meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Discussed supporting Crime Prevention Unit and Neighborhood Watch groups
• Received updates on fatal crash at E 104th Ave. and Hwy 85
• Received update on homicide near E 64th Ave. and Monaco
• Proposed business cards and C3gov email for board; forwarded to City Clerk
• Tabled 2025 goals discussion to next meeting

Youth Commission

This meeting of the Commerce City Youth Commission scheduled for December 5, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The next meeting will be scheduled at a later date.

Planning Commission

The Commerce City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including a proposed ordinance to set regulations for natural medicine businesses. Other items include a car wash in a planned unit development, a conditional use permit for an event center, and an annexation zone change. After the regular meeting, the commission will adjourn to a study session on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Ordinance amending Land Development Code to set regulations for Natural Medicine (TXT24-0003)
• Car Wash PUD Zone Document Amendment at 12411 East 104th Avenue (PUDA23-0004)
• Conditional Use Permit for event center at 7390 Highway 2 (CUP24-0002)
• Annexation Zone Change for 8581 Rosemary Street from ADCO A-1 to Commerce City C-3 (Z-959-19-24)

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of a C-3 (Regional Commercial) zoning for a 0.45-acre property at 8581 Rosemary Street, associated with its annexation from Adams County. The commission also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for an event center at 7390 Highway 2 and a text amendment regulating natural medicine healing centers. A proposed car wash at 12411 East 104th Avenue was continued to the January 7 meeting.

• Recommended C-3 zoning for 8581 Rosemary Street annexation (5-0)
• Recommended conditional use permit for event center at 7390 Highway 2 (5-0)
• Recommended text amendment for natural medicine regulations (5-0)
• Continued car wash PUD amendment to January 7 (4-1)
• Approved November 6 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

This meeting includes a public hearing on the One Buckley PUD zone document amendment to allow new commercial and residential land uses at the northeast corner of East 120th Avenue and Buckley Road. The consent agenda features contracts for citywide wiring upgrades, asphalt crack repair, and construction inspection for the E. 96th Avenue widening project. Council will also consider a motion to reconsider the Buffalo Run clubhouse project approval and hold an executive session for the city attorney's performance review.

• Public hearing on One Buckley PUD zone amendment allowing commercial and residential uses at 120th & Buckley
• Award of contract for citywide wiring upgrades to Piper Communication Services
• Award of construction inspection contract for E. 96th Avenue widening (Chambers to Tower) to David Evans and Associates
• Setting a public hearing for the Carbajal Auto annexation petition (AN-255-22-24)
• Motion to reconsider the November 18 approval of the Buffalo Run clubhouse project

The Council introduced Ordinance Z-792-05-24, amending the One Buckley PUD zone document to allow new planning areas, commercial and residential uses, and design standards, with conditions including 30% commercial development in Planning Area C and 15% park space in Planning Area B. The Council also approved the consent agenda as amended, including contracts for wiring upgrades, asphalt crack repair, and other items. A motion to reconsider the Buffalo Run Clubhouse project failed (4-5), and a motion to repeal the Metro District moratorium was approved (5-4).

• Introduced One Buckley PUD zone amendment with conditions (6-3)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (7-0, 2 excused)
• Approved contract for citywide wiring upgrades to Piper Communication Services
• Awarded 2024 asphalt crack repair Phase 2 to Western Plains Construction
• Approved construction inspection contract for E. 96th Avenue widening
• Approved CDBG CAPER evaluation report (9-0)
• Directed City Manager to bring ordinance repealing Metro District moratorium (5-4)
• Motion to reconsider Buffalo Run Clubhouse project failed (4-5)

City Council

This special meeting includes a public hearing on rezoning 10225 Chambers Road from Agricultural to Multi-Family Residential, a presentation and discussion on marijuana code updates and a potential moratorium, and a consent agenda with short-term rental fee and code changes, budget amendments, and housing contracts. The council will also consider ordinances on first reading and an executive session on an intergovernmental agreement with the Housing Authority.

• Public hearing on rezoning 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential)
• Presentation and discussion on marijuana code updates and a moratorium
• Consent agenda: short-term rental licensing fee (Res 2024-128) and code amendments (Ord 2653, Ord 2648)
• Budget amendments: Ord 2650 (ARPA), Ord 2651 (CDBG $409,823), Ord 2652 (ARPA $261,250 for police co-response program)
• Contracts for housing improvements: Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. and Habitat for Humanity, and emergency rental assistance with Community Economic Defense Project

The Commerce City Council held a special meeting on November 25, 2024, and took several actions. The most significant decision was the rejection of a rezoning request for 10225 Chambers Road from Agricultural (AG) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3), which failed on a 3-5 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda as amended, adopted several resolutions for grant writing services and housing contracts, and introduced ordinances on first reading for budget amendments and short-term rental regulations. An ordinance to establish a Metropolitan District Advisory Commission was defeated on first reading.

• Rezoning at 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3 denied (3-5)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-136 for FHU grant writing services (5-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-137 for Lotus Engineering grant writing services (3-5)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-138 for Eleventh House Solutions grant writing services (3-5)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-151 for emergency rental/mortgage assistance (7-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 2650 amending 2024 budget with ARPA funds (8-0)
• Ordinance 2622 establishing Metropolitan District Advisory Commission defeated (2-6)

Urban Renewal Authority

This special meeting of the Commerce City Urban Renewal Authority will consider Resolution URA 2024-007, which authorizes a second amendment to the purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for a retail development at the former Mile High Greyhound Park. The authority will also approve minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution URA 2024-007: Second amendment to purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for retail development at former Mile High Greyhound Park

The Urban Renewal Authority approved a resolution authorizing the second amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with DPC Companies for the former Mile High Greyhound Park retail development. The vote passed unanimously with 10 ayes. The meeting also approved the minutes from the November 4, 2024 session.

• Approved second amendment to DPC Companies purchase agreement for Mile High Greyhound Park (10-0)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting (10-0)
• Excused two absent commissioners (10-2)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a new community well-being position and the remaining 2024 budget. The body is also scheduled to vote on anti-idling signs.

• Voting on anti-idling signs
• Review of 2024 remaining budget
• Discussion of new community well-being position

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

This is a planning committee meeting only, not a regular or special meeting. No formal action will be taken. The committee will discuss desired topics for the retreat and select a retreat facilitator.

• Discussion of desired topics for the retreat
• Discussion and selection of a retreat facilitator

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The November 19, 2024 meeting of the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Planning Commission

The Commerce City Planning Commission meeting on November 19, 2024 will address procedural business, including a training session on land development project types, and standard commission, attorney, and staff business. No specific decisions, proposals, or contracts are listed on the agenda. The meeting will be held in Room 2108 at 7887 E. 60th Ave and can be joined virtually via Zoom or watched live on the city’s YouTube channel.

• Training on land development project types
• Commission Business (procedural)
• Attorney Business (procedural)
• Staff Business (procedural)
• Adjournment

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will consider and approve the October meeting minutes, review and adopt the draft 2025 budget, and adopt the draft 2025 goals. Subcommittee reports on Music in the Park, Public Art, Art Exhibitions, and Community Engagement will be discussed. New business includes a purchase of a fitted tablecloth for $205 and Tide pens for $6.50. The meeting will also set the date for the December meeting on 12/17.

• Approval of October meeting minutes (Min 24-209)
• Approval of 2025 Budget Draft (24-280)
• Adoption of 2025 Goals Draft (24-281)
• Tablecloth purchase: $205 fitted tablecloth + $6.50 for Tide pens
• Schedule December meeting for 12/17 at 6 pm in Civic Center

The Cultural Council approved the 2025 budget and 2025 goals, including a 10% attendance increase for Music in the Park. Members also allocated $500 for the Monaco Park public art celebration and voted to cancel the December meeting.

• Approved 2025 budget (7-1)
• Approved 2025 goals with 10% attendance increase for Music in the Park (unanimous)
• Allocated $500 for Monaco Park celebration (unanimous)
• Cancelled December meeting (unanimous)
• Approved January meeting to be held virtually (unanimous)
• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The city council will conduct a public hearing on a resolution issuing a certificate of designation for a solid waste disposal site and facility, including a revised engineering plan and relocation of the entrance, located at the southeast corner of Tower Road and East 88th Avenue. The council will also consider second reading of an ordinance zoning the Anderson Ranch Annexation (9901 Chambers Road) as a PUD district, and first reading of an ordinance regulating commercial kennels, hobby breeders, and pet stores. Consent agenda items include appointment of board members and approval of a garbage and recycling contract with Republic Services.

• Public hearing on solid waste disposal site certificate of designation for landfill at southeast corner of Tower Road and East 88th Avenue
• Second reading of ordinance to zone the Anderson Ranch Annexation (9901 Chambers Road) as a PUD zone district
• First reading of ordinance amending city code to regulate commercial kennels, hobby breeders, and pet stores
• Consent item: resolution approving selection of Republic Services for curbside garbage and recycling program and authorizing contract negotiation
• Consent item: resolution awarding master services agreement for scanning services to Rocky Mountain Microfilm and Imaging LLC (RMMI)

The City Council approved a certificate of designation for a landfill expansion at Tower Road and 88th Avenue. They also finalized the annexation and zoning of the Anderson Ranch property and advanced an ordinance regarding commercial kennels and pet stores. Additionally, the council directed staff to pursue various administrative initiatives, including tree planting partnerships and road condition advocacy.

• Approved landfill certificate of designation (9-0)
• Approved Anderson Ranch annexation and zoning (8-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2647 on first reading (7-2)
• Approved Republic Services waste contract (9-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Buffalo Run Clubhouse option 3 (5-4)
• Authorized Mayor Pro Tem to speak at Suncor lawsuit news conference (6-3)
• Directed staff to support Boulder AIR grant application (8-1)
• Approved letter to CDOT regarding poor road conditions (9-0)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will hold a second reading of an ordinance to include portions of the Anderson Ranch property, located at 9901 Chambers Road, into the district. The ordinance was approved on first reading on October 21, 2024. This is the final step before adoption.

• Second reading of Ordinance NIGID23-0001 to include Anderson Ranch (9901 Chambers Road) into the district

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District approved an ordinance on second and final reading to include portions of land known as Anderson Ranch, located at 9901 Chambers Road, into the district. The vote was unanimous, 9-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved NIGID23-0001 adding Anderson Ranch land at 9901 Chambers Road to the district (9-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission met to approve minutes and discuss the monthly budget. Commissioners decided to spend leftover funds on swag items and set goals for the January meeting. The body also discussed terminating an inactive member from the commission.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Budget discussion to spend leftover money on swag items
• Discussion of 2025 goals and event planning for January
• Motion to request City Council terminate an inactive commission member
• Guest speaker from the Active Adult Center

The Commerce City Senior Commission approved the October meeting minutes, reviewed the monthly budget, and discussed 2025 goals and event dates. Commissioners also voted to request that the City Council terminate an inactive member.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Requested City Council terminate an inactive commission member

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss ongoing projects, plan subcommittee 2025 goals, review Q4 purchases, set remaining meeting schedule, and consider a member removal. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Presentation on ongoing projects and processes by Marisol Shaw
• Subcommittees to prepare 2025 goals and workplan for January meeting
• Review of 2024 Q4 purchases
• Discussion of member removal from the commission
• Setting remaining 2024 meeting schedule and agenda

The Commerce City Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission held a special meeting on November 13, 2024, and approved several administrative items. They unanimously approved the September minutes, a list of purchases using remaining 2024 budget funds, and a rescheduling of the November 27 meeting to December 11. Subcommittee assignments for 2025 were shared, and member Marisol Shaw resigned effective that day.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of bracelets, fidgets, coloring books, chapsticks, business cards, prize wheel, banners, canopy & weights (unanimous)
• Rescheduled November 27 meeting to December 11 at 5:30pm on Zoom (unanimous)
• Noted resignation of Marisol Shaw, effective November 13, 2024

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is holding a study session to discuss planning and logistics for the Summer Shindig and Music in the Park events. Topics include food and funding, community booths, and marketing. The meeting also includes general planning updates. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of food and funding for Summer Shindig and Music in the Park
• Community booth arrangements for the events
• Marketing strategies for Summer Shindig and Music in the Park
• General planning updates

The Cultural Council discussed two options for the 2025 Music in the Park/Summer Shindig events and preferred the second option: hosting 4 Music in the Parks with snacks instead of meals, and shifting Summer Shindig to the city's Park After Dark series with full meals and booths. No formal vote was taken; staff will connect with leadership and the group will reconvene in the second week of December. Planning updates noted 2 bands booked for June 12 and June 26, with a third ask out, and Chicano Heat opening the series at Veterans.

• Preferred option 2: 4 Music in the Parks with snacks, Summer Shindig moved to Park After Dark (discussion, no vote)
• Agreed to have clear communication in all marketing regarding event offerings
• Staff to connect with leadership; group to reconvene in 2nd week of December
• 2 bands booked for 6/12 and 6/26; third band ask out for final date
• Chicano Heat to open the series at Veterans

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to approve the 2025 budget and vote on shirt orders. Members will also discuss qualifications for the NLC in Washington D.C. and YCD membership.

• 2025 Budget Approval
• Vote on shirts to order
• Washington D.C. NLC Qualifications
• YCD Membership
• Updates on Sweet Child of Mine Dance, Cereal with Santa, Project Present, and Tree Lighting

The Commerce City Youth Commission approved the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting and the 2025 budget. They also approved orders for pink, grey women's, and grey men's long-sleeve T-shirts. The meeting included updates on upcoming events but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget
• Approved pink T-shirt order
• Approved grey women's T-shirt order
• Approved grey men's long-sleeve T-shirt order

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a zone change from AG to R-3 for a 12.7-acre property at 10225 Chambers Road, and on an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive staff updates.

• Public hearing on zone change for 12.7 acres at 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3 Multi-Family Residential
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Land Development Code to set regulations for short-term rentals
• Approval of minutes from September 3 and October 1, 2024 meetings
• Staff updates on cases heard at the October meeting
• Study session to discuss the 2025 Work Plan after adjournment

City Council

This is not a regular or special meeting and no formal action will take place. The session consists of updates from city departments and an open Q&A.

• Code Enforcement updates
• City Manager updates
• Public Works updates
• Planning updates
• Police Department updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025 budget and the 2024 tax levy. The body will also consider several zoning changes, budget amendments for grants, and a contract for recreation center upgrades.

• Public hearing for the 2025 City Budget and 2024 tax levy (Res 2024-050)
• Budget amendment of $453,600 for the FY 2025 Highway Safety Improvement Program (Ord 2613)
• Proposed $1,276,250 appropriation for Adams Tower 6th floor lease and renovation (Ord 2646)
• Rezoning of 9021 E-470 and 9022 E-470 from Agricultural to Regional Commercial (Z-980-24, Z-979-24)
• Contract for audio visual upgrades at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center to Beacon Communications, LLC (Res 2024-103)

The Commerce City Council adopted the 2025 budget and tax levy, approved the final plat for Second Creek Farm Filing No. 3, and approved a salary increase and 2025 performance standards for City Manager Jason Rogers. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $1,000 donation to Sparkling Kindness and a letter of support for Viaero Fiber Networks' BEAD grant application.

• Adopted 2025 budget and tax levy (9-0)
• Approved final plat for Second Creek Farm Filing No. 3 (9-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Sparkling Kindness (9-0)
• Approved transfer of city-owned property at 18250 E. 92nd Ave. (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including rezoning and budget amendments (9-0)
• Approved $1,276,250 for Adams Tower 6th floor renovation (8-1)
• Approved letter of support for Viaero Fiber Networks BEAD grant (9-0)
• Adopted 2025 performance standards and salary increase for City Manager (8-0-1)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2025 budget. The body will also review minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Resolution URA 2024-004 regarding the 2025 budget

The Urban Renewal Authority approved the 2025 budget for the organization following a public hearing. The board also approved the minutes from the October 21, 2024, meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 meeting (10-0)
• Adopted 2025 Urban Renewal Authority budget (10-0)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing to consider the 2025 budget. The body will also vote on the certification of the mill levy.

• Resolution ECAGID 24-001: Adopting the 2025 budget and certification of the mill levy

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District board unanimously approved the 2025 budget and certified the mill levy. The public hearing, continued from October 21, was closed with no public testimony. The board also approved the minutes from the October 21 meeting.

• Adopted 2025 budget and certified mill levy (9-0)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 meeting (9-0)

E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2025 budget. The body will also consider the certification of the mill levy for the district.

• Public hearing on Resolution ERAGID 24-001 regarding the 2025 budget and mill levy certification
• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District board approved the 2025 budget and mill levy certification resolution, continuing a public hearing from October 21. No public testimony was given. The board also approved the minutes from the October 21 meeting. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved 2025 budget and mill levy certification (9-0)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 meeting (9-0)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will meet on November 4, 2024. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting and holding a public hearing on a resolution to adopt the 2025 budget and certify the district’s mill levy. No other substantive items are listed. The meeting will be held at 7887 E. 60th Ave. and via Zoom.

• Call to Order/Roll Call
• Approve minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting (NIGID 24-004)
• Public hearing on Resolution NIGID 2024-001 to adopt 2025 budget and certify mill levy
• Adjourn

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District board approved the 2025 budget and mill levy certification, continuing a public hearing from October 21. No public testimony was given. The board also approved the minutes from the October 21 meeting. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved 2025 budget and mill levy certification (9-0)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2024 meeting (9-0)

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee is meeting to conduct interviews. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Interviews

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024, was canceled because the body did not have a quorum.

The meeting scheduled for October 30, 2024, was canceled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

This is not a regular or special meeting, and no formal action will take place. The gathering is for the Boards & Commissions Yearly Reception.

• Boards & Commissions Yearly Reception

City Council

This is not a regular or special meeting, and no formal action will take place. The session is dedicated to updates regarding federal, state, and CML legislation.

• Federal Legislative Updates
• State Legislative Updates
• CML Updates

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session featuring several presentations. No formal action will be taken by any board or commission during this meeting.

• Presentation on Bob's Rules of Order with Bob Widner
• Joint meeting with Commerce City Chamber of Commerce
• Presentation on city-wide waste management services
• Discussion regarding 7450 Hwy 2 property

City Council

The Commerce City Council will meet in an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The session will focus on the City Manager’s yearly performance evaluation and the establishment of performance standards for 2025. No public comment is permitted.

• Executive session to discuss City Manager yearly performance evaluation
• Executive session to establish 2025 performance standards for City Manager

The City Council met in a special session to conduct the annual performance evaluation and establish 2025 performance standards for the City Manager. The Council voted to extend the meeting adjournment time to midnight to accommodate the executive session.

• Excused Council Member Madera from the meeting (8-0)
• Extended meeting adjournment time to midnight (5-3)
• Entered executive session for City Manager performance review (8-0)

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will hold a study session to review technical requirements, band selections, and promotional plans for the Music in the Park series.

• Review of Music in the Park technical needs
• Discussion of Music in the Park bands
• Review of Music in the Park promotion

The Cultural Council's Music in the Park Subcommittee met and agreed to keep the concert schedule recommended by Parks, Rec, and Golf, essentially the same as last year with minor date changes to keep concerts on Thursdays. The subcommittee agreed to try to book Chicano Heat to open the series, and to pursue rebooking 2MX2, Chris Daniels and the Kings, and Hot Lunch. It also decided to promote Chicano Heat as Commerce City's Official Band and to keep food and booth options consistent across events. No formal votes or funding decisions were recorded.

• Agreed to accept Parks, Rec, and Golf's concert schedule, same as last year with minor date changes
• Agreed Chicano Heat should be booked to kick off the series
• Agreed to try rebooking 2MX2
• Agreed to try booking Chris Daniels and the Kings
• Agreed to rebook Hot Lunch
• Decided to promote Chicano Heat as Commerce City's Official Band
• Decided to keep food and booth options consistent across events
• Ronna Sanchez to contact tech vendors; subcommittee to choose vendor later

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The Commerce City City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will hold interviews to fill vacant board and commission positions. The meeting will also review the interview schedule planned for 2025. No formal decisions or actions are listed beyond the interview process.

• Interview for Boards and Commissions Vacancies
• 2025 Interview Schedule

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will review updates on the Citizens Police Academy, discuss measurable board goals, and vote on November and December meeting dates. The meeting includes procedural items like approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Discussion on measurable Board Goals
• Vote on November and December meeting dates

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved a combined meeting for November and December to be held on December 5, 2024. The board also agreed to focus on 2-3 measurable goals, including gathering community input via a survey tool. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was procedural or informational.

• Approved combined November/December meeting on December 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Agreed to identify and focus on 2-3 measurable board goals, including community input and survey tool

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee will review its budget and interview a candidate for the Sustainability Manager position. The meeting also includes a project accelerator overview and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of September minutes
• Project Accelerator Overview
• EPAC Budget discussion
• Interview Panel for Sustainability Manager Position
• Administrative Business

Marijuana Licensing Authority

The Marijuana Licensing Authority will hold a show cause hearing regarding Sun Thruth CC, LLC dba Ty Webb Enterprises. The hearing is identified as Order 24-168. The meeting also includes a call to order/roll call and an adjournment.

• Show cause hearing (Order 24-168) for Sun Thruth CC, LLC dba Ty Webb Enterprises, 9792 Hanover Court

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will discuss the 2025 program review and marketing for grants and scholarships. The body will also address donation procedures and plan for upcoming meetings and a December retreat.

• 2025 Grants & Scholarships program review and marketing
• Kaleidoscope Platform discussion
• 2025 date for Curt Holland Golf Tournament
• Donation procedure
• Boards & Commissions Appreciation Event

The Quality Community Foundation approved the 2025 grant and scholarship calendar, set the 2025 golf tournament date, and approved spending up to $250 for branded polos. The November meeting was cancelled, and the December retreat was scheduled. No treasurer's report was given.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Grant & Scholarship calendar (unanimous)
• Set 2025 golf tournament for August 22, 2025
• Cancelled November meeting (unanimous)
• Approved up to $250 for branded polos (unanimous)

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the 2025 budget and the 2024 tax levy. The body will also consider the annexation and rezoning of the Anderson Ranch property at 9901 Chambers Road.

• Resolution 2024-050: Adoption of the 2025 City Budget and 2024 tax levy
• Ordinance AN-268-24: Annexation of 9901 Chambers Road (Anderson Ranch)
• Ordinance Z-973-21-24: Rezoning Anderson Ranch from Agricultural-3 to a PUD zone
• Resolution 2024-105: Contract negotiation with JHL Constructors, LLC for E. 96th Avenue widening
• Resolution 2024-096: Agreement with CDOT for safety improvements and a quiet zone at E. 69th Ave and E. 72nd Ave

Council approved the annexation of 9901 Chambers Road and a first-reading zoning change for the Anderson Ranch project with specific infrastructure amendments. The 2025 budget was continued to November 4, and a contract for E. 96th Avenue widening was authorized.

• Approved annexation of 9901 Chambers Road (8-0)
• Approved first reading of Anderson Ranch zoning to PUD with trail and roundabout amendments (5-3)
• Authorized contract negotiation with JHL Constructors, LLC for E. 96th Avenue widening (7-1)
• Endorsed Adams 14 School District ballot measures 4A and 4B (7-1)
• Approved utility easement for United Power, Inc. on Buckley Road (6-0)
• Continued 2025 budget adoption to November 4, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved formal complaint to Public Utilities Commission regarding outages (7-0)
• Directed City Manager to hold public safety town hall in northeast area (7-1)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing to adopt its 2025 budget and certify the mill levy. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers and via Zoom.

• Public hearing to adopt 2025 budget and mill levy
• Approval of May 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Meeting held in hybrid format (Council Chambers and Zoom)

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District board met on October 21, 2024, and approved the minutes from the May 6, 2024 meeting. The board voted 8-0 to continue the resolution adopting the 2025 budget and mill levy certification to November 4, 2024, with no public testimony. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Continued 2025 budget and mill levy resolution to November 4, 2024 (8-0)

E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District will meet on October 21, 2024. The board will approve the minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting. A public hearing will be held on a resolution to adopt the 2025 budget and certify the district’s mill levy. The meeting will be conducted in person and via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of the November 6, 2023 meeting (Resolution ERAGID 24-001)
• Public hearing on resolution adopting the 2025 budget and certifying the mill levy (Resolution ERAGID 24-001)
• Call to Order and Roll Call

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District board met on October 21, 2024, and approved the prior meeting's minutes. The only substantive item, a resolution adopting the 2025 budget and certifying the mill levy, was continued to November 4, 2024, with no public testimony. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2023 meeting (8-0, 1 excused)
• Continued 2025 budget and mill levy resolution to November 4, 2024 (8-0, 1 excused)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will hold public hearings to adopt its 2025 budget and mill levy certification. The body will also consider an ordinance to include lands at 9901 Chambers Road, known as Anderson Ranch, into the district.

• Resolution NIGID 2024-001: Adoption of the 2025 budget and mill levy certification
• Ordinance NIGID23-000: Inclusion of lands at 9901 Chambers Road (Anderson Ranch) into the district

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District board voted 8-0 to continue the 2025 budget and mill levy resolution to November 4, 2024, and introduced an ordinance to include Anderson Ranch lands at 9901 Chambers Road into the district on first reading. Both actions passed with 8 ayes and 1 excused (Dukes). No public testimony was given at either hearing.

• Continued 2025 budget and mill levy resolution to Nov 4, 2024 (8-0, 1 excused)
• Introduced ordinance to include Anderson Ranch lands at 9901 Chambers Road into district, approved on first reading (8-0, 1 excused)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Commerce City Urban Renewal Authority will consider a resolution to adopt its 2025 budget. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the August 5, 2024 special meeting. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution URA 2024-004 adopting the 2025 Urban Renewal Authority budget

The Urban Renewal Authority held a special meeting and approved the minutes from August 5, 2024. The only substantive item, a resolution adopting the 2025 URA budget, was continued to November 4, 2024, with no public testimony. No other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 special meeting (10-0, 2 excused)
• Continued 2025 URA budget resolution to November 4, 2024 (10-0, 2 excused)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will approve the September 2024 meeting minutes and review the current bylaws. Members will discuss the 2025 goals and budget, and review the draft 2025 calendar. The council will also hold elections for the President and Treasurer and consider a public art approval for traffic control cabinets at Monaco Park.

• Approval of Minutes – Min 24-180 (September 2024)
• Public Art Approval – Pres 24-580 (Traffic Control Cabinets/Monaco Park)
• Review of Bylaws – 24-256 (Current Bylaws, revised Nov 2019)
• Elections – President & Treasurer
• 2025 Goals/Budget discussion – 24-257 (2024 Council Goals)

The Commerce City Cultural Council approved several actions, including replacing a stolen plaque, approving artwork for traffic control cabinets and Monaco Park, and purchasing TVs for a winter art exhibition. They also amended bylaws and held elections for Chair and Treasurer. The meeting included subcommittee reports and goal discussions.

• Approved using Rocky Mountain Plaques to replace stolen bronze plaque (unanimous)
• Approved all artwork for traffic control cabinets (unanimous)
• Approved Monaco Park artwork with request for more racial diversity (unanimous)
• Approved PUREBLIND as wrap company for Monaco Park with escape clause (7-3)
• Approved $1,000 for 2 TVs, stands, and protection for winter art exhibition (6-5)
• Approved displaying artwork submissions from public art calls (10-1)
• Approved bylaws edits to use Bob's Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Approved bylaws change to require only one signature for checks (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee is meeting to address unfinished business and new items. Discussions include program reviews and specific environmental and administrative concerns.

• Prairie dogs in Second Creek Open Space
• Summer wrap up of programs
• Swag purchases
• Active Adult/Inclusion
• Boards & Commissions Benefit application

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee approved its September 17 minutes, first as drafted and then in amended form after reconsidering. The committee tabled adoption of "Bob's Rules of Order" until its November 19, 2024 meeting, and voted to extend the meeting to finish remaining agenda items. Several items were presented as updates only, with no decisions recorded, and the community engagement and member report sections were skipped because meeting time expired.

• Approved September 17, 2024 minutes as originally drafted (8 ayes, 1 non-response)
• Voted to reconsider and reopen the minutes discussion (7 ayes, 2 nays)
• Approved the September 17 minutes in amended form (8 ayes, 1 nay)
• Motion to adopt Bob's Rules of Order withdrawn by its maker during discussion
• Motion to table Bob's Rules of Order until after additional training died for lack of a second
• Tabled Bob's Rules of Order topic until the November 19, 2024 meeting (7 ayes, 1 nay)
• Extended meeting time to cover remaining new business and council member reports (8 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations on several city initiatives. The meeting includes a review of natural medicine center regulations and an update on the Energy, Equity and Environmental Division.

• Regulation of Natural Medicine Centers (Senate Bill 23-290)
• 2024 Q3 Energy, Equity and Environmental Division Update
• Build C3 Update
• Q4 Study Session Topic Priorities

City Council

The Commerce City City Council will hold a special meeting on October 14, 2024. Items include a public comment period, a presentation reviewing new naming options for a city park, and an executive session to conduct the City Manager’s yearly performance evaluation and establish performance standards for 2025. The meeting concludes with standard administrative business.

• Executive session to conduct City Manager's yearly performance evaluation and set 2025 performance standards (personnel matters)
• Presentation on new park naming options (Pres 24-470)
• Public comment period with live, Zoom, mail, or email options (deadline noon Oct 14)
• Call to Order and Roll Call at 6:00 PM
• Administrative Council Business at 8:25 PM

Senior Commission

The Commerce City Senior Commission meeting will approve the September meeting minutes (Min 24-179) and provide a public comment period. Commissioners will review recent community events and plan upcoming events for 2025. The agenda includes nominations and voting for commission positions, as well as discussion of goals and event dates for the next year.

• Approval of September meeting minutes (Min 24-179)
• Public comment period
• Nominations & voting for commission positions
• Discussion of 2025 goals and event dates
• Review of Fall Fest, November Social Event, and December Holiday Party

The Senior Commission approved the September meeting minutes and elected Commissioner Mcgowan as Chair and Commissioner Narvaez as Vice Chair, effective November. Commissioners also discussed upcoming events, including the December holiday party at Bison Grill, and reviewed 2025 goals and event dates.

• Approved September meeting minutes (motion by Narvaez, second by Natho)
• Elected Mcgowan as Chair and Narvaez as Vice Chair, effective November meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and PUD amendments. The body is also deciding on the adoption of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and an Economic Development Strategic Plan.

• Adoption of the Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan (2nd reading)
• Rezoning of 5400 Forest St from I-1 and I-3 to I-2
• Rezoning of 9021 E-470 and 9022 E-470 from Agricultural to Regional Commercial (C-3)
• Budget amendment for $1,276,250 for Adams Tower 6th floor lease and renovation
• Budget amendment for $453,600 in CDOT funds for the Highway Safety Improvement Program

The City Council adopted the Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan and approved several zoning ordinances on first or final reading. Council also approved the Economic Development Strategic Plan, authorized various office space leases for local organizations, and directed staff to pursue traffic calming measures at 64th Avenue and Glencoe Street.

• Adopted 2045 Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Adopted Economic Development Strategic Plan (6-3)
• Approved $1.27M budget appropriation for Adams Tower renovation (8-1)
• Approved $453,600 CDOT grant for highway safety (9-0)
• Approved $1,000 grant for Love My Air program (9-0)
• Approved office lease for Black Parents United Foundation (8-0)
• Directed staff to pursue traffic calming at 64th Ave and Glencoe St (Unanimous)
• Approved support letter for Comcast state grant (Unanimous)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will hear from Leslie Chavarria of ACLU My Rights My Rules. The body will also discuss budget reviews, apparel designs, and qualification for a Washington D.C. trip.

• Guest speaker Leslie Chavarria from ACLU My Rights My Rules
• Budget review
• Washington D.C. trip qualification overview
• Youth Diversity membership renewal
• Volunteer opportunities for Fall Fest and Bluff Lake (October 26th-27th)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Joel Farkas on behalf of Second Creek Holdings, LLC and the City of Commerce City. The body will consider a final plat to create two lots for future commercial and residential development.

• Public hearing for Second Creek Farm Filing 3 Amendment 3 final plat at the Southwest corner of East 92nd Avenue and Tower Road
• Proposed creation of two lots totaling approximately 20.57 acres
• Proposed split of an existing drainage tract totaling approximately 8.33 acres

City Council

The scheduled City Council meeting for September 30, 2024, did not occur and was cancelled.

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The Commerce City Policy and Governance Committee will meet virtually on September 27, 2024. The agenda consists of discussions on proposed revisions to three policy items: CP-2.I, CP-2.D, and CP-20. No other business or decisions are listed beyond these discussions and routine administrative items.

• Discuss proposed revisions to policy item CP-2.I
• Discuss proposed revisions to policy item CP-2.D
• Discuss proposed revisions to policy item CP-20

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee will meet to approve August 2024 minutes and receive a Partners in Energy presentation from Xcel Energy. The body will also discuss funding, updates, and upcoming events.

• Xcel Energy Partners in Energy presentation
• Discussion of funding
• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission is meeting to review ongoing projects and establish goals for the upcoming year. The body will also discuss its 2025 work plan and budget.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2025 Work Plan/Goals & Budget discussion

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved the August 28 meeting minutes and retreat minutes unanimously. The group discussed the 2025 work plan, budget ideas, and subcommittee assignments, but no substantive policy decisions were made. The meeting lost quorum when Councilmember Chacon left.

• Approved August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retreat minutes (unanimous)
• Moved ongoing projects discussion to next meeting due to absence
• Agreed to remove member Marco Vega from the commission
• Established subcommittees for signature events, recruitment, legislation, and resources

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will hold its regular meeting to approve past minutes, receive a treasurer's report, and discuss new business including retreat scheduling and Fall Fest planning. No major decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes (Min 24-167)
• Treasurer's report presentation
• Retreat scheduling discussion
• Fall Fest planning discussion

The Quality Community Foundation met on Sept. 24, 2024, and approved the August meeting minutes. The group approved holding its annual planning retreat in person on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Civic Center, with up to $100 allotted for food. No regular meeting will be held in December. The group also noted a donation from Dion's pizza and discussed the possibility of a Nov. 26 meeting.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual planning retreat on Dec. 7, 8:30am-12pm at Civic Center, with up to $100 for food (unanimous)
• No regular meeting in December
• No participation in Fall Fest due to lack of availability

City Council

The City Council is conducting a study session to review presentations and prepare for future meetings. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this session.

• Cultural Council Annual Update (Pres 24-248)
• Marketing Campaign Strategy (Pres 24-445)
• Review of the October 7th draft Council Meeting

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider a series of ordinances, including several lease authorizations with nonprofit partners and a budget amendment that appropriates $1,339,685 for the Adams Tower 6th‑floor lease and renovation. Additional items include a lease of city‑owned property at 10100 Havana Street to Murray Farms, Inc., a land‑use plan amendment for the southwest corner of East 88th Avenue and E‑470, and the adoption of the Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Ord 2630 – budget amendment appropriating $1,339,685 for the Adams Tower 6th‑floor lease and renovation
• Ord 2621 – lease agreement with Phoenix Limited Partnership
• Ord 2626 – lease agreement with Family Promise of Greater Denver
• Ord 2617 – lease of city‑owned property at 10100 Havana Street to Murray Farms, Inc.
• LUP‑058‑24 – amendment to the comprehensive plan for the SW corner of East 88th Avenue and E‑470

The City Council held a special meeting and voted on several ordinances. The most consequential action was defeating Ord 2630, which would have appropriated $1,339,685 from the general fund for the Adams Tower 6th floor lease and renovation; it failed 4-5. Council also approved first readings for multiple office lease ordinances (with Phoenix Limited Partnership, Family Promise of Greater Denver, Servicios de la Raza, Benefits in Action, and Black Parents United Foundation), approved the second reading of a lease to Murray Farms, and adopted the Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan on first reading as amended.

• Defeated Ord 2630, $1,339,685 Adams Tower lease/renovation budget (4-5)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2621, lease with Phoenix Limited Partnership (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2626, lease with Family Promise of Greater Denver (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2627, lease with Black Parents United Foundation (8-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2628, lease with Servicios de la Raza (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2629, lease with Benefits in Action (9-0)
• Approved second reading of Ord 2617, lease to Murray Farms at 10100 Havana St (8-1)
• Approved first reading of Ord 2616, Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan as amended (8-1)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and establish its work plan, goals, and budget for 2025.

• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2024
• Review of 2025 Work Plan, Goals & Budget
• Discussion of DEI Lens on City Council Policy

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission met without quorum and shifted to a study session. No formal votes or decisions were taken; items such as the 2025 work plan, budget, and subcommittees were discussed and deferred to the next regular meeting. The group decided not to participate in Fall Fest this year.

• Meeting shifted to study session due to lack of quorum
• Decided not to participate in Fall Fest this year
• Deferred 2025 goals and budget discussion to next regular meeting
• Deferred subcommittee formation discussion to next regular meeting

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will discuss preliminary survey results and consider an amendment to its bylaws regarding event participation. The meeting will also include the introduction of a new board member and department updates.

• Introduction of new board member Carlos Tello
• Discussion of preliminary survey results
• Consideration of bylaws amendment for event participation
• Department updates
• Review of upcoming community events

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved an amendment to its bylaws allowing Board-approved projects to substitute for event participation. The board also approved the minutes of a prior meeting and welcomed new member Carlos Tello. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amendment to bylaws to substitute Board approved projects for event participation
• Approved meeting minutes

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will review and adopt its work plan for 2024, outline upcoming events, and plan the annual retreat. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the August 15 minutes, a public comment period, and any other business raised by members.

• Approval of August 15 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Adoption of the 2024 work plan and events schedule
• Planning for the commission's annual retreat
• Open forum for other business

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission meeting will consider several unfinished business items. Members will vote to approve a quote for SWAG and a quote for T‑shirts. The commission will also let students choose a workshop to lead, vote on lunch for the KSA conference day, and select prize winners for the lunch. Public comment will be allowed via Zoom.

• Approve SWAG quote
• Approve T‑shirt quote
• Students select workshop they want to lead
• Vote on lunch for KSA conference day
• Select winners of prizes at lunch

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will open the meeting, approve the minutes from its August 20, 2024 session, and hear public comments. Subcommittee reports will cover Hispanic Heritage volunteer opportunities, public art, and art exhibitions. Monthly business will include discussion of grants, collaboration, outreach, and recruitment. Old business will review the October retreat schedule and an invitation to present to the City Council.

• Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period
• Subcommittee report: Hispanic Heritage volunteer sign‑up
• Monthly business: grants & finance discussion
• Old business: October retreat and meeting schedule

The Commerce City Cultural Council voted unanimously to cancel the October 15 regular meeting and hold an annual planning retreat on October 19 instead. The group also selected 2025 Music in the Park dates and decided not to participate in Fall Fest as a tabling opportunity. No other formal decisions were made; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled October 15 regular meeting in lieu of October 19 planning retreat (unanimous)
• Selected 2025 Music in the Park dates: 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, 7/24
• Decided not to participate in Fall Fest tabling

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 2024 and discuss unfinished business including a proposed golf cart policy and vegetation restoration at a wastewater pipeline. The committee will also review new business items and community engagement updates.

• Approval of August 20, 2024 minutes
• Review of proposed Golf Cart Policy (24-229)
• Discussion on vegetation restoration at Wastewater Pipeline (24-230)
• Review of Communications Update (24-232)
• Review of Swag Purchases (24-233)

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee voted to adopt a department policy prohibiting personal motorized vehicles on the Buffalo Run Golf Course, with seven ayes and one nay. The committee also agreed to revise the boards and commissions benefit to allow recreation center pass credits to be used toward a golf pass, pending policy drafting and city council review. Swag purchases were tabled to the October 15, 2024 meeting. No public comment was received.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously
• Adopted policy prohibiting personal motorized vehicles at Buffalo Run Golf Course (7-1)
• Agreed to revise boards and commissions benefit to allow golf pass credit, pending city attorney and council review
• Tabled swag purchases to October 15, 2024 meeting

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board meeting will open with a call to order and roll call. It will then address any action items before moving to Board Business, specifically the Pres 24-523 staff report. The agenda also includes attorney business and staff business before adjourning.

• Call to Order/Roll Call
• Action Items
• Board Business: Pres 24-523 staff report
• Attorney Business
• Staff Business

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and various zoning and land use requests. The body is also deciding on several budget amendments for grants and multiple office space lease agreements.

• Adoption of the Commerce City 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Budget amendments for grants: $1,525,000 for parks/recreation, $121,660 for EV charging, and $100,000 for a lighting study
• Proposed $1,339,685 appropriation for Adams Tower 6th floor lease and renovation
• Rezoning of 6540 Highway 2 from General Commercial (C-2) to Multi Family Residential (R-3)
• Conditional Use Permit request for shipping container stacking at 10051 Dallas Street

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments for grants, the Tower Landfill annexation and rezoning, and contracts for police body cameras and traffic enforcement. A conditional use permit for shipping container stacking at 10051 Dallas Street was approved 8-1. The 2045 Comprehensive Plan ordinance was continued to September 23, 2024, after a motion to continue to September 30 failed.

• Approved consent agenda including $121,660 EV charging grant, $100,000 lighting study grant, $1,525,000 open space grant, Tower Landfill annexation, and police contracts (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for shipping container stacking at 10051 Dallas Street (8-1)
• Approved PUD amendment for Commons at 104th allowing restaurants, EV charging, retail (9-0)
• Continued 2045 Comprehensive Plan ordinance to September 23, 2024 (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for 27J Foundation golf tournament (9-0)
• Approved $1,000 sponsorships for three high school events (9-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Colorado Youth Mariachi Program (9-0)
• Approved adding speed bumps on Olive, Oneida, Newport, Magnolia streets to 2025 budget (9-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will approve the August meeting minutes and receive a monthly budget update. It will also discuss upcoming September and October events, logistics for a September 18 lunch and learn, and nominations for the October elections. Additional items include a social event, end‑of‑year party, other business, and updates from the City Council.

• Approve August meeting minutes (Min 24-158)
• Monthly budget update presentation
• Discuss September and October upcoming events
• Nominations for October elections
• City Council updates

The Commerce City Senior Commission met on September 12, 2024, and approved the August meeting minutes. They finalized plans for upcoming events, including the Fall Fest Outreach, Lunch and Learn, and Senior Social Event, and selected the name 'Dancing Though the Decades: An Evening of Music, Fun, Food & Memories' for the social event. They also confirmed the End of Year Party date and received nominations for October elections, with Carol Taylor-Boyd and Sue Mcgowan running for chair and Diane Narvaez for vice chair. No public comment or council updates were given.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected 'Dancing Though the Decades' as social event name
• Confirmed End of Year Party date
• Received nominations for chair (Taylor-Boyd, Mcgowan) and vice chair (Narvaez)

Housing Authority

The Commerce City Housing Authority meets to review monthly financial reports for its properties, receive updates from consultants and attorneys, and discuss new business including a refinancing proposal and an audit update. The agenda also includes an executive session to negotiate terms of a transition agreement with the City of Commerce City.

• Review of June financials for CCHA, Conter Cottage, Pinecrest, and Conter Estates phases 1 & 2
• Conter Estates refinancing proposal discussed under new business
• Executive session to discuss Housing Authority transition and intergovernmental agreement with the City of Commerce City

Police Pension Board

The Commerce City Police Pension Board meeting on September 10, 2024 will begin with a call to order and roll call, then approve the minutes from the previous meeting. An open public comment period is scheduled for Cook Street, followed by discussion of Mission Square. The board will address any new business, set the next meeting for December 10, 2024, and then adjourn.

• Call to Order/Roll Call
• Approval of Minutes
• Cook Street – open public comment period
• Mission Square – discussion
• New Business

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session featuring presentations on financial reports and infrastructure. The meeting includes a workshop to discuss the 2025 budget and a review of the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• 2025 City Council Budget Workshop
• Presentation of 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Highway 2 Median Design Options (Pres 24-380)
• Internal Audit Report of the Emergency Rental, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance Program

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding team building, apparel, and marketing. The body will review its 2024-25 SMARTIE goals and the 2024-25 budget. New business includes a sticker competition for Rise Above.

• Approval of 24-25 Budget
• Final review of 24-25 SMARTIE Goals
• Rise Above Sticker competition
• Youth Commission apparel and marketing materials
• Contacts for Life After High School Fair

The Commerce City Youth Commission approved several items at its September 5, 2024 meeting, including a teambuilding day on September 23, new SMARTIE goals for 2024-2025, and purchases of feather banners and table cloths. The commission also selected a cream-colored KSA t-shirt design and discussed the 2024-2025 budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved September 23 teambuilding day at Pumpkin Patch (unanimous)
• Selected cream-colored KSA t-shirt design (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2 feather banners and 3 table cloths (unanimous)
• Approved new SMARTIE goals for 2024-2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendments and the adoption of the city's first multi-year Economic Development Strategic Plan. The body will also elect a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Amendment 2 to Mile High Greyhound Park PUD to modify commercial use standards (15.37 acres between Elm Street, Highway 2, E 62nd Ave, and E 64th Ave)
• One Buckley PUD request to amend Cutler Property- Commercial PUD to allow residential uses (31.8 acres at E 120th Ave and Buckley Road)
• Adoption of the first multi-year Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Election of New Chair and Vice Chair

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend City Council approve an amendment to the Mile High Greyhound Park PUD zone document, modifying standards for commercial uses in planning area B. It also voted 4-1 to recommend approval of the One Buckley PUD zone document amendment to allow residential uses on 31.8 acres at East 120th Avenue and Buckley Road. The commission recommended adoption of the Economic Development Strategic Plan by a 3-2 vote, with a minor text edit. All votes were recorded as recommendations to City Council.

• Recommended approval of PUDA23-0005 Mile High Greyhound Park PUD Amendment 2 (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Z-792-05-24 One Buckley PUD amendment to allow residential uses (4-1)
• Recommended adoption of Economic Development Strategic Plan with minor edit (3-2)
• Elected Commissioner Biltoft as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Shecter as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved August 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will review old business, including a process for removing inactive members, and plan for a September 2025 retreat. The meeting will also include public comment and upcoming events.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes
• Discussion on process for removing inactive members
• Planning for September 2025 Planning Retreat
• Presentation on DEI Needs Assessment
• Upcoming events: Hispanic Heritage tabling and Indigenous Peoples' Day proclamation

The Commerce City Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved a bylaw update allowing the chair to email members absent for 3 months in a calendar year to suggest self-resignation. They also approved $800 for food and facility fees for the September 21 planning retreat. No public comment was received, and the meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bylaw update on inactive member removal process (unanimous)
• Approved $800 for retreat food and facility fees (unanimous)

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will meet to review a post-event report for the Curt Holland Golf Tournament. Members will also discuss a grant opportunity from Kroenke Sports Charities and brainstorm recruitment strategies.

• Post-event report for Curt Holland Golf Tournament
• Kroenke Sports Charities Grant Opportunity
• Recruitment brainstorming regarding swag

The Quality Community Foundation met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the May 2024 meeting. The meeting included a recap of the Curt Holland Golf Tournament, discussions about virtual vs. in-person meetings and recruitment ideas, and noted that the Kroenke Sports Charities grant was not offered this year. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved May 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed virtual vs. in-person meeting format
• Discussed recruitment ideas and swag
• Noted Kroenke Sports Charities grant not offered this year

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold a study session to review an Adams County behavioral health assessment and a presentation on public banking. The meeting will also include a discussion on core city issues.

• Presentation on Adams County Health Behavioral Health Assessment
• Presentation on Public Banking Item
• Discussion on Core City Issues
• Review of upcoming Council Meeting on September 9th

City Council

The council will consider three grant agreements with Adams County for the Paradice Island aquatic facility repair, Ragweed Draw open space and River Run Park improvements, and Pioneer Park scoreboard replacement. An executive session will discuss the City Manager’s performance expectations. The council will vote on an ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with Adams Tower NP Center LLC. Ordinances will amend the 2024 budget to recognize grants for EV charging stations ($121,660), a lighting study ($100,000), and a $1,525,000 open‑space grant for parks, recreation and golf improvements.

• Resolution 2024-089 – grant agreement with Adams County for Paradice Island Aquatic Facility leak repair and re‑plaster project
• Resolution 2024-090 – grant agreement with Adams County for Ragweed Draw open space and River Run Park improvements
• Resolution 2024-091 – grant agreement with Adams County for Pioneer Park scoreboard replacement
• Ordinance 2620 – authorizes the City Manager to negotiate and execute a lease with Adams Tower NP Center LLC
• Ordinance 2618 – amends the 2024 budget to recognize a $1,525,000 Adams County open‑space grant for parks, recreation and golf improvements

The City Council held a special meeting and approved the consent agenda, which included three Adams County grant agreements for park and aquatic facility projects, and a lease agreement with Adams Tower NP Center LLC. The council also approved first readings of three budget amendment ordinances recognizing grants for EV charging stations, a lighting study, and parks improvements. An executive session was held to discuss City Manager performance expectations.

• Approved consent agenda including Res 2024-089 (Paradice Island aquatic facility leak repair and re-plaster grant), Res 2024-090 (Ragweed Draw Open Space and River Run Park improvements grant), Res 2024-091 (Pioneer Park scoreboard replacement grant), and Ord 2620 (lease with Adams Tower NP Center LLC) (8-0)
• Approved Ord 2614 on first reading: 2024 budget amendment recognizing $121,660 U.S. DOE grant for EV charging stations at Municipal Services Center (8-0)
• Approved Ord 2615 on first reading: 2024 budget amendment recognizing $100,000 Colorado Division of Criminal Justice grant for lighting study in Core City (8-0)
• Approved Ord 2618 on first reading: 2024 budget amendment recognizing $1,525,000 Adams County Open Space grant for parks, recreation and golf improvements (8-0)
• Held executive session to discuss City Manager performance expectations (motions passed 8-0, 6-2, and 6-2)

Marijuana Licensing Authority

The Marijuana Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding CB CO Manufacturing, LLC. The meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

• Public hearing for CB CO Manufacturing, LLC located at 9690 Dallas St.

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will review updates from the police department, including recent homicides and the Flock system. It will consider community event participation and will discuss a proposed amendment to the bylaws that would require each board member to attend at least two citywide events per year. The board will also look at a webpage update and a recruitment flyer before adjourning.

• Review of recent homicide data and Flock system performance
• Proposed amendment to bylaws: minimum two citywide events per member per year
• Police Department webpage update to add ordinance and charter hyperlink
• Review and approval of recruitment flyer

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met and received updates from police on recent homicides, the Flock camera system (66% installed), and new initiatives. The board discussed amending bylaws regarding membership requirements, with Board Member Nice to propose wording at the next meeting. No formal votes or decisions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed amending bylaws on membership requirements; no action taken
• Board Member Nice to provide suggested bylaw wording by next meeting

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss proclamations and upcoming events. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Colorado Department of Transportation and Conservation Colorado.

• Discussion regarding Colorado Department of Transportation
• Discussion regarding Conservation Colorado
• Review of proclamations

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee approved the July meeting minutes and discussed creating a climate emergency proclamation for a future City Council meeting. They also heard a presentation from CDOT on the I-270 corridor project and reviewed upcoming community events. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July meeting minutes (all aye)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission is meeting to discuss logistics for an upcoming event. The agenda focuses on coordinating entertainment, catering, and decorations.

• Discussion of music and entertainment led by Commissioner Harvelle and Commissioner Taylor-Boyd
• Discussion of food and drinks led by Commissioner Natho and Commissioner Narvaez
• Discussion of decorations led by Alternate Dell

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from subcommittees including grants and finance, collaboration and outreach, recruitment and engagement, and volunteer hours. New business includes October retreat information, while old business covers a September City Council presentation and distribution of shirts and nametags.

• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Subcommittee reports on Music in the Park, Hispanic Heritage, and Public Art
• Grants & Finance monthly update

The Cultural Council approved a $4,500 allocation for entertainment and table needs for the Hispanic Heritage event, and unanimously approved the June 18 meeting minutes. They also approved a $25 reimbursement to Councilmember Douglas for a raffle gift card. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions or updates.

• Approved $4,500 for Hispanic Heritage entertainment/table needs (unanimous)
• Approved $25 reimbursement to Councilmember Douglas for raffle gift card (unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will review unfinished business including the Buffalo Run Clubhouse update and English/Spanish translation programs, and discuss new items like the Buckley Community Park/High School Site and a Capital Improvement Program update.

• Buffalo Run Clubhouse Update (24-174)
• English/Spanish Translation Programs Update (24-200)
• Buckley Community Park/High School Site discussion (24-201)
• Capital Improvement Program Update (24-202)
• September 7th Park Tour (24-102)

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee approved the July 16, 2024 minutes unanimously. They discussed updates on the September 7th park tour, English/Spanish translation programs, and the Buffalo Run Clubhouse, noting that all bids still exceed the budget and Council will review options in late October. New business included a conceptual overview for Buckley Community Park adjacent to a new high school and a Capital Improvement Projects update. A motion to add a future agenda item about revising the rec membership benefit for board/commission members passed 7-3.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Added agenda item to discuss revising rec membership benefit for board/commission members (7-3)

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board will meet to discuss and take action on a policy regarding permanent and temporary signage. The board will also review minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Policy 2024-1 Permanent and Temporary Signage

The Derby Review Board approved Policy 2024-1, which updates the 2013-3 signage policy to allow staff approvals and adds references to Article VIII and Section 21-8150. The vote was 4-0. The board also approved the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Policy 2024-1 for permanent and temporary signage (4-0)
• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider a mid-year budget appropriation of $8.8 million, an annexation of the Anderson Ranch property, and several zoning changes. The meeting will also include proclamations and executive sessions on personnel and clubhouses.

• Ordinance 2611: Appropriates $8,828,665 from the General Fund for specified projects
• Resolution 2024-070: Determines eligibility for annexing the Anderson Ranch property
• Ordinance Z23-0001: Rezones 6540 Highway 2 from Commercial to Multi-Family Residential
• Ordinance Z24-0001: Rezones 5400 Forest St from Industrial to Medium Intensity Industrial
• Ordinance 2579: Amends land development code to expand xeriscape practices

The Commerce City Council directed staff to draft a letter to the CDPHE opposing additional fuel tanks at the Dupont Magellan fuel site and appointed a council member to speak against ECMC cumulative impact rules. Council also approved sponsorships for local events, advanced several zoning and lease ordinances, and extended the meeting to hold executive sessions regarding the city manager and Buffalo Run Clubhouse.

• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for the Grace Baca 5K (8-1)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for the Harvest Moon appreciation dinner (8-1)
• Directed staff to explore financial requirements for the Safe Streets Initiative (8-1)
• Directed staff to draft sign ordinance revisions supporting community needs (8-1)
• Directed staff to send a letter opposing additional Dupont Magellan fuel tanks (6-2)
• Appointed Council Member Chacon as spokesperson in opposition to ECMC Cumulative Impacts rules (5-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-070 determining eligibility for Anderson Ranch Annexation (8-1)
• Approved first reading of right-of-way vacation ordinance V24-0001 (8-1)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance NIGID23-0001, which proposes adding portions of Anderson Ranch at 9901 Chambers Road to the Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District. The meeting will also approve minutes from the November 6, 2023 and December 4, 2023 district meetings. No other decisions are listed.

• Public hearing on Ordinance NIGID23-0001 for Anderson Ranch lands at 9901 Chambers Road
• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting (Min NIGID 24-001)
• Approval of minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting (Min NIGID 24-002)

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District board met and approved minutes from its Nov. 6, 2023 and Dec. 4, 2023 meetings. The board voted to continue the public hearing on an ordinance to include Anderson Ranch (9901 Chambers Road) into the district until October 21, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Nov. 6, 2023 meeting (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 4, 2023 meeting (8-0, 1 excused)
• Continued Anderson Ranch inclusion ordinance to Oct. 21, 2024 (8-0, 1 excused)

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its July 18 meeting, discuss plans for a fellowship dinner, and review its 2024 work plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting includes public comment and an open forum.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will hold its August 15 meeting to elect a new chair and vice chair, approve the 2024-25 budget, and set goals for the upcoming year. Members will also discuss updates from the KSA Conference and plan a fall retreat.

• Vote for new Chair and Vice Chair
• Budget 24-25 Approval
• Fall Youth Commission Retreat Day
• SMARTIE Goals for 24-25
• Youth Commission Apparel

The Commerce City Youth Commission approved the May 2, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They elected Aliyah Acevedo as chair and Serrianna Safieh as vice chair for the 2024-2025 year. The commission also created new SMARTIE goals, discussed a fall retreat, budget approval, apparel, and marketing materials, all to be finalized at the next meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Aliyah Acevedo as chair for 2024-2025 (second term)
• Elected Serrianna Safieh as vice chair for 2024-2025 (first term)
• Created new SMARTIE goals for 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council is conducting a study session to review preliminary budget plans for 2025. The body will also discuss updates regarding oil and gas, grants, and affordable housing policy.

• 2025 Budget - Preliminary Session #2
• Affordable Housing Policy and Implementation drafts
• Oil and Gas Monthly Update (Pres 24-103)
• Grants Office Update (Pres 24-384)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a lease agreement and discuss the city's relationship with the Commerce City Housing Authority. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance and an executive session for legal advice and negotiation strategy.

• Ord 2620: Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement with Adams Tower NP Center LLC
• Executive session regarding the City’s relationship with the Commerce City Housing Authority

The City Council held a special meeting and approved Ordinance 2620 on first reading, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement with Adams Tower NP Center LLC. The council also entered an executive session to discuss the city's relationship with the Commerce City Housing Authority and related negotiations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 2620 on first reading, authorizing lease negotiations with Adams Tower NP Center LLC (8-0, 1 excused)
• Entered executive session regarding Commerce City Housing Authority relationship and negotiations (8-0, 1 excused)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission is meeting to review the July Lunch and Learn and plan for September. The body will also discuss budget updates, swag purchases, and end-of-year celebrations.

• July Lunch and Learn retrospective
• September Lunch and Learn confirmation
• Budget update
• Swag purchase
• December End of Year Celebration planning

The Senior Commission approved two budget-related motions: allowing staff to use miscellaneous funds for preapproved purchases up to $250 over budget, and transferring $50 from the Senior Resource Fair to cover jar opener costs. Both passed 7-0 with three excused. The commission also set December 12 for the End of Year celebration and discussed upcoming elections and events.

• Approved motion to allow staff liaison to use miscellaneous funds for preapproved purchases up to $250 over budget (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $50 from Senior Resource Fair to Swag Budget for jar openers (7-0)
• Set December 12 for End of Year celebration
• Scheduled September elections for Chair and Vice Chair positions
• Scheduled August 22 study session for November social event planning

Planning Commission

The Commerce City Planning Commission will meet to decide on several zoning changes, conditional use permits, and PUD amendments. The meeting includes a new member orientation and elections for chair and vice chair. Staff will provide updates on landfill cases.

• Annexation Zone Change for 120.94-acre property at 9901 Chambers Road (Pres 24-432)
• Conditional Use Permit for stacking shipping containers over 20 feet at 10051 Dallas Street (Pres 24-433)
• PUD Amendment for 16.57-acre property at southeast corner of Potomac Street and East 104th Avenue (Pres 24-434)
• Zone Change from AG to C-3 for 4.40-acre lot at 9021 E-470 (Pres 24-435)
• Zone Change from AG to C-3 for 4.47-acre lot at 9022 E-470 (Pres 24-436)

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of a PUD zone change for 120.94 acres at 9901 Chambers Road (3-2, with two recusals), and recommended approval of several other items including a conditional use permit for container stacking, two PUD amendments, two zone changes, and the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. All votes were unanimous except the Chambers Road case and a motion to join the American Planning Association (4-1).

• Recommended approval of PUD zoning for 9901 Chambers Road (3-2, 2 recused)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for container stacking at 10051 Dallas Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD amendment for Commons at 104th (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zone change to C-3 at 9021 E-470 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zone change to C-3 at 9022 E-470 (5-0, after reconsideration)
• Recommended approval of 2045 Comprehensive Plan with conditions (5-0)
• Approved motion to join American Planning Association and request 2025 budget funds (4-1)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a preliminary session for the 2025 Budget and hold public hearings regarding the Tower Landfill annexation and zoning. The body will also consider ordinances for short-term rental registration and budget amendments.

• Ordinance 2583: Establishing a short-term rental registration program
• Ordinance 2603: Re-appropriating $202,154.60 in donations and grants balances
• Ordinance 2604: Recognition of $18,000 CDOT grant for DUI enforcement
• Tower Landfill Annexation: Public hearings for annexation and zoning to a PUD zone district at East 88th Avenue and E-470
• Resolution 2024-085: Construction contract for repairs at Paradice Island Pool at Pioneer Park

The City Council approved the annexation of the Tower Landfill property at the southwest corner of East 88th Avenue and Tower Road, along with related zoning changes and a comprehensive plan amendment, all on first reading. The council also approved a consent agenda that included a short-term rental registration program and several budget amendments. A motion to seek Proposition 123 funding for an additional property at Mile High Greyhound Park was denied.

• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for Tower Landfill property (5-2)
• Adopted resolution determining annexation eligibility for Tower Landfill (7-0)
• Approved annexation ordinance for Tower Landfill on first reading (7-0)
• Approved zoning change for Tower Landfill to PUD on first reading (5-2)
• Approved vacation of portion of Himalaya Street (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including short-term rental registration program and budget amendments (7-0)
• Denied motion for Proposition 123 funding support letter (3-4)
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Sand Creek Greenway fundraiser (7-0)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Commerce City Urban Renewal Authority held a special meeting to discuss an executive session regarding the sale of Tract B within the Mile High Greyhound Park. The session focused on negotiating terms of an existing agreement and legal advice related to a Purchase and Sale Agreement and a potential Planned Unit Development amendment.

• Executive session to negotiate terms of sale for Tract B in Mile High Greyhound Park
• Legal advice sought on Purchase and Sale Agreement and PUD amendment implications

The Urban Renewal Authority held a special meeting and approved the March 25, 2024 minutes. The board then voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss the sale of Tract B at Mile High Greyhound Park and related legal advice. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved March 25, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Entered executive session to instruct negotiators on Tract B sale and receive legal advice (9-0)

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will meet to review recent activities and upcoming community events. The board will receive an update on the Citizens Police Academy.

• National Night Out Kickoff Event on July 30th at Joe Reilly Park
• National Night Out Event on August 6th at various locations
• Citizens Police Academy update

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met on July 25, 2024, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on activities, upcoming events, and department news. The board discussed National Night Out events and heard from the new CALEA Accreditation Manager.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss 'A Good Neighbor.'

• Discussion of 'A Good Neighbor'

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee met on July 25, 2024, with 5 members present and 7 absent. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the June meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting was spent watching the film 'A Good Neighbor' about Lucy Medina; no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations on several city projects and planning updates. The meeting includes a review of the draft 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program (CIP).

• Draft 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program (CIP) updates and horizon projects list
• Derby Downtown District presentation including Master Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines
• PRG Buffalo Run Clubhouse update
• Senior Needs discussion

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will hold interviews to fill vacant board and commission positions. The meeting runs from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and includes a call to order and adjournment. No other agenda items are listed.

• Interviews for Boards and Commissions Vacancies

Liquor License Authority

The Commerce City Liquor License Authority will hold a public hearing on application 24-168 for a new hotel restaurant named El No Que No Restaurant No #2. The hearing will consider the request for a liquor license at 7215 E 72nd Avenue, Unit A. The meeting also includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Call to Order/Roll Call at 8:30 AM
• Public hearing on application 24-168 for New Hotel Restaurant El No Que No Restaurant No #2, 7215 E 72nd Avenue, Unit A
• Adjourn

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The Commerce City Policy and Governance Committee will discuss proposed revisions to five existing city policies numbered CP-2.I, CP-5, CP-14.D, and CP-25. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Proposed revisions to policy CP-2.I
• Proposed revisions to policy CP-5
• Proposed revisions to policy CP-14.D
• Proposed revisions to policy CP-25

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will hold a meeting to approve minutes from the previous month, review the budget, and plan a fellowship dinner. No ordinances or contracts are listed on the agenda.

The Veterans Commission approved spending up to $2,500 for the Oct 17 fellowship dinner at Bison Ridge, and also approved ordering 250 English and 100 Spanish flyers. The June 20 meeting minutes were approved 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved up to $2,500 for Oct 17 fellowship dinner (7-0)
• Approved 250 English and 100 Spanish flyers (6-0)
• Approved June 20 meeting minutes (7-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting virtually to address unfinished business and new updates. The body will review a logo and speaker assignments.

• Discussion of KSA Logo
• Review of Workshop Speaker homework
• Updates for Keynote Speaker

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The committee will hold its regular July 16, 2024 meeting at Bison Ridge Recreation Center to conduct routine business such as approving past minutes, hearing unfinished and new business items, and receiving reports from members and council representatives. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend renaming Oasis Park as Creekside Park, sending the recommendation forward after City Council requested alternative names. The committee also approved its May 21, 2024 minutes and received updates: City Council approved the Parks, Recreation and Golf Master Plan on July 15, and the Buffalo Run Clubhouse project will be re-posted for supplemental bids with those bids returning to Council on July 22. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were presentations and staff updates.

• Approved May 21, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Recommended renaming Oasis Park to Creekside Park (unanimous)
• Received update: City Council approved the Parks, Recreation and Golf Master Plan on July 15
• Received update: Buffalo Run Clubhouse project to be re-posted for supplemental bids, returning to Council July 22
• Received update: staff directed by City Attorney to draft a policy on personal golf cart usage
• Received presentation on tree inventory and maintenance for 1,200 city trees

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board will hold its regular meeting to approve past minutes and vote on Policy 2024-1 regarding permanent and temporary signage regulations. The board will also conduct general public business and adjourn.

• Vote on Policy 2024-1 Permanent and Temporary Signage
• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes

The board reviewed proposed amendments to the Permanent and Temporary Signage policy to allow staff approvals. The item was continued to the next meeting to allow for the addition of compliance measures.

• Approved April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Continued Policy 2024-1 Permanent and Temporary Signage to August 20, 2024 (3-0)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 15, 2024, to discuss and vote on several key items, including mid-year budget amendments totaling $8.8M, an annexation public hearing for the Anderson Ranch property, and resolutions related to grants, zoning, and fees. The meeting will also feature presentations on senior services, metro district audits, and small business support.

• $8.8M mid-year budget appropriation for specified projects (Ord 2611)
• $1.42M CDOT grant for Revitalizing Main Streets Program (Ord 2600)
• $12,023 CDEC grant for child care stabilization (Ord 2595)
• Public hearing on Anderson Ranch Annexation (Res 2024-069)
• Xeric landscaping zoning expansion (Ord 2579)

The City Council approved a six-month extension of the moratorium on new retail and medical marijuana store licenses in Wards I and II. Council also authorized several budget amendments for grants and projects, including $8.8M from the general fund. Multiple directives were issued to staff regarding metro district oversight and business cost analysis.

• Extended retail and medical marijuana license moratorium in Wards I and II (5-4)
• Approved $8.8M appropriation from general fund for specified projects (9-0)
• Approved $1.42M CDOT grant for Revitalizing Main Streets Program (9-0)
• Approved $12,023 CDEC grant for child care stabilization (9-0)
• Adopted Parks, Recreation and Golf Master Plan (9-0)
• Approved 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan (9-0)
• Directed staff to create a 9-citizen independent commission to oversee metro districts (5-4)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Commerce City Rotary Club Golf Tournament (9-0)

City Council

The Commerce City City Council meeting on July 13, 2024 is a retreat, not a regular or special meeting, and no formal actions will be taken. Council members will discuss introductions, opportunities for meeting efficiencies, outcomes, roles and responsibilities, and feedback on procedural rules. The session includes a lunch break and adjourns at 3:00 PM.

• Retreat Introduction
• City Council Meeting Opportunities for Efficiencies
• City Council Meeting Outcomes
• City Council Roles and Responsibilities (Operations vs Policy)
• Bob's Rules of Order Feedback

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will review upcoming Lunch & Learn events and City Council presentations. The meeting includes discussions regarding amending the commission's bylaws and an attendance and participation policy.

• Discussion of amending Senior Commission Bylaws
• Discussion of Attendance and Participation Policy (24-177)
• Review of upcoming Lunch & Learn events on July 30 and September 18
• Monthly Budget Update

The Senior Commission approved the addition of an attendance and participation policy to its bylaws. Members also reviewed the budget, upcoming Lunch and Learn events, and preparations for City Council presentations.

• Approved June 13 meeting minutes
• Approved addition of attendance policy to Senior Commission Bylaws (11-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will review a Delwest Work Force Housing proposal and discuss Conter Cottage rent. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss transitioning toward greater independence and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Commerce City.

• Delwest Work Force Housing Proposal
• Conter Cottage Rent Discussion
• Transition toward Greater Independence and associated Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) discussion

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding a Use-by-Permit request. Steven Welsh is requesting a Night Watchman's Quarters for the property located at 5567 Newport Street.

• Public Hearing: Use-by-Permit for Night Watchman's Quarters at 5567 Newport Street
• Request for I-2 (Medium-Intensity Industrial) zoning district property of approximately 0.46 acres

City Council

The City Council study session includes presentations regarding the Energy, Equity and Environmental Division. The agenda also includes a discussion of an Anti-Idling Draft Ordinance and a Custodial Services update.

• 2024 Q2 Energy, Equity and Environmental Division Update
• Anti-Idling Draft Ordinance discussion
• Custodial Services Update regarding the 2023 Master Services Agreement

Youth Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Commerce City Youth Commission on July 4, 2024, has been canceled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests including right-of-way vacations and zoning changes. The meeting also includes an update to the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan.

• Vacation of 7th Avenue portion north of East 84th Avenue by Mid-Rail Real Estate, LLC
• Zone change from C-2 to R-3 at 6540 Highway 2 by Galatians Enterprises
• Zone change for six parcels at 5400 Forest Street from I-1/I-3 to I-2 by JFW Trucking
• Annexation zone change for 120.94 acres at 9901 Chambers Road to Commerce City PUD
• Update of the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan

The commission recommended three land-use requests to City Council and adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan. One annexation zone change request was continued to the next hearing.

• Recommended approval of 7th Avenue right-of-way vacation for Mid-Rail Real Estate, LLC (4-0)
• Recommended approval of zone change from C-2 to R-3 at 6540 Highway 2 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of zone change to I-2 for 11.02 acres at 5400 Forest Street (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for PUD zone change at 9901 Chambers Road to next hearing (4-0)
• Adopted Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan (3-1)
• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a conditional use permit for an inpatient residential substance abuse treatment facility. The meeting also includes several ordinances to amend the 2024 city budget.

• Public hearing for a substance abuse treatment facility at 7251 E. 49th Avenue and 7201 E. 49th Avenue
• Ordinance 2594: Recognition of $19,688 in opioid settlement funds
• Ordinance 2603: Re-appropriation of $202,154.60 from various donation and grant balances
• Ordinance 2604: Recognition of an $18,000 CDOT grant for DUI enforcement
• Ordinance 2605: Re-appropriation of $24,398.28 from Metropolitan Football Stadium District funding

The City Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for an inpatient substance abuse treatment facility at 7251 and 7201 E. 49th Avenue. The council also adopted economic development incentives for Ardent Mills LLC and passed several budget amendments, including recognizing opioid settlement funds and re-appropriating grant balances. Additionally, the council directed staff to assess road conditions on state and county right-of-ways within the city.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Stout Street Foundation treatment facility (8-1)
• Adopted economic development incentives for Ardent Mills LLC (8-1)
• Approved ordinance to redeem outstanding certificates of participation (8-1)
• Approved budget amendment recognizing $19,688 in opioid settlement funds (8-1)
• Approved budget amendment re-appropriating $202,154.60 in donations and grants (8-1)
• Approved budget amendment recognizing $18,000 CDOT grant for DUI enforcement (8-1)
• Approved budget amendment re-appropriating $24,398.28 for youth activities (8-1)
• Directed staff to assess road repairs on CDOT and Adams County right-of-ways (8-1)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The board will review community events including the Memorial Day Parade and National Night Out - Project 365 Event. The meeting also includes department updates.

• Memorial Day Parade Update
• National Night Out - Project 365 Event

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met on June 27, 2024, and approved its previous meeting minutes. The rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion: a Memorial Day Parade recap, National Night Out participation, and department reports on tourniquets and lifesaving tools, the Small Business Resource Center, Flock camera data, recruitment, an Axon contract for a new RMS, and PowerEngage. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will discuss a Climate Emergency Resolution template and receive updates on the Adams County Health Study, Community Change, E3 2Q, and CLEAN. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding an Anti-Idling Ordinance study session.

• Adams County Health Study
• Climate Emergency Resolution Discussion and Template
• Anti-Idling Ordinance Study Session scheduled for July 8th
• CLEAN updates
• LEED and WELL Training

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee met on June 27, 2024, approving the June minutes and receiving updates on the Adams County Health Study, Community Change and E3 grants, and the CLEAN air sensor network. The committee discussed a Climate Emergency Resolution, with members interested in presenting it and council sponsors identified, and scheduled an anti-idling ordinance study session for July 8. No formal votes were recorded on the climate resolution or anti-idling ordinance; the only action taken was approval of the prior minutes.

• Approved June minutes (motion by Trudy Smith, seconded by Renata Trisilawati)
• Anti-idling ordinance study session scheduled for July 8; first reading date to be determined
• Climate Emergency Resolution discussed; Lucy Molina interested in presenting, Council members Douglas and Chacon want to sponsor
• Received Adams County Health Study presentation from Darci Martinez
• Received Community Change and E3 grant updates from Rosemarie
• Received CLEAN air network update from Renata (20 Clarity Node-S sensors for PM2.5)
• David Williams reported on council training and new Bob's Rules of Order; further discussion pending review
• Laura announced date and location of Eco-Fiesta

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The commission will review the Juneteenth Celebration Report and continue its retreat discussions. The agenda includes finalizing long-term goals and the budget, as well as planning for a September mini retreat.

• Juneteenth Celebration Report
• Finalizing long-term goals
• Finalizing budget
• September Mini Retreat with 2025 Planning

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved its May meeting minutes and finalized long-term goals, both by unanimous vote. The commission reviewed a Juneteenth celebration report noting over 300 attendees and about $4,000 remaining in its budget. It discussed holding an in-person September retreat to plan for 2025, with staff to collect date preferences via a Google form. Member Vanina stepped down, leaving two open seats under recruitment.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved long-term goals (unanimous)
• Noted approximately $4,000 remaining in budget after Juneteenth
• Agreed to plan a September in-person retreat; date/time/location to be finalized at August meeting
• Member Vanina stepped down from the commission; two seats open for recruitment

City Council

This June 24, 2024 study session is informational and does not include votes. Council members will review presentations on a draft economic development strategic plan, the current trash and recycling contract, and updates to the city website. The agenda also covers debriefs from a shopping centers conference and upcoming third-quarter study topics.

• Draft Economic Development Strategic Plan (Pres 24-148)
• Citywide Trash and Recycling Program Update and current contract review (Pres 24-326)
• ICSC Convention Debrief presentation (Pres 24-365)
• Council voting history website update (Pres 24-353)
• Third-quarter study session topic priorities (Pres 24-074)

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee will discuss several proposed revisions to existing city codes or policies. The agenda includes a discussion of multiple specific policy sections including CP-2.F.6, CP-22.D, and others.

• Discussion of proposed revisions to #CP-2.F.6
• Discussion of proposed revisions to #CP-22.D
• Discussion of proposed revisions to #CP-22.K.1 and K.2
• Discussion of proposed revisions to #CP-14.D
• Discussion of proposed revisions to #CP16.A.4, #CP-23.C, and #CP-25

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will review its work plan and budget. The meeting also includes an after-action report for the Memorial Day Parade and planning for a Fellowship Dinner.

• Memorial Day Parade After Action Report
• Work Plan and Budget Review
• Fellowship Dinner Planning

The Veterans Commission approved the minutes from their May 16, 2024, meeting. Members also authorized the expenditure of up to $150 for the purchase of a cart to transport promotional materials. The commission discussed the Memorial Day Parade, future event planning, and logistics for an upcoming fellowship dinner.

• Approved May 16, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $150 for a promotional material transport cart (unanimous)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to finalize details for the upcoming KSA Conference. Discussion includes selecting an opening speaker, finalizing workshop speakers, and addressing the KSA logo.

• Selection of opening speaker for KSA Conference
• Finalization of workshop speakers
• Discussion regarding KSA logo

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee on June 18, 2024, has been canceled.

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will review subcommittee reports regarding music, art exhibitions, and Hispanic heritage. The agenda includes discussions on public art scheduling and upcoming 2025 projects.

• Public Art Call Delay/Summer Meeting Scheduling
• Upcoming 2025 Projects
• September City Council presentations
• October Retreat Date selection

The Cultural Council approved the May meeting minutes and rescheduled the July meeting to August 20. The council also voted to hold the August meeting in person.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rescheduling July meeting to August 20 (unanimous)
• Approved August 20 meeting to be held in person (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments involving grants and fund transfers. The agenda also includes a proposal to extend the moratorium on new retail and medical marijuana store licenses in Wards I and II.

• Budget amendment for $98,229.92 Regional Air Quality Council Grant
• Budget amendment for $5,000 Walmart/Spark Good Local Grant
• Transfer of $1,100,000 to the Capital Expenditures Fund for Buffalo Highlands Oasis Project
• Transfer of $1,392,000 for Police Records Management System costs
• Ordinance to extend the marijuana store license moratorium in Wards I and II

City Council passed an emergency ordinance to allow the limited use of certain fireworks. The council also approved several budget amendments for grants and police systems, and extended a marijuana store license moratorium in Wards I and II.

• Approved emergency Ordinance 2607 allowing limited use of certain fireworks (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2567 extending marijuana store license moratorium in Wards I and II on first reading (6-2)
• Approved $1.392M budget transfer for Police Records Management System (8-0)
• Approved contract for police records management services to Axon Enterprise, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $1.1M transfer for Buffalo Highlands Oasis Project (7-1)
• Approved $1.42M CDOT grant for Revitalizing Main Streets program on first reading (8-0)
• Approved $3,500 sponsorship for Adams County Fair (8-0)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for Community Uplift Partnership annual gala (8-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will conduct reviews of previous Lunch & Learn and Senior Resource Fair events. The agenda also includes a monthly budget update and a senior assessment.

• Lunch & Learn 1 Retrospective Review
• Lunch & Learn 2 Details
• Senior Resource Fair Retrospective
• Monthly Budget Update
• Senior Assessment

The commission approved moving $2,000 from the Senior Resource Fair budget to other accounts. Members also reviewed the Senior Needs Assessment and planned a presentation for City Council on July 22nd.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved moving $1,000 from Senior Resource Fair budget to third Lunch and Learn budget (8-0)
• Approved moving $1,000 from Senior Resource Fair budget to miscellaneous (8-0)

Housing Authority

The Board will review a work force housing proposal from Delwest and may enter an executive session to discuss negotiation strategies and real estate matters. The meeting also includes financial reports for CCHA, Conter Cottage, Pinecrest, and Conter Estates, as well as a discussion regarding Conter Cottage rent.

• Delwest Work Force Housing Proposal presentation
• Conter Cottage Rent Discussion
• CCHA Monthly Financials (December)
• Conter Cottage Financials (April)
• Pinecrest, Conter Estates Phase 1, and Phase 2 Financials (April)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission is holding a study session to finalize details for Juneteenth. The meeting includes discussions regarding event volunteer assignments.

• Juneteenth final details
• Event volunteer assignments

The commission met for a study session to discuss final details and volunteer assignments for Juneteenth. The provided minutes do not record any formal votes or substantive decisions.

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation is meeting to discuss preparations for an upcoming event. The agenda includes updates on sponsors, silent auctions, and printed materials.

• Sponsor updates
• Silent auction update
• Event program and printed materials
• Awards and speaker planning
• Volunteer assignments

The meeting was a study session covering event logistics and updates. The provided minutes record the agenda items discussed but do not list any substantive decisions or vote outcomes.

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will conduct a meeting including the approval of minutes and discussions regarding Cook Street Consulting and Mission Square. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

• Cook Street Consulting discussion
• Mission Square discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review several ongoing updates. Presentations include progress on city wayfinding, the Land Development Code, and an oil and gas monthly update.

• Wayfinding Update presentation
• Land Development Code Update presentation
• Oil and Gas Monthly Update presentation

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The discussion involves the lease of real property at the Adams Tower Building located at 7190 Colorado Boulevard.

• Discussion of real property lease at 7190 Colorado Boulevard
• Determination of positions subject to negotiation

The City Council held a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session. The session was held to discuss the lease of real property at the Adams Tower Building and to instruct negotiators.

• Entered executive session to discuss lease of real property at 7190 Colorado Boulevard (8-0, 1 excused)

Youth Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Commerce City Youth Commission on June 6, 2024, has been canceled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including a conditional use permit for an inpatient substance abuse treatment facility. Additionally, the commission will review multiple requests from Allied Waste Systems of Colorado LLC regarding property near East 88th Avenue and E-470.

• Conditional Use Permit for an Inpatient Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility at 7251 E. 49th Ave and 7201 E. 49th Ave
• Land Use Plan Amendment for Allied Waste Systems of Colorado LLC at the southwest corner of East 88th Avenue and E-470
• Annexation zone change from Adams County Agricultural-3 to Commerce City Planned Unit Development for property near East 88th Avenue and E-470
• Vacation of a portion of Himalaya Street extending south from East 88th Avenue
• Xeriscape Land Development Code Text Amendment

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a substance abuse treatment facility and three requests from Allied Waste Systems of Colorado LLC. The waste site requests include a land use plan amendment, a zoning change to Planned Unit Development, and a partial street vacation.

• Recommended approval of CUP24-0001 for an inpatient substance abuse treatment facility at 7251 and 7201 E. 49th Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve LUP-058-24 to change land use from DIA Technology to Utility at E. 88th Ave and E-470 (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Z-705-99-00-09-24 for PUD Zoning at E. 88th Ave and E-470 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of V-93-24 to vacate 3,286 feet of Himalaya Street, conditional on an access agreement (4-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment that would allow marijuana retail and medical centers at 18494 E. 104th Avenue, establishing new setback rules for adjacent properties. The council will also review first readings of ordinances to allocate $1,392,000 for a police records management system and spend $19,688 from opioid settlement funds. A resolution proposes transferring land near 96th Avenue and Reunion Parkway to School District 27J for school use. The agenda also includes fee schedule revisions and project updates.

• Public hearing on PUDA-23-0002 to amend the Reunion PUD zone document for marijuana uses and setbacks at 18494 E. 104th Avenue
• First reading of Ordinance 2592 to transfer $1,392,000 in unencumbered fund balances for the police records management system
• First reading of Ordinance 2594 to recognize and spend $19,688 from opioid settlement funds
• Resolution 2024-051 to convey real property near 96th Avenue and Reunion Parkway to School District 27J for a school site
• First reading of Ordinance 2577 to allow backyard chickens and bees under Chapter 4 of the municipal code

City Council approved a PUD zone amendment to allow marijuana uses and established specific security standards for the site. The council also approved several budget amendments and a property conveyance to School District 27J.

• Approved PUD zone amendment for marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue with added security standards (6-3)
• Approved conveyance of real property at 96th Avenue and Reunion Parkway to School District 27J (9-0)
• Approved $1.392M budget transfer for police records management system on first reading (9-0)
• Approved $19,688 in opioid settlement funds on first reading (9-0)
• Approved ordinance to redeem Certificates of Participation, Series 2017B on first reading (9-0)
• Approved ordinances regarding backyard chickens/bees and urban camping restrictions (8-1)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Kids First Health Care's Back-to-Health Breakfast (9-0)
• Directed staff to analyze fee schedule changes for neighborhood events (9-0)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Commission will review the April 24, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss updates for the Juneteenth celebration. Members will also work to finalize goals and a budget for an upcoming retreat.

• Approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Juneteenth Celebration volunteer update
• Retreat goal and budget finalization
• Discussion of PRIDE Table and Hispanic Heritage events

The Commerce City Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved the April 24, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously and approved spending up to $250 on rainbow paper fans for a PRIDE event. The commission finalized short-term goals but deferred long-term goals and its budget to June. It also reviewed a drafted annual presentation for City Council set for June 17 and discussed Juneteenth and PRIDE volunteer plans.

• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $250 for rainbow paper fans for PRIDE event (unanimous)
• Finalized short-term goals; long-term goals deferred to June
• Budget discussion deferred to June
• June agenda will include long-term goals, budget, possible mini retreat, proclamations; educational component removed

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will review scholarship recipient questions and updates regarding the Curt Holland Golf Tournament. The meeting also includes a recruitment brainstorm and discussion of the summer meeting schedule.

• Scholarship Program report
• Curt Holland Golf Tournament silent auction and sponsors
• Recruitment brainstorm

The foundation appointed an interim chair and vice chair after two members resigned, leaving the group below the required quorum. The board also approved the April meeting minutes and established funding terms for a scholarship recipient.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved granting scholarship recipient $1,000 per year of schooling
• Appointed Kayla Burby as Interim Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Sarai Thomas as Interim Vice Chair (unanimous)

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The May 24, 2024, meeting of the City Council Policy and Governance Committee was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No business was conducted.

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The board will conduct a call to order and review previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes an introduction of Commander Damien Thompson and a list of upcoming community events.

• Introduction of Commander Damien Thompson
• 58th Annual Memorial Day Parade on May 27, 2024
• Senior Resource Fair at Eagle Point Recreation Center on June 8, 2024
• Music in the Park events at Veterans Memorial Park, Fronterra Park, River Run Park, and Pioneer Park

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met on May 23, 2024, and approved its previous meeting minutes. The board received an introduction from Commander Damian Thompson, discussed upcoming community events, and heard a series of department updates. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 5:05 PM.

• Approved the previous meeting minutes

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will discuss funding opportunities and community environmental justice priorities. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Eagle Pointe Recreation Center.

• Funding Opportunities discussion
• Community EJ Priority discussion

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on golf programs and review the Tree Board. The meeting also includes discussions regarding golf carts and follow-up on the naming of Oasis Park.

• Oasis Park Naming Follow Up
• Golf Programs Presentation
• Tree Board Review
• Golf Cart Discussion
• September Park Tour planning

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee requested a legal interpretation of city code regarding private golf carts and low-speed vehicles. The committee also cancelled its June meeting and tabled a discussion on creating a Tree Board.

• Approved April 16, 2024 minutes (Unanimous)
• Cancelled June 18, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Tabled Tree Board discussion until after Parks Maintenance presentation (Unanimous)
• Approved request for legal interpretation on private golf cart and low-speed vehicle use at Buffalo Run Golf Course (6-3)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will discuss updates for Music in the Park, including food and banners. Members will also review public art maintenance and the proposed creation of a Hispanic Heritage Committee.

• Music in the Park food and banner updates
• Public Art maintenance for Cockelbur & Underpass Mural
• Creation of a Hispanic Heritage Committee
• Memorial Day Parade Budget discussion
• Review of art exhibition submissions

The Council approved expenditures for food vouchers and a banner for Music in the Park. Members decided to accept all art exhibition submissions and authorized a new public art call to honor Cocklebur.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $3,200 for free food vouchers for Music in the Park (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300 for a 14' feather banner (unanimous)
• Decided to accept all art exhibition submissions pending releases and stipulations
• Approved virtual meetings for June and July and no meeting in August (unanimous)
• Approved one-year maintenance schedule with artist for 72nd & Quebec Underpass Mural (unanimous)
• Approved public art call for a new piece honoring Cocklebur (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments, including grant recognitions and a fund transfer for the Buffalo Highlands Oasis project. The agenda also includes discussions on road reconstruction design and various master services agreements.

• Ordinance 2576: Recognition of $98,229.92 Regional Air Quality Council grant
• Ordinance 2586: Recognition of $5,000 Walmart/Spark Good Local grant for police outreach
• Ordinance 2588: Transfer of $1,100,000 to Capital Expenditures for Buffalo Highlands Oasis project
• Resolution 2024-049: Engineering design for E. 56th Avenue reconstruction between Brighton Blvd and Vasquez Blvd
• Master services agreements for plumbing repair services with Sunshine Home Services, Everest Mechanical Northern Colorado, LLC, and Braconier Plumbing and Heating Co., Inc.

Commerce City Council approved on first reading an ordinance transferring $1,100,000 from the Impact Fees Fund to the Capital Expenditures Fund for the Buffalo Highlands Oasis project. Council also approved on first reading budget amendments recognizing a $98,229.92 Regional Air Quality Council grant for Mow Down Pollution and a $5,000 Walmart/Spark Good Local Grant for police community outreach. The consent agenda, including minutes and several resolutions, was approved 7-0 with two members excused. Council directed staff on various administrative matters, including exploring solutions for Colorado Blvd, increasing illegal dumping fines, and sponsoring community events.

• Approved on first reading Ord 2588 transferring $1,100,000 from Impact Fees Fund to Capital Expenditures Fund for Buffalo Highlands Oasis project (7-0, 2 excused)
• Approved on first reading Ord 2576 recognizing $98,229.92 Regional Air Quality Council grant for Mow Down Pollution (7-0, 2 excused)
• Approved on first reading Ord 2586 recognizing $5,000 Walmart/Spark Good Local Grant for police community outreach (7-0, 2 excused)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and resolutions for plumbing services, HOME Consortium IGA, and E. 56th Avenue design contract (7-0, 2 excused)
• Directed staff to explore solutions for Colorado Blvd south of 68th Avenue (7-0, 2 excused)
• Directed staff to bring back current illegal dumping fines and explore increasing fines and signage (7-0, 2 excused)
• Requested City sponsor Pride Adams County at Riverdale Park on June 8, 2024 for $3,000 (7-0, 2 excused)
• Requested City sponsor 27J Education Foundation luncheon for $1,000 (7-0, 2 excused)

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission is meeting to discuss its draft 2024 work plan and budget. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Memorial Day parade.

• Draft 2024 Work Plan
• Draft 2024 Budget
• Memorial Day Parade discussion

The Commerce City Veterans Commission met on May 16, 2024 via Zoom. The minutes list a call to order and roll call, public comment, a discussion of the 2024 work plan and budget tied to item Pres 24-290 (draft work plan and budget documents attached), a Memorial Day Parade discussion, other business/open forum, and adjournment. The record does not show any motions, votes, or approvals; the work plan and budget are identified only as drafts.

• No substantive decisions recorded; agenda items were discussion-only
• 2024 work plan and budget discussed as drafts (Pres 24-290); no approval recorded
• Memorial Day Parade discussed; no action recorded

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission Conference Subcommittee is meeting to discuss upcoming event logistics. Discussion topics include the conference opening schedule, keynote speakers, workshop speakers, and prize ideas.

• Discussion of conference and opening schedule
• Discussion of workshop speakers
• Discussion of swag and prize ideas

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hold a study session to review checklists and secure vendors. The meeting also includes finalizing swag and discussing Juneteenth fact gathering.

• Reviewing checklists and securing vendors
• Finalizing swag
• Juneteenth fact gathering discussion

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission held a study session on May 14, 2024. The agenda listed topics for discussion, including securing vendors, finalizing swag, and gathering facts for Juneteenth. The minutes do not record any formal votes, approvals, or decisions made during the meeting.

• Study session held to discuss vendor checklist, swag, and Juneteenth planning
• No formal decisions or votes recorded in the minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review several departmental plans and updates. Discussions include the Parks, Recreation and Golf Master Plan and an economic development marketing plan.

• Marijuana Moratorium Discussion (Pres 24-077)
• Parks, Recreation and Golf Master Plan - Final Draft (Pres 24-065)
• Economic Development Marketing Plan (Pres 24-147)
• 2024 Public Engagement Events Planning (Pres 24-271)
• Paradice Island Leak Cost Proposal Update (Pres 24-205)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Commerce City Council. The council will meet in executive session to receive legal advice regarding negotiations for Denver International Airport and potential litigation on another matter.

• Executive session regarding Denver International Airport negotiations
• Executive session concerning potential litigation on another matter

The Commerce City Council held a special meeting to enter a closed executive session. The session was authorized to receive legal advice regarding negotiations with Denver International Airport and potential litigation on another matter. No public decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved entry into executive session regarding DIA negotiations and litigation (7-0 vote, 2 absent)

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The Committee will discuss the prioritization and clarification of current City Council policies. This includes reviewing several specific items including CP-2.F.6., CP-11., CP-22.K.1. and 2., and CP-22.M.

• Review of Council Policy #CP-2.F.6.
• Review of Council Policy #CP-11.
• Review of Council Policy #CP-22.K.1. and 2.
• Review of Council Policy #CP-22.M.

Senior Commission

The Commerce City Senior Commission is meeting to provide updates on several programs. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Senior Resource Fair and a Senior Needs Assessment Survey. Members will also review the monthly budget and approve minutes from the April 11 meeting.

• Approval of April 11th meeting minutes
• Senior Resource Fair update
• Senior Needs Assessment Survey discussion
• Monthly Budget Update
• New Member Update

The commission approved the minutes from the April 11th meeting. Members discussed planning for a resource fair, the Memorial Day Parade, and the scheduling of a second Lunch and Learn event.

• Approved April 11th meeting minutes with attendance corrections

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding backyard chickens and bees, as well as restrictions on urban camping. The council is also finalizing a zoning amendment to allow marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue. Other items include a permit for a water line extension and discussions regarding personnel matters in executive sessions.

• Ordinance allowing backyard chickens and bees
• Ordinance restricting unauthorized urban camping
• Zoning amendment for marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue
• $200,000 CDOT grant for E. 64th Avenue Corridor Study
• Permit for a 1.5-mile water line extension

Council approved the rezoning of a property at 8050 Rosemary Street from agricultural to light intensity industrial. The council also approved several budget amendments for transportation grants and a permit for a domestic water system extension.

• Approved rezoning of 8050 Rosemary Street from Agricultural (AG) to Light Intensity Industrial (I-1) (6-1)
• Approved permit for 1.5-mile domestic water system extension within E-470 and East 96th Avenue right-of-way (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 CDOT grant for E. 64th Avenue Corridor Study (7-0)
• Approved $6,000 CDOT grant for Click It or Ticket (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing backyard chickens and bees (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance restricting unauthorized urban camping (7-0)
• Approved $400 donation to Monaco Elementary for caps and gowns (7-0)
• Continued Reunion PUD Zone Document Amendment regarding marijuana uses to June 3, 2024 (4-3)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The district is considering a second reading of Ordinance ECAGID-015-24. This ordinance involves including portions of land known as QuikTrip, located at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road, into the E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District.

• Ordinance ECAGID-015-24 regarding QuikTrip lands at East 81st Avenue and Tower Road
• Approval of April 1, 2024, and April 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District board approved an ordinance on second and final reading to include lands generally known as QuikTrip, located at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road, into the district. The board also approved the minutes from its April 1 and April 8, 2024 meetings. Two board members were excused from the meeting.

• Approved ordinance ECAGID-015-24 adding QuikTrip lands to district (7-2)
• Approved minutes from April 1, 2024 meeting (7-2)
• Approved minutes from April 8, 2024 meeting (7-2)
• Excused members Madera and Kim from attendance (7-2)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss upcoming community programs and outreach efforts. The commission is scheduled to vote on the Memorial Day Parade, a summer Cultural Arts Event, and budgets for outreach items.

• Vote on Memorial Day Parade
• Vote on budget for outreach items
• Vote on summer Cultural Arts Event
• Music in the Parks outreach dates
• Bike Event

The Youth Commission approved a budget for summer outreach materials and decided not to participate in the Memorial Day Parade. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $400 budget for summer outreach materials (unanimous)
• Approved motion to not attend the Memorial Day Parade (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will attend a joint session with the Adams 14 School District on April 29, 2024. The agenda covers education collaboration between local school boards and city leadership, community open space planning, and updates on unhoused families and municipal projects. Per the official notice, no formal action or votes will be taken during this meeting. Residents can use the session to learn how city services coordinate with regional schools and park initiatives.

• Joint informational meeting with Adams 14 School District
• Education collaboration discussion involving A14 Board, School District 27J, and City Council
• Community open space collaboration planning
• Discussion on unhoused families in Commerce City
• Updates on CCURA and MHGP projects

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will meet to discuss current vacancies within city boards and commissions. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted electronically via Zoom.

• Discussion regarding board and commission vacancies

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission is meeting to review short-term and long-term goals. The commission will also address its annual budget.

• Short Term Goals
• Long Term Goals
• Annual Budget

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission met for a study session to discuss short-term and long-term goals and the annual budget. The minutes list these topics as agenda items but do not record any specific decisions, approvals, or votes.

• Agenda listed discussion of short-term and long-term goals
• Agenda listed discussion of annual budget
• No substantive decisions or votes recorded in the minutes

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will review and approve its 2024 Budget and Work Plan. The meeting also includes a vote on a new Secretary position and a review of amended bylaws.

• Review and approve 2024 Budget and Work Plan
• Vote to approve new Secretary position
• Review and approve amended bylaws
• Department updates

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved its 2024 Budget and Work Plan. The board also adopted a bylaw amendment regarding member attendance at citywide events. The Police Chief provided updates on grants, recruitment, and upcoming events.

• Approved 2024 Budget and Work Plan (5-0)
• Adopted bylaw addition requiring members to attend at least two citywide events per calendar year

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will review the budget and planning update for the Juneteenth Celebration. The meeting also includes preparations for an upcoming commission retreat.

• Juneteenth Celebration budget and planning update
• Retreat agenda and shirt distribution

The Commission approved the budget for the Juneteenth Celebration and authorized payment for breakfast at the upcoming committee retreat. Members discussed planning updates for the Juneteenth event, including potential partnerships and business markets.

• Approved March 28th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $6,905.13 Juneteenth Celebration budget (unanimous)
• Decided to exclude stage, power, and sound from this year's Juneteenth budget
• Approved Commission payment for breakfast at April 27th retreat (unanimous)

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will select scholarship program winners and receive subcommittee reports on nonprofit grants. The meeting also includes reviewing the CH Golf Tournament budget and discussing upcoming community items like the Memorial Day Float.

• Selection of scholarship program winners
• CH Golf Tournament budget and swag discussion
• Nonprofit grants subcommittee report
• Memorial Day Float planning
• Restaurant Fundraisers update

The board approved scholarship awards for 12 recipients and allocated funds for golf tournament merchandise. The board also decided to end its membership with the Chamber of Commerce and rescheduled its annual City Council presentation.

• Approved $52,000 for 11 community scholarships ($4,000 each) and 1 Curt Holland scholarship ($8,000) (unanimous)
• Approved up to $7,000 for golf tournament swag (unanimous)
• Decided not to renew Chamber of Commerce membership
• Declined to participate in the Memorial Day Float
• Approved spending on candy for recruitment tabling opportunities
• Moved annual City Council presentation to September
• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session featuring several departmental updates. Presentations include information on the Golf Clubhouse remodel, energy and environmental division updates, and oil and gas activity.

• Golf Clubhouse Remodel/Budget Update
• 2024 Q1 Energy, Equity and Environmental Division Update
• Monthly Oil & Gas Update
• Adams Tower Sixth Floor Leasing Opportunity
• Inclusive History of Commerce City

City Council Legislative Committee

The City Council Legislative Committee will meet to conduct a review of key legislation via the Bill Tracker. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including a call to order and adjournment.

• Key Legislation Review via Bill Tracker

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider a renewal of the Municipal Court Judge's employment agreement. The council will also discuss rescheduling a public hearing regarding a domestic water system extension and review a sponsorship request.

• Renewal of employment agreement for the Municipal Court Judge
• Rescheduling of public hearing for Resolution 2024-037 (water line installation near E-470 and East 96th Avenue)
• 24th Annual 14'ER Fest sponsorship request

The Commerce City Council unanimously approved a resolution renewing the employment agreement for the Municipal Court Judge. They also voted to reschedule the public hearing for a 1.5-mile water line extension permit from June 3 to May 6, 2024. Additionally, the Council approved a sponsorship request for the 24th Annual 14'ER Fest.

• Approved renewal of Municipal Court Judge employment agreement (Voice Vote: Unanimous)
• Rescheduled public hearing for water line extension permit to May 6, 2024 (Vote: Unanimous)
• Approved sponsorship request for Adams 14 14'ER Fest (Vote: Unanimous)

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The Boards & Commissions Committee will hold interviews to fill various vacancies. The meeting is scheduled to take place electronically via Zoom.

• Interviews for Boards and Commissions Vacancies

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will discuss its 2024 work plan and budget. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a veterans appreciation dinner and a commission brochure.

• Approval of March 19, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Work Plan/Budget
• Discussion of Veteran's appreciation Dinner
• Discussion of Veteran's Commission Brochure

The Commerce City Veterans Commission meeting scheduled for April 18, 2024, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted, and no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission Conference Subcommittee will discuss preparations for an upcoming conference. The meeting includes voting on flyers, researching keynote speakers, and creating a marketing proposal.

• Vote on flyers
• Keynote speaker research
• Discussion of opening/closing speakers
• Creation of a marketing proposal

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct the election of a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes one action item listed as DRB24-0001.

• Approval of Min 24-062 Derby Review Board Minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Action Item DRB24-0001

The Derby Review Board elected Edwin Flores as Chairperson and Adan Ramos as Vice Chairperson, and approved its prior meeting minutes. The board then approved case DRB24-0001, a Derby Redevelopment application for 7280 Magnolia Street, finding it meets the Derby Design Guidelines. It also approved the use of catalyst funds not to exceed $1,946.00 to reimburse the applicant for qualifying costs. All votes were 3-0, with three board members absent.

• Elected Edwin Flores as Chairperson and Adan Ramos as Vice Chairperson (all in favor)
• Approved prior Derby Review Board minutes (3-0)
• Approved DRB24-0001, a Derby Redevelopment application for 7280 Magnolia Street (3-0)
• Approved catalyst funds not to exceed $1,946.00 to reimburse the applicant (3-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The committee will follow up on Oasis Park naming and the annual review. Members will also review a brochure update presentation and discuss a park tour. Details for the Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament will be presented.

• Follow-up on Oasis Park naming (24-098)
• Brochure update review/feedback presentation (24-100)
• $500 registration fee per foursome for the golf tournament (24-101)
• Discussion regarding a park tour (24-102)

The committee approved the minutes from the March 19, 2024, meeting. Members discussed updates to the recreation brochure, the upcoming Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament, and planning for a September park tour.

• Approved March 19, 2024, minutes (Unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council is reviewing subcommittee reports regarding music, exhibitions, and public art. The meeting includes updates on grants, finance, and preparations for the Memorial Day Parade.

• Kite Sculpture requires $7,350 in repairs
• Trademark renewal costing $30
• Memorial Day Parade Float deadline of May 3rd
• Sand Creek Regional Greenway presentation

The Cultural Council approved a $5,000 stipend for each of three finalists in the Monaco Park art selection process, rejecting an alternative tiered payment structure. The council also unanimously approved $7,350 in repairs for a kite sculpture and an $800 stipend for artists selected for traffic control cabinets. Additionally, the council voted to renew an expired trademark for $30 and extended the deadline for art exhibition submissions to May 15.

• Approved Option B for Monaco Park art selection: $5k to each of 3 finalists (5-2 vote)
• Approved $7,350 for kite sculpture repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $800 per artist for Traffic Control Cabinets selection (unanimous)
• Approved $30 renewal for expired trademark (unanimous)
• Extended Art Exhibition submission deadline to May 15
• Approved minutes from March meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts for paving, concrete repair, and park construction. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel evaluations and the recognition of various federal and state grants.

• Ordinance to re-appropriate $2,494,500 in ARPA funding to General and Facilities Services funds
• Contract award for Oasis Park construction to Colorado Designscapes Inc.
• Resolution awarding the 2024 Asphalt Mill and Overlay project to Asphalt Specialties Company, Inc.
• Ordinance recognizing a $200,000 CDOT grant for the E. 64th Avenue Corridor Study
• Discussion regarding support for the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks (CABT)

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts for asphalt, slurry seal, and concrete work. The council also authorized a $1,908,000 contract for the construction of Oasis Park and approved budget amendments for ARPA funding.

• Approved $1,908,000 Oasis Park construction contract to Colorado Designscapes Inc. (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Asphalt Mill and Overlay project to Asphalt Specialties Company, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Slurry Seal project to A-1 Chipseal Company (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Hot-in-Place pavement project to Cutler Repaving, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Concrete Flatwork and Repair project to Gold Star Concrete, Inc. (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate Transportation Master Plan update with Felsburg Holt and Ullevig (6-0)
• Approved professional services for Pioneer Park spray grounds reconstruction (6-0)
• Directed staff to draft opposition letter to US House Resolution 3372 (6-0)

Senior Commission

The Commerce City Senior Commission will hear a presentation regarding the I-270 Project. The meeting also includes updates on the Senior Resource Fair and the Senior Needs Assessment.

• I-270 Project presentation by Christian Jimenez
• Senior Resource Fair subcommittee schedule updates
• Scheduling of next Lunch & Learn
• Review of Senior Needs Assessment

The commission approved the minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting. Members discussed planning for the Senior Resource Fair and an upcoming Lunch & Learn event on April 24, 2024. The commission also discussed rescheduling the annual senior needs assessment update to city council.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

This study session includes a recap of last year's Juneteenth activities and discussion for this year. The commission will also conduct a budget review.

• Juneteenth planning
• Budget review

The commission conducted a study session to recap last year's Juneteenth events and discuss plans for the current year. The meeting also included a budget review.

City Council

This study session includes presentations regarding the Land Development Code update and a budget update for the Golf Clubhouse remodel. Council will also receive updates on xeriscaping and the Energy, Equity and Environmental Division.

• Land Development Code Update presentation
• Xeriscape follow-up and approved plant list
• Golf Clubhouse remodel/budget update
• 2024 Q1 Energy, Equity and Environmental Division update
• Review of work schedule for meetings

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the scope of work for a Metro District audit. The council will also enter an executive session regarding strategy for negotiating the lease or purchase of City-owned mineral interests.

• Metro District Audit Scope of Work
• Negotiations regarding offers to lease and purchase City-owned mineral interests

City Council approved a motion requiring City Attorney staff to evaluate the cost and timeline for reviewing metropolitan district service plans. This action follows the completion of a financial audit of mill levy certifications by Hilltop Securities.

• Directed City Attorney staff to review costs and timeline for metropolitan district service plan review (7-2)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

A public hearing will be held regarding ordinance ECAGID-015-24. This item proposes including portions of land known as QuikTrip, located at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road, into the E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District.

• Public hearing for ordinance ECAGID-015-24 regarding land inclusion

The Board approved the first reading of an ordinance to include lands generally known as QuikTrip into the E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District. The lands are located at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance ECAGID-015-24 to include QuikTrip lands in district (7-2)

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will conduct a review of key legislation via the bill tracker. The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and adjournment.

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will discuss whether to cancel or keep the June 7 meeting and consider moving the end-of-year celebration to May 2. The commission will also discuss potential participation in the Memorial Day Parade.

• Discussion on canceling or keeping the June 7 meeting
• Proposal to move the end-of-year celebration to May 2
• Potential participation in the Memorial Day Parade
• Sharing of Qualtrics survey results

The Commerce City Youth Commission approved its March 7, 2024 meeting minutes and a Qualtrics survey for the KSA Conference, both by unanimous vote. It approved cancelling its June 6 meeting and approved moving the end-of-the-year celebration to the May 2 full commission meeting. A guest speaker from the Clerk and Recorder's office discussed opportunities for youth to work at the polls, and the commission noted a sub-committee will keep meeting monthly through the summer. No public comment was recorded.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Qualtrics Survey for KSA Conference (unanimous)
• Approved cancelling June 6 meeting
• Approved moving end-of-year celebration to May 2 full commission meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review findings from the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan. The session also includes a presentation on xeriscaping.

• Parks, Recreation, and Golf Master Plan Findings Presentation
• Xeriscaping Presentation by Alex Van Zante

Quality Community Foundation

This study session focuses on finalizing the budget for an upcoming tournament. The group will review sponsorship lists, vendor selections, and t-shirt designs. They also plan to present these updates at the April QCF board meeting.

• Finalizing tournament budget including tent and golf course pricing
• Reviewing sponsorship list and communications
• Finalizing swag, vendors, and t-shirt design
• Preparing for the April QCF board meeting presentation

The board held a study session to review tournament pricing, sponsorships, and vendor details. The meeting focused on preparing a budget and swag presentation for the April board meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding land use, including a recycling facility permit and multiple rezoning requests. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for food assistance and a resolution for a domestic water system extension.

• Ordinance 2565: $20,500 for food assistance programs
• Conditional Use Permit CUP23-0001: Recycling facility at 6425 Brighton Boulevard
• Resolution 2024-037: Water line extension near E-470 and East 96th Avenue
• Ordinance Z-993-24: Rezoning of 8050 Rosemary Street
• Ordinance PUDA-23-0002: Modification of uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue

Council approved a rezoning for 6601 Colorado Boulevard and first readings for properties at 18494 E. 104th Avenue and 8050 Rosemary Street. The council also authorized $20,500 in ARPA funds for food assistance and ordered an audit of emergency rent subsidies.

• Approved $20,500 in ARPA funds for food assistance programs (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 6601 Colorado Boulevard to Medium Intensity Industrial (5-3)
• Approved first reading for marijuana use amendment at 18494 E. 104th Avenue (6-3)
• Approved first reading for rezoning 8050 Rosemary Street to Light Intensity Industrial (7-1)
• Directed staff to audit 2023-2024 ARPA emergency rent subsidies (9-0)
• Amended Rocky Mountain Recycling CUP to limit operating hours and require screening (Unanimous)
• Continued water system extension permit (Res 2024-037) to June 3, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Sikh, Dark Sky, and Autism awareness (Unanimous)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance ECAGID-015-24. The measure proposes including property generally known as QuikTrip at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road into the district boundaries. The agenda also covers approval of minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting before adjournment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance ECAGID-015-24 to include land in the E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District
• Inclusion of property generally known as QuikTrip at the southwest corner of East 81st Avenue and Tower Road
• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District approved the minutes from November 6, 2023. The board voted to continue a public hearing regarding the inclusion of QuikTrip lands into the district.

• Approved November 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Continued ordinance ECAGID-015-24 regarding QuikTrip lands at E 81st Ave and Tower Road to April 8, 2024 (8-1)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will review the 2024 Budget and Work Plan. The board is also scheduled to vote on a new Secretary position and review amended bylaws.

• Review and approve 2024 Budget and Work Plan
• Vote on approving new Secretary position
• Review and approve amended bylaws

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Commission will hold a study session regarding an Anti-Idling Ordinance. Members will also receive updates on HB 24-1338 and HB 24-1339 concerning disproportionately impacted communities.

• Anti-Idling Ordinance study session
• HB 24-1338 and HB 24-1339 legislative updates
• Community Change Grant discussion
• Eagle Pointe Tree Giveaway on April 22
• Pioneer Park Tree Planting on April 27

The Environmental Policy Advisory Committee met on March 28, 2024, and approved the February meeting minutes. The rest of the session covered updates and event announcements, including state bills HB 24-1338 and HB 24-1339, an anti-idling ordinance set for an April 8 study session, a Community Change Grant, and upcoming Earth Day and tree-planting events. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 5:45 PM.

• Approved February meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Martinez, seconded by Commissioner Singleton; tally not recorded)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will meet to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The commission will also discuss long-term and short-term goals during a retreat.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Presentation to City Council
• Discussion of Long Term Goals
• Discussion of Short Term Goals

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The commission approved minutes from January and February and identified potential dates for a future retreat.

• Approved January and February minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Iona LongSoldier as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Bianca Gonzalez-De La Rosa as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ana La Scoezec as Secretary (unanimous)
• Established April 27 or May 4 as commission retreat dates

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss subcommittee updates. Members will select winners for nonprofit grants, address a scholarship program inquiry, and plan the Curt Holland Golf Tournament. The agenda also covers a Panda Express fundraiser proposal and logistics for upcoming meetings.

• Select winners for Nonprofit Grants
• Review Scholarship Program study abroad inquiry
• Update on Curt Holland Golf Tournament planning
• Discuss Panda Express fundraiser proposal
• Plan April in-person meeting and May City Council presentation

The board approved funding for nonprofit program and operating grants. It also authorized the use of scholarship funds for verified study abroad programs and approved spending for a golf tournament tent.

• Approved $135,000 for program grant winners (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 for general operating grant winners (unanimous)
• Approved use of scholarship funds for verified study abroad programs (unanimous)
• Approved up to $3,000 for a golf tournament tent (unanimous)
• Approved moving the April meeting back to virtual (unanimous)
• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review several presentations. Topics include high hazard zones, custodial services, and city-wide safety plans.

• High Hazard Zones presentation
• Custodial Services Analysis Update
• Due Diligence for the Ramp to Vasquez Boulevard from Brighton Boulevard at E. 68th Avenue
• City-wide Safety Action Plan update

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will review a presentation regarding CDOT Project 22922 impacts to MHGP Tract B. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2023 Report of Accomplishments and the 2024 Outlook.

• Presentation on CDOT Project 22922 impacts to MHGP Tract B
• Urban Renewal Authority 2023 Report of Accomplishments and 2024 Outlook presentation

The Commerce City Urban Renewal Authority held a special meeting on March 25, 2024, and approved the minutes of its February 5 and February 12 meetings by a 10-0 vote, with two members excused. The board received two presentations: one from Director of Urban Renewal Bill Aiken on CDOT Project 22922 impacts to MHGP Tract B, and another on the Authority's 2023 Report of Accomplishments and 2024 Outlook. No other substantive decisions were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 7:15 PM.

• Approved minutes of the February 5, 2024 meeting (10-0, 2 excused)
• Approved minutes of the February 12, 2024 meeting (10-0, 2 excused)
• Excused members Ford, Kim, Machuga, Madera, and Tedesco from the meeting (7-5)

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will conduct a call to order and review the current bill tracker. The meeting is focused on reviewing key legislation as part of the legislative process.

• Review of Key Legislation Bill Tracker

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to review its 2024 goals and budget allocation. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Lunch & Learn and updates on the Senior Resources Fair.

• Review of 2024 Goals
• 2024 Budget Allocation
• Lunch & Learn Discussion
• Senior Resources Fair Updates

The Commerce City Senior Commission unanimously approved the 2024 budget allocation and selected the Fire Department and Center for Innovation as presenters for an upcoming Lunch & Learn event. The commission also reviewed 2024 goals, the Senior Needs Assessment, and vendor suggestions for the Senior Resources Fair. No substantive new business was decided, though a visit to Kearney Plaza was proposed.

• Approved 2024 Senior Commission budget (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Fire Dept and Center for Innovation as Lunch & Learn presenters (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved revised minutes from Jan 11 and Feb 8 meetings (voice vote, unanimous)
• Reviewed 2024 goals and Senior Needs Assessment findings
• Proposed visit to Kearney Plaza senior living facility

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission Conference Subcommittee is meeting to coordinate conference logistics. Members will review a Qualtrics survey and discuss workshop topics for the full commission.

• Review of Qualtrics Survey
• Discussion on summer meeting schedule
• Selection of four workshop topics
• Speaker research assignment

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will meet to review a recent retreat and discuss the 2024 work plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 19, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Retreat debrief and 2024 work plan discussion

The Veterans Commission approved a change to its meeting schedule starting in April. The commission also discussed planning a veterans appreciation dinner and coordinating with the county Veterans commission.

• Approved December 19, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved moving meetings to the third Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM starting April 18 (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The committee will review the top name winners for Oasis Park and receive a presentation regarding the Bison Ridge Active Adults Room. Members will also discuss updates to the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Review of Oasis Park naming winners
• Bison Ridge Active Adults Room presentation
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the February 20, 2024, meeting. Members reviewed top public name selections for Oasis Park and received updates on the Bison Ridge Active Adults Room and capital improvement projects.

• Approved February 20, 2024, minutes (Unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will meet to discuss updates regarding public art and grants. The agenda includes a presentation from the Urban Renewal Authority and subcommittee reports on music and art exhibitions.

• Urban Renewal Authority (URA) Presentation & Discussion
• Music in the Park subcommittee report
• Art Exhibitions subcommittee report
• Monaco Park - Seat Art Selection Committee update
• Traffic Control Cabinets - Seat Art Selection Committee update

The Cultural Council approved adding a staff liaison to the bank account and issuing her a credit card. The council also established the selection process for the Art Selection Committee and approved locations for traffic control cabinet art.

• Approved adding Staff Liaison Melissa Sumner to the bank account (unanimous)
• Approved providing Staff Liaison Melissa Sumner with a credit card (unanimous)
• Approved accepting all Art Selection Committee applicants with a requirement to rank project choices (unanimous)
• Approved the list of traffic control cabinet locations provided by staff (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will discuss an ordinance to restrict unauthorized urban camping and a rezoning request for 6601 Colorado Boulevard. The meeting also includes readings of ordinances regarding ARPA funding and a CDOT grant for 88th Avenue.

• Ordinance to restrict unauthorized urban camping
• Rezoning of 6601 Colorado Boulevard to medium intensity industrial
• $3,840,000 CDOT grant for widening 88th Avenue
• Re-appropriation of $2,494,500 in ARPA funding
• Contract amendments for landscape maintenance services

Council approved a CDOT grant for road widening and passed two budget amendments regarding ARPA funding. A rezoning request for 6601 Colorado Boulevard was approved on first reading, while a proposal to repeal a moratorium on residential metropolitan district service plans was denied.

• Approved $3.84M CDOT grant for 88th Avenue widening (8-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 6601 Colorado Boulevard to Medium Intensity Industrial (5-3)
• Denied first reading of Ordinance 2573 to repeal residential metropolitan district moratorium (3-5)
• Approved first reading of budget amendment for $2,494,500 in ARPA and fleet funds (8-0)
• Approved first reading of budget amendment for $7,453,025 in ARPA funding (8-0)
• Directed City Attorney to amend urban camping restrictions to offer wrap-around services (8-0)
• Approved contract amendments for landscape maintenance with Rubicon Contracting and Applied Property Services (8-0)
• Approved lease of office space for Sexual Assault Task Force with Adams County (8-0)

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will conduct a review of key legislation via the bill tracker. The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and adjournment.

City Council

This is a retreat meeting where no formal action will be taken by the City Council. The agenda includes discussions on financial state of affairs, growth studies, and development visions. Council members will also review the 5 Year Strategic Plan and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) updates.

• Financial State of Affairs presentation
• Growth Study presented by EPS
• National Community Survey presentation
• Vision for Development in C3 workshop
• 2024 and 2025 CIP program updates

City Council

This is a retreat meeting and not a regular or special meeting of the City Council. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• Facility Tour
• City Manager/Mayor opening statements
• Guest Speaker: Kevin Bommer
• Discussion on City Relationship with Council
• State of Affairs: Economic Impact

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will review its 2024 goals and budget allocation. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a Lunch & Learn and updates on the Senior Resource Fair.

• Review of 2024 Goals
• 2024 Budget Allocation discussion
• Lunch & Learn discussion
• Senior Resource Fair updates

The Senior Commission meeting scheduled for March 14, 2024 was cancelled because of weather conditions, according to the minutes. The minutes state it will be rescheduled for March 21, 2024. No items were decided; the listed agenda items (minutes approval, 2024 goals, budget allocation, and others) were not acted on. The record does not confirm whether the March 21 meeting took place.

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will review monthly financial reports for several properties. The board is also scheduled to discuss the 2024 budget proposals for Pinecrest and CCHA.

• Pinecrest 2024 Budget Proposal (Newcastle)
• CCHA 2024 Budget Proposal
• Monthly financials for Conter Cottage, Pinecrest, and Conter Estates Phase 1 and 2
• Discussion regarding contract workers
• Discussion regarding Housing Authority functionality

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation held a study session to introduce committees and provide an update on a tournament. The meeting also included a review of important dates and a question and answer period.

• Tournament update
• Introduction of committees

The meeting consisted of a study session covering committee introductions, tournament updates, and a review of important dates. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals.

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and discussions regarding Cook Street Consulting and Mission Square.

• Approval of Minutes
• Cook Street Consulting
• Mission Square

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will meet to approve February meeting minutes and hear from guest speaker Stephanie Evans. Members will vote on the date, location, and workshop activity for an upcoming KSA Conference. The commission will also plan volunteer coordination for Earth Day at Rocky Mountain Arsenal and select a theme for Fall Fest at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, which provide scheduled programming for local youth and families throughout the spring and fall seasons.

• Vote on KSA Conference date, location, and workshop activity
• Plan Earth Day event on April 20, 2024 at Rocky Mountain Arsenal
• Select a theme for Fall Fest on October 5, 2024 at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center (Hocus Pocus, Haunted Mansion, or Nightmare Before Elm Street)
• Approve minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting

The Youth Commission approved the date and venue for the KSA Conference and allocated funds for Earth Day crafts. The commission also selected a theme for the upcoming Fall Fest.

• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved KSA Conference date as Friday, October 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved KSA Conference location at Bison Ridge Rec Center (unanimous)
• Approved $700 from budget for Earth Day crafts (unanimous)
• Selected Haunted Mansion theme for Fall Fest

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several public hearing items including land use permits and zone changes. Discussions include a recycling facility, water line extensions, and marijuana use modifications in the Reunion PUD.

• Conditional Use Permit for a recycling facility at 6425 Brighton Boulevard
• Permit for a 1.5-mile water and sewage treatment system extension near E-470 and East 96th Avenue
• PUD Zone Document Amendment No. 6 for marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue
• Zone Change from Agricultural to Light Intensity Industrial at 8050 Rosemary
• Economic Development Strategic Plan presentation

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council deny a PUD amendment to allow marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue. The commission recommended approval for a recycling facility, a water line extension, and a zone change to light industrial. One commissioner was appointed to a Comprehensive Plan sub-committee.

• Recommended City Council approve recycling facility at 6425 Brighton Blvd (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve water line extension at 19900 East 96th Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended City Council deny PUD amendment for marijuana uses at 18494 E. 104th Avenue (3-1-1)
• Recommended City Council approve zone change from AG to I-1 at 8050 Rosemary (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Japp to the Comprehensive Plan sub-committee (5-0)
• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding a property rezoning on Colorado Boulevard and a conditional use permit for a water treatment facility. The agenda also includes budget amendments to recognize grant funds for Pioneer Park and HUD programs.

• Rezoning of 6601 Colorado Boulevard from agricultural/light industrial to medium industrial
• Conditional Use Permit for a water treatment facility at E. 74th Place and Quebec Street
• $750,000 budget amendment for Pioneer Park Spray Ground refurbishment
• AV upgrades contract for Bison Ridge Recreation Center with Beacon Communications LLC
• $401,461 budget amendment for HUD Community Development Block Grant funds

City Council approved a conditional use permit for a water treatment facility at E. 74th Place and Quebec Street. The council also authorized budget amendments for park refurbishment and HUD grants, and requested a new ordinance to ban pet mills.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for water treatment facility at E. 74th Place and Quebec Street (9-0)
• Approved $750,000 Adams County Open Space Grant for Pioneer Park spray ground (9-0)
• Approved $401,461 HUD Community Development Block Grant (9-0)
• Requested ordinance to ban pet mills and home breeding operations (9-0)
• Approved AV upgrades contract for Bison Ridge Recreation Center (9-0)
• Approved 3rd amendment for E. 96th Avenue widening design services (9-0)
• Continued rezoning of 6601 Colorado Boulevard to March 18th meeting (8-1)
• Approved $7,000 in total sponsorships for Run for the Roses, Boys & Girls Clubs, and Food for Hope (9-0)

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will conduct a review of key legislation via the bill tracker. The meeting includes a call to order and roll call before adjournment.

• Key Legislation Review

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The commission will conduct elections for a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss short-term and long-term goals during a retreat.

• Election of New Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of Short Term Goals
• Discussion of Long Term Goals

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission met on February 28, 2024. Several agenda items, including the approval of minutes and the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair, were moved to the next meeting. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation meeting includes subcommittee reports on nonprofit grants, the scholarship program, and the Curt Holland Golf Tournament. The board will also receive updates regarding Prom.

• Approval of January 23, 2024 minutes
• Nonprofit Grants subcommittee report
• Scholarship Program subcommittee report
• Curt Holland Golf Tournament subcommittee report
• Prom updates

The board appointed a new Vice Chair following a resignation. Members agreed to withdraw participation from the Prom event to focus on recruitment and requested staff pursue restaurant fundraisers.

• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie Levi as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Agreed to withdraw participation from Prom event
• Requested Staff Liaison pursue 3-4 community night restaurant fundraisers

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will hold a listening session regarding the EPA's CC/ND Working Group. The agenda includes updates on HB 24-1338 and HB 24-1339, as well as planning for an anti-idling ordinance and community change grants.

• EPA's CC/ND Working Group listening session
• HB 24-1338 and HB 24-1339 updates
• Bylaws amendment regarding mandatory Chair position
• Anti Idling Ordinance planning
• Community Change Grant planning

City Council

This City Council study session includes presentations on Metro District financing options and survey results. The council will also receive updates regarding Victory Prep Academy and unauthorized urban camping policies.

• Victory Prep Academy update
• Metro District financing options and survey results
• Unauthorized urban camping and encampment remediation policy draft
• Review of April - June 2024 study session items

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will review key legislation and receive an overview of a Washington, D.C. advocacy trip schedule.

• Review of Key Legislation (Pres 24-123)
• DC Trip Schedule and Notes (Pres 24-124)

Marijuana Licensing Authority

The Marijuana Licensing Authority will conduct a show cause hearing regarding Sun Truth CC, LLC, located at 9792 Hanover Ct. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Show Cause Hearing (24-063) for Sun Truth CC, LLC at 9792 Hanover Ct.

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The board will review and vote on its 2024 work plan and annual budget. Members will also hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions.

• Approval of 2024 work plan
• Approval of 2024 budget
• Vote on new Secretary position
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Proposed bylaw addition regarding minimum in-person activities

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board elected its Chair and Vice Chair and created a new Secretary position. The Board also approved a bylaw amendment requiring members to attend at least two in-person community events annually.

• Approved creation of Secretary position (5-0)
• Elected Dave Bierwiler as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Tracee Perkins as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved bylaw amendment requiring members to attend minimum of two in-person community events per year (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes
• Tabled 2024 work plan and budget until March meeting

Veterans Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Commerce City Veterans Commission on February 20, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had included a retreat debrief and the 2024 work plan.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The committee will review the 2024 budget adoption and the 2024 work plan. Members will also discuss naming options for Oasis Park according to Council Policy #CP7-Facility Naming.

• 2024 PRG Advisory Committee Budget adoption
• 2024 PRG Advisory Committee Workplan review
• Oasis Park naming options

The committee unanimously approved the 2024 budget and the 2024 work plan. Members also discussed naming options for Oasis Park and selected a design for committee t-shirts.

• Approved January 23, 2024, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 PRG Advisory Committee budget as drafted (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 PRG Advisory Work Plan as outlined (Unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will receive monthly updates regarding grants, finance, and public art. The meeting also includes reports from the Music in the Park and Art Exhibitions subcommittees.

• Public Art Master Plan Process update
• Monaco Park Art Selection Committee update
• Music in the Park subcommittee report
• Art Exhibitions subcommittee report

The Cultural Council approved the seating of two art selection committees for public art installations. The council also approved the minutes from the January 16, 2024, meeting.

• Approved minutes of Jan. 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved seating an Art Selection Committee for Monaco Park public art installation (unanimous)
• Approved seating an Art Selection Committee for Electrical Boxes public art project (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a meeting including a Special District Listening Session. The agenda consists of call to order, public comment, and adjournment.

• Special District Listening Session

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission Conference Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss conference planning. The agenda includes determining the event's date, location, and time, as well as transportation and workshop topics.

• Conference date, location, and time
• Conference transportation
• Workshop topics

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a height exception request for the property at 4545 E 64th Ave. On behalf of Ardent Mills, the applicant seeks to increase the maximum building height from 50 feet to 141 feet. The subject property is located in a Heavy Intensity Industrial District.

• Height exception request for 4545 E 64th Ave (max 141 feet instead of 50 feet)
• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment voted 4-0, with one abstention, to approve a height exception allowing a maximum building height of 141 feet at 4545 E 64th Ave., where the Land Development Code allows 50 feet. The request was made by Ebmeier Engineering on behalf of Ardent Mills for the roughly 6.83-acre property zoned Heavy Intensity Industrial District (I-3). A motion to continue the case failed for lack of a second. The board also voted 5-0 to continue approval of the November 14, 2023 meeting minutes to its next regular meeting.

• Approved height exception to 141 ft at 4545 E 64th Ave (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Motion to continue the height exception case failed for lack of a second
• Continued approval of Nov 14, 2023 meeting minutes to next regular meeting (5-0)

Quality Community Foundation

This meeting is a study session regarding the Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament planning. No action will be taken during this meeting.

• Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament Planning

The meeting was a study session regarding the Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament planning. No actions were taken during this session.

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold a study session to review presentations on several city projects and financial strategies. Staff will discuss schematic designs for public wayfinding, business case results for energy performance contracting, and an update on the 72nd STAMP urban renewal plan preparation. The council will also hear reports on using ARPA dollars for Build C3 and receive an economic development overview. No formal votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation on wayfinding schematic design review for city signage and navigation
• Review of business case results for energy performance contracting
• Update on the 72nd STAMP urban renewal plan preparation and existing conditions report
• Discussion on the proposed use of ARPA dollars for Build C3
• Overview of current economic development initiatives and strategies

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will conduct interviews for Board and Commission vacancies. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for Board and Commission Vacancies

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority is considering a resolution to approve the first amendment to a purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies. This agreement concerns a retail development located at the former Mile High Greyhound Park.

• Resolution URA 2024-003: First amendment to the purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for retail development at the former Mile High Greyhound Park

The Urban Renewal Authority approved a resolution to amend the purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies. This agreement concerns a retail development project at the former Mile High Greyhound Park.

• Approved first amendment to purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies (11-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to review the January 11, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes public comment, commission discussion, and a City Council update.

• Approval of January 11, 2024, meeting minutes

The commission established a subcommittee to manage event logistics and decided on the location and vendor pricing for the Senior Resource Fair. The January 11, 2024, meeting minutes were tabled.

• Tabled January 11, 2024, meeting minutes (All aye)
• Created event subcommittees for education, vendors, food, registration, advertisement, and transportation
• Approved Eagle Pointe Recreation Center as the Senior Resource Fair location (All aye)
• Approved waiving sign-up fees for Senior Resource Fair vendors (All aye)

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for a water treatment facility and a rezoning request at 6601 Colorado Boulevard. Presentations are also scheduled regarding the Cost of Growth Study and Land Development Code updates.

• Conditional Use Permit for a water treatment facility near E. 74th Place and Quebec Street
• Rezoning of 6601 Colorado Boulevard to I-2 industrial use
• Commerce City Cost of Growth Study presentation
• Land Development Code Update Module 1 presentation

The Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a conditional use permit for a PFAS water treatment facility and a zone change for a proposed warehouse. The commission also reviewed a Cost of Growth study and a draft Land Development Code update.

• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit for SACWSD water treatment facility at E. 74th Place and Quebec Street (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve zone change from AG and I-1 to I-2 for 6601 Colorado Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including budget adjustments for grants and infrastructure. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for property near E. 74th Place and Quebec Street.

• Rezoning of property at the northeast corner of E. 74th Place and Quebec Street
• $6,840,000 CDOT grant for widening 88th Avenue
• $750,000 Adams County Open Space grant for Pioneer Park spray ground refurbishment
• Contract negotiation with D2C Architects, Inc. for a police department substation design
• Contract award to Silva Construction, Inc. for E. 62nd Avenue & Holly Street improvements

City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate a design contract for a new police substation and approved several budget amendments for grants. The Council also voted to change the frequency of regular meetings and study sessions.

• Authorized contract negotiations with D2C Architects, Inc. for a police substation at E. 104th Ave. and Potomac Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $3.84M CDOT grant for widening 88th Avenue (1st reading, 9-0)
• Approved $750,000 Adams County Open Space grant for Pioneer Park spray ground refurbishment (1st reading, 9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2562 to decrease regular monthly meetings from three to two and increase study sessions from one to two (9-0)
• Approved $401,461 HUD Community Development Block Grant (1st reading, 9-0)
• Directed staff to add Mayor and Council voting history to the City website (9-0)
• Approved contract for E. 62nd Avenue & Holly Street improvements to Silva Construction, Inc. (9-0)
• Directed City Manager to review certified mill levies for 2024 metro districts (6-3)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority is considering an agreement with Davis Partnership Architects for design services for a proposed multi-purpose complex at Mile High Greyhound Park. The agenda also includes updates on Tract B and draft amended bylaws.

• Resolution URA 2024-001: Agreement with Davis Partnership Architects for design services at Mile High Greyhound Park
• Presentation of draft amended bylaws for the Urban Renewal Authority
• Update on Tract B within Mile High Greyhound Park
• Executive session regarding negotiations for a real property sale contract for Tract B

The Urban Renewal Authority approved a professional services agreement with Davis Partnership Architects for a proposed multi-purpose complex at Mile High Greyhound Park. The board also approved the minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting and entered an executive session regarding a real property sale contract.

• Approved professional services agreement with Davis Partnership Architects for market feasibility and conceptual design at Mile High Greyhound Park (Unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Tract B real property sale contract and legal advice (Unanimous)

City Council Legislative Committee

The committee will conduct a review of key legislation via the bill tracker. The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and adjournment.

• Key Legislation Review

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee is holding a meeting to conduct interviews for various vacancies. The meeting was rescheduled from January 27, 2024.

• Interviews for Boards and Commissions Vacancies

City Council

This is not a regular or special meeting of the City Council and no formal action will be taken. The agenda includes orientation follow-up and land use discussion.

• Orientation Follow-Up
• Land Use Discussion

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The City Council Retreat Planning Committee is meeting to complete the agenda for the upcoming 2024 council retreat. The meeting includes a call to order and an adjournment.

• Finalize Agenda for 2024 Council Retreat

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will hear from Mindi Patterson of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The agenda includes budget updates, proposed by-law revisions, and an update regarding a Washington, D.C. parent meeting.

• Revision of By-Laws
• Budget updates
• Guest speaker: Mindi Patterson with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
• Meeting dinners discussion
• Washington, D.C. parent meeting update

The Youth Commission unanimously approved revisions to its By-Laws and the minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting. Members also agreed to stop ordering desserts for Thursday meetings to save funds for the holiday season.

• Approved revision of By-Laws (unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to remove desserts from Thursday meetings to save funds

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hold a meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a land acknowledgement, approval of minutes, and updates from the city liaison.

The Commission approved the minutes from November 2023. Members scheduled an in-person meeting for February 28 and discussed creating a community volunteer list. The city liaison announced a transition to a new liaison, Melissa Sumner.

• Approved November 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled in-person meeting for Feb 28, 6-8pm

City Council

This is a joint meeting between the City Council and Adams 14 School District. No formal action will take place during this session.

• Bowen Court lease update
• BuildC3 Program partnership opportunities
• Education Commission update
• Project 5B update
• Mile High Greyhound Development discussion

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission is conducting its annual planning retreat. The meeting includes a presentation and discussion regarding strategic planning.

• Strategic Planning Discussion

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The committee will hold a follow-up discussion regarding the 2024 retreat. The agenda consists of procedural items and this single discussion topic.

• Follow-up discussion of the 2024 Retreat

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will meet to review bylaws regarding meeting times and community event participation requirements. The agenda also includes discussions on leadership, a succession plan, and faith-based outreach updates.

• Review of bylaws regarding meeting times and community event participation
• Discussion on stronger leadership and a succession plan
• Faith Based Outreach Update
• Department Updates

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met on January 25, 2024, and approved its previous meeting minutes. The board discussed adding a Secretary position and a requirement that members attend two community events per year, but agreed to vote on both changes at its February meeting. Police Chief Guadnola reported the department was approved to acquire a new Flock system and PowerEngage program, and shared five focal points for 2024. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Discussed adding a Secretary to the board; vote deferred to February meeting
• Discussed requiring board members to attend two community events per year; vote deferred to February meeting

City Council

This is not a regular or special meeting where formal action will take place. The agenda consists of a welcome, dinner, and jurisdictional updates.

Quality Community Foundation

The Foundation will review subcommittee reports regarding nonprofit grants, scholarships, and the Curt Holland Golf Tournament. The meeting includes discussion of 2024 goals, potential new ideas, and a budget request.

• Nonprofit Grants subcommittee report
• Scholarship Program student request
• Curt Holland Golf Tournament report
• 2024 Goals approval
• Budget Request discussion

The Quality Community Foundation board approved its December 9, 2023 meeting minutes and unanimously denied a student's request to continue receiving scholarship funds for education loans after graduation. The board approved its 2024 QCF Goals, named board members to golf tournament roles, and agreed to hold the April 23 meeting in person. Members also discussed nonprofit grants, donation collection, community nights, recruitment, and budget requests, and thanked Laurel Eller for 6 years of service.

• Approved Dec. 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied student request to continue scholarship funds for education loans post-graduation (unanimous)
• Assigned Board member Levi as QCF co-chair for the Curt Holland Golf Tournament (unanimous)
• Assigned Board members Burby and Thomas as silent auction co-chairs for the Golf Tournament (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 QCF Goals (unanimous)
• Named Board members Larson and Levi as prom co-chairs (unanimous)
• Approved holding the April 23 meeting in person (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the 2024 budget adoption and work plan review. The agenda also includes a discussion of PRG Master Plan findings.

• PRG Master Plan findings
• 2024 Budget Adoption
• 2024 Work Plan Review
• Oasis Park naming
• PRG Advisory Committee T-shirts

The commission reviewed data and community input for the Play Now Build Our Future Master Plan. Several budget and planning items were tabled or continued to the February 20 meeting.

• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled 2024 Budget Adoption to February 20, 2024
• Continued 2024 Work Plan Review to February 20, 2024
• Continued Oasis Park Naming to February 20, 2024
• Tabled PRG Advisory Committee T-shirts to February 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session covering several presentations. Topics include findings from the PRG Masterplan and discussion regarding 27J High School Site 4 alternatives.

• PRG Masterplan Findings presentation
• Discussion of 27J High School Site 4 Alternatives
• Paradice Island Leak Update
• Federal Legislative Discussion
• Study Session Topic Priorities

City Council Legislative Committee

The City Council Legislative Committee is meeting to review updates on key legislation. The agenda includes a review of Pres 24-041 and the bill tracker.

• Review of Pres 24-041 Key Legislation Updates

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will review meeting schedules and provide a monthly budget update. The commission is also planning the Kickstart to Adulthood Conference, including selecting a venue, dates, and an application process. Updates on community events like the Daddy Daughter Dance will be shared.

• Approval of January 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Monthly budget update
• Planning for Kickstart to Adulthood Conference including venue and date selection
• Update on the February 2 Daddy Daughter Dance
• Information regarding the February 15 Washington D.C. parent meeting

The Youth Commission approved a change to its by-laws regarding meeting frequency. The commission also discussed planning for the Kickstart to Adulthood Conference.

• Approved minutes of Jan. 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved by-law change to meet as a full group first Thursday and subcommittees third Thursday of each month (unanimous)

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The City Council Retreat Planning Committee will meet to discuss the upcoming 2024 retreat. The meeting is scheduled for 11:00 AM at the Civic Center.

• Discussion of 2024 Retreat

City Council Legislative Committee

The January 17, 2024, meeting is a legislative dinner. The agenda contains only introductory remarks and remarks from legislative partners.

• Remarks from legislative partners

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council meeting consists of procedural items, including community time and public comment. The council is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the November 21, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The Cultural Council approved the minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting. The board also established a process for selecting bands for the 2024 Music in the Park event. Other items discussed included grant funding, public art, and member recruitment.

• Approved Nov. 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to select 8 bands for Cultural Council review to choose 2024 Music in the Park performers (6-0)

Quality Community Foundation

This meeting is a study session for the Quality Community Foundation. No formal action will be taken during this session.

• 2024 Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament Planning Meeting

The Quality Community Foundation met on January 16, 2024, to discuss planning for the 2024 Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament. The meeting was designated as a study session, and no formal actions or votes were taken.

• Held study session for 2024 Curt Holland Memorial Golf Tournament planning

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will meet to discuss planning for a retreat. The commission will also conduct a discussion regarding its 2024 work plan.

• Retreat Planning
• 2024 Work Plan Discussion

The meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.