Commerce City public meetings in 2025

City Council

The December 30, 2025, joint meeting between Commerce City Council and the 27J School District has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

City Council

The December 29, 2025 joint meeting between Commerce City Council and Adams 14 School District has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss new business including a diversity conference and board training. The body will also review a final budget report and a second-semester service project.

• Final Budget Report
• Youth Diversity Conference
• Semester 2 Service Project
• Toy Drive Update
• Annual Board and Commission Training

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will convene to approve November meeting minutes, receive a budget update, and discuss the 2026 work plan and budget. The meeting will also include announcements.

• Approval of November minutes
• Budget update
• 2026 Work Plan discussion
• 2026 Budget discussion
• Public announcements

City Council

At this special meeting, the City Council will consider a single resolution (2025-188) to approve a letter agreement with Kroenke Stadium Services, Inc. regarding the proposed Rapids vs. Inter Miami match at Empower Mile High Field. No public comment is allowed at this special meeting.

• Resolution 2025-188 approving a letter agreement for the Rapids vs. Inter Miami match at Empower Mile High Field with Kroenke Stadium Services, Inc.

Derby Review Board

This meeting of the Derby Review Board was canceled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting canceled with no business conducted

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission on December 16, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will discuss updates from the Crime Prevention Unit and the Police Chief, including the North Substation and Co-Responder Program. Members will also review the board's bylaws and the proposed 2026 budget. Additional items include planning a council presentation for January 2026 and board participation in the 2026 Citizens Academy.

• Crime Prevention Unit Updates
• Department/Chief Updates: North Substation and Co-Responder Program
• Review of Bylaws
• 2026 Budget discussion
• 2026 Citizens Academy Board Participation

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances on the consent agenda, including changes to allow accessory dwelling units as a permitted use and updates to outdoor vendor regulations. A public hearing will be held for the final plat of Murray Family Farms Filing No. 2 (72 acres) and a comprehensive plan amendment for a property at 120th Avenue and Chambers Road. The council will also enter executive session to receive legal advice on agreements with Kroenke Soccer Stadium, LLC.

• Ordinance 2737 to allow accessory dwelling units as a permitted use in residential and agricultural zones
• Public hearing on final plat for Murray Family Farms Filing No. 2 at southeast corner of East 112th Avenue and Havana Street (72 acres)
• Public hearing on comprehensive plan amendment for property at southeast corner of East 120th Avenue and Chambers Road
• Ordinance 2751 updating licensing and regulation of outdoor vendors and mobile food establishments
• Executive session to discuss negotiations regarding agreements with Kroenke Soccer Stadium, LLC

Liquor License Authority

The Liquor License Authority will first approve the minutes from its September 29, 2025 meeting (Min 25-264). It will then hold a public hearing on application 25-292 for a new hotel‑restaurant liquor license for NibbleNook Hospitality, located at 18201 E 81st Ave, Commerce City. The hearing will consider preliminary findings, a neighborhood survey, and a survey map attached to the agenda.

• Approve minutes (Min 25-264) from the September 29, 2025 licensing meeting
• Public hearing on application 25-292 for a new hotel‑restaurant liquor license for NibbleNook Hospitality, 18201 E 81st Ave
• Review preliminary findings, neighborhood survey results, and survey map attached to the application

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will consider awarding a temporary construction easement for property at Mile High Greyhound Park. The meeting is a special session scheduled for December 15, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2025
• Resolution URA 2025-009: Awarding temporary construction easement at Mile High Greyhound Park

City Council

This is a new council member orientation session, not a regular or special meeting. No formal action will be taken, and there is no opportunity for public comment.

• No items: this is a training orientation, not a decision-making meeting.

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will open the meeting, approve the November 25 minutes, and discuss a dance debrief. It will review the remaining budget and choose a speaker for the April Lunch & Learn. The commission will set a date for the resource fair and consider any changes to meeting time or location before adjourning.

• Approve November 13, 2025 minutes (Min 25-256)
• Dance debrief
• Review remaining budget
• Select April Lunch & Learn speaker
• Set resource fair date

City Council

The City Council will meet on December 11, 2025, to discuss legislative priorities and partner contributions. This is a procedural gathering where no formal action is scheduled.

• Meeting location: 7887 E. 60th Ave.
• Bison Grill address listed: 15700 E 112th Ave
• No formal action scheduled
• Attendance includes Adams County Commissioners
• Federal and State Partners to be present

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission is meeting for a holiday gathering at Buffalo Run Golf Course. No formal action or decisions are planned for this meeting.

• Meeting is a holiday gathering; no formal business conducted

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will review its 2025 performance and establish goals for 2026. The agenda includes an overview of the scholarship program and the golf tournament. The group will also discuss a special meeting in January.

• Review of 2025 performance and 2026 goals
• Scholarship program overview
• Golf tournament overview
• Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of a special January meeting

The board approved the April meeting minutes and moved the March meeting to March 31 with a 4‑2 vote. It adopted scholarship program edits, including continuing payments for undergraduates advancing to graduate school and granting 50% scholarships to eligible full‑time students. The board decided not to partner with nonprofit consultants for the grant program and allowed grant funds to cover lot rent but not operational expenses. It also scheduled golf tournament planning for January, declined an extra January meeting, and set January elections with a Kaleidoscope scoring tutorial.

• Approved April meeting minutes (vote 4‑2)
• Moved March meeting date to March 31 (vote 4‑2)
• Adopted scholarship rule to continue payments for undergrads moving to graduate school (full‑time 9 credits)
• Adopted 50% scholarship payment for eligible full‑time students
• Decided not to partner with nonprofit consultants in grant program
• Allowed grant funds for lot rent within program grants, but prohibited rent for operational needs
• Planned golf tournament planning meetings to begin in January
• Declined additional January meeting; scheduled January elections and Kaleidoscope scoring tutorial

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will meet to approve minutes and receive updates from investment firms Morgan Stanley and Mission Square. The board also scheduled its next meeting for March 10, 2026. The agenda lists no votes or specific financial decisions.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Update from Morgan Stanley on pension investments
• Update from Mission Square on pension administration
• Next meeting set for March 10, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The December 9, 2025, meeting was cancelled because the board did not meet quorum. No items were decided or discussed.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on December 9, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not met. No agenda items were acted upon.

City Council

This is an organization meeting where new council members are sworn in, a mayor pro tem is appointed, and appointments to boards and commissions are made. No formal policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Swearing-in and seating of new council members
• Appointment of mayor pro tem
• Appointment to boards, commissions, and committees (Agenda Item 25-286)
• Public comment period
• Council goodbyes

The council swore in four new members and appointed Susan Noble as Mayor Pro Tem. Two motions to place Mayor Douglas on the DRCOG Board of Directors failed. A motion to place Council Member Dukes on the DRCOG Board passed. A motion to appoint council members to various boards, commissions, and committees was approved.

• Swearing-in of new council members Jose Guardiola, Joanna Sandoval, Stefanie Trujillo and Lori Young
• Mayor Douglas appointed Council Member Susan Noble as Mayor Pro Tem
• Motion to appoint Mayor Douglas to the DRCOG Board of Directors failed (3 Aye, 6 Nay)
• Second motion to appoint Mayor Douglas to the DRCOG Board of Directors failed (4 Aye, 5 Nay)
• Motion to appoint Council Member Dukes to the DRCOG Board of Directors passed (8 Aye, 1 Nay)
• Motion to appoint council members to boards, commissions, and committees approved (9 Aye, 0 Nay)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

This is not a regular or special meeting; no formal action will take place. The commission will gather for a welcome, dinner, and adjournment.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will approve minutes from meetings held on October 2, October 16, November 6, and November 20, 2025. It will discuss scheduling a holiday meeting on December 18 and a new-year meeting on January 1. The commission will consider participation in the National League of Cities event in Salt Lake City and a Youth Diversity Conference. A final budget report and upcoming volunteer opportunities will also be presented.

• Approve minutes from October 2, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from October 16, 2025 meeting
• Schedule December 18, 2025 holiday meeting
• Schedule January 1, 2026 meeting
• Discuss Youth Diversity Conference

The Youth Commission meeting on December 4, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not met. As a result, none of the agenda items—including holiday meeting dates, field trips, and budget reports—were acted upon. No votes or approvals occurred.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Pierpont Realty Group on behalf of Adams Crossing, LLC. The applicant seeks to amend several maps within the 2045 Comprehensive Plan for a 23.76-acre property.

• Public hearing for LUP25-0001: Land Use Plan Amendment for a 23.76-acre property at the northwest corner of East 120th Avenue and Chambers Road

The commission unanimously approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It entered a finding that the Land Use Plan Amendment for the 23.76‑acre site at East 120th Avenue and Chambers Road meets the Land Development Code criteria and recommended the City Council approve the amendment. No other actions were decided.

• Approved November 18 minutes (5-0)
• Entered finding recommending City Council approve LUP25-0001 amendment (5-0)

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 4, 2025, and review the recent Veterans Day event and the commission's security system. The meeting includes public comment and an open forum for other business. No significant policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Veterans Day Event
• Security System Review
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Veterans Commission excused three absent members, approved the November meeting minutes, approved a bid from Colorado Security Systems with a conditional $750 VFW donation, and raised the toy donation limit to $1,000. All four actions passed with unanimous 7‑aye votes.

• Excused absent members Lopez, Burns, Chacon (7 aye)
• Approved November meeting minutes (7 aye)
• Approved Colorado Security Systems bid; fund via commission budget, donate $750 to VFW if not completed by fiscal year end (7 aye)
• Increased toy donation limit to $1,000 (7 aye)

City Council

City Council will review a resolution to prohibit the use of graywater and appoint members to city boards and commissions. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Community Development Block Grant performance report.

• Resolution 2025-170: Prohibiting the use of graywater
• Resolution 2025-176: Appointing members to designated boards and commissions
• Resolution 2025-141: Submission of the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Presentations on E-470 and an Oil and Gas monthly update
• Executive sessions for the City Attorney's annual performance review and City Manager's 2026 performance standards

The council adopted Resolution 2025-170 to prohibit graywater use, and approved Resolution 2025-141 to submit the CAPER report. A motion to hire a third‑party investigator was approved 5‑2, and the council approved a salary increase for City Attorney Lee Zarzecki (Resolution 2025-179). The council also adopted performance metrics for City Manager Jason Rogers (Resolution 2025-180) and approved the consent agenda.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-170 prohibiting graywater (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-141 authorizing CAPER report submission (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Approved third‑party investigation of council member allegations (5 Aye, 2 Nay, 2 Excused)
• Approved salary increase for City Attorney Lee Zarzecki (Resolution 2025-179) (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Adopted performance metrics for City Manager Jason Rogers (Resolution 2025-180) (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Approved motion to send memorial bouquet to Guillermo Serna’s family (7 Aye, 2 Excused)
• Approved motion to acknowledge late Senator Faith Winter’s service (7 Aye, 2 Excused)

City Council Orientation Committee

The City Council Orientation Committee will meet to finalize dates, times, and topics for future meetings. The session will be held in-person at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Finalize meeting dates and times
• Review and finalize agenda topics
• Schedule next meeting date

Liquor License Authority

The Liquor License Authority will hold a show cause hearing for the tavern license of Rich CKN Corporation dba Halftime Sports Bar at 6051 Quebec St. The board will also consider a transfer of a retail liquor license for Quebec Liquors at 5275 Quebec Street and a new hotel and restaurant license for Taku Sushi Inc at 12433 E 104th Pl.

• Transfer of retail liquor license for Quebec Liquors at 5275 Quebec Street, Suite 100
• New hotel and restaurant liquor license application for Taku Sushi Inc at 12433 E 104th Pl, Suite 1
• Show cause hearing for tavern license of Rich CKN Corporation dba Halftime Sports Bar at 6051 Quebec St

Youth Commission

This meeting of the Commerce City Youth Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

The Youth Commission meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will approve the October meeting minutes and receive a budget update. Members will provide input on the Resilience Framework and consider the proposed 2026 work plan and budget. The meeting also includes routine announcements before adjournment.

• Approval of October minutes (Min 24-219)
• Budget update
• Resilience Framework input
• 2026 work plan and budget discussion

The commission unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. It also approved a motion to move $1,000 from the Programs budget to the Food budget. Both actions passed with all 10 members voting aye and one commissioner excused.

• Approved October minutes (10 aye, 1 excused)
• Reallocated $1,000 from Programs to Food budget (10 aye, 1 excused)

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda lists standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, board business, attorney business, and staff business, but no substantive decisions are being made.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of minutes
• Board business
• Attorney business
• Staff business

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission will approve minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and consider the 2026 Work Plan & Budget. The body will also discuss the PRG Master Plan implementation and hold elections for 2026 co-chairs.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 minutes
• Consideration of 2026 Work Plan & Budget
• Election of 2026 Co-Chairs
• Presentation on PRG Master Plan Implementation
• Updates from Promotion and Private Golf Cart subcommittees

The commission approved the draft 2026 work plan, adding the Transportation Master Plan and a golf putting program. The 2026 budget for the Parks, Recreation, and Golf department was approved. Desiree Martinelli and Bob Grandinetti were elected co‑chairs for 2026. The regular December 16, 2025 meeting was cancelled and rescheduled for December 10 at the Bison Grill.

• Added Transportation Master Plan to 2026 work plan (motion passed)
• Approved 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Golf budget (motion passed)
• Nominated Desiree Martinelli as 2026 co‑chair (motion passed)
• Nominated Bob Grandinetti as 2026 co‑chair (motion passed)
• Added golf putting program presentation to 2026 work plan (motion passed)
• Cancelled Dec 16, 2025 regular meeting; set Dec 10 meeting at Bison Grill (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider approval of the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold a public hearing on the Transportation Master Plan (Pres 25‑557). It will review several land‑use and code items, including a Land Use Plan Amendment for a 13.8‑acre property at the southeast corner of East 120th Avenue and Chambers (Pres 25‑602), a replat of approximately 72 acres at East 112th Avenue and Havana Street (Pres 25‑606), and text amendments to the 2009 Land Development Code for accessory dwelling units (Pres 25‑625) and the definition of “family” (Pres 25‑626).

• Land Use Plan Amendment (Pres 25‑602) to change designation from Northern Range Commercial to Mixed Commercial for a 13.8‑acre site at SE corner of East 120th Ave and Chambers
• Replat filing (Pres 25‑606) to divide three tracts into five tracts and one lot on ~72‑acre property at SE corner of East 112th Ave and Havana St, extending to East 108th Ave and near Jamaica Drive
• Text amendment (Pres 25‑625) to the 2009 Land Development Code to allow accessory dwelling units
• Text amendment (Pres 25‑626) to the 2009 Land Development Code to update the definition of “family”
• Public hearing (Pres 25‑557) on the Transportation Master Plan

The commission entered a finding that the proposed Transportation Master Plan is satisfactory and recommended its approval to City Council (3-1 vote). It also recommended approval of a land‑use plan amendment for Lokal Homes, a final plat for Murray Family Farms, an accessory dwelling unit amendment, and an updated family definition amendment, each passing unanimously (4-0). All five recommendations were adopted by the commission.

• Recommend Transportation Master Plan approval to City Council (3-1)
• Recommend LUP25-0002 land‑use plan amendment approval to City Council (4-0)
• Recommend Murray Family Farms final plat approval to City Council (4-0)
• Recommend accessory dwelling unit code amendment to City Council (4-0)
• Recommend amendment to family definition in the Land Development Code (4-0)

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will review draft goals and a budget for 2026, approve October meeting minutes, and discuss bylaws and public art updates.

• Approval of October 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 2026 Draft Budget
• Review of 2026 Cultural Council Goals
• Discussion of Bylaws Update
• Public Art Subcommittee updates

The council approved the 2026 goals and the 2026 draft budget, each by a 7‑0 vote with two members excused. They also approved a request to ask the City Council for a $20,000 sponsorship for upcoming events. Member Reyos was elected the new treasurer, and the bylaws were amended to require two signatures on checks. The January meeting was set to be virtual.

• Excused Members Tyler Vitello and Kelly Reyos (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Approved October meeting minutes (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Approved request to seek $20,000 City Council sponsorship (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Elected Kelly Reyos as Treasurer (6 aye, 1 nay, 2 excused)
• Approved 2026 goals as drafted (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Approved 2026 budget as drafted (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Approved bylaws change to require two signatures for checks (7 aye, 2 excused)
• Approved virtual format for January meeting (7 aye, 2 excused)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will meet to approve budget amendments, including a $56,250 grant for a housing action plan and a $4,000 Walmart grant. The agenda includes a public hearing on annexing the Commerce Place property and second readings for a zoning change and a fire sprinkler ordinance.

• Ordinance 2726: Recognizes $56,250 DOLA grant for housing action plan
• Ordinance 2741: Recognizes $4,000 Walmart grant for public safety and parks
• Ordinance Z25-0002: Rezoning 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3
• Ordinance 2732: Amends fire sprinkler system requirements of the 2021 IRC
• Public Hearing: Annexation of Commerce Place at 104th Ave and Brighton Rd

The council approved rezoning 10225 Chambers Road from agricultural to multi‑family residential. An ordinance updating fire‑sprinkler requirements was also passed. Council directed staff to study a Small Business Ambassador Program and approved a salary increase for City Manager Jason Rogers. A motion expressing displeasure with Suncor funding for the ice rink was defeated.

• Approved rezoning of 10225 Chambers Road to multi‑family residential (5‑3)
• Approved Ordinance 2732 amending fire‑sprinkler requirements (5‑3)
• Directed city manager to review Small Business Ambassador Program (8‑0)
• Approved salary increase for City Manager Jason Rogers (8‑0)
• Defeated motion expressing displeasure over Suncor ice‑rink funds (3‑5)
• Approved Consent Agenda (8‑0)
• Cancelled November 24 study session (6‑2)
• Extended automatic adjournment time to 11:30 PM (6‑2)

City Council Legislative Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Commerce City Council Legislative Committee. The agenda includes only a review of the legislative guide and discussion of the committee's meeting schedule. No substantive ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Review of Legislative Guide
• Legislative Committee Meeting Schedule

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission Promotion Subcommittee will meet online via Zoom to discuss postcard promotion strategies, future coupon ideas, and meeting schedules. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Discussion of postcard promotion strategy
• Review of future coupon ideas
• Planning for future meetings
• Public comment period available

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will open with a call to order and quorum update, then approve the October 25 meeting minutes (Min 25-243). The agenda includes public comment, a presentation of PRG data, final dance planning, and review of the draft 2026 calendar and speaker list. New business will focus on the remaining 2025 budget, followed by other items such as thank‑you cards, a meeting time change, community well‑being nominations, and a City Council update.

• Approve October 25 minutes (Min 25-243)
• Presentation of PRG Data
• Final Dance Planning
• Review 2026 Draft Calendar (25-275)
• Discuss Remaining 2025 Budget

The Senior Commission approved the October 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The board moved discussion of the remaining 2025 budget to the December meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Deferred remaining 2025 budget to December meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, was cancelled because the board did not meet the required quorum.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Approval of Minutes
• Case(s) and Action Items
• Reports
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations on small business development and the 3rd Quarter 2025 Financial Report. The body will also discuss code updates related to the HB25-1295 Food Truck Bill.

• Report from Small Business Development Task force (Pres 25-378)
• 3rd Quarter 2025 Financial Report (Pres 25-287)
• HB25-1295 Food Truck Bill Code Update (Pres 25-332)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission holds a special meeting to wrap up 2025 activities, review short-term and long-term goals, and build out the 2026 calendar. Subcommittee work plans will also be discussed. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Review of 2025 DEI Commission Goals (Item 25-266)
• Short-term and long-term goal setting for the commission
• Subcommittee work plan presentations
• Build-out of the 2026 meeting calendar

The commission decided to create two subcommittees for 2026: Events, Education & Partnerships and Community Listening & Advocacy. Subcommittees drafted action plans for the first quarter of 2026 and scheduled their first meeting in the new year. The commission also agreed to alternate between in‑person and virtual meetings each month, with the January 28 meeting held in person.

• Created Events, Education & Partnerships subcommittee for 2026
• Created Community Listening & Advocacy subcommittee for 2026
• Subcommittees developed Q1 2026 action plans
• Scheduled first subcommittee meeting for early 2026
• Adopted alternating in‑person/virtual meeting format
• Set January 28, 2026 meeting to be in person

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will consider its 2025‑2026 year schedule, cancel the November 20th meeting, and review a planned CELL field trip. It will also discuss the Town Hall event outcome and outreach for new members. Public comment will be permitted, followed by reports and adjournment.

• Forecast 2025‑2026 Year Schedule (new business)
• Cancel November 20th Meeting (new business)
• CELL Field Trip (new business)
• Town Hall Event End Discussion (old business)
• Outreach for New Members (old business)

The Youth Commission voted 12‑0 to cancel the November 20, 2025 meeting. A motion to approve the CELL field trip was adopted with ten Ayes and no Nays. Minutes from the October 2 and October 16 meetings were approved (amended). The commission also outlined upcoming activities, including a toy drive, volunteer opportunities, and planned workshops.

• Canceled November 20, 2025 meeting (12-0)
• Approved CELL field trip (10-0)
• Approved minutes of October 2, 2025 meeting (vote not recorded)
• Approved minutes of October 16, 2025 meeting (vote not recorded)

Planning Commission

The Commerce City Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025 was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were considered, discussed, or decided. Consequently, no actions or approvals took place.

The November 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were acted upon or decided.

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will discuss and plan the upcoming Veterans Day event and begin planning events for 2026. The meeting also includes approval of the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes and an opportunity for public comment.

• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period for residents
• Veterans Day event planning
• Event planning for 2026

The commission excused absent members and approved the October 7 meeting minutes. It authorized two VFW dinners, an annual end‑of‑year board dinner, and a commitment to spend surplus on toy donations. The board also approved a $500 expenditure for a toy drive. All motions passed unanimously.

• Excused absent members (unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved two VFW dinners for week of June 14 and first week of December (unanimous)
• Approved annual commitment of budget surplus to toy donations (unanimous)
• Approved annual end‑of‑year dinner with all boards (unanimous)
• Authorized $250 toy‑drive expenditure, amended to $500 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget and tax levy, then consider second reading of a $16.3 million police substation. The consent agenda includes adoption of a new land development code, several budget amendments, and contracts for sidewalk, crack repair, and streetlight work. Council will also discuss emergency SNAP support and a youth commission town hall.

• Public hearing on 2026 budget and tax levy (Res 2025-053)
• Second reading: $16.3 million police substation capital project (Ord 2723)
• Amend 2025 budget with $500,000 Great Outdoors Colorado grant for Sand Creek Wetland Destinations (Ord 2684)
• Adopt new 2025 Land Development Code, including vinyl siding ban for new construction (Ord 2688, 2719)
• Award sidewalk improvement contract to Gold Star Concrete, Inc. (Res 2025-139)

The council adopted the 2026 city budget and approved the associated tax levy with an 8‑1 vote. It also approved contracts for sidewalk improvements, asphalt crack repair, and emergency streetlight repairs, each passing unanimously. The council adopted a budget amendment for the police substantiation project by a 5‑4 vote and rejected a motion to reduce its funding to $6.3 M. Additional actions included extending the automatic adjournment time and entering an executive session for the City Manager’s performance evaluation.

• Adopted 2026 budget and tax levy (8-1)
• Approved sidewalk improvement contract to Gold Star Concrete, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved asphalt crack repair contract to Chavez Construction, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved emergency streetlight repair contract to Morton Electric, Inc. (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2723 (budget amendment for police substantiation) on second reading (5-4)
• Rejected motion to reduce police substantiation funding to $6.3 M (2-7)
• Extended automatic adjournment time to 11:00 p.m. (6-3)
• Entered executive session for City Manager performance evaluation (9-0)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing to consider the 2026 budget. The body will also vote on the certification of the mill levy for the district.

• Resolution ECAGID 2025-001: Adopting the 2026 budget and certification of the mill levy

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2025-004 to adopt the 2026 budget for the authority. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 URA meeting. This special meeting follows the City Council public hearing on Resolution 2025-053.

• Approve minutes of the October 20, 2025 URA meeting (Minutes of the October 20, 2025 Meeting).
• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-004 to adopt the 2026 URA budget.

E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution adopting the 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy. This item was continued from the October 20, 2025 meeting. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is scheduled for 7:35 PM.

• Public hearing on Resolution ERAGID 25-001 adopting the 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy for the E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to adopt the 2026 budget and certify the mill levy. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 20.

• Public hearing on Resolution NIGID 2025-001 adopting the 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy (continued from October 20 meeting)
• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Promotion Subcommittee will meet online via Zoom on October 31, 2025. The meeting will include a public comment period where participants can speak live. The agenda item is a discussion of promotional practices. No decisions or votes are indicated.

• Discussion of promotional practices
• Public comment period

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hear subcommittee reports on legislation, upcoming events including the CALU Park Opening, and a Community Well-Being Overview. They will also discuss setting 2026 goals and planning a retreat. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment.

• Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
• Legislation & Education subcommittee report on council updates and upcoming proclamations
• Signature Events subcommittee report on November events and CALU Park Opening
• Community Well-Being Overview presentation from Recruitment, Engagement & Partnerships subcommittee
• Discussion of 2026 DEI Commission goals and retreat agenda setting

The DEI Commission excused Council member Kim and Commissioner Bianca Gonzalez‑De La Rosa from the meeting. The commission approved the September meeting minutes. It also approved a motion to reallocate the $400 swag budget to community support items.

• Excused Council member Kim and Commissioner Bianca Gonzalez‑De La Rosa (6-0)
• Approved September meeting minutes (6-0)
• Amended $400 swag budget for community support items (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session on Monday, October 27, 2025. Council members will receive a 2025 Cultural Council update and a presentation on the Colorado Boulevard Reconstruction from 68th Avenue to Brighton Boulevard. A council report will review the work schedule. The meeting will adjourn at 8:30 PM.

• Presentation: Pres 25-252 2025 Cultural Council Update
• Presentation: Pres 25-384 Colorado Boulevard Reconstruction – 68th Avenue to Brighton Boulevard
• Council Report: 25-265 Review of the Work Schedule

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will meet to elect a Vice Chair and Treasurer, review the 2025 goals and accomplishments, and discuss the 2026 draft budget and calendar. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Active Adults Center in Bison Ridge Recreation Center.

• Election of Vice Chair and Treasurer
• Review of 2025 Goals & Accomplishments
• Discussion of 2026 Draft Budget
• Review of 2026 Draft Calendar
• Public Art and Hispanic Heritage Debriefs

The council voted 7‑aye, 1‑nay, 4‑excused to excuse members not present. The September meeting minutes were approved with a term change, passing with 8 ayes and 4 excused. The board postponed the Treasurer election to the November meeting. Board Member Riggs‑Gonzalez was elected Vice Chair with 8 ayes and 4 excused.

• Excused absent members (vote 7‑aye, 1‑nay, 4‑excused)
• Approved September meeting minutes with term update (8‑aye, 4‑excused)
• Postponed Treasurer election to November meeting (decision)
• Elected Board Member Riggs‑Gonzalez as Vice Chair (8‑aye, 4‑excused)

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The Commerce City City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will meet virtually on October 25, 2025. The agenda consists of a call to order, interviews, program updates, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed.

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will vote on approving the September 2025 meeting minutes and receive a staff budget update. Sub-committees will meet in breakout sessions and report back to the full commission. No specific financial figures or policy proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of EPIC minutes from September 2025
• Budget update (no dollar amounts specified)
• Sub-committee breakout sessions
• Sub-committee report out

The commission approved the September 2025 EPIC meeting minutes. It allocated $400 for EPIC polo shirts and $600 for two tablecloths for tabling events. It dissolved the biodiversity, tree canopy and food sub‑committee and created two new committees: Biodiversity and Trees, and Personal Impact. All actions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved September 2025 EPIC minutes (unanimous 11‑aye vote)
• Approved $400 for EPIC polo shirts and $600 for two tablecloths (unanimous 11‑aye vote)
• Dissolved the biodiversity, tree canopy and food sub‑committee into Biodiversity and Trees & Personal Impact committees (unanimous 11‑aye vote)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will receive updates on crime‑prevention efforts, the Citizens Academy, and department initiatives. Discussion includes the status of funding for a permanent police substation and community‑policing activities such as Coffee with a Cop and Costumes with a Cop. The chief will also brief the board on CALEA accreditation, the 2025 IACP conference, the Real‑Time Crime Center, and the Co‑Responder program. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Crime Prevention Unit updates – Neighborhood Watch groups
• Citizens Academy update
• Department update – status of funding for permanent substation
• Chief update – CALEA accreditation
• Chief update – Real‑Time Crime Center

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved the meeting minutes. The board decided to combine the Thanksgiving and Christmas meetings, scheduling the next meeting for December 16, 2025 at 4 PM. No other substantive actions were voted on.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to combine Thanksgiving and Christmas meetings; next meeting set for Dec 16, 2025 at 4 PM

Derby Review Board

This meeting of the Commerce City Derby Review Board has been canceled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will hear an indoor playground concept presentation and discuss CALU Park opening celebration planning. Updates from the promotion and private golf cart subcommittees are also scheduled. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and community engagement updates.

• Presentation of Indoor Playground Concept (Pres 25-580)
• CALU Park Opening Celebration Planning with Cultural Council Representative
• Promotion Subcommittee Update
• Private Golf Cart Subcommittee Update
• Community Engagement Updates & General Discussion

The commission approved the September 16 minutes after a motion and a yes vote. A motion to have the Parks, Recreation and Golf Advisory Committee sponsor Project Present 2025 at the "Elf Share a School" level was made, seconded, and passed with a yes vote. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved September 16 minutes (motion passed, vote: YES)
• Sponsored Project Present 2025 at Elf Share a School level (motion passed, vote: YES)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing eminent domain for the East 56th Avenue reconstruction project and hold a public hearing on rezoning 10225 Chambers Road from Agricultural to Multi-Family Residential. The council will also vote on second reading for a warehouse and distribution PUD at DIA, and hold first reading on amending fire sprinkler requirements. The 2026 budget adoption public hearing is continued to November 3.

• Resolution 2025-148: Authorizes negotiations and eminent domain for East 56th Ave reconstruction (Brighton Blvd to Vasquez Blvd)
• Ordinance Z25-0002: Public hearing to rezone 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential)
• Ordinance PUDA25-0002: Second reading for Nexus North at DIA PUD allowing warehouse/distribution on 21.5 acres at 17010 East 88th Avenue
• Resolution 2025-099: Awards contract to Concrete Express, Inc. for Highway 2 median improvements from East 96th to East 104th Avenue
• Ordinance 2732: First reading to amend fire sprinkler system requirements in the residential code

The council approved a rezoning of 10225 Chambers Road to multi‑family residential and adopted a revised economic development incentive policy. It also authorized eminent‑domain for the East 56th Avenue reconstruction project, approved several ordinances including fire‑sprinkler updates and a PUD zone amendment, and directed studies and investigations on RV parking, the 2026 budget hearing, and a council‑member complaint.

• Approved rezoning of 10225 Chambers Rd from Agricultural to Multi‑Family Residential (6‑3)
• Adopted revised Economic Development Incentive Program policy (9‑aye)
• Authorized eminent‑domain for East 56th Ave reconstruction project (9‑aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2732 amending fire sprinkler requirements (5‑4)
• Approved PUDA25‑0002 PUD zone amendment for warehouse use at 17010 E 88th Ave (6‑3)
• Directed City Manager to study neighboring RV parking regulations for code revisions (9‑aye)
• Continued public hearing on 2026 budget resolution to Nov 3, 2025 (9‑aye)
• Instructed City Attorney to hire third‑party investigator for council‑member complaint (9‑aye)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District will consider adopting its 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy. The public hearing for this item is scheduled to continue to the next meeting.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes
• Public hearing for 2026 budget and mill levy certification
• Budget presentation materials available
• Meeting to continue to November 3, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting unanimously. The board voted to continue the public hearing on Resolution ECAGID 25-001, which adopts the 2026 budget and certifies the mill levy, moving it to November 3, 2025. The motion passed with eight votes in favor and one against.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Continued public hearing on Resolution ECAGID 25-001 to Nov 3, 2025 (8-1)

E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District will hold a public hearing on a resolution adopting the 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy, but the hearing is continued to November 3, 2025. The board will also approve minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. No other business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Resolution ERAGID 25-001 (2026 budget and mill levy certification) continued to November 3, 2025
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting

The board approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. It also voted to continue the public hearing on the 2026 budget and mill levy resolution to November 3, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 18 minutes (9-0)
• Postponed public hearing on Resolution ERAGID 25-001 to Nov 3, 2025 (9-0)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will hold a public hearing on Resolution NIGID 2025-001 to adopt the 2026 budget and certify the mill levy, but the hearing is being continued to November 3, 2025. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 18, 2025. No decisions are being finalized at this meeting.

• Public hearing on Resolution NIGID 2025-001 adopting the 2026 budget and certifying the mill levy, continued to November 3, 2025
• Approval of minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously voted to continue the public hearing on the 2026 budget resolution (Resolution NIGID 2025-001) to November 3, 2025.

• Approved August 18 minutes (9-0)
• Postponed public hearing on Resolution NIGID 2025-001 to Nov 3, 2025 (9-0)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will consider consenting to the transfer of a portion of residential land by Tract F LLC to the Commerce City Housing Authority in the Mile High Greyhound Park Urban Renewal Area. A resolution approving a first amendment to a declaration of covenants concerning payment in lieu of taxes is also on the agenda. A public hearing on the 2026 URA budget has been continued to November 3, 2025.

• Resolution consenting to residential land transfer from Tract F LLC to Commerce City Housing Authority (Res URA 2025-006)
• Resolution approving first amendment to declaration of covenants on payment in lieu of taxes (Res URA 2025-008)
• Public hearing on 2026 URA budget continued to November 3, 2025 (Res URA 2025-004)
• Approval of minutes from September 15 and September 22, 2025 meetings

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 15 and September 22, 2025 URA meetings. It adopted Resolution 2025‑006, consenting to transfer a portion of residential land from Tract F LLC to the Commerce City Housing Authority, passing 8‑4. The board also adopted Resolution 2025‑008, approving a first amendment to the declaration of covenants concerning payment in lieu of taxes, passing 10‑2. Finally, the public hearing on the 2026 URA budget (Resolution 2025‑004) was continued to November 3, 2025 by a unanimous vote.

• Approved September 15, 2025 URA minutes (12-0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 URA minutes (12-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-006 land transfer to Housing Authority (8-4)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-008 covenant amendment (10-2)
• Continued public hearing on 2026 URA budget to Nov 3 2025 (12-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee Promotion Subcommittee is meeting to discuss promotional practices. The agenda includes a specific discussion regarding promotion postcards.

• Discussion of promotion postcards
• Discussion of promotional practices

Youth Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting and provide time for public comment.

• Approval of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The October 16, 2025 Youth Commission meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were discussed, approved, or denied.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided. No further action is required.

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review council goals and the final multiyear strategic plan. The body will also review the work schedule for regular meetings and study sessions.

• Review of City Council Goals (Pres 25-414)
• Presentation of the Final Multiyear Strategic Plan
• Review of the work schedule for regular and study sessions (25-254)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission meeting on Oct 9, 2025 will approve the September 25 minutes. Commissioners will review a draft of new bylaws. They will also consider the city’s 2026 goals and a debrief of the Fall Fest. Additional items include a banner design draft and updates from City Council.

• Approve September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (Min 25-214)
• Review and discuss draft Senior Commission bylaws (Doc 25-252)
• Present 2026 Senior Commission goals and accomplishments (Doc 25-251)
• Debrief Lunch & Learn and Fall Fest events
• Review banner design draft (Doc 25-253)

The commission approved the September meeting minutes. It also approved the drafted 2026 goals. A motion was passed authorizing Antonia Dell to speak at the November 17 public‑comment session on Parks, Recreation, and Golf data. All three actions received unanimous ayes from the eight members present.

• Approved September meeting minutes (motion by Brooks, seconded by Boyd) – ayes from Noble, Douglas, Mcgowan, Dell, Natho, Zubiate, Brooks, Boyd
• Approved 2026 Senior Commission goals (motion by Boyd, seconded by Zubiate) – ayes from Noble, Douglas, Mcgowan, Dell, Natho, Zubiate, Brooks, Boyd
• Authorized Antonia Dell to speak at the Nov 17 public‑comment on Parks, Recreation, and Golf data (motion by Noble, seconded by Douglas) – ayes from Noble, Douglas, Mcgowan, Dell, Natho, Zubiate, Brooks, Boyd

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two amendment requests from Oakwood Homes for the Reunion Center project. Amendment No. 1 would create 84 residential lots, five commercial lots and 16 open‑space and utility tracts on about 35.55 acres between East 104th Avenue, Homestead Trail, Walden Street and Tower Road. Amendment No. 2 would create 106 residential lots, five commercial lots and 11 open‑space and utility tracts on about 15.25 acres between East 104th Avenue, Homestead Trail, Walden Street and Yampa Street. A presentation on the Transportation Master Plan will also be reviewed.

• Pres 25-554: Amendment 1 – 84 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, 16 open‑space/utility tracts on ~35.55 acres (East 104th Ave‑Homestead Trail, Walden St‑Tower Rd)
• Pres 25-555: Amendment 2 – 106 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, 11 open‑space/utility tracts on ~15.25 acres (East 104th Ave‑Homestead Trail, Walden St‑Yampa St)
• Pres 25-557: Presentation of the Transportation Master Plan

The Planning Commission entered findings that the Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment 1 and Amendment 2 final plats meet the Land Development Code and recommended their approval to the City Council. Both recommendations were adopted unanimously (5‑0). The commissioners also clarified email‑copying procedures, noting open‑meeting law restrictions. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommended approval of Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment 1 final plat (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment 2 final plat (5‑0)
• Staff email copying request denied per open‑meeting law (no vote)
• Noted Land Development Code adoption by City Council (informational)

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 2, hear public comment, and discuss support for the VFW. They will also plan the upcoming Veterans Day event and review a Youth Commission Town Hall. No votes on legislation or funding are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of VFW support
• Planning for Veterans Day event
• Youth Commission Town Hall discussion

The commission voted unanimously to hold a flag‑raising ceremony at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center on November 11, 2025 for Veterans Day. It also approved up to $100 for art‑therapy supplies, adopted the dog‑tag icon as its official symbol, authorized automatic purchase of commission shirts for new members, and adopted its work plan. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved flag‑raising ceremony at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center on Nov 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100 to cover art‑therapy supply costs (unanimous)
• Adopted the dog‑tag icon as the official commission icon (unanimous)
• Authorized automatic purchase of Veterans Commission shirts for all new members (unanimous)
• Adopted the commission work plan (unanimous)

City Council

The city council will vote on first reading of an ordinance appropriating $16.3 million from the general fund for a police substation capital project. The consent agenda includes multiple budget amendments, including $2.57 million for recreation facilities and $500,000 for Sand Creek Regional Greenway. The council will also discuss first-reading ordinances to prohibit vinyl siding in new construction and adopt a new land development code.

• Ordinance appropriating $16,300,000 for a police substation construction project
• Ordinance to prohibit vinyl siding in new construction
• Adoption of the 2025 City of Commerce City Land Development Code
• Budget amendment of $2,571,320 for jointly used recreation facilities with Brighton School District
• Resolution setting a public hearing for the Commerce Place annexation

The council approved a $16.3 million appropriation for a police substation capital construction project. It also adopted multiple grant-funded park and recreation projects and directed staff to draft a healthy‑beverages ordinance for kids’ meals and a safety ordinance for minors operating electric vehicles. Additionally, the council awarded a construction‑manager contract for the Civic Center remodel.

• Approved $16.3M police substation capital construction (Ord 2723) – 5-4
• Adopted $500,000 Sand Creek Regional Greenway grant (Ord 2684) – 9-0
• Adopted $2,571,320 recreation facilities grant (Ord 2694) – 9-0
• Adopted $805,750 parks and recreation grant (Ord 2704) – 9-0
• Adopted $10,025 police community service grant (Ord 2708) – 9-0
• Directed City Manager to draft Healthy Beverages in Children’s Meals ordinance (25-247) – 9-0
• Directed City Manager and Attorney to draft ordinance on minors operating e‑bikes, e‑motorcycles, ATVs (25-248) – 9-0
• Approved award of construction‑manager contract for Civic Center remodel to Fransen‑Pittman Construction (Res 2025-149) – 6-3

Veterans Commission

This meeting is a closed planning retreat with no public participation or official business. Commissioners will discuss the 2026 work plan and budget, as well as remaining 2025 budget items. No decisions or votes will be taken.

• 2026 Budget/Work Plan Discussion
• Remaining 2025 Budget Discussion

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The Policy and Governance Committee will discuss several policy items, including CP-12 to clarify benefits for board and commission members, potential revisions to agenda setup for land use hearings, clarification of council member voting authority on boards, and draft revisions to board general provisions. These are discussion items only, with no final decisions expected.

• CP-12: Clarify benefits for Board and Commission members
• Discuss revising agenda setup to have land use hearings on second reading
• Discuss potential need for clarification of Council Member voting authority on Boards and Commissions
• Discuss draft revisions to Board and Commission General Provisions

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Promotion Subcommittee will meet online to discuss design updates for promotion postcards, upcoming tabling events, and an update on CALU Park. No formal decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of promotion postcards
• Upcoming tabling events
• CALU Park Update
• Meeting held online via Zoom with public comment opportunity

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will discuss changing meeting dates, holding hybrid meetings, and setting 2025-2026 SMARTIE goals. The body will also review minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of changing meeting dates
• Consideration of hybrid meetings
• Review of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Setting 2025-2026 SMARTIE Goals
• Budget updates

The commission approved the September 18 meeting minutes and excused five absent members. It voted unanimously to adopt hybrid meetings, approved yearbook‑style photos for the City Clerk’s Office, and adopted the 2025‑2026 SMARTIE goals. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:53 PM.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (vote: YES)
• Excused members Saia, Tharia, Grandinetti, Guardiola‑Rodriguez, Rodriguez
• Approved hybrid meetings (7 Aye, 0 Nay)
• Approved yearbook style photos for City Clerk's Office (4 Ayes)
• Approved 2025‑2026 SMARTIE goals (6 Aye, 0 Nay)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:53 PM

Liquor License Authority

The Liquor License Authority will hold public hearings on three applications from QuikTrip Corporation for new fermented malt beverage and wine retailer licenses at 8050 Rosemary St, 10030 E 112th Ave, and 18400 E 81st Ave in Commerce City. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 18, 2025.

• Public hearing: QuikTrip license application at 8050 Rosemary St
• Public hearing: QuikTrip license application at 10030 E 112th Ave
• Public hearing: QuikTrip license application at 18400 E 81st Ave
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2025

The authority approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. A public hearing was held for three QuikTrip liquor license applications, and the hearing officer requested updated wine‑storage diagrams and said findings will be issued within 30 days. No license applications were approved, denied, or otherwise acted upon at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of the August 18, 2025 meeting (Judge Brown)
• Closed QuikTrip public hearing; findings to be issued within 30 days

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will meet for routine updates, including reports from the Crime Prevention Unit, the Citizens Academy, and the Chief's Department on recent crime incidents and CALEA accreditation progress. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational and procedural items.

• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
• Crime Prevention Unit updates on current programs
• Citizens Academy update on upcoming classes
• Chief's Department update on recent crime/incidents and CALEA accreditation status

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved the meeting minutes. No other actions were decided, approved, denied, or tabled. The board received updates on community events and police department activities.

• Approved meeting minutes

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will consider approval of August 2025 meeting minutes, discuss the commission's bylaws, and receive a budget update. The meeting also includes subcommittee breakout sessions and announcements. No specific proposals or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of August 2025 EPIC minutes
• Discussion of commission bylaws
• Budget update presentation

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission approved the August 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also approved the new bylaws as written. Two budget items were approved: $200 for an in‑kind donation to a Youth Commission event and $165 to supplement a recycling lunch‑and‑learn program.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (10‑0)
• Approved bylaws as written (vote not recorded)
• Approved $200 in‑kind donation request for Youth Commission event (10‑0)
• Approved $165 recycling lunch‑and‑learn supplement (10‑0)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will conduct a Q&A session with Heidi Hugdahl from the City Attorney's Office. The body will also review subcommittee reports regarding legislation, events, and recruitment.

• Q&A with Heidi Hugdahl (City Attorney's Office)
• Legislation & Education Council Report
• November Signature Events planning
• Hispanic Heritage debrief
• Resource compiling and Spanish translations

The commission excused Chair LongSoldier and Member Gilliam (vote 7‑2) and approved the August meeting minutes (7 ayes). It decided to shift its resource‑compiling effort toward a partnership with the Community Well‑Being Division and will request a presentation at the next meeting. The board also approved a November 21 movie night featuring "Brother Bear" and set the November 8 planning retreat date, noting there will be no November or December meetings.

• Excused Chair LongSoldier and Member Gilliam (vote 7‑2)
• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (7 ayes)
• Redirected resource‑compiling project to partner with Community Well‑Being Division
• Requested CWB presentation at next meeting
• Approved November 21 movie night showing "Brother Bear" at Eagle Pointe Rec Center
• Scheduled in‑person planning retreat for Nov. 8, 9 am‑1 pm at Active Adults Center
• Decided there will be no November or December commission meetings

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The three-member bylaws subcommittee of the Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will meet to draft the EPIC bylaws before presenting them to the full commission on September 25. No final decisions will be made at this working session.

• Discussion of EPIC Bylaws DRAFT (Pres 25-540)

The subcommittee met to discuss and draft the EPIC bylaws. No formal action was taken during the meeting. The commission will approve or request edits at the September 25 meeting.

City Council

The Commerce City City Council will receive a joint presentation on the Housing Needs Assessment (Pres 25-268) with the Planning Commission, updates on the 120th Avenue widening to Buckley (Pres 25-164) and the 96th Avenue widening project (Pres 25-320), a presentation of the 2022 Intergovernmental Agreement, and a review of the work schedule (25-237). No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Pres 25-268 – Housing Needs Assessment Update (joint with Planning Commission)
• Pres 25-164 – 120th Avenue Widening Chambers to Buckley Update
• Pres 25-320 – 96th Avenue Widening Project Update
• 2022 Intergovernmental Agreement presentation
• 25-237 – Review of the Work Schedule

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will approve the minutes from its August 18 meeting and consider two resolutions: a first amendment to the Declaration of Covenants concerning payment in lieu of taxes, and consent to transfer a portion of residential land from Tract F LLC to the Commerce City Housing Authority under the Mile High Greyhound Park redevelopment agreement. An executive session will be held to receive legal advice on a special warranty deed.

• Approve minutes of the August 18, 2025 URA meeting (Agenda item 2)
• Resolution 2025-008: First amendment to Declaration of Covenants concerning payment in lieu of taxes
• Resolution 2025-006: Consent to transfer residential land from Tract F LLC to Commerce City Housing Authority
• Executive session to receive legal advice related to a special warranty deed

The Urban Renewal Authority approved the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes and excused five absent members. Two resolutions (2025-008 and 2025-006) were postponed to the October 20, 2025 meeting. The board also entered an executive session to receive legal advice on a special warranty deed.

• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (7‑Aye, 5‑Excused)
• Excused members Madera, Kim, Henson, Amador, Machuga (7‑Aye, 5‑Excused)
• Continued Resolution 2025‑008 to Oct 20, 2025 (7‑Aye, 5‑Excused)
• Continued Resolution 2025‑006 to Oct 20, 2025 (8‑Aye, 4‑Excused)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on a special warranty deed (8‑Aye, 4‑Excused)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:09 PM

City Council

The City Council will consider a donation of $3,800 to the Adams 14 School District to support a Homecoming Parade After-Party. This is the only substantive item on the special meeting agenda.

• Donation of $3,800 to Adams 14 School District for Homecoming Parade After-Party
• Special meeting with no public comment allowed

The council excused Council Members Oscar Madera and Craig Kim, with a 7‑2 vote. It also approved a $3,800 donation to Adams 14 School District for a homecoming parade after‑party, also by a 7‑2 vote. Both actions were recorded in the special meeting minutes.

• Excused Council Members Oscar Madera and Craig Kim (vote 7‑2)
• Approved $3,800 donation to Adams 14 School District for homecoming parade after‑party (vote 7‑2)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a joint session with the City Council to receive a consultant presentation on the Housing Needs Assessment Update (Pres 25-268). No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Joint session with City Council – not a regular or special meeting
• Housing Needs Assessment Update presentation by consultant
• No formal action or decisions will be made

The Planning Commission met in a joint session with the City Council on September 22, 2025. The session was not a regular or special Planning Commission meeting, and no formal actions were taken. Presentations included a Housing Needs Assessment update (Pres 25-268) and a consultant briefing.

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss unfinished business, including the 2026 budget and a town hall event. The agenda also includes new business regarding marketing icons and recruiting new members.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2025
• Discussion of 2026 budget
• Town Hall event planning
• Marketing/branding icons
• Recruiting for Youth Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. They also approved the items listed under New Business. Both motions passed with five commissioners voting aye and three commissioners recorded as excused.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5 ayes, 3 excused)
• Approved New Business agenda items (5 ayes, 3 excused)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

This is not a regular or special meeting; no formal action will take place. Members of the Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission and possibly City Council will tour the landfill with Republic Services. City business may be discussed, but no decisions or votes are expected.

• Tour of Republic Services landfill
• Possible discussion of city business
• No formal action by commission or city council

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss unfinished business including private golf cart subcommittee updates and park policies, and consider new topics like waterwise demonstration gardens.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 minutes
• Private Golf Cart Subcommittee update
• Discussion on applying Boards & Commissions Benefit Differently
• Update on Park Policies City Council Discussion
• Waterwise Demonstration Gardens proposal

The commission voted to approve the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes with an amendment noting a member’s online attendance. A separate motion authorized the use of $250 from the PRGAC budget for event supplies, if needed. Both motions passed.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Authorized $250 PRGAC budget for event supplies (motion passed)

Derby Review Board

The Derby Review Board meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, has been canceled.

• Meeting canceled
• Approval of Minutes
• Board Business
• Attorney Business
• Staff Business

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will approve the August meeting minutes. It will receive a monthly update on grants and finance. Subcommittee reports will cover public art installation updates, the public art master plan, and final details for Hispanic Heritage events. The council will also discuss plans for an October 25 retreat.

• Approve August meeting minutes (Min 25-192)
• Review Grants & Finance monthly update
• Public Art subcommittee: install updates & master plan
• Community Engagement subcommittee: finalize Hispanic Heritage details
• Discuss October 25 retreat

The Cultural Council approved the August meeting minutes with a 6‑4 vote. It declined the $3,750 request to sponsor Adams City High School's homecoming, but approved using remaining Hispanic Heritage grant money to sponsor the face painter and bounce house at the event. The board also added a request for Music in the Park funding to an upcoming City Council agenda and cancelled the regular meeting scheduled for October 21.

• Approved August meeting minutes (6‑4 vote)
• Declined $3,750 homecoming sponsorship request
• Approved sponsorship of face painter and bounce house with remaining grant funds
• Added Music in the Park funding request to City Council agenda
• Cancelled regular meeting scheduled for October 21

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a PUD amendment to allow warehouse and distribution uses at 17010 East 88th Avenue, and on eligibility for annexation of property at 6801 E 80th Avenue. Other notable business includes resolutions on a comprehensive safety action plan, authorizing eminent domain for the East 96th Avenue Pedestrian Underpass project, and asserting home rule authority over local land use. The consent agenda contains budget amendments totaling over $3.7 million for recreation facilities, parks improvements, and intersection reconstruction.

• Public hearing on Nexus North at DIA PUD amendment for warehouse/distribution at 17010 East 88th Avenue
• Public hearing on Estrada Annexation eligibility for property at 6801 E 80th Avenue
• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for East 96th Avenue Pedestrian Underpass project
• Resolution supporting home rule municipalities in litigation over local land use and zoning
• Consent agenda: $2,571,320 appropriation for jointly used recreation facilities with 27J School District

The council adopted a resolution authorizing eminent‑domain for the East 96th Avenue pedestrian underpass project. It also approved a zoning ordinance permitting warehouse use at 17010 E 88th Ave, a $325,000 budget amendment for the 72nd Place and Monaco Street reconstruction, and staff‑recommended 2026 budget reductions. Additional actions included directing a Highway 2 speed study, drafting an ID‑badge ordinance for solicitors, appointing members to the ARC Board, and supporting a memorial bench for Isabella Salas Morales.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-142 authorizing eminent‑domain for East 96th Ave pedestrian underpass (7‑0‑2)
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance PUDA25-0002 allowing warehouse and distribution uses at 17010 E 88th Ave (6‑2‑1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2721 allocating $325,000 for 72nd Place and Monaco St reconstruction (8‑0‑1)
• Approved staff’s 2026 budget reductions and to submit revised budget (8‑0‑1)
• Directed staff to conduct a speed study on Highway 2 (8‑0‑1)
• Directed City Manager to draft ID‑badge ordinance for door‑to‑door solicitors (8‑0‑1)
• Appointed Jason Rogers to ARC Board of Directors, Garrett Anderson as alternate (8‑0‑1)
• Approved support for memorial bench for Isabella Salas Morales, up to $7,500 (8‑0‑1)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will consider approving the transfer of $325,000 in Derby Plan Area funds to the city for the 72nd Place and Monaco Street intersection reconstruction project. The meeting will also address the approval of minutes from the previous session.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes
• Transfer of $325,000 for 72nd Place and Monaco Street intersection reconstruction
• Hybrid meeting format available via Zoom

The Urban Renewal Authority excused four absent members (Madera, Amador, Machuga, Henson). The board approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved a resolution transferring $325,000 for the 72nd Place and Monaco Street intersection reconstruction project.

• Excused members Madera, Amador, Machuga, Henson (8-4)
• Approved August 18, 2025 URA minutes (8-4)
• Approved $325,000 fund transfer for 72nd Place & Monaco St reconstruction (8-4)

Senior Commission

The Commerce City Senior Commission will hold a regular meeting focused on planning upcoming events including a Lunch & Learn, a dance, and Fall Fest. Commissioners will also discuss preliminary goals for 2026 and receive updates on the Community Well-Being project and City Council. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Final planning for the Lunch & Learn event
• Dance planning updates
• Fall Fest details discussion
• Preliminary 2026 Goals Discussion
• Community Well-Being project update

The Senior Commission excused Council member Douglas by a 10‑aye, 1‑excused vote. The commission approved the August meeting minutes. Chair Sue McGowan and Commissioner Dell were appointed to represent the Senior Commission at the Youth Commission Town Hall on October 18. The October meeting was set for 2 pm–5 pm and staff were tasked to review quorum requirements and consider a bylaws update.

• Excused Council member Douglas (vote 10‑aye, 1‑excused)
• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (9 ayes)
• Appointed Chair Sue McGowan and Commissioner Dell to attend Youth Commission Town Hall (10/18)
• Set October meeting time to 2 pm–5 pm
• Tasked staff to look into quorum requirements
• Directed staff to consider updating bylaws on quorum at next meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a request to reduce a side yard setback for a proposed attached carport. The board will also consider updates to its 2025 Rules of Procedure.

• Case AV25-0003: Request by Eleonor & George Bland to reduce a 5-foot side yard setback to 3 feet for an attached carport on a 0.21-acre R-1 property
• Pres 25-516: 2025 Update to the Rules of Procedure

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved the August 12 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a variance for 5741 E. 65th Way to reduce the side‑yard setback, again by a 4‑0 vote. The proposed update to the 2025 Rules of Procedure received no vote because a quorum was not present and will be reconsidered later.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved variance for 5741 E. 65th Way side‑yard setback reduction (4‑0)
• Postponed 2025 Rules of Procedure update due to lack of quorum

Police Pension Board

The Commerce City Police Pension Board will hold a meeting on September 9, 2025, to approve minutes and discuss new business. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of new business
• Presentation by Cook Street Consulting
• Presentation by Mission Square

City Council

The council will hold a special meeting with a presentation on the 2026 City Council Budget Workshop. Two executive sessions will follow: one to discuss the annual review format for the City Manager's performance standards, and another to receive legal advice on negotiations with a former employee. A council report will review the work schedule. Public comment is not allowed unless specifically noted on an agenda item.

• Presentation: Pres 25-190 2026 City Council Budget Workshop
• Executive Session 25-221: discussion of annual review format for City Manager performance standards
• Executive Session 25-223: legal advice on negotiations with a former employee
• Council Report 25-222: review of work schedule

The council adopted several budget amendments, retaining $2 million for 1(a) CIP projects while cutting other items to meet a $1 million reduction target. A motion was passed directing the City Manager to present the revised budget at public hearings on Oct. 20 and Nov. 3, 2025. Both requested executive sessions were also approved.

• Mayor Pro Tem Noble's amendment to retain $2 M for 1(a) CIP projects adopted (8‑1)
• Council Member Dukes' motion to move the budget forward with $2 M CIP funding and $1 M overall cuts adopted (9‑0)
• Council Member Teter's motion directing the City Manager to present the revised 2026 budget at Oct. 20 and Nov. 3 hearings adopted (9‑0)
• Council Member Kim's motion to hold an executive session on City Manager performance review adopted (9‑0)
• Council Member Teter's motion to hold an executive session for legal advice and former‑employee negotiations adopted (9‑0)

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council Public Art Subcommittee will meet to review a funding update and discuss a rewrite of the maintenance section. The meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2025.

• Review of funding update
• Discussion on maintenance section rewrite
• Planning of next steps

The Cultural Council received a funding update for the public art master plan and reviewed the 2020 maintenance plan. The council established a timeline for drafting, feedback, and presentation of the updated master plan. No formal approvals or votes were taken during this meeting.

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission meeting scheduled for September 4, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were decided or discussed. The agenda listed items such as public communication at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, approval of minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting, unfinished business items, and new business items. Attachments include the minutes (Min 25-187) from the previous meeting.

• Call to Order/Roll Call – canceled due to lack of quorum
• Public Communication – meeting to be held in‑person at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center
• Approval of Minutes – Min 25-187 from August 21, 2025
• Unfinished Business – Smarty Goals, Budget for 2026, Town Hall
• New Business – Icons for Marketing/Youth Commission Branding

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed zone change from AG (Agricultural) to R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) for a 12.70-acre property at 10225 Chambers Road. Also up for hearings are a Land Development Code update and amendments to prohibit vinyl siding in new construction and to add preliminary plat procedures. The commission will also review minutes from July 1 and receive staff updates on recent City Council cases.

• Zone change request (Z25-0002) for 12.70 acres at 10225 Chambers Road from AG to R-3
• Land Development Code Update adoption public hearing
• Prohibition of vinyl siding in new construction as a Land Development Code amendment
• Addition of preliminary plat procedures as a Land Development Code amendment
• Approval of minutes from July 1, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the City Council approve a change of the 12.70‑acre site at 10225 Chambers Road from Agricultural to R‑3 Multi‑Family Residential zoning. It also approved a finding that the new Land Development Code is satisfactory and should be adopted by the City Council. The commission adopted two amendments to the code: one prohibiting vinyl siding in new construction, and another adding preliminary plat procedures. All four actions passed with votes of 5‑0 or 4‑1.

• Recommend R-3 Multi‑Family Residential zoning for 10225 Chambers Rd approved (5-0)
• Recommend adoption of the new Land Development Code approved (5-0)
• Amend Land Development Code to prohibit vinyl siding in new construction approved (4-1)
• Amend Land Development Code to add preliminary plat procedures approved (4-1)
• Approve July 1, 2025 Planning Commission minutes approved (5-0)

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation will hold its regular meeting to discuss a debrief of a golf tournament and plan for the following year. The session is scheduled for September 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM.

• Golf tournament debrief: Celebrations & Opportunities
• Next Year Planning
• Meeting held at 7887 E. 60th Ave.

The September 2, 2025 meeting was a debrief of the recent golf tournament and a discussion of next‑year planning. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any formal decisions.

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will hold a regular meeting with items including approval of previous minutes, public comment, and discussion of a planning retreat. Key agenda items involve support for the VFW and planning for the Veterans Day event. The commission will also hear about a Youth Commission townhall.

• Approval of minutes from August 5, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of a planning retreat
• Discussion of VFW support
• Planning for Veterans Day event
• Discussion of Youth Commission townhall

The Veterans Commission approved the call to order with six ayes and five members excused. The commission also approved the meeting minutes with the same vote count. All other agenda items were discussed but tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved call to order (6 ayes, 5 excused)
• Approved meeting minutes (6 ayes, 5 excused)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will receive updates on crime prevention, PTSD and mental health assistance for officers, and department initiatives including CALEA accreditation and the Citizens Academy. The July meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The board will also schedule its annual City Council update.

• Crime Prevention Unit updates: crime tip of the month and neighborhood watch groups
• PTSD and Mental Health Assistance for Officers discussion
• CALEA Accreditation update
• Citizens Academy and North Area Substation updates
• Identify date for annual City Council update

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board approved the June meeting minutes. The board set the date for the annual city council safety update to January 2026. No other substantive actions were decided. The meeting adjourned at 5:40 PM.

• Approved June meeting minutes (no vote tally provided)
• Scheduled annual city council safety update for January 2026 (no vote tally provided)

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will discuss new business including a draft of its bylaws, a budget update, and a sustainable neighborhood initiative. Subcommittee breakout sessions and updates are also scheduled. The meeting will begin with approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of EPIC Bylaws Draft
• Budget Update presentation
• Sustainable Neighborhood discussion
• Subcommittee breakout and updates

The commission unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. A motion was passed to create a sub‑committee to draft the EPIC bylaws and present the draft at the September meeting. The sub‑committee members are Frederick Alfred, Darci Martinez, Sara Peppers, and Rocky Teter. No other actions were taken.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (11 aye, 0 no)
• Created EPIC bylaws sub‑committee (11 aye, 0 no)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Commerce City Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair, hear subcommittee reports on legislation, signature events, recruitment, and Spanish translations, and discuss changing the monthly meeting time and a retreat date. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Election for Chair and Vice Chair
• Subcommittee reports on legislation, upcoming proclamations, and clerk office update
• November event planning by Signature Events subcommittee
• Discussion on changing monthly meeting time
• Discussion on retreat date and September agenda setting

The DEI Commission approved the May and June meeting minutes with a unanimous 9‑aye vote. Commissioners elected Iona LongSoldier as Chair and Ashley Roman as Vice Chair, each receiving 9 ayes. The board adopted a November 8, 2025 retreat and cancelled the November 26 meeting, also by a 9‑aye vote. The monthly meeting time will remain the same.

• Approved May & June minutes (9 ayes)
• Elected Iona LongSoldier as Chair (9 ayes)
• Elected Ashley Roman as Vice Chair (9 ayes)
• Adopted November 8, 2025 retreat and cancelled Nov 26 meeting (9 ayes)
• Confirmed monthly meeting time will stay the same (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council holds a study session to receive presentations on the city website update, the second-quarter 2025 financial report, and a truck route review with tipping fee overview. Council will also discuss the work schedule. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• City's Website Update presentation
• Second Quarter 2025 Financial Report
• Truck Route Review and Tipping Fee Overview (includes 1987 ordinance and memos)
• Review of the Work Schedule for regular meetings and study sessions

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and discuss unfinished business including the budget, voting board, and town hall plans.

• Approval of May 1 and May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of budget
• Officer Board voting
• Town Hall planning
• Smart Goals discussion

The commission approved postponing the budget discussion and the Smarty Goals initiative until the September 4 meeting. It approved the appointment of a new officer board with Serrianna Safieh as chair, Christopher Suazo as vice chair, April Acevedo as treasurer, and Anna Saia as secretary. The minutes from the May 1 and May 15, 2025 meetings were approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved postponement of budget to Sept 4 (approved by Christopher Suazo, Manuel Guardiola‑Rodriquez)
• Approved postponement of Smarty Goals to Sept 4 (approved by Manuel Guardiola‑Rodriquez, Christopher Suazo)
• Approved appointment of new officer board (Chair Serrianna Safieh, Vice Chair Christopher Suazo, Treasurer April Acevedo, Secretary Anna Saia) (approved by Manuel Guardiola‑Rodriquez, Travis Watkins)
• Approved May 1 and May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (approved by Robert Grandinetti, Christopher Suazo)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will meet to discuss new business and provide updates on unfinished projects. The body is reviewing reserved parking for active adults and a grant letter of support.

• Active Adult Reserved Parking Spaces at Bison Ridge
• Adams County Open Space Grant Letter of Support
• CIP Update
• Commission Function discussion
• Subcommittee Update

The commission voted to advance the draft ordinance to the City Council for its first reading on October 6, 2025. It also approved applying for an Adams County Open Space grant with a supporting letter, created a subcommittee to handle special events, and added a future agenda item for a planning department presentation on sidewalk and infrastructure development. All motions passed.

• Approved advancing the ordinance to City Council for first reading on Oct 6, 2025 (passed)
• Approved applying for the Adams County Open Space grant with a committee support letter (passed)
• Created a subcommittee to manage special events, park openings, and promotional activities (passed)
• Added a future agenda item to invite the planning department to present on sidewalk and infrastructure development (passed)

Derby Review Board

The August 19, 2025 Derby Review Board meeting has been canceled. No agenda items or decisions were made.

• Meeting canceled

Cultural Council

The Commerce City Cultural Council will approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting and review monthly updates on grants and finance. The agenda includes reports on Music in the Park, public art installations, and community engagement for Hispanic Heritage and Fall Fest.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• SCFD grant brainstorming session
• Music in the Park debrief
• Public art & art exhibitions updates
• Vice Chair & Treasurer upcoming elections

The Cultural Council excused five absent members. It approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted to cancel the car show at Fall Fest because it conflicted with Adams City homecoming. The council also cancelled the regular October meeting.

• Excused Mayor Pro Tem Noble, Kelly Reyos, Tyler Vitello, Emily Perez, Carlos Jimenez (vote 9 Ayes)
• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (7 Ayes, 5 Excused)
• Cancelled car show at Fall Fest due to conflict with Adams City homecoming (7 Ayes, 5 Excused)
• Cancelled regular October meeting (7 Ayes, 5 Excused)

City Council

The Commerce City City Council meeting will include public comment, notice council business, and a presentation of the 2026 Budget (Pres 25-189) as a preliminary session. Council members will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including appointments, contract authorizations, and tax‑rebate incentives. An executive session will discuss personnel performance standards and legal advice related to a court case.

• Presentation of the 2026 Budget – Preliminary Session #3 (Pres 25-189)
• Appointment to Police Pension Board (25-181)
• Resolution 2025-098 authorizing a contract with EST, Inc. for design and pre‑construction services for the 88th Avenue widening project
• Resolution 2025-125 authorizing lodging tax rebate incentives for DIA ONEPEARL LLC and NIBBLENOOK HOSPITALITY LLC for a full‑service hotel at 18201 East 81st Avenue
• Resolution 2025-065 authorizing assignment of a private activity bond allocation to the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority

The council appointed Council Member Ford to the Police Pension Board (8-1). It directed staff to draft land‑development code amendments for preliminary plats (7-2) and to prohibit vinyl siding on new homes (5-4). The council also approved speed bumps on Olive Street (9-0) and a $16.3 M allocation from unencumbered funds for a police substation on 104th Avenue (5-4).

• Appointed Council Member Ford to Police Pension Board (8-1)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance for preliminary plats (7-2)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance prohibiting vinyl siding on new homes (5-4)
• Approved speed bumps or humps on Olive Street pending study (9-0)
• Approved $16.3 M from fund balance for police substation on 104th Avenue (5-4)
• Called up Subdivision Plat Murray Family Farms Subdivision 2 for public hearing (5-4)
• Directed staff to provide breakout on education, conference and travel spending (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing bond allocation to Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (9-0)

E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District board will hear a presentation on the 2026 preliminary budget. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting and a presentation only; no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation of 2026 E-470 Commercial Area General Improvement District preliminary budget

The board approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. A preliminary 2026 budget presentation was delivered but no action was taken on it. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District

The E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District will meet to approve minutes from November 4, 2024. The body will also receive a preliminary budget presentation for 2026.

• 2026 E-470 Residential Area General Improvement District (ERAGID) Preliminary Budget Presentation
• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the November 4, 2024 ERAGID meeting by unanimous voice vote. A preliminary budget for the 2026 district was presented by the finance director. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 4 2024 ERAGID minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District

The Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District will receive a presentation on the proposed 2026 preliminary budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Presentation of 2026 Preliminary Budget for the Northern Infrastructure General Improvement District
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting

The board approved the minutes of the November 4, 2024 meeting and the November 18, 2024 meeting, each by unanimous voice vote. A preliminary budget presentation was given by Finance Director Theresa Wilson. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Nov 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of Nov 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will consider the minutes from its July 7, 2025 meeting and approve them. A presentation of the 2026 preliminary budget (Pres 25-449) will be given for discussion. No formal votes are listed on the agenda. The meeting will adjourn at 8:10 PM.

• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2025 URA meeting (Min URA 25‑004)
• Presentation of the 2026 URA Preliminary Budget (Pres 25‑449)
• Call to order and roll call at 8:00 PM
• Adjournment at 8:10 PM

The Urban Renewal Authority voted to excuse Commissioners Machuga and Amador, who were absent, with a 10‑2 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting, also by a 10‑2 vote. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Excused absent Commissioners Machuga and Amador (vote 10-2)
• Approved July 7, 2025 URA minutes (vote 10-2)

City Council Legislative Committee

The City Council Legislative Committee will meet to discuss the Colorado Special Legislative Session. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 18, 2025, at 5:30 PM.

• Call To Order/Roll Call
• Colorado Special Legislative Session Discussion
• Adjourn at 6:00 PM

Liquor License Authority

The Liquor License Authority will hold a public hearing on a new Hotel and Restaurant liquor license application for Las Dos Americas Tortilleria LLC at 065 Quebec St. The meeting also includes call to order and adjournment.

• New Hotel and Restaurant liquor license application for Las Dos Americas Tortilleria LLC at 065 Quebec St, Commerce City, CO 80022.

The Liquor License Authority heard the application for a new hotel and restaurant liquor license for Las Dos Americas Tortilleria LLC at 065 Quebec St. The hearing officer answered questions, noted no code violations, and closed the hearing, stating findings will be issued within 30 days. No approval or denial was made at this meeting.

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission is meeting to review updates on Lunch & Learn programs and plan for upcoming dance, winter, and spring activities. The body will also receive an update from the City Council.

• Lunch & Learn updates
• Dance planning
• Winter and Spring planning
• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission excused the absences of Sue Mcgowan and Mayor Pro Tem Noble. It approved the July meeting minutes. It approved a $1,000 contribution to the Community Well-Being senior holiday project.

• Excused absences of Sue Mcgowan and Mayor Pro Tem Noble (unanimous)
• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Community Well-Being senior event (unanimous)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will review details for the car show, including the prize budget. It will also examine the public art master plan, covering project scope, timeline, and identified gaps. The meeting will outline next steps for both initiatives before adjourning.

• Car show prize budget planning
• Public art master plan project scope and timeline
• Public art master plan gaps and revisions
• Discussion of next steps for cultural projects

The Cultural Council met on August 14, 2025 via Zoom. The agenda covered car show planning, prize budget, and a public art master plan review. No votes, approvals, or formal actions were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review variance request AV25-0002 submitted by Kim Clark. The request seeks to reduce the rear‑yard setback from 20 feet to 11 feet on a 0.18‑acre Planned Unit Development parcel. The board will also approve the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes and consider revisions to the board’s rules of procedure.

• AV25-0002: Kim Clark requests a rear‑yard setback reduction from 20 ft to 11 ft on a 0.18‑acre PUD property
• Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting (Min 25-167)
• Pres 25-442: Revision of ZBOA Rules of Procedures for 2025

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on August 12, 2025 and approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. The board voted to grant a variance that reduces the rear‑yard setback from 20 feet to 11 feet for the property at 16764 E 105th Avenue. The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 PM.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5 ayes)
• Approved variance to reduce rear yard setback from 20 ft to 11 ft for 16764 E 105th Ave (5 ayes)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee, held online. Agenda items include status updates on a liability waiver, user agreement, and use policy, as well as discussions on a cart evaluation form, course signage and cost estimates, and access control costs. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no final decisions or dollar amounts noted.

• Status update: Liability waiver
• Status update: User agreement
• Discussion: Course signage and cost estimates
• Discussion: Access control and cost estimates
• Discussion/Decision: Next meeting day/time

City Council

The Commerce City Council will hold a preliminary session on the 2026 budget (Pres 25-188). Council members will discuss funding options for the North Range Substation, Buckley Park, and Chambers Road (Pres 25-076). A council work‑schedule review (25-209) will also be presented before adjournment.

• Pres 25-188 – 2026 Budget Preliminary Session #2
• Pres 25-076 – North Range Substation/Buckley Park/Chambers Road Funding Options Discussion
• 25-209 – Review of the Council Work Schedule
• Pres 25-430 – Growth in the Northern Range Follow‑Up (attachment)
• Council Communication presentations related to the above items

Youth Commission

This meeting of the Commerce City Youth Commission has been canceled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, and presentations. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting canceled

The Youth Commission meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025 was canceled. As a result, no agenda items were acted upon and no votes were taken. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to discuss the Land Development Code (Pres 25-427). No other substantive action items are listed on the agenda.

• Joint study session on the Land Development Code

The Planning Commission met on August 5, 2025 at the Council Chambers. The agenda included a joint study session on the Land Development Code (Pres 25-427). No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to review the Land Development Code under agenda item Pres 25-427. No formal action or vote will be taken during this meeting. The session includes a staff report and a presentation on the code. The public may attend in person at 7887 E. 60th Ave or virtually via the provided Zoom registration link.

• Joint Study Session on the Land Development Code (Pres 25-427)
• Staff Report on the Land Development Code
• Presentation on the Land Development Code
• No formal action will be taken
• Public participation in person or via Zoom

Veterans Commission

The Commerce City Veterans Commission will consider its budget and work plan for 2025. The meeting will also approve minutes from the July 1, 2025 session, allow a public comment period, and address any other business items.

• Approve minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Review and discuss the 2025 budget and work plan
• Consider any other business items raised by members

The Veterans Commission unanimously approved its meeting minutes. A motion to hold a planning meeting on October 4 at Buffalo Run was approved by all six members present. The commission also approved authorizing Commissioner Thomas to sign a letter of support to the school district. All votes were recorded as six ayes with no opposition.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved planning meeting on Oct 4 at Buffalo Run (6‑0)
• Authorized Commissioner Thomas to sign letter of support to school district (6‑0)

City Council

The council will hold a preliminary session to discuss the 2026 budget with department presentations. The consent agenda includes several budget amendments totaling over $16 million for road widening, a police substation, and other projects. Second reading of an ordinance appropriating $2.88 million for the Civic Center remodel will also be decided. A public hearing to determine eligibility for the Estrada Annexation is set.

• 2026 Budget Preliminary Session #1 with department presentations
• $4.99 million appropriation for Police Substation capital construction (Ord 2685)
• $5 million CDOT grant for widening of 88th Avenue (Ord 2691)
• $4.12 million for Chambers Road widening (Ord 2683)
• Estrada Annexation petition found substantially compliant, public hearing set (Res 2025-078)

The council approved several budget appropriations totaling $16,026,570 for road widening, police substation construction, highway median upgrades, and 88th Avenue widening. It also adopted a $3,000 sponsorship for the Community Uplift Partnership Gala, amended commission quorum rules, updated volunteer appointment procedures, and directed a staffing analysis for operating funding priorities.

• Approved $4,116,000 Chambers Road widening budget amendment (consent agenda)
• Approved $4,991,770 police substation capital construction budget amendment (consent agenda)
• Approved $1,918,800 Highway 2 median upgrades budget amendment (consent agenda)
• Approved $5,000,000 88th Avenue widening budget amendment (consent agenda)
• Approved $3,000 sponsorship for Community Uplift Partnership Gala (7-0)
• Amended senior and environmental commission quorum requirements (7-0)
• Amended volunteer appointment rescission process (8-0)
• Directed City Manager to analyze operating funding priorities (8-0)

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will open the meeting, conduct interviews, and adjourn. No policy decisions, ordinances, or contracts are on the agenda.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will hold an online meeting to review meeting notes and a sample draft pilot program outline. No formal decisions on specific projects, budgets, or ordinances are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comment and setting the next meeting date as the only actionable items.

• Discussion of sample draft pilot program outline
• Public comment period via Zoom
• Decision on next meeting date and time

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation is meeting to organize the logistics for its upcoming golf event, including silent auction starting bids, sponsorships, and volunteer coordination.

• Silent auction starting bids to be set
• Sponsorship opportunities to be discussed
• Volunteer coordination for the event
• Putting prizes to be finalized
• Ditty bag stuffing scheduled for Aug 12

The Quality Community Foundation meeting discussed silent auction updates, sponsor information, speakers, prizes, printed items, volunteers, and a ditty bag stuffing session. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The agenda was informational and procedural.

City Council

The council will present the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, including the audit opinion and management discussion. A presentation on growth and development in the Northern Range will be reviewed. Council staff will discuss the budget request for the upcoming fiscal year. The council will also review the work schedule.

• Pres 25-196 – Presentation of 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Pres 25-240 – Growth and Development in the Northern Range
• Pres 25-297 – Council Budget Request Discussion
• 25-201 – Review of the Work Schedule

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will meet virtually on July 26, 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, interviews, program updates, and adjournment. No specific decisions or actions are listed.

• Call To Order/Roll Call
• Interviews
• Program Updates
• Adjourn

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will discuss a draft pilot program that would permit the use of personal golf carts at Buffalo Run Golf Course. The meeting is held online via Zoom and includes a public comment period. The committee will also set the date and time for its next meeting.

• Draft pilot program to allow personal golf carts at Buffalo Run Golf Course

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will receive updates from the Crime Prevention Unit, including the Crime Tip of the Month. The board will also hear a Department/Chiefs update and a review of notable highlights and lowlights. No formal decisions or votes are indicated on the agenda.

• Crime Prevention Unit updates
• Crime Tip of the Month
• Department/Chiefs update
• Review of notable highlights and lowlights

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will meet to appoint a new chair and receive a budget update. Members will also review minutes from April, May, and June 2025 and receive sub-committee updates.

• Appointment of a new chair
• Budget update
• Review of April, May, and June 2025 meeting minutes
• Sub-committee updates

The commission unanimously approved three funding motions. It allocated $2,000 to a community garden at Lester Arnold High School, $500 to sponsor Cultivando’s Ecofiesta event, and $360 for a public recycling event. The minutes for April‑June 2025 and the appointment of a new chair were also approved.

• Approved $2,000 allocation to community garden project at Lester Arnold High School (11‑0)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Cultivando's Ecofiesta event (11‑0)
• Approved $360 allocation for a public recycling event (11‑0)
• Approved April‑June 2025 commission minutes (11‑0)
• Approved appointment of new chair (11‑0)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider several items, including an ordinance to amend the 2025 budget by recognizing an $8,000 Colorado Department of Transportation grant for DUI enforcement. The council will also receive a presentation on the Draft 2026‑2030 Capital Investment Program and vote on multiple resolutions covering public art, park contracts, and the Community Development Block Grant plan. A public hearing will be held on the 2025‑2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan, and the council will discuss signalization updates at Chambers Road intersections.

• Ordinance 2696 amending the 2025 budget to recognize an $8,000 CDOT grant for DUI enforcement
• Presentation on Draft 2026‑2030 Capital Investment Program (CIP) updates and project rankings
• Resolution 2025‑069 approving the 2025‑2029 five‑year Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan for the CDBG program
• Resolution 2025‑071 awarding a contract to Legacy Hospitality & Entertainment Group for a holiday market and ice rink
• Council Business item 25‑194 providing an update on signalization at Chambers Road intersections

The July 21, 2025 Commerce City Council meeting included a motion to approve the consent agenda, a proposed amendment to the 2025 budget for a Colorado DOT grant, a proclamation for Employee Appreciation Month, several resolutions for public‑art, park projects, and a holiday market, and a resolution adopting the 2025‑2029 CDBG five‑year plan. The minutes record that votes were taken, but no vote tallies or outcomes are listed.

• Motion to approve Consent Agenda (outcome not recorded)
• Proposed ordinance amending 2025 budget for $8,000 DOT grant (outcome not recorded)
• Proclamation declaring August 2025 Employee Appreciation Month (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution supporting public‑art installation for Calu Park (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution awarding holiday market and ice rink contract to Legacy Hospitality (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution awarding construction contract for Second Creek Farms Park to Colorado Designscapes (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution authorizing playground equipment contract for Second Creek Farm Park to Atoz Recreation (outcome not recorded)
• Resolution approving 2025‑2029 CDBG five‑year plan (outcome not recorded)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will meet to discuss unfinished business including marketing and a private golf cart update. The agenda includes awarding a contract for Second Creek Farm Park and updating the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approval of June 17, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on promoting marketing
• Private golf cart update
• Second Creek Farm Park contract award
• August meeting location selection

The commission approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted to form a subcommittee to review and develop a private golf cart pilot program. A motion to change the body’s name from "committee" to "commission" was also approved. The CIP update was tabled until the August meeting.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Created subcommittee to develop private golf cart pilot program (motion passed)
• Renamed body from "committee" to "commission" (motion passed)
• CIP update tabled to August meeting

Derby Review Board

This meeting of the Commerce City Derby Review Board has been canceled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, minutes, board/staff/attorney business). No discussions or decisions will occur.

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will approve the May 2025 meeting minutes and receive a monthly grants and finance update, including Covid overage and reception budgets. Subcommittees will report on music programming, public art projects, and community engagement activities. New business includes setting the date for the council's October retreat.

• Approval of May 2025 meeting minutes (Min 25-137)
• Grants & Finance monthly update – Covid overage & reception budgets
• Music in the Park subcommittee report – council attendance for 7/24
• Public Art subcommittee updates – Cocklebur & CALU Park, Belle Creek, Eagle Pointe
• New business – selection of October retreat date

The council met on July 15, 2025 and approved the May 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted; the group discussed grant funding, Music in the Park, public‑art projects, and an October retreat date, but those items were not decided. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations on fire suppression and development and impact fees. The body will also discuss topic priorities for the fourth quarter of 2025 and review the council work schedule.

• Presentation 25-241 regarding Fire Suppression and Ordinance 2480
• Presentation 25-247 regarding Development Fees and Impact Fees
• Presentation 25-032 on Q4 2025 Study Session Topic Priorities
• Review of work schedule for regular meetings and study sessions

City Council Legislative Committee

This is a working session of the City Council Legislative Committee. The committee will brainstorm key themes and priorities, draft focused questions, and assign edits. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Brainstorming round on key themes and priorities
• Drafting focused questions for upcoming work
• Final review and assignment of edits

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will consider approval of the June 25-136 meeting minutes, hear public comments, discuss nominating a senior project with Lizbeth and CWB, receive a budget report, and address new business items such as the recreation guide deadline. Additional agenda items include lunch & learn updates, dance planning, other business, and a city council update.

• Approval of June 25-136 meeting minutes
• Discussion: Nominate a Senior Project (Lizbeth with CWB)
• Budget Report
• New Business – Rec Guide Winter/Spring Deadline (Sept 5)
• City Council Update

The Senior Commission approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to revisit the senior project after the budget is clarified. The board approved a dance on Nov 14 (alternate Nov 7) at Bison Ridge Recreation Center with the theme “Dancing Through the Decades.” A recreation guide deadline was set for Sept 5.

• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Decided to revisit senior project after budget review (9-0)
• Approved dance at Bison Ridge Recreation Center on Nov 14 (alternate Nov 7) with theme “Dancing Through the Decades” (9-0)
• Set recreation guide winter/spring deadline for Sept 5 (no vote recorded)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the Commerce City Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple budget amendments for road projects, a police substation, and a community ice rink. They will also discuss a motion to evaluate development options for the 112th Avenue Corridor, hear updates on environmental policy and oil/gas, and hold an executive session on the municipal court judge's performance evaluation.

• Motion to evaluate development options for 112th Avenue Corridor
• Budget amendment for $4,991,770 police substation capital construction project
• Budget amendment for $5,000,000 88th Avenue widening from CDOT grant
• Budget amendment for $4,116,000 Chambers Road widening project
• Budget amendment for $99,000 community ice rink and holiday market

The council adopted several budget amendments that allocate millions of dollars to road widening, police substation construction, highway median upgrades, a community ice rink, and a Civic Center remodel. It also directed a study of development options for the 112th Avenue corridor and approved a $2,000 sponsorship for a health‑care breakfast. All actions were approved by vote.

• Approved Ord 2683 allocating $4,116,000 for Chambers Road widening (9‑0)
• Approved Ord 2685 allocating $4,991,770 for police substation construction (9‑0)
• Approved Ord 2687 allocating $1,918,800 for Highway 2 median upgrades (9‑0)
• Approved Ord 2689 allocating $99,000 for a community ice rink and holiday market (9‑0)
• Approved Ord 2691 allocating $5,000,000 for 88th Avenue widening (9‑0)
• Approved Ord 2686 allocating $2,880,280.20 for Civic Center remodel (6‑3)
• Directed City Manager to evaluate development options for 112th Avenue corridor (9‑0)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Kids First Health Care Annual Breakfast (9‑0)

Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority will consider Resolution URA 2025-005, which authorizes and approves the reinstatement and third amendment to the purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for a retail development at the former Mile High Greyhound Park. The meeting also includes routine items such as a call to order, approval of the March 3, 2025 minutes, and adjournment.

• Resolution URA 2025-005 – approval of third amendment to purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for retail development at former Mile High Greyhound Park
• Approval of minutes from the March 3, 2025 Urban Renewal Authority meeting

The Urban Renewal Authority approved the minutes from its March 3, 2025 meeting by a vote of 11-0. It also approved a resolution reinstating and amending the purchase and sale agreement with DPC Companies for a retail development at the former Mile High Greyhound Park, also by a vote of 11-0.

• Approved March 3, 2025 URA minutes (11-0)
• Approved reinstatement and third amendment to purchase agreement with DPC Companies for former Mile High Greyhound Park retail development (11-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate.

The Commerce City Youth Commission meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025 was cancelled. Because the meeting did not occur, no agenda items were discussed, approved, denied, or tabled. No decisions or votes were recorded.

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will consider approving a letter to the school board and discuss its 2025 budget and work plan. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Approval of letter to school board
• 2025 budget and work plan discussion

The Veterans Commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to move the discussion of a letter to the school board to the October meeting. It also approved ordering all swag except water bottles and postponed pricing a tent until next month, pending available funds for Veterans Day.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed letter to school board discussion to October meeting (6-0)
• Approved ordering swag except water bottles; tent discussion postponed (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Nexus North at DIA PUD Zone Document (No. 3) to allow warehouse and distribution land uses and reduce the maximum front yard setback for planning area 3. The subject property is located at 17010 East 88th Avenue. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and routine business.

• Public hearing on PUDA 25-0002: Becknell Industrial requests amendment to allow warehouse/distribution uses and reduce front yard setback at 17010 East 88th Ave.

The commission approved the May 6, 2025 Planning Commission minutes with a unanimous vote. It entered a finding that the PUD amendment for 17010 East 88th Avenue meets land‑development criteria and recommended City Council approval, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 6, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (5‑0)
• Entered finding recommending City Council approve PUD amendment for 17010 East 88th Avenue (5‑0)

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will hear updates from the Crime Prevention Unit and the Police Department Chief. Topics include a tip of the month, Neighborhood Watch groups, department reorganization, recruiting, crime statistics, and the Real-time Crime Center. The board will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and introduce new board member Jeff Turner. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Crime Prevention Unit tip of the month
• Neighborhood Watch Groups update
• Police department reorganization update
• Real-time Crime Center update
• Introduction of new board member Jeff Turner

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission will review the Project Accelerator Phase 3 Residential NFT Roadmap and the final presentation, as well as elect a new chair. The meeting will also include a budget update and sub-committee reports.

• Review Project Accelerator Phase 3 Residential NFT Roadmap
• Review Project Accelerator Final Presentation
• Review May meeting minutes (Min 25-134)
• Budget update
• New Chair election

The June 26, 2025 meeting began with roll call and noted three members absent. The May minutes were postponed to the next meeting. The commission received updates on the Project Accelerator, a budget update, and sub‑committee plans, but no actions were approved, denied, or voted on. The meeting adjourned at 6:17 PM.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will vote on May meeting minutes, receive subcommittee reports on upcoming proclamations and events, and discuss changing the monthly meeting time and canceling the July meeting. Public comment and icebreaker for a new member are also on the agenda.

• Approval of May meeting minutes (Min 25-128)
• Juneteenth debrief and future dreaming under Signature Events
• SOAR & Backpack Giveaway details under Recruitment & Engagement
• Discussion of changing monthly meeting time and no July meeting
• Hispanic Heritage Table planning

The commission set a date for a backpack‑stuffing event on Monday, July 7 and will email members for availability. It confirmed that there will be no July meeting and that the August meeting will be in person, with elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The plan to change the monthly meeting time was postponed to the next meeting, and the Hispanic Heritage proclamation was moved off the agenda. Additional actions include sending a resignation‑encouragement email and staff meeting with the subcommittee to plan the Hispanic Heritage table.

• Scheduled backpack‑stuffing event for Monday, July 7
• Confirmed no July meeting will be held
• Set August meeting to be in person with Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Postponed discussion on changing the monthly meeting time to the next meeting
• Moved the Hispanic Heritage proclamation off the agenda
• Iona will email Marco and America encouraging them to resign
• Staff will meet with subcommittee to decide items for the Hispanic Heritage table

City Council

This is a study session, so no votes are expected. Council will receive a presentation on private golf cart use and a status update on the 64th Avenue Corridor Study, including a proposed intergovernmental agreement with CDOT. They will also review the upcoming work schedule.

• Private Golf Cart Presentation (Pres 25-206)
• 64th Avenue Corridor Study Status Update (Pres 25-225) with CDOT Intergovernmental Agreement
• Review of work schedule for regular meetings and study sessions

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Commerce City Council Policy and Governance Committee. The agenda includes discussions on legislative committee roles, land acknowledgments, staff-requested council consensus, and council-manager language. No specific policy decisions or financial items are listed.

• Discussion of Legislative Committee role and responsibility
• Land acknowledgment item
• Staff-requested City Council consensus or direction at Study Sessions
• Council-Manager language discussion

Youth Commission

The June 19, 2025 meeting of the Commerce City Youth Commission has been canceled. No business was conducted.

The Youth Commission meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will discuss and review fees and charges for city parks, recreation facilities, and golf operations as unfinished business. New business includes a plan to transition the department guide to a digital format by summer 2026, an update on the golf clubhouse renovation project, and a discussion of the committee's charter and bylaws. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Fees & Charges Review for parks, recreation, and golf
• Golf Clubhouse Renovation Project Update
• Charter & Bylaws Discussion for the committee
• Department Guide transitioning to a digital guide by summer 2026
• Public comment opportunity in-person and via Zoom

The commission approved several fee changes, including raising the senior recreation center fee to $140 while preserving a $12 rate for continuously active seniors, and adopting a 35% golf fee increase with a 30% resident discount. It also approved studies for a waterwise demonstration garden and indoor playground feasibility, created reserved active‑adult parking spots, and noted the waste‑services contract awarded to Republic Services with an electric‑vehicle requirement and council appointments to the EPIC commission.

• Adjusted federal senior age standard to 65 (motion passed)
• Raised annual senior recreation center fee to $140 (motion passed)
• Retained $12 annual rate for continuously active senior members (motion passed)
• Approved 35% golf fee increase with 30% resident discount (motion passed)
• Approved study of waterwise demonstration garden at both recreation centers (motion passed)
• Approved creation of 4–5 reserved active‑adult parking spots at Bison Ridge (motion passed)
• Approved feasibility study for indoor playgrounds within city limits (motion passed)
• Waste‑services contract awarded to Republic Services with electric‑vehicle requirement (motion passed)

Derby Review Board

This meeting of the Derby Review Board has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation is holding a study session focused on golf event planning. The meeting will include a review of sponsors and silent auction donations. No decisions or specific dollar amounts are listed; the agenda is primarily administrative.

• Review of sponsors for the golf event
• Discussion of silent auction donations
• Study session format, no formal votes expected

The Quality Community Foundation meeting scheduled for June 17, 2025 was canceled. Because the meeting did not occur, none of the agenda items—review of sponsors, silent auction donations, or any other business—were acted upon. No votes or approvals were recorded.

City Council

Commerce City Council will vote on several budget amendments and a school fee disbursement. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the Ackard Annexation and consider a refuse collection contract.

• Resolution 2025-090: $1,600,000 disbursement for Rocky Vista High School at 96th Avenue and Reunion Parkway
• Ord 2675: $720,000 grant for bridge rehabilitation at Tower Road and Third Creek
• Ord 2678: $300,000 grant for wildland fire mitigation
• Res 2025-050: Public hearing for annexation of property at E 112th Ave and Himalaya Rd
• Res 2025-089: Contract award for refuse collection services to Republic Services, Inc.

The council approved a $1,600,000 disbursement to the 27J School District for Rocky Vista High School construction. It also adopted an annexation eligibility resolution for property at E 112th Ave and Himalaya Rd, and awarded a refuse‑collection contract to Republic Services, Inc. Several budget amendment ordinances and proclamations were adopted, and sponsorships for community events were approved.

• Approved $1,600,000 school district funding for Rocky Vista High School (Resolution 2025-090)
• Adopted annexation eligibility resolution for E 112th Ave & Himalaya Rd (Resolution 2025-050) – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved contract award for refuse collection services to Republic Services, Inc. (Resolution 2025-089) – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved budget amendment ordinances for bridge grant $720,000, fire mitigation $300,000, grant re‑appropriation $444,136.72, and youth activities $16,430.19 – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved Juneteenth proclamation (Proc 25-020) – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation (Proc 25-022) – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved $3,000 sponsorship of Adams County Fair (25-174) – 8 aye, 1 excused
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship of Night on the Greenway event (25-175) – 8 aye, 1 excused

City Council Retreat Planning Committee

The City Council Retreat Planning Committee will meet to discuss facilitation of the Capital Investment Program (CIP) updates and a draft 2026-2030 CIP presentation scheduled for July 21, 2025. No votes or decisions are expected; this is a planning discussion only.

• Discussion of facilitation for the CIP updates and draft 2026-2030 CIP presentation on July 21

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss updates on a Senior Resource Fair and a Lunch & Learn program. The agenda also includes a review of rec center data and a report from the City Council.

• Approval of May 2025 meeting minutes
• Senior Resource Fair debrief
• Lunch & Learn program updates
• Rec Center data review
• City Council update

The Senior Commission unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed the Senior Resource Fair and upcoming activities. They decided to schedule another "Dance through the Decades" event. No other motions were voted on.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved planning of Dance through the Decades event (decision)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request by Kim Clark to reduce the required rear yard setback from 20 feet to 11 feet for an existing patio cover on a 0.18-acre property zoned Planned Unit Development. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and routine procedural items.

• Variance request AV25-0002 to reduce rear yard setback from 20 ft to 11 ft for an existing patio cover on 0.18-acre PUD-zoned property
• Public hearing on the variance application

The board approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It voted to continue the variance request AV25-0002 to the next regular meeting on July 8, also by a 4‑0 vote. The board directed city staff to draft updated Rules of Procedure for future review.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Continued variance case AV25-0002 to July 8 meeting (4‑0)
• Directed staff to provide updated draft of Rules of Procedure

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates from Cook Street Consulting and Mission Square. No specific proposals, votes, or financial figures are listed on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Update from Cook Street Consulting (pension consultant)
• Update from Mission Square (pension administrator)
• New business discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a joint study session with the Planning Commission to discuss the Land Development Code. They will also receive a presentation on the Derby Strategic Approach and review the work schedule. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Joint study session with Planning Commission on Land Development Code (Pres 25-140)
• Presentation on Derby Strategic Approach including district and market slides (Pres 25-216)
• Review of council work schedule

Youth Commission

The Commerce City Youth Commission will review unfinished business items, including Graduated Seniors and a Town Hall. It will also discuss new volunteer events. The meeting includes approval of the May 15, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• Approval of May 15, 2025 Youth Commission minutes
• Discussion of Graduated Seniors
• Discussion of Town Hall
• Planning of Upcoming Volunteer Events
• Public comment period

The Youth Commission meeting scheduled for June 5, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were acted upon, and no decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will approve minutes from the May 6 meeting and consider approving a letter to the school board. They will also discuss the budget and work plan for 2025. Public comment is scheduled for items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 6 meeting
• Approval of letter to school board
• Discussion of 2025 budget and work plan
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation's Golf Planning Committee is meeting to finalize details for an upcoming golf event. The agenda includes reviewing sponsor and silent auction lists, event schedule, and awards needs. This is a planning session with no formal votes or public hearings.

• Review of sponsor list for the golf event
• Review of silent auction list
• Event schedule discussion
• Awards needs planning

The Quality Community Foundation Golf Planning Committee met on June 3, 2025 via Zoom. The agenda items reviewed included sponsor list, silent auction list, event schedule, awards needs, and other business. No votes or formal decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025 was cancelled. Because the meeting did not occur, no cases, reports, or decisions were considered. The agenda listed only standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a rezoning of two properties from single-family attached residential (R-2) to medium intensity industrial (I-2). Also on the agenda are budget amendments for a CDOT grant of $10,560 and a $99,000 appropriation for a community ice rink and holiday market. The council will also discuss a gas station moratorium and appoint liaisons to the Environmental Policy & Innovation committee.

• Rezoning of 6925 & 6981 East 54th Place from R-2 to I-2
• Ordinance amending 2025 budget for CDOT Click It or Ticket grant ($10,560)
• Ordinance appropriating $99,000 for community ice rink and holiday market
• Appointment of two council members as liaisons to EPIC
• Discussion of gas station moratorium

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, a zoning change, and funding for a community ice rink. Council Member Chacon was appointed to the Environmental Policy & Innovation Commission, and a temporary continuation of a commission appointment was authorized. The Council also directed the City Manager to study a traffic light at 117th & Chambers Rd, increased enforcement of the camping ban, condemned the Boulder terrorist attack, and adopted a land acknowledgement for meetings.

• Approved consent agenda (8-0)
• Appointed Council Member Chacon to EPIC Commission (5-3)
• Continued EPIC commission appointment to June 16 (6-2)
• Directed City Manager to study traffic light at 117th & Chambers Rd (8-0)
• Directed staff to increase enforcement of camping ban (8-0)
• Condemned Boulder terrorist attack (8-0)
• Approved land acknowledgement for regular meetings (6-2)
• Referred land acknowledgement to Policy and Governance Commission (6-2)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will review subcommittee reports and plan upcoming events. The body is discussing final details for Juneteenth and volunteer events scheduled for July 26.

• Juneteenth final details
• July 26 volunteer events
• Council Report: Proclamation Update
• Upcoming legislation review
• Approval of April meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the April 2025 meeting minutes. The next commission meeting was scheduled for June 25, 2025, to be held in person. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 25, 2025, in person

Marijuana Licensing Authority

The Commerce City Marijuana Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider an application from QCI Labs to report changes to its facility at 5303 Vasquez Blvd. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom.

• Public Hearing: QCI Labs Report of Changes Application
• Location: 5303 Vasquez Blvd, Unit 102, Commerce City, CO 80022
• Meeting format: Virtual via Zoom
• Contact: City Clerk at 303-289-3611 for ADA accommodations

Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission

The commission will meet to appoint a new chair and review the budget. Members will also begin creating a yearly update presentation.

• Election of a new chair
• Budget update
• Creation of yearly update presentation
• Review of April minutes

The Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission held a regular meeting on May 22, 2025. No substantive decisions were made; agenda items on reviewing April minutes, selecting a new chair, and creating a yearly update presentation were each moved to the next meeting. The group received a budget update and shared miscellaneous announcements.

• Review April minutes – postponed to next meeting
• New chair selection – postponed to next meeting
• Yearly update presentation creation – postponed to next meeting

Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board will receive updates on crime prevention, police department matters, and a reorganization. They will discuss enhancements to police pursuits involving drones, electronic stop sticks, and GPS darts. The board will also hear about the Police Week BBQ, neighborhood watch groups, and expenditures to date.

• Enhancement to pursuits: drones, electronic stop sticks, GPS darts
• Police Week BBQ
• Reorganization update
• Expenditures and encumbrances to date
• Crime Prevention Unit updates

The Citizens Public Safety Advisory Board met on May 22, 2025 and approved the prior meeting minutes with five votes in favor and none against. The board received updates on the Crime Prevention Unit, the Real‑Time Crime Center, a temporary substation, K9 training, and upcoming projects. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Golf Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Golf Advisory Committee will review proposed fees and charges for facilities, discuss updates to park policies following City Council direction, and explore ways to improve website engagement and marketing. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and coverage of upcoming events.

• Fees & Charges Review
• Update on Park Policies City Council Discussion
• Website Engagement and Feedback
• How PRGAC can Promote Marketing
• Upcoming Events Table Coverage

The committee approved the April 15 minutes with an amendment noting Oz Flores was absent. Members voted to raise golf fees to achieve an 80% cost‑recovery target and to move forward with a proposed increase in recreation fees while revisiting senior membership rates. A discussion item on marketing was tabled for a future agenda.

• Approved April 15 minutes (motion passed)
• Increased golf fees to meet 80% cost‑recovery goal (motion passed)
• Moved forward with proposed recreation fee increase and to revisit senior membership rate (motion passed)
• Tabled marketing promotion discussion to June or July agenda (motion passed)
• Staff to send SignUpGenius link for members to indicate event availability (action assigned)

Cultural Council

The Cultural Council will hear a presentation on public art for the Belle Creek Neighborhood and receive subcommittee recommendations for art at Cocklebur and CALU parks. They will also discuss planning for a Juneteenth spades tournament and finalizing fan art for Music in the Park. The council will review a grants and finance update and approve April meeting minutes.

• Presentation by Eric Darst for Belle Creek Neighborhood Public Art
• Subcommittee recommendations for public art at Cocklebur and CALU Parks
• Juneteenth Spades tournament facilitation planning
• Finalizing Fan Art for Music in the Park
• Grants & Finance Monthly Update

The Cultural Council approved the April 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They approved a $600 grant for wood carvings at the Belle Creek neighborhood public art project, also unanimously. The council unanimously approved design recommendations for the Cocklebur project (Rob Bell) and the CALU Park project (Marco Garcia). They cancelled the June meeting and will hold a virtual meeting in July, again unanimously.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $600 grant for Belle Creek wood carvings (unanimous)
• Approved Rob Bell's design for Cocklebur project (unanimous)
• Approved Marco Garcia's design for CALU Park project (unanimous)
• Cancelled June meeting; will meet virtually in July (unanimous)

City Council

The Commerce City Council will consider approving budget amendments totaling over $1.4 million, including grants for bridge rehabilitation and wildfire mitigation. The body will also vote on a new city ethics code and amendments to council policies regarding conduct and complaints.

• Ordinance 2675: Recognizes $720,000 grant for Tower Road and Third Creek bridge rehabilitation
• Ordinance 2678: Recognizes $300,000 grant for wildland fire mitigation
• Ordinance 2679: Re-appropriates $444,136.72 in remaining donations and grants
• Ordinance 2672: Repeals sections of the municipal code to consolidate a new city ethics code
• Resolution 2025-056: Amends city fees for metropolitan districts

The council approved several budget amendments, including a $720,000 grant for the Tower Road and Third Creek bridge rehabilitation, a $300,000 grant for wildfire mitigation, and a $444,136.72 reallocation of remaining grant balances. It also approved a $16,430.19 fund shift for youth activities, a lease for mobile speed units, and a proclamation declaring June 2025 LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Resolutions were adopted for the E‑120th Avenue/US‑85 interchange project and for amending the city’s annual concrete flatwork contract.

• Approved $720,000 bridge rehab grant (Ordinance 2675) – vote 7‑0
• Approved $300,000 wildfire mitigation grant (Ordinance 2678) – vote 7‑0
• Approved $444,136.72 reappropriation of grant balances (Ordinance 2679) – vote 7‑0
• Approved $16,430.19 youth‑activities fund reallocation (Ordinance 2680) – vote 7‑0
• Approved lease of mobile speed units with American Traffic Solutions (Ordinance 2681) – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Proclamation 25‑021 declaring June 2025 LGBTQIA+ Pride Month – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑052 for professional services on E‑120th Ave/US‑85 interchange – vote 7‑0
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑055 amending construction contract with Gold Star Concrete – vote 7‑0

City Council Legislative Committee

This is a routine weekly meeting of the Commerce City Council Legislative Committee. The agenda includes a bill tracker summary and council Q&A, but no specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

• Bill Tracker Summary – review of pending state or local legislation

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to address unfinished business and updates. The body is discussing scheduling for summer meetings and finalizing dates for a Town Hall.

• Town Hall final dates
• NLC Application
• Subcommittee discussion and time change
• Summer meetings
• Volunteer events

The commission considered several motions, including approval of the May 1 and May 15 meeting minutes, a change to subcommittee discussion times, and scheduling summer meetings. No vote tallies or outcomes were recorded for any of these motions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Motion to approve May 1 and May 15 minutes presented; outcome not recorded
• Motion to change subcommittee discussion time presented; outcome not recorded
• Motion to schedule summer meetings presented; outcome not recorded
• Town Hall final dates discussed; no motion recorded
• Volunteer events update provided; no decision recorded

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation board will meet to address the silent auction process. The meeting includes a call to order, discussion of the auction process, and adjournment. No other agenda items are listed.

• Silent auction process discussion

The Quality Community Foundation meeting on May 13, 2025 opened with a call to order and roll call. The board discussed the silent auction process. The meeting was then adjourned. No approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at 7887 E. 60th Ave. in Commerce City.

City Council

This is a study session with no final votes. Council will hear presentations on shopping cart enforcement, a park curfew, preparation for the ICSC conference, the first-quarter 2025 financial report, and potential changes to meeting dates. The session concludes with a review of the work schedule.

• Shopping Cart Follow Up presentation
• Park Curfew presentation
• ICSC Prep Discussion
• 1st Quarter 2025 Financial Report presentation
• City Council Meeting Date Discussion

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

The Commerce City City Council Boards & Commissions Committee will meet virtually on May 12, 2025. The agenda consists of a call to order and roll call, a period for interviews, and an adjournment. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Call to Order/Roll Call
• Interviews
• Adjourn

City Council

This is a special meeting consisting solely of an executive session closed to the public. The council will receive legal advice and develop negotiation strategy regarding existing agreements with Kroenke Soccer Stadium, LLC. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on agreements with Kroenke Soccer Stadium, LLC
• Executive session under C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(e) for negotiation strategy regarding the same agreements

City Council Policy and Governance Committee

The City Council Policy and Governance Committee will meet virtually to discuss revisions to two city policies — CP-14 and CP-25 — contingent on adoption of an Ethics Code. No further details on the proposed changes are provided in the agenda. The meeting includes only procedural items and these two conditional revisions.

• Revision of Policy CP-14 (conditional on Ethics Code adoption)
• Revision of Policy CP-25 (conditional on Ethics Code adoption)
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom with registration required

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will consider approval of April meeting minutes, receive public comment, and discuss resignations and elections. They will also debrief a Lunch & Learn event, provide updates on the Senior Resource Fair, and plan for Memorial Day activities. Other business includes an event banner budget and preparation for the ACAN Fair. The city council update notes an annual update in July.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Resignations & elections
• Lunch & Learn debrief
• Senior Resource Fair updates
• Memorial Day planning

The commission unanimously approved the April 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted unanimously to appoint Mary Kay Natho as Vice Chair. The board also unanimously approved the purchase of two event banners for upcoming senior events.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Mary Kay Natho as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2 event banners (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commerce City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approving two final plat amendments from Oakwood Homes for the Reunion Center subdivision. Amendment No. 1 would create 84 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, and 16 tracts on 35.55 acres between East 104th Avenue, Homestead Trail, Walden Street, and Tower Road. Amendment No. 2 would create 106 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, and 11 tracts on 15.25 acres between East 104th Avenue, Homestead Trail, Walden Street, and Yampa Street. Both properties are zoned Planned Unit Development (PUD).

• Approval of Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment No. 1 final plat: 84 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, 16 tracts
• Approval of Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment No. 2 final plat: 106 residential lots, 5 commercial lots, 11 tracts
• Properties located between East 104th Avenue and Homestead Trail, zoned PUD
• Public hearing on both plat amendments
• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2025 meeting

The Planning Commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved motions to continue the public hearings for Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment 1 and Filing No. 1 Amendment 2 to the next regular meeting on June 3, each passing 5‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved continuance of Reunion Center Amendment No. 1 plat to June 3 (5-0)
• Approved continuance of Reunion Center Amendment No. 2 plat to June 3 (5-0)

Veterans Commission

The Veterans Commission will meet to discuss several community initiatives and updates. The agenda includes a town hall with the Youth Commission and coordination for a Juneteenth celebration.

• Youth Commission Town Hall
• Promotional Materials Update
• Juneteenth Celebration
• Letter to School Board/JROTC
• VFW Break-In and VFW Memorial

Quality Community Foundation

The Quality Community Foundation is holding a special meeting to plan the Curt Holland Golf event. Items include deciding on a ditty bag color, planning team registration, reviewing sponsors and silent auction items, and setting putting prizes. The meeting is primarily procedural logistics for the golf tournament.

• Discussion of ditty bag color
• Team registration planning
• Review of sponsors and silent auction items
• Putting prizes

The board chose a gray grocery bag from 4imprint for the ditty bags. They opened registration for 4 teams for Amanda and 2 for PD, with 16 teams to be purchasable on May 22. Plans were made to add sponsor contributions to a master spreadsheet, create a Stripe account for 32auctions, and add a Square option for silent‑auction items. Natural Grocers will donate snack packs and fruit for the bags, and the next meeting is scheduled for June 3.

• Approved gray grocery bag from 4imprint for ditty bags
• Opened registration for 4 Amanda teams and 2 PD teams; 16 teams to be on sale May 22
• Committed to continue adding sponsor contributions to master spreadsheet
• Val to set up Stripe account for 32auctions and Square option for silent auction
• AJ, Amanda, and Melissa to organize prizes closer to the event
• Accepted Natural Grocers donation of 75 snack packs and 130 fruit pieces

City Council

Commerce City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning two properties to a medium intensity industrial district. The body is also deciding on budget amendments for highway safety and traffic grants, as well as the establishment of an environmental commission.

• Rezoning of 6925 & 6981 East 54th Place from R-2 to I-2 (Medium Intensity Industrial District)
• Budget amendment of $1,367,100 for pedestrian signal and regulatory sign upgrades
• Budget amendment of $10,560 for the 'Click It or Ticket' grant
• Ordinance to establish the Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the Ackard Annexation (Case AN25-0001)

The council approved Ordinance 2676 establishing the Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission with a 6‑1‑2 vote. It also approved the zoning change Z24‑0006, modernized the economic incentives policy, and adopted a Metro‑Area Neighborhood Tour program, each passing unanimously. A $1,500 sponsorship for the Rotary Club’s Sporting Clays Invitational and several proclamations were approved. The motion to streamline proclamation handling was rejected.

• Approved Ordinance 2676 establishing Environmental Policy and Innovation Commission (6-1-2)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance Z24-0006 rezoning to Medium‑Intensity Industrial (7-0-2)
• Approved modernization of Economic Incentives Policy (7-0-2)
• Approved Metro‑Area Neighborhood Tour program (7-0-2)
• Approved $1,500 Rotary Club Sporting Clays sponsorship (7-0-2)
• Approved Public Works Week proclamation (7-0-2)
• Rejected motion to move proclamation process to study session (3-4-2)
• Approved consent agenda amendment removing Proclamations 25-018 and 25-019 (7-0-2)

City Council Legislative Committee

The Commerce City City Council Legislative Committee will meet on May 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, weekly meeting format, agenda outline, meeting recap, bill tracker summary, council Q&A, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review its budget and discuss subcommittee activities. The agenda includes planning for a KSA/Town Hall and workshop breakouts. Members will also discuss upcoming volunteer events.

• Budget review
• KSA/Town Hall discussion
• Workshops Breakout planning
• Upcoming volunteer events

The Youth Commission approved the meeting minutes, with Commissioners April and Robert Grandinetti signing off. The commission also approved a substitution of a Town Hall meeting in place of a KSA, approved by Commissioners Christopher Suazo and Travis Watkins. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (Commissioners April and Robert Grandinetti)
• Approved Town Hall substitution for KSA (Commissioners Christopher Suazo and Travis Watkins)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission will hear public comment, approve March meeting minutes, and review updated bylaws. Subcommittees will report on the DEI Annual Update scheduled for June 16, an upcoming PRIDE proclamation on May 19, an AAPI movie event, and Juneteenth preparations. The commission will also discuss distribution of shirts, nametags, and business cards, and set the agenda for May.

• Review of Commission Bylaws (amended 8.28.24)
• Council Report on DEI Annual Update scheduled for 6/16
• Upcoming PRIDE proclamation on 5/19
• AAPI movie event and Juneteenth update from Signature Events subcommittee
• Distribution of shirts, nametags, and business cards

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission approved the March meeting minutes and the edited bylaws, both unanimously. It voted to raise the Juneteenth performer fee to $300 and decided not to attend the Memorial Day event. Iona Longsoldier will present the DEI annual update to City Council on June 16.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved edited commission bylaws (unanimous)
• Increased Juneteenth performer fee to $300
• Decided not to attend Memorial Day event
• Iona Longsoldier to present DEI annual update to City Council on 6/16
• Commission members to attend PRIDE event on 5/18
• Staff to purchase swag (bags, coloring books, paper fans, t‑shirts) for Juneteenth
• Registration for spades tournament to open soon, closing 6/12

City Council

This is a joint meeting between Commerce City Council and the 27J School District. Both entities will provide updates on their respective operations and initiatives. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• 27J Schools Update
• City of Commerce City Update

City Council

This is a study session with no voting items. Council will receive presentations on the Youth Commission annual report, PRG Advisory Committee update, CIRSA training, E3 Q1 update, Transportation Master Plan update, and Q3 2025 study session topic priorities. Council reports and a review of the work schedule are also on the agenda.

• Youth Commission Annual Report presentation
• Transportation Master Plan Update presentation
• E3 Q1 Update presentation
• CIRSA Training presentation
• PRG Advisory Committee Annual Update

City Council Legislative Committee

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee will review the weekly meeting format, agenda outline, recap, and bill tracker summary.

City Council Boards & Commissions Committee

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

• Interviews