Elizabeth public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss potential updates to the town code. No specific changes are listed; the agenda indicates only a general discussion of code updates.

• Workshop on code updates

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Town Hall. The board will discuss and possibly act on reappointing Lynn Mitchell and Jacque Hansen-Hallett to the Historic Advisory Board, and will discuss a Community Development EHS Intern Community Survey. The agenda also includes consent agenda minutes, management monitoring reports, board reports, and a student liaison report.

• Reappointment of Lynn Mitchell and Jacque Hansen-Hallett to Historic Advisory Board, terms through 12/31/2026
• Discussion on Community Development EHS Intern Community Survey
• Consent agenda: minutes of November 28, 2023 regular meeting
• Managers' reports and board reports
• Student liaison report by Shaye Lovato

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and reappointed Lynn Mitchell and Jacque Hansen-Hallett to the Historic Advisory Board with terms through December 31, 2026. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of staff reports and discussions on community events, grants, and departmental updates.

• Approved consent agenda including November 28, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Reappointed Lynn Mitchell and Jacque Hansen-Hallett to Historic Advisory Board through 12/31/2026 (7-0)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Elizabeth Main Street Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving November minutes, and will discuss the DOLA Main Street virtual annual visit, winter banners, and the Locable platform. No major decisions are listed, and the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approval of November 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of DOLA Main Street virtual annual visit
• Discussion and possible action on Main Street winter banners
• Discussion regarding Locable

The Main Street Board of Directors approved allocating $2,200 from the 2023 budget for new holiday banners on Main Street. The board also approved the November 13, 2023 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on various projects, and the board gave direction on the Locable service.

• Approved $2,200 for Main Street winter banners (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for December 5, 2023, has been cancelled.

Historic Advisory Board

The Historic Advisory Board will meet to review the 2024 proposed budget and workplan. The board will also consider the 2024 meeting schedule and discuss an oral history collection website.

• 2024 Proposed Budget and Workplan
• 2024 Meeting Schedule
• Oral History Collection Website

The Historic Advisory Board unanimously approved the 2024 meeting schedule and the 2024 proposed budget and workplan. The board also discussed the oral history collection website and directed staff to bring back more information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including November 6 and November 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 proposed budget and workplan (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back more information on oral history collection website

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees meets to discuss and possibly act on the 2024 town budget, a rezoning sketch plan for Walnut Grove, a license for Elizabeth Brewing Company’s Friday Night Market, a Main Street monument sign, and an audit services agreement. The board will also consider a mill levy and an employment agreement amendment.

• Vote on 2024 Town of Elizabeth budget (Resolution 23R44)
• Discuss and vote on Walnut Grove sketch plan (Resolution 24R41) at Southeast Corner of South Elbert Street and Walnut Street
• Possible action on Elizabeth Brewing Company’s 2024 Friday Night Market license agreement (Resolution 23R42) at Running Creek Park
• Discuss and vote on Main Street monument sign project
• Adopt 2024 mill levy (Resolution 23R46) and appropriate funds (Resolution 23R45)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2023, was cancelled.

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on allocating funds for land records related to the Local Historic Register. The agenda includes only this new business item, with no other substantive topics listed.

• Discussion and possible action on allocating funds for land records for the Local Historic Register

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and discuss direction for the proposed 2024 budget. The meeting includes discussions on broadband deployment and town capital improvements.

• Public hearing on Proposed 2024 Budget
• Resolution 23R40: agreement with Maverix Broadband for fiber optic and wireless network deployment
• DOLA Main Street Live Grant
• Appointment of Lynn Mitchell to the Historic Advisory Board
• Appointment of Jim Santangelo to the Planning Commission

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 23R40, an agreement with Maverix Broadband for fiber optic and wireless network deployment. It also approved the Town's application for a DOLA Main Street Live Grant, committing up to $1 million in local match for the Main Street Streetscape project. Two appointments were made: Lynn Mitchell to the Historic Advisory Board and Jim Santangelo to the Planning Commission. The 2024 budget was discussed but no formal action was taken.

• Approved Resolution 23R40, agreement with Maverix Broadband for fiber optic and wireless network deployment (5-0)
• Approved DOLA Main Street Live Grant application with up to $1M local match commitment (5-0)
• Appointed Lynn Mitchell to Historic Advisory Board, term through 12/31/2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Jim Santangelo to Planning Commission, term through 12/31/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted consent agenda including October 24, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to review and potentially act on the 2024 workplan, budget, and meeting schedule. The board will also discuss a networking event, monument sign or arch options, and a draft for the Elizabeth Façade Grant Program.

• 2024 Workplan and Budget
• 2024 Schedule
• Main Street Monument Sign/Arch Options
• Draft Elizabeth Façade Grant Program
• Main Street Networking Event date

The Board approved its 2024 workplan, budget, and meeting schedule. It also recommended a specific monument sign option and a draft facade grant program to the Board of Trustees.

• Approved MSBOD 2024 Workplan and Budget (unanimous)
• Approved MSBOD 2024 Schedule (unanimous)
• Recommended the 34 sign option with changes to the Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Recommended the draft Elizabeth Facade Grant Program to the Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation for the Walnut Grove sketch and preliminary plans. The body will also elect a 2023 Chair and potentially a Vice Chair. A Municipal Code discussion and workshop is scheduled to follow the meeting.

• Public hearing for Walnut Grove Sketch and Preliminary Plans at the SE corner of Walnut Street and S Elbert Street
• Possible action on recommendation for approval for the SE corner of E Walnut St and S Elbert St
• Election of 2023 Chair and possible election of 2023 Vice Chair

The Elizabeth Planning Commission recommended approval of the Walnut Grove Sketch Plan and Preliminary Plans for the SE corner of E Walnut St and S Elbert St to the Board of Trustees, with a 4-1 vote. The commission also appointed George Fick as Chair for the remainder of 2023 and approved the consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Walnut Grove Sketch Plan and Preliminary Plans (4-1)
• Appointed George Fick as Chair for remainder of 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including draft guidelines for the 2024 Façade Grant Program, plaques, promotional items, the 2024 meeting schedule, and the proposed 2024 budget and workplan. They will also consider a candidate for the board and review the October minutes.

• Discussion of draft guidelines for the 2024 Town of Elizabeth Façade Grant Program
• Discussion and possible action on plaques
• Discussion and possible action on promotional swag items
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 meeting schedule
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 proposed budget and workplan

The Historic Advisory Board approved allocating $6,000 for the plaque program and $2,500 for promotional t-shirts and mugs, both unanimously. They also approved the 2024 meeting schedule and discussed the draft Facade Grant Program guidelines, but no formal action was taken on the guidelines. The board heard from a candidate for membership and received staff and board reports.

• Approved October 2, 2023 minutes as written
• Allocated $6,000 for plaque program (unanimous)
• Allocated $2,500 for promotional t-shirts and mugs (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 23-08, which would impose police, public building, parks/open space/rails, and public works impact fees on future residential and non-residential development. The board will also discuss appointing Marianne Mayer Opl to the Board of Trustees, a snow route parking resolution, and an email usage and retention policy. Other items include consent agenda minutes, reports, and a presentation from Wreaths Across America.

• Ordinance 23-08: new police, public building, parks/open space/rails, and public works impact fees on future development
• Resolution 23R36: snow route parking regulations
• Resolution 23R39: email usage and retention policy
• Appointment of Marianne Mayer Opl to Board of Trustees through 11/5/2024
• Presentation by Wreaths Across America

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved Ordinance 23-08, establishing police, public building, parks/open space/rails, and public works impact fees on all future residential and non-residential development. The board also approved a snow route parking regulation resolution and an email usage/retention policy, and appointed Marianne Mayer Opl to fill a trustee vacancy.

• Approved Ordinance 23-08 establishing impact fees on future development (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R36 on snow route parking regulations (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R39 adopting email usage and retention policy (7-0)
• Appointed Marianne Mayer Opl to Board of Trustees through 11/5/2024 (6-0)
• Accepted consent agenda including minutes of 10/10/2023 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a work session and budget workshop on October 21, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Town Hall. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural and focused on discussion.

Planning Commission

The Town of Elizabeth Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for October 17, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly act on resolutions to amend water and wastewater rates and tap fees. The board will also consider an agreement for water and wastewater services with the Elizabeth School District.

• Resolution 23R35: Memorandum of understanding with East Central Council of Governments (ECCOG)
• Maverix fiber internet proposal discussion
• Resolution 23R36: Amending water and wastewater base and consumption rates
• Resolution 23R37: Amending Water and Sewer Tap Fees and the Renewable Water Resource Fee
• Resolution 23R38: Intergovernmental Agreement for Water and Wastewater Services with Elizabeth School District

The Board of Trustees approved three resolutions: adopting a memorandum of understanding with ECCOG, amending water and sewer tap fees and the Renewable Water Resource Fee, and approving an intergovernmental agreement for water and wastewater services with the Elizabeth School District. A resolution to amend water and wastewater rates was tabled until a full Board is seated. The Board also directed staff to move forward with a contract for Maverix fiber internet services.

• Approved Resolution 23R35 adopting ECCOG MOU (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R37 amending water/sewer tap fees and Renewable Water Resource Fee (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R38 approving IGA with Elizabeth School District for water/wastewater services (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 23R36 on water/wastewater rates until full Board seated
• Directed staff to proceed with Maverix fiber internet contract

Main Street Board of Directors

The Town of Elizabeth Main Street Board of Directors is meeting to discuss a historic Main Street 5K and Color Run, and the potential creation of a 501(c)(3) organization and improvement district. The board will also consider the consent agenda, which includes approval of the September 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Town of Elizabeth Historic Main Street 5K and Color Run
• Discussion of potential 501(c)(3) creation and possible improvement district
• Consent agenda: minutes of September 11, 2023 regular meeting

The Main Street Board of Directors met on October 9, 2023, and approved the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting unanimously. The board discussed the Historic Main Street 5K and Color Run, potential creation of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and improvement district, and received staff and board reports. No formal decisions were made on the discussion items.

• Approved minutes of September 11, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board is meeting on October 2, 2023, at Town Hall, 151 S. Banner Street. The agenda includes discussions on a Historic Walk and Talk, a letter to property owners, and a trip to a historic district community, led by Community Development Director Zach Higgins, AICP.

• Discussion regarding Historic Walk and Talk
• Discussion regarding Letter to Property Owners
• Discussion regarding Trip to Historic District Community

The Historic Advisory Board approved the minutes from their September 11, 2023, meeting. The board also held discussions regarding a historic walk and talk event, property owner letters, and a potential trip to a historic district community.

• Approved September 11, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:33 PM (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a budget workshop and regular meeting, covering new business items including appointments to the Historic Advisory Board, a resolution exempting Gold Creek Valley HOA land from a municipal code section, an ordinance to allow administrative approval of retail establishment permits, and discussions on fire department impact fees and an impact fee study. The board will also discuss Rural Water Authority rates and the process for filling an open board seat.

• HAB appointments: Jacqueline Hansen-Hallett (term through 12/31/2023), Audra Kirk and Dennis Rodriguez (terms through 12/31/2025)
• Resolution 23R34: exempting Gold Creek Valley HOA-owned land from Section 7-5-10 of the Elizabeth Municipal Code
• Ordinance 23-07: amending Section 6-3-100 to authorize administrative approval of Retail Establishment Permits
• Discussion on Fire Department Impact Fees and Town of Elizabeth Impact Fee Study (BBC Research)
• Rural Water Authority rate discussion

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 23R34, exempting portions of Gold Creek Valley HOA-owned land from municipal code Section 7-5-10, and Ordinance 23-07, allowing administrative approval of Retail Establishment Permits. Three Historic Advisory Board appointments were also confirmed unanimously. Discussions on fire department impact fees, an impact fee study, and Rural Water Authority rates were held without action.

• Approved Resolution 23R34 exempting Gold Creek Valley HOA land from Section 7-5-10 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-07 authorizing administrative approval of Retail Establishment Permits (6-0)
• Appointed Jacqueline Hansen-Hallett to Historic Advisory Board through 12/31/2023 (6-0)
• Appointed Audra Kirk to Historic Advisory Board through 12/31/2025 (6-0)
• Appointed Dennis Rodriguez to Historic Advisory Board through 12/31/2025 (6-0)
• Accepted consent agenda including September 12, 2023 minutes (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a code and budget workshop followed by a regular meeting at Town Hall on September 12, 2023. The agenda includes discussions and possible action on an intergovernmental agreement, handrail installation at Town Hall, and a grant application. The meeting also features a presentation on the Senior Welfare Program.

• Resolution 23R32: Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town and the Elbert County Clerk and Recorder
• Resolution 23R33: Agreement with CCS Metal Fabrication for handrail installation at Town Hall
• Approval of Revitalizing Main Street Grant Application
• Presentation on the Senior Welfare Program by Officer Steven Herbel

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 23R32, an intergovernmental agreement with the Elbert County Clerk and Recorder, and Resolution 23R33, authorizing the Public Works Director to contract with CCS Metal Fabrication for Town Hall handrails. The consent agenda, including minutes from August 22, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and updates.

• Approved Resolution 23R32, IGA with Elbert County Clerk and Recorder (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R33, handrail installation agreement with CCS Metal Fabrication (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 22 minutes (7-0)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to review minutes from the prior month, discuss upcoming local events including a 5K run and family color run, and talk about small business development center initiatives. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Board approved the minutes from the August 14, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff reports and discussions regarding small business services, town events, and infrastructure updates.

• Approved August 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Historic Advisory Board will meet to discuss several town preservation initiatives. The agenda includes reviews of board candidates and the Certified Local Government status.

• Discussion regarding Historic Plaques
• Discussion regarding the Façade Grant Program
• Discussion regarding Certified Local Government
• Review of Historic Advisory Board Candidates

The Board approved the minutes from the August 7, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding board candidates, historic plaques, and the Certified Local Government program consisted of reports and discussion without formal action.

• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a budget workshop followed by a regular meeting. They will consider a resolution to repeal and replace the Main Street cross section standards, discuss a grant opportunity for Main Street revitalization, and receive updates from the police department's victim advocate. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and reports.

• Resolution 23R31 to repeal Resolution 18R04 and approve revised Main Street cross sections
• Discussion on Revitalizing Main Street Grant Opportunity 2
• Police Department Victim Advocate update by PattyAnn Fontenot
• Proclamation for Constitution Week (Sept 17-23, 2023)
• Consent agenda: minutes of August 8, 2023 regular meeting

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to establish revised Main Street cross sections and voted to apply for a Revitalizing Main Street Grant. The Board also accepted the August 8, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution 23R31 to repeal Resolution 18R04 and approve revised Main Street cross sections (6-1)
• Approved application for Revitalizing Main Street Grant (7-0)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including August 8, 2023, minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for August 15, 2023, at 6:30 PM in Town Hall (151 S. Banner Street) was canceled. No action or discussion items were presented due to the cancellation.

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to review minutes from the July 10 meeting and discuss two items: a Town of Elizabeth 5K Run and the Façade Grant Program. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Board approved the minutes from the July 10, 2023, meeting. Other agenda items consisted of staff updates and discussions regarding a 5K run and the Facade Grant Program.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the purchase of real property and the selection of a concept for the Elizabeth Community and Senior Action Center. The meeting also includes discussions on streetscape design and facade grants.

• Resolution 23R33: Purchase of real property at 444 South Main Street
• Resolution 23R32: Disposal of surplus vehicles
• Selection of proposed concept for the Elizabeth Community and Senior Action Center
• Discussion on Façade Grants
• Discussion on Streetscape Design

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved two resolutions: one authorizing disposal of surplus vehicles and another approving the purchase of real property at 444 South Main Street. They also directed staff to proceed with the Community and Senior Action Center concept, a facade grant application, and to keep four trees on Main Street. The December 26, 2023 regular meeting was canceled.

• Approved Resolution 23R32 authorizing disposal of surplus vehicles (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R33 approving purchase of property at 444 South Main Street (4-0)
• Directed staff to move forward with Community and Senior Action Center next steps
• Directed staff to proceed with facade grant application
• Directed staff to keep four trees on Main Street in streetscape design
• Canceled December 26, 2023 regular Board meeting

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from its June 2023 meeting and discuss two key items: a proposed action plan for creating a historic district and a review of the promotional materials budget. A staff report and a budget workshop will also be held.

• Discussion regarding Action Plan for Historic District Creation
• Discussion and possible action regarding Promotional Materials Budget
• Budget Workshop to follow

The Historic Advisory Board met on August 7, 2023, with Chair John Quest and Vice Chair Aimee Woodall present; Historian Bob Rasmussen was absent. The board tabled approval of the July 17, 2023 minutes until the next meeting. They discussed an action plan for creating a Historic District and a promotional materials budget, but took no formal action on either. The September meeting was moved to September 11, 2023, and the board adjourned unanimously at 5:32 PM.

• Tabled approval of July 17, 2023 minutes
• Discussed action plan for Historic District creation (no action)
• Discussed promotional materials budget (no action)
• Moved September meeting to September 11, 2023
• Adjourned at 5:32 PM (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission is meeting to discuss two topics: referral agency training and a discussion about Elizabeth Schools and minimum parcel width requirements. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Referral agency training
• Discussion on Elizabeth Schools and minimum parcel width

Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Elizabeth Board of Trustees scheduled for July 25, 2023, at 7:00 PM at Town Hall (151 S. Banner Street) was canceled. No substantive items were listed for action or discussion.

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will hold a work session to discuss the town’s budget and strategic planning for advertising. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational.

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss referral agency training with CORE Electric and Elizabeth School District, and review code updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the local historic register plaque design and historic color palettes. The board will also discuss potential meetings with the Main Street Board of Directors, promotional outreach, Historic Walk and Talk rentals, oral history voice recorders, and a PA system upgrade. A budget discussion and possible action are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on local historic register plaque design
• Discussion on historic color palettes
• Possible action regarding the budget

The Historic Advisory Board approved four budget allocations totaling $10,700 for postcards, event rentals, voice recorders, and PA speakers. All votes were unanimous. The board also discussed plaque designs, color palettes, and outreach but took no action on those items.

• Approved $3,500 for postcard printing/mailing to 80107 zip code (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 for Historic Walk and Talk event rentals (unanimous)
• Approved $200 for two voice recorders for oral history project (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 for two PA system speakers (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several resolutions, including setting the ballot for a September 5 special election, declaring a local disaster from recent storms, and approving contracts for iron work and tree cleanup. They will also discuss the Main Street Streetscape Design Project and enter executive session to negotiate a possible land purchase.

• Resolution 23R27: Trade Contractor Agreement with Maguire Iron Inc. (Sioux Falls SD) for scheduling and price holding
• Resolution 23R28: Setting ballot content for September 5, 2023 Special Election
• Resolution 23R29: Agreement with N&D Tree & Crane Service for Running Creek Trail cleanup
• Resolution 23R30: Declaring local disaster due to recent storm events
• Discussion on Main Street Streetscape Design Project

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to discuss several community events and the board's budget and workplan. The board may take action regarding the Friday Night Market.

• Discussion regarding 5K Run
• Discussion regarding Mayor's Tree Lighting Event
• Discussion regarding MSBOD Budget and Workplan
• Discussion and possible action regarding Friday Night Market

The Main Street Board of Directors met on July 10, 2023, and approved several items. They unanimously approved the June 12, 2023 meeting minutes, recommended hiring an event coordinator for the Mayor's Tree Lighting Event, and allocated $1,500 from the budget for Friday Night Market swag and a tablecloth. A work session was scheduled for July 24 to continue budget and strategic planning discussions.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended hiring an event coordinator for Mayor's Tree Lighting Event (unanimous)
• Allocated $1,500 for Friday Night Market swag and tablecloth (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will meet on June 27, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Town Hall to review consent agenda items, hear quarterly reports, and discuss two key proposals: the Main Street Streetscape Design Project and a resolution to authorize school resource officers via an intergovernmental agreement with the Elizabeth School District. The board may also consider an ordinance to disconnect the Elizabeth West Property.

• Discussion on Main Street Streetscape Design Project
• Possible action on Resolution 23R26 for School Resource Officers with Elizabeth School District
• Possible action on Ordinance 23-06 to disconnect Elizabeth West Property

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting on June 27, 2023, and unanimously voted to enter executive session to receive legal advice from the town attorney regarding the Elizabeth West property. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the board only approved the executive session and its adjournment.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on Elizabeth West property (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn executive session and return to regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and workshop to review the minutes of the May 2, 2023 meeting and discuss a proposal from the Elizabeth School District for a vocational school/auto shop. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Elizabeth School District Vocational School/Auto Shop proposal

The Elizabeth Planning Commission held a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, and approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting. The commission also received a report and update from Bill Dallas of the Elizabeth School District regarding a proposed auto shop at Elizabeth High School, but no formal action was taken on this item. Staff provided updates on various projects and trainings, and the meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including May 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Heard report on Elizabeth School District auto shop proposal (no action)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will hold a workshop to discuss marketing items and board attendance for the Friday Night Markets. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly approve resolutions authorizing police contracts for taser and body camera equipment, and a resolution calling a special mail-ballot election on September 5, 2023, to consider the recall of Trustee Ternus. The board will also hear a water rate presentation and consider consent agenda items including meeting minutes.

• Resolution 23R23: contract with Axom Enterprises for taser 7 equipment
• Resolution 23R24: contract with Axom Enterprises for body worn cameras
• Resolution 23R25: special election for recall of Trustee Ternus, mail ballot, third-party election official
• Water rate presentation by Mike DeVol
• Minutes of May 23, 2023 regular meeting and Historic Advisory Board May 1, 2023

The Board of Trustees convened for a special meeting and immediately entered an executive session to receive legal advice concerning the Elizabeth West property. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on Elizabeth West property (Unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board will hold a workshop on June 12, 2023, at 4:30 PM in Town Hall (151 S. Banner Street). The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions listed; the sole agenda item is oral history training for the board and staff.

Main Street Board of Directors

The Elizabeth Main Street Board of Directors holds a workshop and regular meeting to discuss several community events and a development proposal. Items include a 5K run, the Carriage Shoppes proposal, Friday Night Markets, and a possible action on a PA system. The meeting follows a workshop on the Historic District Creation and Design Guidelines update.

• Discussion regarding Town of Elizabeth 5K run
• Discussion regarding Carriage Shoppes proposal
• Discussion regarding Friday Night Markets
• Discussion and possible action regarding PA System
• Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 8, 2023

The Board approved budget allocations for a 5K run EMT and a new speaker system for events. Members discussed the Carriage Shoppes proposal and scheduled a workshop for June 19 to plan Friday Night Markets.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $100 budget line item to hire an EMT for the 5K run (unanimous)
• Approved $700 budget allocation for a larger speaker system (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission is holding a workshop to provide training for referral agencies, including the Fire Department, Public Works, and Police Department. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Referral Agency Training for Elizabeth Fire, Public Works, and Police Department

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board is holding a meeting at Town Hall to discuss board member applications, promotional flyers, the Friday Night Market, tax credits, and the Historic Walk and Talk. The agenda consists entirely of discussions, a consent agenda for the May 1, 2023 minutes, and staff reports.

• Discussion regarding the Historic Advisory Board Member Application for Alex Cramer
• Discussion regarding promotional outreach and informational flyer
• Discussion regarding Friday Night Market
• Discussion regarding tax credits and incentives presentation with History of Colorado
• Discussion regarding the Historic Walk and Talk

The board approved an updated member application form, raised the promotional materials budget from $750 to $2,500, and scheduled a tax credit discussion for August 7, 2023. It also moved the July 3 meeting to July 17. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved updated Historic Advisory Board member application (unanimous)
• Raised promotional materials budget from $750 to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Scheduled tax credit discussion for August 7, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Moved July 3, 2023 meeting to July 17, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the mill levy, then a regular meeting to consider resolutions on a multi-agency services MOU and public records fees, and an ordinance to ban fireworks. They will also hear reports and may enter executive session on land purchase negotiations and legal advice.

• Resolution 23R21: Collaborative Management MOU with various agencies for children and family services
• Resolution 23R22: Rules for public records access and maximum fees under Colorado Open Records Act
• Ordinance 23-05: Prohibiting use and sale of fireworks within town
• Executive session to negotiate possible land purchase for the town
• Executive session for legal advice on former employee claim and Elizabeth West property

The Board of Trustees passed an ordinance banning the use and sale of fireworks within the Town. The Board also approved new rules for public records access and a multi-agency memorandum for family services.

• Approved Ordinance 23-05 prohibiting use and sale of fireworks (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R22 establishing public records access rules and fees (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R21 for a Collaborative Management Memorandum of Understanding for children and family services (7-0)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss updating the municipal code regarding alcohol tastings and a site plan waiver for 392 South Main Street. The body is also considering contracts for building demolition and streetscape design.

• Ordinance 23-04 to permit tastings at Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailers
• Resolution 23R18 to retain Atla Contracting & Environmental Solutions for demolition at 174 Banner Street
• Resolution 23R19 for a second amendment to the CORE Consultants, Inc. agreement for Main Street Streetscape/widening project design
• Resolution 23R20 to grant a site plan requirement waiver for 392 South Main Street
• Adams Group 2022 Audit presentation

The Board unanimously approved Ordinance 23-04, amending the municipal code to permit tastings at fermented malt beverage and wine retailers. They also approved resolutions authorizing funds for Atla Contracting & Environmental Solutions (6-1) and approving a second amendment to the CORE Consultants agreement for the Main Street Streetscape/widening project. A site plan waiver for 392 South Main Street was granted unanimously. The Board also accepted the consent agenda and heard reports on audits, proclamations, and departmental updates.

• Approved Ordinance 23-04 permitting tastings at fermented malt beverage and wine retailers (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R18 authorizing Public Works to expend funds for Atla Contracting & Environmental Solutions (6-1, Ternus opposed)
• Approved Resolution 23R19 approving second amendment to CORE Consultants agreement for Main Street Streetscape/widening design (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R20 granting site plan waiver for 392 South Main Street (7-0)
• Accepted consent agenda including April 25, 2023 minutes (7-0)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will convene a regular meeting and workshop with no formal votes scheduled. The agenda includes discussion items on local events and activities but no ordinances, contracts, or rezonings.

The Main Street Board of Directors approved a $16,000 budget for the 2023 Main Street 5K event and approved the April 10, 2023 meeting minutes. Board members also discussed the Pickaxe program, a May 25 networking event, and various staff updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $16,000 budget for 2023 Main Street 5K event (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a site plan waiver. The meeting will be followed by a training workshop for commissioners.

• Site plan waiver for 392 S Main Street
• Minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting
• APA Planning Commissioner Training Series workshop

The Elizabeth Planning Commission unanimously approved a Site Plan waiver for 392 S. Main Street. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Staff noted that the regular meeting scheduled for May 16, 2023, was cancelled due to Town Elections.

• Approved Site Plan waiver for 392 S. Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 PM (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Historic Advisory Board will meet to discuss the creation of a Historic District and updates to design guidelines. The board will also review a Local Historic Register application and the demolition of two historic properties.

• Demolition of historic properties at 174 S Banner and 333 E Broadway
• Creation of a Historic District and Update to Design Guidelines
• Local Historic Register Application for Zach Higgins
• Oral history training with DOLA
• Elizabeth Birthday Bash and Historic Walk and Talk

The Board approved a Local Historic Register Application and authorized the use of the Gesin lot and tents for the Historic Walk and Talk event. Members also discussed the demolition of two historic properties and updates to design guidelines.

• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Local Historic Register Application (unanimous)
• Approved use of Gesin lot and tents for Historic Walk and Talk meals (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees meets to discuss routine items and receive presentations, including a traffic study update and student liaison report. One consequential item asks the board to set positions for possible land purchase negotiations on behalf of the town.

• Authorization to instruct negotiators for potential town land purchase
• Presentation by East Central Council of Governments on regional grants
• Discussion of Old Town Traffic Study results
• Proclamation for 54th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week

The Board approved the April 11 meeting minutes and held an executive session to develop a strategy for a possible land purchase. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions regarding town infrastructure and police training.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Entered executive session to negotiate a possible land purchase (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission will hold a work session focused solely on training, with no regular business conducted. The session covers topics from the American Planning Association’s Commissioner Training series, including ethics, legal decision-making, and procedural requirements.

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a code review workshop followed by a regular meeting. They will discuss and possibly act on appointing Shawn Sommer to the Planning Commission, a resolution opposing Colorado Senate Bill 21-213 and statewide land-use preemptions, a ground lease for an electric vehicle charger at 165 Main Street, and a discussion on fireworks in town limits. The agenda also includes consent items, management monitoring reports, and a student liaison report.

• Appointment of Shawn Sommer to Planning Commission, term through Dec 31, 2026
• Resolution 23R16 opposing Colorado Senate Bill 21-213 and statewide land-use preemptions
• Resolution 23R17 authorizing ground lease for EV charger at 165 Main Street (Gesin Lot)
• Discussion on fireworks in town limits
• Minutes of March 28, 2023 regular meeting and Historic Advisory Board March 6, 2023

The Board unanimously approved three resolutions: opposing Colorado Senate Bill 21-213 and statewide land-use preemptions, authorizing a ground lease for an EV charger at 165 Main Street, and appointing Shawn Sommer to the Planning Commission. The Board also gave direction to the Town Administrator regarding fireworks in town limits. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved appointment of Shawn Sommer to Planning Commission through Dec 31, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R16 opposing Colorado Senate Bill 21-213 and statewide land-use preemptions (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R17 authorizing ground lease for EV charger at 165 Main Street (7-0)
• Gave direction to Town Administrator on fireworks in town limits

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to discuss proposals including forming a 5K run committee, the Gesin Lot Monument, and designs for the 2023 ornament. The board will also review a staff report and hold a regular meeting after a prior work session.

The Main Street Board approved the minutes from March 13, 2023, and directed staff to proceed with the RFP for the Gesin Lot monument. They also assigned two members to the 5K Committee and discussed future events and the 2023 ornament design.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to proceed with Gesin Lot monument RFP
• Appointed Bulmer and Wedel to 5K Committee
• Discussed but did not decide on July networking event
• Discussed but did not decide on 2023 ornament design

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a training work session. No regularly scheduled business will occur during this meeting.

• American Planning Association training on Zoning/Ordinance
• Training on Managing the Meeting
• Training on Roles/Responsibilities

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several historic preservation topics, including the creation of a Historic District, updating design guidelines, and pursuing additional local historic registered properties. The board will also discuss an oral history collection, a historic plaque design, a May Historic Preservation Month event, and a local historic register application. Action may be taken on any of these items.

• Discussion regarding creation of Historic District and Update to Design Guidelines
• Discussion regarding pursuit of additional Local Historic Registered Properties
• Discussion and possible action regarding Historic Plaque Design
• Discussion and possible action regarding May Historic Preservation Month Event
• Discussion regarding Local Historic Register Application

The Historic Advisory Board held a regular meeting with no formal decisions beyond approving the March 6, 2023 minutes and adjourning. Staff reports and discussions covered creating a historic district, updating design guidelines, adding local historic register properties, an oral history collection, historic plaque design, a May Historic Preservation Month event, and an updated local historic register application form. No votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved March 6, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:21 PM (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees and Main Street Board of Directors are holding a joint work session. The meeting is for discussion only, and the agenda states that no action will be taken.

• Joint workshop regarding the Main Street Streetscape

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to take action on several items, including two special event liquor license applications and a resolution adopting the Elbert County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The board will also hear a presentation from CORE Electric and receive reports from the student liaison and board members.

• Approval of Special Event Liquor License for Dads of Elbert County – Michelle Oeser
• Approval of Special Event Liquor License for Town of Elizabeth – Michelle Oeser
• Possible action on Resolution 23R15 adopting the Elbert County Hazard Mitigation Plan (2023 Update)
• Presentation by Angie Bedolla from CORE Electric
• Executive session to discuss potential land purchase and trade

The Board unanimously approved special event liquor licenses for Dads of Elbert County and the Town of Elizabeth, and adopted Resolution 23R15 for the Elbert County Hazard Mitigation Plan (2023 Update). All votes were 7-0. The meeting also included a presentation from CORE Electric and discussions on police, events, and other topics.

• Approved special event liquor license for Dads of Elbert County (7-0)
• Approved special event liquor license for Town of Elizabeth (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23R15, Elbert County Hazard Mitigation Plan 2023 Update (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 14, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss land purchase/trade negotiations (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda for minutes and discussions on municipal code updates, staff reports, and APA training on comprehensive plans. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion on Elizabeth Municipal Code Updates
• Discussion on Staff Reports
• Discussion on APA Planning Commissioner Training Series - Comprehensive Plans
• Consent agenda: Minutes of Special Meeting of March 7, 2023

The Elizabeth Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the consent agenda (minutes from March 7, 2023) unanimously. The commission provided direction to staff on municipal code updates regarding Use by Special Review yearly review requirements and on staff reports, but no formal actions were taken. Staff updates included upcoming training, joint workshops, and a traffic study presentation to the Board of Trustees on April 11, 2023.

• Approved consent agenda including March 7, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Provided direction to staff on Use by Special Review yearly review requirements
• Provided direction to staff on staff reports

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees meets March 14 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall to take action on revised land-use fees, a Pine Ridge Crossing site-plan amendment, and a new Main Street Board appointment. The board will also hear a public comment period and receive management monitoring reports.

• Adopt revised schedule for Land Use Development Fees
• Approve Carrie Wedel to Main Street Board for three-year term through March 31, 2026
• Transfer ownership of Buzzards Pizza to Jac’s Inc.
• Amend site plan for Pine Ridge Crossing at 701 S Elizabeth Street
• Consider sketch plan for Walnut Grove at SE corner of Walnut St and S Elbert St

The Board unanimously approved the Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment for 701 S Elizabeth Street after a public hearing. They also approved the Walnut Grove Sketch Plan for the SE corner of Walnut and S Elbert Streets, a revised Land Use Development Fee schedule, the appointment of Carrie Wedel to the Main Street Board, and the transfer of ownership from Buzzards Pizza to Jac's Inc. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment for 701 S Elizabeth Street (7-0)
• Approved Walnut Grove Sketch Plan for SE corner of Walnut and S Elbert Streets (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R13 adopting revised Land Use Development Fees (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Carrie Wedel to Main Street Board of Directors (7-0)
• Approved transfer of ownership from Buzzards Pizza to Jac's Inc. (7-0)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including minutes and new employee introduction (7-0)

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to discuss several community projects and administrative updates. The board is considering a new board candidate and planning for upcoming local events.

• Selection of Main Street Board of Director's Candidate
• Town of Elizabeth 5K run
• Gesin Lot Monument
• Main Street Streetscape Design
• May Main Street Networking Event

The Main Street Board of Directors unanimously recommended Carrie Wedel for appointment to the board and approved the February 13, 2023, meeting minutes. The board also set dates for the 5K Run (September 23) and the May Networking Event (May 25), and discussed several other items, including the Gesin Lot Monument and additional picnic tables at Running Creek Park, which will be revisited at future meetings.

• Approved February 13, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Carrie Wedel for appointment to the Main Street Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Set 5K Run for September 23 at 8:00 am
• Set May Main Street Networking Event for May 25, 2023, at 6:00 pm

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on employee compensation.

• Discussion and possible action on employee compensation

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting on March 8, 2023, and discussed employee compensation. After a staff report from Town Administrator Patrick Davidson, the Board gave direction to move forward with the increases in staff compensation as presented. Trustee Ternus recused herself from the discussion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Directed staff to move forward with employee compensation increases as presented

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation for approval regarding a site plan amendment. The meeting also includes a separate Water 101 Training workshop.

• Public hearing for 701 S Elizabeth Street - Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment
• Possible action on recommendation for 701 S Elizabeth Street Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment
• Water 101 Training workshop

The Elizabeth Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment for 701 S Elizabeth Street to the Board of Trustees. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the February 21 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included staff updates and reports.

• Recommended approval of Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including February 21, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Historic Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the creation of a Historic District and updates to design guidelines. The board will also consider electing a 2023 board historian and review its 2023 workplan.

• Election of 2023 Historic Advisory Board Historian
• Creation of Historic District and Update to Design Guidelines
• Pursuit of additional Local Historic Registered Properties
• Discussion on 2023 Historic Advisory Board Workplan
• Visit to Elbert County Historical Society & Museum

The Historic Advisory Board approved the February 6, 2023 meeting minutes and unanimously nominated Bob Rasmussen as the 2023 Board Historian, despite his absence. The board also discussed visits to the Elbert County Historical Society & Museum, creation of a Historic District, design guidelines, and adding Local Historic Registered Properties, but took no action on these items.

• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Bob Rasmussen as 2023 Historic Advisory Board Historian (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on development fees, impact fees, and water/sewer rates, followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include a possible special election on the Elizabeth West Property zoning, a contract for a comprehensive impact fee study, and revised development fees. The board will also consider a special event liquor license for Cowboy Up in Kiowa and several other resolutions.

• Special election May 16, 2023, on Ordinance 22-10 zoning for Elizabeth West Property
• Resolution 23R12: contract with BBC Research and Consulting for Comprehensive Impact Fee Study
• Resolution 23R13: revised Land Use Development Fees schedule
• Resolution 23R14: authorize demolition/improvements at 171 South Banner Street
• Special Event Liquor License for Cowboy Up in Kiowa Rodeo

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution calling a May 16, 2023 special election on whether to affirm Ordinance 22-10, which approved zoning for the Elizabeth West Property. They also approved a special event liquor license for Cowboy Up In Kiowa, an ordinance on dogs in public parks, a comprehensive impact fee study, demolition funds for 171 South Banner Street, and a revised purchasing policy. Two resolutions were tabled: one on land use development fees and one on Main Street cross sections.

• Approved Resolution 23R11 calling May 16, 2023 special election on Elizabeth West zoning (7-0)
• Approved Special Event Liquor License for Cowboy Up In Kiowa (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-03 on dogs in public parks (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R12 for BBC Research impact fee study (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R14 authorizing demolition funds for 171 South Banner Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R16 revised purchasing policy (6-1, Ternus opposed)
• Tabled Resolution 23R13 on land use development fees to March 14, 2023
• Tabled Resolution 23R15 on Main Street cross sections to future meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations for two projects. The meeting includes a site plan amendment and a new sketch plan.

• Public hearing and possible action on Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment at 701 S Elizabeth St
• Public hearing and possible action on Walnut Grove Sketch Plan at SE corner of Walnut Street and S Elbert Street

The Planning Commission approved the Walnut Grove Sketch Plan for the southeast corner of Walnut Street and S Elbert Street by a 3-2 roll call vote, with Commissioners Fick and Lindbloom opposed. The commission also continued the public hearing for the Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment to the March 7, 2023 meeting. The consent agenda, including the February 7, 2023 minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Walnut Grove Sketch Plan (3-2)
• Continued Pine Ridge Crossing Site Plan Amendment to March 7, 2023
• Approved consent agenda including February 7, 2023 minutes

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing and possible action on a special event liquor license for the Protectors of Elizabeth event, as well as resolutions approving agreements for the Wine In The Pines event and with Elizabeth Brewing Company. The board will also receive a presentation on the Olde Town Circulation Study, discuss the Streetscape Design, and consider authorizing funds for demolition or improvements at 171 South Banner Street. An executive session is scheduled to discuss negotiations for a possible land purchase.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Special Event Liquor License for Protectors of Elizabeth event (Michelle Oeser)
• Resolution 23R09: personal services agreement with JP Events & Marketing for Wine In The Pines
• Resolution 23R10: license agreement with Elizabeth Brewing Company
• Resolution 23R11: authorize expenditure for demolition or improvements at 171 South Banner Street
• Executive session to discuss land purchase negotiations

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a Special Event Liquor License for the Protectors of Elizabeth event, a personal services agreement with JP Events & Marketing for Wine In The Pines, and a license agreement with The Elizabeth Brewing Company. The Board also gave direction on the Streetscape Design and agreed to rename the Friday Night Farmers' Market to Friday Night Market. An executive session was held to authorize negotiations for a possible land purchase.

• Approved Special Event Liquor License for Protectors of Elizabeth (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R09, personal services agreement with JP Events & Marketing for Wine In The Pines (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R10, license agreement with The Elizabeth Brewing Company (6-0)
• Gave direction on Streetscape Design
• Agreed to rename Friday Night Farmers' Market to Friday Night Market
• Entered executive session to authorize land purchase negotiations
• Removed Resolution 23R11 from agenda, moved to February 28 meeting

Main Street Board of Directors

The Elizabeth Main Street Board of Directors is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a façade grant recommendation, a town 5K run, and the Gesin Lot Monument. The agenda also includes consent agenda items, staff and board reports, and public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on Town of Elizabeth Façade Grant Recommendation
• Discussion regarding Town of Elizabeth 5K Run
• Discussion regarding Gesin Lot Monument
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2023 regular meeting

The Main Street Board voted unanimously to recommend creating a Facade Grant program and renaming the Friday Farmer's Market to either Beer with the Deer or Creek Nights. They also discussed sponsoring a 5K run and revisiting the Gesin Lot monument after a developer presentation. The board approved the January 9, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended creation of a Facade Grant program to Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Recommended renaming Friday Farmer's Market to Beer with the Deer or Creek Nights (unanimous)
• Directed staff to revisit 5K run sponsorship next month
• Agreed to revisit Gesin Lot monument after February 28 developer presentation

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss and possibly decide on appointing a 2023 Chair and Vice Chair, and on a resolution to establish a designated public place for posting meeting notices. The meeting will also include a presentation and discussion on upcoming Board of Trustees Code Workshops and Development Staff Reports.

• Appointment of 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
• Planning Commission Resolution 23-01 on designated public place for meeting notices
• Presentation and discussion on upcoming Board of Trustees Code Workshops
• Presentation and discussion on Development Staff Reports

The Elizabeth Planning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, reappointed Jenny Case as Chair and Amy Schmidt as Vice Chair for 2023, and approved Resolution 23-01 designating a public place for posting meeting notices. The commission also discussed upcoming code workshops, development staff reports, and staff updates on ordinances and meetings, but took no other formal action.

• Approved consent agenda including December 6, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Jenny Case as Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Amy Schmidt as Vice Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 for designated public notice posting place (unanimous)

Historic Advisory Board

The Historic Advisory Board will meet to elect a board historian and make recommendations for façade improvement grants. The board will also discuss materials for the Town of Elizabeth Birthday Event. A subsequent work session will cover historic district creation and design guidelines.

• Election of 2023 Historic Advisory Board Historian
• Façade Improvement Grant Recommendation to the Board of Trustees
• Town of Elizabeth Birthday Event Historic Materials
• Work session on Historic District Creation
• Update to Historic Design Guidelines

The Historic Advisory Board unanimously approved a motion to request the Town pursue incentives for facade improvement grants or other grants for historic buildings. The election of the 2023 Board Historian was tabled to the March 6, 2023 meeting. The board also discussed providing historic materials for the Town of Elizabeth Birthday Event, but took no formal action.

• Approved motion to request Town pursue facade improvement or other historic building grants (unanimous)
• Tabled election of 2023 Historic Advisory Board Historian to March 6, 2023
• Approved minutes of January 9, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on January 24 at Town Hall, 151 S. Banner Street. Items include swearing in two new members, approving minutes, hearing advisory-board reports, and taking possible action on mobile-food-truck regulations, a planning-commission appointment, and a code-of-conduct resolution.

• Administer Oaths of Office to Barb McGinn and Joe Belongia
• Possible action on Ordinance 23-01 amending mobile food-truck rules
• Possible action on Resolution 23R-07 adopting food-truck license fees
• Possible action on Resolution 23R-08 reaffirming the Town’s Code of Conduct for Elected Officials
• Possible appointment of George Fick to the Planning Commission through 12/31/2026

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved several items, including an ordinance amending mobile food truck and pushcart regulations, a resolution adopting food truck license fees, an ordinance adding a pre-application meeting requirement for certain land use applications, a resolution reaffirming the elected officials' code of conduct, and an intergovernmental agreement with Douglas County for interim law enforcement services. The board also appointed George Fick to the Planning Commission and administered oaths to new trustees. No public comment was received, and the meeting concluded with an executive session on a referendum petition.

• Appointed George Fick to Planning Commission through 12/31/2026 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-01 amending mobile food truck and pushcart regulations (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R-07 adopting food truck license fees (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-02 adding pre-application meeting requirement for certain applications (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R-08 reaffirming Code of Conduct for Elected Officials (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R-09 approving interim law enforcement agreement with Douglas County Sheriff's Office (7-0)
• Administered Oaths of Office to Barb McGinn and Joe Belongia
• Entered executive session to receive legal advice on referendum petition process

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board will hold a work session to discuss the creation of a historic district and updates to the historic design guidelines. No formal action will be taken during this meeting, which is open to the public.

Planning Commission

The Elizabeth Planning Commission will hold its regular January 17 meeting at Town Hall to discuss and possibly act on two items: electing the 2023 Chair and Vice Chair, and adopting a resolution that designates a public place for posting meeting notices. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including a roll call, consent agenda, and public comment.

• Appointment of 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
• Planning Commission Resolution 23-01: establishing a designated public place for meeting-notice postings per C.R.S. 24-6-402(2)(c)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to conduct water law training. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Water Law Training

Board of Trustees

The Elizabeth Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss several resolutions, swear in Corporal Jason Rogers, and appoint two new trustees to fill vacancies through November 2024. The board will also consider resolutions related to public meeting notices, police chief recruitment, heavy equipment purchases, and a state grant for Main Street revitalization.

• Swear in Corporal Jason Rogers
• Appoint Barbara McGinn to Board of Trustees (term through Nov 2024)
• Appoint Joe Belongia to Board of Trustees (term through Nov 2024)
• Resolution 23R03: Police chief recruitment services contract with KRW Associates
• Resolution 23R04: Authorize funds for heavy equipment acquisition for town operations

The Board of Trustees appointed Barbara McGinn and Joe Belongia to fill vacancies through November 2024, with McGinn's appointment passing 4-1 and Belongia's unanimous. Six resolutions were approved, including designating a public notice posting place, a hearing officer for referendum protests, a police chief recruitment agreement with KRW Associates, heavy equipment purchase authorization, a CDOT grant application, and amended check signatories. All resolutions passed, with Trustee Ternus opposing the heavy equipment and grant resolutions.

• Appointed Barbara McGinn to Board of Trustees through Nov 2024 (4-1, Ternus opposed)
• Appointed Joe Belongia to Board of Trustees through Nov 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R01 designating public place for meeting notices (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R02 designating hearing officer for referendum protests (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R03 authorizing police chief recruitment agreement with KRW Associates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23R04 authorizing heavy equipment purchase (4-1, Ternus opposed)
• Approved Resolution 23R05 authorizing CDOT Revitalizing Main Street grant application (4-1, Ternus opposed)
• Approved Resolution 23R06 amending authorized check signatories (5-0)

Historic Advisory Board

The Elizabeth Historic Advisory Board meets to decide the 2023 chairperson and vice-chairperson and to hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 338 S Main Street. The board will also review a National Register nomination for 188 Main Street and discuss a joint meeting with the MSBOD regarding the Historic District update.

• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Certificate of Appropriateness Application for 338 S Main St
• CLG Review of the National Register nomination for 188 Main Street
• Joint meeting discussion with MSBOD on Historic District update
• BOT quarterly update on January 24, 2023

Main Street Board of Directors

The Main Street Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the December 2022 meeting and consider two actions: appointing its 2023 president and vice president, and adopting a resolution that designates a public place for posting meeting notices. The board will also receive a staff report and hear public comment.

• Appointment of 2023 President and Vice President
• Main Street Board of Directors Resolution 23-01 on meeting-notice posting location
• 2023 TOE Farmers' Market discussion

The Main Street Board of Directors unanimously approved the minutes from December 12, 2022, and re-elected Tedd Lipka as President and Linda Bulmer as Vice President for 2023. The board also unanimously approved Resolution 23-01, which designates a public place for posting meeting notices. Discussion items included the 2023 Farmers' Market, gateway signage at the Gesin Lot, and the Odd Fellows Building, but no further decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Tedd Lipka as President and Linda Bulmer as Vice President for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-01 designating a public place for posting meeting notices (unanimous)