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Fraser public meetings in 2025

73 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Fraser Public Arts Committee to discuss Fire & Ice 2026

The Fraser Public Arts Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss plans for the Fire & Ice 2026 event. The meeting will be held at the Fraser Town Hall and virtually.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda and adjourned meeting unanimously

The Public Arts Committee approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, each with a 10‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting, also by a 10‑0 vote. Discussion centered on planning for the Fire and Ice 2026 event, but no formal decisions were made on event details.

Wed Dec 10, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees to hold special meeting regarding litigation

The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter an executive session with the Town Attorney to discuss legal advice and negotiation strategies regarding litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved agenda and held executive session on litigation

The Board approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. It opened an executive session to discuss litigation, also by a 5‑0 vote, and later closed the session with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA Board to discuss future TIF projections and arts funding proposal

The Downtown Development Authority Board will review future Tax Increment Financing (TIF) projections and a proposal for contributions to the Fraser Center For The Creative Arts. The board will also discuss advertising for the Ski, Ride, Save promotion.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $1,000 Google ad spend and $3,000 video budget for Ski, Ride, Save campaign

The board approved a $1,000 monthly Google advertising contract for the Ski, Ride, Save program for January, with a maximum $3,000 allocation for video content. It also approved railroad station signage not to exceed $3,000, a reduction from a prior $8,000 estimate. The board authorized Fraser Valley Arts to develop a specific proposal for future DDA contributions to the Fraser Center for the Creative Arts. All motions passed with the recorded vote tallies.

Wed Dec 3, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Town of Fraser and DDA budgets

The Fraser Board of Trustees meeting will consider several resolutions and contracts. Items include a contract with Phaze Concrete for a Clayton Court streetscape, approval of 2026 donor‑advised funding requests, and an intergovernmental agreement for the Downtown Development Authority. A public hearing will review the 2026 budgets for the Town of Fraser and the Downtown Development Authority. Additional items cover an ordinance regulating outdoor storage and vehicle sales, a property‑tax levy resolution, and a GIS services contract with the Northwest Colorado Council of Governments.

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✓ Decided: Town of Fraser approves 2026 Town Manager contract and key budget resolutions

The Board approved a contract with Phaze Concrete for the Clayton Court streetscape and adopted several funding and intergovernmental agreements, including donor‑advised funding and a Downtown Development Authority agreement. All budget resolutions for 2026, covering revenues, appropriations, taxes, and departmental budgets, were approved. Ordinance No. 529 amending Chapter 19 to regulate outdoor storage and vehicle sales was adopted by a narrow 4‑3 vote. The 2026 Town Manager contract was also approved.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to hold public hearings on 2026 budgets

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding the 2026 Town of Fraser and Downtown Development Authority budgets. The body will also consider a contract to purchase property at 360 Railroad Ave and a new ordinance regulating vehicle sales and outdoor storage.

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✓ Decided: Board ratified contract to purchase 360 Railroad Ave (5‑0 vote)

The Board approved the consent agenda, including past meeting minutes and the 2026 Joint Facilities Fund Budget. It authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Fraser Valley Community Media and ratified a contract to purchase 360 Railroad Ave. The public hearing on the 2026 town and downtown development authority budgets was opened and then continued to the December 3, 2025 meeting. The hearing on Ordinance 529 regulating vehicle sales and outdoor storage was also continued to December 3, 2025.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Fire & Ice 2026

The Public Arts Committee will meet to review minutes from October 9, 2025. The primary discussion item for the meeting is Fire & Ice 2026.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda, added Lava Box vendor, and scheduled lift chair repaint

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. It agreed to include Lava Box as a vendor/display at the 2026 Fire and Ice event and will follow up on detailed planning. The repainting of lift‑chair bus stop signs was placed on a future agenda for after the event, tentatively in June 2026.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

Adopt the 2026 Joint Facilities Oversight Committee budget

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee will consider a resolution to adopt the 2026 JFF budget. It will also review approvals for the plant manager to sign contracts for an underdrain replacement installation and for evaluating regional water alternatives. The committee will approve a new general counsel for the UFVWWTP and introduce the new wastewater treatment plant superintendent.

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✓ Decided: Joint Facilities Committee approved underdrain replacement proposal

The committee unanimously approved the plant manager’s authority to sign Hensel Phelps’s underdrain replacement proposal. It also unanimously approved a proposal to evaluate regional water‑management alternatives and the appointment of a new general counsel for the UFVWWTP. The 2026 Joint Facilities Fund budget was not adopted and will be returned to the member boards for further review. New wastewater‑treatment plant superintendent Logan Wray was introduced and provided operational updates.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review draft Fraser Forward Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on the draft Fraser Forward Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also conduct a 2025 year-in-review and a 2026 look-ahead.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved agenda and consent items, then adjourned (4-0)

The commission voted 4-0 to approve the meeting agenda. It then approved the consent agenda, also by a 4-0 vote. No substantive actions on the draft Fraser Forward Comprehensive Plan were adopted, and the meeting was adjourned with a 4-0 vote.

Tue Nov 11, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

Board will discuss the Downtown Development Authority’s 2026 budget

The Downtown Development Authority Board will approve the agenda and minutes, then discuss the 2026 budget and a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Fraser. Additional items include social‑media and event support, the Ski, Ride, Save winter promotion, and ideas for the Come Up conference series. The board will also consider signage for the railroad station, TIF projections, a proposal for the Fraser Center for the Creative Arts, and work‑plan updates.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the 2026 DDA budget message unanimously

The board unanimously approved the 2026 DDA budget message and the intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Fraser. It agreed to have the Events Coordinator manage social‑media reposts, tasked the marketing manager with a Google‑ads budget proposal for December, and created a working group to plan a youth conference series.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to hold hearing on nonfunctional turf prohibition

The Board of Trustees will discuss a prohibition on nonfunctional turf and the issuance of revenue bonds for St. Louis Landing. The meeting includes a workshop on early childhood education and a review of the 2026 annual budget.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes housing revenue bonds for St. Louis Landing

The Board approved its consent agenda, adopted a design resolution for a new public works building, and authorized the issuance of housing facilities revenue bonds for the St. Louis Landing project. It also passed Ordinance 528 banning nonfunctional turf, continued the hearing on Ordinance 529 concerning vehicle sales and storage to November 19, and approved a special event permit for the Festival of Trees. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

Wed Oct 29, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board will consider Ordinance 527 to temporarily halt Business Zone land use applications

The Board of Trustees will discuss and may act on Ordinance No. 527, which proposes a temporary moratorium on land use applications in the Business Zone District and declares an emergency. The ordinance is listed as a discussion and possible action item on the agenda. No other substantive matters are listed beyond routine updates and procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Ordinance 527 temporary business‑zone moratorium fails 5‑2 vote

The board approved the meeting agenda unanimously (7‑0). A motion to adopt Ordinance No. 527, which would impose a temporary moratorium on land‑use applications in the Business Zone District and declare an emergency, was rejected by a 5‑2 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (7‑0).

Wed Oct 22, 2025

Planning Commission

Discussion of Proposition 123 fast‑track review for affordable housing

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss Proposition 123 fast‑track review requirements, including staff memos, guidance documents, and the resolution adopting the town's affordable housing fee incentive program. The commission will also consider residential uses within the Business Zone District, reviewing a staff report and sample commercial‑zone matrices. Both items are listed for discussion and possible action.

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✓ Decided: Commission directs fast‑track housing review to use 20% affordable‑unit threshold

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, each by a 4‑0 vote. It directed staff to apply the fast‑track review criteria when at least 20% of proposed units are deed‑restricted affordable units. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

Board of Trustees

Ordinance 527 proposes a temporary moratorium on Business Zone land use applications

The Fraser Board of Trustees will consider several items, including a film festival sponsorship request, transit budget options, and a Treasurer's report. Resolutions will be discussed to collect outstanding pre‑certificate water and sewer fees and to extend building permits for 78 and 118 Market Street. The agenda also includes Ordinance No. 527, which would impose a temporary moratorium on land‑use applications in the Business Zone District and declare an emergency. A quiet‑zone study for the Eisenhower railroad crossing will be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Market Street permit extension and authorizes $37,866 fee collection

The trustees unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda. They authorized the Town Manager to collect $37,866.11 in outstanding water and sewer fees and approved a building permit extension for 78 and 118 Market Street with required use‑tax payments. Ordinance No. 527 imposing a temporary moratorium was tabled because only four trustees were present. The Winter Park Film Festival sponsorship request was deferred to the next meeting.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA to discuss business incubator feasibility and 2026 budget

The Downtown Development Authority will review a feasibility study for the Grand Resources Incubator Project (GRIP) to support local businesses. The board will also consider a 2026 budget revision and a draft of the Comprehensive Plan's downtown vision.

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✓ Decided: Board reappointed officers for two-year terms

The Downtown Development Authority Board unanimously reappointed Parks Thomson as Chair, Tiffany Gatesman as Vice Chair, Katie Soles as Secretary, and Nick Crabb as Treasurer. The board also approved a revised 2026 budget that reduced projected tax‑increment revenue by $1,400. Staff were authorized to approve small business grant requests up to $2,000 and to extend grants by one year when justified. The meeting was adjourned after all items were addressed.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee will discuss the 2026 Fire & Ice event and Mary Jane Float

The Fraser Public Arts Committee meeting will consider two discussion items: the upcoming Fire & Ice 2026 event and the Mary Jane Float project presented by Callie. The agenda also includes routine business such as roll call, approval of the agenda, a consent agenda, other business, future agenda items, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda, adjourned, and began exploring a Lava Box fire feature

The committee approved the meeting agenda unanimously (7‑0) and later adjourned the meeting unanimously (7‑0). Members discussed the upcoming Fire and Ice 2026 event, including vendor logistics, budget possibilities, and additional activities. The committee decided to explore adding a “Lava Box” fire feature, requiring vendor safety supervision and possible licensing. Several members agreed to contact past vendors and artists for food, lighting, and performances.

Wed Oct 1, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to discuss 2026 draft budget

The Board of Trustees will review the proposed 2026 draft budget and the Business Enhancement Grant Policy. The meeting also includes discussions on town hall and park updates and a motion for continuance regarding the Centrum Condominiums site plan.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved Business Enhancement Grant Policy

The Fraser Board of Trustees approved the Business Enhancement Grant Policy with changes, appointed Kaydee Fisher and Adam Cwiklin to the Donor Advised Funds Board, and adopted an amended resolution authorizing the Town Manager to sign tap‑credit acknowledgements. The agenda, consent agenda, and the motion to adjourn were also approved unanimously.

Wed Sep 24, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider a code amendment banning non-functional turf

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss two draft code amendments: one that would prohibit non-functional turf and another that would regulate vehicle sales and storage. The turf amendment references Colorado Senate Bill 24-005 and House Bill 25-1113 and includes a staff report and a resolution recommending approval. The vehicle sales and storage amendment also includes a staff report and a resolution recommending approval. Other business includes a staff memo on the town's email retention policy.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved code amendment to limit non‑functional turf

The commission adopted Planning Commission Resolution 2025‑09‑01, adding a prohibition on non‑functional turf with two research conditions, by a 6‑0 vote. It also adopted Planning Commission Resolution 2025‑09‑02 regulating vehicle sales and storage, with a condition to review wording, by a 5‑1 vote (one nay). Both resolutions were approved with the specified conditions.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board to approve ROW expansion on Clayton Court and new ROW on 201 S. Wapiti Drive

The Fraser Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to execute documents for a right‑of‑way expansion on Clayton Court and to acquire new right‑of‑way across 201 S. Wapiti Drive. Additional items include real‑estate purchase contracts for parcels on Clayton Court, an amendment to the contract with Cushing Terrell for the Comprehensive Plan update, and a license agreement for the Rendezvous Community Trash Enclosure. The meeting also features updates from the East Grand Fire District, a marketing update, the Treasurer's report, and a budget committee appointment.

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✓ Decided: Board appointed Adam Cwiklin and Julie White to the Budget Committee (6‑0)

The trustees approved the amended agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They appointed Adam Cwiklin and Julie White to the Budget Committee, approved an amendment to the Cushing Terrell contract, and tabled the Rendezvous Trash Enclosure Agreement, all by 6‑0 votes. An executive session on property acquisition was opened, also unanimously.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

Board will review the draft 2026 Downtown Development Authority budget

The Downtown Development Authority Board will meet on September 9, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a discussion of the draft 2026 budget, and consideration of re‑appointing board members. The board will also hear updates on the District Enhancement Projects, including a possible Ace mural. The meeting will be held at Fraser Town Hall and streamed online.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 budget and reappoints two members to four‑year terms

The Downtown Development Authority Board approved its agenda and consent agenda unanimously. The board reappointed William Palmer and Tiffany Gatesman to four‑year terms on the DDA board. The draft 2026 DDA budget of about $80,000 was approved by a 9‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 9‑0 motion.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to discuss funding and notices for St. Louis Landing

The Board of Trustees and Fraser Housing Authority will consider several resolutions and an ordinance regarding the St. Louis Landing project, including interim financing and a notice to proceed. The body will also review the Fraser Public Works Facility owner costs and bike park sponsorships.

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✓ Decided: Board approved funding and approvals for St. Louis Landing housing project

The Board unanimously approved a notice to proceed and a supplemental budget for the St. Louis Landing housing development. It also appointed the Town Manager as Executive Director of the Fraser Housing Authority and authorized interim financing and state tax‑credit support for the project. Additional actions included authorizing bike‑park sponsorship agreements, naming the Fraser Bike Park, and approving up to $10,000 for restoration of the Eisenhower statue. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

Wed Aug 27, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review sketch plans for Meyer Lot 1 and Grand Park

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially take action on two sketch plans. The body will also hold an executive session with the Town Attorney regarding potential changes to zoning regulations.

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✓ Decided: Commission opened and closed an executive session on zoning changes (7‑0 votes)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda minutes from July 23, 2025, each by a 7‑0 vote. It set the November Planning Commission meeting for November 12, 2025 and cancelled the December meeting. The commission opened an executive session to discuss potential zoning regulation changes (7‑0) and later closed that session (7‑0). The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0 vote.

Wed Aug 20, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board reviews 2024 audited financials and St. Louis Landing project updates

The Fraser Board of Trustees and Fraser Housing Authority will review the 2024 audited financial statements, receive a treasurer's report, and hear updates on the St. Louis Landing project financing and bond counsel. They will also discuss updated school land dedication rates and fees-in-lieu, and consider reimbursement for the St. Louis Landing project. The meeting includes an executive session on development negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Board approved reimbursement for St. Louis Landing Project

The Board amended the agenda and approved the amendment unanimously. It accepted the 2024 audited financial statements and approved the FHA Resolution 2025-08-01 to reimburse the St. Louis Landing Project and related public improvements. The Board also opened and closed an executive session on development negotiations, then adjourned.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Fraser Public Arts Committee reviews Mural Fest and plans Fire & Ice 2026

The Fraser Public Arts Committee will hold its regular meeting at Fraser Town Hall and virtually on August 14, 2025. The agenda includes a recap of Mural Fest and preliminary planning for the Fire & Ice 2026 event. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and discussion-based.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee approved agenda, consent agenda and adjourned

The committee approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0) and then approved the consent agenda, which included the July 10, 2025 minutes, also unanimously (5‑0). No other actions were voted on; the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 a.m. by a unanimous (5‑0) motion.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

Fraser committee to vote on hiring new general counsel for wastewater plant

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee (JFOC) will meet to review routine operational updates for the town’s water and wastewater systems, including quarterly reports and capital project progress. The main decision will be whether to approve Resolution 2025-08-01, which authorizes hiring new general counsel for the Upper Fraser Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant (UFVWWTP).

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✓ Decided: Committee postpones decision on new general counsel for wastewater plant

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. It voted to defer the resolution appointing a new general counsel for the Upper Fraser Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant to the next meeting, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA Board to review wayfinding design and 2026 budget planning

The Downtown Development Authority Board will meet to discuss a wayfinding design presentation from the Chamber of Commerce. The board will also address member applications and plan for upcoming projects and the 2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: Board puts kinetic sculpture project on hold, pursues mural at Ace Hardware

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda minutes by a 7-0 vote. Members voted 7-0 to place the kinetic sculpture project on hold and explore a mural on the west side of Ace Hardware. The meeting was adjourned with a 7-0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to consider short-term rental rules for ADUs

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license for Retrocade Tap and Wing House and amendments to short-term rental regulations for accessory dwelling units. The body will also consider several contracts for infrastructure and renovation projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Ordinance 525 changing short‑term rental rules for ADUs

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items unanimously. It granted a liquor license to Retrocade LLC and adopted Ordinance 525, which amends short‑term rental licensing for properties with accessory dwelling units (vote 5‑2). The Board also approved contracts for a PFAS treatment pilot and a Camber Business Enhancement Grant, increasing the grant total to $9,650 (vote 6‑1). All other motions, including opening and closing executive sessions, passed unanimously.

Thu Jul 24, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Mural Fest

The Public Arts Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss Mural Fest. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and this single discussion topic.

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Wed Jul 23, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review draft Comprehensive Plan visions and goals

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the draft visions, goals, and strategies for the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 23, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved agenda, consent agenda and adjourned (5-0 votes)

The commission voted 5-0 to approve the meeting agenda. It then approved the consent agenda, which included the June 23, 2025 minutes, also by a 5-0 vote. Finally, the commission adjourned the meeting with a 5-0 vote.

Wed Jul 16, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board to consider site plan for Centrum Condominiums

The Board of Trustees will review a motion for continuance regarding the final plat and site plan for Centrum Condominiums. The meeting also includes updates on a public works facility and the Fraser Bike Park.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved agenda, consent items and adjourned the meeting

The trustees approved the meeting agenda with a 7‑0 vote. They then approved the consent agenda, which included a continuance motion for the Centrum Condominiums site plan, also by 7‑0. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Mural Fest 2025 and Fire & Ice 2026

The Public Arts Committee will meet to discuss upcoming community art events. The agenda includes planning for Mural Fest 2025 and Fire & Ice 2026.

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✓ Decided: Committee set a $50,000 budget estimate for the 2026 Fire & Ice event.

The Public Arts Committee approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously (9‑0 votes). They agreed to increase the stipend for ski‑chair painters to $300 each. The committee allocated $1,500 for social‑media advertising for the Mural Festival, with Fraser Valley Arts handling the purchases. A $50,000 cost estimate was set for the 2026 Fire & Ice event, a detailed presentation will be prepared for the town board, and a follow‑up Zoom meeting was scheduled for July 24 at 9 a.m.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

Fraser DDA to review budget, workplan, and downtown development ideas

The Downtown Development Authority Board will discuss the DDA workplan, budget review, and district enhancements. The board will also consider sculpture and signage ideas and follow up on the Town Comprehensive Plan.

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✓ Decided: Board allocates up to $20,000 for a new downtown sculpture project

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It approved allocating up to $20,000 for a rotating sculpture and signage near the train station and will issue a call for artists with that budget limit. Discussion of further enhancements to Mural Park was postponed. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous vote.

Wed Jul 2, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to hold public hearing on affordable housing zoning incentives

The Board of Trustees will consider a code amendment to provide zoning incentives for affordable housing developments. The meeting includes decisions on several infrastructure contracts and a discussion regarding the Grand County Historical Preservation Registry.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Ordinance 524 to allow affordable housing zoning incentives

The trustees approved Ordinance 524 amending Chapter 19 to permit affordable‑housing zoning incentives, passing 5‑1. They also approved a contract with HRS Water Consultants, Inc. for water‑rights work (6‑0). The board agreed to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Grand County Historical Preservation Board and postponed a decision on the Centrum Condominiums final plat. All other routine items, including the consent agenda and agenda approval, were adopted unanimously.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees may attend Colorado Municipal League Annual Conference

The Board of Trustees is discussing attendance at the Colorado Municipal League Annual Conference in Breckenridge. Two or more members may attend the event from June 24 to June 27, 2025.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss short-term rental rules for accessory dwelling units

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a draft code amendment. This amendment concerns the regulation of short-term rental licensing for properties that include an accessory dwelling unit.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approves short-term rental code amendment for ADUs

The Fraser Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda minutes, each with a 5‑0 vote. It also adopted PC Resolution 2025-06-01, recommending approval of a code amendment to regulate short‑term rentals on properties with accessory dwelling units, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; the parking garage discussion was postponed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. with a 5‑0 vote.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Board of Trustees

June 18 Board of Trustees meeting canceled

The Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2025.

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Mon Jun 16, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees holds retreat June 16-17

The Board of Trustees is conducting a retreat at the Frisco Town Hall. The provided agenda contains no specific legislative items or decisions for vote.

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Thu Jun 12, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Mural Fest 2025

The Public Arts Committee will meet to discuss Mural Fest 2025 and welcome a new member. The meeting also includes the approval of the May 8, 2025, minutes.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee approved agenda, consent agenda and adjourned

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda (8-0). It also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from May 8, 2025 (8-0). The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote (8-0). No other formal actions were taken.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA to review Downtown Vision update for Town of Fraser Comprehensive Plan

The Downtown Development Authority Board will conduct a walking tour of downtown to discuss district enhancements. The board will also receive an update and provide feedback on the Downtown Vision for the Town of Fraser Comprehensive Plan.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $1.1 million bike park contract

The board approved the $1.1 million contract with Avid for the downtown bike park. The agenda and consent agenda were each approved unanimously (5‑0). The board set the Downtown Development Authority event for Monday, August 5, 4‑6 pm. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (5‑0).

Wed Jun 4, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board to consider eminent domain for right-of-way acquisition

The Board of Trustees and Fraser Housing Authority will discuss several resolutions involving land conservation, housing agreements, and infrastructure. Key items include a potential eminent domain action for right-of-way expansion and budget adjustments for the Fraser Bike Park.

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✓ Decided: Board approved expansion of Clayton Court right-of-way and eminent domain acquisition

The Fraser Board of Trustees unanimously approved six resolutions, including a conservation easement with Colorado Open Lands, a housing development amendment, increased funding for the Fraser Bike Park, a lease letter of intent for Grand Kids Learning Center, and a right-of-way expansion with eminent domain acquisition. The Board also approved a grant agreement for the Fraser Housing Authority. An executive session on right-of-way strategy was opened and then closed, both by unanimous vote.

Wed May 28, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Centrum Condominiums site plan and housing incentives

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the major site plan and final plat for Centrum Condominiums. The body will also discuss a draft code amendment for affordable housing zoning incentives and review a recap of the March Comprehensive Plan open house.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved affordable housing zoning incentives amendment

The commission approved the Centrum Condominiums major site plan and final plat, adding a condition for parkland dedication. It also approved a draft code amendment creating affordable‑housing zoning incentives. Both motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

Wed May 21, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser trustees to vote on business grants and hear capital updates

The Fraser Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2025, at Fraser Town Hall and virtually. The board will discuss and possibly vote on additional Business Enhancement Grant awards, hear financial updates on The Drop service, and receive a capital projects update. The meeting includes a workshop tour of the current Public Works Facility and a presentation on the design of a new facility at 6W.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $25,000 Business Enhancement Grants resolution

The Fraser Board of Trustees approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously. They adopted Resolution 2025-05-08, increasing the Business Enhancement Grants award to $25,000. The board also appointed interim leadership for the Downtown Development Authority and added a member to the Public Arts Committee. An executive session on Right of Way Strategy was opened, closed, and the meeting was adjourned.

Tue May 13, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA Board to appoint new chair after resignation, discuss downtown activations

The Downtown Development Authority Board will discuss a chair resignation and appoint a new chair, consider a pop-up collaboration with Fraser Valley Metropolitan Recreation District, and review downtown activation proposals including Revel in the Park, selfie stands, wayfinding, and kinetic sculpture possibilities. Additional business enhancement grants and a DDA trash pick-up and happy hour event are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board appoints new Chair and Vice Chair after resignation

The board accepted Chair Lori Hannan's resignation effective May 31, 2025. Members unanimously appointed Parks Thomson as the new Chair and Tiffany Gatesman as the new Vice Chair. The board also approved the agenda, consent agenda, and agreed to send a poll for scheduling a trash‑pick‑up happy hour. A subcommittee was tasked with reviewing two business‑enhancement grant applications.

Thu May 8, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to review Mural Fest applications

The Fraser Public Arts Committee will review applications for Mural Fest during their regular meeting. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee approved 24 artists for the 2025 Mural Festival

The committee approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously (7‑0 each). It voted to accept 24 artists, including six local artists, for the Mural Festival and to create a waitlist of ten artists. The committee selected Carolina Snyder and Tommy Branson to paint two ski chairs, with Tanya Stern and Seth Blevins as backups. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (7‑0).

Wed May 7, 2025

Board of Trustees

Trustees to consider economic incentives for WDK Hotel (Marriott) development

The board will discuss and possibly act on a resolution to authorize the mayor to sign an economic incentives agreement with WDK Hotel Fraser Delaware LLC for the Rendezvous Marriott Hotel project. Other major items include adopting an affordable housing fee incentive program and an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units by-right in the LDSF district. Consent agenda items cover contracts for a billing system audit with Raftelis and a watermain loop on Quail Drive with TFW Construction LLC, along with an improvement agreement for Byers Peak Ranch parcels.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Affordable Housing fee incentive program and related ordinances

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included contracts for a billing system review, a watermain loop, and an improvement agreement with Byers Peak Properties. It also adopted the Affordable Housing Fee Incentive Program, Ordinance 523 (Affordable Housing Fee Incentive), Ordinance 522 (Accessory Dwelling Units by right), and an amended contract with Ranch Creek Waste. The meeting was then adjourned after all motions carried 6‑0.

Thu May 1, 2025

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

JFOC to consider Tetra Tech contract for WWTP design and new general counsel

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee will consider two resolutions: approving a contract with Tetra Tech for design of various capital improvements at the Upper Fraser Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant, and selecting a new general counsel for the plant. They will also receive updates on the industrial pretreatment program, first quarter 2025 EQR report, and filter plant status. The meeting is on May 1, 2025 at Fraser Town Hall and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Approved $323,006 wastewater plant design work and formed legal counsel subcommittee

The committee approved Resolution 2025-05-01, authorizing Tetra Tech to begin design work for wastewater treatment plant improvements with a not‑to‑exceed price of $323,006.41. A subcommittee was created to review proposals for a new general counsel for the plant, with a recommendation to be presented at the next meeting. Both actions passed unanimously.

Wed Apr 23, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Grand Park West Mountain Filing 2 sketch plan

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on the Grand Park West Mountain Filing 2 sketch plan, a proposed development. They will also receive a recap of the Comprehensive Plan Open House and an update on Chapter 19 code amendments for affordable housing, including a density bonus discussion.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved agenda, consent agenda and adjourned the meeting

The commission approved the amended agenda with a 4‑0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda, including the March 26 minutes, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 4‑0 motion.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to discuss affordable housing and business grants

The Board of Trustees will consider an affordable housing fee incentive program and additional business enhancement grant awards. The meeting includes a workshop on St. Louis Landing and executive sessions regarding economic incentives and joint facilities.

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✓ Decided: Board approved additional business grant awards and advanced affordable housing plan

The trustees approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, including prior minutes and a land‑use resolution, each by a 6‑0 vote. They adopted Resolution 2025‑04‑06 to award additional business enhancement grants, also 6‑0. The board voted to move forward with the affordable housing program by preparing a resolution and ordinance at a future meeting, again 6‑0. An executive session on economic incentives and joint facilities oversight was opened and later closed, both by unanimous votes.

Thu Apr 10, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Mural Fest 2025 and sculpture

The Public Arts Committee will meet to discuss the Goranson Sculpture/Ojo Agave and Mural Fest 2025. The committee will also review minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda and consent items, then adjourned

The Public Arts Committee approved the meeting agenda with a 7-0 vote. The consent agenda, including the minutes, was also approved unanimously (7-0). The meeting was then adjourned by a 7-0 vote.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA Board to review economic incentive request for Rendezvous Marriott Hotel

The Downtown Development Authority Board will discuss an economic incentive request for the Rendezvous Marriott Hotel. The board is also considering several business enhancement grant applications and an economic impact analysis for the Fraser Valley Art Center.

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✓ Decided: Board set tentative Spring DDA Hour and approved business grants

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the March 11 minutes, and the existing Business Enhancement Grants, with a minor reduction for Solstice Bistro. It recommended approving new grant requests from Fraser Beer Co ($6,000) and TAK Enterprises ($3,600) and determined the Fox Run Apartments request was ineligible. The board agreed on a tentative Spring DDA Hour for Thursday, May 29 at 5:15 PM. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to consider mountain passenger rail station support

The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially act on resolutions regarding transportation and land development. Key items include a proposed rail station and the approval of site plans for two residential projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approved rail station support, several development plats, and a property purchase

The Board approved a resolution supporting a Mountain Passenger Rail Station in Fraser (6‑0). It also approved final plats for the Ascent Condominiums and the Village at Grand Park filing 3, with votes of 6‑0 and 5‑1 respectively. Additionally, the Board ratified the contract to purchase 208 E. Eisenhower Drive (6‑0).

Wed Mar 26, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider ADUs by right in LDSF zone

The Fraser Planning Commission will discuss and possibly vote on a code amendment allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right in the Low Density Single Family (LDSF) zone. They will also hold a workshop on proposed Chapter 19 amendments for affordable housing incentives. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and an open forum for public comment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved ADUs by right in LDSF zone

The Fraser Planning Commission voted 6‑0 to adopt PC Resolution 2025‑03‑01, amending the code to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a right in the low‑density single‑family (LDSF) zone. The change shifts ADUs from a conditional to a permitted use for roughly 40 properties, including eight publicly owned. The agenda and consent agenda were also approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned. No other motions were decided.

Wed Mar 26, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment holds procedural special meeting

This special meeting of the Fraser Board of Adjustment is largely procedural, with only consent agenda items (approval of prior meeting minutes and sign-in sheet) and an open forum. No variances, appeals, or other substantive matters are listed for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Board approved extension of approval period for The Ascent height variance

The Board of Adjustment held a special meeting on March 26, 2025. Commissioners approved the agenda and the consent agenda unanimously. They adopted Resolution 2026-03-01, extending the duration of approval for The Ascent height variance, with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to consider business grants and DDA budget

The Board of Trustees will discuss the approval of Business Enhancement Grant awards for several local businesses. The meeting also includes a review of the revised Downtown Development Authority budget and a request for congressionally directed spending for St. Louis Landing and an Early Childhood Education Center.

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✓ Decided: Trustees approve $72,917 in business enhancement grants (4-1)

The Fraser Board of Trustees approved Resolution 2025-03-09, awarding business enhancement grants totaling $72,917 to eight local businesses, with conditions for two recipients. The board also approved resolutions authorizing the town manager to sign an IPP compliance letter, appropriating funds to the Downtown Development Authority, and applying for congressionally directed spending for St. Louis Landing and an early childhood education center. Additionally, the board appointed Adam Cwiklin to the Colorado River Basin Round Table and Peggy Smith to the Winter Park and Fraser Chamber.

Thu Mar 13, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Fraser Public Arts Committee to discuss replacing Camber mural for Mural Fest 2025

The committee will discuss Mural Fest 2025, specifically commissioning a new mural at the Camber location to replace the existing one. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other business.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee votes to hire Dealer Takes Four for Mural Fest awards party

The Fraser Public Arts Committee discussed Mural Festival logistics, including artist stipends, mural placement, and event scheduling. The only formal vote was to hire Dealer Takes Four for the awards party. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were discussion only.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA Board to consider revised 2025 budget and nine business enhancement grants

The Downtown Development Authority Board will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 2025-03-01 for a revised 2025 annual budget. They will also review nine applications for the 2025 Town of Fraser Business Enhancement Grants, including projects from Holiday Inn, Simple Coffee, Camber, and others. Additionally, the board will hold a DDA TIF Assessment Review and discuss supplemental grant funding.

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✓ Decided: DDA recommends revised 2025 budget to Fraser Town Board

The Downtown Development Authority Board recommended approval of the revised 2025 annual budget to the Fraser Town Board, and approved subcommittee recommendations for business enhancement grants, including ADA upgrades and mural refresh at Camber. The board also discussed supplemental grant funding and heard an update on the TIF assessment review.

Wed Mar 5, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board considers ordinance raising mayor and trustee compensation

The Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly adopt Ordinance No. 521 to increase compensation for the mayor and board members, along with related resolutions for committee compensation. Consent items include resolutions for well rehabilitation and sewer maintenance, and a letter of support for a river bank stabilization project. The board will also hear updates from the Winter Park Fraser Chamber of Commerce, Grand County Library District, and a marketing update. An executive session is planned regarding property acquisition negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Fraser trustees approve compensation increases for board and committee members

The Fraser Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 521, increasing compensation for the Mayor and Board of Trustees, and resolutions setting compensation for the Planning Commission, Public Arts Committee, and Economic Development Advisory Committee. All votes were 5-0. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a letter of support for a riverbank stabilization project and resolutions for well and sewer maintenance.

Wed Feb 26, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on The Ascent major site plan and final plat

The Fraser Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two major development approvals: The Ascent major site plan and final plat, and The Village at Grand Park Filing 3 final plat. Both items include supporting documents and draft resolutions recommending approval.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of 25-unit Ascent condos

The Fraser Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of The Ascent, a 25-unit multifamily development at 601 S. Zerex St., and also voted 6-0 to recommend approval of The Village at Grand Park Filing 3 final plat. Both recommendations include updated conditions, such as adding a trash enclosure and providing phasing information. No public comment was received for either item.

Wed Feb 26, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board hears appeal of denied variance for The Ascent

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests: an appeal of an administrative variance denial for The Ascent, and a variance to the Riverwalk District commercial frontage requirement for Centrum. No other substantive business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Ascent height variance appeal, Centrum frontage variance

The Board of Adjustment approved two variances. The first approved an appeal of a staff denial, allowing The Ascent condominiums to exceed the 45-foot height limit to 49.5 feet, despite not meeting all variance criteria. The second approved a variance for the Centrum project to reduce the required commercial frontage depth along Clayton Court from 20 feet to zero feet in portions of the lot less than 90 feet deep.

Thu Feb 20, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to recap Fire & Ice, discuss Mural Fest

The committee will hold a special meeting to recap the recent Fire & Ice event and discuss plans for Mural Fest. No votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are primarily discussion and future planning.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee reviews Fire & Ice event, plans next year's improvements

The Public Arts Committee held a special meeting to review the Fire & Ice event and discuss planning for next year. The committee approved the agenda and adjourned, but took no formal votes on substantive decisions. All discussion items were forward-looking proposals and considerations, with a follow-up meeting tentatively set for early fall.

Wed Feb 19, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser Board of Trustees to consider new water and wastewater rates

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Affordable Housing Program and a regular meeting to discuss utility fees and park designs. The body will consider resolutions regarding water-wastewater rates and the Avid Bike Park conceptual design.

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✓ Decided: Fraser approves new water-wastewater rates and Avid Bike Park design

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved Resolution 2025-02-03 adopting new water-wastewater rates and service fees, and Resolution 2025-02-04 approving the Avid Bike Park conceptual design. Both motions passed 7-0. The board also approved the consent agenda and held an executive session on deed restriction applications.

Thu Feb 13, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee meeting canceled

The Public Arts Committee meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was canceled.

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Thu Feb 13, 2025

Joint Facilities Oversite Committee

JFOC to vote on water quality legal services contract with Clark Hill

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to approve Clark Hill legal services for water quality work. The committee will also consider consent agenda items including the 4th quarter EQR report, the JFOC agreement, wastewater treatment plant discharge permits, and a copper permit modification. Additionally, there will be an update on the Industrial Pretreatment Program and wastewater treatment plant improvements.

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✓ Decided: JFOC approves Clark Hill Legal Services for water quality work

The Joint Facilities Oversight Committee approved Resolution 2025-02-01, appointing Clark Hill Legal Services as general counsel for water quality work, following the retirement of current counsel Gene Riordan. The committee also approved the consent agenda, including the November 2024 minutes, Q4 EQR report, JFOC agreement, and wastewater discharge permits. Updates were given on the industrial pretreatment program and wastewater treatment plant improvements, but no other formal decisions were made.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

DDA to discuss 2025 budget and tax increment assessment

The Downtown Development Authority Board will discuss and possibly act on the 2025 proposed budget, a tax increment assessment update from the county assessor, and a draft investment policy for tax increment funds. The board will also review survey results from the Fraser Comprehensive Plan related to retail and restaurant uses, and discuss sidewalk snow removal and community networking events.

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✓ Decided: DDA approves investment policy, posts to town website

The Fraser Downtown Development Authority Board approved its working investment policy and will post it to the Town of Fraser website, with continued work on the document in future years. The board also learned that 2025 tax increment revenue will be significantly lower than expected ($36,862 actual vs. $65,000 estimated) due to an assessor calculation error. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed or deferred to future meetings.

Wed Feb 5, 2025

Board of Trustees

Trustees to vote on contracts for Town Hall renovation and Public Works design

The Fraser Board of Trustees will consider two contracts: one with MW Golden for Town Hall renovations (Resolution 2025-02-01) and one with D2C Architects for a Public Works facility design (Resolution 2025-02-02). The board will also hear a 2024 recap from Fraser Valley Arts, discuss filling an open Downtown Development Authority board seat, and hold executive sessions on legal advice and negotiations related to rights-of-way and facilities oversight.

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✓ Decided: Fraser approves Town Hall renovation and Public Works design contracts

The Board of Trustees approved two contracts: one with MW Golden for Town Hall renovations and one with D2C Architects for Public Works facility design, both by 6-0 votes. The board also voted to wait until October 2025 to fill a Downtown Development Authority board seat. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational updates or executive session matters.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Fire & Ice 2025

The Public Arts Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the Fire & Ice 2025 event. The committee will review a timeline for the project.

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✓ Decided: Public Arts Committee approves agenda, discusses event logistics

The Public Arts Committee held a special meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the agenda and consent agenda, and discussed event preparations including generator use, shorter event duration, safety measures, and volunteer coordination. No formal votes on policy or funding occurred.

Wed Jan 22, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board to decide on Rendezvous hotel, Grand Park subdivision, and land use workshop

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Comprehensive Plan, Downtown Fraser and Riverwalk District conceptual plans, and the Future Land Use Map. During the regular meeting, they will consider and possibly act on several resolutions: an amended final planned development plan for a hotel in Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 8, a water tap reimbursement agreement for the same project, and a revised final plat and FPDP for Grand Park West Mountain Filing 1. Other items include a business enhancement grant amendment for Fraser Valley Distilling and a request for limited phased construction of St. Louis Landing. The board will also hear a Treasurer's report and an update from Mountain Parks Electric.

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✓ Decided: Trustees approve Rendezvous hotel plan, water deal, Grand Park plat

The Board of Trustees approved three resolutions: the Rendezvous EMF 8 Hotel amended FPDP, the Rendezvous Water Tap Repayment Agreement, and the Grand Park West Mountain Filing 1 revised FPDP and Final Plat. They also took no action on a grant amendment for Fraser Valley Distilling, directing the applicant to apply in the next cycle. The meeting included reports from the Finance Director and Mountain Parks Electric, plus updates on regional transit and chamber matters.

Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees meeting for January 15, 2025, cancelled

The Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 15, 2025, was cancelled. It has been moved to January 22, 2025.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Planning Commission

Commission to consider Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1 final plat

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the revised FPDP and final plat for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan's land use maps and the Centrum sketch plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Grand Park West Mountain Filing 1

The Fraser Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the revised Final Plat and FPDP for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1 (Planning Areas 10W & 11W), which increases the number of lots from 14 to 21. The recommendation will go to the Board of Trustees for final action. The commission also heard presentations on the Comprehensive Plan and the Centrum Sketch Plan but took no action on those items.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

Downtown Development Authority Board

Fraser DDA to discuss tax investment policy and Northland Securities agreement

The Downtown Development Authority Board will review a draft tax increment investment policy and a 2025 service agreement with Northland Securities. The board will also address a member resignation and update its 2024-2025 work plan.

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✓ Decided: DDA accepts resignation, approves Northland Securities contract

The Downtown Development Authority Board accepted the resignation of board member Angela Nichols and recommended leaving the seat vacant until October 2025. The board also approved the 2025 service agreement with Northland Securities, not to exceed $5,000, and designated a posting place for meeting notices. Several items were discussed for future action, including the tax increment investment policy, grant programs, and a work plan review.

Mon Jan 13, 2025

Other Public Meetings Postings

Town officials discuss childcare, mental health initiatives

The Mayors, Managers and Commissioners meeting will discuss childcare support, mental health initiatives, and updates from each town. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items only.

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Thu Jan 9, 2025

Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee to discuss Fire & Ice 2025

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss planning for Fire & Ice 2025. The agenda includes a review of the event timeline and a proposal regarding Sacred Geometry.

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✓ Decided: Fire and Ice 2025 event plans discussed, no formal decisions made

The Public Arts Committee met and approved the agenda and consent agenda, both by 9-0 votes. The main discussion covered plans for the Fire and Ice 2025 event, including safety measures, vendor management, entertainment, and a confirmed $9,000 fireworks budget. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were only discussed.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Board of Trustees

Fraser trustees to consider moving municipal election from April to November

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a brew pub liquor license for Vicious Cycle Brewing Company, discuss increasing the Service Line Incentive Program (SLIP), and vote on a contract with Triple M Construction for sidewalks on Norgren projects. They will also consider Ordinance No. 520 to change the regular municipal election date from April to November and adjust trustee terms, and vote on extending the final plat phasing plan for Village at Grand Park Filing 2.

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✓ Decided: Board approves brew pub liquor license and sidewalk contract

The Fraser Board of Trustees approved a liquor license for Vicious Cycle Brewing Company, increased service line incentive program loan forgiveness, contracted with Triple M Construction for sidewalks, and changed the municipal election date. A request to extend the Final Plat Phasing Plan for The Village at Grand Park Filing 2 was withdrawn after the developer argued it remains valid.

Wed Jan 1, 2025

Board of Trustees

January 1, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting cancelled

This regular meeting of the Fraser Board of Trustees scheduled for January 1, 2025, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2025. No business was conducted.

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