Fraser public meetings in 2025
73 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Fire & Ice 2026 event planning
- Public Arts Committee meeting held at Fraser Town Hall
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (10-0)
- Approved consent agenda (10-0)
- Adjourned meeting (10-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Executive session for legal advice and negotiation strategy regarding 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.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Opened executive session on litigation (5-0)
- Closed executive session on litigation (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Future TIF Projections presented by Troy Bernberg of Northland
- Fraser Center For The Creative Arts proposal for future DDA contributions
- Ski, Ride, Save promotion advertising
- Railroad Station Signage updates
- Town Of Fraser Business Enhancement Grant Applications
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (8-0)
- Authorized Fraser Valley Arts to develop proposal for DDA contributions (8-0-1)
- Approved $1,000 Google ad spend for January and up to $3,000 for video content (9-0)
- Approved railroad station signage not to exceed $3,000 (7-0)
- Approved adjournment (8-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025‑12‑01: Contract with Phaze Concrete for Clayton Ct streetscape
- Resolution 2025‑12‑02: Approval of 2026 donor‑advised funding requests
- Resolution 2025‑12‑03: Fraser Downtown Development Authority intergovernmental agreement
- Public Hearing: 2026 budgets for Town of Fraser and Downtown Development Authority
- Ordinance No. 529: Amend Chapter 19 to regulate outdoor storage and vehicle sales
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.
- Approved Phaze Concrete contract for Clayton Ct streetscape (7‑0)
- Approved 2026 donor‑advised funding requests (7‑0)
- Approved Fraser Downtown Development Authority intergovernmental agreement (7‑0)
- Approved Fraser Bike Park logo (7‑0)
- Approved 2026 budget resolutions for revenues, appropriations, taxes, and departmental budgets (7‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 529 regulating outdoor storage and vehicle sales (4‑3)
- Approved 2026 Town Manager contract (7‑0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Public hearing on 2026 Town of Fraser and Downtown Development Authority budgets
- Resolution 2025-11-04 to ratify contract to purchase 360 Railroad Ave
- Ordinance 529 to regulate vehicle sales and outdoor storage in Chapter 19
- Resolution 2025-11-05 for a Memorandum of Understanding with Fraser Valley Community Media
- Resolution 2025-11-06 adopting the 2026 Joint Facilities Fund Budget
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.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (minutes and 2026 Joint Facilities Fund Budget) (5-0)
- Authorized MOU with Fraser Valley Community Media (5-0)
- Ratified contract to purchase 360 Railroad Ave (5-0)
- Opened public hearing on 2026 town and downtown development authority budgets (5-0)
- Continued public hearing on 2026 budgets to Dec 3, 2025 (5-0)
- Continued hearing on Ordinance 529 (vehicle sales and outdoor storage) to Dec 3, 2025 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Public Arts Committee
The Public Arts Committee will meet to review minutes from October 9, 2025. The primary discussion item for the meeting is Fire & Ice 2026.
- Discussion of Fire & Ice 2026
- Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
- Approved consent agenda (8-0)
- Agreed to include Lava Box vendor/display at Fire and Ice 2026 (unanimous)
- Scheduled lift‑chair bus stop repaint project for after Fire and Ice, tentatively June 2026 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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.
- Resolution 2025-11-01 adopting the 2026 JFF budget
- Resolution 2025-11-02 approval for plant manager to sign Hensel Phelps proposal for underdrain replacement installation
- Resolution 2025-11-04 approval for plant manager to sign FCS proposal to evaluate regional water alternatives
- Resolution 2025-11-03 approval of new general counsel for the UFVWWTP
- Introduction of new WWTP superintendent Logan Wray
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.
- Approved plant manager’s authority to sign Hensel Phelps underdrain replacement proposal (unanimous)
- Approved plant manager’s authority to sign FCS proposal to evaluate regional water alternatives (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of new general counsel for UFVWWTP (unanimous)
- Returned 2026 JFF budget to member boards for approval (no action)
- Introduced new WWTP superintendent Logan Wray (informational)
- Approved consent agenda (minutes Aug 14, 2025 and 3rd‑quarter EQR report) (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Review of the Draft Fraser Forward Comprehensive Plan
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.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Discussion of DDA 2026 Budget Message
- Review of DDA Town of Fraser Memorandum of Understanding
- Social Media and Event Support (Callie McDermott)
- Ski, Ride, Save Promotion Winter 2025‑2026
- Come Up Conference Series Discussion – Park Thompson
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.
- Approved DDA 2026 Budget Message (5-0)
- Approved DDA Town of Fraser IGA (5-0)
- Agreed to have Events Coordinator Callie McDermott manage social‑media reposts
- Tasked Marketing Manager Sarah Wieck to prepare a Google‑ads budget proposal for December
- Added influencer‑marketing discussion to the December agenda
- Formed a working group (Parks Thomson and Steve Fitzgerald) to develop a youth conference series
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance 528: Public hearing on nonfunctional turf prohibition
- FHA 2025-11-01: Issuance of Housing Facilities Revenue Bonds for St. Louis Landing
- Resolution 2025-11-01: Contract with Conroy Excavating for Clayton Ct hydrants
- Resolution 2025-11-03: Contract with D2C for 100% Design PW Building
- Resolution 2025-11-02: Surety reduction for Byers Peak Ranch Filing 2 and Mill Ave Apartments
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).
- Approved consent agenda items (minutes, contract, surety reduction) (5-0)
- Approved D2C 100% Design Public Works Building (5-0)
- Authorized issuance of housing facilities revenue bonds for St. Louis Landing (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 528 – Nonfunctional Turf Prohibition (5-0)
- Continued public hearing on Ordinance 529 – Vehicle Sales and Storage to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Special Event Permit for Festival of Trees on Dec 5 (5-0)
- Approved Fraser River Valley Lion’s Club Drop Hunger item (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance No. 527 – temporary moratorium on Business Zone land use applications (emergency declaration)
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).
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Ordinance No. 527 temporary moratorium denied (5-2)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Planning Commission
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.
- Discussion of Proposition 123 fast‑track review requirements for affordable housing developments
- Review of staff memo and guidance documents related to Proposition 123
- Consideration of Resolution 2025‑05‑04 adopting the Town of Fraser Affordable Housing Fee Incentive Program
- Discussion of residential uses within the Business Zone District
- Review of staff report and sample commercial‑zone district matrices
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Directed staff to tie fast‑track housing review to 20% affordable‑unit threshold
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Winter Park Film Festival Sponsorship Request – Connor Nelson/Parks Thompson
- Transit Budget and Service Options – Michael (Transit Cost Challenges Staff Briefing)
- Resolution 2025-10-02 to pursue collection of outstanding Pre‑Certificate of Occupancy quarterly water and sewer service fees
- Resolution 2025-10-03 to extend building permits for 78 and 118 Market Street
- Ordinance No. 527 imposing a temporary moratorium on land‑use applications in the Business Zone District and declaring an emergency
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.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Authorized collection of $37,866.11 water/sewer fees (4-0)
- Approved Market Street Building Permit Extension with tax conditions (4-0)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 527 temporary moratorium (4-0)
- Deferred Winter Park Film Festival sponsorship request
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Grand Resources Incubator Project (GRIP) feasibility study overview
- 2026 DDA Budget Revision
- Fraser Comprehensive Plan- Downtown Vision & Economic Development DRAFT
- Possible DDA sponsorship for Fraser Railroad Station Signage
- DDA Board Officer Appointments
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (7-0)
- Reappointed officers: Parks Thomson (Chair), Tiffany Gatesman (Vice Chair), Katie Soles (Secretary), Nick Crabr (Treasurer) (7-0)
- Approved revised 2026 budget reducing revenue to $42,336 (7-0)
- Authorized staff to approve grant requests up to $2,000 and extend grants by one year
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Fire & Ice 2026 – discussion item
- Mary Jane Float – discussion item presented by Callie
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
- Decided to explore adding a Lava Box fire feature
- Cynthia to contact the interactive light sculpture artist from last year
- Cynthia to check with Carrie about Denver fire dancers
- Committee agreed to consider participation in the Mary Jane parade, pending confirmation
Board of Trustees
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.
- 2026 Draft Budget review
- Centrum Condominiums Final Plat and Major Site Plan (Motion for Continuance)
- Resolution 2025-10-01 authorizing Town Manager to sign Tap Credit Acknowledgement
- 2026 Business Enhancement Grant Policy updates
- Email Retention Policy update
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.
- Approved Business Enhancement Grant Policy (7-0)
- Appointed Kaydee Fisher and Adam Cwiklin to Donor Advised Funds Board (7-0)
- Approved amended Resolution 2025-10-01 authorizing Town Manager to sign tap credit acknowledgement (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including minutes and Centrum Condominiums plat (7-0)
- Moved to adjourn the meeting (7-0)
Planning Commission
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.
- Draft Code Amendment to prohibit non-functional turf (staff report and resolution)
- Draft Code Amendment to regulate vehicle sales and storage (staff report and resolution)
- Review of Colorado Senate Bill 24-005 and House Bill 25-1113 related to grasses and plants
- Discussion of Email Retention Policy (staff memo)
- Approval of minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025‑09‑01 (non‑functional turf amendment) with two research conditions; vote 6‑0
- Approved Resolution 2025‑09‑02 (vehicle sales and storage regulations) with wording review condition; vote 5‑1 (Nay Cerkvenik)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-09-07: Execute documents for ROW expansion on Clayton Court and acquire new ROW across 201 S. Wapiti Drive
- Contract to buy and sell real estate land – Emal Family Trust – Clayton Court
- Contract to buy and sell real estate land – Bartoloni Sara Jane – Clayton Court
- Resolution 2025-09-05: Amend the contract with Cushing Terrell for the Comprehensive Plan update
- Resolution 2025-09-06: Rendezvous Community Trash Enclosure License Agreement
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.
- Approved amended agenda (6-0)
- Approved amended consent agenda (6-0)
- Appointed Adam Cwiklin and Julie White to Budget Committee (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-09-05 amending Cushing Terrell contract (6-0)
- Tabled Resolution 2025-09-06 Rendezvous Trash Enclosure Agreement (6-0)
- Opened executive session on property acquisition (6-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Review and possible approval of the draft 2026 DDA budget
- Consider re‑appointment of board members
- Discuss District Enhancement Projects, specifically a possible Ace mural
- Open forum for public comments
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.
- Approve agenda (8-0)
- Approve consent agenda (8-0)
- Reappoint William Palmer to board (4‑year term)
- Reappoint Tiffany Gatesman to board (4‑year term)
- Approve 2026 budget draft (~$80,000) (9-0)
- Adjourn meeting (9-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance 526: Supplemental budget to appropriate and loan funds to Fraser Housing Authority for St. Louis Landing
- Resolution 2025-09-02: Reimbursement to Strom Townhomes, LLC for gas main extension on Clayton Court
- Resolution 2025-09-01: Authorization for bike park naming and sponsorship agreements
- Resolution 2025-09-03: Appointment of DDA Board members
- Discussion on repair and relocation of the Eisenhower Statue
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.
- Approved St. Louis Landing Notice to Proceed (6‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 526 supplemental budget and financing for Fraser Housing Authority (6‑0)
- Appointed Town Manager as Executive Director of Fraser Housing Authority (6‑0)
- Authorized interim financing for St. Louis Landing (6‑0)
- Supported Colorado Middle Income Housing Tax Credits for St. Louis Landing (6‑0)
- Authorized Town Manager to sign Bike Park sponsorship agreements (6‑0)
- Formally titled the bike park Fraser Bike Park (6‑0)
- Approved restoration of Eisenhower statue up to $10,000 (6‑0)
Planning Commission
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.
- TF25-09: Meyer Lot 1 - Sketch Plan
- TF25-10: Grand Park Planning Area 2W.3 - Sketch Plan
- Executive session regarding legal advice on zoning regulation changes
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes July 23, 2025 (7-0)
- Set November 12, 2025 Planning Commission meeting; cancelled December meeting
- Opened executive session on zoning regulation changes (7-0)
- Closed executive session (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- 2024 Town of Fraser audited financial statements review
- St. Louis Landing project financing and bond counsel update
- Resolution 2025-08-01: FHA reimbursement for St. Louis Landing project and public improvements
- Resolution 2025-08-06: Adopting updated rates for school land dedication and fees-in-lieu
- Town Hall exterior bathroom access discussion
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.
- Amended agenda approved (6-0)
- Consent agenda approved (6-0)
- 2024 audited financial statements accepted (6-0)
- FHA Resolution 2025-08-01 reimbursement for St. Louis Landing Project approved (6-0)
- Executive session on development negotiations opened (6-0)
- Executive session on development negotiations closed (6-0)
- Meeting adjourned (6-0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Review of Mural Fest survey results
- Discussion on Fire & Ice 2026 event planning
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including July 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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).
- Vote on Resolution 2025-08-01 to approve new general counsel for UFVWWTP
- Filter Plant Update by Matt Ninneman (Hall & Evans)
- Industrial Pretreatment Program Update
- Capital Improvements Project Update by Tetra Tech
- May 2025 Wastewater Treatment Plant Monthly Report review
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.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Postponed resolution to appoint new general counsel for UFVWWTP to next meeting (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Wayfinding Design Presentation by Catherine Ross, Chamber of Commerce
- DDA Board Member Applications
- 2026 Budget planning
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes July 8, 2025 (7-0)
- Put kinetic sculpture project on hold, explore mural at Ace Hardware (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance 525 to amend Chapter 19 short-term rental licensing for properties with an ADU
- Liquor license application for Retrocade Tap and Wing House
- Resolution 2025-08-02 contract with TCC Corporation for Historic Church Renovations
- Resolution 2025-08-03 contracts with Clear Creek Inc. and Eurofins for PFAS Treatment Pilot Study
- Resolution 2025-08-05 for an additional Camber Business Enhancement Grant award
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (7‑0)
- Approved consent agenda items, including historic church renovation and PFAS pilot contracts (7‑0)
- Approved Retrocade LLC tavern liquor license (7‑0)
- Approved Ordinance 525 amending short‑term rental licensing for ADUs (5‑2)
- Approved contract with HRS, Authentic Drilling, and Eurofins (7‑0)
- Approved additional Camber Business Enhancement Grant, raising total award to $9,650 (6‑1)
- Opened and closed executive session on property acquisition and joint facilities oversight (7‑0 each)
- Adjourned meeting (7‑0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Mural Fest
Planning Commission
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.
- Review of Draft Visions, Goals, and Strategies for the Comprehensive Plan
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.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including June 23 minutes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Final Plat and Major Site Plan for Centrum Condominiums
- Resolution 2025-07-05 Fish Winter Park Fishing License
- Public Works Facility update from D2C Architects
- Fraser Bike Park update
- Treasurer's Report
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including continuance of Centrum Condominiums plan (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Public Arts Committee
The Public Arts Committee will meet to discuss upcoming community art events. The agenda includes planning for Mural Fest 2025 and Fire & Ice 2026.
- Discussion of Mural Fest 2025
- Discussion of Fire & Ice 2026
- Approval of June 12, 2025 minutes
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.
- Approve agenda (9-0)
- Approve consent agenda (9-0)
- Increase ski chair painter stipend to $300 each (unanimous agreement)
- Allocate $1,500 for Mural Festival social media ad spend
- Set $50,000 cost estimate for 2026 Fire & Ice event
- Schedule follow‑up meeting on July 24 at 9 a.m. via Zoom
- Adjourn meeting (9-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Potential sculpture and signage ideas
- Town Comprehensive Plan and downtown development follow-up
- Elk Creek Trail possibilities
- Stormwater discussion
- DDA workplan and budget review
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.
- Approve meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approve consent agenda, including June 10 minutes (5-0)
- Allocate up to $20,000 for sculpture and concrete work (decision)
- Call for artists with a maximum budget of $20,000 for the sculpture (decision)
- Postpone further discussion on Mural Park enhancements (decision)
- Adjourn meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance 524: Code amendment for affordable housing zoning incentives
- Contract with HPM, Inc. for Elk Ranch Rd PRV installation
- Contract with Edge Contracting, Inc. for S Wapiti Bridge repair
- Contract with HRS Water Consultants, Inc. for water rights north of GCR 8
- Change Order 1 for Triple M Construction
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.
- Approved Ordinance 524 amending Chapter 19 for affordable housing incentives (5-1)
- Approved Resolution 2025-07-04 contract with HRS Water Consultants, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items (minutes, contracts) (6-0)
- Agreed to sign Intergovernmental Agreement with Grand County Historical Preservation Board
- Continued decision on Final Plat and Major Site Plan for Centrum Condominiums at 150 Clayton Court (6-0)
- Opened, closed, reopened, and closed public hearing on affordable housing code amendment (each 6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Attendance at Colorado Municipal League Annual Conference at Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center
Planning Commission
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.
- Draft Code Amendment regarding Short-Term Rental Regulations For Accessory Dwelling Units
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (5-0)
- Approved PC Resolution 2025-06-01 to recommend short-term rental code amendment for ADUs (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2025.
Board of Trustees
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.
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Mural Fest 2025
- Welcome of new member Beth Nahom
- Approval of May 8, 2025, minutes
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes 5/8/25 (8-0)
- Adjourned meeting (8-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Downtown walk around starting at Fraser Train Station
- Comprehensive Plan Downtown Vision update from Nora Bland of Cushing Terrell
- Discussion on possible district enhancements
- Rescheduling of DDA event
- Updates regarding the bike park
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).
- Approved $1.1 million bike park contract with Avid (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (5‑0)
- Scheduled DDA event for Aug 5, 4‑6 pm
- Adjourned meeting (5‑0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-06-04: Expand right-of-way on Clayton Ct. and acquire 201 S. Wapiti via eminent domain
- Resolution 2025-06-01: MOU with Colorado Open Lands for Cozens Ranch conservation easement
- Resolution 2025-06-05: Increase the Avid 'not to exceed' amount for Fraser Bike Park construction
- Resolution 2025-06-03: Letter of intent for a lease with Grand Kids Learning Center at St Louis Landing
- FHA Resolution 2025-06-01: Grant agreement with Fraser Valley Housing Partnership for St. Louis Landing
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.
- Approved MOU with Colorado Open Lands for conservation easement on Cozens Ranch Open Space (5-0)
- Approved conditional amendment to Mountain Affordable Housing Developers Development Agreement (5-0)
- Approved increase to Avid's not-to-exceed amount for Fraser Bike Park construction (5-0)
- Approved letter of intent for lease agreement with Grand Kids Learning Center at St. Louis Landing (5-0)
- Approved expansion of right-of-way on Clayton Ct and acquisition of 201 S. Wapiti via eminent domain (5-0)
- Approved Fraser Housing Authority St. Louis Landing Grant Agreement (5-0)
- Opened executive session on right-of-way strategy and property acquisition (5-0)
- Closed executive session on right-of-way strategy and property acquisition (5-0)
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing and possible action on Centrum Condominiums Major Site Plan and Final Plat
- Discussion and possible action on Draft Code Amendment for Affordable Housing Zoning Incentives
- Appointment of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of Comprehensive Plan March Open House recap
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).
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Appointed Andy Miller as Chair and Bob Gnuse as Vice Chair (6-0)
- Approved Centrum Condominiums final plat and major site plan with parkland condition (6-0)
- Approved code amendment for affordable housing zoning incentives (6-0)
- Scheduled next Planning Commission meeting for June 23, 2025
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Vote on Resolution 2025-05-08 for additional Business Enhancement Grant awards
- Discussion of The Drop service financials and operations
- Capital Projects Update presentation
- Possible action on Downtown Development Authority Board Seat resignation
- Public Arts Committee application review
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (minutes May 7, 2025 and Treasurer's Report) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-05-08 Business Enhancement Grants, increasing award to $25,000 (5-0)
- Appointed Parks Thomson as interim DDA Board Chair and Tiffany Gatesman as Vice Chair
- Appointed Beth Nahom to the Public Arts Committee (5-0)
- Opened Executive Session on Right of Way Strategy and Property Acquisition (5-0)
- Closed Executive Session on Right of Way Strategy and Property Acquisition (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- DDA Chair Resignation & Appointment Of New Chair
- Potential Pop Up Collaboration with Fraser Valley Metropolitan Recreation District
- Revel In The Park Downtown Fraser Activation by Chamber of Commerce
- Selfie Stands, Wayfinding, Kinetic Sculpture Possibilities
- Additional Business Enhancement Grants
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.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda and April 8 minutes (unanimous)
- Appointed Parks Thomson as Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Tiffany Gatesman as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Board will send a Doodle poll to schedule a trash pick‑up happy hour
- Subcommittee will review two business‑enhancement grant applications
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Review of Mural Fest applications
- Approval of minutes from April 10, 2025 meeting
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).
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (7-0)
- Accepted 24 artists for Mural Festival, including 6 local artists
- Created waitlist of 10 artists for Mural Festival
- Offered ski‑chair painting to Carolina Snyder and Tommy Branson; backups Tanya Stern and Seth Blevins
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-05-05: Authorizing mayor to sign economic incentives agreement with WDK Hotel Fraser Delaware LLC for Rendezvous Marriott Hotel
- Resolution 2025-05-04 and Ordinance 523: Adopting an affordable housing fee incentive program
- Ordinance 522: Allowing accessory dwelling units by-right in the LDSF zoning district
- Resolution 2025-05-02: Contract with Raftelis for billing system review and audit
- Resolution 2025-05-03: Contract with TFW Construction LLC for Quail Drive Watermain Loop
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items: April 16 minutes, Raftelis billing system contract, TFW Construction watermain contract, Byers Peak improvement agreement (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-05-05 authorizing mayor to sign economic incentives agreement for WDK Hotel (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-05-04 adopting Affordable Housing Fee Incentive Program (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 523 Affordable Housing Fee Incentive (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 522 allowing accessory dwelling units by right in low‑density single‑family district (6-0)
- Approved amended Resolution 2025-05-06 Contract with Ranch Creek Waste, adding optional roll‑off for metal at $200 each (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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.
- Resolution 2025-05-01 to approve Tetra Tech contract for design of various capital improvements at UFVWWTP
- Resolution 2025-05-02 to approve new general counsel for UFVWWTP, with proposals from Clark Hill, Lyons Gaddis, and Seter Vander Wall
- Industrial Pretreatment Program update with compliance schedule letter dated 3.11.25
- First quarter 2025 Effluent Quality Report
- Filter plant update from Joe Fuqua
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.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-05-01 for wastewater plant design work, not‑to‑exceed $323,006.41 (unanimous)
- Established subcommittee to evaluate general counsel proposals, to report at next meeting (unanimous)
- Moved to adjourn (unanimous)
Planning Commission
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.
- Grand Park West Mountain Filing 2 Sketch Plan (development proposal with multiple supporting documents)
- Comprehensive Plan Open House recap and next steps
- Chapter 19 code amendments for affordable housing update (density bonus discussion)
- Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
- Open forum for public comment
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.
- Approved amended agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-04-06: Approval of Business Enhancement Grant awards for Fraser River Beer CO, Fox Run, and Tak Enterprises
- Affordable Housing Fee Incentive Program discussion
- Resolution 2025-04-05: Final acceptance of Grand Park Dr & Old Victory Rd - Filing #1
- Workshop update on St. Louis Landing - MAHD
- Executive sessions on economic incentives and Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (6‑0)
- Approved consent agenda, including March 19 and April 2 minutes and Grand Park resolution (6‑0)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑04‑06 for additional business enhancement grant awards (6‑0)
- Moved forward with affordable housing program to draft resolution and ordinance (6‑0)
- Opened executive session on economic incentives and joint facilities oversight (6‑0)
- Closed executive session on economic incentives and joint facilities oversight (6‑0)
- Adjourned meeting (6‑0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Goranson Sculpture/Ojo Agave
- Discussion of Mural Fest 2025
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Economic incentive request for Rendezvous Marriott Hotel
- Business enhancement grant applications for Fraser River Beer CO (ADA ramp and pad), Fox Run (siding), and Tak Enterprises (siding repair and painting)
- Fraser Valley Art Center Economic Impact Analysis
- Discussion on signage and district enhancements
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved existing Business Enhancement Grants, with minor reduction for Solstice Bistro
- Recommended approval of Fraser Beer Co $6,000 ADA ramp grant
- Recommended approval of TAK Enterprises $3,600 siding grant
- Declared Fox Run Apartments grant request ineligible
- Set tentative Spring DDA Hour for May 29, 5:15 PM
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-04-01: Support of a mountain passenger rail station in the Town of Fraser
- Resolution 2025-04-02: Final plat and major site plan for The Ascent Condominiums
- Resolution 2025-04-03: Final plat for The Village At Grand Park Filing 3
- Resolution 2025-04-04: Ratification of contract to purchase 208 E. Eisenhower Drive
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).
- Resolution 2025-04-01 Support of a Mountain Passenger Rail Station – approved 6-0
- Resolution 2025-04-02 Approving Final Plat and Major Site Plan for the Ascent Condominiums – approved 6-0
- Resolution 2025-04-03 Approving the Village at Grand Park Filing 3 Final Plat – approved 5-1 (Gregory nay)
- Resolution 2025-04-04 Ratification of Contract to Purchase 208 E. Eisenhower Drive – approved 6-0
Planning Commission
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.
- Draft code amendment to allow ADUs by right in the LDSF zone, with supporting staff report and draft ordinance
- Workshop discussion on Chapter 19 amendments for affordable housing incentives
- Consent agenda includes approval of February 26, 2025 minutes and sign-in sheet
- Open forum for public comments
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.
- Approved agenda (6‑0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes (6‑0)
- Approved PC Resolution 2025‑03‑01 allowing ADUs by right in LDSF zone (6‑0)
- Adjourned meeting (6‑0)
Board of Adjustment
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.
- Approval of minutes from February 26, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting
- Approval of sign-in sheet from February 26, 2025 joint Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission meeting
- Open forum for public comment
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.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda minutes March 26, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-03-01 extending approval duration for The Ascent height variance (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-03-09: Approval of Business Enhancement Grant awards for businesses including Holiday Inn, Simple Coffee, and Camber
- Resolution 2025-03-10 and 2025-03-11: Appropriation and adoption of the revised Downtown Development Authority budget
- Resolution 2025-03-12: Application for congressionally directed spending for St. Louis Landing and Early Childhood Education Center
- Resolution 2025-03-07: Contract with C And L Water Solutions Inc for sewer grouting
- Resolution 2025-03-08: Authorization for Town Manager to enforce IPP Compliance Letters
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-08 authorizing Town Manager to sign IPP compliance letter (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-09 business enhancement grants totaling $72,917 (4-1, Trustee Gregory nay)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-10 and 2025-03-11 for DDA budget appropriation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-12 authorizing application for congressionally directed spending (5-0)
- Appointed Adam Cwiklin to Colorado River Basin Round Table (4-0, Cwiklin recused)
- Appointed Peggy Smith to Winter Park and Fraser Chamber (4-0, Smith recused)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Mural Fest 2025 and replacing the Camber mural
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from 4/20/25 (7-0)
- Voted to hire Dealer Takes Four for the awards party (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Adoption of Resolution 2025-03-01 for revised DDA 2025 annual budget
- Review of nine Business Enhancement Grant applications (Holiday Inn, Simple Coffee, Camber, BBQ Caboose, Colorado Corndog, Grand Kids, Fraser Valley Distilling, Moose and Merchant Bakery, Black Tie Ski Rentals)
- DDA TIF Assessment Review with Troy Bernberg
- Discussion of DDA Supplemental Grant Funding
- Review of Fraser Comp Plan survey results for retail/restaurant
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.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including February 11, 2025 minutes (7-0)
- Recommended DDA Revised 2025 Annual Budget to Fraser Town Board (6-0)
- Approved business enhancement grant recommendations for Camber ADA upgrades and mural refresh (6-0, Nick Crabb recused)
- Adjourned at 10:52 a.m. (6-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Ordinance No. 521 to increase mayor and board trustee compensation and update municipal code
- Resolution 2025-03-01 for Fraser Well Rehabilitation
- Resolution 2025-03-02 for Sewer Maintenance 2025
- Letter of support for Open Lands River Trail River Bank Stabilization Project
- Executive session on property acquisition negotiations
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.
- Approved Ordinance 521 increasing Mayor and Board compensation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-03 Planning Commission compensation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-04 Public Arts Committee compensation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03-05 Economic Development Advisory Committee compensation (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including riverbank stabilization letter and well/sewer resolutions (4-0-1, Cwiklin abstained)
- Approved agenda moving Grand County Library District update to first discussion item (5-0)
Planning Commission
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.
- The Ascent - Major Site Plan and Final Plat (public hearing and possible action)
- The Village at Grand Park Filing 3 - Final Plat (public hearing and possible action)
- Consent agenda includes approval of January 15, 2025 minutes
- Open Forum for public comment
- Future agenda items discussion
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.
- Approved PC Resolution 2025-02-01 recommending approval of The Ascent Major Site Plan and Final Plat (6-0)
- Approved PC Resolution 2025-02-02 recommending approval of The Village at Grand Park Filing 3 Final Plat (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including January 15, 2025 minutes (6-0)
Board of Adjustment
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.
- Appeal of Administrative Variance Denial – The Ascent
- Variance to Riverwalk (RW) District Commercial Frontage Requirement – Centrum
- Draft Board resolutions for both items (2025-02-01 and 2025-02-02)
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.
- Approved BOA Resolution 2025-02-01, granting The Ascent height variance appeal (5-0)
- Approved BOA Resolution 2025-02-02, granting Centrum commercial frontage variance (5-0)
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including June 26, 2024 minutes (4-0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Fire & Ice recap
- Mural Fest discussion
- Other business and future agenda items
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
- Adjourned meeting (9-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-02-03: Adopting new water-wastewater rates and service fee
- Resolution 2025-02-04: Approving Avid Bike Park conceptual design
- CDOT Letter of Support for Berthoud Pass Avalanche Mitigation
- Workshop on Affordable Housing Program
- Executive session regarding Deed Restriction Applications
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-02-03 adopting new water-wastewater rates and service fees (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-02-04 approving Avid Bike Park conceptual design (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and CDOT letter of support (7-0)
- Opened and closed executive session on deed restriction applications (7-0)
Public Arts Committee
The Public Arts Committee meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was canceled.
Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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.
- Resolution 2025-02-01 approving Clark Hill legal services for water quality work
- WWTP discharge permit and modification for copper
- Industrial Pretreatment Program update and monthly report for November and December 2024
- Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements presentation by Tetra Tech
- Consent agenda includes 4th quarter EQR report and JFOC agreement
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-02-01 JFOC Approval of Clark Hill Legal Services for Water Quality Work (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda: November 2024 minutes, Q4 EQR report, JFOC Agreement, WWTP Discharge Permit, and Copper Permit Modification (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- DDA 2025 proposed budget discussion
- County assessor tax increment assessment update
- Fraser DDA tax increment investment policy draft 5.1 and grant program discussion
- Fraser Comp Plan survey results on restaurant and retail
- Sidewalk snow removal discussion with Paul Johnson
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.
- Approved working investment policy and posting to Town website (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including January 14, 2025 minutes (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Resolution 2025-02-01: contract with MW Golden for Town Hall renovations
- Resolution 2025-02-02: contract with D2C Architects for Public Works facility design
- Downtown Development Authority open board seat to be filled
- Fraser Valley Arts 2024 recap presentation
- Executive sessions for legal advice and negotiations regarding rights-of-way and Joint Facilities Oversite Committee
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-02-01 contract with MW Golden for Town Hall renovations (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-02-02 contract with D2C Architects for Public Works facility design (6-0)
- Voted to wait until October 2025 to fill Downtown Development Authority open board seat (6-0)
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Fire & Ice 2025
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Workshop on Comprehensive Plan, Downtown Fraser / Riverwalk District Conceptual Plans, and Future Land Use Map
- Resolution 2025-01-07: Approving Rendezvous East Mountain Filing 8 (Planning Area 13E) Amended FPDP for a hotel
- Resolution 2025-01-08: Authorizing the Town Manager to sign the Rendezvous Water Tap Reimbursement Agreement
- Resolution 2025-01-09: Approving Grand Park West Mountain Filing 1 (Planning Areas 10W and 11W) Revised FPDP and Final Plat
- Fraser Valley Distilling Business Enhancement Grant Amendment
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-07 Rendezvous EMF 8 Hotel - Amended FPDP (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-08 Rendezvous Water Tap Repayment Agreement (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-09 Grand Park West Mountain Filing 1 (10W & 11W) - revised FPDP and Final Plat (6-0)
- No action on Fraser Valley Distilling Business Enhancement Grant Amendment; applicant directed to March 3, 2025 cycle
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 15, 2025, was cancelled. It has been moved to January 22, 2025.
Planning Commission
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.
- Public hearing for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1 (Planning Areas 10W & 11W) revised FPDP and final plat
- PC Resolution 2025-01-01 Three Mile Plan
- Comprehensive Plan discussion on Clayton Court Concept and Future Land Use Maps
- Centrum Sketch Plan 2nd submittal (150 Clayton/150 Zerex Street)
- PC Resolution 2025-01-02 recommending approval of Grand Park WMF1 final plat and FPDP
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.
- Approved consent agenda including November 13, 2024 minutes and PC Resolution 2025-01-01 Three Mile Plan (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Grand Park WMF1 Final Plat and FPDP via PC Resolution 2025-01-02 (7-0)
- Opened and closed public hearing for Grand Park West Mountain Filing No. 1 (7-0)
- No action taken on Centrum Sketch Plan 2nd submittal
Downtown Development Authority Board
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.
- Resolution No. 2025-01-01 designating the posting place for meeting notices
- DDA Tax Increment Investment Policy draft v4.1
- 2025 Service Agreement with Northland Securities
- Resignation of board member Angela Nichols
- Review of Business Enhancement Grant Promotion & Review Subcommittee
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.
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-01-01 designating posting place for DDA meeting notices (10-0)
- Accepted resignation of board member Angela Nichols (10-0)
- Recommended to Board of Trustees to leave seat vacant until October 2025 (10-0)
- Approved 2025 Service Agreement with Northland Securities, not to exceed $5,000 (10-0)
Other Public Meetings Postings
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.
- Discussion on childcare support initiatives
- Discussion on mental health initiatives
- Updates from each participating town
Public Arts Committee
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.
- Discussion of Fire & Ice 2025 timeline
- Review of Sacred Geometry 2025 Fraser Fire and Ice proposal
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.
- Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda (9-0)
- Adjourned meeting (9-0)
Board of Trustees
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.
- Public hearing and possible action on Vicious Cycle Brew Pub liquor license (Resolution 2025-01-02)
- Resolution 2025-01-03 to increase Service Line Incentive Program (SLIP) amounts
- Resolution 2025-01-04 for a contract with Triple M Construction for Norgren sidewalks
- Ordinance No. 520 changing municipal election date from April to November and amending trustee terms
- Resolution 2025-01-05 extending approval period for final plat phasing plan of Village at Grand Park Filing 2
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.
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-02 for Vicious Cycle Brewing Company LLC Brew Pub Liquor License (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-03 Service Line Incentive Program Increases, amending to max loan forgiveness 10% with $2,250 limit (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025-01-04 Contract with Triple M Construction for sidewalks (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 520 changing municipal election date and amending Trustee Adam Cwiklin's term to November 2, 2026 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and Resolution 2025-01-01 Official Posting Location (7-0)
- Withdrew request to extend Final Plat Phasing Plan for The Village at Grand Park Filing 2
Board of Trustees
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.
- Meeting cancelled; no items considered