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👤 Members & officials (33)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Zalinski — Mayor Pro Tem
- Weimer — Councilmember
- Dehm — Mayor
- Schachter — Councilmember
- Smith — Councilmember
- Wussow — Mayor
- Townsley — Councilmember
- Godes — Councilmember
- Schmahl — Councilmember
- Kaup — Councilmember
- Simms — Councilmember
- Tate Fairbanks — Board Member
- Schmal — Councilmember
Who’s on the General
- Amy Connerton — Commissioner
- Carolyn Cipperly — Commissioner
- Connie Geiman — Commissioner
- Gregory Cowan — Commissioner
- John Houghton — Commissioner
- Pete Waller — Commissioner
Who’s on the Planning & Zoning
- Amy Connerton — Commissioner
- Pete Waller — Commissioner
- Carolyn Cipperly — Commissioner
- Joy White — Commissioner
- Gregory Cowan — Commissioner
- Connie Geiman — Commissioner
- John Houghton — Commissioner
- Patrick Corcoran — Commissioner
- George Shaver — Commissioner
- John Haughton — Commissioner
- Kyle Jones — Commissioner
- Marjorie Lear — Commissioner
- Majorie Lear — Commissioner
- Amy
Municipal budget
Total revenue$70.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$81.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$31.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$56.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7,866 (FY2023)
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to receive legal advice on three lawsuits
The City Council is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session is for receiving legal advice from the City Attorney regarding three specific legal cases.
- Legal advice regarding Mitchell Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company v. City of Glenwood Springs and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority
- Legal advice regarding City of Glenwood Springs v. Mitchell-Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company
- Legal advice regarding City of Glenwood Springs vs JG Housing Solutions, LLC
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 15, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
5:30 PM
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
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ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
5:30
1. Roll Call
2. Executive Session
Discussion and/or Action
An executive session pursuant to C.R.S. § …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Council to discuss 2027 budgets and affordable housing funding
The City Council will hold a regular session to decide on several contracts, budget items, and land use applications. The meeting includes discussions on the 2027 Public Budget and Tourism Promotion Fund, as well as funding for an affordable homeownership project.
- Funding request for 130 Midland Affordable Homeownership Project
- 2027 Tourism Promotion Fund Budget
- Award for RFP 2026-24P Pedestrian Crosswalk Maintenance
- Preliminary Plat and Right-of-Way Encroachment License for 51993 Highway 6 & 24
- Resolution 2026-23 regarding a Memorandum of Understanding with the Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 15, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
3:00
Arts and Culture Board Joint Work Session
Information/Discussion
3:30
Mountain Waste and Recycling Pay as You Throw (PAYT) Contract Discus …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30
Planning & Zoning
Glenwood Springs P&Z reviews preliminary plat for 51993 Hwy 6 & 24
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission holds a special meeting on October 6, 2026, in Council Chambers at 101 W. 8th Street, with in-person and Zoom attendance. The only substantive agenda item is SUB-000115-2026, a preliminary plat application for 51993 Hwy 6 & 24. The rest of the agenda is procedural: roll call, citizen comments on items not on the agenda, commissioner comments, director comments, and adjournment. The agenda does not state what the plat proposes or what action, if any, the Commission will take.
- SUB-000115-2026: Preliminary Plat Application for 51993 Hwy 6 & 24
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
- Special meeting held in person and via Zoom (Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Special Meeting
OCTOBER 6, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:30 PM
1
Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as virtually via Zoom. Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/86380550264 Or
Dial:719-359-4580, 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346-248-7799 US (Houston) Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2
Roll Call
3
Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
4
New Items
A. SUB-000115-2026: Preliminary Plat Application for 51993 Hwy 6 & 24
5
Commissioner Comments
6
Director Comments
7
Adjournment
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Glenwood Springs Council takes up short-term rental rules and 2027 budget
Glenwood Springs City Council meets October 1, 2026, with work sessions on the Downtown Development Authority, Confluence planning, and the Transportation Commission. In regular session, the Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 2026-22 amending city code on accessory tourist rentals and short-term rentals, and receive a presentation of the 2027 budget. Other items include a funding request for the 130 Midland affordable homeownership project, a parking fee-in-lieu request at 1600 Bennett, and a one-reading ordinance amending the 2026 appropriation ordinance.
- Ordinance 2026-22, second reading: amending municipal code on regulation and permitting of accessory tourist rentals and short-term rentals
- Ordinance 2026-21, one reading: amending the 2026 appropriation ordinance for 2025 budget carryovers, fund reallocation, and post-budget expenditures
- Funding request for the 130 Midland affordable homeownership project
- 1600 Bennett parking fee-in-lieu request
- Resolution 2026-22: encouraging CDOT to evaluate and pilot a Bustang stop on its West Line at the Eagle County Regional Airport
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 1, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME
ITEM
WORK SESSION
ACTION
3:00
Downtown Development Authority Joint Work Session
Information/Discussion
4:00
Confluence Planning Discussion
Information/ …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Xcel transmission line rebuild up for review
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will review a Location and Extent application and a 1041 Matters of State Interest application from Xcel for an electric transmission line rebuild. The meeting also includes approval of the August 25, 2026 minutes and public comment.
- L&E-000086-2026 Location and Extent Application
- 1041-000085-2026 Matters of State Interest 1041 Application
- Xcel Electric Transmission Line Rebuild
- Approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Planning commission approves STR code amendment with 10-night minimum
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission approved a code amendment (CDA-000049-2026) for short-term rentals (STRs) and accessory tourist rentals (ATRs), adding a requirement that permit holders must rent their unit at least 10 nights during each renewal period and include the number of nights rented in renewal documentation. The motion passed 6-1, with Commissioner Connie Geiman opposed. The commission also received a work session presentation on the Community Development Department's year in review.
- Approved CDA-000049-2026 STR/ATR code amendment with 10-night minimum rental requirement per renewal period (6-1)
- Seated Alternate Jim Frale via unanimous motion
- Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous, White abstaining)
- Approved July 28, 2026 meeting minutes with name correction (unanimous, Connerton and White abstaining)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1
Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as virtually via Zoom. Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/86380550264 Or
Dial:719-359-4580, 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346-248-7799 US (Houston) Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2
Roll Call
3
Receipt of the Minutes
A. August 25, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4
Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5
New Items
A. L&E-000086-2026 Location and Extent Application and 1041-000085-2026 Matters of State Interest 1041
Application - Xcel Electric Transmission Line Rebuild
6
Commissioner Comments
7
Director Comments
8
Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
August 25, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 West 8TH STREET 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Motion: Commissioner Amy Connerton made a motion to seat Alternate Jim Frale,
Commissioner Kyle Jones Seconded the motion.
Outcome: The motion passed unanimously via hand vote.
Present: Chairman Pete Waller, Joy White, Kyle Jones, John Houghton, Connie Geiman,
Amy Connerton, alternate Jim Frale (seated via motion)
Not Present: Patrick Corcoran.
Also Present: Economic and Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior
Planner Emery Ellingson, Permit Technician Joel Asplund and City Attorney Karl Hanlon.
Conflicts of Interest: No conflicts of interest were declared.
2. Receipt of the Minutes
a. June 23, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Motion: Commissioner Amy Connerton made a motion to approve the meeting minutes for
June 23, 2026, Commissioner Kyle Jones seconded.
Outcome: Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Joy White abstaining (not
present at June 23, 2026 meeting).
b. July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Motion: Alternate Jim Frale Made a motion to approve the meeting minutes for July 28,
2026 with the correction of changing the spelling of his name on one section
Commissioner John Houghton seconded the motion.
Outcome: Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Amy Connerton and Joy White
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to discuss 2027 budget and short-term rental rules
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on the 2027 budget and a Pay as You Throw contract, followed by a regular session. The regular session includes a second reading of a Comcast franchise ordinance, a discussion on accessory tourist and short-term rental regulations, and updates from Stepping Stones and Habitat for Humanity. The agenda is subject to change, and public comments must be submitted by 4 p.m. the day before the meeting.
- 2027 Budget discussion
- Pay as You Throw (PAYT) contract discussion
- Ordinance 2026-19: Comcast franchise agreement, second reading
- Ordinance 2026-22: Amending municipal code on accessory tourist and short-term rentals
- Purchase of a D6XE Trash Grade Dozer
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✓ Decided: City Council approves new regulations for short-term rentals
The City Council approved Ordinance 2026-22, which amends the municipal code regarding the permitting and regulation of accessory tourist and short-term rentals. The approved version includes a minimum of 20 nights and a minimum sales tax remittance of $150 over two years.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-22 regarding short-term rental regulations (4-2)
- Approved September 3rd City Council Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Arts and Culture Board Appointment (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of a D6XE Trash Grade Dozer (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-19 Second Reading (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
3:00
Tourism Management Board Update
Information/Discussion
4:00
2027 Budget
Information/Discussion
5:00
Break to get Dinner
5:15 …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 15:16 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, Councilor
Schmahl, Councilor Townsley, and Councilor Weimer.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Deputy Police Chief John Hassell, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Operations Tim
Bergman, Public Information Officer Bryana Starbuck, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Director of
Economic and Community Development Trent Hyatt, Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, Housing
Development Manager Watkins Fulk-Gray and Economic Development Specialist Jacob Zook.
Item 2. 15:35 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 15:40 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
Mayor Dehm will recuse himself for Item 10: Ordinance 2026-22; an Ordinance of the City of Glenwood
Springs, Colorado, amending the Glenwood Springs Municipal Code regarding the regulation and
permitting of accessory tourist rentals and short term rentals in the city.
Item 4. 16:23 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items n …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Special meeting focuses on legal advice for ongoing litigation
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a special meeting to receive legal advice from the City Attorney regarding ongoing litigation involving the Mitchell Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company and the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority. The meeting includes an executive session for this purpose.
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
5:30 PM
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
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Sep 3, 2026 05:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Glenwood Springs City Council meets Sept 3 to discuss fire equipment grant and EV charging rules
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 3, 2026, at 101 W. 8th Street. The council will review procedural items, discuss urban canopy and bear activity, and consider a franchise agreement with Comcast. A work session earlier in the day will cover Granicus website use, Centennial Park updates, and the 2027 Miscellaneous Funds Budget.
- Resolution 2026-21: $X grant application for Glenwood Springs Fire Department rescue equipment replacement
- Ordinance 2026-18: Second reading on electric vehicle charging project regulations
- Ordinance 2026-19: Franchise agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC for approval
- Proclamation for Restoration of Fire Bell presentation
- Urban Canopy and City Trees Update discussion
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✓ Decided: City Council approves franchise agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC
City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2026-19 to establish a franchise agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC. The council also approved the consent agenda, including previous meeting minutes and two other legislative items.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-19 regarding Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC franchise agreement (unanimous)
- Approved August 20th City Council Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-21 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-18 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
3:00
Granicus Website Overview
Information/Discussion
3:30
Centennial Park Updates and Next Steps
Information/Discussion
4:15
2027 Misce …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 4:58 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, Councilor
Schmahl, Councilor Townsley, and Councilor Weimer.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Public Works Director Matt Langhorst, Director of Operations
Tim Bergman, Public Information Officer Bryana Starbuck, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Director
of Economic and Community Development Trent Hyatt, and Fire Officer David Reinhold.
Item 2. 5:19 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 5:28 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 5:36 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
City resident Jennifer Balmes made comments about parking on Bennett Ave.
City resident Kelly Zevin made comments about parking on Bennett Ave.
City resident Emilie McKittrick made comments about parking on Bennett Ave.
City resident Rachel Windh made comments about parking Bennett Ave.
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Commission to review short-term rental code amendment and economic year in review
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider a code amendment regarding short-term rentals and accessory tourist rentals, and to participate in a work session on the Economic and Community Development Year in Review. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June and July 2026, and public comments.
- Code amendment CDA-000049-2026 on short-term rental and accessory tourist rental
- Work session: Economic and Community Development Year in Review
- Approval of June 23, 2026 and July 28, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comments for items not on the agenda
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
AUGUST 25, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1
Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as virtually via Zoom. Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/86380550264 Or
Dial:719-359-4580, 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346-248-7799 US (Houston) Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2
Roll Call
3
Receipt of the Minutes
A. June 23, 2026 Meeting Minutes
B. July 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4
Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5
Old Items
A. CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental
6
New Items
A. Work Session: Economic and Community Development Year in Review
7
Commissioner Comments
8
Director Comments
9
Adjournment
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to call Nov. 3 election, set ballot title, and amend EV charging rules
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on the 2027 Parks and Recreation budget and fire mitigation updates, then in the regular session consider resolutions to call a November 3, 2026 election and certify a ballot issue, and an intergovernmental agreement with Garfield County for the coordinated election. The council will also discuss an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding electric vehicle charging projects. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a request for proposals for Gregory Park playground equipment.
- Resolution 2026-20: calling election on Nov. 3, 2026, and certifying ballot issue
- Resolution 2026-19: intergovernmental agreement with Garfield County for 2026 coordinated election
- Ordinance 2026-18: amending Title 070 on electric vehicle charging projects
- RFP 2026-19P: Gregory Park playground equipment and installation
- Proclamation: September 4th as Love Glenwood Day
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs City Council approves November election resolutions and EV charging rules.
The Glenwood Springs City Council approved resolutions calling a November 3, 2026 election with ballot language A-1 and establishing an intergovernmental agreement with Garfield County for the coordinated election. Council also approved an ordinance amending municipal code regarding electric vehicle charging projects and passed a resolution supporting the fire tax ballot measure. In addition, the council approved the consent agenda as presented.
- Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-20 with ballot language A-1 for the November 3, 2026 election (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-19 for an IGA with Garfield County for the 2026 Coordinated Election (unanimous)
- Approved planning file CDA 000050-2026 / Ordinance 2026-18 for electric vehicle charging project regulations (unanimous)
- Approved issuing a resolution in support of the fire tax ballot measure (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 20, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME
ITEM
WORK SESSION
ACTION
3:30
2027 Parks and Recreation Budget
Information/Discussion
4:30
Fire Mitigation Updates and Next Steps
Information/Discussio …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 20, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 5:22 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, Councilor
Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley. Absent: Councilor Weimer
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Deputy Chief of Police John Hassell, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Public Works Director Matt
Langhorst, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, Public Information Officer Bryana Starbuck, Senior
Planner Emery Ellingson, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, and Director of Economic and
Community Development Trent Hyatt.
Item 2. 5:46 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 5:55 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 6:05 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
City resident Judy Haynes made comments about a complaint sent to Planning and Zoning and 100
Midland detention center.
City Resident Ashley Stahl made comments about the 100 Midland detention center.
City Attorney Karl Hanlon and City Manager Steve …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 17:00
General
Council to hold executive session on Mitchell Cooper Ditch litigation
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold an executive session to receive legal advice from the City Attorney regarding the lawsuit *Mitchell Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company v. City of Glenwood Springs and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority*. Following the closed session, the council may take direction or action on the matter, then adjourn.
- Executive session under C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b) for legal advice on pending litigation
- Lawsuit: Mitchell Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company v. City of Glenwood Springs and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority
- Possible direction or action following the executive session
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 6, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
5:00 PM
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS
When: Aug 6, 2026 05:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to discuss property tax increase for fire department funding
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on the proposed 2027 Public Works budgets and the Energy and Climate Action Plan mid-year progress. During the regular session, they will consider a property tax increase for fire department funding on the November 2026 ballot, an appeal of a short-term rental at 319 Park Drive, and a resolution supporting HR 9826. Other action items include an intergovernmental agreement with RFTA and a climbing wall award for the community center.
- Discussion of a property tax increase for fire department funding on the November 2026 ballot
- Appeal of short-term rental at 319 Park Drive (APPEAL-000029-2026)
- Resolution 2026-18 supporting HR 9826
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA)
- Award of RFP 2026-18P for Community Center Climbing Wall
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✓ Decided: Council authorizes legal action against JG Housing Solutions for code violations
City Council voted to pursue legal enforcement and sanctions against JG Housing Solutions regarding properties at 100 Midland Avenue. The council also upheld a zoning ruling on a short-term rental and approved a climbing wall contract.
- Authorized legal action and sanctions against JG Housing Solutions at 100 Midland Avenue (6-1)
- Upheld Planning and Zoning Commission ruling for 319 Park Drive short-term rental (6-1)
- Approved Resolution 2026-18 supporting HR 9826 (unanimous)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (5-2)
- Approved RFP 2026-18P for Community Center Climbing Wall (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 6, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME ITEM WORK SESSION ACTION
3:00 Proposed 2027 Public Works Budgets Information/Discussion
4:00 Energy and Climate Action Plan (ECAP) Mid-Year Progress Report Informati …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 6, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 7:17 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Deputy Chief of Police John Hassell, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Public Works Director Matt
Langhorst, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, Public Information Officer Bryana Starbuck, City
Engineer Ryan Gordon, Fire Marshall Robin Pitt, Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, Chief of Public Safety
Joseph Deras, and Director of Economic and Community Development Trent Hyatt.
Item 2. 7:30 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 7:39 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 7:48 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
City resident Laurie Chase made comments about e-bikes.
City resident Rachael Windh made comments about parking and tree stumps on Bennett.
Councilor Townsley responded regarding the tree stumps.
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Short-term rental code amendment continued to August 25; variance and review heard
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to continue discussion of a code amendment on short-term rentals and accessory tourist rentals to August 25. They will also hear a variance application for 1108 Colorado Avenue and a location and extent review for a project at 3500 Airport Road.
- Appeal at 506 Maple (Building Board of Appeals item)
- Continuance requested for Short-Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental code amendment (CDA-000049-2026)
- Variance at 1108 Colorado Avenue (VAR-000056-2026)
- Location and Extent Review at 3500 Airport Road (L&E-000076-2026)
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z upholds sprinkler requirement for 506 Maple guest cottage
The Planning and Zoning Commission, acting as the Building Board of Appeals, unanimously affirmed the building official's interpretation that an R-1 occupancy requires an automatic fire sprinkler system, denying relief sought by the owners of a 400-square-foot guest cottage at 506 Maple Street. The commission also unanimously approved a variance allowing a porch to be rebuilt at a 2 ft 3 in side-yard setback at 1108 Colorado Avenue, and approved a Location and Extent review for relocating the airport hangar and maintenance building at 3500 Airport Road. A code amendment on short-term rentals was continued to August 25, 2026, and approval of the May 28, 2026 minutes was also continued to that date due to a date error on the agenda.
- Affirmed building official's interpretation that R-1 occupancy requires fire sprinklers at 506 Maple (unanimous)
- Approved variance VAR-000056-2026 for porch rebuild at 2 ft 3 in setback, 1108 Colorado Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Location and Extent review L&E-000076-2026 for airport hangar and maintenance building relocation at 3500 Airport Road, per staff report conditions (unanimous)
- Continued short-term rental code amendment CDA-000049-2026 to August 25, 2026 (unanimous)
- Continued approval of May 28, 2026 meeting minutes to August 25, 2026 due to agenda date error (unanimous)
- Seated Alternate Jim Frale via motion (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
JULY 28, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1 Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as via Zoom.
Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/86380550264
Or Dial:719-359-4580, 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346-248-7799 US (Houston)
Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2 Roll Call
3 Receipt of the Minutes
A. May 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4 Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5 Building Board of Appeals
A. APPEAL-000067-2026 506 Maple
6 Old Items
A. CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE
TO AUGUST 25, 2026
7 New Items
A. VAR-000056-2026 Variance 1108 Colorado Avenue
B. L&E-000076-2026 Location and Extent Review 3500 Airport Road
8 Commissioner Comments
9 Director Comments
10 Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
July 28, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Motion: Commissioner Connie Geiman Made a motion to seat Alternate Jim Frale and
Commissioner Kyle Jones Seconded the motion.
Outcome: The motion passed unanimously via hand vote.
Present: Chairman Peter Waller, Kyle Jones, Patrick Corcoran, John Houghton, Connie
Geiman, alternate Jim Frale (seated via motion)
Not Present: Amy Connerton and Joy White.
Also Present: Economic and Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior
Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, Permit Technician Joel Asplund, City Engineer Ryan Gordon and
City Attorney Karl Hanlon.
Conflicts of Interest: No conflicts of interest were declared.
2. Receipt of the Minutes
a. May 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Outcome: Approval of minutes was continued to August 25, 2026 Planning and Zonning
Commission meeting due to an error in the date of the minutes listed on the agenda.
3. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comments were offered in person or online.
4. Acting as the Building Board of Appeals
a. APPEAL-000067-2026 506 Maple
Presenter: Community Development Director Trent Hyatt introduced the appeal on behalf
of Senior Planner Emery Ellingson (not present). He explained that the appeal challenges
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to vote on camping, solicitation bans and fee changes
The City Council will hold a work session at 4 p.m. on Fire Department funding, board recruitment, and state ballot initiative 175, followed by a regular session at 6:15 p.m. The regular session includes second readings of ordinances prohibiting solicitation at certain intersections and unauthorized habitation/camping, as well as amendments to food waste management and right-of-way permit fees. Council will also consider a new ordinance on right-of-way encroachment licenses and a resolution adopting park rules.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-13: prohibit solicitation at certain intersections
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-14: prohibit unauthorized habitation, camping, and sleeping
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-15: amend collection/management of food waste and organics
- Resolution 2026-17: amend right-of-way permit fees and fines schedule
- Ordinance 2026-16: amend regulation and permitting of right-of-way encroachment licenses
campingfood-wastefeeshomelessnesshousingpermitssolicitationpark-rules
✓ Decided: City Council updates municipal codes for signs and right-of-way licenses
City Council approved amendments to municipal codes regarding signs and right-of-way encroachment licenses. The council also adopted new park rules and regulations with specific exceptions for Centennial Park and appointed a new alternate to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Appointed Jim Frale as Planning and Zoning Commission alternate (5-1)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-16 amending right of way encroachment license regulations (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-17 amending municipal code regarding signs (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-07 adopting park rules and regulations with exceptions for Centennial Park alcohol and propane bottles (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 16, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME ITEM WORK SESSION ACTION
4:00 Fire Department Funding Information/Discussion
4:30 Recruiting for Boards and Commissions Information/Discussion
4:45 State Ballot Init …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 16, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 5:44 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, Councilor
Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley. Absent: Mayor Dehm.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, Assistant City Attorney
Richard Peterson-Cremer, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Public
Works Director Matt Langhorst, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, Public Information Officer Bryana
Starbuck, Housing Development Manager/Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, Senior Planner Jim Hardcastle,
Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, and Director of Economic and Community Development Trent
Hyatt.
Item 2. 5:57 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 6:03 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 6:10 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
Valley resident Jennifer Victor made comments about Mitchell Cooper.
City resident Kirk Hedstrom made comments about noise ordinance enforcement, bright lights and loud
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to consider banning unauthorized camping and sleeping in Glenwood Springs
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 2, 2026, with discussions and possible actions on multiple ordinances, including a proposed ban on unauthorized habitation, camping, and sleeping. Other ordinances address food waste collection, solicitation at certain intersections, and enforcement by the Neighborhood Services Specialist. The council will also discuss wildfire preparation, power grid transmission, and an on-demand price change resolution.
- Ordinance 2026-14: Amending code to prohibit unauthorized habitation, camping, and sleeping
- Ordinance 2026-15: Food waste and organics collection management
- Ordinance 2026-13: Prohibiting solicitation at certain intersections
- Resolution 2026-16: On-demand price change discussion/action
- Ordinance 2026-11 (2nd reading): Amending municipal code for enforcement by Neighborhood Services Specialist
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 2, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
4:00 Bear Proof Trash Cans Information/Discussion
4:30 Decorating the City Information/Discussion
5:00 Break to get Dinner
5:15 Parks and Recreation Joint Wo …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Commission to review short-term rental appeal and code amendments
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear an appeal regarding a short-term rental at 319 Park Drive. The body will also discuss code amendments concerning electric vehicle charging stations and accessory tourist rentals.
- Appeal-000029-2026 regarding 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
- CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment for Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental
- CDA-000050-2026 Code Amendment for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
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✓ Decided: STR permit denial upheld; code amendment tabled
The commission voted 4-2 to uphold staff's denial of the short-term rental permit renewal for 319 Park Drive, finding that the applicant did not meet the requirement to collect lodging taxes. A proposed code amendment to clarify renewal requirements was tabled to the July 28, 2026 meeting for further discussion. The commission also unanimously approved code amendments for electric vehicle charging stations.
- Upheld denial of STR permit renewal for 319 Park Drive (4-2)
- Tabled STR code amendment CDA-000049-2026 to July 28, 2026
- Approved EV charging station code amendments CDA-000050-2026 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
JUNE 23, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1 Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as via Zoom.
Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86380550264
Or Dial:719-359-4580, 253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346-248-7799 US (Houston)
Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2 Roll Call
3 Receipt of the Minutes
A. May 26, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4 Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5 New Items
A. APPEAL-000029-2026 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
B. CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental
C. CDA-000050-2026 Code Amendment Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
6 Commissioner Comments
7 Director Comments
8 Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
June 23, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Present: Chairman Peter Waller, Kyle Jones, Patrick Corcoran, Amy Connerton, John
Houghton, Connie Geiman.
Also Present: Economic and Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior
Planner Emery Ellingson, Permit Technician Joel Asplund, and City Attorney Karl Hanlon.
Conflicts of Interest
No conflicts of interest were declared.
2. Receipt of the Minutes
a. May 26, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Motion: Councilor Amy Connerton made the motion to approve the meeting minutes for
May 26, 2026, and Commissioner Kyle Jones seconded the motion.
Commissioner Comments: None
Outcome: Motion was approved unanimously by digital voting system.
3. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comments offered in person or online.
4. New Items
a. APPEAL-000029-2026 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
Presenter: Applicant Cindy Svatos accompanied by her attorney Sherry Caloia
Cindy Svatos explained that she applied for and maintained a short-term rental (STR)
permit for her property on Park Drive but was denied renewal because she had not rented
the unit or paid lodging taxes. She argued that the municipal code did not require an STR to
be rented in order to maintain a permit, only that any required taxes be paid which she had
filed monthly as zero. Ci …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Council holds executive session on lawsuit with Garfield County
The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to convene an executive session under state law to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation in the case Garfield County v. City of Glenwood Springs. Following the closed session, the council may take direction or action on the matter. The agenda is otherwise limited to roll call and adjournment.
- Executive session for legal advice on pending litigation: Garfield County v. City of Glenwood Springs
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 18, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
5:00 PM
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS
When: Jun 18, 2026 05:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Council to consider South Bridge right of way acquisition and park redesign
The City Council will discuss and potentially act on several ordinances and resolutions, including updated engineering standards and neighborhood services enforcement. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various RFP awards and a grant proposal for a workforce housing impact report.
- Resolution 2026-11: Right of Way Acquisition for South Bridge
- RFP 2026-15P: Glenwood Park Redesign award
- RFP 2026-14P: Ballistic Glass Installation and Wall Hardening Improvements award
- Ordinance 2026-12: Utility disconnection notices (Second Reading)
- Grant Proposal for Work Force Housing Impact Report
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✓ Decided: Council approves South Bridge land acquisition with eminent domain authority, 4-3
The Glenwood Springs City Council approved Resolution 2026-11, authorizing the acquisition of real property interests, including the use of eminent domain, for the South Bridge Project. The motion passed 4-3, with Councilors Smith, Schmahl, and Townsley voting against. The council also approved a grant proposal for a Work Force Housing Impact Report (6-1) and an ordinance amending municipal code sections regarding enforcement by the Neighborhood Services Specialist.
- Approved Resolution 2026-11 authorizing property acquisition, including eminent domain, for the South Bridge Project (4-3).
- Approved Consent Agenda Item B, a grant proposal for a Work Force Housing Impact Report (6-1).
- Approved Resolution 2026-13, adding remote participation rules to the Council Handbook (unanimous).
- Approved Ordinance 2026-11, amending municipal code sections on Neighborhood Services Specialist enforcement (unanimous).
- Moved Resolution 2026-14, adoption of updated Engineering Standards, to a future meeting (unanimous).
- Approved the consent agenda as amended (unanimous).
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 18, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME ITEM WORK SESSION ACTION
3:00 Fire and EMS Department Update Information/Discussion
3:30 Discussion of Safety Concerns in Public Spaces Information/Discussion
4:00 R …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 18, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 9:18 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Deputy Chief of Police John Hassell, Finance Director Yvette
Gustad, City Engineer Ryan Gordon, Public Works Director Matt Langhorst, Fire Marshall Robin Pitt,
Housing Development Manager/Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, and Public Information Officer Bryana
Starbuck.
Item 2. 9:35 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 3. 10:08 Agenda Changes
Consent Agenda Item E: Resolution 2026-12; Adoption of the 2026 Procurement and Contracts
Handbook will be moved to July 2nd
Consent Agenda Item F: Resolution 2026-13; Remote Participation Addition to the Council Handbook
will be taken off the consent agenda and added to the regular agenda as Item 6b.
11:14 Councilor Townsley moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, to move Consent Agenda Item B
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to consider second reading of water regulation updates
The City Council will hold a work session starting at 3:00 PM to discuss the South Bridge project, parking requirements for new downtown development, and remote meeting attendance. At the regular session starting at 6:15 PM, council will vote on several items including the second reading of water regulation updates, new utility disconnection notice rules, a sole source purchase of Axon equipment for police, and a water service agreement for 50235 Highway 6 and 24.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-10 updating water regulations in Municipal Code 080.040
- Ordinance 2026-12 repealing and replacing utility disconnection notice requirements (Section 080.010.060)
- Award of RFP 2026-13 for the Slip Line Project
- Sole source purchase of Axon equipment (Resolution 2026-10)
- Water service agreement for 50235 Highway 6 and 24
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✓ Decided: Council approves water service agreement for Highway 6 and 24 property
The Glenwood Springs City Council approved a water service agreement for 50235 Highway 6 and 24 by a 5-2 vote, with Councilors Schmahl and Townsley dissenting. The council also unanimously approved several other items, including a utility disconnection notice ordinance, a sole source purchase of Axon equipment, and Financial Advisory Board grant recommendations. The adoption of updated engineering standards was continued to the next meeting.
- Approved water service agreement for 50235 Highway 6 and 24 (5-2)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-10A amending water regulations (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-12 on utility disconnection notices (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-10 for sole source purchase of Axon equipment (unanimous)
- Approved Financial Advisory Board grant recommendations for 2026 (unanimous)
- Continued adoption of updated engineering standards to June 18 meeting (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 4, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
TIME ITEM WORK SESSION ACTION
3:00 Financial Advisory Board Joint Work Session Information/Discussion
3:30 South Bridge Discussion Information/Discussion
4:30 Parking Requ …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 4, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 6:25 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Economic and
Community Development Trent Hyatt, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, City Engineer Ryan Gordon,
Public Works Director Matt Langhorst, and Public Information Officer Bryana Starbuck.
Item 2. 6:41 Agenda Changes
Item C. Adoption of Updated Engineering Standards and Item D. Ordinance 2026-10; Municipal Code
080.040 Water Regulation Updates. Second Reading are being taken off the consent agenda and added
to the regular agenda immediately before Item 8.
Item 3. 7:20 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 7:30 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Planning and Zoning to review short-term rental appeal and code amendments
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a short-term rental at 319 Park Drive. The body will also discuss three proposed code amendments concerning rental regulations, sign regulations, and right-of-way encroachment licenses.
- APPEAL-000029-2026: 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
- CDA-000049-2026: Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental
- CDA-000038-2026: Code Amendments to Sign Regulations
- CDA-000039-2026: Code Amendment Right-of-Way Encroachment License
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z approves sign code amendments, continues STR appeals
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two code amendments: one updating sign regulations to incorporate the expired Glenwood Meadows Master Sign Plan and clarify window/interior sign rules, and another streamlining right-of-way encroachment licenses. Both items related to short-term rentals were continued to the June 23, 2026 meeting.
- Approved CDA-000038-2026 Code Amendments to Sign Regulations (unanimous)
- Approved CDA-000039-2026 Code Amendment Right-of-Way Encroachment License (unanimous)
- Continued APPEAL-000029-2026 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental to June 23, 2026 (unanimous)
- Continued CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental to June 23, 2026 (6-1, Geiman opposed)
- Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous, White abstained)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
MAY 26, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1 Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as via Zoom.
Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86380550264
Or Dial:719-359-4580,
253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2 Roll Call
3 Receipt of the Minutes
A. March 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes
B. April 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4 Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5 New Items
A. APPEAL-000029-2026 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
B. CDA-000049-2026 Code Amendment Short Term Rental and Accessory Tourist Rental
C. CDA-000038-2026 Code Amendments to Sign Regulations
D. CDA-000039-2026 Code Amendment Right-of-Way Encroachment License
6 Commissioner Comments
7 Director Comments
8 Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
May 26, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Present: Chairman Peter Waller, Kyle Jones, Patrick Corcoran, Amy Connerton, Joy White,
John Houghton, Connie Geiman.
Also Present: Economic and Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior
Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, Long Range Principal Planner Jim Hardcastle, Permit Technician
Joel Asplund, and City Attorney Karl Hanlon.
Conflicts of Interest
No conflicts of interest were declared.
2. Receipt of the Minutes
a. March 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Motion: Councilor Amy Connerton made the motion to approve the meeting minutes for
March 24, 2026, and Commissioner Patrick Corcoran seconded the motion.
Commissioner Comments: None
Outcome: Motion was approved by unanimously.
b. April 28, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Motion: Commissioner Amy Connerton made the motion to approve the meeting minutes
for April 28, 2026, and Commissioner John Houghton seconded the motion.
Commissioner Comments: None
Outcome: Motion was approved unanimously. Commissioner Joy White abstained from
the vote due to her absence at the April 28, 2026 meeting.
3. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comments oƯered in person or online.
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4. New Items
a. APPEAL-000029-2026 319 Park Drive Short Term Rental
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Council to consider water regulation updates and police body camera contract
The City Council will discuss and potentially act on updates to municipal water regulations and a sole source contract for police body cameras. The meeting also includes awards for infrastructure projects and a grant application for a roundabout.
- Ordinance 2026-10: Municipal Code 080.040 Water Regulation Updates
- Resolution 2026-09: Sole Source for Police Body Cameras and Related Technology
- RFP 2026-11P: Soccer Field Road Improvements
- RFP 2026-12P: Mitchell Creek Substation and Electric Department Storage Yard Expansions
- Resolution 2026-08: 'Safe Streets for All' grant for Midland Ave/Wulfsohn Ave Roundabout
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✓ Decided: Council approves water regulation updates; body camera resolution delayed
The Glenwood Springs City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2026-10, updating Municipal Code 080.040 water regulations. A resolution to approve a sole source for police body cameras was withdrawn and will be voted on at the next meeting. The consent agenda was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-10 (water regulation updates) unanimously
- Approved consent agenda as written unanimously
- Withdrew Resolution 2026-09 (sole source for police body cameras); vote postponed to next meeting
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 21, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
4:00 Policy for Supporting Local and Regional Request for Support Information/Discussion
4:30 Propane Canister Availability Restrictions Information/Discussion …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 21, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 5:59 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, and Councilor Townsley. Absent: Councilor Schmahl
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Operations Tim
Bergman, and City Engineer Ryan Gordon.
Item 2. 6:10 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 6:18 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 6:28 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
Glenwood Springs resident Judy Haynes asked questions regarding the special use permit for 100
Midland.
Glenwood Springs resident Myles Rovig made comments thanking Council for their service, recognizing
Nick Adams, Recreation Supervisor, for all of the great activities available for kids, and regarding
withdrawal from the SPEAR taskforce.
Item 5. 14:11 Council Announcements
Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski made an announcement about a fishi …
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to consider rezoning 20.84 acres of mall PUD to Mixed-Use Corridor
The City Council will hold work sessions on historic preservation, victim/witness assistance, housing, organic waste, and city plans, followed by a regular session with action items. Key decisions include second readings of three ordinances: rezoning 20.84 acres from mall PUD to M1 district, and amending codes on exterior lighting/signage and landscaping/fencing. The council will also consider a funding request for Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park and right-of-way/grading permits.
- Ordinance 2026-07: Rezoning seven parcels totaling 20.84 acres from Glenwood Springs Mall PUD to Mixed-Use Corridor (M1) district — second reading
- Ordinance 2026-08: Amending municipal code on regulation and permitting of exterior lighting and signage — second reading
- Ordinance 2026-09: Amending municipal code on regulation and permitting of landscaping screening and fencing — second reading
- Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park funding request — discussion and/or action
- Right of Way and Grading Permits — discussion and/or action
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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.1M loan for Cavern Springs mobile home park
The City Council approved a forgivable loan request from the West Mountain Regional Housing Coalition for Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park, with an affordability covenant on the property. The motion passed 5-2, with Councilors Schmahl and Townsley voting against. The council also unanimously approved three ordinances, including rezoning seven parcels totaling 20.84 acres from Glenwood Springs Mall PUD to Mixed-Use Corridor (M1) District, and amendments to municipal codes on exterior lighting/signage and landscaping/fencing. The consent agenda was approved unanimously.
- Approved forgivable loan for Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park with affordability covenant (5-2)
- Approved rezoning of seven parcels (20.84 acres) from PUD to M1 District (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to exterior lighting and signage regulations (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to landscaping, screening, and fencing regulations (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved revisions to right of way and grading permits (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 7, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
as possible but no later than three business days (Monday-Thursday, excludes holidays) before scheduled events.
WORK SESSION
3:00 Historic Preservation Joint Work Session Information/Discussion
3:30 Victims and Witness Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) Board Joint Work
Session …
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 7, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 9:25 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Economic and
Community Development Trent Hyatt, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, City Engineer Ryan Gordon,
Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, and Housing Development Manager/Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray.
Item 2. 9:41 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 9:50 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 9:59 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
There were none.
Item 5. 10:23 Council Announcements
Councilor Townsley made announcements about the Art Center open house, North Landing kickoff
event, and GoPro Games moving to Glenwood. He also made announcements about pickleball,
skateboarding, and roller derby making use of ice rink during t …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Commission to review enforcement action for 100 Midland Avenue
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a specific enforcement action. The meeting includes a public comment period for items not listed on the agenda.
- Enforcement action for Planning File no. 22-03 (Special Use Permit no. 4-04) at 100 Midland Avenue, Suite 110 and 210
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z revokes ICE detention facility special use permit
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-1 to revoke Special Use Permit no. 4-04 for the ICE detention facility at 100 Midland Avenue, Suite 110 and 210, citing 11 documented violations of the 12-hour maximum hold time. The decision follows a public hearing where numerous residents urged revocation. The commission acknowledged limited enforcement authority against the federal government due to the Supremacy Clause.
- Revoked Special Use Permit no. 4-04 for ICE detention facility at 100 Midland Avenue (5-1)
- Seated Alternate Commissioner Kyle Jones (unanimous)
- Approved motion to revoke based on 11 documented 12-hour hold-time violations
- Denied staff recommendation to require corrective action instead of revocation
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
APRIL 28, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1 Meeting Instructions
A. This meeting is held in person as well as via Zoom.
Join at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86380550264
Or Dial:719-359-4580,
253-215-8782 US (Tacoma) 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
Webinar ID: 863 8055 0264
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbEVpOzwHL
2 Roll Call
3 Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
4 New Items
A. Planning File no. 22-03 (Special Use Permit no. 4-04), 100 Midland Avenue, Suite 110 and 210, Enforcement Action
per Section 070.010.080(e)(2).
5 Commissioner Comments
6 Director Comments
7 Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
April 28, 2026
City Hall Council Chambers
101 West 8th Street
6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Present: Chairman Peter Waller, Alternate Kyle Jones, Patrick Corcoran, Amy Connerton,
John Houghton, Connie Geiman
Also Present: Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, City Attorney Karl Hanlon,
Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, and City Manger Steve Boyd.
Motion: Motion to seat Alternate Commissioner Kyle Jones was approved unanimously.
Conflicts of Interest
No conflicts of interest were declared.
2. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comments oƯered in person or online.
3. New Items
a. Planning File no. 22-03 (Special Use Permit no. 4-04), 100 Midland Avenue, Suite 110
and 210, Enforcement Action per Section 070.010.080(e)(2).
Presenter: Community Development Director Trent Hyatt
Community Development Director Trent Hyatt presented the procedures for violations and
corrections of the code. He provided the following history related to the previously
approved special use permit, noting:
On May 27th, 2003, the Planning and Zoning Commission (Commission)
unanimously approved the special use permit for the detention center.
December 14th, 2004, a final building inspection and temporary certificate of
occupancy was issued for group type B (business) and I-3 (detention and
correctional facilities).
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Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
City Council to hold closed session on South Bridge Project and litigation
The Glenwood Springs City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session to discuss legal strategy and receive legal advice on the South Bridge Project and two lawsuits. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.
- Executive session on South Bridge Project negotiations
- Legal advice on Mitchell Cooper Ditch and Pipeline Company v. City of Glenwood Springs and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority
- Legal advice on Glen Park Homeowners Association v. City of Glenwood Springs
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 16, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
3:00 PM
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
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Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
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Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to vote on rezoning 20.84 acres from mall PUD to mixed-use corridor
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a rezoning of seven parcels totaling 20.84 acres from Glenwood Springs Mall PUD to Mixed-Use Corridor (M1), an ordinance amending exterior lighting and signage regulations, and an ordinance amending landscaping, screening, and fencing rules. The council will also discuss employee housing at the Residences on Grand, consider withdrawing from the SPEAR program, and vote on the 19th Street Improvements contract award.
- Ordinance 2026-07: Rezone 7 parcels (20.84 acres) from Glenwood Springs Mall PUD to Mixed-Use Corridor (M1)
- Ordinance 2026-08: Amend municipal code on exterior lighting and signage (Planning File CDA000027-2026)
- Ordinance 2026-09: Amend municipal code on landscaping, screening, and fencing (Planning File CDA000026-2026)
- RFP 2026-09P: Award for 19th Street Improvements
- Ordinance 2026-10: Amend 2026 appropriation for budget carryovers and reallocations
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✓ Decided: Council approves employee housing agreement at Residences on Grand
The council unanimously approved a one-year agreement with 90-day cancellation for employee housing at the Residences on Grand. It also voted 6-1 to withdraw from the SPEAR task force, approved several ordinances on lighting, signage, landscaping, and rezoning, and made changes to right-of-way fees while tabling grading fee changes.
- Approved employee housing agreement at Residences on Grand (unanimous)
- Authorized formal withdrawal from SPEAR task force (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-08 on exterior lighting and signage (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-07 rezoning 20.84 acres from PUD to M1 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-09 on landscaping, screening, and fencing (unanimous)
- Approved right-of-way fee recommendations (5-2)
- Tabled grading fee and permit recommendations to a later date (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-10 amending 2026 appropriation ordinance (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 16, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonably provides: translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats,
auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
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WORK SESSION
5:15
Introduction to the New K9
Information/Discussion
5:30
Virtual Board and Commission Meetings
Information/Discussion
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 16, 2026
6:15 PM
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https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 6:55 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Deputy Chief of Police John Hassell, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette
Gustad, Director of Economic and Community Development Trent Hyatt, Director of Operations Tim
Bergman, City Engineer Ryan Gordon, Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, and Long Range Principal
Planner Jim Hardcastle
Item 2. 7:08 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 8:11 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 8:19 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
There were none.
Item 5. 8:33 Council Announcements
Councilor Townsley made announcements about landfill vouchers, earth month tree giveaway and
springtime river cleanup.
Councilor Weimer made an announcement about the Coach Miller Drive construction community
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Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Glenwood Springs City Council to discuss housing, parking repairs, and proclamations
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 2, 2026, featuring discussions on workforce housing, local support policies, and proclamations for Wildfire Awareness Month and Parkinson's Awareness Month. The council will also consider awarding contracts for parking structure repairs and tree trimming, as well as reviewing planning files and employer-based rental assistance programs.
- Award RFP 2026-02P for 9th and Cooper Parking Structure Repairs
- Award RFP 2026-06P for Tree Trimming Around Overhead Powerlines
- Planning File ARC-000130-2025 for Minor Site and Architectural Plan at 210 8th Street
- Employer-Based Rental Assistance Program discussion
- Continued discussion on Employee Housing Possibility at the Residences on Grand
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✓ Decided: Council approves charter procurement item for 2027 ballot
The Council voted unanimously to place a charter amendment on the April 2027 ballot regarding procurement, while a separate motion to add a provision for replacing missing council members failed 5-2. The Council also approved a minor site plan and right-of-way encroachment at 210 8th Street, and continued the Employer-Based Rental Assistance Program for five years with a three-year review.
- Approved charter procurement item for April 2027 election (unanimous)
- Amendment to include missing council member replacement failed (5-2)
- Approved Minor Site Application ARC-000130-2025 at 210 8th Street (6-1)
- Approved Right of Way Encroachment 000028-2026 at 210 8th Street (unanimous)
- Continued Employer-Based Rental Assistance Program for 5 years with 3-year review (5-2)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 2, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
The City of Glenwood Springs ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with the Americans with
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auxiliary aids, and services. To request these services, email [email protected] or call 970-384-6441. Please submit requests as soon
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WORK SESSION
3:30
Work Force Housing Advisory Board (WFHAB) Joint Work Session
Information/Discussion
4:15
River Commission Yearly Joint Work Session
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 2, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 1:55 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski,
Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were Acting City Manager Tim Bergman, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney
Karl Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Economic
and Community Development Trent Hyatt, City Engineer Ryan Gordon, Public Information Officer Bryana
Starbuck, Senior Planner Emery Ellison, Housing Development Manager/Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, and
Fire Marshall Robin Pitt.
Item 2. 2:11 Agenda Changes
Item 10: The Glen Fee Waiver Request and Item 13: Continued Discussion of Employee Housing
Possibility at the Residences on Grand will be pulled from tonight’s agenda.
Item 3. 2:36 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 2:43 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
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Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
P&Z to review code amendments on lighting, signs, landscaping
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two proposed code amendments. The first amendment concerns exterior lighting and signs, and the second concerns landscaping, screening, and fencing. The meeting will also include roll call, approval of the February 24, 2026 minutes, and public comments.
- Code amendment CDA-000027-2026: exterior lighting and signs (Sections 070.040.100 and 070.040.110)
- Code amendment CDA-000026-2026: landscaping, screening, and fencing (Section 70.40.50)
- Public comments for items not on the agenda
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends dark-sky lighting and landscaping code updates
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of two code amendments. The first updates exterior lighting and sign standards, including a 5-year amortization period for non-compliant illuminated signs and a 10 PM sign curfew. The second updates landscaping, screening, and fencing rules to comply with state drought and wildfire resiliency laws, with a directive to re-evaluate street tree spacing.
- Recommended approval of lighting/sign code amendment with 10 PM sign curfew, 5-year amortization period, and public education campaign (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of landscaping/screening/fencing code amendment with staff findings and directive to re-evaluate street tree spacing (unanimous)
- Seated Commissioner Kyle Jones (unanimous)
- Received minutes of February 24, 2026 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
MARCH 24, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1
Attendance Instructions
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2
Roll Call
3
Receipt of the Minutes
A. February 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4
Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5
New Items
A. Planning File no. CDA-000027-2026 Code Amendment Regarding Section 070.040.100 Exterior Lighting and Section
070.040.110 Signs
B. Planning File no. CDA-000026-2026 Code Amendment Regarding Section 70.40.50 Landscaping, Screening, and
Fencing
6
Commissioner Comments
7
Director Comments
8
Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
March 24, 2026
City Hall Council Chambers
101 West 8th Street
6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Present: Kyle Jones (seated by motion), Patrick Corcoran, Amy Connerton, Joy White, John
Houghton, Connie Geiman
Also Present: Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior Planner Emery
Ellingson, Long Range Principal Planner Jim Hardcastle, Community Development
Technician Joel Asplund, City Attorney Karl Hanlon
Motion:
Motion to seat Commissioner Kyle Jones, carried unanimously by voice vote.
2. Conflicts of Interest
No conflicts of interest were declared.
3. Receipt of Minutes
Motion:
Motion to receive the minutes of February 24, 2026, was made by Commissioner Amy
Connerton.
Commission Questions & Discussion Included:
The visibility of tracked changes and the appropriate level of detail for minutes.
Community Development Director Trent Hyatt elaborated that the issue was found and
resolved since first published.
City Attorney Karl Hanlon elaborated that changes in the level of detail for meetings should
be discussed with City Council before being made.
Outcome:
Commissioner Patrick Corcoran and Commissioner Connie Geiman seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
4. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comments oƯered in person or online.
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Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Glenwood Springs City Council to discuss employee housing, EV carshare, and wildfire code
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on March 19, 2026, covering employee housing at the Residences on Grand, a housing policy workshop, cybersecurity, and an electric vehicle carshare program. The regular session includes second readings of ordinances, public updates on a special use permit for 100/200 Midland Avenue, and discussions on a wildfire resiliency code and a charter commission review.
- Continued discussion on employee housing at the Residences on Grand
- Electric Vehicle Carshare Program (discussion and/or action)
- Ordinance 2026-04: Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (second reading)
- Award of RFP 2026-04P for Traver Trail Pump Station #1 Replacement
- Public update on special use permit and CO status for 100/200 Midland Avenue (ICE facility)
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs City Council approves wildfire resiliency code on second reading
The Glenwood Springs City Council approved Ordinance 2026-04 for the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code on its second reading. Council also approved the consent agenda, moved two agenda items to April 2, and adjourned the meeting. Additionally, council heard updates and public comments regarding the Special Use Permit and Certificate of Occupancy status for 100/200 Midland Avenue.
- Moved Item 9 (Charter Commission) to April 2 (5-1)
- Continued Item 11 (Planning File ARC-000130-2025) to April 2 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda as written (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-04 (Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code) on second reading (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (6-1)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 19, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
WORK SESSION
3:00
Continued Discussion of Employee Housing Possibility at the Residences on Grand
Information/Discussion
3:45
Housing Policy and Data Worksession
Information/Discussion
4:30
Cybersecurity
Information/Discussion
5:15
Break to Get Dinner
5:30
Electric Vehicle Carshare Program
Discussion and/or Action
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 19, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
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REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 3:31 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl,
and Councilor Townsley. Absent: Councilor Schachter
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Deputy Chief of Police John Hassell, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Parks and Recreation
Director Rod Tarullo, Director of Economic and Community Development Trent Hyatt, Director of
Operations Tim Bergman, Transportation Engineer Lee Barger, Public Works Director Matt Langhorst,
Urban Ecology and Forestry Supervisor Eric Schwind, and City Engineer Ryan Gordon.
Item 2. 4:14 Agenda Changes
5:20 Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, seconded by Councilor Weimer, moved to move Item 9: Charter
Commission to the first meeting in April, April 2nd.
6:04 The motion passed 5:1 with Councilor Smith voting against.
6:45 Mayor Pro Tem Zalinski, seconded by Councilor Weimer, moved to honor the request of the
applicant to move Item 11: Planning File ARC-000130-2025 for continuance on April 2nd.
Councilor Schmahl asked a question.
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Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Council to consider South Bridge construction management agreement
The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on workforce housing, engineering standards, fire services, Flock cameras, and curbside composting, followed by a regular session with several action items. Key decisions include a resolution supporting a down payment assistance grant, a master service agreement for South Bridge construction management, a financial policy for speeding violations, and the first appropriation to the 2026 budget.
- Resolution 2026-04: Supporting application for Down Payment Assistance Grant from Division of Housing
- Master Service Agreement for South Bridge Construction Management
- Financial Policy for Speeding Violations
- Ordinance 2026-06: First Appropriation to the 2026 Budget
- Ordinance 2026-05: Adjust VALE Board's Disbursement Limit (second reading)
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✓ Decided: Council approves down payment assistance grant resolution 5-2
The Glenwood Springs City Council approved Resolution 2026-04 supporting an application for a Down Payment Assistance Grant from the Division of Housing, with a 5-2 vote. They also approved a Master Service Agreement for South Bridge Construction Management (5-2), a Financial Policy for Speeding Violations (6-1), and Ordinance 2026-06, the first appropriation to the 2026 budget (5-2). The consent agenda was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Resolution 2026-04 supporting Down Payment Assistance Grant application (5-2)
- Approved Master Service Agreement for South Bridge Construction Management (5-2)
- Approved Financial Policy for Speeding Violations (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-06, first appropriation to 2026 budget (5-2)
- Approved consent agenda unanimously
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 5, 2026
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:15 p.m.
The agenda is subject to change, including the addition of items 24 hours
in advance or the deletion of items at any time.
The order and times of agenda items listed are approximate and
intended as a guideline for the City Council.
ATTENTION: To ensure your written comments are included in the City Council packet, public comments must be received by 4 p.m.
on the day before City Council meetings. Comments may be submitted to [email protected].
Written comments may be submitted after this deadline and will be shared via email to City Council but are not guaranteed to make
it into the meeting packet. Submit comments at any time directly to City Council via email at [email protected].
WORK SESSION
3:00
Workforce Housing for City Employees
Information/Discussion
3:45
Engineering Standards and Permit Fees
Information/Discussion
4:30
Fire/Emergency Management Service Department Update to Council
Information/Discussion
5:15
Break to Get Dinner
5:30
Flock Camera Update
Information/Discussion
5:45
Curb Side Compost as an Option Through the Pay as You Throw Program (PAYT)
Information/Discussion
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MINUTES
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 5, 2026
6:15 PM
Note: Official meeting minutes are located on the City website via YouTube video at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GlenwoodSprings1885/videos. The times in agenda items indicate
approximately where the item can be found on the YouTube video timeline.
REGULAR SESSION
Item 1. 3:58 Roll Call
Present: Councilor Smith, Councilor Schachter, Councilor Weimer, Mayor Dehm, Mayor Pro Tem
Zalinski, Councilor Schmahl, and Councilor Townsley.
Staff Present: Also present were City Manager Steve Boyd, City Clerk Ryan Muse, City Attorney Karl
Hanlon, Chief of Public Safety Joseph Deras, Finance Director Yvette Gustad, Director of Economic and
Community Development Trent Hyatt, Director of Operations Tim Bergman, Housing Development
Manager/Planner Watkins Fulk-Gray, Public Works Director Matt Langhorst, and City Engineer Ryan
Gordon.
Item 2. 4:14 Agenda Changes
There were none.
Item 3. 4:39 Disclosure of Any Councilor Conflicts of Interest
There were none.
Item 4. 4:47 Citizens Appearing Before Council and Council Response
(for items not on the agenda - comments limited to 3 minutes)
Ashley Stahl, city resident, made comments on the ICE detention center and SPEAR.
Erin Anderson, city resident, made comments on the ICE detention center and flock cameras.
Zody Woolsey, city resident, made comments about flock cameras and data security.
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · 18:00
Planning & Zoning
Planning Commission to review childcare special use permit and design variances
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a special use permit for a childcare facility at 515 Flat Tops Drive, a minor site and architectural plan with design variances at 210 8th Street, and a work session on landscaping, screening, and fencing regulations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Special Use Permit SUP-000131-2025 for childcare at 515 Flat Tops Drive
- Minor Site and Architectural Plan and Design Variances ARC-000130-2025 at 210 8th Street
- Work session on Section 070.040.050 - Landscaping, Screening, and Fencing
- Approval of minutes from December 18, 2025 and January 24, 2026 meetings
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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z approves childcare permit and 210 8th Street development plans
The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for a childcare facility at 515 Flat Tops Drive (5-0) and approved a minor site and architectural plan plus design variances for a development at 210 8th Street (4-0 each). A work session on landscaping, screening, and fencing code was moved to the next regular meeting by unanimous decision. Commissioner White recused herself from the 210 8th Street items and left the meeting before those votes.
- Approved SUP-000131-2025 special use permit for childcare at 515 Flat Tops Drive with staff findings 1-6 and conditions 1-7 (5-0)
- Approved ARC-000130-2025 minor site and architectural plan for 210 8th Street with staff findings and conditions (4-0, White absent)
- Approved design variances 1-9 on VAR-000019-2026 for 210 8th Street with staff findings and conditions (4-0, White absent)
- Moved work session on Section 070.040.050 landscaping, screening, and fencing to next regular meeting (unanimous)
- Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved January 24, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
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AGENDA
CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
FEBRUARY 24, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET
6:00 PM
1
Attendance Instructions
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2
Roll Call
3
Receipt of the Minutes
A. December 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes
B. January 24, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4
Comments from citizens appearing for items not on the agenda
5
New Items
A. Planning File SUP-000131-2025 Special Use Permit Childcare, 515 Flat Tops Drive
B. Planning File ARC-000130-2025, Minor Site and Architectural Plan and Design Variances, 210 8th Street
C. Work Session Regarding Section 070.040.050 - Landscaping, Screening, and Fencing
6
Commissioner Comments
7
Director Comments
8
Adjournment
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MINUTES
City of Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
February 24, 2026
Council Chambers, First Floor
101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
Present: Commissioners: Amy Connerton, Joy White (Vice Chair), Connie Geiman, John Haughton,
Kyle Jones
Absent: Commissioners Pete Waller (Chair), Patrick Corcoran, Marjorie Lear (Alternate),
Also Present: Community Development Director Trent Hyatt, Senior Planner Emery Ellingson, Long
Range Principal Planner Jim Hardcastle, Community Development Technician Joel Asplund, City
Attorney Karl Hanlon
2. Conflicts of Interest
Commissioner White recused herself from the discussion and vote on planning file ARC-000130-
2025 due to an association with a coworker who drafted a letter of opinion on the proposed
development.
3. Receipt of Minutes
December 18, 2025, meeting minutes were received and approved unanimously 5-0.
o Commissioner Connerton made a motion to approve the minutes with the question of
whether staƯ responded to all commissioner questions during December’s meeting.
Director Hyatt clarified that yes, all questions were answered by staƯ. Commissioner
Jones seconded the motion.
January 24, 2026, meeting minutes were received and approved unanimously 5-0.
o Commissioner Connerton made a motion to approve the minutes, and commissioner
Geiman seconded the motion.
4. Comments from citizens for items not appearing on the agenda
No public comment was oƯered.
5. New …
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💰 Federal awards (top 9 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $484,593 | HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC Department of the Interior · IGF::CT::IGF - ELECTRIC UTILITY SERVICE - EASTERN COLORADO AREA OFFICE |
| $300,000 | HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC Department of the Interior · HOLY CROSS MAINTENANCE SERVICES AND POWER OUTAGE RESTORATION FOR EASTE |
| $245,544 | MUELLER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. Department of Agriculture · MAROON CREEK TRAIL BRIDGE REPLACEMENTS |
| $186,240 | WESTERN TIMBER MANAGEMENT LLC Department of the Interior · BRUSHY POINT MASTICATION |
| $127,600 | WESTERN TIMBER MANAGEMENT LLC Department of the Interior · FY26 SUMMIT POINT MASTICATION |
| $100,000 | NEXT WAVE IMPACT LLC Small Business Administration · RESEARCH ON SMALL BUSINESS TOPICS USING ECONOMIC DATA |
| $84,150 | NEXT WAVE IMPACT LLC Department of Justice · EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES |
| $70,875 | WESTERN TIMBER MANAGEMENT LLC Department of the Interior · OAK MEADOWS MOUNTAIN SPRINGS MASTICATION PROJECT |
| $12,254 | HANGER PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · PROS LIMB |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Garfield County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments2,705 (21,223 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,599/mo (135 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy20.3% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
1,120
Recorded votes
$70.4M
Annual budget
$56.2M
Debt outstanding
24
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$70.4M
Spending$81.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$56.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.80×
Debt-load index76 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.