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Glenwood Springs public meetings in 2022

43 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council votes on LoVa Trail bid, utility rates, and landscaping code updates

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold its regular December 15 meeting to act on routine items including awarding the LoVa Trail construction bid, setting landfill and utility rates, and amending landscaping and yard waste rules. The meeting also includes appointments and budget adjustments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 budget amendment and landscaping code changes

The Glenwood Springs City Council approved a 2022 budget appropriation amendment and landscaping code amendments, and appointed Kevin Flohr to the DDA. The yard waste diversion ordinance was continued to March 2023. Council also directed staff to compare council compensation with like communities.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda
4 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea
Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Commission to consider code amendment on community housing standards

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a code amendment to Municipal Code Section 070.045 regarding Community Housing Standards and Guidelines, including inclusionary zoning standards. The agenda also includes approval of the October 25, 2022 meeting minutes and public comment periods.

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101 W 8th Street, Glenwood Springs
Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council to vote on 2023 budget and multiple ordinances

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 1, 2022, to discuss and vote on the 2023 budget, several ordinances, and resolutions. Key items include second readings of tax-related ordinances, sales tax exemptions, sign standards, and grants for park improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on regional bikeshare, Habitat for Humanity agreements, and membership in a regional government association.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2023 budget and regional bikeshare MOU

The Glenwood Springs City Council approved the 2023 budget ordinance on first and only reading, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority for the regional bikeshare program. The council also approved MOUs with Habitat for Humanity and joining Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado for one year. Several items were continued or removed from the consent agenda.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority Memorandum of Understanding for planning and implementation of the Roaring Fork Regional Bikeshare program. Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem…
4 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
to approve Memorandum of Understanding for the Habitat for Humanity agreement. Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Councilor Wussow, and Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
6 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea · Hershey yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Stepp, Councilor Kaup, Councilor Wussow, and Mayor Godes
6 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea · Hershey yea
Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 07:30

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council held executive session regarding City Manager search

The City Council met for a special session to discuss personnel matters. The council entered an executive session to discuss the search for a City Manager.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to set mill levies, extend DDA tax financing, and amend sales tax code

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on transit and traffic data, then a regular meeting with consent agenda items including a trail build contract and court fees. Action items include next steps for Ballot Initiative 2C, a Habitat for Humanity MOU, first readings of two mill levy ordinances, a museum funding request, and code amendments on sales tax exemptions and sign standards.

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✓ Decided: Council approves mill levy ordinances, continues Habitat for Humanity agreement

The Glenwood Springs City Council approved two ordinances fixing the mill levy for fiscal year 2023, including a temporary tax credit, and approved an ordinance exempting certain retail delivery and carryout bag fees from sales tax. The council also approved a code amendment to sign standards and use specific standards. The Habitat for Humanity memorandum of understanding was continued to December 1, 2022, and the Historical Museum budget request was referred to the Financial Advisory Board.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Comment was made by Councilor Wussow, City Attorney Hanlon, Mayor Godes, and Acting Director of Economic and Community Development Klausman
6 yea
Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council to discuss 2023 budget and downtown tax financing

The Glenwood Springs City Council will meet to discuss the 2023 budget and the extension of Downtown Development Authority Tax Increment Financing. The meeting includes work sessions on the climate plan, parking, and a joint meeting with County Commissioners regarding the Forensa Property and Sopris View Project.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs City Council adopts 2023 budget

City Council unanimously approved the 2023 budget and the 2021 financial audit. The council also voted to extend the Downtown Development Authority Tax Increment Financing.

Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning Commission to review Qdoba sign variance at 510 Laurel

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a variance request for Qdoba signage at 510 Laurel Street. The agenda also includes approval of the August 23, 2022 draft minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to hold budget hearing, consider wildfire MOU and land swap

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on the budget and consider a consent agenda that includes a Memorandum of Understanding for the Roaring Fork Valley Wildfire Coalition and a land swap with Jenkins Subdivision owners. The meeting also includes a work session discussion on the wildfire coalition MOU and reports from city administration.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs City Council approves consent agenda

The City Council approved the consent agenda and held a public hearing regarding the budget. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Thu Oct 6, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to review 2023 budget, airport fees, and several agreements

The Glenwood Springs City Council is holding a regular meeting with work sessions on the 2023 budget and airport fee package, followed by a regular session. Key actions include a 2023 budget submittal, municipal court code updates, Habitat for Humanity agreements, and a detox facility agreement. The council will also appoint a new Planning and Zoning Commissioner and hold an executive session on legal advice regarding a Can and Will Serve Letter for RFTA and the Power Pathway Project.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Habitat for Humanity agreements and detox facility contract

Council established income and residency requirements for Habitat for Humanity housing projects and approved a Detoxification Facility Agreement. The council also updated the Municipal Court Code and appointed a new Planning and Zoning Commissioner.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ordinance shall read 2.5% and in Attachment A, Section E, it should read “workforce for housing projects and funding opportunities in and adjacent to the city for the following purposes”
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Director of Homeowner Services and Community Outreach for Habitat for Humanity Roaring Fork Carolyn Meadowcroft, President of Habitat for…
5 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Councilor Wussow, Councilor Dehm, City Attorney Hanlon, Assistant Director of Economic and Community Development Klausman, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman…
5 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
to approve the Detox Agreement. Karl Hanlon, City Attorney presented. Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, City Attorney Hanlon, and Councilor Stepp. 2:20 Councilor Hershey amended his…
6 yea
Hershey yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
to authorize the Mayor to sign a letter requesting the Department of Housing to revise its program guidelines to allow for a bridge between the State’s federally funded emergency rental assistance…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
Thu Sep 29, 2022 · 07:30

City Council

City Council to discuss city manager search in executive session

This is a special meeting of the Glenwood Springs City Council. The main item is an executive session to discuss the city manager search, followed by possible direction on recruitment. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: City Council held executive session regarding City Manager search

The City Council met for a special session and entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the City Manager's search. No other substantive items were discussed.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Wed Sep 21, 2022 · 08:30

City Council

City Council to discuss the appointment of a City Manager

The Glenwood Springs City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss or take action on appointing a City Manager. No other specific business items are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council continues search for long-term City Manager

The City Council voted to continue the search for a long-term City Manager and maintain Steve Boyd as acting City Manager. The council also scheduled a special in-person meeting for September 29th.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Motion is seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
6 yea
Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea · Godes yea
Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to discuss new ballot measure and budget in work session

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session to discuss enabling legislation for a new ballot measure and the budget, followed by a regular meeting with consent agenda items, updates, and an executive session on the city manager search.

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✓ Decided: Council approves BLD Meadows easement and legal action for Unita Basin Railroad

City Council approved a perpetual extension of 15 units for a geogrid easement at the BLD Meadows development. The council also authorized a letter of support for a Thompson Divide administrative withdraw and approved spending up to $30,000 for an Amicus Brief regarding the Unita Basin Railroad.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda
6 yea
Godes yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea
that the motion in the previous meeting’s minutes, September 1, 2022, was incorrect. The correct motion on the table is as follows- Mayor Godes moved, seconded by Councilor Stepp, the existing 15…
5 yea
Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
to authorize Mayor Godes to sign a letter of support on behalf of Council for a 20-year administrative withdraw from Thompson Divide that is being requested from Senators Bennett and Hickenlooper…
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
motion to include a spending cap of $30,000. Comments were made by Councilor Kaup, City Attorney Hanlon, and Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to consider ballot language and new ordinance for a ballot measure

The Glenwood Springs City Council is holding a regular meeting with a morning work session on the budget and Davis Drive outreach, followed by an executive session on the city manager search. In the regular session, the council will discuss and potentially act on several items, including adopting a local road safety plan, considering ballot language and enabling legislation for a new ballot measure, and endorsing a state ballot issue. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, a grant support resolution, and ordinance second readings.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves ballot language and legislation for new measure

Council approved Resolution 2022-34 and Ordinance 2022-22 to establish ballot language and enabling legislation for a new measure. The council also adopted a local road safety plan and approved a change order for tennis court restoration.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda
6 yea
Godes yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Stepp, Councilor Wussow, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Mayor Godes, and City Attorney Karl Hanlon
6 yea
Hershey yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
to adopt the local road safety plan as presented by City Engineer Terri Partch. Comments were made by Councilor Hershey, Councilor Stepp, City Engineer Terri Partch, and Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
6 yea
Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
that the only accommodation property to be taxed will be short-term. Motion dies for lack of a second. Comments were made by Councilor Wussow and City Attorney Karl Hanlon. 1:09 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman…
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
Ordinance 2022-22 Enabling Legislation for New Ballot Measure. Comments were made by Councilor Kaup, and City Attorney Karl Hanlon. 1:20 Councilor Wussow amended her motion, seconded amended by…
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
[context] 1:36 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman moved, seconded by Councilor Kaup, to support of a statewide Affordable Housing Issue 108
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
to approve change order number one in the amount not to exceed two hundred sixty-seven thousand one hundred sixty-five dollars and to allow staff discretion on how to proceed
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Willman yea · Godes yea · Hershey yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Stepp, Councilor Wussow, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Parks and Recreation Director Brian Smith, Councilor Dehm, Councilor Kaup, Councilor Hershey, and Mayor Godes
5 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning and Zoning Commission to review proposed code text amendments

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review proposed changes to the Municipal Code Title 070. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, receipt of minutes, and public comments, but no substantive decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission approves sign and rental code amendments

The Commission unanimously approved revisions to sign regulations, including new size and height limits for monument and pole signs. It also approved a technical amendment to remove an obsolete family definition from accessory tourist rental standards.

Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to vote on campaign spending, hotel rules, and more

The Glenwood Springs City Council holds a regular meeting with a work session on the budget and an executive session on the city manager search. The main session includes votes on several ordinances, including raising campaign issue spending limits, amending standards for extended-stay hotels, and changing citizen comment requirements. The council will also consider consent agenda items like an AT&T license agreement and grant applications, plus a transportation plan and a right-of-way encroachment license.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts new hotel standards and citizen comment rules

City Council approved updated standards for extended-stay hotels and new requirements for citizen comments. The council also authorized a cost-share for a downtown utility study and adopted transportation plans.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve Planning Item 22-22 Right-of-Way Encroachment License, 716 Cooper Avenue, Western Hotel, and give the right-of- way encroachment license to the applicant. Comments were made by Councilor…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Hershey yea
[context] :43 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman moved, seconded by Councilor Wussow, to increase the spending limits for issues, not candidates, to $2000
2 yea
Wussow yea · Willman yea
Ordinance 2022-20 with the change that we strike from the extended stay hotel kitchen standards the part of the sentence that says, “or a convection oven” and leave in everything else as proposed…
5 yea
Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Willman yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea
Ordinance 2022- 21 adopting Exhibit A with the following amendments: Starting on the second line it should read “shall limit his or her statements to no more than 3 minutes. The allocated period of 3…
5 yea
Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Willman yea · Godes yea
to approve a 50% split share of the cost up to $62,000
6 yea
Godes yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea
Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to decide on affordable housing ballot measure

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with work sessions on the 2023 budget, downtown security, and the rural fire district. During the regular session, the council will discuss and potentially act on an affordable/workforce housing ballot decision, urban forestry and beetle kill, and several consent agenda items including grants and contract awards. An executive session is scheduled for the city manager search.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2.5% lodging tax for workforce housing ballot

City Council voted to place a 2.5% lodging tax increase on the November ballot to fund workforce housing in Glenwood Springs. The approved measure includes a 20-year sunset clause and prohibits funds from entering the General Fund.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to accept the Ad Hoc Committee’s recommendation of the 2.5% lodging tax to be finalized over the next two weeks and for the ballot language to include the new tax is levied on all accommodation, the…
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea
Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning commission reviews minor site plan for County Road 135 property

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will meet in person and via Zoom to review a minor site plan for a property at 175/185 County Road 135. The meeting will also include roll call, receipt of minutes from the June 28 meeting, and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 14-unit residential project on County Road 135

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a minor site and architectural plan for 14 residential units in two buildings. The decision followed public testimony regarding traffic, road conditions, and parking on County Road 135.

Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to discuss trash hauling RFP, airport, downtown, housing, wildfire plan

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session on a single-hauler trash request for proposals, an airport board joint session, and a downtown development authority joint session. The regular session includes a consent agenda with a hotel conversion ordinance, a floodplain code amendment, a wildfire protection plan update, and discussions on affordable housing and urban forestry. The meeting is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with some action items.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts new regulations for hotel conversions

Council approved amended regulations for hotel conversions with specific deed restriction and income requirements. The council also authorized funding for North Landing construction drawings and deferred a decision on a lodging tax ballot question.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 2022-18: Hotel Conversions Second Reading
6 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
[context] Comments were made by City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Glenwood Springs Housing Coalition member Clark Anderson, Councilor Dehm, Mayor Godes, Councilor Kaup
6 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Glenwood Springs council to discuss floodplain code changes and hotel conversion rules

The Glenwood Springs City Council will meet on July 7, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including amendments to floodplain regulations and hotel conversion ordinances. The meeting includes a work session on housing survey results and joint sessions with commissions on transportation, river management, and parks. Two executive sessions are scheduled to receive legal advice on pending litigation and negotiations related to detox services.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves hotel conversion code amendments on first reading

City Council approved Ordinance 2022-18 regarding hotel conversion code amendments on first reading and passed a supplemental appropriation ordinance. Council also directed staff to seek estimates for a road safety grant resolution.

Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 11:30

City Council

Urban Renewal Authority to elect officers, hear West Glenwood Mall update

The Glenwood Springs Urban Renewal Authority is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes, designate a noticing place, and receive updates on the West Glenwood Mall and other locations. The agenda includes a presentation on Urban Renewal Authority basics. No formal decisions on specific projects are listed.

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101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Tue Jun 28, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning Commission to consider hotel conversion code amendment

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a code amendment regarding hotel conversions (Planning Item 19-22) and receive an Affordable Housing Accomplishment Report. The meeting will also include approval of draft minutes from May 24 and April 26, 2022, and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z backs hotel-to-housing code change on 90-day sprinkler rule

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a code amendment allowing hotel conversions to extended-stay housing, with staff-directed follow-ups on lighting safety, kitchenette definitions, and minimum washer/dryer requirements. The change addresses a regional housing gap of about 2,000 units and drew support from RFTA, which cited 40 driver vacancies. The commission also seated alternate Commissioner April Davey and accepted the April 26 and May 24 minutes with edits. Staff presented an affordable housing accomplishment report; no vote was recorded on it.

Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to decide on airport fees, electric rates, and more

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session on watering schedules, cemetery planning, and the South Bridge noise wall, followed by a regular session with consent agenda items and several action items. Key decisions include adopting airport standards and fees, electric rates, and a FAMLI opt-out resolution.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.4M South Bridge noise wall, rejects $2.4M aesthetic rocks

Glenwood Springs City Council approved funding for the NEPA-required South Bridge noise wall at $3.4 million plus $185,000 for form walls, but declined an additional $2.4 million for aesthetic rocks. Council also voted to opt out of Colorado's FAMLI family and medical leave insurance program, approved grant awards recommended by the Financial Advisory Board, and appointed Steve Boyd as acting City Manager starting July 8. A motion to prepare an easement for a South Canyon property owner failed 5-1, but a subsequent motion to create a personal license for access passed 4-2.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilor Wussow, seconded by Mayor Godes, to move item 17., Potential Parking on Maple for the 6th Street Project, to the first item of the regular agenda. Comments were made by Mayor…
4 yea
Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Wussow yea
Motion by Councilor Wussow, seconded by Mayor Godes, to move item 17., Potential Parking on Maple for the 6th Street Project, to the first item of the regular agenda. Comments were made by Mayor…
5 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
[context] Comments were made by City Engineer Terri Partch, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and Councilor Wussow
5 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
to approve the remaining grants that were recommended by FAB. Motion passed unanimously Item 9. :26 Interstate 70 Coalition Update Margaret Bowes, Director of the I-70 Coalition presented. Comments…
5 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
to approve the funding for Request for Proposal 2022-07P Tennis Court Restoration. Comments were made by Councilor Hershey, Mayor Godes, and Parks and Rec Director, Brian Smith. Motion passed…
4 yea
Kaup yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
that the NEPA requires and the additional $185,000 for the form walls and not the additional 2.4 million for the aesthetic rocks. Comments were made by Councilor Kaup, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman…
4 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
that the NEPA requires and the additional $185,000 for the form walls and not the additional 2.4 million for the aesthetic rocks. Comments were made by Councilor Kaup, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman…
5 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Wussow, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Mayor Godes, Councilor Kaup, City Attorney Karl Hanlon, and Councilor Stepp
1 yea
Wussow yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Godes, City Attorney Hanlon, Councilor Wussow, and Councilor Stepp
4 yea
Hershey yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Stepp yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Wussow, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and Councilor Hershey
5 yea
Hershey yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council discusses electric rates, airport standards, and local development updates

The City Council will hold work sessions and a regular meeting to discuss electric rates for 2022 and 2023 and municipal airport standards. The agenda includes discussions on real estate market demand, airspace safety, and various local infrastructure and transportation agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves airport hazard guide and fruit tree clearing, 5-1

Glenwood Springs City Council voted 5-1 to publish a guide of hazardous conditions at state airports and allow city staff to begin clearing fruit trees at the airport, with initial funding as an increase to an existing loan from the Capital Project Fund to the Airport Fund. Council unanimously agreed to cover $230,000 in additional RFTA paratransit costs plus $30,000 for ADA compliance for the next year. A motion to direct staff to seek up to $200,000 in county conservation trust funding for Sopris View failed 3-3, and the matter was instead referred to the Parks and Recreation Commission and then the Financial Advisory Board. Council also voted 4-2 to keep the current format for meeting minutes.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilor Dehm, seconded by Councilor Stepp, to keep the LGBTQ+ Pride flag in front of Council dais for the meeting in support of Pride month. Motion passed unanimously. Item 8. :04 Agenda…
4 yea
Willman yea · Dehm yea · Stepp. Kaup yea · Hershey yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Kaup, Mayor Godes, Parks and Recreation Director Brian Smith, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and Councilor Stepp
5 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Trails and Open Space Supervisor Chad Smith, and Councilor Stepp
3 yea
Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Council Stepp, City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Mayor Godes, Councilor Hershey, and Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
4 yea
Willman yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
Tue May 24, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on May 24, 2022

The Commission will review a special use permit amendment and a location and extent review. The April 26, 2022, minutes were not available for review and will be addressed in June.

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Tue May 24, 2022 · 11:30

General

Glenwood Springs URA meets to review budget and activity level

The Glenwood Springs Urban Renewal Authority will convene to discuss its budget and review activity levels. The meeting is procedural with no specific decisions listed beyond routine approvals.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs URA delays 2022 budget, sets June meeting to adopt it

The Urban Renewal Authority approved minutes from June 3, 2021 and adjourned without adopting a budget. Treasurer Steve Boyd said no URA budget has been passed and he has not seen a draft; City Attorney Karl Hanlon said a budget must be in place by the end of June and recommended another meeting in June. Staff also reported a private developer contract for the old Safeway building is in due diligence, REI will open at the Roaring Fork Marketplace in July, and Furniture Row bought the old American Furniture Warehouse space. No decisions were made on blight studies or the West Glenwood Mall.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Thu May 19, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

✓ Decided: Council backs affordable housing committee, authorizes up to $50K for survey

Glenwood Springs City Council voted 6-1 to support the Affordable Housing Ad Hoc Committee's recommendations, authorizing the City Manager up to $50,000 if needed for a survey and asking staff to move the process forward quickly, with a possible November ballot question. Council also approved Ordinance 2022-16 amending Title 080, certified the recent election results, and made appointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission and Downtown Development Authority. A motion to fund traffic calming devices failed 6-1; a follow-up motion asking the Transportation Commission to review and recommend at the June 16 meeting passed 6-1. Items 15 and 18 were moved to a later date, and Council entered executive session on right-of-way acquisition, detox services negotiations, and the City Manager's contract.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda
6 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
to approve the Consent Agenda. Ayes: Willman, Kaup, Godes, Dehm, Stepp, Wussow Nays: Hershey Motion passed 6-1. Item 10. :31 Parks and Recreation Commission Appointments Comments were made by…
6 yea
Hershey yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea
[context] Comments were made by City Engineer Terri Partch, Councilor Hershey, Councilor Wussow, Councilor Kaup, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Councilor Stepp and Mayor Godes
1 yea
Wussow yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman and Councilor Kaup
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
that the community coalesces around and wants to vote for, it can be put on the ballot in November, and to make this a top priority for staff. Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Mayor Pro-Tem…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
Thu May 5, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

✓ Decided: Council awards two Habitat for Humanity affordable housing parcels 6-1

Glenwood Springs City Council awarded RFP 2022-01 for the Habitat for Humanity Affordable Housing Project on two parcels, each by a 6-1 vote with Councilor Hershey opposed. Council approved a 5.2% electric rate increase for both 2022 and 2023, followed by yearly rate reviews, also 6-1 with Hershey opposed. Council voted 4-2 to give the Downtown Market a $1,200 credit for this calendar year only, and appointed Katherine Proctor to the Historic Preservation Commission. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to enter Executive Session on security matters and adjourn.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to award RFP 2022-01 to Habitat for Humanity, the Affordable Housing Project, action item number one, parcel number 218509300002. Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
to award RFP 2022-01 to Habitat for Humanity, the Affordable Housing Project, action item number two, parcel number 218527200003. Comments were made by Councilor Wussow, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
to approve the staff recommendation of approving an electric rate increase of five-point-two percent both in two 2022 and 2023 followed by a yearly rate review with inflationary increases or…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Hershey, Mayor Godes, Councilor Wussow, Downtown Market manager Julia Smith and Councilor Dehm
4 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

P&Z to review floodplain code changes, two variances

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider three new items: a variance at 727 Blake Avenue, a design variance at 1120 Palmer, and amendments to floodplain regulations in Title 070.040. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 22 meeting and hear public comments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves floodplain code updates and three variances at 1120 Palmer

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved state-mandated updates to floodplain regulations. They also granted a variance for a shed at 727 Blake Avenue and approved three separate design variances and an administrative adjustment for a new home at 1120 Palmer. No public comments were received on any agenda items.

Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council to discuss affordable housing project and police fees

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 21, 2022, with a work session starting at 3:00 PM and the regular session at 6:15 PM. The meeting includes discussions on affordable housing project qualifications, code enforcement philosophy, and sustainable strategies, as well as actions on police department fees, debris pond maintenance, and ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs council approves Ordinance 2022-15 on impact fees

Glenwood Springs City Council approved Ordinance 2022-15 and adopted the findings in the staff report on impact fees, with no public comment offered. Council also approved its consent agenda 6-1, appointed Ray Alexander to a regular Transportation Commission seat, and directed staff to work with regional, state, and federal partners on alternative transportation routes during extreme weather. The remaining items were presentations and comments, with no other substantive decisions recorded.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda
6 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to discuss electric rates, affordable housing, and trash franchising

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with work sessions and action items. Key discussions include affordable housing, electric rates and fees, and franchising trash/recycling/compost services. The council will also consider several ordinances, resolutions, and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council votes 4-3 against moving forward on Sopris View project, then 6-1 to seek design proposals

Glenwood Springs City Council on April 7, 2022, adopted a staff recommendation not to move forward with the Sopris View project at this time because it is not a Council priority, on a 4-3 vote. Council then voted 6-1 to ask staff to solicit proposals for design. Council also approved a 5% pay increase for staff, a $51,848 payment for a 7-party memorandum of understanding on Garfield County senior programs, and two ordinances on first reading.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to adopt the staff recommendation of not moving forward at this time as it is not a Council priority. Comments were made by City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, City Manager Debra…
4 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Hershey yea
to adopt the staff recommendation of not moving forward at this time as it is not a Council priority. Comments were made by City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, City Manager Debra…
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning Commission to review fire impact fee, parks HQ, landscaping code

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several planning items. They will continue discussion on the Part 2 Fire Impact Fee, review the location and extent of the Parks and Recreation Department's World Headquarters, and consider code amendments to Title 070 regarding landscaping standards. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comments.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to decide airport runway options and pedestrian plan

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session and action items. Key decisions include airport runway configurations, adoption of the pedestrian and bicycle improvements plan, and several consent agenda items. The meeting also includes appointments and discussions on emergency evacuation planning.

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✓ Decided: Council approves airport tunnel design and pedestrian-bike plan

City Council reaffirmed the tunnel option for the airport's South Bridge and adopted the MOVE study for pedestrian and bicycle improvements. The council also approved several board appointments and updated rules for public lands, parks, and cemeteries.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] :06 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman moved, seconded by Councilor Hershey to take public comment during the Airport session
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Councilor Dehm, Mayor Godes and RFTA Chief Executive Officer Dan Blankenship
5 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Hershey, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Councilor Kaup, Mayor Godes, Councilor Wussow and Councilor Dehm
2 yea
Stepp yea · Hershey yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Dehm, Mayor Godes, Councilor Kaup, Councilor Hershey, City Attorney Karl Hanlon and Councilor Wussow
5 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
[context] 2:06 Mayor Godes moved, seconded by Councilor Stepp, to eliminate from consideration an insulated tunnel that staff, legal and insurance did not think necessary
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] 2:09 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman moved, seconded by Councilor Stepp, to move items 15c and d until after the election
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
[context] 2:15 Councilor Hershey moved, seconded by Councilor Wussow, that after the election the one issue to be discussed in item 15 is the obstruction FAA issue
5 yea
Wussow yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Hershey yea
Thu Mar 3, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to consider building codes, redistricting, broadband budget

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a discussion on water planning and a comprehensive plan update. The regular session includes several second-reading ordinances on building codes, state interest matters, public art funding, and ward redistricting, plus actions on broadband funding and an electric operations center contract.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts ward redistricting and updated building codes

City Council approved several ordinances including updated building codes, ward redistricting, and public art funding. The council also appointed a new member to the Airport Commission and awarded a construction contract for the Electric Operations Center.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the February 17, 2022, City Council meeting minutes
4 yea
Willman yea · Hershey yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea
to approve the February 25, 2022, Special City Council meeting minutes
6 yea
Willman yea · Hershey yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
[context] Comments were made by Mayor Godes, City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Councilor Kaup, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Councilor Stepp, and Councilor Wussow
4 yea
Wussow yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea
Ordinance 2022-07 along with the findings in the staff report for changes to Title 07o and 90 related to Public Art Funding Planning Item 57-21. Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Councilor Dehm…
5 yea
Kaup yea · Stepp yea · Dehm yea · Wussow yea · Willman yea
to adopt draft two of the ward redistricting. Comments were made by City Clerk Ryan Muse, Councilor Stepp, Mayor Godes, City Attorney Karl Hanlon, Councilor Wussow, Councilor Kaup, and Mayor Pro-Tem…
5 yea
Hershey yea · Godes yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
Ordinance 11, Series of 2022 (One Reading) Amending the 2022 Budget for Broadband Expenditures
6 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea · Dehm yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea
Fri Feb 25, 2022 · 12:00

City Council

Special council meeting to appoint a city council member

This is a special meeting of the Glenwood Springs City Council held via Zoom. The agenda includes only procedural items: roll call, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment, with the sole substantive item being the discussion and/or action to appoint a city council member. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Marco Dehm to fill remainder of Steve Davis's term

At a special meeting on February 25, 2022, Glenwood Springs City Council voted unanimously to appoint Marco Dehm to fill the remainder of Steve Davis's term on City Council. The motion was made by Councilor Wussow and seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman. The meeting then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

P&Z to review annexation, rezoning, and site plans for four properties

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several planning items, including an annexation and rezoning at 25 Airport Road, site/architectural plan reviews at 1010 Grand, 702 23rd Street, and 2525 S Grand Avenue, and a continued discussion on the Fire Impact Fee. The commission will also elect officers for the year.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves several housing projects and new officers.

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission elected a new chair and vice chair, approved an annexation and rezoning at 25 Airport Road, and approved design variances and architectural plans for a multi-family project at 1010 Grand. The commission also approved minor site plans for multi-family residential buildings at 702 23rd Street and 2525 S Grand Avenue. A public hearing on fire impact fees was continued to the next meeting.

Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council to discuss building codes, budget amendments, and various ordinances

The Glenwood Springs City Council will meet to consider several ordinances and commission appointments. Key items include updates to building codes, public art funding, and wireless communication standards.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs City Council approved board appointments, multiple ordinances, and a budget amendment.

The Glenwood Springs City Council approved the consent agenda, various board and commission appointments, and scheduled a Zoom meeting to vote on a replacement for Mr. Davis. Council also approved a Housing Coalition letter of intent with $10,000 from the General Fund, adopted several ordinances regarding state interest guidelines, building codes, wireless facilities, and budget appropriations, and continued a public art funding item to March 3.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the letter of intent and the expenditure of ten thousand dollars from the General Fund. Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem Willman
3 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Kaup yea
to approve the Mayor to send both letters as a formal motion of counsel. Motion passed unanimously. Comments were made by Councilor Hershey, Mayor Godes, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, and City Clerk Ryan…
3 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea
Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 17:00

General

Planning Commission to review land use code amendments

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to the municipal land use code, including guidelines for matters of state interest and fire/emergency services impact fees. The impact fee discussion is continued to February 22, 2022. The meeting also includes public comment and commissioner/director comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves state interest land use regulations

The Commission approved code text amendments to Municipal Code Title 070 regarding guidelines and regulations for matters of state interest. Discussion focused on the 1041 regulations, including their application to nonprofit entities and city projects. A separate item regarding fire and emergency services impact fees was continued.

Thu Feb 3, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to discuss downtown design standards and possible charter changes

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold work sessions on downtown design standards, potential charter changes, a pedestrian and bicycle improvements plan, and youth mental health, followed by a regular session with consent agenda items, appointments to multiple boards and commissions, and several ordinances and resolutions. The meeting includes both informational discussions and formal actions.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs council funds youth mental health program $335,000

The City Council approved $335,000 for a joint youth mental health proposal from Youth Zone and the Roaring Fork School District, with $75,000 from the Marijuana Fund and $260,000 from the Tobacco Tax. Council also approved a right-of-way encroachment license for drainage features in Grand Avenue, moved forward with grant funding applications for the 8th Street and 6th Street projects on a 4-2 vote, approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-05 amending public lands rules, and accepted two CDOT grants for airport fueling systems and a runway. Numerous board and commission appointments were made, all by unanimous vote.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the City get proposals from engineering firms to complete the designs to the State and Federal requirements. Comments were made by Mayor Godes, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman, Councilor Kaup, City…
4 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea
Thu Jan 27, 2022 · 17:00

City Council

Council to review all boards and commissions, fill vacancy

This is a special meeting of the Glenwood Springs City Council to discuss and potentially take action on the status and appointments of all city boards and commissions, including the Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board, Historic Preservation Commission, and others. The council will also discuss a protocol for board members addressing the council and consider filling a council vacancy. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or financial items listed.

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✓ Decided: Council sets timeline for filling vacancy and updates board presentation rules

The City Council held a special session to receive updates from various city boards and commissions. Members approved a new protocol for board presentations and established a schedule for filling a council vacancy.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning

Planning Commission to discuss Public Art Master Plan implementation

The Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to continue discussions on the Public Art Master Plan implementation and to discuss a special meeting with City Council boards and commissions. The agenda also includes approval of the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Glenwood Springs P&Z advances Public Art Master Plan code changes on 7-0 vote

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved (7-0) amendments to Title 070 implementing the Public Art Master Plan, as modified by commissioner suggestions. Staff said five public art pieces a year would cost just over $60,000 annually and recommended a fee of 10 cents per square foot, with fees set by City Council resolution rather than ordinance. The commission also nominated Chair Dehm to represent it at a January 27, 2022 special meeting on City boards and commissions. No citizens commented on either item.

Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

Council to set 2022 landfill fees and discuss South Canyon RFP

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a consent agenda with several routine items and action items. Key discussions include the 2022 South Canyon Landfill fee setting, a request for proposals for South Canyon, and a citizen petition on noise reduction.

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✓ Decided: Council tables Public Improvement Fee extension decision for 60 days

The Council tabled a decision on extending the Public Improvement Fee for 60 days after a motion to deny the extension failed. They also approved landfill fees, directed staff to engage CDOT on Highway 82 speed limits, and appointed new Planning and Zoning members.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Comments made by Mayor Godes, Councilor Kaup, Mayor Pro-Tem Willman Councilor Wussow, and Councilor Stepp
6 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Wussow yea · Kaup yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea
[context] Ayes: Godes, Willman, Wussow, Kaup, Davis, Stepp Nays: Hershey Motion passed 6-1 :48 Mayor Pro-Tem Willman moved, seconded by Councilor Wussow, to direct Planning and Zoning to look at…
6 yea
Godes yea · Willman yea · Wussow yea · Kaup yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea
[context] Comments made by Councilor Kaup 1:24 Mayor Godes amended motion, seconded by Councilor Kaup, to direct staff to make a call and try to engage CDOT on the possibility of lower the speed…
5 yea
Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Kaup and Parks and Recreation Director Brian Smith, and Councilor Kaup
6 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Davis yea
to deny the extension of this Public Improvement Fee and to allow the existing Public Improvement Fee to sunset as promised in 2025. Comments were made by Councilor Stepp, City Attorney Karl Hanlon…
1 yea
Godes yea
to table this decision and conversation for sixty days to allow staff and developer/owner to bring the Council more clarity, transparency, detailed information. Comments were made by Mayor Pro-Tem…
6 yea
Hershey yea · Davis yea · Wussow yea · Willman yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea
to approve the Online Merchandise Store with full-time employees to receive $200 annually and part-time/seasonal staff to receive a pro-rated percentage based on hours, at staff discretion, annually…
4 yea
Willman yea · Wussow yea · Godes yea · Davis yea
Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to hold listening session regarding airport formula

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The primary item for discussion is the Airport Listening Session Formula.

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✓ Decided: Council sets Feb 24 airport listening session and adds 'no runway' option to study list

At a special virtual meeting on January 19, 2022, Glenwood Springs City Council planned a public listening session on airport options for February 24, 2022, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, to be held at Sopris Elementary School if available, otherwise at the Community Center, with a virtual participation option and a staff-decided way to distinguish resident from non-resident input. Council also directed that the board presenting on immediate airport safety and operational items (fuel, fencing, ground maintenance, communications) include committed or estimated costs, and voted 5-1 to add a 'no runway or other opportunity, with community input' option to the list that already included shortening the runway, moving the runway north, and leaving it as is. A motion asking how the City would pay for a tunnel if no outside funding were available failed 4-2.

101 W 8th St, Glenwood Springs
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the board weighing options would include the option that if we can’t get grant funding to pay for it, should we spend City funds for those purposes. Comments were made by Councilor Stepp, Mayor…
2 yea
Willman yea · Godes yea
[context] 1:40 Councilor Stepp amended motion, seconded by Mayor Godes, to add the option of no runway or other opportunity, with community input, to the board that includes shorten runway, move the…
5 yea
Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Willman yea · Godes yea
Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 18:15

City Council

City Council discusses multi-family development and municipal code changes

The Glenwood Springs City Council will hold a virtual meeting to discuss various city operations and legislative items. Key topics include a 300-unit multi-family development review, campaign finance ordinances, and paid parking pricing.

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✓ Decided: Council approved 300-unit Glenwood Meadows housing plan 4-3

Glenwood Springs City Council approved a major site and architectural plan review for a 300-unit multi-family development in 14 buildings in Glenwood Meadows on a 4-3 vote. Council also approved Ordinance 2022-02 setting a $400 campaign contribution limit per person, per campaign or issue, 6-1, and adopted Resolution 2022-02 setting a referendum for the May 3rd election, 6-1. Council directed staff to pursue paid parking options one and two with public input, 5-2, and approved a Code of Conduct and Rules of Procedure with amendments, 5-2.

🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the appointment of boards and commission members before the January 27th, 2022 Special Meeting
5 yea
Hershey yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea · Willman yea
to approve the appointment of boards and commission members before the January 27th, 2022 Special Meeting. Ayes: Hershey, Davis, Stepp, Wussow, Willman Nays: Godes, Kaup Motion passes 5-2. Comments…
6 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Godes yea · Wussow yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea
[context] Comments were made by Councilor Hershey
6 yea
Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Davis yea · Willman yea · Godes yea · Kaup yea
to approve Planning File 60-20 – Consideration of a Major Site/Architectural Plan Review Application for the Construction of 300-Unit Multi-Family Development in 14 Separate Buildings in Glenwood…
4 yea
Davis yea · Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Wussow yea
Ordinance 2021-08
3 yea
Hershey yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea
Resolution 2022-02; Set Referendum for the May 3rd election
6 yea
Davis yea · Godes yea · Stepp yea · Kaup yea · Wussow yea · Hershey yea
Ordinance 2022-02; Campaign Finance, with a $400 contribution limit per person, per campaign or issue
6 yea
Hershey yea · Kaup yea · Willman yea · Wussow yea · Stepp yea · Godes yea
[context] 2:34 Motion Amended by Councilor Kaup, seconded by Councilor Davis, to give staff direction to pursue option one and also pursue exploring option two of paid parking, including some of the…
5 yea
Kaup yea · Godes yea · Willman yea · Davis yea · Stepp yea
to table item 23, Code of Conduct, until the January 20th meeting
3 yea
Wussow yea · Davis yea · Hershey yea
to approve the Code of Conduct and Rules of Procedure but remove last sentence of 1.B.5, Rules of Procedure, and the wording City Council in the title of the Code of Conduct. Comments were made by…
5 yea
Willman yea · Kaup yea · Stepp yea · Wussow yea · Hershey yea