Golden, CO

HPB Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will consider Case HPB 26-04, a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes including a front porch and painted brick at 412 18th Street in the East Street Historic District. The board will also receive an update on the demolition COA for the Schall Residence at 612 10th Street and discuss the Past Forward initiative.

• Review of COA for unauthorized front porch and painted brick at 412 18th Street
• Update on demolition COA for 612 10th Street (Schall Residence)
• Past Forward Update discussion
• New board member CIRSA training reminder on August 24, 2026

Arts & Culture Commission Meeting

The Commission will hear a strategic plan update from Peak Facilitation, receive reports from the Grants and AIPP subcommittees, discuss a staff report, and consider new business including the Comfort and Comedy Festival. The meeting also includes public comment and a board interest survey.

• Strategic Plan Update presented by Samuel Wallace from Peak Facilitation
• Grants Subcommittee Report
• AIPP Subcommittee Report
• Staff Report
• New Business: Comfort and Comedy Festival

EDComm

The Economic Development Commission will discuss three proposals for a makerspace feasibility study and consider forming an ad-hoc committee to select a consultant. They will also review a $839 grant application for backup power systems at Connects Workspace and discuss expanding the Business Advisor Program for a 2027 launch. Staff will provide updates on the 2026 budget, business retention visits, and Q1 tax reports showing sales tax growth of 3.45% but declines in use and lodging taxes.

• Grant application for $839 to purchase battery backup systems for Connects Workspace locations
• Three proposals received for Makerspace Feasibility Study; board may appoint review committee
• Traxion proposes expanded Business Advisor/Mentorship Program launching in 2027
• Q1 2026 sales taxes up 3.45% vs Q1 2025; use tax down 11.07%; lodging tax down 5.5%
• Staff reports 12+ direct business contacts in past month and ongoing DDA/GURA projects

PC Regular Meeting and Study Session

This meeting is largely procedural, with approval of minutes and public comment. The main substantive item is a study session to discuss the scope of the Housing Action Plan, including a staff memo and draft scope of work.

• Study session on Housing Action Plan scope (staff memo and draft scope of work)
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2026
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Special Events Review Committee

The Special Events Review Committee will review past events and discuss logistics for upcoming events including 4th of July, Buffalo Bill Days, and the Midweek Farmer's Market. The agenda also includes public comment and introductions of new members. The meeting packet contains the City's Special Events Policy from January 2025.

• Review of past events: Farmer's Market, Movies & Music in the Park, Flag Day, Artsweek, Bike to Work Day, Golden Bike Cruise
• Logistics discussion for 4th of July and Buffalo Bill Days Festival (July 24-26)
• Introduction of new SERC members and review of meeting norms
• Public comment period of 10 minutes
• Reference to Special Events Policy (adopted Jan 2025) defining Tier 1-3 events and review process

City Council Regular Business Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a budget amendment and an ordinance changing Golden Urban Renewal Authority membership. Consent matters include contract renewals and an intergovernmental agreement. A resolution would approve an economic incentive for the Golden Apartments at 2401 East Street. The meeting also includes a Q2 strategic plan update and a 4th of July proclamation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2296, a supplemental appropriation for the 2026 budget
• Resolution 3324 to award an economic incentive for Golden Apartments at 2401 East Street
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2293 amending Golden Urban Renewal Authority membership terms
• Consent items: contract renewal with Kronos (UKG), IGA with Jefferson County for Love My Air program, and electrical services agreement with South Paw Electrical
• Staff update on Strategic Plan end of Q2

Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board

The Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss recent traffic collisions in Golden and a preliminary project for South Golden Road. The board will also review a crash data map for bike/pedestrian incidents, updates to street and bike specifications, and a PTV policy update. Staff will provide status updates on various projects.

• Discussion of recent traffic collisions and roadway safety
• Preliminary discussion of South Golden Road project
• Review of Golden bike/pedestrian crash data map
• Street and Bike Specification Update
• PTV Policy Update

Community Sustainability Advisory Board - Note time change for June

The board will receive updates on the city's greenhouse gas inventory, grant projects, and 2026 work plan, then adjourn to its annual strategic meeting. No formal votes are scheduled. Upcoming City Council action on extending the Love My Air program will also be discussed.

• City Council expected June 30 to extend IGA with Jefferson County Public Health for Love My Air air quality program
• 47 sustainability rebate applications awarded totaling $51,012.75 out of $100k budget
• New EV chargers planned: three public stations near high school, Colfax & Zeta, and Golden Heights Park
• Residential waste hauling contract awarded to 5280 Waste Solutions (Council action June 9)
• Geothermal study with Xcel Energy for east 10th Street area underway

The Community Sustainability Advisory Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting. It also approved the residential Pay‑As‑You‑Throw contract, selecting 5280 Waste Solutions to begin service on September 1. Staff provided updates on the Downtown Waste District, special‑event waste staffing, and the 2024 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory.

• Approved agenda (motion by Carrie Atiyeh, seconded by Jill Engel-Cox)
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2026 (motion by Jill Engel-Cox, seconded by Carrie Atiyeh)
• Approved residential PAYT contract with 5280 Waste Solutions (effective Sep 1)

Community Marketing Board

The Community Marketing Board will discuss the proposed "Golden After Hours" evening activation program, which includes a pilot offering $250-$500 grants to businesses to extend hours one evening per month. The board will also review budget and sales tax data, elect a chair and co-chair, and discuss the agency of record. No final decisions are expected on the program at this meeting; it is a discussion item.

• Discussion of "Golden After Hours" program concept and potential late-summer 2026 pilot with monthly evening activations and $250–$500 activation grants per business
• Review of Q1 2026 sales tax results: revenue is $28,888 above prorated budget and up 3.45% year-over-year
• Report that marijuana tax revenue is $54,114 above budget through Q1 2026, while lodging tax is $20,512 below budget
• Use tax decline of 11.07% from 2025, though close to budget (trailing by $61,966)
• Board chair and co-chair elections and agency of record discussion and scoring results

LOCATION CHANGE TO GCC-Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on June 18, 2026. Business items include appointing PRAB liaisons and following up on the June study session. The board will also hear public comment and receive the Director's Report. The meeting will adjourn to a tour of the Golden Community Center and RV Park.

• PRAB Liaison Appointments
• June Study Session Follow-Up
• Public Comment period (3 minutes per person)
• Director's Report (15 minutes)
• Adjourn to study session tour of GCC and RV Park

ACC Art in Public Places Subcommittee Meeting - No Recording

ACC Grants Subcommittee Meeting - No Recording

Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee

The Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee will review the first quarter of 2026 sales, use, lodging, and marijuana tax revenues, which show sales and marijuana taxes exceeding budget while use and lodging taxes trail projections. The committee will also discuss Public Works updates, citywide updates, and community conversations. Additionally, the meeting marks the kickoff for the 2027-28 biennial budget season, which will determine future city spending and service levels.

• Review of Q1 2026 tax revenues: sales tax is $28,888 above budget, marijuana tax is $54,114 above budget, use tax trails budget by $61,966, and lodging tax trails by $20,512.
• Kickoff of the 2027-28 biennial budget season to guide future city operating and capital improvement plans.
• Public Works department update and discussion.
• City updates including building project progress, police chief finalist meet-and-greet, and regional homeless navigation.
• Review and update of the CBAC 2025 meeting calendar.

EDComm

The Economic Development Commission will discuss and potentially authorize staff to pursue permanent General Fund support for three key initiatives in the 2027–2028 budget cycle: the Business Advisor Program (Golden Mentor Network), an updated Economic Contribution Study, and continued funding for the B2B website and Bludot CRM. The board will also receive an update on the Makerspace Feasibility Study, where the current $15,000 budget may be insufficient. Routine reports on the 2026 budget, business retention activity, and sales tax data will be presented.

• Board discussion on Makerspace Feasibility Study update – only one proposal received so far; $15,000 budget may be insufficient
• Request to authorize staff to seek permanent General Fund funding for the Business Advisor Program (Golden Mentor Network) starting 2027–2028
• Request to authorize staff to seek General Fund funding for an updated Economic Contribution Study (previous study cost $11,700)
• Request to authorize permanent General Fund support for Golden B2B website and Bludot CRM (combined $12,000 in 2026 budget)
• Staff report includes update on Business Power Resiliency event and direct contacts with 14+ businesses

HPB Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for demolishing an existing garage and constructing a new two-car garage at 1735 Ford Street, a contributing property in the East Street Historic District. A stay of demolition up to 190 days must be imposed. The board will also receive an update on the 612 10th Street demolition case and hold a study session on historic preservation design guidelines.

• HPB 26-03: Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition and new accessory garage at 1735 Ford Street in the East Street Historic District
• Update on HPB 26-01: demolition at 612 10th Street (Schall Residence)
• Study Session: Second review of Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
• Staff recommends a 64-day stay of demolition until August 12, 2026, pending Planning Commission decision on garage access

City Council Study Session 5pm-Regular Business Meeting 6:30pm

The City Council will hold a study session on the Junction Metropolitan District, economic development, and budget priorities for 2027-2028, followed by a regular business meeting. Key actions include a public hearing and vote on a lease purchase (Ordinance 2295) to fund improvements at Fossil Trace Golf Club, including a pump station replacement and irrigation system. Council will also consider resolutions for a new North Downtown permit parking system (Resolution 3323), a construction contract for the golf course pump station (Resolution 3294), a residential waste collection contract (Resolution 3326), and a budget amendment (Ordinance 2296).

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2295 authorizing lease purchase to finance Fossil Trace Golf Club pump station and irrigation improvements
• Resolution 3294 awarding construction contract to The Weitz Company for Fossil Trace Golf Course pump station replacement
• Resolution 3323 establishing a North Downtown permit parking system
• Introduction of Ordinance 2296 amending the 2026 budget for carryover and additional appropriations
• Resolution 3326 approving residential waste collection contract with 5280 Waste Disposal

GURA

The Golden Urban Renewal Authority will consider subcommittee appointments, vote on a resolution to appoint Tim Dwyer as Executive Director, and discuss creation of the new Nazarene Plan Area. Staff will also provide updates on the 2026 budget, a business power resilience event, infrastructure projects, and pending land use cases at 17200 West Colfax Avenue.

• Subcommittee elections for Finance, Communications, and Development and Operations committees
• Resolution 171 to appoint Tim Dwyer as Executive Director
• Discussion of new Nazarene Plan Area and board expansion to 13 members per HB 1348
• Update on PSPS Power Resilience business event held June 3
• Potential TIF agreement for 17200 West Colfax Avenue with Elevation Community Land Trust

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Study Session

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a study session to discuss the Parks Above-Ground Infrastructure Capital Plan. No public comment will be accepted during this session.

• Discussion of Parks Above-Ground Infrastructure Capital Plan

Arts & Culture Commission Meeting

The Arts and Culture Commission will discuss and potentially vote on a recommendation for remaining Ulysses Park funds through the Art in Public Places program. They will also receive an update on Lions Park improvements, review progress on the strategic and work plan including a website update, and vote on the September meeting date. Additionally, a presentation on the 2026 Comfort and Comedy Festival will be given.

• Lions Park Update presented by Rheana Rogers
• AiPP Recommendation for Remaining Ulysses Park Funds presented by Rick Souders
• Strategic and Work Plan Progress Report (Website Update, GHM Strategic Planning)
• September Meeting Date Vote (options: Monday Aug 31 or Tuesday Sep 8)
• 2026 Comfort and Comedy Festival presentation by Len Matheo

Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board

The Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting that includes a discussion on recent traffic collisions as part of a Roadway Safety Discussion. The board will also welcome a new member, elect a chair and vice chair, receive project updates, and take public comment.

• Discussion of recent traffic collisions in Golden
• New member welcome and introductions
• Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Project updates from staff
• New business from board members

Special Events Review Committee

The Golden Special Events Review Committee will review and decide on grant funding for several 2026 community events, including a $4,012.68 request from the American Legion for their July 4th celebration. The committee will also hear public comment, recap the Golden Bike Cruise Kick-Off, and discuss special event sign-ups.

• American Legion 4th of July event requesting $4,012.68 in grant funding
• Golden Bicycle Cruise approved for $5,000 in 2026 grant funding
• Golden Gallop approved for $5,000 in 2026 grant funding
• Lions Club 4th of July and Buffalo Bill Days each approved for $5,000
• Western on Washington PTA approved for $2,500 in grant funding

Community Sustainability Advisory Board

The Community Sustainability Advisory Board will hear a water conservation update from city staff and review results of a public bidding process for a five-year residential waste collection contract. The board will make a recommendation to City Council on the single-hauler pay-as-you-throw program. Members will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the next 12 months.

• Water conservation update: City staff present drought plans and strategies for 2026
• Residential Pay-As-You-Throw program: Board reviews bids and recommends a single waste hauler for a five-year contract
• Board elections for Chair and Vice Chair positions
• Welcome and oath of office for three new board members (Adrienne Watts, Claybourne Clarke, Jillian Matheson)

The board approved a $1,000 grant to Bike Walk Golden for its community transportation map project. Members unanimously elected Todd Collins as chair and Carrie Atiyeh as vice‑chair for the coming year. The board did not endorse either waste hauler in the residential PAY‑as‑you‑throw solicitation, instead asking that its priorities be included in the council’s final memo.

• Approved $1,000 grant to Bike Walk Golden
• Elected Todd Collins as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Carrie Atiyeh as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Requested Board priorities be added to Council memo on PAYT contract (no endorsement)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Jill Engle‑Cox, seconded by Martha Gerdes)
• Approved minutes from March 31, 2026 (motion by Carrie Atiyeh, seconded by Martha Gerdes)
• Appointed Martha Gerdes as Board representative to Special Events Review Committee (Jill alternate)
• Set agenda topics for June 24 meeting: greenhouse‑gas inventory, water update, downtown waste district

Community Marketing Board

The newly formed Community Marketing Board will hold its kick-off meeting on May 26, 2026, to hear presentations from four finalists for the Agency of Record contract for Visit Golden. The board will also discuss summer marketing efforts, review the budget, and examine a sales tax report.

• Four finalist presentations: DVA Advertising & Public Relations, Bonfire Collective, Madden Media, and Resonance Consultancy
• Discussion of summer marketing strategy
• Budget review and sales tax report review
• Public comment period

City Council Regular Business Meeting

The City Council will introduce and conduct first reading of Ordinance 2295, authorizing a lease purchase to finance improvements at Fossil Trace Golf Club, including pump station replacement and irrigation system upgrades. A public hearing and second reading are set for June 9, 2026. The council will also issue proclamations for National Gun Violence Awareness Day and LGBTQI+ Pride Month. All consent matters, including the ordinance, are considered routine unless a council member requests discussion.

• First reading of Ordinance 2295 authorizing lease purchase for Fossil Trace Golf Club improvements (pump station, irrigation system)
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2026
• Proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (June 5)
• Proclamation for LGBTQI+ Pride Month (June)

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the approval of the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes and the introduction of an ordinance authorizing a lease purchase for property at Fossil Trace Golf Club. Councilor Cameron formally protested the previously approved IGA with Mines regarding trail quality accountability.

• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2295 for Fossil Trace Golf Club lease purchase (7-0)
• Councilor Cameron formally protested Resolution No. 3306 IGA with Mines

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

At its May 21, 2026, regular meeting, the Golden Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice-chair, receive an update on the Clear Creek Trail widening design between Illinois Street and Ford Street, discuss summer creek and drought plans, and hear an update on the Lions Park playground project. The board will also follow up on a recent study session.

• Chair and Vice-Chair Elections
• Clear Creek Trail Widening Update – draft design plans for widening south trail between Illinois Street/Billy Drew Bridge and Ford Street
• Summer Creek and Drought Plan Updates
• Lions Park Playground Project Update
• May Study Session Follow-Up

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met on May 21, 2026, but the provided minutes record no substantive decisions, approvals, or agenda items.

• Meeting held on May 21, 2026
• No substantive agenda items recorded
• No ordinances or resolutions approved

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on PC26-22, a proposal to adjust the Golden Urban Renewal Authority (GURA) plan area boundary to include 17455 W. 16th Ave. The commission will also nominate and vote for a new Chair and Vice Chair. A study session on historic preservation design guidelines follows the regular meeting.

• PC26-22: Consideration of GURA Plan Area Boundary expansion for 17455 W. 16th Ave.
• Commission elections: nomination and vote for Chair and Vice Chair
• Study session on Historic Preservation Design Guidelines

The commission approved its agenda and the April 1 minutes by voice vote. It adopted Resolution PC26-22, forwarding the urban renewal plan to City Council with a 6‑1 roll‑call vote (Hillard dissenting). Commissioners also elected Ross Fraser as Chair and Seth Webb as Vice Chair, each by a 7‑0 voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:33 p.m.

• Approved agenda (7-0 voice vote)
• Approved April 1 minutes (7-0 voice vote)
• Approved Resolution PC26-22 to forward to City Council (6-1 roll call, Hillard dissenting)
• Elected Ross Fraser as Chair (7-0 voice vote)
• Elected Seth Webb as Vice Chair (7-0 voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:33 p.m. (unanimous)

EDComm

The Economic Development Commission will discuss and take action on a $1,500 sponsorship request for the Golden Chamber of Commerce's annual Business Summit. They will also hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair, and consider a $500 request to sponsor a table at the Colorado School of Mines Fall 2026 Career Fair. Staff will provide updates on the 2026 budget, business retention activities, and tax reports.

• Chamber of Commerce Business Summit Sponsorship Request: $1,500 for November 4, 2026 event at Mt Vernon Canyon Club.
• Elections for Chair and Vice Chair positions per updated Rules of Procedure.
• Colorado School of Mines Career Fair Table Funding Request: $500 to support workforce development and promote Golden businesses.
• Staff report on 2026 budget, business retention initiatives, and sales/use/lodging tax reports.
• Communications from GURA/DDA, Golden Chamber of Commerce, and Community Marketing Committee.

Arts & Culture Commission Meeting

The Arts & Culture Commission will approve its agenda, hear public comments, and receive staff reports on communications and public‑art projects. The staff report highlights the approved 250/150 anniversary artwork by Yaz Atmore for the north side of the Golden History Museum, slated for summer installation and dedication around August 1. The meeting will also preview the Miner’s Alley Comfort and Comedy Festival and the Littleton Arts & Culture Strategic Plan rollout.

• Installation of Yaz Atmore’s 250/150 anniversary artwork on the north side of the Golden History Museum (summer 2026, dedication ~Aug 1)
• Design and upcoming mural by Graham Carraway on the south wall of the City’s Water Treatment Facility (kick‑off 4/27, concept due late May, painting late July/August)
• Preview of the Miner’s Alley Comfort and Comedy Festival presented by Len Matheo
• Preview of Littleton’s Arts & Culture Strategic Plan rollout event presented by Tammy Ahmed
• Development of artwork signage template with the communications department

Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee

The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee will receive a departmental update on Clear Creek corridor management, including proposed changes to safety thresholds, enforcement, and infrastructure. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, city updates, and community conversation.

• Lower safety flag threshold to 600 CFS to balance recreation and public safety
• Continued Saturday outfitter rental restrictions during Buffalo Bill Days weekends
• Phase out RFID tagging in favor of camera-based data collection
• Discuss East Lions Park sidewalk and ADA improvements
• Review parking enforcement and shuttle service for creek corridor

City Council Study Session 5pm-Regular Business Meeting 7:00pm

The City Council will hold a study session on the noxious weed plan, Thriving Communities Grant guidelines, and potential expansion of the Golden Urban Renewal Authority. During the regular business meeting, a public hearing is scheduled on a rezoning of 85.5 acres at 17601 W. Colfax Avenue for the Golden Terrace Mobile Home Community and Recreational Vehicle Official Development Plan. Council will also vote on the 2026 Transportation Demand Management Plan and consider several consent matters, including a pedestrian easement to Colorado School of Mines and tractor purchases.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2294 to rezone 85.5 acres at 17601 W. Colfax Avenue to PUD for Golden Terrace Mobile Home Community and RV ODP
• Consideration of Resolution 3321 adopting the 2026 Transportation Demand Management Plan
• Consent: Resolution 3306 granting pedestrian easement to Colorado School of Mines for a recreational trail
• Consent: Resolution 3309 authorizing IGA with Arvada and Arvada Fire for Julota record-keeping software
• Study session on potential expansion of Golden Urban Renewal Authority board and future plan areas

City Council approved a rezoning application for an 85.5-acre property at 17601 W. Colfax Avenue. The council also adopted the 2026 Transportation Demand Management Plan and approved several administrative resolutions.

• Approved Ordinance 2294 to rezone 17601 W. Colfax Avenue to PUD District (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 3321 for the 2026 Transportation Demand Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3306 granting a pedestrian easement to Colorado School of Mines (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 3309 for record keeping software cost sharing with Arvada (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3318 to purchase one Kubota L4060 and two Kubota BX2380 tractors (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 3320 for a Public Utility Easement in Bush and Fisher addition (7-0)
• Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)