Johnstown public meetings in 2021
36 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will consider adopting the 2022 budget and levying property taxes, along with several development-related items including ordinances for the sale of town property, a PUD plan for Encore Johnstown, and multiple subdivision plats. The agenda also includes public hearings on a charter amendment and a loan agreement with the Housing Authority, plus awards for construction contracts and a solar energy system.
- Resolution 2021-46 adopting and appropriating the 2022 budget
- Resolution 2021-47 levying general property taxes for 2021
- Ordinance 2021-216 authorizing sale of 16 North Parish Avenue to Grows, LLC
- Ordinance 2021-217 approving P.U.D. outline plan for Encore Johnstown (310.66 acres)
- Award of construction administration services for Low Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
The Town Council approved the 2022 budget and property tax levy, awarded a $10,577,997.01 construction contract for Central Sewer Expansion Phase 2 to Connell Resources, Inc., and approved several subdivision plats and development agreements. It also approved a $312,000 loan to the Johnstown Housing Authority and a solar installation contract. All recorded votes were unanimous, except the consent agenda, where Councilmember Tallent abstained.
- Approved 2022 budget and appropriations (Resolution 2021-46) (unanimous)
- Approved 2021 property tax levy for 2022 budget (Resolution 2021-47) (unanimous)
- Awarded Central Sewer Expansion Phase 2 to Connell Resources, Inc. for $10,577,997.01 (unanimous)
- Approved $312,000 loan agreement with Johnstown Housing Authority (Ordinance 2021-219) (unanimous)
- Approved Oxy Land Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plat, ~148 acres (Resolution 2021-49) (unanimous)
- Approved Welty Ridge Subdivision Filing No. 1 plat, ~144 acres (Resolution 2021-50) (unanimous)
- Approved Johnstown Village Filing No. 3 plat and development plans, 132 townhomes (Resolution 2021-51) (unanimous)
- Approved Master Crossing Agreement with Great Western Railway and pre-paid $500,000 crossing license fees (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with two discussion items: a presentation on the economic impact of the Ledge Rock Center and a discussion of the Downtown Johnstown Parklet Program. No formal votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Ledge Rock Center Economic Impact Analysis Presentation
- Downtown Johnstown Parklet Program Discussion
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and second readings. Key items include final approval of the Riverbend Estates rezoning and PUD plan, a property sale to Grows LLC, and the second public hearing on the 2022 budget. The council will also consider a wastewater treatment plant expansion award and other routine matters.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2021-213 rezoning Riverbend Estates (171.414 acres) to PUD-R
- Second reading of Ordinance 2021-214 approving PUD Outline Development Plan for Riverbend Estates
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-216 authorizing sale of 16 North Parish Avenue to Grows, LLC
- Second public hearing on 2022 budget
- Low Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Award
The Town Council approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $23,336,546.00 to Moltz Construction, Inc. for the Low Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, a figure that includes a 6.5% construction management fee and 7% contingency. Council also approved the sale of town-owned property at 16 North Parish Avenue to Grows, LLC, and advanced several development items: rezoning and a PUD plan for Riverbend Estates (about 171.414 acres) on consent, a first reading of the Encore PUD outline development plan (about 310 acres), the Whitehall Subdivision final plat (about 240 acres, including a 63-acre lot for a new Roosevelt High School), and the Johnstown Village Filing 2 preliminary plat known as Pintail Commons (13.821 acres). All recorded votes were unanimous; Councilmember Tallent recused herself from the 16 North Parish Avenue item, and Councilmember Berg was absent.
- Approved Low Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion to Moltz Construction, Inc. at a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $23,336,546.00 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-216 authorizing sale of 16 North Parish Avenue to Grows, LLC and authorizing the Town Manager to sign the Purchase and Sale Agreement (unanimous; Tallent recused)
- Approved consent agenda including second readings of Riverbend Estates rezoning (Ordinance 2021-213) and PUD outline plan (Ordinance 2021-214), waste collection code Ordinance 2021-215, TDS Broadband franchise amendment, and Resolution 2021-43 certifying liens (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-217, Encore PUD Outline Development Plan, about 310 acres (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-44, Whitehall Subdivision Final Plat, about 240 acres including a 63-acre lot for the new Roosevelt High School (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-45, Johnstown Village Filing 2 preliminary plat and development plan known as Pintail Commons, 13.821 acres (unanimous)
- Held second public hearing on the 2022 budget with no public comment; no budget adoption vote recorded
- Noted the December 6 Council meeting is cancelled; next regular meeting December 13, 2021
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to discuss four items: a Home Rule Charter Amendment, an Impact Fee Report, a Tree Board meeting, and a Water Purchase Letter. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Home Rule Charter Amendment discussion
- Impact Fee Report review
- Tree Board meeting item
- Water Purchase Letter discussion
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on the 2021 Johnstown Area Comprehensive Plan, the rezoning of Riverbend Estates to Planned Unit Development-Residential, and the 2022 proposed budget. The consent agenda includes a subdivision agreement amendment, a PUD plan amendment for Welty Ridge, and adoption of the Weld County hazard mitigation plan. New business includes awarding contracts for the South Tank waterline project and the Downtown Johnstown Parklet project, plus discussion of the Johnstown Reservoir dam repair.
- Resolution 2021-42: Approving the 2021 Johnstown Area Comprehensive Plan
- Ordinance 2021-213: Rezoning Riverbend Estates to Planned Unit Development - Residential (PUD-R)
- Ordinance 2021-214: Approving P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for Riverbend Estates PUD
- Public Hearing: 2022 Proposed Budget
- Award South Tank Waterline Distribution System Construction Project
Council approved a $9.044 million contract for the South Tank Waterline Distribution System and authorized $639,660 for reservoir dam repairs. The council also approved the 2021 Comprehensive Plan and rezoned Riverbend Estates for a 363-lot residential development.
- Approved South Tank Waterline Distribution System contract to SMH West, LLC for $9,044,000 (unanimous)
- Authorized $639,660 for Johnstown Reservoir Dam Repair services (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of Riverbend Estates to Planned Unit Development Residential (unanimous)
- Approved Riverbend Estates P.U.D. Outline Development Plan with conditions regarding FEMA and CR17 widening (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-42 adopting the 2021 Johnstown Area Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-215 regarding waste collection (unanimous)
- Awarded Downtown Johnstown Parklet Project contract to Modstreet (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including Welty Ridge P.U.D. amendment and Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session on October 25, 2021, at 450 S. Parish. The agenda contains only procedural items (call to order, agenda items, adjourn) with no specific topics listed, so the meeting is effectively a placeholder with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed.
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a presentation and discussion of the Regional Broadband Study Report. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only session.
- Regional Broadband Study Report presentation and discussion
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on two large annexations totaling over 360 acres, including zoning changes for residential and mixed-use development. The council will also vote on water/sewer service agreements for new developments, a rooster prohibition ordinance, and an economic incentive deal with Buc-ee's LLC.
- Second readings for Held Farm Annexation (122.71 acres) and Whitehall Annexation (240.96 acres)
- H-A Zoning approval for Held Farm and PUD-MU Zoning for Whitehall Annexation
- Annexation Agreements for both Held Farm and Whitehall properties
- Resolution 2021-40 approving Economic Incentive Agreement with Buc-ee's LLC
- Ordinance 2021-211 amending Welty Ridge Outline Development Plan
The Town Council denied an ordinance that would have prohibited keeping roosters in town on a 4-1 vote. It approved an economic incentive agreement with Buc-ee's LLC tied to a planned convenience store and gas station at I-25 and Hwy 60, and approved subdivision and development plans for 143 townhomes in the Mountain View West Subdivision. Council also approved on first reading an amendment to the Welty Ridge Outline Development Plan requested by Buc-ee's, and approved annexation and zoning ordinances for the Held Farm and Whitehall properties on second reading as part of the consent agenda.
- Denied Ordinance 2021-212 prohibiting roosters in Town (4-1, Young opposed)
- Approved Resolution 2021-40 economic incentive agreement with Buc-ee's Colorado (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-39 final plat and development plans for 143 townhomes in Mountain View West (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-211 Welty Ridge Outline Development Plan Amendment 1 on first reading (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-38 Uncle Benny's Marketplace resubdivision into four commercial lots (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda, including second reading of Held Farm and Whitehall annexation and zoning ordinances (unanimous)
- Approved development agreement for 1st Replat of Block 1 of Mountain View West (unanimous)
- Approved two water and sewer service agreements for Mountain View West (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session dedicated to the FY 2022 budget. This is the first of what may be multiple budget sessions, and no decisions are expected at this meeting.
- FY 2022 Budget Work Session I
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding the Held Farm and Whitehall annexations. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Wastewater Revenue Bond, Series 2021, and discussions regarding Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12.
- Held Farm Annexation (Resolution 2021-34 and Ordinance 2021-207)
- H-A Zoning for Held Farm Annexation (Ordinance 2021-208)
- Whitehall Annexation (Resolution 2021-35 and Ordinance 2021-209)
- PUD-MU Zoning for Whitehall Annexation (Ordinance 2021-210)
- Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12 water, sewer, and subdivision agreements
The Council unanimously approved service plans for three metropolitan districts and the annexation of the Held Farm and Whitehall properties. Additionally, the Council approved the final plat and service agreements for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12.
- Approved Consolidated Service Plan for Granary Metropolitan District Nos. 1-9 (unanimous)
- Approved Consolidated Service Plan for Riverbend Estates Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3 (unanimous)
- Approved Service Plan for Podtburg Metropolitan District Nos. 1-6 (unanimous)
- Approved annexation of 122.71 acres for Held Farm (unanimous)
- Approved H-A Zoning for Held Farm Annexation (unanimous)
- Approved annexation of 240.96 acres for Whitehall Annexation (unanimous)
- Approved Final Plat for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12 (unanimous)
- Approved Water, Sewer, and Development agreements for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on several resolutions and ordinances, including approving consolidated service plans for three metropolitan districts, annexing the Held Farm and Whitehall properties with associated zoning, and approving the final plat for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12. New business includes water/sewer and development agreements for that filing. The meeting also includes a wastewater revenue bond overview, consent agenda items, and executive sessions on property sale and legal advice.
- Resolution 2021-31 through 2021-33: Consolidated Service Plans for Granary, Riverbend Estates, and Podtburg Metropolitan Districts
- Resolution 2021-34 and Ordinance 2021-207: Held Farm Annexation; Ordinance 2021-208: H-A Zoning
- Resolution 2021-35 and Ordinance 2021-209: Whitehall Annexation; Ordinance 2021-210: PUD-MU Zoning
- Resolution 2021-36: Final Plat for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12
- Water/Sewer and Subdivision Development Agreements for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12
The Johnstown Town Council approved consolidated service plans for nine Granary, three Riverbend Estates, and six Podtburg metropolitan districts. The council also approved annexations, zoning, and final plat details for the Held Farm, Whitehall, and Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 12 developments, alongside related water, sewer, and subdivision agreements.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, list of bills, and financial statements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-31 for Granary Metropolitan District Nos. 1-9 service plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-32 for Riverbend Estates Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3 service plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-33 for Podtburg Metropolitan District Nos. 1-6 service plan (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-34 and Ordinance 2021-207 for Held Farm Annexation at 8062 County Road 48 1/2 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-208 for H-A zoning of Held Farm Annexation (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-35 and Ordinance 2021-210 for Whitehall Annexation at 5631 County Road 46 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on three resolutions approving service plans for the Ledge Rock Center commercial and residential metropolitan districts. The consent agenda includes a second reading of the North Ridge P.U.D. plan, a mail ballot election resolution, an irrigation agreement amendment, and an LED streetlight project. New business includes awarding design services for the water treatment plant and a dam repair contract for Johnstown Reservoir.
- Public hearings on Resolutions 2021-28, 2021-29, 2021-30 for Ledge Rock Center metro districts
- Second reading of Ordinance 2021-206 for North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan
- Resolution 2021-27 authorizing mail ballot election for April 5, 2022 municipal election
- Award design services for Water Treatment Plant
- Dam Repair Contract for Johnstown Reservoir
The Johnstown Town Council approved service plans for three new Ledge Rock Center metropolitan districts and authorized several infrastructure contracts. Council also approved the purchase of a share of Home Supply Water and agreed to assist the Downtown Development Authority with the purchase of a community Christmas tree.
- Approved Ledge Rock Center Commercial Metropolitan District service plan (5-0)
- Approved Ledge Rock Center Residential Metropolitan District No. 1 service plan (5-0)
- Approved Ledge Rock Center Residential Metropolitan District No. 2 service plan (5-0)
- Awarded $2.06M Water Treatment Plant design contract to Burns and McDonnell (5-0)
- Awarded $948,475 Johnstown Reservoir dam repair contract to J-2 Contracting (5-0)
- Approved $275,000 purchase of one share of Home Supply Water (5-0)
- Approved purchase of JDDA Christmas tree (5-0)
- Approved April 2022 mail ballot election resolution (5-0)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to discuss two items: an updated economic analysis regarding Johnstown Plaza and a discussion on retail marijuana. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Updated Economic Analysis RE: Johnstown Plaza
- Retail Marijuana Discussion
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a public hearing on two ordinances: one approving the North Ridge Planned Unit Development outline plan, and another amending trash collection rules. The council will also consider a Colorado Main Street Program grant, award design-build services for North 2nd Street widening, and award design services for the water treatment plant. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including minutes, financial statements, and a water/sewer service agreement.
- Ordinance 2021-206: North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan
- Ordinance 2021-207: Trash collection code amendment
- Resolution 2021-26: Colorado Main Street Program Grant
- Design-build services for North 2nd Street Widening at Hillsborough Ditch
- Design services for Water Treatment Plant
The Town Council approved Ordinance 2021-206 for the North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan on first reading with modifications and unanimously denied Ordinance 2021-207 concerning trash collection after public opposition. The council also approved the consent agenda, adopted a resolution supporting a Colorado Main Street Program grant, and awarded a design-build contract for the North 2nd Street widening at Hillsborough Ditch.
- Approved amended agenda with removal of Water Treatment Plant Design Services (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, financial statements, bills, P&Z appointments, LFRA Station 10 water and sewer agreement, and Land Use Code Update contract (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-206 for North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan on first reading with modifications (unanimous)
- Denied Ordinance 2021-207 concerning single-source trash collection (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-26 supporting Colorado Main Street Program grant (unanimous)
- Awarded design-build contract for North 2nd Street Widening at Hillsborough Ditch to Connell Resources, Inc. with a 10% contingency not to exceed $840,633.75 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold its regular meeting, acting on a consent agenda that includes annexing about 36.971 acres (North Ridge) and approving its PUD-MU zoning, plus setting public hearing dates for two other annexations. The council will also consider a resolution amending the consolidated town fee schedule and hold a work session on lot diversity, size, and neighborhood character. An executive session is scheduled to discuss railroad crossing license agreement negotiations.
- Ordinance 2021-204: Annexing ~36.971 acres known as North Ridge Annexation in Larimer County
- Second Reading Ordinance 2021-205: PUD-MU zoning for North Ridge Annexation
- Resolution 2021-23: Setting public hearing date for Held Farm Annexation
- Resolution 2021-24: Setting public hearing date for Whitehall Annexation
- Resolution 2021-25: Amending the Consolidated Town Fee Schedule
The Johnstown Town Council approved the consent agenda, which included the North Ridge Annexation and its PUD-MU zoning, along with resolutions for the Held Farm and Whitehall annexations. The Council also approved a resolution amending the consolidated town fee schedule. Additionally, the Council held an executive session regarding a railroad crossing license agreement.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the consent agenda including July 19 minutes, North Ridge Annexation (Ordinance 2021-204), North Ridge Annexation PUD-MU zoning second reading (Ordinance 2021-205), and resolutions for Held Farm and Whitehall annexations (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-25 Amending the Consolidated Town Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Convened an executive session regarding a railroad crossing license agreement
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to annex the North Ridge property, establish PUD-MU zoning, and approve its outline development plan, along with an annexation agreement. The council will also take up a second reading of ordinances authorizing wastewater revenue bonds and disconnecting portions of the Maxfield Annexation, plus a water sewer service agreement for Johnstown Plaza Apartments. Consent agenda items include the 2020 financial audit presentation, June financial statements, July bills, and meeting minutes.
- Ordinance 2021-204: Annexing North Ridge Annexation property
- Ordinance 2021-205: Establishing PUD-MU zoning for North Ridge
- Ordinance 2021-206: Approving North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan
- Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-202 authorizing wastewater revenue bonds
- Water Sewer Service Agreement for Johnstown Plaza Apartments at 5150 Ronald Reagan Boulevard
The Town Council approved a $2,693,750 contract with DeFalco Construction Co. for the 2021 Old Town Street and Drainage Rehabilitation project. Council also approved the annexation and zoning of the 36.971-acre North Ridge property on first reading, while continuing the hearing for the associated development plan to August 16, 2021. Additionally, the Council approved a fractional water share sale for 5 S. Raymond Avenue for $23,250.
- Approved $2.69M contract for Old Town street/drainage project (5-0)
- Approved North Ridge annexation on first reading (5-0)
- Approved PUD-MU zoning for North Ridge on first reading (5-0)
- Continued North Ridge development plan hearing to Aug 16 (5-0)
- Approved North Ridge annexation agreement (5-0)
- Approved 2021 budget revenue amendment (5-0)
- Approved $23,250 fractional water share sale for 5 S. Raymond (5-0)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council approved several items, including a tavern license for The Immortal Bar, first reading of a wastewater revenue bond ordinance, disconnection of portions of the Maxfield Annexation, a new solid waste and recycling contract with Waste Connections, and a pavement management program. The council also entered executive session to discuss a railroad crossing license agreement.
- Approved Tavern License for The Immortal Bar, LLC at 1 N. Parish
- First reading of Ordinance 2021-202 authorizing revenue bonds for wastewater system improvements
- First reading of Ordinance 2021-203 disconnecting portions of Maxfield Annexation No. 1
- Awarded solid waste and recycling services to Waste Connections for 5-year term
- Approved 2021 Pavement Management Program up to $412,218.51
The Johnstown Town Council approved a first reading of Ordinance 2021-202, authorizing revenue bonds to fund wastewater system improvements, with a maturity date in 2051. Council also awarded a solid waste and recycling services contract to Waste Connections and authorized up to $412,218.51 for the 2021 Pavement Management Program. A tavern liquor license for The Immortal Bar, LLC at 1 N. Parish was approved, and Bill Stevens was sworn in as a new councilmember. All votes recorded were unanimous.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda, including Ordinance 2021-199 on criminal mischief/theft limits, Ordinance 2021-200 for Purvis Farm PUD outline plan, and Resolution 2021-20 adopting Larimer County hazard mitigation plan (unanimous)
- Swore in Bill Stevens as new councilmember
- Approved tavern liquor license for The Immortal Bar, LLC at 1 N. Parish (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-202 authorizing wastewater revenue bonds (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-203 disconnecting portions of Maxfield Annexation No. 1 (unanimous)
- Awarded solid waste and recycling services to Waste Connections for a 5-year term (unanimous)
- Authorized up to $412,218.51 for 2021 Pavement Management Program (HA5, crack seal, seal coat) (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: a Compliance Order on Consent regarding two wastewater treatment facilities (Johnstown Central WWTF and Johnstown Low Point WSTP). The council will discuss or decide on this compliance matter, with public comment limited to non-agenda items.
- Compliance Order on Consent for Town of Johnstown CDSP Permit No. CO0021156 (Johnstown Central WWTF)
- Compliance Order on Consent for CDPS Permit No. CO0047058 (Johnstown Low Point WSTP)
- Public comment period for non-agenda items (3 minutes per speaker)
The Town Council approved a legally binding Compliance Order on Consent with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment over noncompliance at the Low Point and Central Waste Water Treatment Plants. A $502,523.00 monetary penalty was agreed to, but instead of paying it the Town will complete three supplemental environmental projects totaling that amount: about 206 LED streetlights, a solar array on the roof of the new recreation center, and a $42,000 donation to the Johnstown Housing Authority for boiler replacement. The Town will also make needed improvements to the wastewater treatment facilities. The motion passed unanimously, subject to final form authorization by the Town Attorney or Town Manager.
- Approved Compliance Order on Consent with CDPHE over wastewater plant noncompliance (unanimous)
- Agreed to $502,523.00 penalty, to be satisfied by three supplemental environmental projects instead of payment
- Projects: ~206 LED streetlights, rooftop solar array at new recreation center, $42,000 to Johnstown Housing Authority for boiler replacement
- Town to make necessary improvements to wastewater treatment facilities
- Approval subject to final form authorization by Town Attorney or Town Manager
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a consent agenda, and several public hearings. Key items include ordinances on criminal mischief/theft jurisdictional limits, a PUD outline development plan for Purvis Farm, and drought-related code changes. The council will also consider declaring a Level 2 drought condition and appointing a councilmember.
- Ordinance 2021-199: Amends criminal mischief and theft jurisdictional limits
- Ordinance 2021-200: Approves P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for Purvis Farm
- Ordinance 2021-201: Amends Level 2 drought restrictions, declares emergency
- Resolution 2021-19: Declaring Level 2 Drought Condition
- Water and sewer service agreements for Trade at 2534, Lots 1 and 2
Council approved a mixed-use development plan for Purvis Farm with specific lot size requirements and traffic restrictions. The council also increased jurisdictional limits for theft and criminal mischief and appointed a new councilmember.
- Approved P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for Purvis Farm with lot size and Highway 60 access modifications (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-199 increasing jurisdictional limit for theft and criminal mischief to $750.00 (unanimous)
- Denied Ordinance 2021-201 concerning Level 2 Drought Restrictions (unanimous)
- Appointed Bill Stevens to the vacant Councilmember position until April 2022 (unanimous)
- Decided not to consider approval of Resolution 2021-19 declaring Level 2 Drought Condition (unanimous)
- Approved June 7, 2021 minutes, June 2021 bills, and May 2021 financial statements (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-198 amending the Central Business District code (unanimous)
- Approved two Water and Sewer Service Agreements for Trade at 2534 (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to review design considerations for a new water plant, guidance for Charlotte Street, and aesthetic choices for brick and caps along Highway 60 & I-25. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Water Plant Design Considerations
- Charlotte Street Guidance
- Aesthetic Brick & Cap Selection – Highway 60 & I-25
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with two public hearings: one on an ordinance amending Central Business District zoning rules, and one on an amended service plan for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 2 and a consolidated plan for Revere at Johnstown districts. The council will also consider consent items including a 2021 Three Mile Plan update and an intergovernmental agreement with High Plains districts, plus new business on water/wastewater plant contracts and an annexation resolution.
- Ordinance 2021-198 amending Central Business District zoning (Article XIV, Chapter 16)
- Resolution 2021-17: amended service plan for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 2 and consolidated plan for Revere at Johnstown districts 2-9
- Resolution 2021-16: updating and adopting the 2021 Three Mile Plan
- Intergovernmental agreement with High Plains Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 3, and 4
- Roof repair at Water Treatment Plant and design services for Central Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Town Council approved a design contract with Aqua Engineering for a new Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, capped at $1,800,000, and awarded a Water Treatment Plant roof repair to KH Roofing for up to $91,486. It also approved Ordinance 2021-198 allowing single-family homes as a permitted use in the Central Business District, and Resolution 2021-17 approving amended service plans for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 2 and Revere at Johnstown Metropolitan District Nos. 2-9, with added water-use conditions. Resolution 2021-18 set a July 19, 2021 public hearing on the North Ridge annexation. All votes recorded were unanimous.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-198 allowing single-family homes as a permitted use in the Central Business District (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-17 for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 2 and Revere at Johnstown Metropolitan District Nos. 2-9 service plans, with added water-use and dedication conditions (unanimous)
- Awarded Water Treatment Plant roof repair contract to KH Roofing, not to exceed $91,486 (unanimous)
- Awarded Central Wastewater Treatment Plant design contract to Aqua Engineering, not to exceed $1,800,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-18 finding substantial compliance for North Ridge annexation, setting public hearing for July 19, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including May 17, 2021 minutes, a Housing Authority Board appointment, Resolution 2021-16 adopting the 2021 Three Mile Plan, and an intergovernmental agreement with High Plains Metropolitan District Nos. 1, 3, and 4 (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a discussion on metropolitan districts. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other business is listed.
- Metropolitan districts work session
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comment, and several new business items. Key actions include a resolution to amend the FY2021 budget, a waterline replacement project on State Highway 60, and awarding a construction manager at-risk contractor for the Low Point Treatment Plant expansion. A public hearing on The Granary preliminary subdivision plat is continued from May 3, 2021.
- Resolution 2021-15 amending FY2021 budget and appropriating additional funds
- CDOT State Highway 60 waterline replacement project
- Award of CMaR contractor for Low Point Treatment Plant expansion
- Intergovernmental agreement and State Highway 34 access control plan
- Public hearing on The Granary preliminary subdivision plat and development plans
The Town Council approved Resolution 2021-14, the Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Preliminary Development Plan for The Granary, a roughly 294.764-acre development with a build out of 925 single family lots. Council also approved Resolution 2021-15 amending the Fiscal Year 2021 budget to add money for the Facade Grant Program for downtown businesses. In other business, council awarded the CDOT State Highway 60 Waterline Replacement Project contract to DeFalco Construction Co. for an amount not to exceed $631,265.00, awarded Moltz Construction the CMaR contract for the Low Point Treatment Plant Expansion at not to exceed $49,560.00, and approved an Intergovernmental Agreement and the State Highway 34 Access Control Plan. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution 2021-14, The Granary Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Preliminary Development Plan (~294.764 acres, 925 single family lots) (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2021-15 amending the FY 2021 budget to add funds for the Facade Grant Program (unanimous)
- Awarded CDOT State Highway 60 Waterline Replacement Project contract to DeFalco Construction Co., not to exceed $631,265.00 (unanimous)
- Awarded CMaR contract for Low Point Treatment Plant Expansion to Moltz Construction, not to exceed $49,560.00 (unanimous)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement and State Highway 34 Access Control Plan (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including May 3, 2021 minutes, April 2021 financial statements, May 2021 list of bills, and Revere at Johnstown agreements (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding The Granary subdivision plans. The meeting also includes second readings for ordinances regarding outdoor vendors and fire rescue impact fees.
- Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-196 regarding outdoor vendors
- Second Reading: Ordinance 2021-197 regarding Loveland Fire Rescue Authority impact fees
- Public Hearing: The Granary Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Development Plans
- Contract awards for 2021 Regional Broadband Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study
- Resolution 2021-13 Economic Development Incentive Policy
The Town Council approved contracts for a regional broadband needs assessment and feasibility study, authorized the purchase of a new snow plow truck for up to $112,062.00, and adopted a new economic development incentive policy. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding for the Plaza Gardens development and continued a public hearing for The Granary subdivision to May 17, 2021.
- Approved agenda
- Approved consent agenda including April 29 and April 26 minutes, a water and sewer agreement with TL Venture Properties, LLC, and second readings of Ordinance No. 2021-196 (Outdoor Vendors) and Ordinance 2021-197 (Loveland Fire Rescue Authority Impact Fees)
- Continued public hearing for The Granary Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Development Plans to May 17, 2021
- Awarded contract for 2021 Regional Broadband Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study to Magellan Advisors Inc.
- Approved professional services agreement with Peak View Enterprises, LLC as Owner's Representative for the broadband study
- Approved Resolution 2021-13 adopting the Economic Development Incentive Policy
- Approved purchase of a snow plow truck from Spradley Barr and OJ Watson for a 2022 F-600 Chassis and upfitting not to exceed $112,062.00
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Plaza of JC, LLC concerning Plaza Gardens of Johnstown
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session to obtain legal advice about a potential new retail development. The session is closed to the public under Colorado law for attorney-client privilege. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session for legal advice on potential new retail development (C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(b))
The Johnstown Town Council held a special meeting that consisted primarily of procedural steps and a closed executive session. The council recessed into executive session to obtain legal advice regarding a potential new retail development. No public decisions, votes on ordinances, or approvals were recorded in the open portion of the meeting.
- Agenda approved (roll call vote)
- Recessed into Executive Session for legal advice on retail development (roll call vote)
- Meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on a subdivision plat, a Verizon cell tower, an outdoor vendor ordinance, and fire authority fees, and will consider consent items including a utility franchise renewal and a library budget amendment.
- Public hearing: Revere at Johnstown Filing #1 preliminary/final plat
- Public hearing: 70-foot 'Monopine' cell tower for Verizon at 5360 Ronald Reagan Blvd
- First reading: Ordinance 2021-196 on outdoor vendors
- First reading: Ordinance 2021-197 amending Loveland Fire Rescue Authority fees
- Resolution 2021-10 amending 2020 library fund budget
The Town Council approved a preliminary and final subdivision plat for Revere at Johnstown, a development covering approximately 73.5 acres with 320 homes. They also authorized the purchase of water treatment equipment costing $1,744,000 to address taste and odor issues in the town's drinking water. Additionally, the council approved a 70-foot camouflaged cell tower for Verizon Wireless and passed ordinances for outdoor vendors and increased fire rescue impact fees.
- Approved Revere at Johnstown Filing #1 subdivision plat (73.5 acres, 320 homes)
- Approved $1,744,000 purchase for water treatment taste and odor improvements
- Approved Verizon Wireless 70-foot 'Monopine' tower at 5360 Ronald Reagan Blvd
- Approved Ordinance 2021-196 for Outdoor Vendors (First Reading)
- Approved Ordinance 2021-197 increasing Loveland Fire Rescue Authority impact fees (First Reading)
- Approved Economic Development Agreement with Johnstown Downtown Development Association
- Approved Consent Agenda including library budget amendment and electric utility franchise renewal
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to discuss three items: a road naming policy, an economic development incentive policy, and taste/odor mitigation along with water plant expansion. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Road naming discussion
- Economic development incentive policy discussion
- Taste and odor mitigation and water plant expansion discussion
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting to act on routine items via consent agenda, including a second reading of a parks ordinance and a reimbursement agreement. Public hearings will cover a new liquor license application and the first reading of an electric utility franchise renewal. The council will also discuss a dog park update, award a design consultant for Charlotte Street rehabilitation, and review change orders for water and low-point expansion projects.
- Second Reading - Ordinance No. 2021-194 (Public Parks update)
- Public Hearing - New Fermented Malt Beverage Liquor License Application (TA Operating, LLC)
- Public Hearing First Reading: Ordinance No. 2021-195 (Electric Utility Franchise renewal with United Power Inc.)
- Award Design Consultant for Charlotte Street Rehabilitation Project
- Change Order for South Storage Water Tank
Town Council approved several infrastructure expenditures, including equipment for the Low Point expansion and a design consultant for Charlotte Street. The Council also granted a liquor license to TA Operating, LLC and supported a new disc golf course at Pioneer Ridge Park.
- Approved $3,085,251 for Low Point WWTP expansion equipment
- Awarded $445,512 design contract to Tait & Associates Engineering for Charlotte Street Rehabilitation
- Approved $256,815 change order for South Storage Water Tank roof project
- Approved Fermented Malt Beverage License for TA Operating, LLC (Petro Stopping Centers)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-195 to renew United Power Inc. electric utility franchise agreement
- Approved installation of a disc golf course at Pioneer Ridge Park
- Approved Resolution 2021-09 to participate in Metro Mortgage Assistance Plus Program
- Approved Ordinance 2021-194 repealing and readopting Article V of Chapter 11 regarding Public Parks
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on Ordinance 2020-194, which repeals and readopts park regulations, and on the Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8 subdivision. The council will also consider related development and water/sewer service agreements for that filing. Routine items include minutes, bills, financial statements, and a water/sewer agreement for Atlas Storage.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2020-194 (parks code)
- Public hearing on Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8
- Subdivision development agreement for Thompson River Ranch Filing #8
- Water and sewer service agreement for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8
- Water and sewer service agreement for Atlas Storage
The Town Council approved the final plat and associated development and utility agreements for the 140.945-acre Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8. Additionally, the Council adopted a new ordinance updating the rules and regulations governing public parks.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-194 updating public parks rules and regulations
- Approved Resolution 2021-08 for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8 final plat
- Approved Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8
- Approved Water and Sewer Service Agreement for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. 8
- Approved Consent Agenda including March 1, 2021 Minutes and Atlas Storage Water and Sewer Service Agreement
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to discuss four items: aesthetic improvements at Highway 60 and I-25, a presentation from Gorilla Recycling, the Estes Avenue Area Storm Drainage Project, and the Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Phase 2. No formal decisions are listed; these are discussion items.
- Highway 60 & I-25 Aesthetic Improvements
- Gorilla Recycling Presentation
- Estes Avenue Area Storm Drainage Project
- Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Phase 2
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will meet to award contracts for sewer and water tank projects. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an economic development project and water interest acquisitions.
- Award contractor for Sewer Interceptor Project - Phase 1
- Award contract for Water Storage Tank Roof Repair
- Agreement concerning maintenance of roadway improvements and water dedication at 106 E S. First Street
- Executive session regarding an economic development project
- Executive session regarding the acquisition of water interests
The Johnstown Town Council approved a contract with Connell Resources, Inc. for the Central Phase One Sanitary Sewer Project with a maximum cost of $10,000,000. They also awarded a $129,000 contract to Tanco Engineering for roof repairs on the South Storage Tank. The council entered an executive session to discuss an economic development project and water interests.
- Approved Agenda as submitted
- Approved Consent Agenda including Feb 17 minutes and 106 E S. First Street agreement
- Awarded Connell Resources, Inc. as Construction Manager for Sewer Interceptor Project (max $10,000,000)
- Awarded Tanco Engineering contract for South Storage Tank roof repair ($129,000)
- Recessed into Executive Session for economic development and water interests
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several routine matters via a consent agenda and address new business. Key items include a contract for the South Water Tank and the 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Plan.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2021-193 for The Granary P.U.D. Outline Development Plan
- Contract award to CB&I (McDermott) for South Water Tank construction
- Review of the Johnstown 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
- Water and Sewer Service Agreement for IH Industrial One, LLC
- Resolution 2021-06 supporting a State of Colorado Energy Impact Grant application
The Town Council awarded a $4,494,200 contract to CB&I (McDermott) to build a 1.5-million-gallon elevated water tank south of Pioneer Ridge, including a $103,000 stairway line item, and approved change orders up to 5% of the project cost. Council also approved the 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, an intergovernmental agreement for a regional broadband needs assessment and feasibility study with Berthoud, Milliken and Mead, and a CDOT standard utility agreement for waterline and stormwater work along Highway 60 and I-25. The consent agenda passed, including second reading of Ordinance 2021-193 for the approximately 275-acre Granary P.U.D. outline development plan. All votes carried by roll call; the minutes do not record individual tallies.
- Awarded South Water Tank construction contract to CB&I (McDermott) for $4,494,200, including $103,000 stairway line item, with change orders up to 5% approved (roll call, carried)
- Approved Johnstown 2021-2030 Capital Improvement Plan as presented (roll call, carried)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Regional Broadband Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study with Berthoud, Johnstown, Milliken and Mead (roll call, carried)
- Approved Resolution 2021-07 authorizing a CDOT Standard Utility Agreement for water system work along State Highway 60 (roll call, carried)
- Approved consent agenda, including second reading of Ordinance 2021-193 for the approximately 275-acre Granary P.U.D. outline development plan (roll call, carried)
- Approved agenda with addition of Resolution 2021-07 (roll call, carried)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, a town manager report, and a public hearing on Ordinance 2021-193, which would approve the Outline Development Plan for The Granary (Case #PUD20-0002). The council will also enter an executive session to receive legal advice on acquiring rights-of-way. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker for items not on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021-193 approving P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for The Granary (Case #PUD20-0002)
- Executive session for legal advice on acquisition of rights-of-way
- Consent agenda includes approval of January 20, 2021 minutes
- Town Manager's Report and Town Attorney Report scheduled
The Town Council approved Ordinance 2021-193, an amended P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for The Granary covering about 275 acres tied to the Keto and Maplewood Acres annexations, allowing up to 950 single-family homes with pocket parks and trails. Council also amended the agenda to add a New Business item on taxation, approved the consent agenda including minutes from January 20, 2021, and heard a presentation from Town Manager Matt LeCerf on property tax and mill levies. Council then recessed into executive session for legal advice on acquisition of rights-of-way and adjourned at 9:03 p.m. Vote tallies were recorded as carried by roll call vote without individual counts noted.
- Approved Ordinance 2021-193, P.U.D. Outline Development Plan for The Granary (~275 acres, up to 950 single-family homes) (carried by roll call vote)
- Amended the agenda to add a New Business item to discuss taxation (carried by roll call vote)
- Approved the Consent Agenda, including minutes of January 20, 2021 (carried by roll call vote)
- Recessed into executive session for legal advice on acquisition of rights-of-way (motion carried; no tally recorded)
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a presentation from the Larimer County Treasurer's Office, public comment, and a consent agenda. Key actions include approving resolutions for an updated identity theft policy, a payment to the Northern Colorado YMCA for recreation center operations, and applying for a perpetual water contract with the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District.
- Resolution 2021-03: Updated Identity Theft Policy and Red Flag Rules
- Resolution 2021-05: Payment to Northern Colorado YMCA for Town of Johnstown Recreation Center Operation Agreement
- Resolution 2021-04: Application to Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District for Annually Renewable Perpetual Water Contract for Colorado-Big Thompson Project Water
- December 2020 Financial Statements
- Minutes of January 4, 2021
The Town Council approved the conversion of a temporary use permit for Colorado-Big Thompson Project Water into an annually renewable perpetual water contract. The council also approved the consent agenda and the meeting agenda.
- Approved Resolution 2021-04 to convert Temporary Use Permit for Colorado-Big Thompson Project Water to an Annually Renewable Perpetual Water Contract
- Approved Resolution 2021-03 Updated Identity Theft Policy and Red Flag Rules
- Approved Resolution 2021-05 payment to Northern Colorado YMCA for Recreation Center Operation Agreement
- Approved January 4, 2021 minutes
- Approved List of Bills
- Approved December 2020 Financial Statements
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council work session includes presentations and updates on the Front Range Passenger Rail Commission, Rocky Mountain Rail, YMCA Recreation Center year-end financials, the Johnstown Cash Program, a broadband RFP update, and a discussion on the absence of water on single-family lots. No formal votes are listed; this is a discussion-oriented session.
- Presentation by Front Range Passenger Rail Commission
- Rocky Mountain Rail, Inc. presentation by Paul Williamson
- Johnstown YMCA Recreation Center end-of-year financials
- Broadband RFP update
- Discussion on absence of water on single family lots
Town Council
The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as minutes, bills, and several resolutions and ordinances. Notable actions include a second reading of a flood hazard area ordinance, approval of water and sewer service agreements, and a contract award for sludge removal. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the town manager and attorney.
- Resolution 2021-01 designating public notice posting place
- Second reading of Ordinance 2020-192 amending flood hazard area regulations
- Resolution 2021-02 approving vacation of pedestrian easement in Country Acres Subdivision
- Water and sewer service agreements with AC Ice Company and Thompson School District R2-J
- Contract award for sludge removal from Pond #2 at Central Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Town Council approved a contract with Denali Water Solutions to dredge sludge from Pond #2 at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, in an amount not to exceed $360,000, with funds allocated in the 2021 budget. Council also approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, the list of bills, two resolutions, a second reading of a flood hazard ordinance, an easement vacation, and two water and sewer service agreements. All votes carried by roll call; no tallies were recorded in the minutes. The meeting was held remotely due to COVID concerns and adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
- Approved contract with Denali Water Solutions for sludge removal from Pond #2 at Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, not to exceed $360,000 (roll call, carried)
- Approved the agenda as submitted (roll call, carried)
- Approved the consent agenda (roll call, carried), including: December 21, 2020 minutes; list of bills; Resolution 2021-01 designating public posting place; second reading of Ordinance 2020-192 amending flood hazard area rules; Resolution 2021-02 vacating a pedestrian easement in Country Acres Subdivision Eighth Filing; water and sewer service agreements with AC Ice Company and Thompson School District R2-J