Johnstown public meetings in 2023

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, resolutions, and contracts. New business includes adopting the Town's Strategic Plan. Public hearings will address three ordinances: two charter amendments for the April 2024 election and a cable franchise agreement with TDS Broadband. The council will also hold executive sessions on property purchase and negotiations.

• Resolution 2023-061: annexation proceedings and public hearing set for Feb 5, 2024
• Resolution 2023-62: mail ballot election for April 2, 2024 municipal election
• Resolution 2023-63: amending Town fee schedule
• Ordinance 2023-264: charter amendment on felony convictions for council office
• Ordinance 2023-266: cable franchise grant to TDS Broadband Service, LLC

Council adopted the Town of Johnstown Strategic Plan and approved three ordinances on first reading regarding election charter amendments and a cable franchise. The council also approved a consent agenda including a fee schedule amendment and a contract award to Mark Young Construction.

• Adopted the Town of Johnstown Strategic Plan
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-264 to align felony conviction office limits with Colorado Constitution
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-265 to change council electoral districts and residency population counts
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-266 granting a 10-year cable franchise to TDS Broadband Service, LLC
• Approved Resolution 2023-63 amending the Town Fee Schedule
• Approved contract award to Mark Young Construction
• Denied requirement for future Planning Director to live in Johnstown (3-3)
• Excused Councilmember Dominguez's absence from the November 20, 2023 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 13, 2023, at 7:00 PM was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: broadband planning. No decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

• Broadband planning discussion

Public Meeting Notice

The Town of Johnstown is holding an employee event at 4200 Ronald Reagan Blvd on December 8, 2023, from 5:00–7:00 pm. The meeting is posted to comply with Colorado Open Meetings Law due to potential public business discussion by council members.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several land-use items, including preliminary approval for the Revere North Subdivision and final plats for Settler's Crossing. The council will also consider adopting the 2024 budget and levying property taxes for the 2024 budget year, along with several rezonings and agreements on the consent agenda.

• Resolution 2023-57: Adopting and appropriating the 2024 budget
• Resolution 2023-58: Levying general property taxes for 2023 to fund the 2024 budget
• Public hearing on Resolution 2023-43: Preliminary plat for Revere North Subdivision
• Ordinance 2023-261: Vista Commons re-zoning to MU-RC and R-3, second reading
• Ordinance 2023-262: Massey Square re-zoning to MU-NC, second reading

The Council approved the 2024 budget and associated property tax levies. Several subdivision plats and development agreements were approved, including the Revere North and Settler's Crossing projects. The Council also awarded a contract for an emergency generator at the Johnstown Reservoir.

• Approved 2024 Budget (Resolution 2023-57)
• Approved 2023 general property tax levies for 2024 budget year (Resolution 2023-58)
• Approved Revere North Preliminary Subdivision Plat and Development Plan (4-1)
• Approved Settler's Crossing Final Subdivision Plat (Resolution 2023-56)
• Approved Settler's Crossing Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement
• Awarded $236,770 contract to J-2 Contracting Co. for Johnstown Reservoir emergency generator
• Approved debt authority increases for Ledge Rock Center Residential Metro Districts No. 1 and No. 2
• Approved $500 bonuses for full-time and $300 bonuses for part-time employees

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a special meeting with an executive session to receive legal advice on group homes and the Fair Housing Act. The council will also hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance 2023-263, which amends sections of the Town's Land Use and Development Code and declares an emergency. The meeting includes routine items like call to order, public comment, and reports from the town manager, attorney, and council members.

• Executive session on group homes and Fair Housing Act (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b))
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-263 amending Land Use and Development Code sections 17-4-3, 17-11-1, 17-11-2
• Ordinance declares an emergency
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Town Council approved an emergency ordinance amending the Land Use and Development Code regarding group homes and occupancy limits. The Council also held an executive session for legal advice and received public comments on recovery residences and a neighborhood watch program.

• Approved agenda (vote not specified)
• Recess into executive session (vote not specified)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-263 with amendments (5-1, Morris abstained)

Town Council

This Town Council work session scheduled for November 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The only agenda item, broadband planning, will not be discussed at this meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate.

• Meeting cancelled
• Broadband planning item removed

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on the 2024 budget, two property rezonings, and several annexations. The consent agenda includes ordinances on pet shop animal sales and nuisance animals, plus resolutions on liens and an energy impact grant. New business covers a community agreement with Downtown Colorado Inc., a water district IGA discussion, and two resolutions related to water utility finances.

• Ordinance 2023-255 amending pet shop dog/cat sales and nuisance animal rules
• Ordinance 2023-257/258 annexing and rezoning 23165 Colorado Boulevard to R-1
• Ordinance 2023-259/260 annexing and rezoning 23019 Colorado Boulevard to R-1
• Resolution 2023-52: Blue Sky Prairie Preliminary Plat SUB23-0008 public hearing
• Ordinance 2023-261: Vista Commons rezone to R3 and MU-RC; Ordinance 2023-262: Massey Square rezone to MU-NC

The Johnstown Town Council approved Ordinance No. 2023-262 on first reading, changing the zone for the Massey Square property to MU-NC. The motion was made by Councilmember Berg, seconded by Councilmember Young, and passed with no public comments. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or reports.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-262 changing zone for Massey Square to MU-NC on first reading

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 proposed budget and consider resolutions amending water and sewer utility rates and fees. The council will also vote on the preliminary plat for the Revere North subdivision, annexations and R-1 zoning for two parcels on Colorado Boulevard, and several consent agenda items including a compensation study and construction agreements.

• Public hearing on 2024 proposed budget
• Resolution 2023-48 amending water and sewer utility rates and fees
• Resolution 2023-43 approving preliminary plat for Revere North Subdivision
• Ordinances 2023-257/258 and 2023-259/260 annexing and zoning two Colorado Boulevard parcels (1.22 and 0.47 acres)
• Agreement with MWH Constructors for early construction and equipment procurement on Water Treatment Plant project

Council approved significant contracts for a water treatment plant and alleyway aesthetic improvements. They also updated water and sewer utility rates and approved several land annexations and zoning requests.

• Approved MWH Constructors, Inc. contracts for water treatment plant early work not to exceed $9.8M and $22.5M, plus $1.3M contingency
• Approved BHA Design, Inc. professional services agreement for alleyway improvements not to exceed $312,615
• Approved Resolution 2023-48 amending water and sewer utility rates and fees
• Approved external leasing agreement for Johnstown Plaza Storage Units (5-1)
• Approved $18,000 for Johnstown Veterans Memorial landscaping (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-255 regarding pet shops and nuisance animals
• Approved first reading of annexations and R-1 zoning for 23165 and 23019 Colorado Boulevard
• Approved grant agreement for Stormwater Master Plan updates and Little Thompson Trail bridge deposit

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review four applications: two subdivision plats (Settler's Crossing and Blue Sky Prairie) and two zoning requests (Massey Square and Vista Commons). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and departmental reports.

• SUB23-0003 Settler's Crossing subdivision
• SUB23-0008 Blue Sky Prairie subdivision
• ZON23-0001 Massey Square zoning request
• ZON23-0002 Vista Commons zoning request

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a strategic planning update. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Strategic planning update discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled a regular meeting for October 25, 2023, at 450 S. Parish, Johnstown, CO, but the agenda indicates that no meeting is to occur. The document consists entirely of standard procedural agenda headings and administrative notices.

Town Council

This is a Town Council work session with two agenda items: a meeting with the Johnstown Tree Board and a meeting with the Johnstown Historical Society. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed on the agenda, so the session appears to be for discussion only.

• Meeting with Johnstown Tree Board
• Meeting with Johnstown Historical Society

Public Meeting Notice

This is a public meeting notice for Civic's Day, an event held on October 19, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 450 S Parish. The agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion; it is posted to comply with Colorado Open Meetings Law because three or more council members may attend and public business may be discussed.

• Event: Civic's Day
• Location: 450 S Parish
• Date and time: October 19, 2023, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• ADA accommodation contact: Town Hall at (970) 587-4664

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, to discuss new business items including zoning requests and subdivisions. The commission will review applications for Massey Square, Vista Commons, Settler's Crossing, and Blue Sky Prairie. Additionally, the agenda includes the approval of minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting.

• ZON23-0001 Massey Square
• ZON23-0002 Vista Commons
• SUB23-0003 Settler's Crossing
• SUB23-0008 Blue Sky Prairie
• Approval of August 23, 2023 Minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will consider an agreement with MWH Constructors for early work on the Water Treatment Plant Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding ordinances for pet shop animal sales and nuisance animals.

• Agreement with MWH Constructors for Water Treatment Plant early construction
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2023-255 regarding pet shop animal sales and nuisance animals
• Ordinance 2023-254 amending municipal code for Councilmember vacancies
• Resolution 2023-45 acknowledging the Fiscal Year 2024 Preliminary Budget
• Water and sewer service agreements for Ledge Rock Center

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed preliminary budget for the 2024 fiscal year. This meeting serves as a review session for the upcoming budget cycle.

• FY 2024 Proposed Preliminary Budget

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, October 11, 2023, will not occur. No meeting agenda items, discussions, or decisions are scheduled.

Town Council

The October 2, 2023 regular Town Council meeting is cancelled. No business will be conducted. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard ADA accommodation information.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning and Zoning Commission

This meeting was cancelled and no business occurred. The agenda consists entirely of procedural boilerplate for a session that will not take place.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed preliminary budget for the 2024 fiscal year. This meeting is for discussion purposes only.

• FY 2024 Proposed Preliminary Budget

Public Meeting Notice

The Town of Johnstown posted this notice because three or more Council members may attend a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new Kroger location. This notice ensures compliance with the Colorado Open Meetings Law in the event that public business is discussed during the event.

• Kroger ribbon cutting ceremony at 4151 Ronald Reagan Blvd Suite 130

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will meet to approve routine items via consent agenda, including minutes and financial statements, and vote on several resolutions. Key decisions include purchasing two properties on Colorado Blvd. and approving a subdivision plat. Public hearings will cover a convenience store renewal and a subdivision development plan.

• Fifth Amendment to Franchise Agreement with TDS
• Purchase of 23165 Colorado Blvd. for $X (Resolution 2023-41)
• Purchase of 23019 Colorado Blvd. for $X (Resolution 2023-42)
• Award of Johnstown Annual Pavement Maintenance Program, Phase II RFP
• Preliminary Plat approval for Revere North Subdivision (Resolution 2023-43)

The Johnstown Town Council approved the preliminary plat and development plan for the Revere North Subdivision, adding conditions to address neighbor concerns. The council also approved two land purchases near the cemetery and Colorado Blvd, a pavement maintenance program, an intersection study, a liquor license renewal, and a resolution supporting a fire district ballot measure.

• Approved Resolution 2023-41 to purchase 23165 Colorado Blvd from Richard and Kathi Crooks
• Approved Resolution 2023-42 to purchase 23019 Colorado Blvd from Centennial Ridge, LLC
• Approved Phase II Pavement Maintenance Program with $30,000 contingency
• Approved Colorado Blvd & Roosevelt Pkwy Intersection Alternatives Analysis
• Approved Resolution 2023-44 supporting Loveland Rural Fire Protection District ballot measure
• Approved renewal of Fermented Malt Beverage & Wine License for 7-Eleven Store 34316A
• Approved Resolution 2023-43 for Revere North Subdivision preliminary plat with conditions
• Approved Ordinance 2023-254 on councilmember vacancies on first reading

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting on September 13, 2023, at 450 S. Parish. The agenda consists entirely of procedural matters, public comments, departmental reports, and a work session designed to provide background for future actions.

• Work session intended as background for future commission actions

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to discuss a utility rate study. This meeting is limited to this single agenda item.

• Utility Rate Study Discussion

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on several metropolitan district service plans, including amended plans for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 3 and Encore on 34, and a new plan for High Plains Estates. They will also consider approving the final plat for The Ridge at Johnstown Subdivision Filing No. 3 and a development agreement for the same filing. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, a social media policy, and a water/sewer service agreement.

• Resolution 2023-33: Amended service plan for High Plains Metropolitan District No. 3 (Welty Ridge)
• Resolution 2023-32: Service plan for High Plains Estates Metropolitan District (continued hearing)
• Resolution 2023-40: Amended service plans for Encore on 34 Metropolitan Districts 1-3 and new plans for 4-7
• Resolution 2023-38: Final plat for The Ridge at Johnstown Subdivision Filing No. 3
• Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement for The Ridge at Johnstown Filing No 3

Public Meeting Notice

The Town of Johnstown posted this notice because three or more Council members may attend the Roosevelt High School ribbon cutting. This event is being held to comply with the Colorado Open Meetings Law regarding the discussion of public business.

• Roosevelt High School ribbon cutting at 3349 Roosevelt Pkwy

Public Meeting Notice

The Johnstown Downtown Development Association is meeting at High Country Beverage. This notice is posted because three or more Town of Johnstown Council Members may attend, potentially involving the discussion of public business.

• Meeting at High Country Beverage
• Potential attendance by three or more Town of Johnstown Council Members

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on preliminary/final subdivision and development plans for two projects: Southridge PUD and Revere North. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 26 meeting and hear public comments on non-hearing items.

• Public hearing on Preliminary/Final Subdivision and Development Plans for Southridge PUD
• Public hearing on Preliminary Plat and Development Plan for Revere North
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2023
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes each

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will meet to decide on a police department renovation and expansion contract, approve revenue bonds for low- and middle-income housing, and hold a public hearing on the final subdivision plat for The Row Townhomes at 2534. The agenda also includes routine approvals, financial statements, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Police Department Renovation and Expansion Construction Manager at Risk Contract Award
• Resolution 2023-31: Approving Revenue Bonds for Residential Facilities for Low- & Middle-Income Families ($ amount not specified)
• Public Hearing - Final Subdivision Plat and Preliminary/Final Development Plan for The Row Townhomes at 2534
• RFP Award For Johnstown Annual Pavement Rehab Program, Phase I
• Intergovernmental Agreement Between Town of Johnstown and Weld County for On-Demand Transit Program

The Council approved the final subdivision plat and development plan for The Row Townhomes at 2534 (32 units), awarded a Construction Manager at Risk contract to Mark Young Construction for police department renovation, and approved several other items including a snowplow chassis purchase and a pavement rehab contract. Two resolutions regarding the High Plains Estates Metropolitan District service plan failed to pass and were continued to September 6, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 2023-36 for The Row Townhomes at 2534 final plat and development plan
• Awarded CMaR pre-construction services to Mark Young Construction for $14,700
• Approved purchase of 2024 Freightliner 108SD chassis for snowplow
• Approved Phase I Pavement Rehab Program with McAtee Construction, including High Plains Blvd
• Approved IGA with Weld County for On-Demand Transit Program
• Approved Resolution 2023-34 for Welty Ridge Metropolitan District No. 2 service plan
• Approved Water and Sewer Service Agreement for The Row Townhomes with MNC Holdings
• Continued High Plains Estates Metropolitan District service plan hearing to Sept 6

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to review several proposed policies and ordinances, including restrictions on pet sales by retail stores, modifications to RV parking rules, and a new social media policy for council members. The meeting will also address procedural matters such as home rule charter rules and council attendance discipline.

• Dog & Cat Sales by Retail Pet Stores
• RV Parking Modification
• Council Social Media Policy
• Home Rule Charter Rules and Regulations Regarding Wards and Districts
• Council Attendance Discipline Policy

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with several routine consent agenda items, including water and sewer service agreements for various commercial and school properties, and an infrastructure reimbursement agreement. The council will also consider a resolution allocating library and cultural facilities development fee revenues, and hold a public hearing for a new hotel and restaurant liquor license application for Cocina & Cantina. Two executive sessions are scheduled to discuss real property purchases.

• Water and sewer service agreements for Ledge Rock Center Commercial Buildings 10, 9, 8 A/B, and 8E with Ledge Rock Center, LLC
• Infrastructure reimbursement agreement with Revere at Johnstown Metropolitan District No. 3 for a water line
• Water and sewer service agreements for GYS Flex site, Elwell Elementary School, and Roosevelt High School
• Resolution 2023-30: Allocating revenues from Library and Cultural Facilities Development Fee
• Public hearing for new hotel & restaurant liquor license for Cocina & Cantina

Council approved a new distribution for the Library and Cultural Facilities Development Fee effective October 1, 2023. The board also granted a liquor license to Cocina & Cantina and approved several water and sewer service agreements.

• Approved Resolution 2023-30 to allocate impact fees: 50% Library, 40% Public Art, 10% Historical Applications
• Approved Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License for Cocina & Cantina
• Approved Water and Sewer Service Agreements for Ledge Rock Center Buildings 8 A/B, 8E, 9, and 10
• Approved Water and Sewer Service Agreement for GYS Flex site
• Approved Water and Sewer Service Agreements for Elwell Elementary and Roosevelt High School
• Approved Infrastructure Reimbursement Agreement with Revere at Johnstown Metropolitan District No. 3
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes and July 2023 bills

Public Meeting Notice

This notice informs the public that three or more Johnstown Town Council members may attend the Larimer County Fair & PRCA Rodeo Anniversary Party. Because a quorum of the council could be present, the event is posted to comply with the Colorado Open Meetings Law in the event that public business is discussed.

• Attendance at Larimer County Fair & PRCA Rodeo Anniversary Party
• Location: 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland
• Date: August 5, 2023

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: an informational review of a compensation study. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the item is for discussion and information only.

• Compensation study informational review

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the Town Council on two final subdivision plans: The Ridge Filing No. 3 and The Row Townhomes at 2534 (Aliversa). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and departmental and commissioner reports.

• Public hearing and recommendation for The Ridge Filing No. 3 Final Subdivision
• Public hearing and recommendation for The Row Townhomes at 2534 (Aliversa) Final Subdivision and Final Development Plan
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2023
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes each

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will meet to review routine financial reports, budget amendments, and the award of the Natatorium Restoration Project. The council will also hold an executive session to receive legal advice regarding metropolitan districts.

• Awarding the Natatorium Restoration Project
• Resolution 2023-29 Amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• June 2023 Financial Statements
• July 2023 List of Bills

The Town Council approved the consent agenda and awarded a contract for the Natatorium Restoration Project. The Council also entered an executive session to seek legal advice regarding metropolitan districts.

• Approved agenda (Morris/Molinar)
• Approved consent agenda (Morris/Molinar)
• Awarded Natatorium Restoration Project contract to All Dry Services of Denver (Berg/Morris)
• Entered executive session for legal advice regarding metropolitan districts (Berg/Molinar)

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to discuss a request from RE-5J Pioneer Ridge Elementary School and review preliminary compensation for town staff. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• RE-5J Pioneer Ridge Elementary School request
• Discussion: Preliminary Compensation

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will meet to discuss routine consent items, a fiscal year 2022 budget amendment, and a contract award for downtown wayfinding signage. The agenda also includes a presentation to Mark Stanley and an update on the YMCA Recreation Center Natatorium.

• June 2023 List of Bills
• Factional Water Share Application for 1120 N. 5th Street – Lot 51 by Tyson Tabler
• Resolution 2023-28 Amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Contract Award for Downtown Johnstown Wayfinding Signage: Phase 1

The Johnstown Town Council received reports from council members and the mayor regarding community events, library landscaping, and police interactions. No substantive decisions, votes, or ordinances were recorded in the minutes.

• Received council reports and comments on community events and updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting at 7:00 PM on June 28, 2023, at 450 S. Parish. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the May 24 meeting and discussing proposed amendments to the Land Use & Development Code, though no specific ordinances or contracts are listed for a vote.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to discuss proposed amendment topics for the Land Use & Development Code. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of proposed Land Use & Development Code amendment topics

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance updating the International Energy Conservation Code version in the municipal code, and a resolution approving the preliminary/final plat for Encore Filing No. 1. The consent agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, appointments, a bank deposit resolution, an agreement with Weld County School District for Roosevelt High School, and a water district IGA amendment. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on the Purvis Property.

• Ordinance 2023-253 amending energy conservation code sections 18-41 and 18-43
• Resolution 2023-26 approving preliminary/final plat for Encore Filing No. 1 (SUB21-0026)
• Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement with Weld County School District RE-5J for Roosevelt High School
• Third Amendment to IGA with Little Thompson Water District
• Ordinance 2023-252 amending Section 7-128 of municipal code

The Town Council approved Ordinance 2023-253, updating the International Energy Conservation Code from the 2012 to the 2018 edition. It also approved Resolution 2023-26 for the preliminary/final subdivision plat of Encore Filing No. 1, subject to a Council-approved development agreement. The council approved an amended Water and Sewer Service Agreement for Purvis Farm Subdivision with two abstentions.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-253 adopting the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 for Encore Filing No. 1 subdivision plat, subject to development agreement (unanimous)
• Approved amended Water and Sewer Service Agreement for Purvis Farm Subdivision (3-0, with Dominguez and Morris abstaining)
• Approved consent agenda including June 5 minutes, Ordinance 2023-252, resolutions 2023-25 and 2023-27, and other items (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and adjourned into executive session for legal advice on Purvis property (unanimous)

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes a resolution amending the town fee schedule, an ordinance referring a water policy charter amendment to the April 2024 election, and a subdivision agreement for Iron Horse Filing No. 3. New business includes introducing an ordinance to adopt the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, and a public hearing on amending municipal code section 7-128. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, a bill list, and reports.

• Resolution 2023-24 amending Town of Johnstown Fee Schedule
• Ordinance 2023-251 referring water policy charter amendment to April 2, 2024 election
• Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement for Iron Horse Filing No. 3 with Centerra Commercial, LLC
• Ordinance 2023-253 adopting 2018 International Energy Conservation Code
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-252 amending Section 7-128 of Municipal Code

The Town Council approved on first reading an ordinance adopting the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code and set a public hearing for June 19, 2023. It also approved on first reading an administrative code amendment correcting a fee schedule reference. The consent agenda included a resolution amending the fee schedule and an ordinance submitting a water policy charter amendment to voters in the April 2024 election.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-253 (2018 Energy Code) on first reading, public hearing set for June 19, 2023
• Approved Ordinance 2023-252 (fee schedule codification fix) on first reading
• Adopted consent agenda including Resolution 2023-24 (fee schedule) and water policy ballot ordinance
• Approved agenda as presented

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, accept public comments, interview candidates for an open seat, and conduct a public hearing on a proposed subdivision filing. No substantive decisions are scheduled beyond the hearing.

• Public hearing on Preliminary/Final Subdivision for Encore Filing 1 (SUB21-0026)
• Candidates for open seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: a vote to fill a vacant councilmember seat. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, pledge, roll call, agenda approval, and public comment.

• Vote to fill vacant Councilmember seat

The Town Council appointed Andrew Paranto to fill a vacant council seat. This followed three tied votes between other candidates and a subsequent ranked-choice vote of the final four interviewed candidates.

• Appointed Andrew Paranto to vacant Council seat (unanimous)

Town Council

This is a Town Council work session with a single agenda item: interviewing candidates. No decisions or policy discussions are listed; the meeting is limited to candidate interviews before adjournment.

• Interview of candidates

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings on a proposed charter amendment for a town water policy to be placed on the April 2024 ballot, and on the preliminary/final plat for Mountain View West 3rd Replat townhomes. The consent agenda includes ordinances on code changes, a Comcast cable franchise, and a budget amendment, plus several agreements. New business covers development agreements for Mountain View West and an amenities extension request for Thompson River Ranch.

• Ordinance 2023-251: charter amendment on water policy for April 2, 2024 election
• Public hearing on Mountain View West 3rd Replat preliminary/final plat (townhomes)
• Ordinance 2023-250: Comcast cable franchise agreement
• Resolution 2023-22: amending FY2022 budget
• Water & sewer service agreement with 6037 Johnstown, LLC for Purvis Farm Subdivision

The Town Council approved Resolution 2023-23 for the Mountain View West 3rd Replat (Townhomes Phase II), a 125-home development, along with related subdivision and water/sewer agreements. The council also approved a first reading of a charter amendment for a water policy to be placed on the April 2024 ballot, and approved several other items including a consent agenda and an extension for Thompson River Ranch amenities. The council did not fill the vacant council seat after five tied votes, scheduling a special meeting for further interviews.

• Approved Resolution 2023-23 for Mountain View West 3rd Replat preliminary/final plat and development plan (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-251 on first reading, submitting a water policy charter amendment to voters in April 2024 (motion passed)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, ordinances, and financial statements (motion passed)
• Approved extension for Thompson River Ranch Community Center & Pool improvements until September 30, 2023 (motion passed)
• Approved Subdivision Development and Improvement Agreement for Mountain View West 3rd Replat (motion passed)
• Approved Water & Sewer Service Agreement for Mountain View West 3rd Replat (motion passed)
• Approved First Amendment to Non-Potable Irrigation System IGA with Thompson Crossing Metro District No. 2 (motion passed)
• Council failed to fill vacant seat after five tied votes; scheduled special meeting for May 22, 2023

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a work session to interview five candidates—Susan Atkinson, Jeffery Bonner, Andrew Paranto, Lance Walker, and Deniece Cook—for unspecified positions. No decisions or discussions on policy, budgets, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including annexing land, approving zoning and a solar development plan, adopting drought water conservation measures, and submitting a charter amendment on water policy to voters. The meeting also includes proclamations, public comment, and a swearing-in ceremony for the mayor.

• Ordinance 2023-244: Annex Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3
• Ordinance 2023-246: Approve Outline Development Plan for Dove Solar
• Resolution 2023-21: Adopt Level 2 Drought Water Conservation Measures
• Ordinance 2023-251: Submit charter amendment on water policy to April 2024 election
• Public hearing on Comcast cable franchise agreement

The Johnstown Town Council approved the new Land Use & Development Code (Ordinance 2023-247) with an amendment requiring 800-foot notification for new developments to previous landowners, passing 5-1. The council also approved Level 2 drought water conservation measures effective June 1, 2023, and granted Comcast a nonexclusive cable franchise. A charter amendment on water policy was tabled to May 15, 2023.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-247 adopting Land Use & Development Code with 800-ft notice amendment (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 adopting Level 2 drought water conservation measures effective June 1, 2023
• Approved Ordinance 2023-250 granting Comcast nonexclusive cable franchise
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-251 (water policy charter amendment) to May 15, 2023
• Approved Ordinance 2023-248 on first reading (Chapter 6 municipal code repeal/readopt)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-249 on first reading (Chapter 10 amendments on harassment, trespass, fireworks, tobacco)
• Appointed Damien Berg as Mayor Pro Tem
• Approved consent agenda (excluding item 10) including annexations and agreements

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings and votes on ordinances related to the Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3, including findings of fact, annexation, and PUD-MU zoning. They will also consider approving an outline development plan and a use by special review for the Dove Solar array, and adopt a new Land Use & Development Code. The consent agenda includes a resolution opposing state land use preemptions in Senate Bill 23-213, a mutual aid agreement, a water/sewer service agreement with Sunbelt Rentals, and March financial statements. A discussion on water policy is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 2023-244: Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3
• Ordinance 2023-245: PUD-MU zoning for Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3
• Ordinance 2023-246: Outline Development Plan for Dove Solar
• Resolution 2023-17: Use by Special Review for Dove Solar Array
• Ordinance 2023-247: Adopting Johnstown Land Use & Development Code

Council approved the annexation and PUD-MU zoning for Archdiocese parcels 1-3, as well as the development plan and special review for the Dove Solar array. The council also adopted the Johnstown Land Use & Development Code by reference. Mayor Lebsack announced his resignation effective May 1, 2023.

• Approved Resolution 2023-16 regarding Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3
• Approved Ordinance 2023-244 (Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3) on first reading
• Approved Ordinance 2023-245 (PUD-MU Zoning for Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1-3) on first reading
• Approved Ordinance 2023-246 (Outline Development Plan for Dove Solar) on first reading
• Approved Resolution 2023-17 (Use by Special Review for Dove Solar Array)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-247 adopting the Johnstown Land Use & Development Code by reference
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-20 opposing SB 23-213
• Directed Town Manager to proceed with a possible ballot question on water policy for April 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider amendments to the Johnstown Land Use & Development Code, which would modify Municipal Code Chapters 15, 16, and 17. The meeting also includes public comments, departmental reports, and commissioner comments.

• Public hearing on amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 15, 16, & 17 (Land Use & Development Code)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes each on non-hearing items

Public Meeting Notice

This is a social happy hour hosted by the Johnstown Downtown Development Association with Mayor Gary Lebsack, not a formal town council meeting. It is posted as a public meeting notice because three or more council members may attend and public business could be discussed.

• Happy hour at High Country Beverage, 4200 Ronald Reagan Blvd.
• Hosted by Johnstown Downtown Development Association
• Mayor Gary Lebsack in attendance
• April 11, 2023, 4:00-6:00 pm

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will consider several major contracts, including an agreement with D2C Architects for police department design and expansion, a guaranteed maximum price construction award to Moltz Construction for the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant, and an RFP award for an aquatic center feasibility study. The council will also hold public hearings on annexations and zoning for the Archdiocese properties, the Dove Solar array, and the Iron Horse Filing No. 3 subdivision plat. Consent agenda items include routine approvals such as minutes, budget amendments, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Agreement with D2C Architects for Police Department design and expansion
• GMP construction award to Moltz Construction for Central Wastewater Treatment Plant
• RFP award for Aquatic Center Feasibility Study
• Public hearings on Archdiocese Annexation No. 1 and No. 2, including zoning (H-A and PUD-MU)
• Ordinance approving Outline Development Plan for Dove Solar and Use by Special Review

The Town Council approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price construction contract for the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Moltz Construction for $52,804,817.00. They also approved a design agreement for the Police Department expansion and an amendment to engineering services for the wastewater plant. Several zoning and annexation items, including Archdiocese Annexations and the Dove Solar Array, were tabled until April 17, 2023.

• Approved GMP construction contract for Central Wastewater Treatment Plant to Moltz Construction ($52,804,817.00)
• Approved amendment to Construction Engineering Services with AQUA Engineering (not to exceed $1,016,537.00)
• Approved Standard Form Agreement with D2C Architects for Police Department design/expansion
• Approved Aquatic Center Feasibility Study award to OLC Architecture (not to exceed $78,980)
• Approved adoption of Downtown Johnstown Brand & Logo
• Approved Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plat for Iron Horse Filing No. 3
• Tabled Archdiocese Annexation No. 1 and No. 2 findings of fact to April 17, 2023
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-244 (Archdiocese Annexation) to April 17, 2023

Public Meeting Notice

This is a public meeting notice for the unveiling of the Johnstown Veterans Memorial at 155 Silverbell Drive on March 25, 2023 at 1:00 PM. The meeting is posted to comply with Colorado's Open Meetings Law because three or more Town Council members may attend and public business may be discussed. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Veterans Memorial unveiling ceremony at 155 Silverbell Drive
• Meeting posted under Colorado Open Meetings Law due to possible Council member attendance

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding subdivision and development plans. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous regular meetings.

• Public hearing for Iron Horse Filing No. 3 preliminary/final subdivision
• Public hearing for Mountain View West 3rd Replat preliminary/final subdivision and development plan
• Approval of January 25, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold public hearings and votes on two Archdiocese annexations with zoning changes, a solar array use permit, and an outline development plan. New business includes awarding contracts for police department design, wastewater plant construction, and an aquatic center feasibility study. Consent agenda items cover routine approvals like minutes, ordinances, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance 2023-244: Archdiocese Annexation No. 1 and No. 2
• Ordinance 2023-245: H-A zoning for Archdiocese Annexation No. 1, PUD-MU for No. 2
• Ordinance 2023-246: Outline Development Plan for Dove Solar
• Resolution 2023-17: Use by Special Review for Dove Solar Array
• Agreement with D2C Architects for Police Department design and expansion

The Town Council meeting was called to order but no quorum was present, so no roll call, public comment, or business was conducted. All agenda items were moved to the April 3, 2023 meeting. The mayor presented proclamations to local high school sports teams before adjourning.

• All agenda items moved to April 3, 2023 meeting (no quorum)
• Night of Champions Proclamations presented to Roosevelt High School teams

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding its annual strategic planning session to set priorities for 2024. Key items include discussing potential referendums, a broadband presentation, and budget priorities. The council will also review current project status and a community survey.

• Potential referendums for 2024
• Broadband presentation
• Community survey presentation
• Budget priorities and requests for 2024
• Commission/committee listings

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will vote on several routine items, including a fee schedule amendment, construction contracts for intersection improvements, and a site development plan for Uncle Benny's Marketplace. A public hearing will address municipal court procedures. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss a relief judge proposal.

• Resolution 2023-11 amending the Town of Johnstown Fee Schedule
• Construction contract with Morton Electric Inc for SH 60 and Carlson Blvd intersection improvements
• Design contract with JWO Engineering for interim improvements to SH 60 and Colorado Blvd
• Ordinance 2023-243 concerning municipal court procedures (public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-13 approving site development plan for Uncle Benny's Marketplace

The Town Council approved construction and design contracts for intersection improvements on SH 60. Council also updated the consolidated town fee schedule and approved an ordinance regarding municipal court procedures.

• Approved Resolution 2023-11 amending the Consolidated Town Fee Schedule
• Approved $714,670 construction contract with Morton Electric Inc for SH 60 and Carlson Blvd Intersection Improvements
• Approved $431,435 design contract with JWO Engineering for SH 60 and Colorado Blvd Interim Improvements
• Approved Ordinance 2023-243 concerning Municipal Court procedures

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and agreements. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance amending rules on use and excavation of public right-of-way. New business includes a recurring fees request from a metropolitan district.

• Ordinance 2023-241: High Plains Estates PUD Outline Development Plan
• Resolution 2023-09: Amending Storm Design Criteria and Construction Regulations Manual
• Resolution 2023-10: Amended Policy on Access to Public Records
• Water and Sewer Service Agreement for Ledge Rock Center Multifamily North Development
• Oil & Gas Lease Agreement with PDC Energy, Inc.

The Town Council approved a recurring fee for the Johnstown Village Metropolitan District No. 2 to cover operations and maintenance through 2025. Additionally, the Council approved an ordinance on first reading to update municipal code regarding the use and excavation of public rights-of-way.

• Approved consent agenda (passed)
• Approved recurring fee for Johnstown Village Metropolitan District No. 2 (passed)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-242 on first reading (passed)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct four public hearings on February 15, 2023, covering an archdiocese annexation, a solar array project, and a site development plan. No decisions are listed; only hearings and public comments are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Archdiocese Annexation Nos. 1 and 2 and zoning establishment (H-A and PUD-MU)
• Public hearing on Dove Solar Outline Development Plan (Archdiocese Annexation PUD Zone)
• Public hearing on Dove Solar LLC solar array project (Use by Special Review)
• Public hearing on Uncle Benny's Site Development Plan on Marketplace Dr.

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will vote on several routine items and hold public hearings, including a new liquor license for Alta #6332, annexation and zoning for Rieder Farm, and a subdivision plat for East Ledge Rock Center. They will also consider a professional services agreement for the water treatment plant expansion and an economic incentive agreement with Project Arsenal.

• Ordinance 2023-238: North Ridge PUD Outline Development Plan Amendment No. 1 (second reading)
• Ordinance 2023-239 and 2023-40: Annex and zone Rieder Farm (second reading)
• New fermented malt beverage license for CF Altitude LLC dba Alta #6332
• Resolution 2023-07: Preliminary/Final Plat for East Ledge Rock Center Filing No. 3
• Agreement with MWH Constructors for Construction Manager at Risk services for Water Treatment Plant Expansion

The Town Council approved several development and annexation agreements, including plans for East Ledge Rock Center and High Plains Estates. Additionally, the Council authorized a $259,080 professional services agreement for the Water Treatment Plant expansion and approved an economic incentive agreement for a new distribution center.

• Approved North Ridge PUD amendment and Rieder Farm annexation
• Approved liquor license for Alta #6332
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for Archdiocese annexation public hearing
• Approved East Ledge Rock Center Filing No. 3 development plans
• Approved High Plains Estates PUD on first reading
• Approved $259,080 contract for Water Treatment Plant expansion
• Approved economic incentive agreement for Project Arsenal

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to review the Public Working Draft of the Land Use & Development Code with Multistudio, Inc. This is a discussion item only, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. The agenda contains this single substantive item, followed by adjournment.

• Review of Public Working Draft of Land Use & Development Code with Multistudio, Inc.

Public Meeting Notice

This is a public notice for the grand opening of Mary's Mountain Cookies at 16 S. Parish on January 27, 2023 at 1:00 PM. The notice is posted because three or more Town Council members may attend and public business may be discussed, per Colorado Open Meetings Law. No formal decisions or agenda items are listed.

• Grand opening of Mary's Mountain Cookies at 16 S. Parish
• ADA accommodation notice with 48-hour contact requirement

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Johnstown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two new developments: the final subdivision for Thompson River Ranch and the outline development plan for High Plains Estates PUD. They will also introduce a working draft of updates to the Land Use & Development Code.

• Public hearing on final subdivision for Thompson River Ranch Filing No. SUB21-0010
• Public hearing on Outline Development Plan for High Plains Estates PUD (ZON22-0009)
• Introduction of Public Working Draft of the Land Use & Development Code

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation on brand design options for the Downtown Johnstown Branding & Wayfinding project. This is a discussion item only, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled on the agenda.

• Presentation of brand design options for Downtown Johnstown Branding & Wayfinding project

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on the Rieder Farm annexation, including zoning approval. The council will also consider waterline proposals and traffic signal poles for State Highway 60, plus routine consent agenda items like minutes, bills, and financial statements.

• Resolution 2023-05, Ordinance 2023-239, and Ordinance 2023-240 regarding Rieder Farm Annexation and H-A zoning
• State Highway 60 waterline proposals, contract, and exhibit
• Ordering traffic signal poles for SH 60 and Carlson Boulevard intersection
• Resolution 2023-04: Application for annual renewable perpetual water contract with Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District
• First Amendment to The Ledge Rock Water and Sewer Pipeline Escrow Agreement

The Johnstown Town Council approved the Rieder Farm annexation, including findings of fact, the annexation ordinance, and H-A zoning, all on first reading. The council also awarded a design contract for the State Highway 60 waterline project and approved the purchase of traffic signal poles for the SH 60 and Carlson Boulevard intersection.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, financial statements, water contract resolution, and escrow amendment (unanimous)
• Awarded design services for State Highway 60 waterline to J-U-B Engineers, Inc. for $286,600 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of traffic signal poles for SH 60 and Carlson Blvd from Millerbrand for $96,279 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 findings for Rieder Farm Annexation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-239 annexing Rieder Farm on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-240 establishing H-A zoning for Rieder Farm on first reading (unanimous)

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council is meeting for a work session with a single agenda item: strategic planning. No decisions or specific proposals are listed; the session is dedicated to high-level discussion of the town's direction.

• Strategic planning discussion

Town Council

The Johnstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like meeting minutes, resolutions, and the 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan. Under new business, the council will consider a second amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with Weld County School District RE-5J regarding annexations and school site payments. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance 2023-238, which approves an amendment to the North Ridge Planned Unit Development Outline Development Plan.

• Ordinance 2023-238: North Ridge P.U.D. Outline Development Plan Amendment No. 1 (public hearing)
• Second Amendment to IGA with Weld County Reorganized School District RE-5J on annexations and school site dedication/payments
• Resolution 2023-02: Adopting the 2023 Three Mile Plan
• Johnstown 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution 2023-03: Appointing a member to Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town Council approved Ordinance 2023-238 on first reading, amending the North Ridge PUD Outline Development Plan to increase residential land use in Planning Areas A and D, but with a condition that all residential development be removed from Planning Area A. The Planning Commission had recommended denial. The council also approved a consent agenda and a second amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with Weld County School District RE-5J.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Resolution 2023-01 (posting notices), Resolution 2023-02 (2023 Three Mile Plan), Resolution 2023-03 (Planning & Zoning appointment), 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan, and December 2022 bills
• Approved Second Amendment to IGA with Weld County School District RE-5J (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-238 on first reading as amended, removing residential from Planning Area A (motion by Mellon, second by Molinar)