Lakewood, CO
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LakewoodCO averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $550,008 -2.1% yr/yr · +5.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👮 Police incidents (open data)
1,340 incidents · Mon Jan 1, 2024–Tue Jul 29, 2025 · 100% mapped
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👤 Members & officials (10)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Dave Rein — Councilmember
- Glenda Sinks — Councilmember
- Isabel Cruz — Councilmember
- Jacob LaBure — Councilmember
- Jeslin Shahrezaei — Councilmember
- Paula Nystrom — Councilmember
- Rebekah Stewart — Councilmember
- Rich Olver — Councilmember
- Roger Low — Councilmember
- Sophia Mayott-Guerrero — Councilmember
Municipal budget
Total revenue$260.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$222.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$166.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$12.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,418 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202554 housing units ($23.9M)
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider affordable housing targets and land rezonings
The City Council will discuss increasing affordable housing stock and establishing funding for the 2026 Capital Improvement and Preservation Program. The meeting includes first readings for two land rezoning ordinances.
- R-2026-73: Proposal to increase affordable housing stock by 3% annually or 9% by December 31, 2029
- O-2026-33: Rezoning of land at 2555 S. Kipling St.
- O-2026-34: Rezoning of land at 7201 W. Mansfield Ave.
- R-2026-72: Establishing projects and funding for the 2026 CIPP Neighborhood Participation Program
- R-2026-74: Intergovernmental agreement with Mile High Flood District regarding the Flood Risk Program
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
OCTOBER 26, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM C. – PROCLAMATION - BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
ITEM D. – PROCLAMATION - SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
ITEM E. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Thu Dec 31, 2026 · 23:59
City Council
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
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Recent meetings
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Virtual - Zoom
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 20:00
City Council Study Session
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Lakewood council to vote on resolutions backing four local ballot measures, including a 0.5% sales tax increase
The Lakewood City Council meets on October 12, 2026, to consider four resolutions supporting local ballot issues: Issue 2G, a 0.5% sales tax increase, and Questions 2H, 2I, and 2J, which concern Charter sections 2.6(A), 12.12, and 13.1(D) and 13.2(E). The council will also hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance authorizing the purchase of real property at 1081 Vance Street for municipal open space and park purposes, including acceptance of a deed. The meeting includes proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month, plus time for public comment. The agenda does not state dollar amounts for the property purchase or details of the charter changes.
- R-2026-68: supports ballot Issue 2G, a 0.5% sales tax increase
- R-2026-69, R-2026-70, R-2026-71: support ballot Questions 2H, 2I, and 2J on Charter sections 2.6(A), 12.12, and 13.1(D)/13.2(E)
- O-2026-32: second reading and public hearing to authorize purchase of 1081 Vance Street for municipal open space and park purposes, including acceptance of a deed
- Proclamations: October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month
- Initial public comment and closing public comment; speakers limited to three minutes
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
OCTOBER 12, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewoodco.gov/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 –
CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 –
ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 –
OPENING ITEMS
ITEM 3A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM 3B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM 3C. – PROCLAMATION - OCTOBER AS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
MONTH
ITEM 3D. – PROCLAMATION - HISPANIC & LATINE HERITAGE MONTH
ITEM 3E. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on wildfire code, property purchase, and police committee timeline
The Lakewood City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with several resolutions and a first-reading ordinance, plus a second-reading ordinance on wildfire resiliency. Key items include approving 2027 budgets for two business improvement districts, intergovernmental agreements on housing and homelessness, and authorizing the purchase of property at 1081 Vance Street for open space. The council will also discuss amending the timeline for an ad-hoc police committee and appointing a member to it.
- R-2026-61: Approving 2027 budget for Alameda Corridor BID
- R-2026-62: Approving 2027 budget for Lakewood-West Colfax BID
- R-2026-63: IGA with Jefferson County and cities re Proposition 123 compliance
- O-2026-32: Authorizing purchase of 1081 Vance Street for open space
- Second reading: Adopting Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code 2025
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS - PART 1
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
3C RECOGNIZING THE 2026 MAYOR’S INSPIRATION AWARD
RECIPIENTS
3D MEETING RECESS FOR MAYOR'S INSPIRATION AWARDS
ITEM 4 – OPENING ITEMS - PART 2
ITEM A. – PROCLAMATION - CYBER SECURITY MONTH
ITEM B. – INITIAL PU …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to hear presentation on automated license plate readers
The Lakewood City Council is holding a virtual study session. The main item is a presentation on automated license plate readers, which the council will discuss but not vote on. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, roll call, committee reports, and adjournment.
- Presentation on automated license plate readers
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AGENDA
STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL MEETING
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
VIRTUAL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 –
Presentation Regarding Automated License Plate Readers
ITEM 4 – COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEM 5 – ADJOURNMENT
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Study Session
Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Study Session
City Council to review revised 2026 and proposed 2027 budgets
The Lakewood City Council will hold a study session to review the revised 2026 budget and the proposed 2027 budget. This session is intended for presentation and discussion of these financial documents.
- Presentation of the revised 2026 City Budget
- Presentation of the proposed 2027 City Budget
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480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
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||||AGENDA STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL VIRTUAL MEETING CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO VIRTUAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 6:00 PM|
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|||City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood Speaks: advance as possible so we can accommodate your request. How to Connect to Provide Public Comment:|To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos Lakewoodspeaks.org The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services. People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in Online participants may post written comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.|
|ITEM 1 –|CALL TO ORDER|||
|ITEM 2 –|ROLL CALL|||
|ITEM 3 –|BUDGET||PRESENTATION OF THE REVISED 2026 AND PROPOSED 2027 CITY|
|ITEM 4 –||COMMITTEE REPORTS||
|ITEM 5 –|ADJOURNMENT|||
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Hybrid - Zoom or Council Chambers at 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 20:00
General
LRA to present revised 2026 and proposed 2027 budgets
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority will review its financial planning during this virtual meeting. The agenda includes a presentation of the revised 2026 budget and the proposed budget for 2027.
- Presentation of the revised 2026 LRA budget
- Presentation of the proposed 2027 LRA budget
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AGENDA Lakewood Reinvestment Authority **VIRTUAL MEETING** September 14, 2026 8:00 PM
## To watch the LRA Meeting live, please use one of the following links:
☐ By Computer: <u>[https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381](https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381)</u> ☐ City of Lakewood Website: <u>Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos</u> ☐ Lakewood Speaks: <u>Lakewoodspeaks.org</u> ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ **How to Connect to Provide Public Comment:** By Computer: <u>[https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381](https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381)</u> By iPad, iPhone, or Android device on the Zoom App, enter webinar ID: **814 4700 2381** By Telephone: **720-707-2699** Webinar ID: **814 4700 2381, #** Participant ID: **#** Press ***9** to Request to Speak, you will be prompted when to speak. Press ***6** to Unmute ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services. Individuals needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service program, can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
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|ITEM 2 –|ROLL CALL|
|ITEM 3 –|APPROVAL OF LRA MEETING MINUTES|
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Virtual - Zoom
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider wildfire code, sales tax ballot question, waste hauler rules
The Lakewood City Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, a resolution for a sales tax ballot question, and a second reading of an ordinance on commercial waste hauler licensing. The council will also vote on a $225,000 supplemental appropriation for the November 3, 2026 general election and a city manager contract. A proclamation for Love Lakewood Day and a presentation from the Lakewood Advisory Commission on tenant support are also on the agenda.
- O-2026-31: Adopt 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code with amendments and map
- R-2026-58: Resolution for sales tax ballot question
- O-2026-29: $225,000 supplemental appropriation for November 3, 2026 general election
- O-2026-30: Repeal and replace Chapter 5.29 on commercial waste hauler licensing
- City manager contract resolution
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
AUGUST 24, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
3C PROCLAMATION - LOVE LAKEWOOD DAY
3D PRESENTATION FROM THE LAKEWOOD ADVISORY COMMISSION
- TENANT SUPPORT
ITEM E. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Virtual - Zoom
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council considers multiple ballot questions for November 3, 2026 election
The City Council is discussing several ordinances to place ballot questions before voters regarding the Home Rule Charter and municipal elections. The body is also considering budget appropriations for election expenses and updates to commercial waste hauler codes.
- O-2026-25 through O-2026-28: Proposed ballot questions for November 3, 2026 election regarding charter amendments
- Supplemental appropriation of $225,000 in the General Fund for November 3, 2026 general election expenses
- O-2026-24: Amendment to municipal code regarding campaign and political finance
- O-2026-30: Ordinance to repeal and replace code pertaining to commercial waste haulers
- Resolution 8A: Participation in a coordinated election conducted by the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder
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480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
AUGUST 10, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM C. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
ITEM 4 – – FIRST READING ORDINANCES
ITEM A. – O-2026-30 – AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL AND REPLACE CHAPTER
5.29 OF THE LAKEWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to discuss traffic calming and neighborhood parking pilot
The City Council will hear presentations on two topics: traffic calming measures and a neighborhood parking pilot project. No ordinances or contracts are up for decision; the session is informational.
- Presentation on traffic calming program
- Presentation on neighborhood parking pilot project
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AGENDA
STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL MEETING
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
VIRTUAL MEETING
AUGUST 3, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – PRESENTATIONS
3A TRAFFIC CALMING
3B NEIGHBORHOOD PARKING PILOT PROJECT
ITEM 4 – COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEM 5 – ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider property purchase at 10160 West 12th Avenue
The City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including the purchase of real property for open space and park purposes. The body will also discuss the appointment of an interim city manager and various ballot question referrals.
- O-2026-22: Purchase of real property at 10160 West 12th Avenue for municipal open space and park purposes
- R-2026-53: Appointing an interim city manager and establishing compensation
- O-2026-23: Permanent utility easement at 2911 and 2951 S. Wadsworth Blvd for Public Service Company of Colorado
- O-2026-21: Amending Chapter 2.52 of the Municipal Code regarding initiative and referendum procedures
- Ballot question referrals regarding terms of service, property tax limitations, and council vacancies
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
JULY 27, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM C. – PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
ITEM D. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council study session includes discussions on homelessness and community services
The City Council will hold a virtual study session to discuss follow-up items regarding homelessness. The meeting also includes a review of community services survey results.
- Follow-up discussion on homelessness
- Community services survey results
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AGENDA
STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL MEETING
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
VIRTUAL MEETING
JULY 20, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – FOLLOW-UP DISCUSSION ON HOMELESSNESS
ITEM 4 – COMMUNITY SERVICES SURVEY RESULTS
ITEM 5 – COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEM 6 – ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council Study Session
Lakewood Reinvestment Authority discusses municipal funding and West Colfax Ave
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority will hold a study session regarding municipal funding mechanisms. The meeting also includes a discussion of the financial plan for the West Colfax Ave Corridor Reinvestment Area.
- Overview of municipal funding mechanisms
- Financial plan for West Colfax Ave Corridor reinvestment area
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AGENDA
Lakewood Reinvestment Authority
VIRTUAL MEETING
July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
To watch the LRA Meeting live, please use one of the following links:
☐ By Computer: https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381
☐ City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
☐ Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
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How to Connect to Provide Public Comment:
By Computer: https://lakewood.zoom.us/j/81447002381
By iPad, iPhone, or Android device on the Zoom App, enter webinar ID: 814 4700 2381
By Telephone: 720-707-2699
Webinar ID: 814 4700 2381, #
Participant ID: #
Press *9 to Request to Speak, you will be prompted when to speak.
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The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, age,
national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision
of services. Individuals needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a
City service program, can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice
as far in advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM 4 – PRESENTATIONS
4A OVERVIEW OF MUNICIPAL FUNDING MECHANISMS
4B FINANCIAL PLAN FOR WEST COLFAX AVE CORRIDOR
REINVESTMENT AREA
ITEM 5 – ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council discusses property purchases, easements, and land conveyances
The City Council will review several ordinances and resolutions including a real property purchase for open space and a utility easement. The agenda also includes the conveyance of city-owned property to the Lena Gulch Metropolitan District.
- Purchase of real property at 10160 West 12th Avenue for municipal open space and park purposes
- Permanent utility easement across City Park property at 2911 and 2951 S. Wadsworth Blvd.
- Conveyance of city-owned property at 685 Denver West Colorado Mills Boulevard to Lena Gulch Metropolitan District
- Amendment to Lakewood Municipal Code Chapter 2.52 regarding initiative and referendum procedures
- Approval of 2026 appointment and re-appointment nominations for the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District
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Hybrid - Zoom or Council Chambers at 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
480 S. ALLISON PARKWAY
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
HYBRID MEETING
JULY 13, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
In accordance with City Council Policy 5.1(A), all virtual meeting participants are
advised that technological issues, whether caused by the City’s equipment or the user’s
equipment, shall not be grounds for canceling a public meeting.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – OPENING ITEMS
ITEM A. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ITEM B. – STATEMENT OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
ITEM C. – BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS RECOGNITION
ITEM D. – INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Anyone who would like to address the Council on any matter other than an agenda item
will be given the opportunity. Speakers should limit their comments …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Virtual - Zoom
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Hybrid - Zoom or Council Chambers at 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council study session includes zoning discussion
The City Council will hold a virtual study session on June 15, 2026. The agenda includes a report from the Ad Hoc Charter Committee and a council discussion regarding zoning.
- Report from the Ad Hoc Charter Committee
- Council discussion on zoning
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📄 From the agenda
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AGENDA
STUDY SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIRTUAL MEETING
CITY OF LAKEWOOD, COLORADO
VIRTUAL MEETING
JUNE 15, 2026
7:00 PM
To watch the Council meeting live, please use either one of the following links:
City of Lakewood Website: Lakewood.org/CouncilVideos
Lakewood Speaks: Lakewoodspeaks.org
The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, national origin,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability in the provision of services.
People needing reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in a City service
program can call 303-987-7080 or TDD 303-987-7057. Please give notice as far in
advance as possible so we can accommodate your request.
How to Connect to Provide Public Comment: Online participants may post written
comments of any length to LakewoodSpeaks.org, an online forum for public comments.
ITEM 1 – CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 – ROLL CALL
ITEM 3 – REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL FROM THE AD HOC CHARTER
COMMITTEE
ITEM 4 – COUNCIL DISCUSSION ON ZONING
ITEM 5 – COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEM 6 – ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
480 S. Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Hybrid - Zoom or Council Chambers at 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Virtual - Zoom
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 58 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $11.3B | ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC Department of Energy · AWARD OF CONTRACT TO MANAGE AND OPERATE THE NATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY |
| $62.3M | PACIFIC WESTERN TECHNOLOGIES, LTD. Environmental Protection Agency · PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT/ENGINEER, TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO |
| $28.7M | ADC MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF ANG YRRP SUPPORT SPECIALISTS |
| $18.6M | NEXGEN TECHNOLOGIES INC. Department of the Interior · ITSS II BPA - AFMSS - AUTOMATED FLUID MINERAL SUPPORT SYSTEM APPLICATI |
| $18.5M | ENERGY FUELS HOLDINGS CORP. Department of Energy · PROVIDE URANIUM TO THE NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION |
| $10.7M | NEXGEN TECHNOLOGIES INC. Department of the Interior · ITSS II BPA CALL GBP O&M |
| $10.3M | WEST METRO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT General Services Administration · FIRE SUPPRESSION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AT THE DENVER FEDERAL |
| $9.4M | PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES COMPANY General Services Administration · IGF::OT::IGF:: THIS TASK ORDER IS FOR TEAM 3 CUSTODIAL AND RELATED SER |
| $9.3M | PATHFINDER SYSTEMS INC Department of Defense · 200508!240864!1700!N00421!NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIV!N0042104D00 |
| $8.5M | NEPTUNE AND COMPANY, INCORPORATED Department of Energy · THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC ADMINISTRATIVE S |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Jefferson County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+235 people (+$150.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Flood": 5, "Fire": 5, "Snowstorm": 2, "Biological": 2, "Co · last Thu Aug 1, 2024)
Traffic fatalities21 (8 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments17,999 (210,701 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,140/mo (2,132 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.6% (low numeracy 18% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Recorded votes
$260.2M
Annual budget
$12.6M
Debt outstanding
54
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$260.2M
Spending$222.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$12.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.05×
Debt-load index25 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.