Lakewood public meetings in 2024
40 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a virtual study session to receive updates on transportation safety and business demographics. The meeting focuses on reporting and updates rather than legislative votes.
- Transportation updates regarding Vision Zero and Safe Streets for All
- End of year report on women and minority-owned businesses in Lakewood
City Council Study Session
The City Council is holding a virtual study session to receive updates on extreme weather sheltering and community sustainability. The meeting also includes committee reports.
- Extreme weather sheltering update
- Community sustainability update
- Committee reports
City Council
The Lakewood City Council will vote on a rezoning request for the property at 8600 W. Dakota Ave and will adopt multiple ordinances that amend the municipal code. Items include changes to permit and license provisions, updates to campaign finance rules, and a repeal and replacement of a park and open space dedication ordinance. A resolution will also call a special municipal election on a citizen‑initiated park and open space ordinance.
- Ordinance O-2024-30 – amends Titles 12 and 14 of the municipal code on permits, revocable license agreements, and public improvements
- Ordinance O-2024-31 – updates Chapter 2.54 code changes from the Campaign Finance Ad Hoc Committee
- Ordinance O-2024-32 – rezones land located at 8600 W. Dakota Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226
- Ordinance O-2024-28 – repeals and replaces Chapter 14.16 with a citizen‑initiated park and open space dedication ordinance
- Resolution 2024-59 – calls a special municipal election to vote on a citizen‑initiated park and open space dedication ordinance
City Council
The Lakewood City Council will consider two ordinances on first reading. Resolution 2024-58 would authorize the city manager to enter an amended intergovernmental agreement with the Mile High Flood District and the City and County of Denver for a major drainageway plan and a flood‑hazard area delineation report for South Lakewood Gulch. Ordinance 2024-29 would declare the city’s intent to acquire interest in property for drainageway stabilization downstream of Welch Street, and would authorize negotiations, acceptance of conveyance instruments, and possible condemnation, subject to further council approval. The meeting also includes public comment on the consent agenda and general public comment.
- Resolution 2024-58 – authorizes an amended intergovernmental agreement with Mile High Flood District and City & County of Denver for a major drainageway plan and flood‑hazard area delineation report for South Lakewood Gulch
- Ordinance 2024-29 – declares intent to acquire property interest for drainageway stabilization in Lakewood Gulch downstream of Welch Street, authorizing negotiations and possible condemnation
- Item 9 – public comment on the consent agenda
- Item 10 – general public comment (up to three minutes per speaker)
- Item 11A – city council request (general business)
City Council
The Lakewood City Council will adopt a revised budget for 2024 and adopt the annual budget for fiscal year 2025, including setting the 2025 mill levy. Council members will hear public input on the proposed 2025 budget and the revised 2024 budget. A final sufficiency report on a citizen initiative for park and open space dedication will be presented. The council will also consider repealing and replacing Municipal Code Chapter 14.16 with a citizen‑initiated ordinance on park and open space dedication.
- Ordinance O-2024-27 – adoption of revised 2024 budget, adoption of 2025 budget, and setting the 2025 mill levy
- Public input on the proposed 2025 budget and revised 2024 budget (Item 6)
- Ordinance O-2024-28 – repeal and replace Municipal Code Chapter 14.16 with citizen‑initiated park and open space dedication ordinance
- Final sufficiency report for citizen initiative relating to park and open space dedication (Item 7)
- Special meeting request (Item 9)
General
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority will consider Resolution LRA 2024-3, which authorizes a revised budget for 2024 and adopts the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, estimating revenue from a tax increment and setting appropriations for each fund. The meeting also includes public input on the proposed 2025 budget and the revised 2024 budget. Standard agenda items cover call to order, roll call, and approval of the previous meeting minutes.
- Resolution LRA 2024-3 authorizing a revised 2024 budget and adopting the 2025 budget
- Public input on the proposed 2025 budget and revised 2024 budget
- Approval of the Lakewood Reinvestment Authority meeting minutes
City Council
The Lakewood City Council will discuss several resolutions and an ordinance, including a property acquisition for pedestrian improvements at West Jewell Avenue and Hoyt Street. They will also consider appointing advisory commission members, an agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation, and support for a trail grant in Bear Creek Lake Park. Additional items include a noise pollution research report and a comprehensive plan presentation.
- Ordinance O-2024-26 – intent to acquire interest in property for pedestrian improvements at the northeast corner of West Jewell Avenue and Hoyt Street, authorizing negotiations and possible condemnation
- Resolution 2024-55 – appointing members to the Lakewood Advisory Commission
- Resolution 2024-56 – approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation for use of solid de‑icer materials and a facility at 12400 US 285 in Morrison
- Resolution 2024-57 – supporting a grant application to Jefferson County Open Space for trail improvements in Bear Creek Lake Park and authorizing execution if approved
- Noise Pollution Research report from the Lakewood Advisory Commission
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for an ordinance to adopt the revised 2024 budget and the 2025 annual budget. The meeting includes a discussion on setting the 2025 mill levy and estimating necessary tax revenue. Council will also consider a resolution regarding Ballot Issue 2A.
- Ordinance O-2024-27: Revised 2024 budget and 2025 annual budget
- Setting the mill levy for the year 2025
- Resolution 2024-54: Urging a vote in favor of Ballot Issue 2A for a revenue change
City Council
The City Council is holding a virtual study session. The primary focus of the meeting is the revised 2024 and proposed 2025 city budget.
- Revised 2024 and proposed 2025 city budget
General
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority will hold a virtual study session to review the proposed 2025 budget and the revised 2024 budget.
- Presentation of 2025 LRA proposed budget
- Presentation of revised 2024 LRA budget
City Council
The Lakewood City Council will meet in person on September 9, 2024. After standard procedural items, the council will consider a motion to enter an executive session to receive reports and develop strategy on ongoing negotiations. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Motion to enter executive session to receive negotiation reports and develop strategy
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several intergovernmental agreements regarding drainage, water quality, and housing funds. The body will also consider ordinances related to transitional housing shelters and the adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
- Resolution 2024-40: Amending certain alcohol beverage fees
- Ordinance O-2024-22: Allowing sleeping units in approved transitional housing programs to be exempt from some International Building Code requirements
- Ordinance O-2024-20: Adopting the 2023 National Electrical Code
- Resolution 2024-43: Drainage and flood control improvements in Dry Gulch from Vance Street to Teller Street and sidewalks on W 10th Avenue
- Resolution 2024-45: Authorizing the purchase of real property for park purposes
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to review the Jefferson County Affordable Housing Blueprint. The body will also discuss proposed Chapter 2.54 code changes from the Campaign Finance Ad Hoc Committee.
- Jefferson County Affordable Housing Blueprint
- Chapter 2.54 code changes regarding campaign finance
City Council
The City Council will discuss submitting a revenue change ballot issue to voters for the November 5, 2024, election. The body is also reviewing updates to the electrical code and council procedural rules.
- Resolution 2024-38: Proposed ballot issue for a voter-approved revenue change
- Resolution 2024-37: Assignment of 2024 Private Activity Bond Volume Cap Allocation to Metro West Housing Solutions
- Ordinance O-2024-20: Adoption of the 2023 National Electrical Code
- Ordinance O-2024-19: Adoption of Bob's Rules of Procedure for City Council
- Resolution 2024-39: Participation in the November 5, 2024, coordinated election
City Council Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session including a City Manager update. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the 2nd Floor Cabinet Room.
- City Manager Update to Council
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions to amend employee, police, and deferred compensation plans. The agenda also includes a one-year lookback at short-term rental licensing.
- Resolution 2024-32: Lakewood Employee Money Purchase Pension Plan Amendment
- Resolution 2024-33: Lakewood Police Money Purchase Pension Plan Amendment
- Resolution 2024-34: Lakewood Deferred Compensation Plan Amendment
- One-year lookback at short-term rental licensing
City Council
The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including ordinances on first and second readings. The agenda includes a proclamation, a consent agenda, and reports from the Mayor and Council members.
- Ordinances on first reading
- Ordinances on second reading and public hearings
- City Council request
- Executive report
- Mayor and City Council reports
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding municipal property purchases and budget adjustments. Discussion includes a supplemental appropriation for solar panels at the Whitlock Recreation Center and new residential parking pilot programs.
- Resolution 2024-31: Salary performance increase for City Attorney Alison McKenney Brown
- Ordinance O-2024-13: Setting salaries of Municipal Court Judges
- Ordinance O-2024-14: $1,230,300 supplemental appropriation for solar panels at Whitlock Recreation Center
- Ordinance O-2024-15: Purchase of real property at 1211-1215 Quail St., 1303 Oak St., and 10811 W. Collins Ave.
- Ordinance O-2024-16: Acquisition of property at 7898 and 8000 W. Colfax Ave. for a navigation center
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding real property purchases, a solar panel project, and parking regulations. The meeting includes discussions on residential parking pilot programs and accessory dwelling unit standards.
- Supplemental appropriation of $1,230,300 for solar panels at Whitlock Recreation Center
- Purchase of real property at 1211-1215 Quail St., 1303 Oak St., and 10811 W. Collins Ave. for Public Works
- Acquisition of property at 7898 and 8000 W. Colfax Ave. for a navigation center
- Establishment of a pilot program for restricted residential parking areas
- Proposed acquisition of property for a shared use path between South Reed Court and South Pierce Street
City Council
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority is considering resolutions to approve a public improvement loan agreement with 10785 W Colfax Owner, LP. This funding would support the expedited demolition of vacant buildings within the West Colfax Avenue Corridor Urban Renewal Project Area.
- Resolution LRA-2024-1: Public improvement loan agreement for building demolition
- Resolution LRA 2024-2: Additional appropriation to the 2024 LRA budget
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 4, 2024 and October 23, 2024
City Council Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session featuring updates from various city boards and commissions. The meeting includes presentations regarding the budget, audit, and housing policy.
- Budget and Audit Board update presentation
- Housing Policy Commission update presentation
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Metro Districts.
- Metro Districts
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting including an executive session. This session is for discussing personnel matters related to the City Attorney's annual review.
- Annual review of the City Attorney
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances including a property acquisition for traffic improvements at West 8th Avenue and Simms Street. The agenda also includes a proposed one-year moratorium on business and occupation tax rate adjustments.
- Ordinance O-2024-9: Property acquisition for traffic signals and pedestrian improvements at West 8th Avenue and Simms Street
- Ordinance O-2024-10: Conveyance of two utility easements to Public Service Company of Colorado near the Civic Center
- Ordinance O-2024-6: Endorsement of projects and funding for the 2024 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program
- Ordinance O-2024-7: One-year moratorium on the annual adjustment of the City Business and Occupation Tax rate
- Ordinance O-2024-8: Repeal and reenactment of city sales and use tax license administration rules
General
This agenda outlines the structure for a hybrid City Council meeting. The session includes presentations, action items, resolutions, and multiple ordinance readings.
- Presentations
- Action Items
- Resolutions
- Ordinances on first reading
- Ordinances on second reading/public hearings
City Council Study Session
The Lakewood City Council will hold a study session featuring several presentations. The agenda includes an update on cold weather shelters and proposed changes regarding parkland dedication and improvement fees.
- Cold weather shelter update presentation
- Proposed modifications regarding parkland dedication and improvement fees in lieu
- Committee reports
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to perform the annual review of the City Manager. This process includes a motion to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Annual review of the City Manager
- Executive session for personnel matters
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding business tax rates and sales tax license fees. They will also discuss forming a committee for the city's Comprehensive Master Plan Update. Additionally, the council will review a resolution regarding Head Start grant funds.
- Increasing sales and use tax license fee from $15 to $20
- One-year moratorium on adjusting the Business and Occupation tax rate
- Establishing an ad hoc committee for the Comprehensive Master Plan Update
- Notifying Head Start that the city will not apply for grant funds starting July 1, 2025
- Endorsing projects in the 2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss school safety and traffic speed reduction recommendations. The meeting also includes committee reports.
- Current school safety discussion
- Traffic speed reduction recommendations from Public Works and Police
- Committee reports
City Council
The Lakewood City Council is holding a special meeting. The primary business involves a motion for an executive session to conduct the annual review of the City Manager.
- Annual review of the City Manager
City Council
The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including proclamations and staff presentations. The agenda includes several resolutions for board and commission appointments.
- Resolution 2024-15: Appointing members to the Lakewood Advisory Commission
- Resolution 2024-16: Appointing a member to the Lakewood Board of Appeals
- Resolution 2024-17: Reappointing members to the Lakewood Historic Preservation Commission
- Resolution 2024-18: Appointing a member to the Lakewood Planning Commission - Ward 1
- Resolution 2024-19: Policies and Procedures Ad Hoc Committee
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a study session to discuss a zoning text amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting also includes discussions on housing affordability recommendations and committee reports.
- Zoning text amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- Housing affordability recommendations
- Committee reports
City Council
The Lakewood Reinvestment Authority will review the basics of urban renewal and the process for forming new project areas. Executive Director Robert Smith will provide an update on several current projects within existing Urban Renewal Project Areas.
- Overview of forming New Urban Renewal Project Areas
- Executive report on active Urban Renewal Project Areas
City Council
The City Council meeting includes discussions regarding the Separated Bike Lane Program in Lakewood and Metro Districts. The agenda contains no specific dollar amounts or project addresses.
- Separated Bike Lane Program in Lakewood
- Metro Districts
City Council
The City Council will consider design standards and a framework plan amendment for the 40West Artline. The meeting also includes an endorsement of the 2024-2025 Head Start grant application.
- Endorsing the 2024-2025 Head Start grant application
- Resolution 2024-9: Adopting design standards for the 40West Artline
- Resolution 2024-10: Approving the 40West Artline Framework Plan amendment
- Resolution 2024-11: Appointing a member to the Budget and Audit Board
- Ordinance O-2024-5: Amending municipal code regarding inspectors and health/safety requirements
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Study Session
The City Council will hold a study session regarding the Lakewood cold weather shelter. The agenda includes a presentation and an opportunity for public input.
- Presentation: Lakewood cold weather shelter update
City Council
The City Council will conduct an induction ceremony for a new Ward 5 member and review several ordinances. Discussion includes a supplemental appropriation for a navigation center and updates on the comprehensive plan process.
- Resolution 2024-8: Lakewood Strategic Housing Plan
- Ordinance O-2024-5: Amendments regarding inspectors and health/safety requirements
- Ordinance O-2024-3: Appointment of Kristin N. Brown as liquor licensing hearing officer
- Ordinance O-2024-4: $9,329,623 and $144,000 supplemental appropriation for a navigation center
- Legislative modification discussion regarding City Mill Levy
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the 40 West Artline Framework Plan and design standards. The meeting also includes a discussion on a parking study and its recommendations.
- 40 West Artline Framework Plan and Design Standards & Guidelines presentation
- Parking study and recommendations
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions to establish water, sewer, and vacant property registration fees. The council will also hold first readings for ordinances regarding liquor licensing and a supplemental budget appropriation for a navigation center. Public hearings are scheduled for amendments to domestic violence prosecution codes.
- Supplemental appropriation of $9,329,623 and $144,000 for a navigation center to serve the unhoused
- Resolution 2024-4 establishing water fees for Lakewood Water Utility customers
- Resolution 2024-5 establishing sewer fees for Lakewood Sewer Utility customers
- Ordinance O-2024-3 appointing a liquor licensing authority hearing officer
- Amendments to municipal code regarding domestic violence prosecution
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions and ordinances. The agenda includes board appointments, updates to the municipal code regarding domestic violence prosecution, and the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.
- Resolution 2024-1: Approving City Council appointments to various boards and committees
- Resolution 2024-2: Designating the public place for posting notices of public meetings during 2024
- Ordinances O-2024-1 and O-2024-2: Amending Title IX of the Lakewood Municipal Code regarding domestic violence prosecution
- Resolution 2024-3: Appointing the Mayor Pro Tem of the City Council
- Presentation: End of year report from Lakewood Advisory Commission (LAC)