Manitou, Oklahoma

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

City Planning Commission

City Council

Housing Advisory Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Mobility and Parking Board

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

City Planning Commission

City Council

Housing Advisory Board

Mobility and Parking Board

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

City Planning Commission

City Council

Housing Advisory Board

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Mobility and Parking Board

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

City Planning Commission

City Planning Commission

City Council

Housing Advisory Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Mobility and Parking Board

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

City Planning Commission

City Council

Housing Advisory Board

Mobility and Parking Board

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

City Council

City Council

Mobility and Parking Board

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will consider several agenda items, including a contract amendment with JR Engineering for the Ruxton Avenue Improvements Project. The council will also review an updated memorandum of understanding with CRANE, appoint a new member to the City Planning Commission, and approve the audited 2025 financial statements. Additionally, the council will conduct a first reading of the 2026 budget amendment ordinance and hold a public hearing on an ordinance concerning automated vehicle identification systems.

• Approval of Contract Amendment #5 with JR Engineering for the Ruxton Avenue Improvements Project
• Approval of Updated Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Manitou Springs and CRANE
• Consider appointing Sean Warner to the City Planning Commission
• Approval of Audited 2025 Financials
• Second Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance No. 0626 on Automated Vehicle Identification Systems

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will hear a guest presentation on the DOLA ADU Grant Program and will discuss the mixed-use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models previously identified. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Guest presentation: Overview of DOLA's ADU Grant Program
• Discussion of mixed-use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Reports from City Council and staff liaisons

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council meeting on July 14, 2026 includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda. The council may also hold an executive session to confer with the city attorney for legal advice regarding the case Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company v. City of Manitou Springs (Case No. 2025CV30766). No other substantive actions are listed.

• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Approval of Agenda
• Executive session: legal advice on Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company v. City of Manitou Springs (Case No. 2025CV30766)

City Planning Commission

The Manitou Springs City Planning Commission will meet on July 8, 2026 to approve minutes, address unfinished business, hear public comments on non‑agenda items, consider new business, and receive updates. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinance proposals are listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding automated vehicle identification systems. The body is also reviewing professional services contracts and a community budget engagement report.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 0626 concerning Automated Vehicle Identification Systems
• On-Call Professional Services Contract for WSB LLC
• On-Call Professional Services Contract for Stantec
• Reappointment of Alan Delwiche to the Urban Renewal Authority Board
• Executive session regarding Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company v. City of Manitou Springs

Park and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the 2026 budget and identify priorities for the draft 2027 budget. It will also review a schematic design proposal for Overlook Park/Higginbotham Flats and consider resurfacing projects for shuffleboard, pickleball, and tennis courts. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• HCM 30% schematic design proposal review – Overlook Park/Higginbotham Flats
• Shuffleboard court resurfacing
• Pickleball/tennis court resurfacing update and discussion
• Review of the 2026 budget
• Draft 2027 budget priorities

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review three exterior improvement applications and discuss code revisions. The body will also consider appointing a new commissioner and forming a public outreach sub-committee.

• MCAC 2610 - 965 Manitou Ave - Exterior Improvements
• MCAC 2611 - 80 Waltham Avenue - Exterior Alterations
• MCAC 2612 - 2 Grand Avenue - New Construction of Accessory Structure
• Consideration of Jehan-Ara Kahn for Historic Preservation Committee Commissioner
• Sub-Committee Appointments for HPC Public Outreach Efforts

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will conduct routine business including call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda. The council will also hold an executive session to confer with the city attorney for legal advice on the case Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company v. City of Manitou Springs (Case No. 2025CV30766). No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Call to order
• Roll call
• Approval of agenda
• Executive session: conference with city attorney for legal advice on case 2025CV30766

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will hold its regular meeting on June 25, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and a guest discussion with the city communications manager. The board will present a revised rubric for review and approval, discuss its working relationship with CRANE on public‑art applications and proposed murals, and consider transferring yoga mats to Stephany Butts. An update on the MACH website transition development will also be provided.

• Presentation of revised rubric for review and approval (Wren Almitra)
• Discussion of working relationship with CRANE on public‑art applications and proposed murals (Ralph Routon)
• Consider approval of transfer of yoga mats to Stephany Butts, stored at the Manitou Art Center (Ralph Routon)
• Update on MACH website transition development (Kinsey Watts)
• Guest discussion with Alex Riegelmann, City Communications Manager, on communications role and collaboration opportunities

Mobility and Parking Board

The Mobility and Parking Board will receive several presentations, including a review of board goals and updates on the Pike Ride, Mountain Metro, SeeClickFix, Hiawatha Gardens lot, and an accessibility grant. Staff will also provide regular infrastructure and project updates. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• MAP Board Goal Review
• Pike Ride Update
• Mountain Metro Report
• Hiawatha Gardens Lot Update
• Accessibility Grant Update

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will discuss several ongoing projects, including trail maintenance updates and fire mitigation efforts. A key item is a motion to approve funding for an Environmental Impact Assessment for the Bill Bauers Open Space. The committee will also consider a grant from Colorado Parks & Wildlife for non‑motorized trails and other new business items.

• Consider motion to approve funding for Environmental Impact Assessment for Bill Bauers Open Space
• Update on RMFI contract work for Black Canyon trail
• Discussion of bridge and connector trail with Kimley‑Horn and City of Colorado Springs
• Presentation on fire mitigation equipment purchase and hiring of field team
• Discuss Colorado Parks & Wildlife Non‑Motorized Trails Grant

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Paragon Affordable Apartments Project at 123 Manitou Ave. The board will also review mixed-use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models.

• Paragon Affordable Apartments Project - 123 Manitou Ave
• Mixed-Use Zoning Designations and Affordable Housing Finance Models

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will consider a consent calendar item authorizing an agreement with Myers & Sons Construction, LLC for construction manager/general contractor services on the Lovers Lane Creek retaining wall. The council will also discuss appointing Sean Warner to the City Planning Commission and hold an executive session for legal advice on a pending court case. Additional agenda items include several proclamations, a budget engagement overview, and a monthly financial report.

• Authorize contract with Myers & Sons Construction, LLC for Lovers Lane Creek retaining wall replacement
• Consider appointment of Sean Warner to the City Planning Commission
• Executive session for legal advice on Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Co. v. City of Manitou Springs case
• Presentation of June 2026 community budget engagements overview
• Presentation of multiple June proclamations (Juneteenth, Pride Month, Pollinator Month/Week)

The council unanimously approved an amended agenda that removed all items after item G3. It then approved the consent calendar, which includes authorizing an agreement with Myers & Sons Construction, LLC for construction manager/general contractor services for the Lovers Lane Creek retaining wall replacement. Three proclamations were adopted recognizing Juneteenth, Pride Month, and National Pollinator Month/Week. The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 PM.

• Approved agenda amendment removing items after item G3 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar (4-0)
• Authorized agreement with Myers & Sons Construction, LLC for retaining wall replacement (4-0)
• Adopted Proclamation No. 0826 recognizing Juneteenth (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation No. 0926 recognizing Pride Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation No. 0726 recognizing National Pollinator Month and Week (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Planning Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or zoning changes are listed for decision or discussion.

City Council

The council will meet in an executive session with the city attorney to obtain legal advice regarding the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company lawsuit. In the public portion, council members will review findings from a community budget survey, consider restroom amenity requirements for parking facilities, and discuss staffing needs for special events.

• Executive session: legal advice on Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company lawsuit (Case No. 2025CV30766)
• Discussion of community budget survey findings
• Consideration of restroom amenity requirements for parking facilities
• Discussion of staffing for special events

Housing Advisory Board

The Manitou Springs Housing Advisory Board meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026, was canceled. The agenda included a discussion on mixed-use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models.

• Meeting cancelled
• Mixed-Use Zoning Designations and Affordable Housing Finance Models discussion proposed

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a request for exterior alterations at 3 Oklahoma Rd. The body will also discuss Chapter 17 amendments and conduct an election of officers.

• MCAC 2609 - 3 Oklahoma Rd (Exterior Alterations)
• Chapter 17 Amendments
• Election of Officers
• Historic Art Award Review
• MCAC 2610 - 965 Manitou Avenue (Continued to July 1st 2026 Meeting)

City Council

The City Council will discuss appointments to the City Planning Commission and a resolution regarding public art in CDOT right-of-ways. The body is also reviewing contracts for water treatment and stormdrainage improvements.

• Filanc Change Order No 5 for Water Treatment Plant Improvements 2024
• Contract with Concrete Experts for Pawnee ADA & Stormdrainage Improvements
• Joint Funding Agreement with US Geological Survey for Manitou Springs Aquifer analysis
• Resolution No. 1326 regarding public art in CDOT Right-of-Way
• Appointments of Tom Lundgren and Colton Berck to the City Planning Commission

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar. It also unanimously appointed Tom Lundgren and Colton Berck as alternate members of the City Planning Commission. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 1326 supporting public art in CDOT right‑of‑way and authorized the 2026 Art on the Avenue installations.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Appointed Tom Lundgren as Planning Commission alternate (6-0)
• Appointed Colton Berck as Planning Commission alternate (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1326 for public art in CDOT right‑of‑way (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Art on the Avenue artwork plan (6-0)

Park and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review department reports and forestry updates. The board is scheduled to discuss the resurfacing of shuffleboard courts and a letter of support for the Women’s Freedom Museum Project.

• Shuffleboard Court Resurfacing
• Letter of Support for the Women’s Freedom Museum Project / Karin Verlo Rose
• Scheduling of July Budget Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It then approved a letter of support for the Women’s Freedom Museum Project. The meeting was adjourned after the votes were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved draft minutes from 05-04-2026 meeting (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for Women’s Freedom Museum Project (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will discuss a chair's proposal to utilize the CRANE system for public art applicants. Members will also work on revising the rubric used to grade grant applications. Additionally, the board will plan themes for upcoming meetings with city staff.

• Chair Report: proposal to utilize CRANE for public art applicants
• Presentation and group work on revising rubric for grading grant applications
• Discussion of themes for upcoming meetings with Alex Rieglmann and Jeff Fryer

Mobility and Parking Board

The Mobility and Parking Board will approve the April 2026 meeting minutes and hear staff presentations on new parking lot planning code requirements, ADA parking spots, and the finalization of the 2026 Pike Ride contract. It will review infrastructure updates including kiosks, a license‑plate reader, the Hiawatha project, and new HONK signs, and consider a proposed parking re‑zoning aimed at improving reporting and metrics. The board will also discuss 2026 goals such as finalizing an RFP for a bike/pedestrian plan and updating RPP policy.

• Approval of April 2026 Board minutes
• Staff presentation on new parking lot planning code requirements and ADA spots
• Update on finalizing the 2026 Pike Ride contract
• Infrastructure updates: kiosks, license‑plate reader, Hiawatha project, HONK signs
• Proposed parking re‑zoning for improved reporting and metrics

Open Space Advisory Committee

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will hear a presentation on height and density factors. It will review a letter of recommendation and follow‑up with the Planning Commission. The board will discuss mixed‑use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Height and density factors – presentation
• HAB letter of recommendation and Planning Commission follow‑up discussion
• Discussion of mixed‑use zoning designations and affordable housing finance models

The board voted to approve a letter of support to the City Planning Commission and City Council regarding density and height requirements. The motion was made by Board Member Allen, seconded by Markwardt, and passed unanimously (6-0). No other actions were taken.

• Approved letter of support on density and height (6-0 unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a multi-jurisdiction hazard mitigation plan and a land management collaboration for the Ring-The-Peak Trail. The body will also consider professional services agreements for capital projects program management.

• Professional Services Agreements for Capital Projects Program Manager with Nomatix, LLC and Chavaz Consulting Inc, LLC
• Resolution No. 1226: Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution No. 1426: Memorandum of Understanding for land management collaboration near The Ring-The-Peak Trail
• Proclamation No. 0726 recognizing Police, Fire, and Public Services Personnel

Councilor Nassif moved to approve the agenda and Mayor Pro Tem Chandler seconded. The motion carried unanimously with a 6-0 vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the Coffin Races discussion was slated for a future agenda.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the draft minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting. It will hear a presentation on the Pawnee Native Plant Pollinator Garden at 121 Pawnee Open Space and receive updates on parks, wildfire mitigation, trail wayfinding, and a trailhead bike rack. The committee will also consider a proposal to extend a disc golf course at Fields Open Space (0 Beckers Lane).

• Presentation: Pawnee Native Plant Pollinator Garden update (121 Pawnee Open Space)
• Director's comments: wildfire mitigation, Creek Walk Trail/Pathway wayfinding, trailhead bike rack
• Proposal for Disc Golf Course Extension – Fields Open Space (0 Beckers Lane)
• Tool purchase and tool trailer update for trail system maintenance
• Consider funding an Environmental Impact Assessment for Bill Bauers Open Space (wildfire risk)

The Open Space Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the April 27 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It voted 6‑0 to approve extending the disc golf course into Fields Open Space at 0 Beckers Lane. The committee decided to wait for a clarified scope and additional bids before proceeding with the Bill Bauers Open Space environmental assessment. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 27, 2026 minutes with three changes (6-0)
• Approved disc golf course extension into Fields Open Space at 0 Beckers Lane (6-0)
• Deferred decision on Bill Bauers Open Space environmental assessment pending scope clarification and additional bids
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Planning Commission

At its May 13, 2026 meeting, the Manitou Springs City Planning Commission will review a major temporary use permit for an unimproved parking lot at 101 Higginbotham Road and a temporary use request for cog railway sunrise trains at 515 Ruxton Avenue. The commission will also consider a minor development plan for two new single‑family detached dwelling units and two variance requests—one to increase building height to 35 feet and another to reduce the front setback to 10 feet. Public comment on non‑agenda items will be accepted before the meeting adjourns.

• MJT 2602 – Major Temporary Use Permit for an unimproved parking lot at 101 Higginbotham Road
• MJT 2603 – Major Temporary Use Permit for Cog Railway Sunrise Trains at 515 Ruxton Avenue
• MNR 2602 – Minor Development Plan for two single‑family detached dwelling units on two lots
• VAR 2603 – Height variance request for 35 ft where 25 ft is permitted
• VAR 2604 – Front setback variance request for 10 ft where 15 ft is required

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss staffing for the Emma Crawford Coffin Race and updates to the Land Use Development Code. No decisions will be made during this session.

• Public safety staffing needs for the Emma Crawford Coffin Race
• Land Use Development Code updates regarding density and height allowances
• Land Use Development Code updates regarding variances and administrative adjustments
• Amenity requirements for private parking facilities

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from 04.01.26, hear public comments on non‑agenda items, receive notice of council action, address unfinished and new business, and discuss HPC awards. No decisions are listed beyond agenda items.

• Approve HPC minutes dated 04.01.26
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Notice of council action
• Unfinished business
• HPC awards discussion

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. Commissioners reached consensus to support awards for 190 Chelten Road, 106 Deer Path and 310 Michigan Avenue, and to nominate 915 Midland Avenue and 50 Grand Avenue. They agreed postcards for nominations will be mailed by the end of the week and that high‑school art will be used for award certificates by May 20, 2026.

• Approved April 1, 2026 HPC minutes (7-0 vote)
• Supported awards for 190 Chelten Road, 106 Deer Path and 310 Michigan Avenue (consensus)
• Nominated 915 Midland Avenue for an award (consensus)
• Nominated 50 Grand Avenue for an award (consensus)
• Decided nomination postcards will be mailed by end of week (consensus)
• Planned to use high‑school art for certificates by May 20, 2026 (consensus)
• Agreed to post the event on the City’s Facebook page (Commissioner Murphy request)
• Vice Chair Rose volunteered to distribute flyers at local motels (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will consider a fee for unpermitted construction work and hold a public hearing on an ordinance prohibiting such work. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Historic Preservation Month and an executive session regarding a legal case.

• Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting unpermitted construction
• Consideration of a fee for performing unpermitted work
• Proclamation recognizing May as Historic Preservation Month
• Executive session with City attorney regarding railway case
• Approval of April 21, 2026 City Council minutes

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 0526, adding Chapter 12.40 to the municipal code to prohibit unpermitted construction or grading work. It also unanimously approved Resolution No. 1126, establishing a fee for performing unpermitted work. The agenda and consent calendar were approved without dissent. No final action was taken on the Bill Bauers Open Space project; it remained under discussion.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 0526 prohibiting unpermitted construction (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1126 establishing fee for unpermitted work (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar (7-0)

Park and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider old business concerning ownership of the land between the Dillon Mobility Hub and Fountain Creek, including a proposed pedestrian bridge location. New business includes a mini‑grant request for Upadowna and a funding request for trees in Library Park. The board will also receive reports from the Council Liaison, the Open Space Advisory Committee, and updates from the Tree Advisory Committee.

• Mini‑Grant Request – Upadowna
• Funding Request – Trees for Library Park
• Ownership of land between Dillon Mobility Hub and Fountain Creek – Proposed Pedestrian Bridge Location
• Update on Bill Bauers Open Space (Council Liaison report)
• Update for Tree Advisory Committee (Parks and Recreation Department report)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved its agenda and the April 6 minutes unanimously. It approved a $750 mini‑grant for UpaDowna’s family hiking program and a $1,500 purchase of five trees for Library Park, both by 7‑0 votes. The board also voted 7‑0 to recommend that City Council seek ownership of the land strip between the Dillon Mobility Hub and Fountain Creek for a potential pedestrian bridge.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 6 minutes (6-0)
• Approved $750 mini‑grant to UpaDowna (7-0)
• Approved $1,500 tree purchase for Library Park (7-0)
• Recommended City Council pursue ownership of land strip for pedestrian bridge (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, hear updates from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the city director, and consider several trail‑related items. New business includes a discussion on installing bike racks at trailheads. Old business covers trail maintenance funding requests, upcoming Black Canyon Open Space workdays, and direction on the Bill Bauers Open Space project.

• Discuss installation of bike racks at trailheads (new business)
• Request funding for trail tools purchase (old business)
• Request attendance at VOC Trail Design Workshop (old business)
• Plan Black Canyon Open Space workdays on April 4, April 18, and May 9, 2026 (old business)
• Review City Council direction on Bill Bauers Open Space (old business)

The committee approved up to $2,000 for trail‑tool purchases and $100 for a Vice Chair’s workshop attendance, both with 5‑0 votes. It also approved a letter of support for the Bill Bauers Open Space Trail (5‑1). The Parks Maintenance team will install bike racks at two trailheads.

• Approved up to $2,000 for trail‑tool funding (5-0)
• Approved $100 for Vice Chair to attend VOC Trail Design Workshop (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Bill Bauers Open Space Trail (5-1)
• Authorized Parks Maintenance to install bike racks at Intemann Trail Head and Iron Mountain Trail Head
• Moved future meeting to May 18, 2026 (rescheduling)
• Adopted agenda with Walton Property update addition (6-0)
• Approved March 23 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The board will finish reviewing the recent grant process and set a timeline for revising its guidelines and FAQs. They will receive an update on the website changeover from KollaCode and discuss needed fixes and tweaks. A presentation of banner ideas for upcoming MACH events will be shared. The meeting will also consider topics for future meetings.

• Finish review of the recent grant process, set timeline for revising guidelines and FAQs, and discuss strategy for May meeting on revising the rubric (Ralph Routon).
• Update on website changeover, separating from KollaCode, and discuss needs for fixes and tweaks (Kinsey Watts).
• Presentation of ideas for MACH event banners developed by Amy Kerr of the Creative Alliance Board (Ralph Routon).
• Discussion of topics for upcoming meetings; City Communications Manager Alex Riegelmann plans to attend the May 28 meeting.

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March 26, 2026 minutes (both 7‑0 votes). It approved Kinsey Watts as a contractor to manage and maintain the MACH website, with Watts seeking required insurance. The May 28, 2026 meeting was scheduled as a hybrid session and the board set a goal to finish revisions to grant guidelines and FAQs by the end of June.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Kinsey Watts as contractor for MACH website management
• Scheduled May 28, 2026 meeting as hybrid (in‑person and Zoom)
• Set goal to complete grant guideline and FAQ revisions by end of June

Mobility and Parking Board

The Mobility and Parking Board will review goals and receive staff updates on transit and infrastructure. The board is scheduled to discuss the expansion of downtown residential parking permits and the Center Lane Smart Zone.

• Downtown RPP Expansion discussion
• Center Lane Smart Zone
• Paid parking for Pool/Fitness Center
• Reservation system for 7 stalls in Dillon Parking Lot
• 9 parking spots on Canon Avenue

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will consider a 3% cost-of-living raise for full-time employees, approve paving contracts worth over $500,000, and hold a public hearing for a new liquor license. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding a legal case with the railway company.

• Contract Amendment with JR Engineering for Ruxton Ave Project ($76,000)
• Resolution transferring budgeted funds for 3% employee cost-of-living increase
• First Reading of ordinance prohibiting unpermitted construction or grading
• Approval of paving contract with Trax Construction ($512,600)
• Public hearing for new liquor license at 819 Manitou Avenue

The council approved a $512,600 contract with Trax Construction for paving and concrete maintenance projects. It also adopted a resolution to fund a 3% cost‑of‑living increase for full‑time employees, and passed an ordinance adding Chapter 12.40 to prohibit unpermitted construction or grading. Additionally, the council appointed Anjuli Kapoor as an alternate member of the Housing Advisory Board.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar, including $76,000 JR Engineering amendment (6-0)
• Appointed Anjuli Kapoor to Housing Advisory Board as Alternate (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1026 for 3% COLA for full‑time employees (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 0526 adding Chapter 12.40 to municipal code (6-0)
• Approved contract with Trax Construction for paving and concrete maintenance $512,600 (6-0)

Housing Advisory Board

The scheduled regular meeting of the Housing Advisory Board for April 15, 2026, was canceled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a fee schedule review, the Ring the Peak project, and additional bus stops along Route 33. No decisions will be made during this session.

• Fee Schedule Review and Council Direction
• Ring the Peak discussion
• Discussion regarding additional bus stops along Route 33

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will hold a work session to discuss fire mitigation updates and budget matters. No decisions are scheduled to be made at this meeting.

• Fire Mitigation Update discussion
• Budget Discussion
• Council Correspondence to receive
• City Administrator Report

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will hold two public hearings regarding revisions to the Land Use and Development Code (LUDC). The discussions will focus on administrative adjustments, variances, density, and height allowances.

• Public Hearing on LUDC Revisions - Variances and Administrative Adjustments
• Public Hearing on LUDC Revisions - Density and Height Allowances

City Council

Park and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates to its standard operating procedures and a new draft mission statement. The meeting includes an introduction from Mobility & Parking Director Felipe Lopez and a forestry update.

• Introduction of Mobility & Parking Director Felipe Lopez
• Mini-grant request for MSSD14 5K Run
• Review of SOP Draft Update
• Review of Draft New Mission Statement
• Announcement of one regular and three alternate member openings

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review requests for exterior alterations at two specific addresses. The body will also discuss planning for an Architectural Treasures Hunt and the HPC Awards ceremony.

• MCAC 2607 – 306 Canon Avenue (Exterior Alterations)
• MCAC 2608 - 9 Arcade (Exterior Alterations)
• Architectural Treasures Hunt
• HPC Awards List and Ceremony Planning

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will review the recent grant process to develop future guidelines and rubrics. The board will also consider approving hourly contract work for Kinsey Watts regarding a website changeover from KollaCode.

• Review of recent grant process and development of priority guidelines
• Proposed hourly contract for Kinsey Watts for website changeover from KollaCode
• Proposal to spend $100-$125 from operations budget for a multi-colored banner
• Confirmation of officers: Peter Sommers to Vice Chair and Kinsey Watts to Secretary

Mobility and Parking Board

The Mobility and Parking Board will consider expanding the Residential Parking Permit (RPP) zone on Manitou Avenue to include Ute Trail and Minnehaha Avenue. The board will also receive staff updates on parking kiosks and infrastructure projects.

• Vote on Manitou Avenue RPP Zone expansion to Ute Trail and Minnehaha Avenue
• Infrastructure updates for Upper Ruxton/Winter Street Mixed Use Parking
• Discussion on Fields Park overnight parking, oversized vehicles, and 2-hour limits
• Updates on new parking kiosks and the overall RPP program
• Reports on Pike Ride and Mountain Metro

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will meet to discuss a letter of support for the City Planning Commission and City Council regarding density and height. The board will also share a news article regarding the end of parking mandates for new developments in Boulder.

• Discussion of City Planning Commission and City Council Letter of Support regarding Density and Height

Housing Advisory Board

Open Space Advisory Committee

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will meet to review a recap of the Pikes Peak Housing Network "State of Housing" and a housing data overview. The board will also discuss an affordable housing letter of support to City Council.

• Pikes Peak Housing Network "State of Housing" recap
• Affordable Housing Letter of Support to City Council
• Housing Data Overview
• Introduction of new member Ruthie Markwardt

City Council

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review a temporary use permit for e-bike rentals and two variance requests. The body will also discuss updates to the Land Use Development Code regarding density and height.

• MJT 2601: Major Temporary Use Permit for E-Bike Rentals at 306 Manitou Avenue
• VAR 2601 and VAR 2602: Variances for 210 Iron Road
• LUDC Updates regarding Density and Height

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several presentations and reports. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Soda Springs Park Phase III Design Plan presentation
• Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board 2026 Grant Recommendations
• CRANE Annual Report, MOU update, and public art requests
• Bill Bauers Open Space Community Survey results presentation

Park and Recreation Board

Historic Preservation Commission

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will discuss strategies for grant rejections and cuts. The board is reviewing whether to revise a $130,000 goal for grants and determining how to divide Tier 1 funds. Final recommendations are intended for presentation to the Council on March 10.

• Discussion on revising $130,000 grant goal
• Division of Tier 1 funds
• Approval of final recommendations for Council presentation

City Council

Park and Recreation Board

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a strategic retreat. The agenda states that no decisions will be made at this meeting.

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will meet to discuss the status of the Upstairs at the STACC project and finalize recommendations for Tier 1 funds to be presented to the City Council.

• Review status of Upstairs at the STACC
• Discuss recommendations for Tier 1 funds
• Plan presentation to City Council on March 10
• Consider special meeting on March 12
• Meetings will be held remotely via Zoom

Mobility and Parking Board

The Mobility and Parking Board will hold a vote regarding Residential Parking Permit (RPP) changes. The board will also conduct elections and receive staff updates on parking kiosks and an Accelerator Grant.

• Voting item on RPP (Residential Parking Permit) changes
• MAP Board Elections
• Presentation on new parking kiosks
• Update on Accelerator Grant and Bike/Ped Plan RFP
• Hiawatha Gardens update

Open Space Advisory Committee

The committee will review survey results for Bill Bauers Open Space and discuss fire mitigation plans following a City Council work session. Members will also consider a 2026 maintenance contract with RMFI and plan volunteer workdays for the Pikes Peak Trail.

• Discussion of 2026 trail maintenance contract with RMFI
• Review of Bill Bauers Open Space survey results
• Review of fire mitigation plans from Feb. 10 Council work session
• Funding request for VOC Trail Workday at Black Canyon Open Space
• Election of 2026 officers and approval of Standard Operating Procedures

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will meet to discuss a joint working session with the CPC and URA. The board will also review its work plan and prioritize future agenda items.

• CPC, HAB, URA Working Session Discussion
• Discussion of Future Agenda Items and Work Plan Prioritization

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss municipal code amendments and infrastructure projects. The body is considering the adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code and a new subsection regarding municipal penalties. Other items include a mural proposal and a property purchase or sale in executive session.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 0426 to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code
• First reading of Ordinance No. 0326 regarding municipal penalties
• Contract amendment with RockSol Consulting Group for Lover’s Lane Retaining Wall Reconstruction
• Approval of Blinkay USA LLC quote for new parking kiosks
• Pool and Fitness Center Mural Proposal presented by CRANE

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will discuss the process for Tier 2 Decisions and review grant applications. The board will consider rejecting some applications while prioritizing those with the highest ratings.

• Consideration of grant application rejections
• Review of regular grants with the highest board member ratings
• Status report on grant withdrawals or questions
• Discussion on target process for Tier 2 Decisions
• Update on the Pikes Peak Bulletin 2025 completion report

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will consider a short-term rental application and a minor development plan. The meeting also includes a joint work session with the Housing Advisory Board and Urban Renewal Authority.

• STR 2601: Short Term Rental at 219 Crystal Hills Blvd
• MNR 2601: Minor Development Plan at 607 Ruxton Ave
• Joint Work Session with Housing Advisory Board and Urban Renewal Authority

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss emergency siren expansion and fire code updates. No decisions will be made during this session.

• Emergency Siren Expansion and Wildfire Mitigation Assessment Proposal
• Proposed Ordinance for Adopting the 2021 International Fire Code and Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code

Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding fire department cost recovery for vehicle accidents and city right-of-way encroachments. The body will also consider an updated universal fee schedule and provide direction on the community engagement budget.

• Ordinance No. 0126: Cost recovery for fire department services during motor vehicle accidents
• Ordinance No. 0226: Modification of review and approval for city right-of-way encroachments
• Resolution No. 0726: Adoption of an updated Universal Fee Schedule
• Tavern liquor license renewal for Border Burger Bar at 934 Manitou Avenue
• Executive session regarding Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway Company v. City of Manitou Springs

Park and Recreation Board

The Park and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to elect officers for 2026 and review draft Standard Operating Procedures. The board will also discuss a list of community values regarding land management and recreation, and identify goals for Flats Overlook Park and Soda Springs Park.

• Elect new officers for 2026
• Review draft Standard Operating Procedures
• Discuss park values and management practices
• Identify goals for Flats Overlook Park
• Explore funding for Soda Springs Park Phase 3

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will meet remotely to review grant eligibility questions and conduct a first pass at Tier 2 mini-grants. The Chair proposes postponing the next meeting to February 14 or 19.

• Review unresolved grant eligibility questions
• First pass at Tier 2 mini-grants
• Proposed postponement of Feb. 7 meeting to Feb. 14, 19, or 26
• Approval of January 22, 2026 minutes
• Remote meeting via Zoom

Open Space Advisory Committee

The Open Space Advisory Committee will meet to discuss potential land acquisitions in executive session. The body will also review funding for a Black Canyon Open Space workday and vote on board positions.

• Executive session to discuss potential open space acquisitions
• Discussion of additional funding for Black Canyon Open Space VOC Workday
• Vote on OSAC Board Positions
• Review of alternate member application by Anthony Lane
• Update on fire mitigation budget authorization

Housing Advisory Board

Mobility and Parking Board

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider Resolution No. 0626. This resolution proposes a parking benefit program for downtown residents and business employees, contingent upon the dissolution of the Metropolitan District.

• Resolution No. 0626: Creating a parking benefit program for downtown residents and business employees

Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board

Housing Advisory Board

The Housing Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates from the Planning Department regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The board will also plan a joint meeting with the CPC and elect officers.

• Planning Department ADU updates
• Discussion of CPC and HAB joint meeting on February 11, 2026
• Election of officers
• Standard Operating Procedure review
• Agenda structure review proposal

City Council

The Manitou Springs City Council will approve financial reports, consider appointing members to the Urban Renewal Authority, and hold a public hearing on fire department cost recovery. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding a railway lawsuit and a district dissolution.

• Approval of Audited 2024 Financials
• First Reading of Ordinance 0226: Modify encroachment review process
• First Reading of Ordinance 0126: Implement cost recovery for fire services
• Public Engagement for 2026/2027 Budget and Approval of a COLA
• Executive Session: Legal advice on railway lawsuit and district dissolution

City Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss two proposed ordinances. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Proposed ordinance for cost recovery for Manitou Springs Fire Department emergency and non-emergency services
• Proposed ordinance regarding existing inadvertent encroachments on City property or right of way

Park and Recreation Board

The Park and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review the design and development package for Soda Springs Park Phase III and discuss next steps. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Review of Soda Springs Park Phase III design package
• Discussion of next steps for Soda Springs Park
• Remote meeting via Zoom
• Board member introductions and roll call

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a request for exterior alterations at 1143 Manitou Avenue. The body will also elect officers, set 2026 meeting dates, and consider the adoption of Standard Operating Procedures.

• Exterior alterations request for 1143 Manitou Avenue (MCAC 2601)
• Election of officers
• Establishment of 2026 meeting dates
• Adoption of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Discussion of Resource Manual

City Council

Park and Recreation Board