Morrison public meetings in 2024

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution 2024-20 to amend the 2024 budget. The amendment increases General Fund expenditures by $750,000 for law enforcement winddown and radar traffic enforcement, and Utility Fund expenditures by $100,000 for water meter replacements, chemicals, and electric utilities. The meeting also includes departmental reports and approval of consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2024-20 amending the 2024 budget with $750,000 increase in General Fund for police winddown and radar traffic control, and $100,000 increase in Utility Fund for water meter replacements and utility costs.
• Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes from December 3 and December 12, 2024, payroll, and vouchers.
• Departmental reports from Museum, Parking, Streets and Grounds, Town Manager, and Town Attorney.

The Morrison Board of Trustees approved Resolution 2024-20, amending the fiscal year 2024 budget and making appropriations, by a 6-0 vote with one abstention. Public comment was heard on police disbandment, water use, and parking, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 2024-20 (2024 budget amendment) (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda for December 17, 2024 (unanimous)

Public Notices

The Town of Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to receive comments on an amendment to the 2024 budget. The hearing is on December 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall. Written objections may be submitted prior to adoption.

• Public hearing on 2024 Amended Budget

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will consider approving an amended intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services, replacing the 2021 agreement. The new IGA sets a monthly payment of $39,188 and outlines 24/7 patrol, traffic enforcement, and criminal investigation services.

• Vote on Amended and Restated IGA for Law Enforcement Services with Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
• Monthly payment of $39,188 to JCSO for police services
• Agreement replaces 2021 IGA and covers 24/7 patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations
• Town retains responsibility for special event traffic control (e.g., Red Rocks Amphitheater) and dispatch/animal control payments
• 30-day termination clause for either party, with prorated payment upon termination

The Morrison Board of Trustees unanimously approved an amended and restated intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement services with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. The decision was made during a special meeting on December 12, 2024, with all present trustees voting in favor.

• Approved Amended and Restated IGA for law enforcement services with Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (unanimous)

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on an Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement for Law Enforcement Services. No other business is listed.

• Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement for Law Enforcement Services

Planning Commission

This is a regular Planning Commission meeting with a procedural agenda. No rezonings, ordinances, or public hearings are listed. The meeting includes call to order, roll call, public comment, and staff reports.

• No specific business items listed for discussion or vote

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Board will hold an executive session to discuss Holcim planning strategy, then consider adopting the 2025 budget (General Fund $4.6M revenues, $4.05M expenditures) and related resolutions. An organizational meeting will swear in newly elected trustees and appoint a municipal judge, town manager, and town attorney. Public hearings are scheduled for the budget and a proclamation.

• Executive session on Holcim Planning for legal advice and negotiation strategy
• Adoption of 2025 budget (Resolution 2024-16): General Fund revenues $4,607,092, expenditures $4,046,025; Utility Fund revenues $2,130,500, expenditures $2,486,886
• Adoption of Capital Improvement Project (Resolution 2024-17) and mill levy at 6.746 (Resolution 2024-18)
• RED Hotel Site Development Plan – informational only
• Organizational meeting: oaths for trustees Bernhardt and Nash, election of mayor pro tem, appointments of municipal judge, town manager, and town attorney

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the proposed 2025 budget. The hearing is set for December 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall. The budget is available online; written objections may be filed prior to adoption.

• Public hearing on the 2025 budget

Hogback Newsletter

This newsletter from the Town of Morrison welcomes newly elected trustees John Leonard, Krista Nash, and Angela Bernhardt, who were sworn in at the December 3rd board meeting. It also includes flood safety information, museum event recaps, and the December meeting schedule. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed beyond the swearing-in.

• John Leonard, Krista Nash, and Angela Bernhardt sworn in as new trustees
• Night at the Museums event saw record attendance
• Flood safety tips and floodplain information provided for Morrison residents
• December board meetings scheduled for 3rd and 17th at 6:00 PM

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board holds a special meeting to discuss the 2025 Draft Budget and consider an encroachment agreement for 150 Spring Street. The budget projects $4,248,760 in General Fund revenues and $4,039,630 in expenditures, with $813,500 in capital projects including the South Walkway/Highway 8, computer upgrades, and the East Planning Area Master Plan. The board will also receive departmental reports from police, planning, and other departments, and approve consent items including minutes, payroll, and vouchers.

• Presentation and public hearing on the 2025 Draft Budget ($4.25M General Fund revenue, $813,500 capital projects)
• Encroachment agreement for 150 Spring Street
• Departmental reports: Planning Commission minutes, project tracker, Police Department update
• Consent agenda: November 6, 2024 meeting minutes, payroll, vouchers
• Future items for consideration

Planning Commission

The Morrison Planning Commission is meeting for a largely procedural session. The main agenda item is a training presentation by CIRSA on liability risks and best practices for quasi-judicial decision-making. No zoning changes, contracts, or other substantive matters are scheduled for discussion or vote.

• CIRSA training presentation on quasi-judicial conduct and risk prevention
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Staff reports from Town Board, Town Planner, Town Clerk, and Town Manager

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board is meeting to review the 2025 draft budget and an encroachment agreement. The proposed budget includes projected General Fund revenues of $4,917,251 and Utility Fund expenditures of $3,501,283.

• 2025 Draft Budget presentation
• Encroachment Agreement discussion
• General Fund capital projects budgeted at $480,000
• Utility Fund capital projects budgeted at $2,140,000
• Proposed 2025 General Fund expenditures of $3,999,438

Public Notices

This is a procedural notice that the Town of Morrison Board of Trustees regular meeting originally scheduled for November 5, 2024, has been rescheduled to November 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM because of the 2024 Regular Municipal Election. No substantive business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from Nov 5 to Nov 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM
• Reason for rescheduling: 2024 Regular Municipal Election

Public Notices

This is a notice for a Candidates Night event, not a regular business meeting. No formal actions or decisions will be taken. The event is held for the 2024 Regular Municipal Election.

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will discuss the third submittal of the draft 2025 budget, including updates to health insurance premiums and police department revenue. The board will also consider a service agreement with Istonish and an audit engagement letter.

• 2025 Draft Budget presentation
• Resolution 2024-15: Service Agreement with Istonish
• Hinkle & Company Audit Engagement Letter
• Proposed FY25 Police Department revenue of $268,000 for Traffic Control Fees
• Proposed $6,000 line item for SafeBuilt code enforcement services

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board is meeting to discuss an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Mount Carbon Metropolitan District. The proposal involves re-appropriating 39 irrigation water taps to residential domestic use for the Red Rocks Ranch project.

• Proposed re-appropriation of 39 irrigation EQRs to residential domestic meters
• District agreement to provide fiber internet service to the New WTP (not to exceed $50,000)
• District agreement to cover New WTP operational costs not specifically listed (not to exceed $100,000)
• Requirement for District to dedicate the New WTP to the Town once fully operational
• Establishment of a $2,500 fine per violation for unauthorized water use

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on an intergovernmental agreement with Mt. Carbon regarding tap re-appropriation. The meeting was requested by the Town Manager per the town charter.

• Mt. Carbon Intergovernmental Agreement (tap re-appropriation)

Planning Commission

The Morrison Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, but the agenda contains only procedural items (roll call, public comment, minutes, staff reports). No specific rezonings, ordinances, or other actionable business are scheduled for discussion or vote.

• No rezonings, ordinances, or dollar-amount contracts appear on the agenda.
• All listed items are routine procedural (call to order, roll call, agenda amendments, public comment, presentations, general business, minutes, staff reports, adjournment).

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will discuss the consolidated draft of the Comprehensive Plan, including Planning Commission suggested revisions, and consider the 2025 Draft Budget. They will also vote on resolutions concerning a Jeffco ballot measure and engineering design standards, an ordinance on subdivision regulations, a settlement agreement for Bear Creek Development, and an Interstate Parking rate increase.

• Consolidated draft of Morrison Comprehensive Plan with Planning Commission revisions
• 2025 Draft Budget presentation
• Resolution 2024-13 regarding Jeffco Ballot Measure
• Ordinance No. 551 – Title 10 Subdivision Regulations
• Interstate Parking Rate Increase

Hogback Newsletter

This newsletter announces upcoming Board of Trustees meetings on October 1 and 15, 2024, but does not detail any ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings to be discussed. It also includes community announcements such as a meet-the-candidates night, a trunk-or-treat event, and new employee introductions.

• Board of Trustees meetings scheduled for Oct 1 and 15 at 6 PM
• Meet the Candidates Night on Oct 16 at Town Hall (110 Stone Street)
• Trunk or Treat event Oct 26 along Bear Creek Ave
• Morrison MVP nominations open (no deadline given)
• New hires: Genevieve Schmid (admin assistant to police chief) and Officer Brandon Richardson

Public Notices

The Town of Morrison is presenting a rewrite of Title 10 Chapter 2 regarding the Subdivision Code. This document outlines the standards and procedures for minor and major land divisions within the Town.

• Establishment of minor subdivision criteria for boundary adjustments and condominium units
• Requirement for preliminary and final plats for major subdivisions
• Mandatory Dark Sky Association compliance for street lighting
• Requirement for existing conditions maps for major subdivisions to protect natural and archaeological resources
• Two-year applicant maintenance period for newly installed public improvements

Public Notices

This notice announces the annual Ciderfest event on September 28, 2024. No formal actions or decisions will be taken, and no official record will be kept. The gathering is purely social, though board and commission members may attend.

• Ciderfest event at 150 Spring Street, Morrison, CO
• No formal actions or decisions will occur

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss intergovernmental agreements and conduct work sessions. The meeting includes a review of the 2025 Draft Capital Improvement Program and Title 10 Code revisions.

• Mt. Carbon Intergovernmental Agreement- Eighth Amendment
• Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Tap Fee Re-appropriation
• Title 10 Code Revision work session
• 2025 Draft Capital Improvement Program work session

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will discuss an eighth amendment to an intergovernmental agreement to release 50 additional water taps for homes in Red Rocks Ranch. The meeting also includes work sessions on Title 10 code revisions and the 2025 Draft Capital Improvement Program.

• Proposed sale of 50 additional water taps to Mount Carbon Metropolitan District for $1,135,049
• Payment for 10 previously issued water taps at $22,579.19 each
• Requirement for the New WTP to be operational and transferred to the Town before 50 taps are issued
• Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Tap Fee Re-appropriation
• Work session for 2025 Draft Capital Improvement Program

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will conduct a work session to discuss the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program and a regular meeting to review departmental reports. The board is considering various infrastructure projects, including road repaving and utility upgrades.

• Proposed Red Rocks Vista and Canyon Vista drainage and repaving projects at $300,000 each
• Proposed utility undergrounding for wildfire prevention estimated at $1 million to $5 million per mile
• Proposed Quarry Res. Bore project estimated at $4,000,000
• Proposed Canon Bridge project estimated at $1,821,600
• Proclamation for Clint Raymond of Morrison Carworks

The board approved a consent agenda and agreed to reschedule the November 5, 2024 regular meeting to November 6, 2024. It also heard a presentation from Sheriff Marinelli requesting endorsement of Jefferson County Ballot Measure 1.a, but took no formal action. A proclamation honoring Clint Raymond was presented.

• Approved agenda amendment to move presentations before public comment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for September 17, 2024 (unanimous)
• Consensus to reschedule Nov. 5 meeting to Nov. 6, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and provide input on the consolidated draft of the Comprehensive Plan, which currently contains text only. After receiving feedback, staff will draft graphics and finalize maps, targeting adoption by end of 2024. The commission will also hear updates on the Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project, which has submitted its FOR plan set to CDOT.

• Review of Consolidated Draft Comprehensive Plan (text-only, maps pending)
• Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project FOR plan set submitted to CDOT for review
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

Public Notices

The Morrison Liquor Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider a permit application from Promote Morrison (ProMo). The request is to dispense fermented malt beverages during the Morrison Ciderfest.

• Special Event Permit application for Morrison Ciderfest on September 27-28, 2024
• Proposed beverage service at 150 Spring Street from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will discuss the first submittal of the 2025 draft budget, including a proposed 2.57% cost of living adjustment. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a special event liquor license application for Promote Morrison-Ciderfest.

• Public hearing for Promote Morrison-Ciderfest Special Event Liquor License
• Review of 2025 Draft Budget with proposed 2.57% cost of living adjustment
• Discussion of BRIC Scoping Report
• Core and Main Meter Purchase
• Note of $12,500 grant for Phase 2 Title 10 amendment in Planning and Zoning

The Board approved a Special Event Liquor License for Promote Morrison's Ciderfest and approved a $34,942 purchase of meters from Core and Main. The 2025 draft budget was discussed with public comment but no decision was recorded. The meeting was otherwise routine, including consent agenda approval and future item suggestions.

• Approved Special Event Liquor License for Promote Morrison-Ciderfest (all present voted aye)
• Approved $34,942 meter purchase from Core and Main (all present voted aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda for September 3, 2024 (all present voted aye)

Hogback Newsletter

The provided document is a community newsletter rather than a formal meeting agenda. It announces a Meet the Candidates Night for the 2024 Regular Municipal Election and provides updates on museum fieldwork.

• Meet the Candidates Night: October 16, 6:00 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• Trustee candidates: Jerald Anthony Jerome, Sean Forey, Krista Paul Nash, Angela Bernhardt, and John M. Leonard

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold its annual board retreat on August 21, 2024, to review 2023 goals, discuss the Capital Improvement Program, and develop goals for 2024/2025. The notice states that no formal actions or decisions will be taken, and no formal record will be made. The retreat is a planning session to provide direction to the Town Manager.

• Review of 2023 goals including preserving Morrison's character and investing in town facilities
• Review of 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program with projects like $4,000,000 for municipal property/building and $442,500 for downtown improvements
• Develop 2024/2025 goals and provide direction to the Town Manager
• Discussion of items such as ADA-compliant town hall/court facility, downtown restrooms, and utility projects totaling $7.4 million over five years

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board is holding a retreat to review 2023 goals, discuss the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program, and develop goals for 2024/2025. The board will also provide direction to the Town Manager. Key agenda items include preserving community character, investing in town facilities, improving communication, and pursuing sustainability.

• New ADA-compliant Town Hall/Court facility estimated at $4 million (2027)
• Downtown improvements/Safer Main Street project: $442,500 in 2024
• Police vehicles and radios: $140,755 in 2024
• Water main replacement: $225,000 (2024)
• Raw water pump station: $647,000 (2024)

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees adopted Ordinance No. 550, which revises the definition of Automated Vehicle Identification System in the Morrison Municipal Code. The change expands the system to include detection of traffic signal, traffic sign, bus lane, and bicycle lane violations. The ordinance takes effect 15 days after adoption and publication.

• Amends Section 6-5-1 of the municipal code defining Automated Vehicle Identification System
• Expands detection to include traffic signal, traffic sign, bus lane, and bicycle lane violations
• Ordinance effective 15 days after adoption and publication
• Adopted by vote of (p ayes and 4 nays) as recorded

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will consider approving the final office review plan and $361,000 cost estimate for the Morrison Main Street Revitalization project, funded by a grant. They will also vote on Ordinance 550 revising the definition of automated vehicle identification system. Other business includes police body armor and a water/sewer connection agreement. The meeting begins with an executive session on the Mt. Carbon IGA.

• Morrison Main Street Revitalization project — final office review plan and $361,000 opinion of probable construction cost, grant-funded
• Ordinance 550 — amending Section 6-5-1 to revise definition of automated vehicle identification system
• Morrison Police Department Body Armor
• Esphahanian Agreement for Connection and Development of Water and Sewer Lines
• Executive session on Mt. Carbon IGA for legal advice and negotiation instructions

The Morrison Board of Trustees adopted Ordinance 550 amending the definition of automated vehicle identification system, approved the final office review plan and probable construction costs for the Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project and authorized submission to CDOT, approved $23,267 for new police body armor, and approved a water/sewer connection agreement with Cyrus Esphahanian and Jeanne Reneau. All votes were unanimous among present members. The board also entered executive sessions for legal advice on the Mt. Carbon IGA and subdivision regulations.

• Adopted Ordinance 550 amending Section 6-5-1 (automated vehicle identification system definition) (unanimous)
• Approved final office review plan and probable costs for Morrison Main Street Revitalization, authorized CDOT submission (unanimous)
• Approved $23,267.00 purchase of new body armor for Morrison Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved water and sewer connection agreement with Cyrus Esphahanian and Jeanne Reneau (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for August 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on Mt. Carbon IGA (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on subdivision regulations (unanimous)

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees and Planning Commission will meet with Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen on August 16, 2024. The notice states that no formal actions or decisions will be taken during this meeting.

• Meeting with Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen at 110 Stone Street

Planning Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance No. 546 on June 18, 2024, adopting a revised land use code (Title 10). On June 19, an applicant requested review under the new code. At this meeting, the Board will hold a hearing on the zoning application, with no Planning Commission recommendation required.

• Ordinance No. 546 adopted revised land use code (Title 10) on June 18, 2024
• Applicant requested review under new LUC on June 19, 2024
• Hearing before Board of Trustees on August 6, 2024
• Initial zoning application bypasses Planning Commission recommendation
• Approval standards changed under new LUC

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to determine whether five parcels of land at 3051 S. Rooney Road in unincorporated Jefferson County are eligible for annexation into the town. The parcels total approximately 124.77 acres (99.87 + 24.90 acres) as described in Resolution 2024-06. The board previously found the petition in substantial compliance and will now hear evidence and public comment before deciding if the annexation meets statutory requirements and whether an election is required.

• Copart Annexation 1: 99.87 acres more or less at 3051 S. Rooney Road
• Copart Annexation 2: 24.90 acres more or less at the same location
• Resolution 2024-06 finding substantial compliance and setting the August 6, 2024 public hearing
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM at Morrison Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• Determination of annexation eligibility under Colorado law and potential election requirement

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of 124.76 acres of the former Bandimere Speedway property. COPART, Inc. proposes to zone the land as a Planned Development to establish a vehicle auction center.

• Public hearing for COPART annexation of 124.76 acres
• Ordinance No. 549 to zone North Rooney Road as Planned Development
• Proposed conveyance of 15.87 acres to the Town
• Resolution 2024-12 regarding Coordinated Election IGA

The Board of Trustees approved the annexation of approximately 124.76 acres of Jefferson County property known as North Rooney Road, along with a related annexation agreement and zoning to Planned. The annexation ordinance passed 4-3, with Trustees Gill, Sutton, and Wirtz voting against. The annexation agreement, which included conditions discouraging deliveries from the Downtown Morrison District and requiring wildlife-compatible waste receptacles and fencing, passed 6-1. The board also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for the November 5, 2024 coordinated election.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-10-A making findings of fact for North Rooney Road annexation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 548 annexing 124.76 acres at North Rooney Road (4-3, Gill/Sutton/Wirtz nay)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-11-A approving annexation agreement with Rooney Road, LLC, with conditions on deliveries and wildlife-compatible fencing (6-1, Wirtz nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 549 zoning North Rooney Road property to Planned (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-12 approving intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for November 5, 2024 coordinated election (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for August 6, 2024 (unanimous)

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees adopted Ordinance No. 549, zoning approximately 124.77 acres of recently annexed property along North Rooney Road as Planned Development. The decision followed a public hearing and will take effect 15 days after adoption and publication.

• Zoning of annexed property at North Rooney Road (124.77 acres total across two parcels) to Planned Development
• Public hearing held on August 6, 2024, prior to adoption
• Ordinance effective 15 days after publication per Home Rule Charter

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees is considering Ordinance No. 548 to annex approximately 124.76 acres of land in Jefferson County, owned by Rooney Road, LLC. A public hearing was held on August 6, 2024, and the board found the property eligible for annexation. The annexation would take effect for taxation purposes on January 1 of the next year.

• Annexation of 124.76 acres (two parcels) from Rooney Road, LLC.
• Public hearing held August 6, 2024.
• Annexation effective for taxation on January 1, 2025.
• Property located in Jefferson County near Rooney Road.
• Filing required with Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder.

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on August 6, 2024, to consider whether the subject property meets requirements for annexation into the town. The board will also consider a zoning application from Copart to rezone the property to Planned Development (PD) and adopt an Overall Development Plan for a vehicle auction center. Public testimony will be taken, and written comments are accepted before the hearing.

• Public hearing on annexation eligibility for property described in Resolution No. 2024-06
• Zoning application by Copart to amend Official Zoning Map to PD - Planned Development
• Consideration of an Overall Development Plan for a vehicle auction center
• Public testimony and written comments accepted
• Meeting at Morrison Town Hall, 110 Stone Street, 6:00 p.m.

Hogback Newsletter

This newsletter outlines the Town of Morrison's August 2024 meetings: Board of Trustees on Aug. 6 (including a COPART Annexation Hearing and nomination packet availability) and Aug. 20, with a Planning Commission meeting on Aug. 13. Also includes police department updates, a recent fire response, and upcoming events like the Sesquicentennial Celebration and National Night Out.

• COPART Annexation Hearing at the Aug. 6 Board Meeting
• Nomination petitions for Board of Trustees election available Aug. 6, due Aug. 26
• Morrison Sesquicentennial Celebration on Aug. 3
• MPD National Night Out on Aug. 14 from 5-7 pm at Police Department parking lot
• Morrison PD assisted West Metro Fire in extinguishing a small fire near The Fort Restaurant on July 31

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hear the 2023 audit presentation from Hinkle & Company, consider Resolution 2024-09 regarding the Three Mile Plan, and hold an executive session to discuss strategy for a draft annexation agreement. The board will also approve routine consent items including minutes, payroll, and vouchers.

• Hinkle & Company audit presentation covering 2023 financial statements with net position of $23,826,710
• Resolution 2024-09 for Three Mile Plan
• Executive session to determine positions on draft annexation agreement
• Consent agenda: minutes from July 2, 2024, payroll, and vouchers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review final changes to the Future Land Use and Design element of the Comprehensive Plan. These updates include revised annexation review criteria and a new Rural Residential land use designation. The commission will also discuss the future land use designation for the Morrison Quarry.

• Final changes to the Future Land Use and Design element of the Comprehensive Plan
• Addition of a Rural Residential land use designation
• Revision of annexation review criteria regarding town limits and service capacity
• Discussion of future land use designation for the Morrison Quarry

Public Notices

Applicants have requested that their zoning application be reviewed under the newly adopted Title 10 Land Use Code. This revised code includes modified procedures and standards for approvals. A hearing is scheduled before the Board of Trustees on August 6, 2024.

• Review of application under new Title 10 Land Use Code
• Hearing scheduled for August 6, 2024

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will discuss design elements for the Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project, including crosswalk treatments and pedestrian barriers. The meeting also includes the oath of office for Town Manager Mallory Nassau and updates on utility operations.

• Oath of office for Town Manager Mallory Nassau
• Design discussion for Mill Street, South Park Avenue, and Market Street crossings
• Review of LED Monument Sign placement options
• Updates on Water Treatment Plant startup and wastewater expansion design
• Presentation of 2024 parking revenue reports

Hogback Newsletter

This newsletter provides updates on recent town developments, including the deployment of a new speed camera at Bear Creek Ave. and Mt Vernon Ave. It also introduces the new Town Manager and a new K9 officer.

• Deployment of photo speed radar camera at Bear Creek Ave. and Mt Vernon Ave.
• Appointment of Mallory Nassau as Town Manager
• Introduction of Nico, a Belgian Malinois K9 officer

Public Notices

The scheduled open meeting between Morrison Board or Planning Commission members and Congresswoman Brittany Petterson has been cancelled. No formal actions or decisions were to be taken during this session.

• Cancelled meeting with Congresswoman Brittany Petterson

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Board is considering an emergency ordinance to amend Title 10 regarding land use regulations following a three-month moratorium on applications. The action introduces a revised Land Use Code and updates the official zoning map. Other items include amendments to Titles 4 and 6 and a license agreement for DYK, Inc.

• Emergency Ordinance No. 546 regarding land use regulations
• Ordinance No. 547 amending Titles 4 and 6 of the Municipal Code
• Resolution 2024-08 for a DYK, Inc. Revocable License Agreement

Public Notices

Ordinance No. 547 proposes amendments to the Morrison Municipal Code regarding property damage, littering, and vehicle requirements. The ordinance would define graffiti and establish rules for littering on public or private property and in waters.

• New prohibitions against damaging or defacing property via graffiti
• New regulations regarding littering on public/private property and in waters
• Presumption of liability for litter dropped from motor vehicles
• Requirements for vehicle registration and driver licenses to follow State Law

Public Notices

The Town of Morrison has updated its Title 10 Land Use Code. This rewrite establishes new zoning districts, development standards, and rules for permitted land uses. The code became effective on June 18, 2024.

• Rewrite of the Title 10 Land Use Code
• Establishment of new zoning districts including Rural Residential and Historic Downtown
• New standards for parking, landscaping, and signage
• Updated procedures for development permits and subdivision reviews

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to appoint Mallory Nassau as the new Town Manager. The proposed appointment is effective July 1, 2024. The employment agreement includes a $135,000 base salary and a one-time relocation bonus of $5,000.

• Resolution 2024-07-A to appoint Mallory Nassau as Town Manager
• Proposed annual base salary of $135,000
• Proposed one-time relocation bonus of $5,000

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on June 12, 2024. The agenda includes Resolution 2024-07-A regarding the appointment of Mallory Nassau as the Town Manager.

• Resolution 2024-07-A: Appointing Mallory Nassau as Town Manager

Planning Commission

The commission will review proposed changes to the Town’s zoning districts and land use designations. Discussions include potential conversions of agricultural/rural residential areas to open space and a new tourist mixed-use designation. Staff also presented an updated Three-Mile Plan map.

• Proposed updates to Title 10, Zoning and Land Development Code
• Review of Future Land Use Designations
• New 'Tourist Mixed Use' land use designation proposal
• Updated Three-Mile Plan map preparation
• Morrison Main Street Revitalization project update

Public Notices

The Town of Morrison is hosting a community meeting to share progress on the Main Street Revitalization Project. The session focuses on preliminary designs for improvements along Bear Creek Avenue (State Highway 8). No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation of preliminary design for Bear Creek Avenue improvements
• Public feedback session regarding the Main Street Revitalization Project

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will hold a work session regarding Title 10 revisions. The meeting includes reviewing a memorandum of understanding for the Safe Streets for All safety plan and a cooperation agreement for HOME housing funds. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss legal advice concerning a Town manager's employment contract.

• Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Memorandum of Understanding
• HOME Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
• Work session on Title 10 revisions
• Executive session regarding Town manager contract negotiations

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees and Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss Title 10 revisions. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this meeting, and no formal record will be made.

• Title 10 Revision

Hogback Newsletter

This newsletter announces upcoming town board and planning commission meetings, police department awards, and a major 150th anniversary celebration for the town. It also details new regulations for limb and brush pickup and the recent implementation of photo speed radar.

• Officer of the Year: Martin Amezquita; Most Arrests: Trysten Klinglesmith; Jon Manna Leadership Award
• 150th anniversary celebration on August 3, 2024, with historical displays, music, and shuttles
• Limb/brush pickup now on last Monday of month; limbs must be 6 feet or shorter and 6 inches or less in diameter
• Photo speed radar implemented May 8, 2024
• Board meetings June 4 and 18; Planning Commission June 11 at 110 Stone Street

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Board of Trustees is holding a work session to interview three finalists for the town manager position: Mallory Nassau, Dennis Durham, and Robert Evans. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this meeting, and no formal record will be made.

• Interview of Town Manager Finalist Mallory Nassau
• Interview of Town Manager Finalist Dennis Durham
• Interview of Town Manager Finalist Robert Evans

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will consider a resolution to accept an annexation petition for five parcels totaling about 124 acres in unincorporated Jefferson County, owned by Rooney Road LLC and represented by Copart. If accepted, a public hearing is scheduled for July 16, 2024. The board will also interview three town manager finalists and discuss residential occupancy limits, a water treatment plant staging area, and a town multi-use facility court.

• Resolution 2024-06: Accept annexation petition for five parcels (124 acres) at 3051 S Rooney Rd, set public hearing for July 16, 2024
• Town manager finalists: Mallory Nassau, Dennis Durham, Robert Evans
• Discussion of House Bill 24-1007 on residential occupancy limits
• Water treatment plant construction staging area
• Town multi-use facility court

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Map 5 and a revised Future Land Use Designations Table. The goal is to align future land uses with updated zone districts, including new designations for Open Space and Historic Downtown.

• Review of proposed zoning changes, including renaming Agriculture to Open Space and Commercial Transitional to Historic Downtown
• Discussion of Future Land Use Designations for Agricultural/Rural Residential, Large Lot Residential, and Neighborhood Residential
• Review of Mixed-Use Neighborhood and Historic Downtown land use characteristics
• Update on the Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project preliminary design
• Approval of February 13, 2024 and April 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Notices

The Morrison Liquor Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Event Permit application from Brooksee LLC to serve alcohol at the REVEL Rockies Marathon & Half on June 1, 2024. The hearing is scheduled for May 7, 2024, at Morrison Town Hall. Protests may be filed at the Town Clerk's Office.

• Special Event Permit for malt, vinous, and spirituous liquor
• Event: REVEL Rockies Marathon & Half, June 1, 2024, 7:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
• Location: 300 Union Avenue, Morrison, CO
• Public hearing: May 7, 2024, 6:00 p.m., Morrison Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• Protest filing at Town Clerk's Office, 321 Highway 8

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss a revision to Title 10 of the town code. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this meeting, and no formal record will be made. The session is open to the public.

• Discussion of Title 10 revision
• Joint work session of Board of Trustees and Planning Commission
• No formal actions or decisions to be taken

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hold a work session on Title 10 revisions, then a regular meeting to consider ordinances, agreements, and a special event liquor license. Key actions include referring a charter amendment to voters, changing speeding citation standards, and approving an automated traffic enforcement contract.

• Ordinance 544: Refer charter amendment on vacancies to November 5, 2024 election
• Ordinance 545: Change speeding citation standard from 'shall' to 'may' for less than 10 mph over limit
• Agreement with Emergent Enforcement Solutions for automated traffic enforcement services
• Special event liquor permit for Brooksee (Revel Rockies Marathon) on June 1, 2024 at Town Park, 300 Union Avenue
• Red Rocks Amphitheater Tank Project and Red Rocks Ranch Meter Purchase

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees is considering Ordinance No. 544, which would refer a charter amendment to voters at the November 5, 2024 coordinated election with Jefferson County. The amendment would remove the requirement for a special election when a vacancy is not filled within 60 days and no regular election is scheduled within 90 days, instead allowing the Board to appoint to fill vacancies until the next regular election. The ordinance also sets the ballot title and procedures for the election.

• Coordinates general election with Jefferson County on November 5, 2024
• Charter amendment to remove mandatory special election for vacancies
• Board would appoint to fill vacancies until next regular election
• Ballot title set as the text of the question itself
• Uses Uniform Election Code of 1992 in coordination with Jefferson County

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees is considering Ordinance 545, which would amend the municipal code to change the standard for issuing citations in automated speeding cases of less than 10 mph over the limit from 'shall' to 'may'. This gives officers discretion in whether to cite first-time offenders, who would otherwise receive a written warning, and repeat offenders, who would get a Notice of Violation. The ordinance includes severability and an effective date 15 days after adoption and publication.

• Ordinance 545 amends Section 6-5-3 of the Morrison Municipal Code
• Changes citation standard from 'shall' to 'may' for speeding under 10 mph
• First offense: written warning with no penalty or surcharge
• Second or subsequent offense: Notice of Violation
• Effective 15 days after adoption and publication

Hogback Newsletter

This is the May 2024 newsletter from the Town of Morrison, not a formal agenda. It lists upcoming board and planning commission meetings, introduces a new administrative assistant, and includes police safety tips and reminders. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Board meetings May 7 and 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• Planning Commission meeting May 14, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• All meetings at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• New administrative assistant: Kirsten Scheig
• National Police Week May 12-18

Public Notices

This is a notice of an open stargazing event, not a regular business meeting. Town board, planning commission, and board of adjustment members may be present, but no formal actions or decisions will be taken and no formal record will be made.

• Stargazing event at Red Rocks Elementary School, 17199 CO-74, Morrison, CO
• Event date and time: Monday, April 22, 2024 at 8:00 PM
• No formal actions or decisions will be taken

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board is meeting to discuss the 2023 Community Rating System annual report and an update on the South Park Bridge, which has critical corrosion. The board will also receive departmental reports and consider a consent agenda including minutes, payroll, and vouchers.

• South Park Bridge update: critical corrosion found, CDOT recommendation pending
• 2023 Community Rating System annual report: CRS rating remains 8, 5% flood insurance discount
• Floodplain activities: 3 permits issued, 1 building permit in SFHA
• New water treatment plant under construction, completion Q4 2024
• Consent agenda: minutes, payroll, vouchers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed changes to the Future Land Use and Design element of the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on International Dark Sky and a report on the Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project, which is currently on hold.

• Comprehensive Plan update: changing 'preventing growth' to 'managing growth'
• Proposed expansion of annexation review criteria to include Tier 1 Priority Service Capacity Areas
• Proposed requirement for ecosystem service valuations in annexation applications
• Morrison Main Street Revitalization Project status: on hold for CDOT fund reallocation
• Approval of February 13 and March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss a revision to Title 10 of the town code. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this meeting, and no formal record will be made.

• Discussion of Title 10 revision

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Board of Trustees and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss a revision to Title 10 of the town code. No formal actions or decisions will be taken at this meeting, and no formal record will be made. The agenda consists solely of this one discussion item.

• Discussion of Title 10 revision

Planning Commission

The Board of Trustees and Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss Title 10 revisions. The notice states that no formal actions or decisions will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of Title 10 Revision

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Town Board will hold three public hearings on the RED Boutique Hotel at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue: an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of the site development plan, a special review for the hotel and incidental uses, and a major site improvement in the Old Town Historic Overlay District. The applicant has submitted revised plans and is requesting concessions including use of three town parking spaces, a five-year lodging tax exemption, and a credit of permit and tap fees. The board will also consider a resolution for an engagement agreement with Alperstein and Covell, discuss the Spring Street Bridge and Sawatch Labs, and hold an executive session on a proposed annexation agreement.

• Public hearing: Appeal of Planning Commission denial of Site Development Plan for 203/205 Bear Creek Ave (RED Hotel)
• Public hearing: Special Review for proposed hotel and other incidental commercial uses at 203/205 Bear Creek Ave
• Public hearing: Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvement for 203/205 Bear Creek Ave
• Resolution 2024-05: Engagement Agreement with Alperstein and Covell
• Executive session on Holcim planning and proposed annexation agreement

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on April 2, 2024, to take testimony on three related applications for properties at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue: a Special Review request for a hotel and incidental commercial uses, an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a Site Development Plan, and a Major improvement in the Old Town Historic Overlay District. The board previously continued this item from March 5 and March 19, 2024, at the applicant's request. The hearing begins at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street.

• Public hearing on Special Review for hotel and incidental commercial uses at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Appeal of Planning Commission's denial of a Site Development Plan for the same property
• Old Town Historic Overlay District Major improvement request
• Applications continued from March 5 and March 19, 2024, per applicant's request
• Written comments accepted before the hearing at 321 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465

Hogback Newsletter

The Board of Trustees passed Emergency Ordinance No. 543 to impose a three-month moratorium on new land use applications under Title 10. The town also scheduled upcoming meetings for the Board of Trustees and the Planning Commission in April.

• Emergency Ordinance No. 543: Three-month moratorium on new land use applications under Title 10
• Board of Trustees meeting: April 2 and April 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM
• Planning Commission meeting: April 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will consider adopting an emergency ordinance imposing a three-month moratorium on accepting new land-use applications under Title 10, and will also review a fleet electrification analysis and a letter of support for a regional climate grant. Public hearings on the Bear Creek Avenue hotel project are scheduled to be continued to April 2, 2024. The board will also enter executive session to discuss a proposed separation agreement with the Town Manager.

• Ordinance No. 543: Emergency three-month moratorium on Title 10 land-use applications until June 19, 2024
• Public hearings for 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue (hotel, site plan, historic overlay) - request to continue to April 2, 2024
• Fleet Electrification Analysis: 6 vehicles recommended for EV replacement, potential $30,000 TCO savings and 176-ton GHG reduction
• Letter of support for DRCROG Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (Decarbonize DRCOG)
• Executive session and possible Resolution 2024-04: Separation agreement with Town Manager

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees is holding a Title 10 work session at 5:00 PM on March 19, 2024, at 110 Stone Street, before their regular Town Board Meeting. The agenda states no formal actions or decisions will be taken and no formal record will be made. Planning Commission members may be present from time to time.

• Title 10 work session
• Regular Town Board Meeting follows
• Location: 110 Stone Street, Morrison, Colorado
• No formal actions or decisions expected

Public Notices

The Morrison Board of Trustees is considering an emergency ordinance that would impose a three-month moratorium on accepting new land use applications under Title 10 of the Municipal Code, effective until June 19, 2024. The moratorium is intended to give the town time to revise outdated zoning and subdivision regulations last adopted in 1978. The ordinance is declared an emergency to prevent a rush of applications before the moratorium takes effect.

• Emergency ordinance No. 543 imposing a 3-month moratorium on Title 10 land use applications until June 19, 2024
• Moratorium halts acceptance and processing of new applications under Title 10
• Town cites 1978 zoning and subdivision regulations as outdated and difficult to apply
• Ordinance takes immediate effect upon Board approval per Home Rule Charter

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the town's outdoor lighting code and the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding International Dark Sky Week.

• Outdoor Lighting Code Review
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• International Dark Sky Week discussion

Public Notices

The Planning Commission and Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding an application for a hotel and incidental commercial uses. The proposal includes a Site Development Plan and an Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvement for the property.

• Special Review for hotel and commercial uses at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Site Development Plan application
• Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvement

Public Notices

This public notice details a proposal to vacate a 0.289-acre portion of the Spring Street Right of Way in Morrison. The area includes easements for utilities, drainage, and ingress/egress.

• Vacation of 12,578 square feet of Spring Street Right of Way
• Easements for water, sanitary sewer, gas, and electric lines
• Maintenance provisions for street, sidewalk, and drainage easements

Public Notices

The Morrison Planning Commission and Board of Trustees are holding public hearings to take testimony on an application by Sean Forey and John Leonard to vacate a portion of the south side of the Spring Street right-of-way at 300-312 Spring Street. The Planning Commission hearing is February 13, 2024, and the Board of Trustees hearing is March 5, 2024, both at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street. The application is available for inspection at Town Offices, 321 Highway 8.

• Vacation of portion of south side of Spring Street right-of-way
• Properties affected: 300, 304, 306, 308, 310, 312 Spring Street
• Public hearings: Planning Commission Feb 13, 2024; Board of Trustees Mar 5, 2024
• Written comments accepted before hearings via email or mail

Hogback Newsletter

This agenda is a newsletter from the Town of Morrison, Colorado, providing contact information for town staff and police, and announcing upcoming board and planning commission meetings. It also includes public safety tips and information about the police department's Citizens Academy. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Board meetings on March 5 and 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• Planning Commission meeting on March 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM at Town Hall
• Police Department contact: 321 Highway 8, 303-697-4810
• Jeffcom 911 dispatch: 303-980-7300
• Citizens Academy offered virtually

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hold a work session on the Bear Creek feasibility study before its regular meeting. The board is set to vote on Ordinance 541, a cable franchise agreement with Comcast, and will discuss a BRIC scoping report on raw water infrastructure priorities, including a new intake and pump station. The agenda also includes a report on the town manager position and routine departmental updates.

• Ordinance 541: Cable franchise agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC for non-exclusive use of town right-of-way
• BRIC scoping report: Discussion on raw water infrastructure, prioritizing new intake and pump station, pipeline repairs, and redundant pipeline to Quarry Reservoir #2
• Town Manager position: Discussion item
• Bear Creek feasibility study: Work session from 5:00-6:00 PM
• Consent agenda: Payroll and vouchers

Public Notices

The provided text is a table of contents for a cable franchise agreement between Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC and the Town of Morrison. It outlines sections regarding fees, administration, and construction standards. No specific decisions or financial amounts are detailed in this document.

• Cable franchise agreement structure

Public Notices

The Planning Commission and Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding a development application by Zeke Freeman of Root Architecture and Development. The proposal includes a hotel, incidental commercial uses, a Site Development Plan, and Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvements.

• Special Review for a hotel and commercial uses at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Site Development Plan for 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvement for 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 21-room mixed-use hotel and office building at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue. The body will also consider an application to vacate a portion of the Spring Street right-of-way.

• Proposed 13,316 sq ft mixed-use building (21 hotel rooms and 756 sq ft of office space) at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Request to demolish two existing structures, including a historically significant building from circa 1879
• Application by Sean Forey and John Leonard to vacate part of the Spring Street right-of-way at 300-312 Spring Street
• Proposed 1,215 sq ft rooftop patio and installation of solar panels
• Requirement for a community-input mural on the east-facing wall

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance No. 540 to establish an automated vehicle identification system, such as photo radar, to detect traffic violations. The system will target school zones, residential neighborhoods, construction zones, and specific designated corridors.

• Ordinance No. 540 establishing an automated vehicle identification system
• Speeding penalties up to $40.00, or $80.00 in school or construction zones
• Traffic signal disobedience penalty up to $75.00
• Designated corridors: Bear Creek Avenue at Mt. Vernon Avenue; Highway 74 at Mile Marker 18; and Highway 8 at Summer Street

Public Notices

The Board of Trustees is considering Ordinance No. 541 to approve a cable franchise agreement. This ordinance would grant Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC the right to operate a cable system and use the town's right-of-way.

• Ordinance No. 541: Cable Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hold a work session on historic designation code review, followed by a regular meeting. They will discuss a 10-year review of Red Rocks Amphitheatre's sound, traffic, and lighting impacts, and consider an ordinance to establish an automated vehicle identification system. The board will also discuss a cable franchise agreement with Comcast, which is scheduled for adoption at the next meeting, and set a date for an executive session on water issues.

• Red Rocks Amphitheatre 10-Year Sounds Review
• Ordinance No. 541 - Cable Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC
• Ordinance No. 540 - Amending Title 6 to establish an Automated Vehicle Identification System
• Resolution 2024-02 - Increasing compensation for Town Administrative Employees
• Executive session on lease and use of Town land for a retail marijuana store

Public Notices

This notice announces a networking event scheduled for February 15 at 501 Highway 8. Board, Planning Commission, and/or Board of Adjustment members may attend, but no formal actions or decisions will be taken.

• West Metro Chamber of Commerce Networking Event on February 15

Hogback Newsletter

The Town of Morrison's February 2024 newsletter announces the first Morrison MVP award to Shari Raymond, a 62-year resident, and includes a memo from the Streets Department reminding residents and businesses of their responsibilities for maintaining adjacent rights-of-way, such as sidewalks and vegetation. The newsletter also notes the passing of Dr. Richard A. Scott, a benefactor of the Morrison Natural History Museum, and lists upcoming board and planning commission meetings.

• Shari Raymond named Morrison's first MVP at Jan. 16, 2024 Town Board meeting
• Memo on right-of-way maintenance: sidewalks, vegetation, trash, parking, reporting issues
• Town offices closed Feb. 19 for Presidents Day
• Dr. Richard A. Scott, MNHM benefactor, dies at 102
• Board meetings Feb. 6 and 20; Planning Commission Feb. 13 at 6 pm

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hold a regular meeting with presentations on the MVP program and a 2023 compensation study, followed by general business items including a historic designation for 417 Bear Creek Avenue, a grant application for an EV fast charging station, a resolution on electronic participation, an audit engagement, and a discussion on the Morrison Mitigation Project scoping report. The board will also enter executive session to discuss property acquisition for public restrooms and a retail marijuana store lease.

• Historic designation for 417 Bear Creek Avenue (75-year-old building)
• Charge Ahead Colorado grant application for Level 3 DC fast charging station (up to 80% funded, Town share ~$12,000)
• Resolution 2024-02 repealing Resolution 2023-04 on electronic participation
• Audit engagement letter with Hinkle & Company, PC
• Executive session on property acquisition for public restrooms and retail marijuana store lease

Public Notices

The Morrison Police Department will host a town hall meeting to discuss upcoming events and address resident issues. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this meeting, and no formal record will be made.

• Town hall meeting at 110 Stone Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is seeking feedback on potential changes to the Growth and Small Town Design element of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also discuss the public draft of the BRIC Project Mitigation Project Scoping Report.

• Discussion of Growth and Small Town Design goals, policies, and actions
• Review of the BRIC Project Mitigation Project Scoping Report public draft
• Discussion of the Morrison Mitigation Project scoping
• Review of the 2015 Land Use Plan Map and 2021 Land Use Designations map

Public Notices

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to consider three requested variances for the property located at 16103 Morrison Road. The board will take public testimony and consider action regarding setback, retaining wall height, and screening requirements.

• 40-foot side and rear setback variance from the 50-foot MU-CO zone requirement
• Retaining wall height variance to exceed 48 inches within setback areas
• Screening variance regarding fencing and landscaping within 10 feet of the front lot line

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding requests from G Squared Design on behalf of LivWell Enlightened Health. The applicant is seeking relief from setback, retaining wall height, and landscaping screening requirements for a 1.009-acre vacant lot.

• 40-foot side and rear setback variance to reduce the required 50-foot setback
• Retaining wall height variance to allow walls to exceed 48 inches within setback areas
• Screening variance to allow no fencing and lower landscaping within 10 feet of the front lot line

Public Notices

The Morrison Liquor Licensing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider an application from Promote Morrison. The application requests a Special Event Permit to dispense fermented malt beverages during a private event on February 1, 2024.

• Special Event Permit application for Morrison Natural History Museum
• Event date: February 1, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• Location: 501 Highway 8, Morrison, Colorado

Public Notices

The Planning Commission and Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding a development application by Zeke Freeman of Root Architecture and Development. The proposal includes a hotel, incidental commercial uses, and site improvements within the Old Town Historic Overlay District.

• Special Review for hotel and commercial uses at 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Site Development Plan for 203 and 205 Bear Creek Avenue
• Old Town Historic Overlay District Major Site Improvement

Town Board Agendas and Minutes

The Morrison Town Board will hold a public hearing on a special event liquor license for Promote Morrison, continue a hearing on a hotel and commercial development at 203-205 Bear Creek Avenue to March 5, 2024, and discuss hiring a financial consultant and traffic engineer. They will also consider a resolution on posting locations, award the Morrison MVP, and approve the consent agenda. The meeting includes routine reports and procedural items.

• Special event liquor license for Promote Morrison event on February 1, 2024
• Continue public hearing for hotel and commercial uses at 203-205 Bear Creek Avenue to March 5, 2024
• Discussion on hiring Economic and Planning Systems (EPS) as economic consultant and Fox Tuttle as traffic engineer
• Resolution 2024-01 identifying locations for posting official notices
• Morrison MVP Award to be voted on from two applications

Hogback Newsletter

The Town of Morrison newsletter announces the upcoming implementation of photo speed radar technology, with details to be shared at a police town hall on January 10. The board of trustees will hold regular meetings on January 2 and 16, and the planning commission meets on January 9. The newsletter also highlights community news, including a resident's national running championship and a holiday gift drive.

• Photo speed radar technology implementation in January
• Police Town Hall on January 10 at 6:00 pm at Town Hall, 110 Stone Street
• Board of Trustees meetings on January 2 and 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• Planning Commission meeting on January 9, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• Town offices closed January 1 and January 15 for holidays