Lyons public meetings in 2021
35 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to review subcommittee reports on weed management, outreach, and habitat mapping. The board is discussing the integration of ecological data into the town's comprehensive plan and the impact of a $1 million South St Vrain River Restoration Project.
- South St Vrain River Restoration Project funded by $1 million Denver Water contribution to Boulder County
- Proposed mapping of sensitive and ecologically important areas for the comprehensive plan
- Noxious Weed Management outreach and purchase of identification brochures
- Review of the Stormwater Master Plan and flood mitigation policies
- Discussion of fire mitigation and ecological value regarding the Martin Property
Ecology Advisory Board
The board is discussing a proposal to the Colorado Department of Agriculture for the elimination and control of A- and B-list weed species. The project seeks funding for weed management in 2022 in collaboration with the Weed Posse and the Ecology Advisory Board.
- Proposal to Colorado Department of Agriculture for 'Elimination and Control of A- and B-list Weed Species in Town of Lyons'
- Draft motion to support the weed management grant project for submission by December 17
Economic Vitality Commission
The Commission received a presentation from DOLA Colorado Main Street regarding grant availability and historic preservation resources. Members discussed 2022 goals including business recruiting, traffic calming, and the establishment of a creative district. The body also reviewed resident survey results regarding tourism sentiment.
- DOLA Colorado Main Street mini-grants for projects like wayfinding signs and website design
- Historic preservation tax credits and incentives for building owners
- 2022 goals for business recruiting and pedestrian-friendly traffic calming
- Resident survey showing 74% agree or strongly agree tourism is good for Lyons
- Upcoming events including Parade of Lights (Dec 4) and Holiday Artisan Market (Dec 4-5)
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss strategy and funding for the following year. Members will identify their top three priorities to establish the board's goals.
- Approval of August 2021 minutes
- Discussion of goals, strategy, and funding for the following year
- Identification of top three priorities from each member
Economic Vitality Commission
The Economic Vitality Commission is meeting to review updates on the Eastern Corridor Working Group and the Restart Destinations workshop. The body is also discussing the Revolving Loan Fund Program and upcoming community events.
- DOLA Main ST Program meeting request
- Eastern Corridor Working Group update
- Spooktacular and Rave to Grave events on Oct 30
- Parade of Lights on Dec 4 and Holiday Artisan Market on Dec 4-5
- Revolving Loan Fund Program discussion
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is meeting to receive a presentation from the Eastern Corridor Working Group and review grant updates. Discussions include business retention and attraction strategies for 2021 and 2022.
- Broadway Street Improvements project totaling $2.457 million with a Town match of $60,600
- Main Street: Open for Business facade and energy efficiency improvements
- Eastern Corridor Working Group presentation
- Discussion on short-term and medium-term business retention and attraction
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss collaborations with the Left Hand Watershed Center and the PCDC. The board will review community outreach events and the status of synthetic herbicide applications.
- Discussion on gasoline spill status and Watershed Center partnership
- Review of Summit affordable housing plans and a 45-room hotel proposal
- Application for the Use of Synthetic Herbicide resubmission
- Weed ID Book Grant from Fairfax Botanical Gardens
- Discussion on the Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property listing for sale
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission reviewed conceptual plans for the Eastern Corridor and the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan. Members discussed a DOLA subgrant program for small business improvements and preliminary plans for a community arts center at the Depot Building.
- Main Street Open for Business grants: $10,000 to $150,000 per project with a $1 million community cap
- Eastern Corridor Working Group conceptual ideas: museum to the outdoors and mountain biking park
- Proposed conversion of the Depot Building into a community arts center
- Discussion of a potential bike trail study from 66/36 to Boulder
- Review of the LyonsKind tourism and community campaign
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss collaborations with the Left Hand Watershed Center and the PCDC. The board will review weed management plans and community outreach events. Members will also discuss the status of a gasoline spill and the Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property listing.
- Gasoline spill status update
- Summit affordable housing and 45-room hotel proposal
- Invasives Weed Monitoring & Mapping and NutraFix™ soil amendment
- Dark Sky – Lights Out sponsorship
- Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property listing for sale
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is reviewing the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan and discussing permanent location options for Ralph's stand. Members are also monitoring grant-funded infrastructure projects and local tourism initiatives.
- Discussion of permanent and temporary locations for Ralph's stand
- Review of PCDC Comprehensive Plan Questionnaire
- RLF update reporting over $72K available to lend
- Updates on CDOT Revitalizing Main, Broadway St Improvements, and St Vrain Trail Extension
- LAHC application for a $5K Matching Grant for a Ute Trail Marker
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is reviewing the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan and discussing the Eastern Corridor Working Group. Members are also evaluating potential permanent and temporary locations for Ralph's stand.
- Review of PCDC Comprehensive Plan Questionnaire
- RLF update reporting over $72K available to lend
- CDOT Revitalizing Main project approval
- LAHC application for a $5K Matching Grant for Ute Trail Marker
- Discussion of business impacts for SRTS, St Vrain Trail Extension, and Black Bear Hole/2nd Ave Trailhead improvements
Ecology Advisory Board
The board is discussing various ecological topics including invasive weed monitoring, soil amendments, and dark sky initiatives. Discussion items also include potential partnerships with the Left Hand Watershed Center and the St Vrain Watershed Forest Health Partnership.
- Invasives Weed Monitoring & Mapping
- NutraFix™ patented soil amendment
- Dark Sky – Lights Out initiative
- Weed ID Book Grant (Fairfax Botanical Gardens)
- Apple Valley (AV) Water Treatment Plant property sale
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is reviewing the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan and related planning documents. Members are discussing business impacts of health updates, local events, and various infrastructure and art projects.
- RLF update: over $72K available to lend
- LAHC applying for $5K Matching Grant for Ute Trail Marker
- Discussion of CDOT Revitalizing Main lighting and Broadway St Improvements
- Review of 2010 Comprehensive Plan, 2014 Recovery Action Plan, and 2016 LPPA Master Plan
- Proposed Town Hall Mural by Android Jones
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss a Weed Management Plan and the use of NutraFix soil amendment. The board will also review the Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property listing and discuss member recruitment.
- Weed Management Plan presentation including NutraFix soil amendment
- Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property listing for sale
- DOLA grant and 3rd party consultant Clarion
- Earth day River Cleanup held on 5/1/21
- Weed ID Book Grant from Fairfax Botanical Gardens
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is meeting to discuss incorporating EVC knowledge into the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan. Members will review summer messaging for residents and visitors and receive updates on public health guidelines and infrastructure projects.
- Discussion on branding Lyons as the Gateway to the Outdoors
- RLF update with over $67K available to lend
- LAHC projects including heARTS of LYONS, Creative Outlets, Town Hall Mural, and a poetry contest
- Business impacts of Broadway St Improvements, St Vrain Trail Extension, and Black Bear Hole/2nd Ave Trailhead improvements
- CDOT Revitalizing Main lighting update
Ecology Advisory Board
The board is discussing a Weed Management Plan and its hierarchy. Other topics include community gardens, food forests, and an upcoming river and trail cleanup on May 1, 2021.
- Weed Management Plan discussion
- Earth Day River Cleanup scheduled for 5/1/21
- Apple Valley Water Treatment Plant property sale listing
- Weed ID Book Grant via Fairfax Botanical Gardens
- Tree seedlings via Fairfax/Gosnell
Economic Vitality Commission
The commission is discussing the Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan process and a new business inventory project. Members are also reviewing updates on LAHC projects, RLF lending funds, and various grant-funded trail and street improvements.
- Town of Lyons Comprehensive Plan involvement
- Lyons New Business Inventory and Promotion project
- LAHC Projects: heARTS of LYONS business sponsorships and Town Hall Mural
- RLF update: just over $60,000 available to lend
- Grant/project updates for SRTS, Broadway St Improvements, St Vrain Trail Extension, and Black Bear Hole/2nd Ave Trailhead improvements
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss pesticide application plans and hazard tree projects. The board will also review community outreach, river cleanup efforts, and the 2nd Ave Bridge revegetation project.
- Hazard Tree project at LMJ Park
- Weed and Pesticide Application Plans for Main St, McConnell, 2nd Ave, and Sandstone Park
- 2nd Ave Bridge Trees & Revegetation (no budget)
- Earth day River Cleanup
- Bohn Park Bid regarding weed management practices
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to determine negotiating positions and strategies regarding an energy cost-savings contract with Honeywell International, Inc. The session also includes receiving legal advice related to the new wastewater treatment plant.
- Negotiation strategy for Energy Cost-Savings Contract with Honeywell International, Inc.
- Discussion of matters regarding the new wastewater treatment plant
Economic Vitality Commission
The Economic Vitality Commission is meeting to review a guest presentation from Think Generator and discuss business sponsorship for the heARTS of LYONS project. The body will also address an introductory meeting with the PCDC and the inventory of empty buildings and needed businesses.
- Guest presentation by Think Generator
- LAHC project: heARTS of LYONS business sponsorship input
- Introductory meeting with the PCDC
- Review of 2018 business inventory for empty buildings and needed businesses
- Update on Broadway Improvement Outreach
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold first readings for ordinances regarding business licenses and water rights dedication requirements. The meeting includes a workshop on net metering and renewable energy grants, as well as a review of the Lyons Den Restaurant and Taphouse liquor license.
- Ordinance 1096: Repealing and replacing Chapter 6, Article 1 concerning Business Licenses
- Ordinance 1097: Amending Section 13-3-90 concerning Water Rights Dedication Requirements
- Resolution 2021-20: Authorizing 622 Overlook Drive to connect to sewer main and waiving tap fee
- Resolution 2021-24: Temporary Construction Access Easement for 207 2nd Avenue for the 2nd Avenue Bridge Project
- Resolution 2021-25: Intergovernmental Agreement with Boulder County and Sheriff's Office for dispatch services
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing regarding the suspension, revocation, or reinstatement of the Lyons Den Restaurant & Taphouse liquor license. The meeting also includes a workshop on renewable energy grants and the first reading of ordinances regarding business licenses and water rights.
- Public hearing on Lyons Den Restaurant & Taphouse liquor license
- Ordinance 1096: Repealing and replacing business license code
- Ordinance 1097: Amending water rights dedication requirements
- Resolution 2021-20: Waiving sewer tap fee for 622 Overlook Drive
- Resolution 2021-25: Intergovernmental agreement with Boulder County for law enforcement dispatch
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss net metering policy and grants for renewable energy projects. The meeting is scheduled as a virtual session.
- Workshop on Net Metering Policy
- Discussion of Grants for Renewable Energy Projects
Ecology Advisory Board
The board discussed providing input on the Comprehensive Plan to promote an ecology-based economy and eco-tourism. Members also reviewed potential sedimentation risks and monitoring for the upcoming CO Hwy 7 Project.
- Discussion on eco-tourism models from towns like Crested Butte, Moab, and Bend
- Proposed monitoring of sedimentation for the CO Hwy 7 Project (Aug 2021-Fall 2022)
- Plan to identify sites for community gardens via buyout lots
- Review of St Vrain Watershed Forest Health Partnership management projects
- Proposal for steam weed control instruments on hardscapes
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to address the replacement of the 2nd Avenue Bridge across the Saint Vrain Creek. The body will consider a resolution to authorize negotiations and potential eminent domain proceedings to acquire necessary property interests.
- Resolution 2021-19 regarding property acquisition for the 2nd Avenue Bridge replacement
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss Resolution 2021-19. This resolution authorizes negotiations and potential eminent domain proceedings to acquire property interests for the replacement of the 2nd Avenue Bridge across Saint Vrain Creek.
- Resolution 2021-19 regarding property acquisition for the 2nd Avenue Bridge
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will conduct a workshop on Lake McIntosh share applications followed by a regular meeting. The agenda includes a second reading of Ordinance 1095, several resolutions regarding engineering and construction agreements, and an update on flood recovery.
- Ordinance 1095: Amending Section 13-1-20 to grant the Town Administrator ability to promulgate administrative regulations
- Resolution 2021-14: Second amendment to Professional Services Agreement with J-U-B Engineers, Inc. for stormwater and roadway repairs
- Resolution 2021-15: Ninth amendment to Disaster Recovery Services Agreement with Otak Inc. for 2nd Avenue and Bridge Project
- Resolution 2021-16: Thirteenth amendment to Construction Agreement with Walsh Construction, Inc. for Bohn Park Phase II
- Resolution 2021-18: Amending the Town of Lyons Fee Schedule
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on an ordinance granting the Town Administrator authority to create administrative regulations. The meeting includes decisions on several infrastructure contract amendments and a review of the town fee schedule.
- Ordinance 1095: Granting Town Administrator ability to promulgate administrative regulations
- Resolution 2021-14: Contract amendment with J-U-B Engineers for stormwater and roadway repairs
- Resolution 2021-15: Contract amendment with Otak Inc. for 2nd Avenue and Bridge Project
- Resolution 2021-16: Contract amendment with Walsh Construction, Inc for Bohn Park Phase II
- Resolution 2021-18: Amendment to the Town of Lyons Fee Schedule
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is holding a workshop to review a written policy regarding the process for considering applications to dedicate Lake McIntosh shares. The meeting includes a review of a draft policy document dated January 28, 2020.
- Workshop on the Policy for Accepting Lake McIntosh Share Dedications
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding vehicle impoundment and abandoned property. Members will also discuss water share requests for the Main Street Project and economic development eligibility for Lake McIntosh water shares.
- Ordinance 1092: Repealing and replacing codes concerning vehicle impoundment, parking, and abandoned vehicle enforcement
- Ordinance 1095: Granting the Town Administrator ability to promulgate administrative regulations
- Resolution 2021-07: Professional services agreement with Murraysmith, Inc. for 4th Avenue Pedestrian Bridge and street improvements
- Resolution 2021-12: Development Plan Agreement for Summit Housing
- Resolution 2021-13: Third Amendment to agreement with Anderson Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Saint Vrain Creek Recovery Project
Board of Trustees
The Board will consider a development plan agreement for Summit Housing and discuss requirements for Lake McIntosh water shares. Additionally, the meeting includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding vehicle impoundment and parking enforcement.
- Ordinance 1092: Vehicle impoundment, parking, and abandoned property enforcement
- Resolution 2021-07: Design services for 4th Avenue Pedestrian Bridge and street improvements
- Resolution 2021-12: Development Plan Agreement for Summit Housing
- Main Street Project Lake McIntosh water share request discussion
- Resolution 2021-13: Saint Vrain Creek Recovery Project design services
Ecology Advisory Board
The Ecology Advisory Board is meeting to discuss various environmental initiatives and updates. The agenda includes reviews of weed management, water projects, and the municipal code regarding wetland and riparian zones.
- Hazard Tree project at LMJ Park
- Municipal Code regarding Wetland and Riparian zones
- 2nd Ave Bridge trees and revegetation (no budget)
- Bohn Park bid for weed management practices
- Mapping and monitoring the prairie dog colony on Hall Ranch
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting to discuss flood recovery updates and various municipal code amendments. The body is deciding on ordinances regarding utility service termination, PUD-MU zoning districts, and vehicle impoundment.
- Ordinance 1093 concerning the termination of utility services
- Ordinance 1094 concerning PUD-MU Zoning Districts and PUD Overlay Districts
- Ordinance 1092 concerning vehicle impoundment and parking enforcement
- Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Longmont for a subterranean pump station
- Amendments to the 2nd Avenue Bridge Replacement Project agreement with Davey Tree Expert Company
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding utility service termination and PUD-MU zoning districts. The body will also consider a new ordinance for vehicle impoundment and parking enforcement. Additionally, the board will discuss water share requests for a Main Street development and DRCOG funding for trail and road improvements.
- Ordinance 1093: Termination of Utility Services
- Ordinance 1094: PUD-MU Zoning Districts and Overlay Districts
- Ordinance 1092: Vehicle Impoundment, Parking and Abandoned Vehicle Enforcement
- Resolution 2021-01: Construction Agreement amendments for 2nd Avenue Bridge Replacement
- Lake McIntosh Water Share Request for 400-402 Main Street
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees and PCDC will hold a joint workshop to discuss 2021 goals, priorities, and staffing needs. The body will also review Comprehensive Plan strategy and funding, as well as potential development projects for 2021 and beyond.
- Comprehensive Plan strategy and funding
- 2021 goals and priorities
- DRCOG TIP funding
- Highway 66 - PEL / Access Control Plan
- Staffing needs for 2021