Lyons public meetings in 2025

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 2025-21. This item concerns the proposed rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor (CEC) to a Planned Unit Development (PUD).

• Public hearing on Resolution 2025-21: Rezoning 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from CEC to PUD

The Planning & Community Development Commission approved its agenda, then unanimously approved Resolution 2025-21 rezoning 4651 and 4652 Ute Highway from Commercial Eastern Corridor to a Planned Unit Development. The meeting was then adjourned. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy to PUD (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Student Advisory Commission

The Student Advisory Commission will meet to select a chair, vice chair, and recording secretary. The group will also discuss suicide prevention resources and set the date for the next meeting.

• Selection of a Chair
• Selection of a Vice Chair
• Selection of a Recording Secretary
• Suicide Prevention Resources
• Next Meeting: January 15, 2025

The commission voted unanimously to appoint Niko as Chair, Wilma as Vice Chair, and Reagan as Recording Secretary. A motion to postpone discussion of suicide‑prevention resources to the next meeting also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Niko elected Chair (unanimous)
• Wilma elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Reagan elected Recording Secretary (unanimous)
• Motion to move Suicide Prevention Resources discussion to next meeting (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecology Advisory Board meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025 in Lyons, Colorado has been canceled. No actions or decisions will be taken at this time. The Commission will resume its regular meetings in January.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on increasing wastewater and stormwater utility rates by the Consumer Price Index and levying general property taxes for 2026. The meeting includes discussions on noise regulations, wireless communications facilities, and development agreements for 317 Evans and 402 Main Street.

• Ordinances 1206 and 1207: Increasing wastewater and stormwater utility rates by the CPI
• Resolution 2025-83: Levying general property taxes for the 2026 budget year
• Ordinance 1205: Amending regulations for unreasonable noise
• Resolution 2025-88: Development agreement for 402 Main Street
• Resolution 2025-86: Accepting a Strategic Fuels Mitigation Grant from Boulder County

The Board unanimously rescinded Resolution 2025‑82 and approved a new resolution levying general property taxes for the 2026 budget year. It also approved ordinances increasing wastewater and stormwater utility rates, and adopted a utility‑rate amendment ordinance. Additional ordinances on noise regulation, wireless communications facilities, and professional services were approved.

• Rescinded Resolution 2025‑82 and levied 2026 general property taxes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1200 to increase wastewater utility rates (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1204 to increase stormwater utility rates (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1208 allowing utility rate adjustments via resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1205 amending noise regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1209 regulating wireless communications facilities (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑84 renewing professional services with The Adams Group (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑85 providing additional appropriation for unanticipated revenues (consent agenda)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop with the Boulder County Assessor and an executive session regarding the 317 Evans Development Plan Agreement for the Lyons Lookout project.

• Executive session for Lyons Lookout, 317 Evans Development Plan Agreement
• Q&A with Boulder County Assessor
• Town Hall, 432 5th Avenue

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider the 2026 property tax mill levy for the Town of Lyons. Residents may provide testimony in person or submit written comments to the Town Clerk.

• Public hearing on 2026 property tax mill levy

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission will decide on the date, location, and communications support for a Go Electric Colorado community presentation. It will also continue work on the 2026 Priorities and Work Plan as outlined in the planning document. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and liaison reports.

• Determine date, location, and communications support for Go Electric Colorado community presentation
• Continue discussion of 2026 Priorities and Work Plan (Supporting Document: 2026 SFC Planning Document REV 1)
• Approval of minutes from the most recent meeting
• Liaison reports from UEB, CC4CA, RCAB, CEMEX, etc.
• BOT Liaison update by David Hamrick

The Sustainable Futures Commission recorded that the Board of Trustees approved a $2,500 allocation in the 2026 budget for low‑flow water‑efficient toilets. The Board also decided to opt out of a planned development because only six or seven buildable lots remain. Members agreed to postpone the Go Electric Colorado community presentation until the January meeting.

• Approved $2,500 for low‑flow water‑efficient toilets (2026 budget) – BOT decision
• Opted out of planned development due to only 6‑7 remaining buildable lots – BOT decision
• Postponed Go Electric Colorado community presentation to January meeting – Commission decision

Arts & Humanities Commission

The Arts & Humanities Commission discussed updates on local murals, the Lyons Creative District, and the Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund. The body also reviewed the 2026 budget allocation and upcoming art shows at the Library and Town Hall.

• Town of Lyons allocated $12,450 to the LAHC for the 2026 Budget
• Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund reached $25,000 required seed money
• Discussion of murals at the Broadway Annex and St. Vrain Trail Extension
• Sandstone bollard project involving images with QR codes to TOL website
• Current art shows: 'Earth and Ritual' at the Library and 'Earthly Delights' at Town Hall

The commission approved the November meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a $25,000 seed grant to launch the Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund. The Town of Lyons allocated $12,450 to the Arts & Humanities Commission for the 2026 budget.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 seed money for Artistic Pursuits Fund
• Allocated $12,450 to LAHC for 2026 budget

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning & Community Development Commission will hold a remote‑only workshop to discuss natural medicine. Participants will review the cover memo and a PDF titled "Local Schools and Buffer." No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on natural medicine (cover memo)
• Review of "Local Schools and Buffer" PDF

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for December has been cancelled. The Commission will resume regular meetings in January.

Housing & Human Services Commission

The Housing and Human Services Commission will not hold its regular meeting. Instead, it will host Senator Janice Marchman for a one‑hour presentation on anticipated statewide fiscal challenges and how they may affect Lyons, including possible changes to Proposition 123 funding and Medicaid reductions. Community members facing financial or service‑access issues are invited to attend.

• Presentation by Senator Janice Marchman on statewide fiscal challenges
• Possible changes to Proposition 123 funding
• Considerations of Medicaid reductions

Student Advisory Commission

The Student Advisory Commission will meet to select a Chair, Vice Chair, and Recording Secretary. The body will also continue training regarding its scope, responsibilities, and meeting protocol.

• Selection of a Chair
• Selection of a Vice Chair
• Selection of a Recording Secretary
• Review of Scope and Responsibilities
• Review of Meeting Protocol

The commission unanimously elected Niko as chair, Wilma as vice chair, and Reagan as recording secretary. A motion to move the suicide‑prevention resources discussion to the next meeting was also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Elected Niko as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Wilma as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Reagan as Recording Secretary (unanimous)
• Postponed suicide‑prevention resources discussion to next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities and Engineering Board will review draft minutes, hear staff reports on water and electric funds, and discuss water rate changes and pressure reducing valve setpoints. The board will also consider options for updating net metering policies for legacy solar installations.

• Review water rate changes and automatic CPI increases
• Discuss net metering options for legacy solar installations
• Update water model and pressure reducing valve setpoints
• Review electric fund financials and undergrounding projects
• Approve minutes from November 5, 2025 meeting

The Utilities & Engineering Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from prior meetings (6‑0 each). The Board approved CPI‑based rate increases for stormwater and wastewater services. A request for $25,000 from the Lyons Creative District to fund a director was denied. Construction hours were limited to weekdays 8 AM–7 PM with no work on weekends or holidays.

• Agenda approved unanimously (6-0)
• Minutes approved unanimously (6-0)
• CPI rate increases for stormwater and wastewater approved (no vote recorded)
• Lyons Creative District $25k director funding request denied
• Construction hours restricted to weekdays 8 AM–7 PM, no weekends/holidays

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing on Resolution 2025-82, which proposes levying general property taxes for the 2026 budget year. The meeting also includes staff reports, a second‑reading public hearing on Ordinance 1204 concerning construction hours and explosive permits, and first‑reading hearings on several utility rate increase ordinances and a wireless communications code amendment. A workshop on the Lyons Creative District Plans will precede the regular session.

• Public Hearing – Resolution 2025-82: levy general property taxes for the 2026 budget year
• 2nd Reading & Public Hearing – Ordinance 1204: amend construction hours and explosive permit regulations
• 1st Reading – Ordinance 1206: increase wastewater utility service rates by the Consumer Price Index
• 1st Reading – Ordinance 1207: increase stormwater utility service rates by the Consumer Price Index
• 1st Reading – Ordinance 1209: amend wireless communications facilities provisions

The board unanimously approved the 2026 general property tax levy, setting a mill levy of 16.670 percent and a $100 reduction in assessed value. It also adopted several ordinances, including updates to noise regulations, utility rate‑setting procedures, and wireless communication permits, all passing unanimously. An amendment to prohibit construction on holidays was rejected by a 5‑1 vote. All consent‑agenda items and two mayoral appointments were approved.

• Approved Resolution 2025-82 levying general property taxes for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1205 amending noise regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1208 allowing utility rate changes by resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1209 tightening permits for wireless communication facilities (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to ban construction on holidays (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda items including prior meeting minutes and accounts payable (unanimous)
• Appointed Amelia Hight to the Economic Vitality Commission (approved)
• Appointed Molly Schmidt to the Planning & Community Development Commission (approved)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a workshop to present the Lyons Creative District Plans. The agenda lists a presentation by the Board’s Creative District team. No formal actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Workshop presentation on Lyons Creative District Plans

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning & Community Development Commission will consider Resolution 2025-21, which recommends changing the zoning of 4651 and 4652 Ute Highway from Commercial Eastern Corridor to a Planned Unit Development (PUD). The commission will also review Resolution 2025-22, recommending that the Town Board adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 16, Article 11 of the municipal code on wireless communications facilities. Standard agenda items include roll call, approval of the agenda, audience business, public hearings, a consent agenda of the November 27, 2025 minutes, and general business.

• Rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor to PUD (Resolution 2025-21)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 16, Article 11 concerning wireless communications facilities (Resolution 2025-22)
• Consent agenda approving the November 27, 2025 PCDC minutes
• Public hearings scheduled as part of the meeting agenda
• Audience business item for public comments

Lyons Urban Renewal Authority

The Town of Lyons Urban Renewal Authority Board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026 budget. The budget was submitted on October 15, 2025, and is available for public inspection online or at Town Hall.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget

Lyons Urban Renewal Authority

The Town of Lyons Urban Renewal Authority will vote on Resolution 2025-03 to approve the third amendment to the redevelopment and reimbursement agreement with Moss Rock Development, LLC for the property at 349 Main Street. It will also consider Resolution 2025-04 to adopt the authority’s budget for the calendar year 2026. A draft redevelopment and reimbursement agreement with Roots To Revival, LLC for the property at 402 Main Street will be discussed. Routine items include approval of the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes and a consent agenda.

• Approve third amendment to Moss Rock Development, LLC agreement for 349 Main St.
• Adopt the LURA budget for calendar year 2026
• Discuss draft redevelopment agreement with Roots To Revival, LLC for 402 Main St.
• Approve October 16, 2025 LURA meeting minutes
• Consider consent agenda items

Economic Vitality Commission

The Economic Vitality Commission will review meeting logistics, receive updates on a historic demolition moratorium and a Main Street hotel project, and discuss amending zoning rules for short-term rentals in the Commercial Downtown zone.

• Discussion on amending Commercial Downtown zoning for short-term rentals
• Update on Historic Demo Moratorium and 402 Main St project
• Update on Moss Rock hotel project from Edna Johnson
• Review of meeting logistics and schedule for 2026
• Upcoming events: Tree Lighting, Artisan Market, and Parade of Lights

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecological Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on the Bee City Resolution and a noise ordinance. The board will discuss a potential project regarding river park ponds and beaver mitigation, as well as budget and event planning for 2026.

• Lyons V alley River Park Ponds/Beaver Mitigation-Flow Control Methods project
• 2026 budget and event planning
• Bee City Resolution update
• Noise Ordinance update
• Mountain Lion education presentation by David Neils

The board approved the Bee City USA application and accepted the EAB budget request, passing a resolution pending mayoral signature. An updated ordinance incorporating Bee City USA was also approved. No action was taken on the Haiku Box proposal, and several outreach and planning tasks were assigned.

• Bee City USA application approved by Board of Trustees
• EAB budget request accepted
• Resolution passed pending mayoral signature
• Updated ordinance incorporating Bee City USA approved
• Haiku Box proposal received no action
• Teagan assigned to contact event organizer David Neils
• Mia and Chelsea assigned to create Bee City outreach graphic
• John assigned to contact Floodplain Administrator Victoria Simonson

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on November 17, 2025, regarding the draft budget for 2026. Residents may inspect the draft budget online or at Town Hall and file comments prior to the budget's adoption.

• Public hearing on draft 2026 budget

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings and vote on the 2026 town budget (Resolution 2025-76) and the accompanying appropriations (Resolution 2025-77). It will also consider the rezoning of parcels 4651 and 4652 on Ute Highway (Ordinance 1203), adopt the 2026 fee schedule (Resolution 2025-79) and the 2026 classification and pay plan (Resolution 2025-80), and approve a professional services agreement with SAFEbuilt Colorado, LLC (Resolution 2025-81). Two workshops on the Stantec environmental assessment Phase II and a noise study will be presented before the regular meeting.

• Resolution 2025-76 – Adopt the 2026 town budget summarizing revenues and expenditures
• Resolution 2025-77 – Appropriation of funds for the 2026 budget year
• Ordinance 1203 (2nd reading) – Rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor to PUD CEC
• Resolution 2025-79 – Adopt the 2026 Town of Lyons fee schedule
• Resolution 2025-81 – Approve professional services agreement with SAFEbuilt Colorado, LLC for building department services

The Board approved the 2026 town budget (Resolution 2025-76) and the accompanying appropriation resolution (2025-77) with unanimous votes. It also continued the rezoning hearing for 4651‑4652 Ute Hwy to Dec. 15, approved a temporary gray‑water prohibition, and adopted new construction hour limits (7 a.m.–7 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. weekends/holidays). The consent agenda items, including Bee City USA designation, the 2026 fee schedule, and the 2026 employee classification and pay plan, were also approved.

• Approved 2026 town budget (Resolution 2025-76) – unanimous
• Approved appropriation of 2026 budget funds (Resolution 2025-77) – unanimous
• Continued rezoning hearing for 4651‑4652 Ute Hwy to Dec. 15 – unanimous
• Approved gray‑water prohibition ordinance (1202) – unanimous
• Approved construction hour limits ordinance (1204) – unanimous
• Approved amendment to boards and commissions ordinance (1201) – unanimous
• Accepted Bee City USA designation (Resolution 2025-78) – approved
• Adopted 2026 fee schedule and employee classification/pay plan – approved

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees meeting includes two workshop sessions. The first, from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, will present the Stantec Report on the Town Hall Environmental Assessment Phase II. The second, from 6:05 PM to 6:50 PM, will present a Noise Study and recent Colorado case law. The regular board meeting will follow these workshops and consider the provided documents.

• Stantec Report on Town Hall Environmental Assessment Phase II (documents: ESA II.PDF, Town Hall Phase 2 10-2025.PDF, Town Hall Phase 2 07-2024.PDF, CDPHE Site Nomination Form PDF)
• Noise Study & Recent Colorado Case Law presentation (documents: Noise Study PDF, Town of Lyons Noise and Music Venue Study PDF, Outdoor Music Study Summary 2025-11-17 PDF, Hobbs v. City of Salida (COLO 2025) PDF)
• Workshop sessions scheduled 5:30‑6:00 PM and 6:05‑6:50 PM before the regular board meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission discussed tying demolition permits to Major Development Plans for Main Street and reviewed a conditional $2,500 grant for outreach materials. The body also addressed the status of the Town Hall designation and the Comprehensive Plan review.

• Demo moratorium for Historic Main Street in place until May 2026
• Conditional $2,500 History Colorado grant for Designation Program marketing materials
• Discussion on tying demolition permits to a Major Development Plan
• Review of Lyons Town Hall historic designation application
• Comprehensive Plan review of 2025 progress notes

The commission reviewed updates on the Main Street demolition moratorium, the Ute Trail Marker event, and a conditional $2,500 grant from History Colorado. Members discussed next steps for the historic designation program and upcoming grant applications. No motions were voted on or approved during this session.

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider a resolution approving an encroachment easement agreement at 160 East Main Street. The agenda includes approval of the meeting agenda and general business.

• Resolution 2025-75: Approving encroachment easement agreement at 160 East Main Street
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• General business discussion

The Board of Trustees approved the meeting agenda and added audience business, both by unanimous vote. It then approved Resolution 2025-75, converting the revocable license at 160 E. Main St. into a permanent encroachment easement, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous motion.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Added audience business (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-75 easement agreement for 160 E. Main St. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Arts & Humanities Commission

The Arts and Humanities Commission will review the Lyons Creative District's operations, a new EV charging station in Sandstone Park, and upcoming public art events. The body also approved a $12,450 budget allocation for 2026.

• Lyons Creative District operations and engagement manager applications
• EV Charging station ribbon cutting in Sandstone Park
• Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund receives $2,500 from LCF
• Town of Lyons allocates $12,450 to LAHC for 2026 budget
• Priscilla's Party fundraising event planned for Nov 14

The commission unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. A green light was given to order materials and move forward with the Sandstone bollard project. The Town of Lyons allocated $12,450 to the Arts & Humanities Commission for the 2026 budget, with formal approval scheduled for November 17.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Green light to order materials for Sandstone bollard project
• Allocated $12,450 to LAHC for 2026 budget (approval to be finalized Nov 17)
• Received $2,500 LCF grant for Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the October meeting minutes and hold a public comment period. It will discuss new business items such as welcoming new trustee liaison Greg Lowell, the Parade of Lights, compostable dog waste, next steps for Dark Sky Places certification, Google Drive status, and how to speed up PRC meeting note reviews. A key agenda item is the review of the DRBOP land‑use and management plan, including its schedule and deliverables. The commission will also receive updates from the Board of Trustees liaison and the Parks and Public Works Director on feedback to the 2026 PRC budget requests and other project updates.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Welcome of new PRC Trustee Liaison member Greg Lowell
• Review of DRBOP land‑use and management plan (schedule and deliverables)
• Update on feedback to 2026 PRC budget requests
• Discussion of next steps for Dark Sky Places certification

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the October meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed several projects and initiatives but did not approve, deny, or table any of them. No items were added to the December agenda.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Housing & Human Services Commission

The Lyons Housing & Human Services Commission will receive an update on accessory dwelling units and review several old‑business items, including the Lyons Valley Townhomes project and the distribution of a Get Help Resource booklet. New business includes a feasibility study for a multijurisdictional housing authority, planning an enrollment event on December 3, and a discussion of SNAP impact presented by LEAF. The meeting also includes reports from staff, the mayor, and regional housing partners.

• Update – Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) – Lisa Ritchie, Town Planner
• Lyons Valley Townhomes – discussion led by Kay Sparks
• Get Help Resource booklet – printed distribution by Claudia Kean
• Feasibility of a Multijurisdictional Housing Authority – potential presentation in January
• Enrollment event – scheduled for December 3, organized by Willow Fitzgerald

The Housing & Human Services Commission voted unanimously to approve the agenda and the minutes from previous meetings. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates, discussion of upcoming events, and assignment of informational tasks.

• Approved agenda and minutes from past meetings (unanimous)

Student Advisory Commission

The commission will orient members to their roles and responsibilities. It will elect a chair, vice chair, and recording secretary. The group will also decide future meeting dates and times. The agenda includes routine approvals and a summary of action items.

• Selection of a Chair
• Selection of a Vice Chair
• Selection of a Recording Secretary
• Orientation to roles and responsibilities (board and commission training, scope review)
• Determine future meeting dates and times

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission will review its 2026 priorities and work plan, using the 2024 work plan and updated Comprehensive Plan priorities as reference. The meeting also includes updates on volunteers for the November 8 organics drop‑off event and routine liaison reports. No formal actions or approvals are scheduled.

• Focus Topic: Review 2026 Priorities and Work Plan (supporting documents: 2024 SFC Work Plan, Comp Plan Priorities List)
• Volunteer coordination for November 8 organics drop‑off event
• Liaison Reports from UEB, CC4CA, RCAB, CEMEX, etc.
• BOT Liaison Update presented by David Hamrick
• Staff Report presented by Kim Mitchell

The commission noted it lacked a quorum at the October 9 meeting, so no minutes or action items were recorded. The November 6 meeting focused on liaison reports, staff updates, volunteer coordination, and a discussion of 2026 priorities and work plan items. No motions were voted on, approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Lyons Utilities & Engineering Board will review the 3rd quarter financial statements and the 2026 utility fund budgets. Members will discuss incremental consumer price index rate increases and proposals for water and electric rate structures. The board voted unanimously to adopt a policy that all utility rates be changed by board resolution, with an added requirement for a public hearing. Additional items include a water line improvement and electric undergrounding project on Ewald and the sale of the former Apple Valley water‑treatment property for $350,000.

• Approve 3rd quarter financials for electric and water/sewer funds
• Review 2026 utility fund budgets and CPI‑based rate increase proposals
• Vote 6‑0 to set utility rates by board resolution with a public hearing requirement
• Water line improvement and electric undergrounding on Ewald to begin in two weeks
• Old Apple Valley water‑treatment property sold for $350,000

The board approved the agenda and the meeting minutes unanimously (5‑0). A motion by Gina Hardin asking the board to request a presentation from MEAN on how it manages Renewable Energy Credits failed because it received no second. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
• Minutes approved unanimously with amendment (5-0)
• Motion to request MEAN presentation on REC accounting failed (no second)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on modifying water rates and amending a real estate agreement. The body will also consider ordinances regarding board commissions and the prohibition of graywater systems.

• Ordinance 1199: Modifying language regarding water rates
• Ordinance 1200: Amendment to buy and sell agreement for 2186 Apple Valley Road and 0 N. St. Vrain Drive
• Ordinance 1202: Prohibiting the use of graywater and installation of graywater treatment works
• Resolution 2025-69: 2025 Affordable Housing Grant Agreement with Boulder County Housing Authority
• Rezoning request for 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor (CEC) to PUD CEC

The Board approved several ordinances, including a graywater ordinance that updates the municipal code and passes unanimously. It also approved an amendment to the real‑estate purchase agreement for Apple Valley Road by a 6‑1 vote. Additional ordinances on fire‑hydrant water use, board and commission updates, and a continuation of a rezoning request were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 1199 (code revisions) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1200 (real‑estate amendment for 2186 Apple Valley Rd) – 6‑1 (Trustee Lowell voted NO)
• Approved Ordinance 1201 (board and commission code update) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1202 (graywater definition and compliance) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1203 (continue rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy) – unanimous
• Approved agenda – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items (October minutes, accounts payable) – unanimous
• Entered and concluded executive session – unanimous

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss gray water legislation. The agenda includes a review of Ordinance 1202 regarding amendments to LMC Article 4 Wastewater Services.

• Ordinance 1202: Amending LMC Article 4 Wastewater Services

Board of Trustees

The Town of Lyons Board of Trustees will hold a Wildfire Resiliency Meeting on October 30, 2025 at the Lyons Regional Library, 451 4th Ave. The meeting notice was submitted by Town Clerk Dolores Vasquez. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in this notice.

• Wildfire Resiliency Meeting scheduled for Oct 30, 2025 at Lyons Regional Library (451 4th Ave)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a town hall gathering to present the Wildfire Resiliency Code and recommendations from the Wildfire Mitigation Ad Hoc Committee. The session includes a discussion on potential retroactive measures and a period for public feedback.

• Presentation on the Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Wildfire Mitigation Ad Hoc Committee recommendation
• Discussion of potential retroactive implementation measures

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Lyons Planning and Community Development Commission will vote on Resolution 2025‑21, which recommends rezoning parcels 4651 and 4652 on Ute Highway from the Commercial Eastern Corridor to a Planned‑Unit Development. The meeting also includes a public workshop to discuss updates to the town’s Wildfire Resiliency Code. Standard agenda items such as roll call, consent agenda, and staff report will also be addressed.

• Resolution 2025‑21: rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor to PUD
• Public workshop discussion on Wildfire Resiliency Code
• Consent agenda reviewing September 22, 2025 PCDC minutes
• Staff report (topic not specified)
• Audience business and public hearings

The Planning & Community Development Commission approved the meeting agenda and the September 22 consent‑agenda minutes unanimously. It voted to continue Resolution 2025‑21, which would rezone 4651 and 4652 Ute Hwy from Commercial Eastern Corridor to a Planned Unit Development, moving the hearing to November 24, 2025. All motions passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 6:06 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 22 consent‑agenda minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Resolution 2025‑21 rezoning of 4651 & 4652 Ute Hwy to Nov 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 pm (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees will hold a two‑day workshop on Oct. 22‑23 to receive presentations on the town’s draft 2026 budget. Supporting documents, including the draft budget and a presentation agenda, are provided for review. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2026 Draft Budget Document (PDF)
• Budget Workshop Support Documents (PDF)
• Budget Presentation Agenda (PDF)
• Live‑stream of presentations at www.townoflyons.com/livestream

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecological Advisory Board will review the Board and Commissions Comprehensive Plan and a revision to the EAB Establishment clause. The board is also discussing a Bee City application and a letter of support regarding Colorado herbicide and pesticide preemption laws.

• Bee City Application for Board of Trustees meeting on November 3, 2025
• Lyons letter of support regarding Colorado herbicide and pesticide preemption laws
• Revision to the EAB Establishment clause
• Board and Commissions Comp plan review
• Follow-up on Noise Ordinance

The Ecology Advisory Board approved the September 2025 meeting minutes without objection. The board also voted unanimously not to renew the Intergovernmental Agreement, opting to handle annexation independently. No other formal approvals or denials were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Voted not to renew Intergovernmental Agreement (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the formation of a Dark Sky Certification Coalition and establish processes for community feedback and board coordination. Staff will provide updates on 2026 budget requests and the municipal code.

• Formation of Dark Sky Certification Coalition
• Feedback on 2026 PRC Budget Requests
• Review of PRC submittals on comprehensive plan, budget, and municipal code
• Formalization of the PRC co-chair role
• Introduction of new Trustee Liaison Greg Lowell

The commission approved the meeting minutes. The Board of Trustees voted to install an electric‑vehicle charging station in Sandstone Park. Greg Lowell was appointed as the new BOT liaison. No vote counts were recorded for these actions.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Sandra, seconded by Eva)
• BOT approved installation of EV charging station in Sandstone Park (vote tally not recorded)
• Appointed Greg Lowell as new BOT liaison
• Clarified PRC co‑chair role: Sandra designated as vice chair

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on annexing and zoning property at 4497 Ute Highway and a major development plan for 402 Main Street. The body will also discuss utility rate increases and an affordable housing grant agreement with Boulder County Housing Authority.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1196 and 1197 regarding annexation and commercial zoning of 4497 Ute Highway
• Public hearing for Resolution 2025-69 regarding a new building at 402 Main Street
• Ordinance 1199 to modify municipal code language regarding water rates
• Ordinance 1200 to amend a real estate buy/sell agreement for 2186 Apple Valley Road and 0 N. St. Vrain Road
• Resolution 2025-74 regarding a 2025 Affordable Housing Grant Agreement with Boulder County Housing Authority

The Board unanimously approved a $900,000 affordable‑housing grant agreement with Boulder County Housing Authority. It also approved a major development plan for a new mixed‑use building at 402 Main Street. Several annexation and code‑cleanup ordinances were continued or adopted, and the Board agreed to draft a letter supporting centralized mail delivery.

• Approved Resolution 2025-74 Affordable Housing Grant Agreement ($900K) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 2025-69 Major Development Plan for new building at 402 Main St – unanimous
• Continued Ordinance 1196 (Annexation of 4497 Ute Hwy) to Jan 20 2026 – unanimous
• Continued Ordinance 1197 (Annexation of 4497 Ute Hwy to Commercial Eastern Corridor) to Jan 20 2026 – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1199 removing/amending water‑rate code sections – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1200 amendment to real‑estate agreement for 2186 Apple Valley Rd and N. St. Vrain Dr – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda items (Oct 6 minutes and accounts payable) – unanimous
• Board concurred to prepare a letter of support for centralized mail delivery at 402 Main St

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold workshops to discuss electric time-of-use implementation and incremental utility rate increases. The meeting also covers a 2025 affordable housing grant agreement and a request for mail delivery support.

• Incremental utility rate increase discussion
• Electric Time of Use implementation
• 2025 Affordable Housing Grant Agreement with Boulder County Housing Authority
• Letter of support for centralized mail delivery at 402 Main Street
• Lyons General Store mail service presentation

Lyons Urban Renewal Authority

The Lyons Urban Renewal Authority will consider approving a redevelopment and reimbursement agreement with 4455 W. Colfax, LLC for the property at 402 Main Street. The agenda also includes a discussion on the 2026 budget and updates on agreements with Moss Rock Development.

• Approval of 2026 LURA budget document
• Discussion on redevelopment agreement for 402 Main Street
• Update from Moss Rock Development
• Approval of September 18, 2025 LURA meeting minutes

Utilities & Engineering Board

The board will discuss updates to water and electric time-of-use rates. Members will also review wastewater treatment facility upgrades and the board's roles and responsibilities within the Lyons Municipal Code.

• Water Rates continued discussion
• Electric Time of Use (TOU) Rates update
• Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) upgrades
• UEB Roles and Responsibilities in Lyons Municipal Code
• Draft PRV Pressure Setting and Water Model

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes with a 6-0 vote. The board also approved a recommendation that all utility rates be set by board resolution and require public hearings, also by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (6-0)
• Utility rates to be set by board resolution with public hearings approved unanimously (6-0)

Economic Vitality Commission

The Economic Vitality Commission will approve minutes from its last meeting, receive a sales tax and 2026 budget update from Finance Director Cassey Eyestone, and hear a recap of the Main Street Managers Summit. It will discuss the 2025 Economic Vitality Commission Comprehensive Plan Review, including its three strategic goals for local businesses, tourism, and downtown. The commission will also review any new updates on 402 Main St, a hotel project, and upcoming community events.

• Approve minutes from the most recent meeting
• Sales tax and 2026 budget update from Finance Director Cassey Eyestone
• Main Street Managers Summit update
• Review of 2025 EVC Comprehensive Plan and its three strategies
• Updates on 402 Main St project and hotel plans

The Economic Vitality Commission voted to approve the minutes from the previous meeting, with the motion passed unanimously. The remainder of the session consisted of updates on budget surveys, economic development projects, and community initiatives, but no additional actions were formally decided.

• Approved previous month's minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the future of a demolition moratorium and historic district designation for Main Street. Staff will also report on a pending grant for preservation materials and the status of Town Hall designation.

• Demo moratorium in place until May 2026
• HPC to provide recommendations within 4 weeks
• History Colorado grant pending ($2,500)
• Town Hall designation application ready
• Comprehensive Plan review discussion

The commission voted to approve the September 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the committee provided updates on the Main Street demolition moratorium, a pending $2,500 History Colorado grant, and upcoming planning items.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission is reviewing updates on several public art installations and fundraising efforts. Members are discussing next steps for the municipal flag contest and the installation of murals and charging stations.

• Lyons Municipal Flag contest: discussion of top 4 designs for Oct 20th BOT meeting
• EV Charging station in Sandstone Park: delivery planned for Oct 21st
• Android Jones mural: installation scheduled for end of October pending temperature
• Farmette dinner bar sales and tips generated $1,314.97
• Priscilla Cohan Artistic Pursuits Fund: fundraising event planned for Nov 14th

The commission approved the September meeting minutes with unanimous support. No other formal actions were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on murals, grant funding, upcoming events, and other projects.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous yes)

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning & Community Development Commission will hold a public workshop to review the 2025 update to the Comprehensive Plan implementation. The meeting will focus on land use goals and is streamed online.

• Public workshop on Comprehensive Plan implementation
• Review of land use goals
• Document: COMP PLAN PCDC REVIEW.PDF
• Document: COVER MEMO - COMP PLAN IMPLEMENTATION 2025 UPDATE.PDF

Housing & Human Services Commission

The Lyons Housing & Human Services Commission will review updates on accessory dwelling units, consider disaster‑preparedness needs, and evaluate the feasibility of a multijurisdictional housing authority. New business includes a proposal for a 2025 Behavioral Health Tax Initiative. The meeting also includes reports from staff, the mayor, and regional partners.

• Update on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) presented by Town Planner Lisa Ritchie
• Discussion of Lyons Valley Townhomes project (Kay Sparks)
• Disaster preparedness – need for further presentations
• Feasibility study of a multijurisdictional housing authority – potential November presentation
• 2025 Behavioral Health Tax Initiative

The Housing & Human Services Commission unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The board also formally endorsed the 2025 Behavioral Health Tax Initiative, expressing hope it will pass. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved agenda and minutes from past meetings (unanimous)
• Endorsed 2025 Behavioral Health Tax Initiative (board endorsement)

Sustainable Futures Commission

The commission will discuss the 2026 Priorities and Work Plan. The meeting includes staff reports on sustainability and circular economy grants, as well as waste diversion efforts.

• 2026 Priorities and Work Plan focus topic
• Circular Economy Grant report
• Sustainability Grant report
• Yard Waste Diversion event in November
• Limb Drop Off event on Oct 18 from 8 am to noon

The Sustainable Futures Commission did not have a quorum at the October 9, 2025 meeting. Because a quorum was not present, no minutes or action items were recorded. Consequently, no decisions were made during this session.

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on a proposed Boulder County mental health tax ballot question, discuss e-bike regulations, and consider amending water rate language. The meeting also includes a workshop on deed-restricted buyout parcels and a construction contract for Ewald Avenue infrastructure.

• Public hearing on proposed Boulder County mental health tax ballot question
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1198A amending e-bike regulations
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1199 modifying water rate language
• Construction contract award to DeFalco for Ewald Ave undergrounding
• Supplemental budget appropriation for 2025 unanticipated revenues

The Board approved the meeting agenda by a unanimous motion. No vote was taken on the proposed mental‑health sales‑tax ballot question. The board decided to keep the existing R1 zoning for the Confluence area. No other actions were formally adopted.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Board decided to keep R1 zoning in Confluence (no vote recorded)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on the Deed Restricted Buy Out Parcels (DRBOP) to review background information and current concerns, referencing several related documents. A second workshop will consider proposed amendments to the scopes and responsibilities of town boards and commissions within the Lyons Municipal Code. The regular board meeting will follow, where the Board may adopt or act on the DRBOP plan and the commission scope amendments.

• Workshop: Deed Restricted Buy Out Parcels (DRBOP) – background and current concerns (documents include FINAL_DRBOP_PLAN.PDF, 2017-155 ADOPTING DRBOP PLAN.PDF, etc.)
• Workshop: Proposed amendments to boards and commission scopes and responsibilities in the Lyons Municipal Code
• Regular Board meeting may adopt the DRBOP plan
• Regular Board meeting may adopt updates to board and commission responsibilities

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application for a property at 441 Stickney Street. The board will decide whether to approve or deny the request for a corner side setback variance.

• Public hearing for corner side setback variance at 441 Stickney Street submitted by Patrick and Vanessa Hofmann

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board will discuss proposed revisions to residential and non‑residential water rates, including new base fees and tiered usage charges. Staff will present updates on wastewater treatment facility upgrades and a draft pressure‑setting model for the water system. The agenda also includes a review of the 2026 town budget, LED street‑lighting funding, and a link to documents on the wastewater and PRV projects.

• Proposed water‑rate changes: residential base $29.10, tiered rates $6.07‑$9.25 per 1,000 gal; out‑of‑town residential base $47.65, tiered rates $8.61‑$13.38 per 1,000 gal; non‑residential base $29.10 plus usage charges
• Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) upgrade – contractor bid selected over JVA
• Draft PRV pressure‑setting and water model (documents linked via Google Drive)
• LED street‑lighting included in the 2026 budget discussion
• 2026 budget review and time‑of‑use electric rate conversion planning

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from past meetings with a unanimous vote of six to zero. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded, and the meeting was ended early due to technical difficulties.

• Approved agenda and minutes (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will report on the status of the temporary demolition‑permit moratorium for the historic downtown area and consider next steps based on property‑owner feedback. It will also receive an update on the $2,500 History Colorado grant for historic‑preservation outreach materials, which remains pending. New business includes a proposal for Creative District initiatives tied to upcoming grant applications for the town’s sesquicentennial celebrations.

• Moratorium update: resolution passed; joint recommendation on demolition moratorium for historic downtown pending Board review
• History Colorado grant: $2,500 for historic preservation outreach materials, funding pending, project due June 1, 2027
• Lyons Town Hall historic designation application is ready for signing
• Creative District Initiatives: LCD 2026 programming theme and grant application for portable "Face in the Hole" photo props
• Ute Trail Marker commemorative event update

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August meeting. The commission passed a resolution establishing a temporary moratorium on demolition permits in the historic downtown area. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moratorium resolution on historic downtown demolitions passed

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Lyons Planning and Community Development Commission will vote on Resolution 2025-20-PCDC, which recommends approval of a major development plan for the property at 402 Main Street to allow a two‑story commercial and office building. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, audience business, public hearings, consent agenda, and approval of the August 11, 2025 minutes.

• Resolution 2025-20-PCDC: recommendation to approve major development plan for 402 Main St (two‑story commercial/office building)
• Cover memo and application documents for 402 Main St submitted for review
• Architectural plans and written description submitted on August 17‑18, 2025
• Referral reviews from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Education Advisory Board, SVVSD, UEB, Utilities Director, and CDOT
• Consent agenda and approval of August 11, 2025 PCDC minutes

The commission voted to approve Resolution 2025-20, which recommends approval of the major development plan for 402 Main St. They also approved adding the UEB recommendations to the resolution. The consent agenda, including the August 11, 2025 PCDC minutes, was approved unanimously. No other business was taken.

• Approved Resolution 2025-20 recommending approval of major development plan at 402 Main St (unanimous)
• Approved motion to include UEB recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved August 11, 2025 PCDC minutes as part of consent agenda (unanimous)

Lyons Urban Renewal Authority

The Lyons Urban Renewal Authority will approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss an information item about the Lyons Area Urban Renewal Plan and its potential tax increment generation. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Information item on Lyons Area Urban Renewal Plan and tax increment generation

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Board will review proposed changes to water rates and charges, including the removal of non-metered service rates. The meeting also includes the submission of the 2025 UEB Budget.

• Proposed removal of Sec. 13-3-50 regarding non-metered service rates
• Proposed requirement for all water meters to be installed outside in meter pits
• Discussion of 2025 UEB Budget submission
• Proposal to move the fire department from a flat monthly rate of $58.60 to non-residential rates

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the agenda and the minutes from past meetings. The vote was unanimous, 7-0. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda and minutes (7-0)

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecological Advisory Board will finalize budget requests and comments on the 2025 Comp Plan Review. The board is also reviewing a proposed Planned Unit Development and the Grouse Mountain Bypass Study.

• Review of proposed Planned Unit Development for 4651 and 4652 Ute Highway and 403 Main Street
• Finalization of EAB Budget Requests
• Finalization of comments on the 2025 Comp Plan Review
• Review of Grouse Mountain Bypass Study
• Bee City Application status and timeline

The Ecology Advisory Board approved the August meeting minutes after a motion by Teagan Johnson-Moore and a second by John Thomas. The board also retroactively approved June and July meeting minutes by vote due to prior quorum issues. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August meeting minutes (motion by Teagan, seconded by John)
• Approved June meeting minutes retroactively via vote
• Approved July meeting minutes retroactively via vote
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Board of Trustees

The Board will hold public hearings on Ordinance 1196 to annex the parcel at 4497 Ute Highway and Ordinance 1197 to zone it to the Commercial Eastern Corridor. A first‑reading hearing will consider Ordinance 1198 amending the e‑bike classification rules. The meeting also includes a resolution awarding a streambank repair contract for Lavern M. Johnson Park and discussion of the Boulder County land‑use intergovernmental agreement.

• 2nd Reading – Public Hearing – Ordinance 1196: annexation of 4497 Ute Highway to the Town of Lyons
• 2nd Reading – Public Hearing – Ordinance 1197: zoning 4497 Ute Highway to the Commercial Eastern Corridor
• 1st Reading – Public Hearing – Ordinance 1198: amendment to the e‑bike classification in the Municipal Code
• Resolution 2025‑66: award of construction agreement to Naranjo Civil Constructors for Lavern M. Johnson Park streambank repairs (Project 25‑LMJSTREAMBANK‑01)
• Discussion on Boulder County Land Use Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA)

The Board of Trustees approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and public comments on wildfire resilience, the sheriff’s office budget, and the Boulder County land‑use intergovernmental agreement.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will receive an update from the Wildfire Urban Interface (WUI) Taskforce and consider the State Wildfire Resiliency Code (WRC) recommendation. They will also discuss the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office budget and the proposed 2026 law‑enforcement contract, reviewing related documents including the historical sheriff budget. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the items are slated for discussion.

• Wildfire Urban Interface (WUI) Taskforce update and State Wildfire Resiliency Code recommendation (see COVER WILDFIRE MITIGATION COMMITTEE.PDF and WILDFIRE MITIGATION AD HOC COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION.PDF)
• Boulder County Sheriff’s Office budget and 2026 law‑enforcement contract discussion (see BOULDER COUNTY SHERIFF MEMO - 2026 LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACT.PDF)
• Review of historical sheriff budget (see HISTORICAL SHERIFF BUDGET.PDF)

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission will review liaison reports, discuss budget requests for 2026, and set priorities for the upcoming year. The group will also address a grant application deadline for a circular economy fund.

• Review liaison reports from UEB, CC4CA, RCAB, and CEMEX
• Discuss budget requests for 2026
• Set 2026 priorities and work plan
• Circular Economy Grant applications due September 30
• Review website updates

The Sustainable Futures Commission approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The commission discussed website updates, budget requests, a circular‑economy grant, and a comprehensive plan review, but no formal actions or votes were recorded on those items. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Vitality Commission

The Commission is discussing its work as it relates to the Comprehensive Plan and reviewing three specific strategies for business prosperity and tourism. The meeting also includes updates on town budget priorities and sales tax data.

• Year-to-date sales tax increase of 7% ($57,700)
• Discussion on demolition moratorium and noise ordinance status
• Wayfinding project update regarding auto-directional signs and CDOT approval
• Review of 402 Main St and hotel updates
• Discussion of business support strategies for the slower season

The Economic Vitality Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The Town Board approved an eight‑month demolition moratorium, passing 5‑2. The commission noted a 7% increase in sales tax through June ($57,700) and discussed the need for new revenue sources, including commercial development and a potential hotel.

• Approved previous month's minutes (unanimous)
• Approved eight‑month demolition moratorium (5‑2)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to provide advisory comments on a major development plan. The commission will evaluate the project's compatibility with the surrounding historic character and the Lyons Historic District.

• Referral request for major development plan at 402 Main Street

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission is reviewing and voting on 2026 budget requests totaling $68,750. The body is also coordinating upcoming art shows and the installation of a new mural.

• 2026 budget requests including $20,000 for Creative Community Art Hub/Visitor Center and $18,000 for heARTS of LYONS
• Android Jones mural installation scheduled for the last week of September on the North Wall
• Voting on ten submissions for the Lyons Municipal Flag contest
• Tandem Opening Reception for 'Earth and Ritual' and 'Earthly Delights' art shows on October 8th
• Planned new electrical box Creative Outlet at the Fire Station

The commission unanimously approved the August meeting minutes. The Board of Trustees approved the Android Jones mural for the North Wall, with installation slated for the last week of September. The commission selected four flag‑design ideas and suggested minor modifications.

• Approved August meeting minutes unanimously
• BOT approved Android Jones mural for North Wall (installation late September)
• LAHC selected four municipal flag design ideas with modification recommendations

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission achieved quorum and approved the previous meeting minutes. The board discussed feedback on the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, the 2026 budget request, and several upcoming projects and events. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees will consider Ordinance 1198 to approve an agreement for the sale of two parcels of real estate located at 2186 Apple Valley Road and 0 St. Vrain N. to Richard Barth Himmestein.

• Ordinance 1198: Approving sale of 2186 Apple Valley Road and 0 St. Vrain N.
• Agreement to buy and sell real estate with Richard Barth Himmestein
• Special meeting scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM

The Board of Trustees held the first reading of Ordinance 1‑198, which authorizes the purchase and sale of real estate at 2186 Apple Valley Road and 0 St. Vrain N. with Richard Barth Himmelstein. The motion to approve the ordinance passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 1‑198 for 2186 Apple Valley Road & 0 St. Vrain N. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Housing & Human Services Commission

The Housing & Human Services Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from previous meetings by unanimous vote. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion items.

• Approved agenda and past minutes (unanimously)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes (5‑0). It accepted the DRCOG housing‑needs study (6‑1) and passed an 8‑month moratorium on building demolitions (5‑2). The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the Major Development Plan for 402 Main Street and the PUD plan for 4651/4652 Ute Highway, each with no objections (5‑0). A discussion of the 2026 budget was tabled for the next meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (5‑0)
• DRCOG housing needs study accepted (6‑1)
• Building demolitions moratorium approved (5‑2)
• 402 Main St Major Development Plan approved with conditions (5‑0)
• 4651/4652 Ute Highway PUD plan approved with conditions (5‑0)
• Streetlight study accepted
• 2026 budget discussion tabled
• Apple Valley water main improvements moved to 2027

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop on 2026 budget priorities followed by a regular meeting. Key agenda items include public hearings on water rights and the annexation and zoning of 4497 Ute Highway.

• Ordinance 1196 and 1197: Annexation and Commercial Eastern Corridor (CEC) zoning of 4497 Ute Highway
• Ordinance 1195: Modifying water rights dedication requirements
• Resolution 2025-47: Temporary moratorium on demolition permits in the Downtown Commercial District
• Resolution 2025-61: Opting into the DRCOG Regional Housing Needs Assessment
• Executive Session: Sale of town-owned property at 2186 Apple Valley Rd

The Lyons Board of Trustees voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 1‑195, amending water rights dedication requirements. It also approved Ordinance 1‑196 annexing 4497 Ute Highway and Ordinance 1197 zoning that property to the Commercial Eastern Corridor. Additional consent‑agenda items and related amendments were also approved without dissent.

• Approved Ordinance 1‑195 (water rights dedication amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1‑196 (annexation of 4497 Ute Highway) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1197 (zoning of 4497 Ute Highway to Commercial Eastern Corridor) (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: Resolutions 2025‑63, 2025‑64, 2025‑65, August 18 minutes, and accounts payable (unanimous)
• Added amendment clarifying Lake Mac share discretion (unanimous)
• Added amendment on housing‑goal policy (unanimous)
• Approved amended resolution as presented (unanimous)

Economic Vitality Commission

The Economic Vitality Commission did not record any formal approvals, denials, or votes. Members identified several follow‑up items, including appointing a new member, gathering cost estimates for signage, and developing the PayLocal platform. No decisions requiring a vote were documented.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the June meeting. The motion was made by Jen, seconded by Grace, and passed unanimously. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecology Advisory Board discussed ongoing studies, staff reports, and upcoming projects but did not adopt any new measures. Members were assigned follow‑up actions, such as contacting Resource Central about the Garden in a Box program and evaluating a noise‑ordination consultant. The only formal motion was to adjourn the meeting, which was approved. No votes or approvals on policy items were recorded.

• Motion to adjourn approved (motion by Teagan Johnson-Moore, seconded by Chelsea Lees)

Board of Trustees

The Lyons Board of Trustees swore in new Trustee Leigh Williams and approved the meeting agenda. Several ordinances were passed unanimously, including a feather‑banner sign amendment, the annexation and zoning of 4497 Ute Highway, and a change to the water‑rights dedication policy. The consent agenda was approved with amendments, adopting a state REDI grant for the visitor center and extending the comprehensive development plan, while the board also continued discussion on the regional housing needs assessment.

• Swore in newly appointed Trustee Leigh Williams (no vote required)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 1194 to allow feather banner signs (unanimously)
• Continued to a date certain Ordinance 1196 annexing 4497 Ute Highway (unanimously)
• Continued to a date certain Ordinance 1197 zoning the annexed property (unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 1195 modifying water rights dedication requirements (unanimously)
• Approved amended consent agenda, including Resolution 2025-59 (REDI grant) and 2025-60 (planning area extension) (unanimously)
• Continued to a date certain Resolution 2025-61 on DRCOG regional housing assessment (unanimously)

Sustainable Futures Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous consent. Jeff Christy volunteered and was accepted as the group recorder. A vote on the municipal code review was proposed and the group agreed to it. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Jeff Christy assigned as recorder
• Vote on municipal code review approved by group
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Ken)

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission approved the July meeting minutes unanimously. It approved the designs for Brent Hollingsead’s mural on the Broadway Annex west wall. The LAHC agreed to compile a list of local artists for utility‑box painting projects. The fundraising deadline for the Artistic Pursuits Fund was extended to the end of 2026.

• July meeting minutes approved (unanimous)
• Mural designs for Broadway Annex west wall approved
• LAHC will create a list of local artists for utility‑box projects
• Artistic Pursuits Fund $25,000 deadline extended to end of 2026

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning & Community Development Commission approved three resolutions: a sign‑code amendment to allow feather banners, the annexation of 4497 Ute Highway, and Commercial East Corridor zoning for the same property. All motions passed unanimously. The commission also approved the meeting agenda, the June 23 minutes, and recorded a commissioner resignation.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Commissioner Williams resignation announced (effective immediately)
• Approved Resolution 2025-17 to amend sign code for feather banners (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-18 annexing 4497 Ute Highway (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-19 zoning 4497 Ute Highway to Commercial East Corridor (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review budget request information for 2026 and provide feedback on the Parks and Rec Comprehensive Plan. Members will also review and suggest changes to the Lyons Municipal Code language regarding the commission.

• Review of 2026 budget request information
• Feedback on Parks and Rec Comprehensive Plan
• Review of Lyons Municipal Code language for P&R Commission
• Welcome of new member Eric Friedman

The commission approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting. New member Eric Friedman was welcomed and upcoming events such as Lights Off Lyons (Aug 16) and the Orchard Ice Cream and Pie Festival (Aug 30) were discussed. Staff presented budget request procedures, comprehensive‑plan feedback opportunities, trail‑project updates, and code review items, but no additional formal approvals or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview and select a candidate to fill a vacancy on the board. The selected individual will be appointed at the regular meeting on August 18, 2025.

• Review of applications from Phi Houle, Julie Jacobs, and Leigh Williams
• Interviews of trustee applicants by the Board of Trustees
• Public comments on applicants

The Board approved its agenda unanimously. After interviewing two applicants, the clerk confirmed Leigh Williams as the majority choice to fill the vacant trustee seat. A motion to appoint Williams was moved, seconded, and passed unanimously, with the appointment to be ratified at the August 18, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Leigh Williams to fill Board of Trustees vacancy (unanimous, to be ratified Aug 18)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The board also voted 6‑0 to approve the annexation of the 4497 Ute Highway site, noting only a concern about the existing septic system. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approve agenda and minutes (6-0)
• Approve annexation of 4497 Ute Highway property, pending septic concerns (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously approved the entertainment liquor license for Lionscrest Manor and the hotel/restaurant liquor license for Lyons Locale (3‑1 vote). It also unanimously approved the annexation of 4497 Ute Highway and its zoning change to the Commercial Eastern Corridor. The Board closed the Board of Trustees and reopened it as the Lyons Liquor Licensing Authority, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions on the consent agenda.

• Approved entertainment liquor license for Lionscrest Manor (unanimous)
• Approved hotel/restaurant liquor license for Lyons Locale (3‑1)
• Approved annexation of 4497 Ute Highway to Lyons (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change of 4497 Ute Highway to Commercial Eastern Corridor (unanimous)
• Closed Board of Trustees and reopened as Lyons Liquor Licensing Authority (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance allowing feather banner signs (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement for Open Space Fire Mitigation (consent agenda, item pulled but motion passed)
• Authorized Mayor to join Colorado Opioids Settlement MOU (consent agenda)

Board of Trustees

The board adopted Resolution 2025-47, placing a temporary moratorium on demolition permits in the downtown commercial district through August 4, 2025. It also approved Resolution 2025-49 to accept the 2024 audit, Resolution 2025-50 to accept the Flagstone Culvert Stormwater Study, Resolution 2025-51 to accept public improvements from Summit Housing, Resolution 2025-52 to award a construction agreement to TFW Construction, LLC for PRV‑5 upgrades, Resolution 2025-53 to award a noise‑study contract to EDL, Inc., and Resolution 2025-54 to approve an amendment to the professional services agreement with Horrocks Engineering for the St. Vrain Trail Extension. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2025-47: temporary demolition‑permit moratorium in downtown Lyons (until Aug 4, 2025)
• Approved Resolution 2025-49: acceptance of the 2024 audit
• Approved Resolution 2025-50: acceptance of the Flagstone Culvert Stormwater Study
• Approved Resolution 2025-51: acceptance of public improvements from Summit Housing
• Approved Resolution 2025-52: awarded construction agreement to TFW Construction, LLC for PRV‑5 upgrades
• Approved Resolution 2025-53: awarded noise‑study contract to EDL, Inc.
• Approved Resolution 2025-54: approved amendment to professional services agreement with Horrocks Engineering for St. Vrain Trail Extension

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from prior meetings with a unanimous vote of six to zero. The board also tabled the Street Light Study because of time constraints. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved (6-0)
• Street Light Study tabled (no vote recorded)

Economic Vitality Commission

The Economic Vitality Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A discussion was held on amending temporary sign restrictions, but no action was taken. The commission recorded the Board of Trustees' decision to allocate BRF funds for savings, a speed‑trailer/VMS sign, outdoor furniture, a noise study, and additional wayfinding. The board is also considering a temporary demolition‑permit moratorium for historic downtown properties.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted BOT allocation of BRF funds: $24K saved, $18K speed‑trailer/VMS sign, $8K grant match for outdoor furniture, $10‑12K noise study, $10‑12K additional wayfinding

Ecology Advisory Board

The board postponed approval of the June minutes and delayed July minutes approval until August. It accepted the Broadway culvert condition report, elected Teagan as SRCAP chair (Chelsea as vice‑chair), and directed Bob to begin the pollinator initiative application. The board also scheduled the informal opening of the McConnell‑to‑Hwy 36 trail for early August, set bank‑stabilization work at LaVerne Johnson Park for September‑November, and tabled Chapter 4 discussion.

• June minutes approval postponed
• July minutes approval delayed until August
• Broadway culvert report accepted
• Teagan elected SRCAP chair; Chelsea elected vice‑chair
• Bob to start pollinator initiative application
• Informal opening of McConnell‑to‑Hwy 36 trail planned for early August
• Bank‑stabilization work at LaVerne Johnson Park scheduled Sep–Nov
• Chapter 4 discussion tabled

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission met on July 10, 2025 to hear liaison and staff reports and to discuss a range of ongoing topics, including green building, wildfire mitigation, and water infrastructure. No motions were moved, no votes were taken, and no approvals or denials were recorded. The meeting concluded with a review of upcoming events and a reminder of the remaining 2025 meeting dates.

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the June meeting minutes. A motion by Claudia to have the Arts & Humanities Commission support Tyler's Simply Bee Conservation project was approved by all members. The commission also approved the local Broadway mural submission by Brent Hollingseab. A $16,500 grant for the Lyons Creative District was noted.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LAHC support for Tyler's Simply Bee Conservation project (all in favor)
• Approved Broadway mural artistic submission by Brent Hollingseab (all in favor)
• Allocated $16,500 grant for Lyons Creative District
• Moved Android Jones mural start date to September 29, 2025
• Rescheduled bollard painting to next week
• Scheduled Library and Town Hall Art Show opening reception for July 23 at 4:30 pm

Board of Trustees

The Trustees unanimously approved the annexation application for 4497 Ute Hwy. They also set July 21, 2025 as the date for a temporary demolition‑permit moratorium in the downtown commercial district. Additional actions included accepting a legacy sculpture donation, appointing two members to the Ecology Advisory Board, and directing staff on fire‑mitigation, security cameras, e‑bike policy, and the Flagstone Culvert study.

• Approved Resolution 2025-46 annexation of 4497 Ute Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved July 21, 2025 date for temporary demolition‑permit moratorium (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-45 accepting legacy sculpture "Shea" (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral appointments of John Thomas and Mia Glover to Ecology Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Directed staff to obtain bids for fire‑mitigation goat project on Martin Parcel (unanimous)
• Approved use of off‑the‑shelf security camera equipment (unanimous)
• Deferred e‑bike classification decision until full board meeting on Aug 4 (unanimous)
• Accepted Flagstone Culvert Study report and will develop cost/funding plan (unanimous)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously (5-0). The Utilities & Engineering Board recommended that the Board of Trustees accept the Stormwater Box Culvert study report and the accompanying cost spreadsheet, and consider giving higher priority to some high‑concern areas (6-0). No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda and minutes (5-0)
• Recommended BOT accept Stormwater Box Culvert report with cost spreadsheet and prioritize high‑concern areas (6-0)

Planning & Community Development Commission

The Planning & Community Development Commission voted unanimously to withdraw rezoning applications for 124 Fourth Avenue and two sections of 341 Park Street. The commission also approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were taken.

• Withdraw rezoning applications for 124 Fourth Ave and 341 Park St – withdrawn (unanimous)
• Approve June 9, 2025 PCDC minutes – approved (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting – adjourned (unanimous)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes (7‑0). The Board approved the Longmont Water IGA, permitting use of Lake McIntosh water shares for any purpose. It also decided not to pursue a raised crosswalk at 36th Street and to forgo $150,000 for downtown 3‑phase power. Additional actions include directing staff to draft a code update on water‑share discretion and approving a lot‑split request for 217 High St, while UEB members were asked to review the street‑lighting report before the July 2 meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (7-0)
• Longmont Water IGA approved, allowing Lake McIntosh water shares
• Raised crosswalk across 36 not pursued due to high cost
• Board elected not to spend $150K on downtown 3‑phase power
• Directed staff to draft municipal code update on water‑share discretion
• Lot‑split request for 217 High St approved
• UEB members tasked to review lighting final report and submit comments by July 2

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecology Advisory Board voted unanimously to approve the April 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn was made by Bob Brakenridge, seconded by Chelsea Lees, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission recorded that member Lori Kran has resigned from the Historic Preservation Commission. Sarah Neustadtl was assigned to speak for Redstone at the June 28 History Day program. A meeting between Sarah and Victoria was scheduled for June 18. The July 16, 2025 commission meeting was cancelled.

• Lori Kran resignation from HPC recorded (no vote)
• Sarah Neustadtl assigned as HPC speaker for Redstone History Day on June 28 (no vote)
• Meeting between Sarah and Victoria scheduled for June 18 (no vote)
• July 16, 2025 HPC meeting cancelled (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Trustees approved the Fourth Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Longmont concerning water treatment, changing the policy on using Lake Mac for single‑family homes. They also approved the transfer of ownership of the Bud Depot marijuana dispensary, a minor subdivision at 217 High Street, and several consent‑agenda resolutions. The board decided not to accept a grant for a temporary raised crosswalk and approved the 2025‑40, 2025‑41, and 2025‑42 resolutions unanimously.

• Approved Fourth Amendment to water‑treatment agreement with Longmont (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of ownership of Bud Depot, 138 Main St (unanimous)
• Approved minor subdivision of 217 High St (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Resolutions 2025‑40, 2025‑41, 2025‑42, June 2 minutes, June accounts payable (unanimous)
• Decided not to accept grant for temporary raised crosswalk (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn and reconvene as Marijuana Licensing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved motion to reconvene as Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment removing items 2‑4 (unanimous)

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission approved the board letter for the Colorado Circular Communities STEPS program. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved board letter for Colorado Circular Communities STEPS program

Arts & Humanities Commission

The Arts & Humanities Commission approved its agenda and the May meeting minutes, both unanimously. The commission voted to pay $300 to Kevin Shaffer from fundraising funds to cover damage from a sculpture installation. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved May meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved $300 payment to Kevin Shaffer (vote recorded)
• Selected Simone Paterno to begin painting project (commission endorsement)
• Adopted color palette for bollard painting (consensus)
• Scheduled Library and Town Hall Art Show for July 23 (planned)
• Confirmed $625 sponsorship from Todd Winter for creative outlet (acknowledged)
• Noted $4,500 stipend for Broadway Annex mural (budget noted)

Planning & Community Development Commission

The commission unanimously approved Resolution 2025-13, recommending a minor subdivision at 217 High Street. It also unanimously moved to continue Resolutions 2025-14, 2025-15, and 2025-16—each recommending rezoning of specific parcels to Parks and Open Space—until June 23, 2025 at 6:00 pm. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution 2025-13 (minor subdivision at 217 High St) – unanimous
• Continued Resolution 2025-14 (rezoning 124 Fourth Ave to POS) to June 23, 2025 – unanimous
• Continued Resolution 2025-15 (rezoning 341 Park St to POS) to June 23, 2025 – unanimous
• Continued Resolution 2025-16 (rezoning 341 Park St to POS) to June 23, 2025 – unanimous

Utilities & Engineering Board

The board unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings. It also unanimously approved the 217 High Street Subdivision Referral Request, recommending that cash-in-lieu be offered for the CBT water share requirement. Staff will present the street lighting study results at the next meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved (5-0)
• 217 High Street Subdivision Referral Request approved with cash-in-lieu recommendation for CBT water share (5-0)
• Staff to provide street lighting study results at next UEB meeting (pending)

Board of Trustees

The Trustees voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 1192, amending Chapter 16, Article 10 of the Lyons Municipal Code regarding accessory dwelling units. The board also agreed to support the N Foothills Bikeways grant application and to allow a sidewalk through Eagle Canyon. The Comprehensive Plan/EVC BRF discussion was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 1192 (ADU amendment) – unanimous
• Approved letter of support for N Foothills Bikeways Grant – board consensus yes
• Approved allowing sidewalk through Eagle Canyon – board consensus yes
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan / EVC BRF discussion

Economic Vitality Commission

The Economic Vitality Commission unanimously approved the draft support letter for noise ordinance changes. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Additionally, the board approved the fabrication and installation contract for the town's wayfinding project.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved noise ordinance support letter (unanimous vote)
• Approved wayfinding project fabrication and installation contract (no vote recorded)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April meeting. The commission moved the June meeting to Tuesday, June 17 at 5 p.m. The July 16 meeting was cancelled. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion by Grace, seconded by Gil)
• Rescheduled June meeting to Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
• Cancelled July 16, 2025 meeting

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission approved the April meeting minutes. A final vote was taken to choose the artwork for the utility box near Lumber Liquors. Municipal flag guidelines were created, including a $500 stipend for a chosen work, and Crystal was tasked with drafting the call‑to‑artists description by the next meeting. The Comprehensive Plan review was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected artwork for utility box near Lumber Liquors (final vote taken)
• Created municipal flag guidelines with $500 stipend for Call to Artists
• Assigned Crystal to prepare call‑to‑artists description by next commission meeting
• Moved Comprehensive Plan review to next meeting

Planning & Community Development Commission

The commission unanimously approved Resolution 2025‑12 amending LMC 16‑10‑70 to permit accessory dwelling units and to remove the off‑street parking requirements. A motion to adopt a supportive response to Boulder County’s proposed conservation easement on properties in the Lyons planning area passed 5‑1, with Chair Schwartz dissenting. The commission also approved the agenda, consent minutes, swore in Commissioner Leigh Williams, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Swore in Commissioner Leigh Williams
• Approved Resolution 2025‑12 amending LMC 16‑10‑70 to allow ADUs and remove parking requirements (unanimous)
• Adopted supportive response to Boulder County conservation easement proposal (5‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It also agreed to keep the kayak gates up on the pond year‑round while maintaining the existing schedule for removing gates from the river.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved keeping kayak gates up on the pond year‑round (river schedule unchanged)

Housing & Human Services Commission

The commission unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings. Rhonda Vandenbos was appointed as the rotating Vice Chair for June. No other formal actions were taken; the remaining items were discussed or noted for future follow‑up.

• Approved agenda and minutes from past meetings (unanimous)
• Appointed Rhonda Vandenbos as Vice Chair for June (rotating position)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from past meetings (4‑0). It also approved the new electric rates on their first reading. Other items such as stormwater design, wastewater facility RFPs, and utility collaborations were discussed but no further actions were voted on.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (4-0)
• New electric rates approved on first reading

Board of Trustees

The Trustees unanimously adopted Ordinance 1189 to adjust electric utility rates after an 8.9% provider increase. They also passed Ordinances 1190 and 1191, updating general offenses and implementing a new 4.0% local sales tax rate. Several resolutions were approved, including the Creative District endorsement and multiple development approvals for 317 Evans Street and a community farm shed.

• Approved Ordinance 1189 adjusting electric utility rates (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1190 updating general offenses in the municipal code (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1191 implementing a 4.0% local sales tax rate (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-29 accepting a personal representative deed for 0 Stickney Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-30 endorsing the Lyons Creative District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-32 approving appeal of the Administrator's determination and permitting a minor PUD amendment for 317 Evans (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-33 approving the second amendment to the development agreement for 317 Evans Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-34 granting a conditional use permit for a community farm shed at 315 and 319 5th Ave (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously approved rezoning of four parcels to Parks and Open Space and one parcel to Municipal Facilities. It unanimously rejected the proposed amendment to the Accessory Dwelling Units ordinance. The agenda was also approved unanimously. The outcome of the Carter Court rezoning was not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Rejected Ordinance 1181 (ADU amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1182 – rezoning Red Gulch Rd parcel to Parks and Open Space (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1183 – rezoning McConnell Dr parcel to Parks and Open Space (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1184 – rezoning County Rd 69 parcel to Parks and Open Space (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1185 – rezoning Triangle Lot to Municipal Facilities and Services (unanimous)

Lyons Urban Renewal Authority

The Urban Renewal Authority approved its meeting agenda unanimously. The board unanimously appointed Commissioner Loachamin to replace Dana Gonzalez. The consent agenda, including approval of the November 21, 2024 LURA meeting minutes, passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Loachamin (unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2024 LURA minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously (5‑0). It voted to recommend amending the box culvert study contract to add a $10,000 section, also unanimously (5‑0). The board approved the Tebo annexation agreement and variances for the charging‑station battery in Sandstone Park. Discussion of the wastewater treatment facility RFP was tabled for the next meeting.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (5-0)
• Recommended amendment to box culvert contract for $10k (5-0)
• Tebo annexation agreement approved
• Variances for charging‑station battery in Sandstone Park approved
• Wastewater treatment facility RFP discussion tabled

Economic Vitality Commission

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the most recent meeting, with all members in favor. No other proposals were adopted, denied, or tabled. The remainder of the session consisted of updates, discussions of upcoming projects, and event planning.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (all in favor)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the March meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It adopted a unanimous resolution to issue a letter of support for the 402 Main St Project, part of a tax‑credit application. The commission also unanimously approved amendments to its municipal‑code mission statement. No other items were denied or tabled.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for 402 Main St Project (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to HPC municipal code mission statement (unanimous, Sarah N absent)
• Approved $2,000 shared funding for Ute Trail Marker commemorative event (unanimous)

Ecology Advisory Board

The Ecology Advisory Board voted to approve the March 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were decided; the remainder of the session covered presentations, updates on spring activities, and assignment of follow‑up tasks.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission approved the meeting minutes. The commission gave final approval for an electric‑vehicle charging station in Sandstone Park, with construction slated for June. Commissioners agreed to zone the Stacey Parcel as a passive recreation park. The commission voted Mike Delker as the new chair and Randy as vice chair for the upcoming term.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Final approval of EV charging station in Sandstone Park; construction scheduled for June
• Zoned Stacey Parcel as a passive recreation park (consensus)
• Prioritized Sport Court, Playground, and Storage Facility for GOCO grant funding
• Approved updates to Parks Operations Plan, including new park hosts and security measures
• Authorized spring maintenance and sealing of the skatepark (contractor: Team Pain)
• Approved water activation for the Lyons ditch and irrigation updates
• Voted Mike Delker as Chair and Randy as Vice Chair (vote by PRC)

Housing & Human Services Commission

The commission unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from past meetings. The TEBO annexation lot behind Zengold was approved for R3 zoning. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. Action items were noted for landscaping assistance and printing a Get Help guide.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously
• TEBO annexation lot approved for R3 zoning (no vote tally recorded)

Sustainable Futures Commission

The Sustainable Futures Commission approved the annexation of the Tebo property in the eastern corridor. Edward Kean announced he will step down as chair and remain a commission member, with a new chair election scheduled for the May meeting. The commission also noted that the Board of Trustees approved four EV‑charging slots and a battery for Sunset Park.

• Approved annexation of Tebo property in eastern corridor (no vote tally recorded)
• Edward Kean stepped down as commission chair, will stay as member (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled election for new chair at May meeting (no vote recorded)
• Board of Trustees approved EV chargers in Sunset Park: 4 slots and a battery (no vote recorded)

Arts & Humanities Commission

The commission approved the location for a new electric vehicle charging station. It also approved $1,200 from the general fund for a municipal flag. The March meeting minutes and the agenda were approved unanimously. A unanimous vote authorized the early de‑installation of Kevin Shafer’s sculpture.

• Agenda approved (yes)
• March meeting minutes approved (unanimous)
• Charging station location approved
• Municipal flag funding $1,200 approved (moving forward)
• Early de‑installation of Kevin Shafer sculpture approved (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The board approved the finding of fact and annexation agreement for the TEBO property at 4545 Ute Highway and 4602 Highland Drive, and adopted the associated zoning ordinances. It also approved an amendment to the ADU ordinance, a conditional‑use permit for an electric‑vehicle charging station in Sandstone Park, and rezoned a Red Gulch Road parcel to open space. All motions passed unanimously except the EV charging station, which passed 6‑1.

• Approved Finding of Fact for TEBO annexation (Ordinance 1167) – unanimous
• Approved zoning ordinance for TEBO annexation (Ordinance 1199) – unanimous
• Approved R3 zoning amendment for Highland Drive TEBO parcel (Ordinance 1169) – unanimous
• Approved Annexation Agreement with TEBO (Resolution 2024‑106) – unanimous
• Approved amendment to ADU ordinance (Chapter 16, Article 10) – unanimous
• Approved conditional use permit for EV charging station in Sandstone Park – 6‑1
• Approved rezoning of Red Gulch Rd parcel to POS open space – unanimous

Utilities & Engineering Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously (5‑0). It voted unanimously (5‑0) to give no comment on the conditional use permit request for a daycare at 418 High Street. The board discussed lighting policies and wastewater‑treatment cost estimates but took no formal action.

• Approved agenda and minutes (5-0)
• No comment on 418 High St daycare conditional use permit (5-0)

Planning & Community Development Commission

The commission unanimously approved a conditional use for EV chargers at Sandstone Park. It also unanimously rezoned three parcels to Parks and Open Space. The recommendation for the Red Gulch Road parcel was amended to municipal zoning, passing 4‑2.

• Approved Conditional Use for EV chargers at Sandstone Park (Resolution 2025-03) – unanimous
• Rezoned McConnell Drive (Parcel #120319134006) to Parks and Open Space (Resolution 2025-04) – unanimous
• Rezoned County Rd 69 (Parcel #120319100031) to Parks and Open Space (Resolution 2025-05) – unanimous
• Rezoned Red Gulch Road (Parcel #120319000031) to Parks and Open Space (Resolution 2025-06) – unanimous
• Amended recommendation for Red Gulch Road parcel to Municipal zoning (Resolution 2025-07) – passed 4‑2

Utilities & Engineering Board

The Utilities & Engineering Board approved the agenda and minutes unanimously (7‑0). It took no position on the proposed EV charging battery placement in Sandstone Park (7‑0) and on the rezoning of six lots near Lyons Valley Park (7‑0). The board also voted unanimously (7‑0) to update the high‑strength waste production weight to reflect recent testing results.

• Agenda and minutes approved unanimously (7‑0)
• EV charging battery placement referral: no comment (7‑0)
• Lyons Valley Park lot rezoning referral: no comment (7‑0)
• High‑strength waste production weight changed to match recent testing results (7‑0)