Golden, CO

HPB Regular Meeting

City Council Study Session 5pm-Regular Business Meeting 6:30pm

The Golden City Council will hold a study session to discuss the Ore Cart IGA renewal and budget with CSM, and to consider updates to the city's criteria for funding undergrounding of overhead power lines. The regular business meeting includes consent items, proclamations, and a public hearing on a subdivision plat. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions expected beyond the study session discussions.

• Ore Cart IGA renewal and budget discussion with CSM
• Overhead power line undergrounding policy discussion
• Resolution 3342: Construction contract with A-Fast Patch Inc. for alley repaving (segments 5707 and 5708)
• Resolution 3346: Contract with Concrete Express Inc. for Lena Gulch Channel Improvements Project - Reach 1
• Resolution 3352: Public hearing on Canyon View Business Park Filing 2 Replat C subdivision plat

Bear Aware with Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Arts & Culture Commission Meeting

The Arts & Culture Commission reviewed public art opportunities for the Heart of Golden project and discussed the integrated department strategic plan. Members recommended forming an ad hoc subcommittee to revise the strategic plan to ensure it remains accessible and aligned with the original intent.

• Discussion of public art locations for the Heart of Golden project, including the East Zone and Municipal Building
• Proposal for an ad hoc subcommittee to review the integrated department strategic plan
• Update on the grant program with applications opening August 28th
• Discussion regarding benchmarking the economic and social impact of Golden's creative sector
• Public proposal for a mural on the water tower at Gateway Village

Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board

ACC Lion's Park Art Selection Panel Meeting

Special Events Review Committee

The Special Events Review Committee (SERC) will discuss funding requests for 2026 events, review a new marathon application, update its mission statement, and consider revisions to the grant program. The meeting also includes public comment and updates on upcoming events.

• 2026 Special Events Grant funding requests totaling $40,000, with $28,657.26 awarded so far
• New event application: Golden Skull Marathon (Oct 2, 2027) with estimated 200 participants
• Updated SERC mission statement to guide event evaluations and grant decisions
• Grant program revision discussion with rolling deadlines through March 31, 2027
• Public comment on west 10th Street event impacts and resident concerns

Community Sustainability Advisory Board

The Community Sustainability Advisory Board will hear a sustainability update from the Clayworks development on 9th Street, including a request to amend plans to allow greater natural gas use in future buildings. The board will also review proposed 2027 funding for its projects and discuss a letter of support to City Council for sustainability initiatives. Staff will provide updates on current projects, including commercial energy benchmarking and grant programs.

• Clayworks ODP amendment request to increase natural gas use in future buildings
• 2027 budget review and letter of support to City Council for sustainability funding
• Commercial Energy Benchmarking proposal discussion
• Pay-As-You-Throw transition to 5280 Waste Solutions starting September 1, 2026
• Proposed residential waste rates effective September 1 (e.g., $9.24/month for 32-gallon service)

ACC Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Subcommittee

GURA

The Golden Urban Renewal Authority will review reports on The Junction, a proposed 51.28-acre urban renewal area along State Highway 93, and consider Resolution 172 to formally initiate the plan. The reports identify five blighting factors and estimate $59 million in public improvements. The board will also discuss next steps, including a feasibility and gap funding analysis.

• Resolution 172 to initiate The Junction Urban Renewal Plan
• Conditions Survey finds 5 blighting factors on 51.28-acre parcel
• Impact Report forecasts $69.9M property tax increment over 25 years
• Draft plan includes Highway 93 roundabout and pedestrian bridge
• Estimated $59 million in required public improvements

City Council Regular Business Meeting

The Golden City Council is holding its regular business meeting on August 25, 2026, with a consent agenda covering routine items and several separate resolutions. Key actions include approving a master license agreement with AT&T for broadband facilities, an intergovernmental EMS agreement, and both an acting city manager agreement and a city manager separation agreement. The council will also consider a fee schedule update and a memorandum of understanding on recycling.

• Resolution 3334: Master License Agreement with Forged Fiber 37, LLC (AT&T) for broadband facilities in city rights-of-way
• Resolution 3347: Intergovernmental Agreement for ambulance services with Pleasant View Metropolitan District, Golden Gate Fire Protection District, and Intermountain Health
• Resolution 3349: Acting City Manager Agreement
• Resolution 3350: City Manager Separation Agreement
• Resolution 3341: Update to Comprehensive Fee Schedule for waste collection

Community Marketing Board

The Golden Community Marketing Board is meeting to finalize the 2026-2029 Visit Golden Destination Strategic Plan, which shifts the organization from marketing-only to a mix of marketing and tourism management. The board will also discuss the 2027-2028 budget, review the first week of Golden After Hours events, and consider representation on the Special Events Review Committee. The agenda includes public comment.

• Finalize 2026-2029 Visit Golden Destination Strategic Plan
• Discuss 2027 & 2028 budget
• Review Golden After Hours Week 1
• Consider Special Events Review Committee representation
• Public comment period

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

The Golden Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive a 60-minute presentation on the Lions Park Playground replacement project design progress, including new play equipment, accessibility upgrades, and community feedback. A 15-minute update on the department’s master plan progress will also be provided. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Lions Park Playground replacement project design update with new play equipment, accessibility upgrades, and outdoor classroom
• Master Plan progress updates on parks infrastructure and facilities
• Public comment on maintenance of landscaping around elk statue at 4th and Campbell roundabout
• Equity & Access Program mid-year update on recreation participation barriers
• Capital Projects Matrix review for 2027–2028 planning

ACC Art in Public Places Subcommittee Meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting that includes a call-up review of three form zone site plans (PC26-03, PC26-04, PC26-05) for 2122 Jackson Street. The commission will also handle routine items like approving the agenda and minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting, and take public comment. The main substantive item is the call-up review, which could affirm or modify the previously published approvals.

• Call-Up review of Form Zone Site Plans PC26-03, PC26-04, and PC26-05 at 2122 Jackson Street
• Public comment includes an Arborist Letter related to the Jackson Street site plans
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 meeting

Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee

The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC) will meet to discuss updates on May sales tax reports, finance department updates, IT department updates, and review CBAC bylaws. The meeting is part of the committee's regular schedule to review financial performance and governance.

• Review of May 2026 sales tax reports showing $9.48M collected, trailing budget by $89,688
• Use tax revenue recovery of $466,013 through audit efforts
• Marijuana tax revenue exceeding budget projections
• CBAC Bylaws discussion (5 minutes)
• IT Department Update (40 minutes)

DDA

The Golden Downtown Development Authority will discuss and potentially confirm three new projects: the 11th Street sidewalk and streetscape project, participation in the Goosetown Neighborhood Study, and planting legacy shade trees. The board will also review a prioritized list of short-, medium-, and long-term project opportunities. Staff will provide updates on the 2026 budget, ongoing capital projects, and subcommittee activities.

• 11th Street from Prospector Alley to Jackson Street sidewalk and streetscape project
• Goosetown Neighborhood Study participation
• Legacy shade tree planning and planting
• 2026 Budget Tracker update
• Prosper affordable housing project at 817 14th Street demolition and site work

Local Licensing Authority

The Golden Local Licensing Authority will hold two public hearings: one on a change of controlling beneficial owner for Nebrina Golden LLC, doing business as Social Cannabis Dispensary at 17120 West Colfax Avenue, and another on a renewal application for AU Liquors LLC, doing business as Golden Liquor at 601 13th Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting.

• Hearing on change of controlling beneficial owner for Social Cannabis Dispensary, 17120 West Colfax Avenue
• Hearing on renewal application for Golden Liquor, 601 13th Street
• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2026

EDComm

The Golden Economic Development Commission will consider two small business grant requests, select a consultant for a makerspace feasibility study, and discuss options for updating the city's economic contribution study. The board will also receive staff updates on the 2026 budget, business retention activity, and tax reports.

• Grant request: $5,000 for Golden Pantry and Thrift to buy two industrial freezers
• Grant request: $2,142 for Golden Hour Pilates for exterior signage
• Recommendation to select Artspace Consulting ($18,500) for makerspace feasibility study over Jon Stover & Associates ($27,165)
• Discussion of three economic study options: annual scorecard ($5,000-$10,000), full IMPLAN update ($25,000-$37,500), or summary-data update ($13,000-$15,000)
• Staff report: 20+ direct business contacts, Q2 2026 sales tax report available next month

HPB Regular Meeting

The Golden Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting on August 12, 2026, to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a new two-story cottage with an attached three-car garage at 2024 Ford Street in the East Street Historic District. The board will decide whether to approve, approve with recommendations, or deny the proposal, with staff recommending approval with suggested changes to roof and garage door colors and window symmetry. The meeting also includes an update on a prior demolition case at 612 10th Street and a Past Forward update.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HPB 26-05 for new cottage and garage at 2024 Ford Street
• Proposed two-story cottage with three-car garage, alley-loaded, at 2024 Ford Street
• Staff recommends approval with changes: lighter roof color, less contrast garage door, symmetrical windows
• Update on HPB 26-01 demolition at 612 10th Street (Schall Residence)
• New board member CIRSA training on August 24, 2026

ACC Strategic Planning Ad Hoc Subcommittee - No Recording

City Council Regular Business Meeting 6:30pm

The Golden City Council is holding a regular business meeting that centers on a closed executive session to review the City Manager's performance and receive legal advice, followed by possible action. The meeting also includes routine consent items, including approving prior minutes, amending a federal funding agreement for the Lena Gulch Project, and approving the upfitting of three police vehicles. Public comment is limited to non-hearing topics.

• Executive session for City Manager personnel review and legal advice
• Possible council action on City Manager personnel matter
• Resolution No. 3339: amend IGA with Federal Highway Administration for Lena Gulch Project funding
• Resolution No. 3343: approve upfitting of three police responder vehicles
• Approval of July 28, 2026 meeting minutes

GURA

The Golden Urban Renewal Authority will hear a conditions survey report from consultant Pioneer Development Company on the proposed Junction plan area, a 51.28-acre vacant parcel along State Highway 93. The board will discuss next steps, including potential tax increment financing documents. Staff will also update on board expansion, the 2026 budget, a grid resiliency study, and a community garden fence replacement.

• Conditions survey for The Junction plan area (51.28 acres, west side of State Highway 93) finds blighting factors; public improvements estimated over $59 million
• Next steps for The Junction: Urban Renewal Plan, Economic and Fiscal Impact Report with TIF model, and But-For Feasibility Analysis
• Grid resiliency study with NLR: $50,000 cost, exploring cost-sharing with sustainability and/or DDA
• Parfet-Briarwood Community Garden fence replacement: one bid received for $70,000 for 800 feet of fencing; two more bids to be procured
• Lena Gulch trail construction: GURA may fund trail design ($40K) and construction ($100K-$200K) with Reach 1 work

PC Study Session

The Golden, CO Planning Commission will hold a study session to review and discuss proposed changes to measurement rules for half stories and floor-to-floor heights in building projects. The meeting is a regular session with no formal decisions scheduled.

City Council Special Meeting

The Golden City Council will hold a special meeting to consider creating a temporary subcommittee to conduct a third-party investigation. The meeting is procedural with standard public comment and council response items, but the subcommittee resolution is the only substantive action proposed.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 3344 to appoint a temporary Council subcommittee for a third-party investigation

Arts & Culture Commission Meeting

The Golden Arts & Culture Commission will receive an update on Heart of Golden public art projects, including the East Zone Amenity Plan and the Police/Municipal Building art installations. They will also discuss the integrated Arts, Culture and Museums Department strategic plan, subcommittee updates, and the work plan. The agenda includes public comment and routine approvals.

• Update on Heart of Golden East Zone Amenity Plan and public art opportunities
• Police/Municipal Building art budget increased from $476,000 to $514,000
• Discussion of integrated Arts, Culture and Museums Department strategic plan
• Subcommittee updates on grants and Art in Public Places
• Work plan update and benchmarking

City Council Regular Business Meeting

The Golden City Council will hold its regular business meeting on July 28, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers (911 10th Street). The meeting includes routine procedural items, public comment, and staff updates, with key decisions on a noxious weed management plan, a fiber connection agreement, and an intergovernmental transit grant.

• Adopt Resolution No. 3337: Noxious Weed Management Plan
• Adopt Resolution No. 3338: Approve $X fiber connection agreement with Minntex Technologies LLC for City Shops
• Adopt Resolution No. 3329: Authorize intergovernmental agreement with Regional Transportation District for Golden On-Demand Transit Grant
• Approve minutes of July 14, 2026 meeting
• Creek Update presentation by Deputy City Manager Carly Lorentz

The Golden City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included approving the July 14 minutes, an intergovernmental agreement with RTD for the Golden On-Demand Transit Grant, a Noxious Weed Management Plan, and a fiber connection agreement with Minntex Technologies. The meeting also included extensive discussion and public comment on a racist incident in the Golden Fire Department and on creek management, but no formal decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, RTD transit grant IGA, weed management plan, and fiber agreement (7-0)

Community Marketing Board

The Community Marketing Board is holding its kick-off meeting to discuss a draft strategic plan for Visit Golden covering 2026-2029, hear a presentation from the Downtown Development Authority (DVA), and begin conversations about the 2027 budget, including a review of the April 2026 sales tax report. The agenda includes public comment and a discussion of the Golden After Hours events. The meeting is primarily a working session to shape the board's priorities and financial planning.

• Review of April 2026 sales tax report: sales tax down $18,461 vs. April 2025, YTD up $165,072; use tax YTD down $425,103; lodging tax strongest April since 2023; marijuana tax YTD up $33,201
• Discussion of 2027 budget, including sales tax report review
• Strategic plan draft for Visit Golden 2026-2029, including strategies to drive off-peak demand, champion tourism value, build brand story, and enhance visitor experience
• DVA presentation and re-introduction
• Golden After Hours discussion

Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board

The Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board will discuss a resident-initiated request for managed parking on Water and Jackson Streets, including loading zones and permit expansions. The board will also review recent traffic collisions and project updates for Golden roadways.

• Water Street loading zone (30-minute) near Golden Mill to address delivery/ride-share conflicts
• 615 Water Street loading zone (two 30-minute spaces) for building access
• Parfet Park dedicated city employee parking space
• Expansion of downtown parking regulations (two-hour limit or permit) north of Clear Creek
• Jackson Street pay parking ($10/day max) between 10th and Water Streets

Special Events Review Committee

The Special Events Review Committee will review past and upcoming events, discuss a $3,000 grant application from Dream Tank for the Golden Systems Change L.A.B. event, and consider updates to its mission statement and grant program. The committee will also review the 2026 grant funding status, with $26,512.68 awarded and $13,487.32 remaining.

• Dream Tank requests $3,000 for August 7 facilitator fees
• 2026 grants awarded: $26,512.68 total, including $5,000 to Golden Bicycle Cruise, $5,000 to Golden Gallop, $5,000 to Lions Club 4th of July, $5,000 to Buffalo Bill Days, $4,012.68 to American Legion 4th of July, $2,500 to Western on Washington PTA
• Upcoming events include Buffalo Bill Days Festival (July 24-26), Golden Bike Cruise (July 28), Colorado Day Celebration (August 1), National Night Out (August 4), Golden Fine Arts Festival (August 15-16)
• Discussion on updated SERC mission statement and grant program revision