Longmont, CO

City Council Regular Session

The Longmont City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances related to the 1st and Main Transit Project, including approving an urban renewal plan, financing a parking garage, and vacating sewer easements. The consent agenda includes several ordinances and resolutions on appropriations, a technology policy advisory board, water service for the Hygiene Fire Protection District, an airport lease assignment, annexation, urban renewal modifications, and fire district exclusions. The council will also hear a purchasing decision appeal and a presentation on the 2027 proposed budget.

• O-2026-54: Approve 1st and Main Urban Renewal Plan and blight finding
• O-2026-55: Authorize financing for parking garage via lease purchase agreements
• O-2026-56: Conditionally approve vacation of public sewer easements at 11 South Main Street
• O-2026-57: Additional appropriations for FY 2026 expenses
• R-2026-57: Annexation of Longmont Gateway Northwest parcel at U.S. Highway 287 and Park Ridge Avenue

City Council Pre-Session

The Longmont City Council is holding a pre-session to discuss three topics: an automated checkout workforce impact fee, new ideas for including Longmont-address county residents in PITBH, and council communication norms and institutional trust. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Automated Checkout Workforce Impact Fee
• New ideas for including citizens with a Longmont address but county residence in PITBH
• Council Communication Norms, Institutional Trust, and Moving Together as a Team

Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board

The Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board is meeting to discuss organizational and project updates, and to provide input on the 2026 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The board will also hear about a partnership with the I Have a Dream Foundation as part of its resident quality of life agenda. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes and receiving operational reports.

• 2026 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• I Have a Dream Foundation Partnership
• Occupancy Report & Property Updates
• Public Health & Safety Updates
• Update from Executive Director

Callahan House Advisory Board Meeting

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board - Agency Hearings

VIRTUAL - Neighborhood Meeting Notice - 8979 Nelson Road Annexation

The Planning Division is holding a virtual neighborhood meeting to discuss the proposed annexation of a 0.88-acre parcel at 8979 Nelson Road into the City of Longmont. The property owner, Connection Church Longmont, Inc., seeks to join the city, currently located in unincorporated Boulder County. The meeting will include an opportunity for questions.

• Proposal to annex 0.88-acre parcel at 8979 Nelson Road
• Property owner: Connection Church Longmont, Inc.
• Applicant: Ryan McBreen, Norris Design
• Virtual meeting via livestream on September 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board - Agency Hearings

City Council Executive Session

The Longmont City Council is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to conduct the City Manager's performance evaluation and compensation review. The only action in the open portion of the meeting is roll call and a vote to enter the executive session. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session to conduct City Manager's performance evaluation and compensation review

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board - Agency Hearings

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board - Agency Hearings

City Council Executive Session

The Longmont City Council is meeting in executive session, which is a closed-door meeting, to conduct the city attorney's performance evaluation and compensation review. The only open portion of the meeting is the roll call and the vote to enter the executive session.

• Executive session to conduct the City Attorney's performance evaluation and compensation review

Historic Preservation Commission

MEETING CANCELLED Master Board of Appeals

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

City Council Regular Session

The Longmont City Council will consider a resolution calling a special municipal election on November 3, 2026, to ask voters for a sales and property tax increase for public safety, and to amend the Home Rule Charter to require voter approval for selling open space, adopt ranked choice voting, and realign council terms. The council will also receive a presentation on the proposed 2027 budget and the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes, consent agenda, and public comment periods.

• Resolution R-2026-56 calling a special election on Nov. 3, 2026, for a public safety sales and property tax increase and charter amendments on open space sales, ranked choice voting, and council term realignment
• Presentation of the 2027 Proposed Budget and 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program
• First Call and Final Call public comment periods (residents and city employees may speak on non-agenda items)
• Consent agenda and introduction of first reading ordinances

VIRTUAL - Neighborhood Meeting Notice - Avis Car Rental, 206 S. Main St

The City of Longmont is holding a virtual neighborhood meeting for a proposal by Avis Car Rental to relocate from 1 S. Main to 206 S. Main, using the rear of the existing structure and parking area for rental vehicle storage. The use requires a Conditional Use Site Plan and City Council review because the property is adjacent to the St. Vrain Greenway. The meeting is an opportunity for residents to comment and ask questions before any formal public hearings.

• Proposed relocation of Avis Car Rental to 206 S. Main St
• Conditional Use Site Plan for Automotive Sales and Rental in MU-C Zone District
• Vehicle storage in rear parking area, not adjacent to Main Street
• City Council review required due to adjacency to St. Vrain Greenway
• Virtual meeting on August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM MT via YouTube livestream

City Council Regular Session

The Longmont City Council will hold a regular session with several public hearings and votes. Key items include second readings of ordinances on a public safety tax increase, a short-term rental license for major events, and additional appropriations. The council will also consider consent agenda items including urban renewal plans, annexations, and resolutions urging voters to approve ballot measures for child care, public safety, and open space.

• O-2026-53: Increase city sales and use tax from 3.53% to 3.86% and property tax up to 2.44 mills for public safety, referred to voters
• O-2026-50: Trial new short-term rental license type for major regional events
• R-2026-52: Resolution urging 'Yes' vote on Boulder County property tax increase of 2.579 mills for child care and preschool
• R-2026-53: Resolution urging 'Yes' vote on increasing city public safety tax
• R-2026-54: Resolution urging 'Yes' vote on charter amendment to require voter approval for sale of open space

Golf Course Advisory Board - CANCELLED

The City of Longmont, Colorado Golf Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City of Longmont Official City Flag Redesign Selection Panel Meeting

The Art in Public Places selection panel is meeting to review submissions for the redesign of the official Longmont city flag. The agenda includes a project overview, submission review, and a public comment period where residents can speak for up to three minutes. The meeting is in-person at the Longmont Museum.

• Review of flag redesign submissions
• Public comment period (sign-up by 10:30 a.m., 3 minutes per speaker)
• Project overview presentation

Art in Public Places Commission

The Art in Public Places Commission is meeting to discuss and review submissions for the Flag Project, with a separate submission review meeting scheduled for August 22. They will also celebrate the Kimbark mural and handle routine administrative items.

• Flag Project update and submission review
• Kimbark mural celebration
• Public invited to be heard
• Corrections to July 16, 2026 minutes

Local Licensing Authority- CONTINUED TO DATE TBD

The Local Licensing Authority is meeting to consider disciplinary action against 3's Bar, including possible suspension or revocation of its liquor license, based on six alleged violations such as after-hours sales, serving intoxicated patrons, and noise disturbances. The board will also review a one-day premises expansion request from Lefthand Brewing Co. for a September event. The meeting was continued to a date to be determined.

• Show cause hearing on liquor license #28-68173-0000 for 3's Bar Inc. at 333 Main Street
• Six alleged violations including after-hours sales, public consumption, and serving visibly intoxicated persons
• Modification of premises for Lefthand Brewing Co. at 1245 Boston Avenue for a one-day event on 9/26/2026
• Public invited to be heard

VIRTUAL - Neighborhood Meeting Notice - Pharoah's American Grill #2

The City of Longmont is holding a virtual neighborhood meeting to discuss a proposal for Pharoah's American Grill #2 at 1375 Sherman Drive. The restaurant would include liquor service, indoor and patio seating, and pool tables. Because the property is within 250 feet of a residential lot in a residential zoning district, a conditional use permit is required. The Planning and Zoning Commission will make the final decision if the project proceeds.

• Proposal: restaurant with liquor service, indoor and patio seating, pool tables
• Location: 1375 Sherman Drive
• Conditional use required due to proximity to residential lot
• Virtual meeting via YouTube livestream on August 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Property owner: Iron Stone; Applicant: David Motarjemi

Planning and Zoning Commission (livestreamed)

The Longmont Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Site Plan (CUSP) for a Recovery Cafe at 801 Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 22, 2026, and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing: Recovery Cafe Conditional Use Site Plan (CUSP) at 801 Main Street
• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2026
• Public comment periods (5 minutes per speaker)

REMOTE Sustainability Advisory Board

The Longmont Sustainability Advisory Board is meeting virtually to conduct routine business, including approving the July 15, 2026 meeting minutes. The main substantive item is an update from the Platte River Power Authority on its noncarbon energy and Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The board will also hear about staffing changes in the Sustainability Office and take public comment.

• Platte River Power Authority update on noncarbon energy and Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 regular meeting
• Sustainability Office staffing changes
• Public invited to be heard

Longmont Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Longmont Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to issue multifamily housing revenue bonds and authorize carryforward allocation, discuss bad debt write-offs, and accept a resignation as contracted property manager at Zinnia. They will also discuss Briarwood Apartments and a visioning session. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving reports on operations and finances.

• Resolution LHA-2026-16: intent to issue multifamily housing revenue bonds and authorize carryforward allocation
• Bad debt write-offs
• Resignation as contracted property manager at Zinnia
• Briarwood Apartments discussion
• 2nd quarter financials and accounts receivable reports

Special Meeting - Longmont Urban Renewal Authority

The Longmont Urban Renewal Authority is meeting to consider approving several tax increment revenue agreements related to the First and Main Urban Renewal Plan, including amendments with the City of Longmont and new agreements with Boulder County, Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District, and St. Vrain Valley School District. The board will also discuss Downtown Development Authority deal points. The agenda includes standard items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Approval of First Amendment to Tax Increment Revenue Agreement with City of Longmont for 1st and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area (Resolution LURA-2026-08-A)
• Approval of Tax Increment Revenue Agreement with Boulder County for 1st and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area (Resolution LURA-2026-09)
• Approval of Tax Increment Revenue Agreement with Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District for First and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area (Resolution LURA-2026-10)
• Approval of Tax Increment Revenue Agreement with St. Vrain Valley School District for First and Main Urban Renewal Plan Area (Resolution LURA-2026-11)
• Discussion of Downtown Development Authority deal points

Water Board

The Longmont Water Board will review a proposed water right exchange agreement with the St. Vrain and Left Hand Water Conservancy District (SVLHWCD) during general business. The board will also hear a staff report on the 2026 Water Fair impact and review a major project listing. No development activity items are scheduled for action or information. The meeting includes routine items like approval of July minutes and a water status report.

• Proposed water right exchange agreement with SVLHWCD (staff review, no action listed)
• 2026 Water Fair impact report from staff
• Review of major project listing and future agenda items
• No development activity items requiring action or information
• Approval of July 20, 2026 regular meeting minutes

Museum Advisory Board

The Museum Advisory Board will conduct regular business including reports from the Director and Chair. The board will also address new business regarding officer elections and meeting schedules.

• Election of officers
• Designation of meeting place, dates and times
• Accessions and deaccessions

Library Board

The Longmont Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving July minutes, electing officers, and hearing public comment. The main new item is a proposed appropriation from the Mosher Fund to relocate the library train display. The board will also discuss the feasibility study, strategic plan, annual report, budget wish list, and a talking points draft.

• Mosher Fund appropriation for Library Train Display Relocation
• Approval of July 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Elections for board positions
• Discussion of feasibility study, strategic plan, and annual report
• Review of talking points draft

Housing and Human Service Advisory Board

The Housing and Human Service Advisory Board will hear a mid-year report on the HSBC and Home Steady programs, receive Foundant training and scoring review, and discuss a site visit to Blue Sky Bridge. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of July 9 minutes, and other business.

• Mid-year report on HSBC and Home Steady
• Foundant Training and Scoring Review
• Site Visit Report Out – Blue Sky Bridge
• Approve minutes from July 9, 2026 regular meeting
• Public invited to be heard

Callahan House Advisory Board Meeting

City Council Pre-Session

This is a pre-session meeting for informal discussion only; no formal action or decisions can be made. Topics include how to include residents with a Longmont address but county residence in public comment, aligning waste rates with policy goals, and prioritizing the Spring Gulch #2 CIP-045 project.

• Discuss including Longmont-address county residents in Public Invited to Be Heard
• Discuss aligning waste rates with policy goals ahead of rate conversation
• Discuss prioritizing Spring Gulch #2 CIP-045, designed in 2028 and pushed to 2029

Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board

The Longmont Housing Authority Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the July minutes and electing a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also discuss Briarwood Apartments as an item for input to the LHA Board of Commissioners, and receive operational updates on occupancy, finances, and vouchers.

• Election of Chair & Vice Chair
• Briarwood Apartments discussion
• 2nd QTR Accounts Receivable report
• 2nd QTR Annual Financials report
• Voucher Report

City Council Regular Session

The Longmont City Council will consider introducing three alternative ordinances (O-2026-51, O-2026-52, O-2026-53) that would raise the city sales and use tax rate and property tax mills to fund public safety, with each option referring the increase to voters in the November 3, 2026 election. The council will also hold second readings and public hearings on ordinances related to an economic incentive agreement with Micron Technology, ranked-choice voting, council term staggering, and open space voter approval. Additionally, the council will discuss a potential subsidy for composting services and hear an appeal of a denied setback variance at 1820 Juniper Street.

• O-2026-51: Sales tax increase from 3.53% to 3.77% and property tax increase of up to 4.06 mills, referred to voters
• O-2026-52: Sales tax increase from 3.53% to 3.82% and property tax increase of up to 3.25 mills, referred to voters
• O-2026-53: Sales tax increase from 3.53% to 3.86% and property tax increase of up to 2.44 mills, referred to voters
• O-2026-45: Ordinance amending economic incentive agreement with Micron Technology, Inc.
• Appeal of denial of setback variance at 1820 Juniper Street (R-2026-48)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and vote on an update to its bylaws, receive a drought water supply update from Hope Bartlett, and review plans for a sheltering drill. The board will also get a status update on the new recreation center and consider a field trip to the new recreation center and Centennial Pool.

• Bylaws update discussion and vote
• Drought water supply update with Hope Bartlett
• Sheltering drill review and future plans
• New Recreation Center status update
• Plan field trip to new recreation center and Centennial Pool

Transportation Advisory Board - August

The Transportation Advisory Board will discuss informational items including proposed updates to its bylaws, the launch of a regional e-bike share program, and upcoming RTD service changes. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• TAB Bylaw Updates
• Regional E-Bike Share Local Launch
• RTD Service Changes September 2026
• Neighborhood Traffic Mitigation Program update

Historic Preservation Commission CANCELLED

The Longmont Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 6, 2026, at City Council Chambers. The only substantive item is a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for 436 Pratt Street. All other agenda items are procedural or administrative.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for 436 Pratt Street

Master Board of Appeals Cancelled

Senior Citizens Advisory Board

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will discuss upcoming presentations to the City Council on August 11, participation in the Unity in the Community event on August 28, and updates on bylaws, sustainability, and outreach planning. The meeting includes reports from liaisons and committees, but no major financial decisions or rezonings are on the agenda.

• August 11th advisory presentations to the City Council
• Participation in Unity in the Community, August 28
• Update on Bylaw Updates
• Reports from Area Agency on Aging, Sustainability, and Senior Employment
• Future agenda items: City Manager Harold Domingez and Assistant City Manager Sandi Seader (TBD)

City Council Study Session

The Longmont City Council will hold a study session to discuss the impacts of the Sundance Film Festival and a contract for public, educational, and government video services. The meeting also includes presentations from Front Range Community College summer interns.

• Sundance Film Festival Longmont Impacts
• Public, Educational And Government Video Services Contract
• Front Range Community College Summer Internship Presentations

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will discuss several proposed charter amendments for the November 3, 2026 ballot, including ranked choice voting and open space protections. The body is also reviewing budget appropriations and airport rate studies.

• O-2026-46 and O-2026-47: Proposed ballot questions for ranked choice voting and council seat re-staggering
• O-2026-48: Proposed ballot question to require voter approval for sale of open space lands
• O-2026-45: Ordinance to amend an economic incentive agreement with Micron Technology, Inc.
• R-2026-43: Resolution establishing an expedited review process for affordable housing projects
• O-2026-43 and O-2026-44: Second reading of ordinances for additional fiscal year 2026 appropriations