Arvada public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Arvada City Council will hold a remote-only workshop meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Land Development Code update and quarterly bond project updates.

• Land Development Code Update workshop
• Quarterly Bond Project Update workshop
• Staff Updates

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding noise control and retirement plan amendments. The meeting includes public hearings on budget appropriations and financing for a replacement aquatics center. Additionally, the council will review an agreement with Sturgeon Electric Company for $1,195,000.00.

• Agreement with Sturgeon Electric Company up to $1,195,000.00
• Financing for a replacement aquatics center at the Meyers Pool site
• Amendments to city noise control ordinances
• Cost contribution agreement for Coal Creek Water Tank
• Agreement with Olde Town Arvada BID for 2022 programs

General

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a major modification request for a residential privacy fence. The project is located at 7400 Simms Street. The meeting also includes routine items such as the approval of minutes and reports.

• Major Modification for 7400 Simms Residential Privacy Fence

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding the American Rescue Plan Act and communications and engagement updates. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice related to a new employment claim.

• American Rescue Plan Act presentation
• Communications and Engagement update
• Staff updates
• Executive session regarding a new employment claim

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2022 budget appropriation and capital improvement funds. Public hearings will address the annexation and rezoning of land at 8200 Indiana Street. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to water and wastewater user rates.

• FY 2022 budget appropriation and capital improvement fund
• Annexation and rezoning of 8200 Indiana Street
• Amendments to water and wastewater user rates
• Rezoning of 7275 Kipling Street, Unit A and B
• Meyers Pool Replacement Project agreement

The Arvada City Council approved the FY2022 budget, capital improvement fund, and pay plan, along with the annexation and rezoning of 8200 Indiana Street for the Whitewing at Ralston Summit development. The council also approved fee schedules, the multi-hazard mitigation plan, opioid settlement agreement, and several ordinances on first reading, including water and wastewater rate changes and a rezoning at 7275 Kipling Street. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Councilmember Jones absent.

• Approved FY2022 budget, capital improvement fund, and pay plan (6-0)
• Approved annexation of 8200 Indiana Street (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 8200 Indiana Street to PUD (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Whitewing at Ralston Summit (6-0)
• Approved PUD development plan for Whitewing at Ralston Summit (6-0)
• Approved amended fee schedules for building, rights-of-way, and land-use (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Jefferson County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (6-0)
• Approved opioid settlement fund MOU with Colorado Attorney General (6-0)

City Council

The meeting consists of several workshop sessions regarding city planning and financial updates. Topics include sub area planning, the 2022 pay plan, and the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Sub Area Planning workshop
• 2022 Pay Plan Update
• Update on the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Staff updates

General

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning 7275 Kipling St. Unit A and B to a Planned Unit Development. This includes reviewing the PUD development plan for Animal Assisted Therapy of Colorado. An ordinance amending the Land Development Code is scheduled to be cancelled.

• Rezoning 7275 Kipling St. Unit A and B from RA to PUD
• PUD Development Plan for Animal Assisted Therapy of Colorado
• Ordinance amending the Land Development Code (to be cancelled)

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend to City Council the rezoning of 7275 Kipling St. Units A and B from RA (Residential Agriculture) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) for Animal Assisted Therapy Programs of Colorado. The commission also voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the associated PUD Development Plan, subject to conditions in the staff report. Additionally, the commission voted to cancel three upcoming meetings (October 19, November 2, and December 21, 2021) and discussed a potential merger of the Board of Adjustment with the Planning Commission, but took no action on that item.

• Recommended rezoning of 7275 Kipling St. from RA to PUD for Animal Assisted Therapy Programs (6-0)
• Recommended PUD Development Plan approval for 7275 Kipling St., subject to staff conditions (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021, as corrected
• Excused Andrew Gay from the meeting (6-0)
• Cancelled October 19, November 2, and December 21, 2021 Planning Commission meetings (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is introducing ordinances for the annexation and rezoning of property at 8200 Indiana Street. The agenda also includes proposals for water storage tank deeds and a pool replacement project agreement. Public hearings will address council compensation and community development funds.

• Annexation and rezoning of land at 8200 Indiana Street
• Intergovernmental agreement for the Meyers Pool Replacement Project
• Deed acceptance for Ranson Underground Water Storage Tank
• Fire access easement for Arvada Water Treatment Plant
• 2021 Mill Levy certification ordinance

The Arvada City Council approved first reading of five ordinances, including the FY2022 budget appropriation, annexation and rezoning of land at 8200 Indiana Street, the 2021 mill levy certification, and an intergovernmental agreement for the Meyers Pool Replacement Project. Public hearings for these items were set for October 18, 2021. The council also approved final readings of ordinances updating councilmember compensation (6-1) and adding an appropriation to the Community Development Fund, plus several resolutions related to property and utility easements.

• Approved first reading of FY2022 budget appropriation ordinance (6-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation at 8200 Indiana Street (6-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning at 8200 Indiana Street to PUD (6-0)
• Approved first reading of 2021 mill levy certification (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Meyers Pool IGA with Apex Park and Rec District (6-0)
• Approved final reading of councilmember compensation ordinance (6-1)
• Approved final reading of additional Community Development Fund appropriation (6-0)
• Approved resolutions accepting water tank deed and fire access easement (6-0)

City Council

The council will conduct its first workshop for the 2022 budget and receive staff updates. An executive session is also scheduled regarding cybersecurity security arrangements.

• 2022 First Budget Workshop
• Cybersecurity security arrangements executive session
• Staff updates

City Council

The Arvada City Council will consider ordinances regarding councilmember compensation and an additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund. The meeting also includes a workshop on water and sewer infrastructure funding.

• Ordinance CB21-030 regarding Councilmember and Mayor compensation
• Ordinance CB21-031 for an additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund
• Workshop on Water and Sewer Infrastructure Funding
• Proclamation for Source Water Protection Week

The Arvada City Council approved first reading of two ordinances: CB21-030, which repeals and reenacts councilmember and mayor compensation rules, and CB21-031, which authorizes an additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund for FY 2021. Both were ordered published in full, with a public hearing set for October 4, 2021 at 6:15 p.m. The council also held an executive session on negotiator instructions related to compensation, excused Councilmember Miller, and discussed water and sewer infrastructure funding options in a workshop.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for instructions to negotiators on compensation (6-0, Miller absent)
• Approved motion to excuse Councilmember Miller from the meeting (6-0)
• Approved first reading of CB21-030 (councilmember and mayor compensation ordinance) and CB21-031 (additional appropriation to Community Development Fund), with public hearing set for October 4, 2021 at 6:15 p.m. (6-0, Miller absent)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act funds and a sewer main replacement contract. The agenda also includes an annexation petition for 8200 Indiana Street and a workshop on the Land Development Code update.

• $1,283,574.00 contract for Trenchless Sewer Main Replacement Project
• $5,537,909.00 budget increase from American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Annexation petition for 8200 Indiana Street
• $682,995.00 CARES Act funding agreement with HUD
• Ordinance repealing the Amusements and Entertainment chapter of the City Code

The Arvada City Council approved a $5,537,909 budget increase from American Rescue Plan Act funds, along with several other resolutions including a $1.28M sewer replacement contract and a $396,194 paver purchase. The council also repealed Chapter 10 of the city code on amusements and entertainment, and heard public comments on the 2022 Community Development Block Grant process, with formal action scheduled for November.

• Approved consent agenda R21-110 through R21-116, including Ralston Road property interests, annexation petition for 8200 Indiana St., relief judge appointment, police grant application, $1,283,574 sewer contract, $396,194 paver purchase, and $306,805 tank repair contract (7-0)
• Approved R21-117, fourth budget amendment increasing 2021 budget by $5,537,909 from ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved R21-118, intergovernmental agreement with Westminster for fleet maintenance (7-0)
• Approved R21-119, intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for Pictometry content access (7-0)
• Approved R21-120, intergovernmental agreement with HUD for $682,995 in CARES Act funding (7-0)
• Approved CB21-029 on final reading, repealing Chapter 10 (Amusements and Entertainment) of the city code (7-0)
• Heard public comments on 2022 CDBG and Human Services funding; no action taken, item returns in November

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Whitewing at Ralston Summit project. The agenda includes proposals to annex 25.5 acres of land and rezone it from agricultural to a Planned Unit Development. The commission will also review subdivision and development plans for the site.

• Annexation of 25.5 acres at 8200 Indiana Street
• Rezoning from Jefferson County A-2 to Arvada PUD for Whitewing at Ralston Summit
• Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Whitewing at Ralston Summit
• PUD Development Plan for Whitewing at Ralston Summit
• Workshop on the Land Development Code

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval to City Council for the annexation, rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD development plan for Whitewing at Ralston Summit, a 25.5-acre gated community at 8200 Indiana Street. The commission also approved an amendment to remove a condition that would have prohibited the gate. The September 21, 2021 meeting was cancelled.

• Recommended annexation of 25.5 acres at 8200 Indiana Street to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning from Jefferson County A-2 to City of Arvada PUD (6-0)
• Recommended Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat approval (6-0)
• Recommended PUD Development Plan approval with conditions, amended to remove condition 5 allowing gate (6-0)
• Cancelled September 21, 2021 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding quarterly bond project updates and water and sewer infrastructure funding. An executive session is also scheduled for legal advice on workplace safety analysis.

• Quarterly Bond Project Update
• Water and Sewer Infrastructure Funding
• Workplace Safety Analysis legal advice
• Staff Updates

City Council

The City Council will consider a $455,945 federal grant for community development and several employment agreement amendments. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss changes to the motor vehicle code and new smoking regulations in public places. The council will also review parking enforcement services and equipment purchases.

• $455,945 HUD Community Development Block Grant funding
• New smoking restrictions for persons under 21 in certain businesses
• $258,380 parking enforcement contract with LAZ Parking Midwest, LLC
• $245,887 purchase of a John Deere 644 P Loader from Honnen Equipment Co.
• Proposed City Charter amendments for the November 2 election

The Arvada City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a tobacco ordinance raising the age to 21 and restricting sales, with a 6-1 vote. They also approved consent agenda items, intergovernmental agreements for the November election, and a charter amendment referral to voters.

• Approved consent agenda including parking enforcement contract with LAZ Parking ($258,380) and purchase of John Deere loader ($245,887) (7-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements with Adams and Jefferson counties for Nov. 2 election (7-0)
• Approved second amendment to IGA with Arvada Urban Renewal Authority (7-0)
• Approved CDBG funding agreement with HUD for $455,945 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance repealing Chapter 10 (Amusements) with public hearing set for Sept. 13 (7-0)
• Approved final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 54 (Motor Vehicles) as Ordinance 4772 (7-0)
• Approved final reading of tobacco age-21 ordinance as Ordinance 4773 with amendment excluding smoking businesses from self-service ban (6-1, Marriott no)
• Approved final reading of purchasing code reenactment as Ordinance 4774 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to review an update to the 10-year Financial Plan and receive staff updates. Following adjournment, council members will attend a presentation on the Pomona Parcel and tour the site.

• Update to the 10-year Financial Plan
• Staff updates
• Presentation and site tour of the Pomona Parcel

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including updates to smoking regulations and city charter amendments for the November election. The council is also considering an increase in emergency rental assistance funds through a grant agreement with Jefferson County. Additionally, staff will present the 2020 external audit and financial statements.

• Increase Jefferson County emergency rental assistance from $499,000 to $1,499,000
• A $10,138.00 contract increase for Dewberry Engineers, Inc.
• New smoking restrictions for persons under age 21 in certain businesses
• Proposed amendments to the City Charter for the November 2, 2021 election
• Additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund

The Arvada City Council approved a resolution increasing the maximum reimbursable amount under the Jefferson County Emergency Rental Assistance grant agreement from $499,000 to $1,499,000. The council also approved consent agenda items, including a change order for engineering services and a CDBG amendment, as well as amendments to the city's investment policy. Four ordinances were approved on first reading, with public hearings set for August 16, 2021. A final reading ordinance for an additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund was also approved.

• Approved R21-099 increasing Emergency Rental Assistance grant max to $1,499,000 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: R21-097 change order ($10,138) and R21-098 CDBG amendment (6-0)
• Approved R21-100 amending city investment policy (6-0)
• Approved first reading of CB21-020, CB21-026, CB21-027, CB21-028 (6-0)
• Approved CB21-025 additional appropriation to Community Development Fund on final reading (6-0)
• Appointed Brandon Capps to Olde Town Arvada BID Board for term ending April 30, 2024 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops to discuss proposed regulations for micromobility, including e-scooters and e-bikes. The agenda also includes an update on traffic calming pilot projects.

• Proposed ordinance and rules for micromobility (e-scooters, e-bikes)
• Update on Traffic Calming Pilot Projects
• Staff updates

City Council

The City Council will consider the annexation and rezoning of 15812 W. 64th Avenue. The agenda also includes a street resurfacing agreement with Westminster and updates to the city's strategic plan.

• Annexation and rezoning of 15812 W. 64th Avenue
• Garrison Street resurfacing agreement with Westminster
• Ordinance regarding interference with educational institutions staff or students
• Xcel Energy utility easement at Holistic Health and Fitness Park
• Light industrial use application for Indiana Business Park

The Arvada City Council approved the annexation and rezoning of 15812 W. 64th Avenue, changing its land use from low-density to medium-density residential and its zoning from Jefferson County A-2 to Arvada R-13. The council also approved a utility easement for Xcel Energy, an intergovernmental agreement with Westminster for resurfacing Garrison Street, and a revision to the city's strategic plan. Additionally, it passed ordinances on final reading, including one adding a new offense for interference with school staff, faculty, or students, and another amending penalty provisions.

• Approved R21-093, granting a non-exclusive public utility easement to Xcel Energy for utility lines in Holistic Health and Fitness Park.
• Approved R21-094, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Westminster for resurfacing Garrison Street from 88th Avenue south to city limit.
• Approved R21-095, authorizing the second revision to the City Council Strategic Plan 2020-2025.
• Approved CB21-025 on first reading, authorizing an additional appropriation to the Community Development Fund for FY 2021, with a public hearing set for August 2, 2021.
• Approved CB21-021 on final reading, adding Section 62-62 to the Arvada City Code, creating an offense for interference with staff, faculty, or students of educational institutions (Ordinance No. 4767).
• Approved CB21-022 on final reading, amending penalty and violation classification sections of the city code (Ordinance No. 4768).
• Approved CP2021-0003, R21-096, CB21-023, and CB21-024, approving the land use designation change, annexation, and rezoning of 15812 W. 64th Avenue.
• Approved major modifications for Caliber Collision at 6782 Fig Street, allowing outdoor vehicle storage for 83 stalls and a 60-day storage limit.

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure and engineering contracts. This includes funding for a water treatment pilot plant and street modifications in Olde Town. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances related to city code amendments and land annexation.

• $448,946.80 increase for Ralston Road reconstruction between Upham and Yukon Streets
• $360,083.00 agreement for converting Olde Town streets into pedestrian space
• $500,000.00 agreement for modular parklets and fencing in Olde Town Arvada
• Rezoning of 15812 W. 64th Avenue from Agricultural to Residential 13
• $230,000.00 purchase order for a water treatment filter pilot plant

The Arvada City Council approved a consent agenda including resolutions for a water treatment filter pilot plant, on-call engineering contracts, a Ralston Road reconstruction amendment, and Olde Town pedestrian space and parklet agreements. It also approved four ordinances on first reading, including one to add an educational institution interference offense and one to annex and rezone land at 15812 W. 64th Avenue. The council denied a major modification for the Greyshoe Unit Addition at 5430 Estes Street, citing noncompliance with the Land Development Code, and approved a conditional use for the Ralston Gardens parking lot with a condition tying it to the affordable housing development.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions R21-088 through R21-092, including a $230,000 purchase order to Intuitech, Inc. for a water treatment filter pilot plant and contracts for on-call engineering services up to $450,000 per contract.
• Approved first reading of ordinances CB21-021 through CB21-024, including adding Section 62-62 (interference with staff, faculty, or students of educational institutions) and annexing/rezone of 15812 W. 64th Avenue, with public hearings set for July 19, 2021.
• Approved the conditional use application for the Ralston Gardens parking lot at 9250 Ralston Road, with the condition that it be used only for the associated affordable multifamily development.
• Denied the major modifications for the Greyshoe Unit Addition at 5430 Estes Street, based on findings of noncompliance with the Land Development Code.
• Approved the appointment of Bill Ray to the Metro Wastewater Reclamation District for a term from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2023.
• Approved the minutes of the June 14, 2021 City Council meeting as presented.

General

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding land development code modifications and a conditional use application. These items involve properties at 6782 Fig Street and the Indiana Business Park.

• Major Modification for Caliber Collision at 6782 Fig Street
• Conditional Use Application for Center Land at Indiana Business Park (14763 W. 65th Way and 6595 Holman Street)

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approval of two major modifications for Caliber Collision at 6782 Fig Street, allowing outdoor vehicle storage for up to 60 days and outdoor maintenance. The commission also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use application for Center Land at Indiana Business Park, permitting light industrial uses in a new commercial flex building. The July 20, 2021 meeting was cancelled due to no agenda items.

• Recommended approval of major modification for Caliber Collision to allow outdoor vehicle storage up to 60 days (7-0)
• Recommended approval of major modification for Caliber Collision to allow outdoor vehicle maintenance (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for light industrial uses at Indiana Business Park (7-0)
• Cancelled July 20, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding micromobility regulations, waste hauling updates, and parks and recreation. An executive session is also scheduled for legal advice related to the Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority.

• Proposed ordinance and rules for micromobility (e-scooters, e-bikes)
• Waste hauling update
• Parks and Recreation in Arvada
• 2020-2025 City Council Strategic Plan Review

City Council

The City Council will vote on land annexation and rezoning requests for Maple Valley Park and Project Indiana. The agenda also includes approvals for a water storage tank contract and turf maintenance equipment.

• $3,147,000 construction contract for a 1.5 million gallon water storage tank
• Rezoning of 6900 Indiana Street from Agricultural to Open Space
• Rezoning of properties near 6730 Indiana Street to Industrial, Light
• $402,586 purchase order for turf maintenance equipment
• Annexation petition for 15812 W 64th Ave

The Arvada City Council approved the annexation of Maple Valley Park (6900 Indiana Street) and its rezoning to Open Space, but rejected the annexation and rezoning of the Project Indiana properties (6700-6720 Indiana Street) after a lengthy public hearing with many residents in opposition. The council also approved a consent agenda including a $3.147 million water storage tank contract and a $402,586 purchase order for turf equipment, and appointed Brandon Figliolino to the Transportation Committee.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,147,000 water storage tank contract (7-0)
• Approved $402,586 purchase order for turf maintenance equipment (7-0)
• Approved Maple Valley Park annexation resolution R21-086 (7-0)
• Approved Maple Valley Park annexation ordinance CB21-016 (7-0)
• Approved Maple Valley Park rezoning to Open Space CB21-017 (7-0)
• Rejected Project Indiana annexation ordinance CB21-018 (5-2)
• Rejected Project Indiana rezoning to Industrial Light CB21-019 (6-1)
• Appointed Brandon Figliolino to Transportation Committee (7-0)

General

The Arvada Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include a comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, and rezoning for 15812 W 64th Avenue. The commission will also review a conditional use application for the Ralston Gardens parking lot.

• Rezoning and annexation of 15812 W 64th Avenue
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 15812 W 64th Avenue
• Conditional Use Application for Ralston Gardens Parking Lot at 9250 Ralston Road
• Major Modification for Greyshoe Unit Addition at 5430 Estes Street

The Arvada Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, and rezoning for 15812 West 64th Avenue, and a conditional use permit for a parking lot at 9250 Ralston Road. A major modification for a fourth unit at 5430 Estes Street was denied. The July 6, 2021 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for 15812 W 64th Ave (7-0)
• Approved annexation for 15812 W 64th Ave (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to R13 for 15812 W 64th Ave (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for Ralston Gardens parking lot (7-0)
• Denied major modification for Greyshoe Unit Addition at 5430 Estes St (3-4)
• Cancelled July 6, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct workshops regarding Metro Districts and receive staff updates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal advice related to the Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority.

• Legal advice regarding Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority
• Workshops on Metro Districts
• Staff updates

General

The Arvada Planning Commission will meet virtually to review land use proposals. The commission will consider a comprehensive plan amendment and an annexation for the property at 15812 W 64th Ave. Additionally, Commissioner Tim Knapp will be sworn into office.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 15812 W 64th Ave.
• Annexation for 15812 W 64th Ave.
• Oath of office for Commissioner Tim Knapp
• Approval of April 20, 2021 minutes

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 7-0 to continue both the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Annexation for 15812 West 64th Avenue to the June 8, 2021 meeting due to a noticing error. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission also discussed resuming in-person meetings in August.

• Continued Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 15812 West 64th Ave to June 8, 2021 (7-0)
• Continued Annexation for 15812 West 64th Ave to June 8, 2021 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances for the annexation and rezoning of land at Maple Valley Park and Project Indiana. The agenda also includes approvals for street maintenance contracts and regional trail agreements.

• Rezoning 6900 Indiana Street from Agricultural to Open Space
• Rezoning parcels near 6730 Indiana Street to Industrial, Light
• $698,879.18 contract for the 2021 street chip and slurry seal program
• $537,468.56 cost increase for sewer main replacement project
• Agreement with Jefferson County for Colorado Front Range Trail study

The Arvada City Council approved a consent agenda including a street chip and slurry seal program, a sewer replacement change order, and several other resolutions. It also approved intergovernmental agreements for a Front Range Trail feasibility study and a trailhead maintenance delegation, and passed four annexation/rezoning ordinances on first reading. The council appointed Ann Woods to the Park Advisory Committee and canceled the July 12, 2021 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $698,879.18 chip and slurry seal contract (7-0)
• Approved $537,468.56 change order for sewer replacement, total $1,701,872.56 (7-0)
• Approved IGA with Jefferson County for Front Range Trail feasibility study (7-0)
• Approved IGA with Jefferson County Public Library for trailhead maintenance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Maple Valley Park annexation and rezoning ordinances (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Project Indiana annexation and rezoning ordinances (7-0)
• Appointed Ann Woods to Park Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Canceled July 12, 2021 council meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct workshops regarding water infrastructure and waste hauling. The agenda also includes staff updates.

• Water Infrastructure Update
• Waste Hauling Update
• Staff Updates

City Council

The Arvada City Council is considering annexation petitions for properties on Indiana Street and a conditional use application for Ralston Commons. The council will also review an amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with the Arvada Fire Protection District regarding the public safety radio system.

• Annexation petition for 6700, 6702, 6710, and part of 6720 Indiana Street
• Annexation petition for Maple Valley Park near 6900 Indiana Street
• Amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Arvada Fire Protection District for radio system use
• Conditional Use Application for Ralston Commons at Ralston Road and Garrison Street
• Appointments to Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District Board

The Arvada City Council approved a conditional use application for Ralston Commons at the northwest corner of Ralston Road and Garrison Street, and accepted two annexation petitions (6700-6720 Indiana Street and Maple Valley Park) as substantially compliant, setting public hearings for June 14, 2021. The council also approved a second amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Arvada Fire Protection District for the public safety radio system, appointed three members to the Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District Board, and canceled the June 7, 2021 council meeting. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved conditional use for Ralston Commons (7-0)
• Accepted annexation petition for 6700-6720 Indiana Street, set hearing June 14 (7-0)
• Accepted annexation petition for Maple Valley Park, set hearing June 14 (7-0)
• Approved second amendment to IGA with Arvada Fire Protection District for radio system (7-0)
• Appointed Allyson Skiba, Loren Naftz, Kristin Chayer to Olde Town Arvada BID Board (7-0)
• Canceled June 7, 2021 council meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct workshops regarding bond projects, staff updates, and tobacco and vaping enforcement. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss legal advice for Leyden Rock infrastructure and the Canyon Pines Metro District request.

• Leyden Rock infrastructure improvements
• Canyon Pines Metro District Special Improvement District request
• Bond projects quarterly update
• Regulation and enforcement of tobacco and vaping
• Charter Review Committee workshop

General

The Arvada Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two annexation and rezoning projects. These items involve properties located on Indiana Street.

• Maple Valley Park annexation at 6900 Indiana St.
• Maple Valley Park rezoning from Jefferson County A-1 to City of Arvada OS
• Project Indiana annexation at 6730 Indiana St.
• Project Indiana rezoning from Jefferson County A-1 and City of Arvada CG to City of Arvada IL

The Arvada Planning Commission recommended approval of the Maple Valley Park annexation and rezoning to OS, and the Project Indiana annexation and rezoning to IL, both to City Council. The Project Indiana proposal includes a warehouse fulfillment center at 6730 Indiana St. and was approved with conditions, including a landscaped buffer and masonry wall along the park boundary. The commission also voted to cancel the May 4, 2021 meeting.

• Recommended Maple Valley Park annexation at 6900 Indiana St. to City Council (6-0)
• Recommended Maple Valley Park rezoning from Jefferson County A-2 to Arvada OS (5-1)
• Recommended Project Indiana annexation at 6730 Indiana St. to City Council (5-1)
• Recommended Project Indiana rezoning from Jefferson County A-2 and Arvada CG to IL (4-2)
• Approved condition for landscaped buffer and 6-foot masonry wall along park boundary
• Suspended bylaws to continue meeting past 11 p.m. (6-0)
• Cancelled May 4, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (5-1)

City Council

The Arvada City Council will consider a $416,550 purchase order for eleven police vehicles and lease agreements for golf club utility vehicles. The council also has public hearings scheduled regarding environmental code updates and street improvements on Ralston Road.

• $416,550 purchase order for eleven police vehicles from Sill-TerHar Motors, Inc.
• Lease agreement with Colorado Golf and Turf, Inc. for West Woods and Lake Arbor golf clubs
• Intergovernmental Agreement for the Denver Tramway Streetcar Site Development Project
• Ordinance for street improvements to Ralston Road involving Jefferson County School District No. R-1
• Ratification of the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as a Three Mile Plan

The Arvada City Council approved all items on the agenda, including a $416,550 purchase order for police vehicles, a golf cart lease agreement, an intergovernmental agreement for the Denver Tramway Streetcar project, and ratification of the 2014 Comprehensive Plan as the Three Mile Plan. Three ordinances were also approved on final reading: an environment code update, an additional FY2021 appropriation, and a street improvements agreement with Jefferson County School District. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $416,550 purchase order for 11 Ford police vehicles (7-0)
• Approved golf cart lease agreement with Colorado Golf and Turf (7-0)
• Approved IGA with Arvada Urban Renewal Authority for streetcar site project (7-0)
• Ratified 2014 Comprehensive Plan as Three Mile Plan (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4760, environment code update (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4761, additional FY2021 appropriation (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4762, Ralston Road street improvements IGA with Jeffco schools (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold workshops regarding the city's ADA Self Assessment and Transition Plan and a waste hauling update. Staff updates are also scheduled for discussion.

• Presentation of the City of Arvada's ADA Self Assessment and Transition Plan
• Waste Hauling Update
• Staff Updates

General

The Arvada Planning Commission will meet virtually to consider several land use items. The commission will review a resolution to adopt the 2014 Comprehensive Plan as the Three Mile Plan. A public hearing is also scheduled for a conditional use application at Ralston Commons.

• Resolution adopting the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as the Three Mile Plan
• Conditional Use Application for Ralston Commons at Ralston Road and Garrison Street
• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approval of a conditional use application for Ralston Commons, a mixed-use development at the northwest corner of Ralston Road and Garrison Street. The project includes 185 multi-family units, 27 townhomes, and about 5,500 square feet of commercial space. The commission also voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as the city's Three Mile Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of CP2021-0002, adopting the 2014 Arvada Comprehensive Plan as the Three Mile Plan, by a 7-0 vote.
• Recommended approval of the Ralston Commons conditional use application, by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved the minutes from the March 16, 2021 meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions regarding intergovernmental agreements, water conservation, and CARES Act funding. Public hearings are scheduled for the annexation and rezoning of properties at 16770 and 16790 West 63rd Place. The agenda also includes a $19,000,000 bond issuance for the Allison Village Project.

• Rezoning and annexation of 16770 and 16790 West 63rd Place
• $19,000,000 bond issuance for the Allison Village Project
• $243,000 for Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail extensions
• $431,000 to offset Apex Park and Recreation District COVID-19 expenses
• Major modifications for Wet Rabbit Car Wash at 9159 Kendrick Street

The Arvada City Council approved the annexation and rezoning of the Lazy Susan property at 16770 and 16790 West 63rd Place, changing its land use from Jefferson County R-1 to RN-12.5 residential. The council also approved a consent agenda of seven resolutions, including agreements for automated metering infrastructure, a water conservation plan, and a $19 million housing revenue bond. Additionally, they approved six other resolutions, including funding for the Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail, an agreement with Apex Park and Recreation District for COVID-19 expenses, and a grant for emergency rental assistance. The council also approved three ordinances on first reading, set public hearings for April 19, and made numerous appointments to boards and commissions.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions R21-052 through R21-058, including the AMI project agreement, 2021 Visitors Center Strategic Plan, 2019 Water Conservation Plan, corrected CDBG budget, $19M housing revenue bonds, an easement to Public Service Company, and a purchase and sale agreement with Jefferson Center Metropolitan District No. 1.
• Approved R21-059, continuing participation in the Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail project with funding up to $243,000 (vote 5-1, Ford opposed).
• Approved R21-060, amending the intergovernmental agreement with Denver Water.
• Approved R21-061, an intergovernmental agreement with Apex Park and Recreation District to offset $431,000 of COVID-19 expenses.
• Approved R21-062, amending the intergovernmental agreement with CDOT for Wadsworth turn lanes.
• Approved R21-063, a grant agreement with Jefferson County for emergency rental assistance.
• Approved R21-064, an intergovernmental agreement with HUD for CARES Act funding of $276,525.
• Approved R21-065, permanently ratifying the City Manager's authorization for the Severe Weather Shelter Network to be a subrecipient of CDBG funds.

City Council

The Arvada City Council will conduct workshops regarding housing strategies and a summary of the 2020 - 2025 City Council Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes staff updates.

• Housing strategies workshop
• 2020 - 2025 City Council Strategic Plan Year End Summary
• Staff updates

General

The Planning Commission will conduct a virtual meeting to consider public access easements and modifications for Wet Rabbit Car Wash. Other scheduled annexation and rezoning items were rescheduled to April 20, 2021.

• Public Access Easement for Wet Rabbit Car Wash (9159 Kendrick St.)
• Major Modifications for Wet Rabbit Car Wash (9159 Kendrick St.)
• Rescheduled: Maple Valley Park Annexation and Rezoning (6900 Indiana St.)
• Rescheduled: Project Indiana Annexation and Rezoning (6730 Indiana St.)

The Arvada Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approval of two requests for the Wet Rabbit Car Wash at 9159 Kendrick St.: the vacation of a public access easement and major modifications to the project. The commission also approved the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction. No other business, reports, or public comments were presented.

• Approved February 16, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction
• Recommended City Council approval of the public access easement vacation for Wet Rabbit Car Wash (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of major modifications for Wet Rabbit Car Wash (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including road construction and trail engineering services. The agenda also includes budget amendments for traffic signal replacements and ordinances regarding land annexation and rezoning. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on conditional use applications.

• $1,371,181.73 contract for West 72nd Avenue construction from Kipling Street to Simms Street
• $370,796.00 engineering design services for the Alkire Street Trail
• $1,650,000 budget amendment for signal replacements at West 64th Avenue and West 80th Avenue
• Annexation and rezoning of 16770 & 16790 W. 63rd Place
• $285,299.00 purchase order for a snow plow truck

The Arvada City Council approved conditional use permits for two residential developments: Morgan Ralston Creek at 9881 W. 58th Avenue (with two options, one excluding removal of the Good Times restaurant) and Clear Creek Commons at the southeast corner of West 52nd Avenue and Marshall Street (a five-story project). The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for road construction, trail design, and a snow plow truck, and approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Ralston Reservoir dam renovation. Additionally, the council extended the COVID-19 emergency declaration to April 30, 2021, and approved first readings for several ordinances, including annexation and rezoning for the Lazy Susan property.

• Approved consent agenda: SEMA Construction contract for West 72nd Avenue ($1,371,181.73), RockSol Consulting for Alkire Street Trail design ($370,796), four relief municipal court judge employment agreements, and a snow plow truck purchase order ($285,299).
• Approved R21-050: Intergovernmental agreement with Denver Water and North Table Mountain Water & Sanitation District for Ralston Reservoir dam renovation.
• Approved R21-051: Tenth extension of COVID-19 emergency declaration to April 30, 2021 (6-1, Marriott dissenting).
• Approved first reading of CB21-009, CB21-010, and CB21-012 (annexation, rezoning, and easement vacation for Lazy Susan and Candelas properties), with public hearings set for April 5, 2021.
• Approved first reading of CB21-011 (vacating right-of-way for W. 52nd Place) with Councilmember Marriott abstaining due to property ownership.
• Approved conditional use for Morgan Ralston Creek (option 2, without Good Times removal) and also approved option 1 (with Good Times removal) by a 5-2 vote.
• Approved conditional use for Clear Creek Commons as a five-story residential project (unanimous).
• Approved final readings of CB21-007 and CB21-008, authorizing budget amendments and intergovernmental agreements for traffic signal replacements at West 64th & Simms and West 80th & Vance, and West 58th & Kipling.

City Council

The Arvada City Council meeting consists of workshops regarding Olde Town street closures and a waste hauling update. The agenda also includes staff updates.

• Olde Town street closures workshop
• Waste hauling update

City Council

The Arvada City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city contracts, including road construction and water treatment operations. The agenda also includes budget amendments for signal replacements and public hearings on building codes and land use.

• $12,360,000 construction contract for Ralston Road (Hamon Infrastructure, Inc.)
• $4,434,156.20 concrete replacement project contract (Triple M Construction LLC)
• $3,085,470.53 pavement resurfacing program (Asphalt Specialties Co., Inc.)
• Annexation petition for 16790 and 16770 W. 63rd Place
• Conditional use application for Clear Creek Commons at W. 52nd Avenue and Marshall Street

The Arvada City Council approved a 12-item consent agenda, including a $12,360,000 construction contract for the Ralston Road project from Yukon Street to Garrison Street, a $4,434,156.20 concrete replacement contract, and a $3,085,470.53 pavement resurfacing contract. The council also approved on first reading two ordinances authorizing budget amendments and intergovernmental agreements with the Colorado Department of Transportation for traffic signal replacements, with public hearings set for March 15, 2021. A public hearing on an ordinance amending the International Residential Code's climatic and geographical design criteria was closed and the ordinance was approved on final reading as Ordinance No. 4753. The public hearing for the Clear Creek Commons conditional use application was continued to March 15, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda items R21-031 through R21-042, including contracts for construction, chemicals, and equipment purchases.
• Approved a $12,360,000 construction contract with Hamon Infrastructure, Inc. for the Ralston Road project (Yukon to Garrison).
• Approved a $4,434,156.20 renewal contract with Triple M Construction LLC for the 2021 Concrete Replacement Project.
• Approved a $3,085,470.53 contract with Asphalt Specialties Co., Inc. for the CSB-21-ST-01 Pavement Resurfacing Program.
• Approved on first reading CB21-007 and CB21-008, authorizing budget amendments and IGA with CDOT for signal replacements, with public hearings set for March 15, 2021.
• Approved on final reading CB21-006, amending the International Residential Code's climatic and geographical design criteria, as Ordinance No. 4753.
• Continued the public hearing for the Clear Creek Commons conditional use application to March 15, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the January 25 and February 1, 2021 meetings.

General

The Arvada Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting featuring workshops and public hearings. The agenda includes Land Development Code training and several applications for rezoning, annexation, and right-of-way vacations.

• Lazy Susan Major Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Annexation, and Rezoning at 16790 and 16770 W. 63rd Place
• Habitat for Humanity Vacation of Right-of-Way at 5249 Carr St.
• Conditional Use for Morgan Ralston Creek at 9881 W. 58th Ave.
• Land Development Code Training workshop

The Arvada Planning Commission recommended approval of three items to City Council: a right-of-way vacation for Habitat for Humanity, a comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, and rezoning for the Lazy Susan property, and a conditional use for the Morgan Ralston Creek development. All motions passed 5-0. The commission also approved the January 19, 2021 minutes as corrected and canceled the March 2, 2021 meeting due to lack of agenda items.

• Recommended approval of Habitat for Humanity right-of-way vacation at 5249 Carr St. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Lazy Susan comprehensive plan amendment at 16790 and 16770 W. 63rd Pl. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Lazy Susan annexation at 16790 and 16770 W. 63rd Pl. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Lazy Susan rezoning at 16790 and 16770 W. 63rd Pl. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Morgan Ralston Creek conditional use at 9881 W. 58th Ave. with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 as corrected
• Canceled March 2, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive updates regarding annual streets maintenance and traffic signal maintenance programs. The agenda also includes discussion of an intergovernmental agreement for the Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail.

• Annual Streets Maintenance Program update
• Traffic Signal Maintenance and Replacement Program update
• Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail Intergovernmental Agreement
• Executive session regarding property acquisition for Ralston Road Phase II

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for a $500,000 grant to purchase recycling carts through an agreement with the State of Colorado. The council will also hold a first reading of an ordinance amending building design criteria. A workshop regarding waste hauling updates is also scheduled.

• Resolution R21-030: $500,000 grant for recycling carts
• Ordinance CB21-006: Amendment to building and building regulations code
• Waste hauling update workshop

The Arvada City Council approved a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the State of Colorado for a $500,000 cash grant to support the purchase of recycling carts. The council also approved on first reading an ordinance amending the International Residential Code's climatic and geographical design criteria, with a public hearing set for March 1, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a workshop on organized waste hauling updates.

• Approved R21-030, intergovernmental agreement for $500,000 recycling cart grant (7-0)
• Approved CB21-006 on first reading, amending building code climatic design criteria (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding traffic signal replacements and budget amendments. The agenda also includes several agreements for infrastructure repairs and seasonal salt purchases. A conditional use permit for Olde Town Residences will be heard.

• $950,000 budget amendment for signal replacements at West 58th Avenue & Independence Street and West 86th Parkway & Kipling Street
• $1,231,117 change order for engineering design services on West 72nd Avenue between Kipling Street and Simms Street
• Purchase of two CCTV inspection vans for wastewater up to $386,794
• Purchase orders for salt material ($400,000 each) and liquid de-icer ($200,000)
• Conditional Use Permit for Olde Town Residences at 7267 W 56th Avenue

The Arvada City Council approved a conditional use permit for the Olde Town Residences project at 7267 W 56th Avenue, with a 5-2 vote. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for infrastructure repairs, a small cell facilities license, and budget amendments. All votes were unanimous except for the conditional use permit.

• Approved conditional use permit for Olde Town Residences at 7267 W 56th Ave (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda with 12 resolutions for infrastructure warranty repair contracts, change orders, and material purchases (7-0)
• Approved R21-025 continuing Rocky Flats Stewardship Council for 2021-2024 (7-0)
• Approved R21-026 agreement with PeaceJam Foundation for Allen House use (7-0)
• Approved R21-027 lease with Arvada Chamber of Commerce for 7305 Grandview Ave (7-0)
• Approved R21-028 ninth extension of COVID-19 emergency declaration (7-0)
• Approved CB21-001 and R21-029 for public improvements fee schedule (7-0)
• Approved CB21-002, CB21-003, and CB21-005 budget and personnel ordinances (7-0)

General

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use application. This item concerns the Clear Creek Commons, located near the southeast corner of West 52nd Avenue and Marshall Street.

• Conditional Use Application for Clear Creek Commons

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a contract for new waste and recycling carts and a sewer project change order. The agenda also includes a public hearing on adopting a new official floodplain map and a workshop regarding e-bikes on trails.

• Agreement with Schaefer Systems International, Inc. for waste and recycling carts up to $2,600,000 in the first year
• $1,600,000 change order for the Ralston Trunk Sewer Replacement project
• $950,000 budget amendment for signal replacements at West 58th Avenue and West 86th Parkway
• Emergency ordinance to adopt a new FEMA floodplain map
• Workshop on allowing e-bikes and e-scooters on park and open space trails

The Arvada City Council approved a consent agenda covering software, waste carts, sewer work, and more, and separately approved the employment agreement for Municipal Court Judge Kathryn Kurtz with a residency amendment. It also adopted a naming policy, established the 2021 Charter Review Committee, and approved a trails grant application. On final reading, the council adopted the updated floodplain map (Ordinance No. 4748) and approved a CDBG CARES Act amendment. Four ordinances were advanced to a public hearing on January 25.

• Approved consent agenda items R21-001 through R21-007 (7-0)
• Approved Judge Kurtz employment agreement with residency amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Naming and Renaming of Public Spaces and Facilities Policy (7-0)
• Established and appointed 2021 Charter Review Committee (7-0)
• Authorized trails grant application for Standley Lake Library Trailhead (7-0)
• Adopted floodplain map Ordinance No. 4748 on final reading (7-0)
• Approved CDBG CARES Act substantial amendment resolution R21-012 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for ordinances CB21-001, CB21-002, CB21-003, CB21-005 on Jan 25 (7-0)