Berthoud public meetings in 2022

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss the issue of tree die-off and brainstorm ideas for Arbor Day 2023. The committee also plans to address a meeting schedule adjustment for January due to MLK Day.

• Discussion of tree die-off issue
• Planning for Arbor Day 2023
• Proposed January meeting adjustment for MLK Day

The committee approved amended minutes from November 2022 and rescheduled the January and February 2023 meetings due to holidays. Members discussed tree die-off enforcement and potential activities for Arbor Day 2023. Staff reported a $1,500 budget line item for the committee.

• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes as amended
• Moved January meeting to January 30th at 5pm
• Moved February meeting to February 27th at 5pm

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will conduct public hearings regarding the adoption of the 2023 annual budget and new building and energy codes. The agenda also includes discussions on the 1st Street Sewer Plan and various funding requests.

• Public hearing for adopting 2021 International Building and Energy Codes
• Adoption of 2023 Annual Budget via resolutions and Ordinance 1314
• Discussion regarding the 1st Street Sewer Plan
• Trust for Public Lands conservation funding request
• Bike Lane Bid Award

The Board of Trustees approved the 2023 annual budget, fee schedule, and tax levies. The Board also adopted updated international building and energy codes and authorized a water court application for water appropriation.

• Adopted 2023 Annual Budget, fee schedule, and tax levies (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1313 adopting 2021 International Building and Energy Codes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-18 to file a Water Court application for water appropriation (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with 1st Street Sewer Capacity Improvement Project (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 contribution to the Lewis Heritage Farm Project
• Approved agreement with House of Neighborly Services for resident utility assistance (7-0)
• Appointed Kathy Mitchell to the Tree Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved Bike Lane Bid Award and LCSO 2023 Statement of Work (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee will discuss approving a plaque for the E.E. Stepp House and receive an update on the Historic Home Tour Revival. The meeting also includes the approval of November 14, 2022, meeting minutes.

• E.E. Stepp House Plaque Approval
• Historic Home Tour Revival Update
• Approval of November 14, 2022 Meeting Minutes

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission approved the text for the E.E. Stepp House plaque. Members also discussed plans for a Historic Homes Walking Tour Brochure to be ready by June 3, 2023.

• Approved E.E. Stepp House plaque content (unanimous)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings on two final plat requests. One request seeks to create a buildable lot for a grill restaurant within the Heron Lakes subdivision, while the other concerns a replat for Brown M.L.D. 97-EX 1074.

• Final Plat request for Heron Lakes 20th Filing to create a lot for a grill restaurant
• Final Plat request for Brown M.L.D. 97-EX 1074, Replat No. 1
• Approval of November 10, 2022, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the Heron Lakes 20th Filing Final Plat to create a lot for a grill restaurant. The commission also approved the Brown M.L.D. 97-EX 1074, Replat No. 1 Final Plat to dedicate easements and Right-of-Way.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Heron Lakes 20th Filing Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Brown M.L.D. 97-EX 1074, Replat No. 1 Final Plat (unanimous)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the expansion of Pioneer Park and receive an update on Richardson Park. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• Pioneer Park Expansion discussion
• Richardson Park update
• Approval of November 2, 2022 minutes

The committee voted to select the first of three proposed playground options for the Pioneer Park expansion, with construction anticipated to start in 2023. Members also discussed prioritizing phases for Richardson Park, specifically regarding athletic fields and the need for a lap swimming pool.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Selected first playground option for Pioneer Park expansion
• Proposed solid rubber surfacing instead of mulch for Pioneer Park
• Identified baseball fields as a priority for Richardson Park completion

Board of Trustees

The Board is reviewing a presentation on the Town's first set of Landscape Design Guidelines. The proposed guidelines aim to promote water conservation, native plants, and sustainable stormwater management for new developments. Staff is seeking direction on the draft before bringing it back for final approval.

• Presentation of proposed Landscape Design Guidelines

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review the ScorchFest presentation and discuss plans for the upcoming year. The meeting also includes updates on 'The Fund' video and end-of-year party planning.

• ScorchFest wrap-up and calendar creation
• Status of The Fund video
• End-of-year party planning
• Next year group setup and recruitment

The commission reviewed the ScorchFest presentation and confirmed that all member write-ups were completed. Members coordinated a yearly activity calendar via Google Slides and discussed recruitment for the following year. The commission decided to hold an end-of-year party on December 20 at a Loveland escape room.

• Confirmed previous meeting minutes
• Scheduled end-of-year party for December 20 at a Loveland escape room

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold public hearings regarding the purchase of Newell Farm at 236 E State Highway 56 and amendments to park hours. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Larimer County sale of Little Thompson Farm and an update on the 2023 annual budget. Additionally, the board will consider a resolution to opt out of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program.

• Public hearing for Newell Farm purchase at 236 E State Highway 56
• Public hearing for park hours code amendment (Ordinance 1311)
• Resolution to opt out of Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program
• Introduction of ordinance adopting new building and energy codes
• Discussion on Larimer County sale of Little Thompson Farm

The Board approved the purchase of real property at 236 E State Highway 56 and amended the municipal code regarding public park hours. Other actions included opting out of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program and approving the City of Fort Collins FLEX Agreement.

• Approved purchase of real property at 236 E State Highway 56 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1311 amending public park, open space, and recreational area hours (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 to opt out of Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (5-0)
• Approved City of Fort Collins FLEX Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 extending Oil & Gas Administrative Suspension (5-0)
• Approved termination of 2007 Development Agreement with Safeway and M&K Investments (5-0)
• Approved Berthoud Community Library Board appointments (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance 1313 to adopt various 2021 building and safety codes by reference (5-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding a tree sale and the light parade. The committee will also consider an adjustment to the December meeting schedule.

• Update on Tree Sale
• Light Parade Update
• December Meeting adjustment
• Approval of October 2022 minutes

The committee approved the October 2022 meeting minutes and rescheduled the December meeting to 6:00 p.m. Members discussed a potential street tree replacement ordinance and the status of the annual tree sale.

• Approved October 2022 meeting minutes as amended
• Approved moving December 19th meeting time to 6:00 p.m.

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and host public input. Discussion topics include recruitment strategies, the status of The Fund Video, and a wrap-up for Scorchfest.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Recruitment brainstorming for non-email users
• Status update on The Fund Video
• Scorchfest wrap-up and presentation planning

The commission interviewed and accepted Zoe and Cloud as members of the BYAC. Members scheduled a meeting for November 22 to assign roles for a presentation before the town meeting.

• Accepted Zoe and Cloud as members of the BYAC
• Confirmed previous meeting minutes
• Scheduled Scorchfest write-ups for completion by December 6
• Scheduled role assignment meeting for November 22 at 6:00 PM

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several preservation topics. Discussion items include the Introduction Circle, a revival of the Historic Home Tour, and a plaque for the E.E. Stepp House.

• Approval of October 10, 2022 minutes
• Introduction Circle discussion
• Historic Home Tour Revival discussion
• E.E. Stepp House Plaque discussion
• Saving Places Conference discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for a setback variance at 948 5th St to allow for a garage addition. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 13, 2022, meeting.

• Variance request for 948 5th St regarding 4 ft. rear and 3 ft. side setbacks
• Approval of October 13, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission approved a variance request for a property at 948 5th Street to allow a garage addition. The approval grants a 4-foot rear setback variance and a 3-foot south side setback variance.

• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 4-foot rear and 3-foot side setback variance for garage at 948 5th Street

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will conduct an overview of the 2023 annual budget. The agenda includes discussions on oil and gas regulations and amendments to public park and open space hours. The board will also consider a resolution regarding the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program.

• 2023 Annual Budget Overview
• Ordinance 1311 regarding public park and open space hours
• Resolution 2022-12 to opt out of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program
• Town Hall EV Charger Project Bid Award
• Discussion on oil and gas regulations

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the Town Hall EV Charger Project Bid Award. Several other items, including park hours and medical leave insurance, were deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Town Hall EV Charger Project Bid Award (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 Meeting Agenda (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 2022 Financial Information (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 1311 regarding park hours until November 22, 2022
• Tabled Resolution 2022-12 regarding Family and Medical Leave Insurance Opt-Out until November 22, 2022
• Approved motion to extend meeting to 10:00 PM (6-0)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Waggener Farm Park pickleball court and the Jaskowski property. Staff updates for parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• Waggener Farm Park Pickleball Court Update
• Jaskowski Property Discussion
• Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails staff updates

The provided document is a meeting agenda. It does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes from the meeting.

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and take public input. Members will also discuss recruitment updates, assign roles for The Fund video, and conduct a wrap-up of Scorchfest.

• Review and vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Recruitment updates regarding merchandise, email login, and application timelines
• Role assignments for The Fund video
• Scorchfest wrap-up and presentation planning for November 8th

Board of Trustees

This is a procedural agenda item: the Board of Trustees will conduct a site tour of the Jaskowski property at 2906 W County Road 14. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

• Site tour of Jaskowski property, 2906 W County Road 14

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider designating 545 7th Street as a local historic landmark. A public hearing is scheduled for Ordinance 1310, which addresses procedures for traffic and parking violation collections in Municipal Court. The meeting also includes reports from elected officials and staff.

• Resolution 2022-12: Historic Landmark Designation for 545 7th Street
• Public Hearing for Ordinance 1310 regarding traffic and parking violation collections
• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of the September 2022 Board Report

The Town Board approved a resolution to designate a local historic landmark and passed an ordinance regarding the collection of traffic and parking violations. The board also approved the consent agenda and entered an executive session for legal advice on tree replacement.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 designating 545 7th Street as a Local Historic Landmark (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1310 establishing procedures for default judgements and collections for traffic and parking violations (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for legal advice on replacement of dead or dying trees (7-0)

Board of Trustees

This agenda item is a joint dinner between the Berthoud Board of Trustees and the Thompson School District Board of Education, scheduled for 5:00 p.m. at Berthoud High School. No formal decisions or discussions are listed; the agenda contains only this procedural social event.

• Joint dinner with Thompson School District Board of Education
• Location: Berthoud High School, 850 Spartan Avenue

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and hear public input. Members will also receive updates on recruitment efforts and 'The Fund' requests. Additionally, the group will discuss the Scorchfest budget and wrap-up.

• Recruitment updates and applications
• Updates regarding The Fund and its first request
• Scorchfest budget discussion
• Review of previous meeting minutes

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will review minutes from the September 2022 meeting and hear a presentation on its history. Discussion items include a draft for a tree sale and approval of posts for a communications plan.

• Approval of September 2022 meeting minutes
• Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee History Presentation
• Discussion of Tree Sale Draft
• Approval of Communications Plan posts

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the minutes from September and a communications plan for social media posts. They discussed a potential tree sale program modeled after Windsor, a parade float for the Berthoud Lighted Parade, and budget ideas for the coming year. No formal votes were recorded on the tree sale or parade participation.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Amy Lentz, seconded by Hannah Daniels)
• Approved proposed social media posts for November and December (motion by Lynn Larsen, seconded by Hannah Daniels)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for the Farmstead Acres Neighborhood Master Plan and the rezoning of 9.015 acres into Urban Residential, M-1 Industrial, and C-1 Commercial zones. The commission will also consider final plat filings for Trails at Creekview.

• Rezoning of 9.015 acres into Urban Residential, M-1 Industrial, and C-1 Commercial zones
• Farmstead Acres Neighborhood Master Plan request
• Final Plat request for Trails at Creekview Filings 1-4

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will discuss the initial draft of the 2023 Annual Budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding water policy and metro district policy.

• Initial Draft 2023 Annual Budget
• Water Policy Discussion
• Metro District Policy Discussion
• August 2022 Financial Information

The Board of Trustees voted 7-0 to schedule a public hearing on December 13, 2022, to consider adopting the 2023 Annual Budget and associated ordinances. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and financial information, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; water policy and metro district policy were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved consent agenda items (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 2023 Annual Budget on December 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Extended meeting until 10:30 PM (7-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential property purchase (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will hold a historic landmark hearing for the E.E. Stepp House. The meeting also includes discussions regarding nominations for the Autumn 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award.

• Historic landmark hearing for 545 7th St (E.E. Stepp House)
• Nomination of Autumn 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award
• Approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The PORT committee elected Tim Grover as chair, Lauren Roth as vice-chair, and Anna Murphy as secretary, and set future meetings for the first Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM. The committee discussed the Jaskowski property, considering public and private uses, and recommended adding more pollinator habitat. Staff updates included the rec center receiving the Columbine Award and the obstacle course at Bein Park opening.

• Elected Tim Grover as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Lauren Roth as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Anna Murphy as secretary (unanimous)
• Set future meetings first Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM (consensus)
• Approved minutes from September 7, 2022 meeting (motion, seconded)
• Recommended canceling January 4, 2023 meeting for holiday break (consensus)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review and vote to confirm previous meeting minutes. Members will discuss recruitment strategies involving social media and local newsletters. The agenda also includes planning for merchandise and potential year-end activities.

• Vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Recruitment strategies for Oktoberfest and social media
• Planning for merchandise including hoodies, pens, and stickers
• Discussion of potential year-end activities like Snowfest

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 1309 to rezone part of the Botterill-Marsh Property from Agricultural to Single Family Residential. The agenda also includes discussions on oil and gas policy and a Habitat for Humanity fee waiver request.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1309 rezoning Botterill-Marsh Property
• Habitat for Humanity Fee Waiver Request
• Discussion of Oil and Gas Policy
• Possible sale of Old Town Hall

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 1309, rezoning a portion of the Botterill-Marsh property from Agricultural to Single Family Residential District, with stipulations including sidewalk completion and tree lawn maintenance. The board also approved appointments to the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Advisory Committee, and PORT Committee, and waived fees for Habitat for Humanity properties. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 1309 rezoning Botterill-Marsh property to Single Family Residential (7-0)
• Appointed Clifford Brett Wing to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Earl Fashbaugh, Kathy Karpiel, Leslie Moore to Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Anna Murphy and Callie West to PORT Committee (6-0)
• Approved Habitat for Humanity fee waiver for 1762 and 1764 N. 4th Street (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and board report (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Trustees held a strategic planning retreat with a facilitator. The agenda contains only this session and adjournment.

• No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings were listed.

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will review its history and discuss a presence at Berthoud Oktoberfest. Members are also scheduled to approve communication plan posts for the upcoming quarter.

• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes
• Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee History Presentation
• Approval of communications plan posts for the upcoming quarter
• Discussion regarding a booth at Berthoud Oktoberfest

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the August 2022 meeting minutes as-is. The forester reported that emerald ash borer treatments were completed on 300 ash trees at Fickel, Roberts, and Railroad Parks, and that the city is applying for a 13th consecutive Tree City USA growth award. The committee discussed developer tree warranty enforcement, a communications plan for social media posts, and a booth at the upcoming Oktoberfest event. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Hannah, second by Paul; no changes)

Board of Trustees

The meeting consists of a strategic planning session with a facilitator. No other specific legislative items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Strategic Planning Session

Youth Advisory Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission discussed recruitment strategies, including social media and flyers, and decided to create a new fund video. Members Grazia Novak and Kenyan will attend Oktoberfest on October 1st with cornhole. The commission also plans to order new hoodies and shirts, and is considering a clothing drive and participation in Snowfest.

• Confirmed previous meeting minutes
• Decided to post on social media and create flyers for recruitment
• Decided to get an ad in the water bill and school newsletter
• Decided to complete recruitment tasks as soon as possible
• Decided to make a new fund video
• Grazia and Kenyan will attend Oktoberfest on October 1st with cornhole
• Planned to order new hoodies and shirts; Scarlett will create a design
• Next meeting scheduled for September 29th

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to withdraw a ballot question from the November general election. This item involves Welch Reservoir, McNeil Reservoir, and the authorization of annexation for adjacent Handy Ditch Company land.

• Resolution to withdraw ballot question regarding Welch Reservoir, McNeil Reservoir, and Handy Ditch Company annexation

The Board of Trustees voted 4-0 to withdraw a ballot question regarding the annexation of Welch Reservoir, McNeil Reservoir, and adjacent properties owned by the Handy Ditch Company from the November general election. The resolution was introduced by Mayor Pro-Tem Mike Grace and seconded by Trustee Karl Ayers. No further details on the reason for withdrawal were provided in the minutes.

• Approved Resolution 2022-11 to withdraw ballot question on annexation of Welch Reservoir, McNeil Reservoir, and Handy Ditch Company properties (4-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review previous meeting minutes and take public input. Members will also discuss recruitment strategies and plans for the remainder of the year.

• Review and vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Recruitment strategies including social media and flyers
• Discussion on potential video funding
• Planning for Oktoberfest

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to penalty provisions in the municipal code. The board will also consider authorization for Richardson Bike Park and discuss bike lane striping. Routine items including July 2022 financial information are included in the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on amending penalty provisions in the municipal code
• Richardson Bike Park authorization
• Discussion regarding bike lane striping
• Buoy Naming Proclamation
• Review of July 2022 financial information

The Board of Trustees approved Option A for the Richardson Bike Park and directed staff to proceed with construction, with an amendment to suspend events until additional parking is available. The vote was 5-1, with Trustee Soricelli dissenting. The Board also adopted Ordinance 1308 updating fine and penalty provisions for a Municipal Court of Record, and directed staff to advertise the Berthoud Bicycle Lane Design Plan for public bid. Consent agenda items were approved 6-0.

• Approved Richardson Bike Park construction (Option A) with event suspension until parking added (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 1308 updating fine and penalty provisions (6-0)
• Directed staff to advertise Berthoud Bicycle Lane Design Plan for public bid (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and July 2022 financial information (6-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will conduct a historic landmark hearing for the E.E. Stepp House located at 545 7th St. The meeting also includes nominations for the Autumn 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award.

• Historic landmark hearing for 545 7th St- E.E. Stepp House
• Nomination of Autumn 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award
• Approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Berthoud Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for the 2B Botterill property and a final plat request for Vantage 6th. The commission will also review the minutes from the July 28, 2022, meeting.

• Rezoning request for 500 1st St from Agricultural to Single Family Residential
• Final plat request for Vantage 6th Filing

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the Vantage 6th Filing Final Plat for 30 single-family detached lots and 6.5 acres of open space, with a condition to continue ditch company discussions. They also approved the 2B Botterill Rezoning from Agricultural to R-1 for a 0.41-acre lot. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Approved Vantage 6th Filing Final Plat for 30 lots and 6.5 acres open space (unanimous)
• Approved 2B Botterill Rezoning from Ag to R-1 for 0.41-acre lot (unanimous)
• Approved July 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, Kurtz abstained)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The committee approved minutes from three prior meetings and discussed several park and trail projects. Trail signage improvements, including ADA transition assessments and mile markers, are underway. A site visit to the Jaskowski property was scheduled for October 5. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved minutes from March 2, May 4, and June 1, 2022
• Scheduled Jaskowski property tour for October 5, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will vote to confirm minutes from previous meetings. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding recruitment efforts, volunteer opportunities, and plans for next year.

• Vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of recruitment pizza party
• Review of volunteer and leadership opportunities
• Planning for next year's ideas

Board of Trustees

This is a special Town Board meeting with only an agenda and a meeting packet listed. No specific action items, ordinances, or public hearings are detailed in the agenda text, so the meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

• Special meeting scheduled for August 30, 2022
• Approved special town board meeting agenda
• Special meeting packet provided

The Board approved up to $2,479 for the Pioneer Park pollinator garden after other fundraising, and rescinded the 2017 mosquito spray policy, replacing it with a new approach that requires a vector index above 0.75 for two consecutive weeks before considering spraying via a special public meeting. Both motions passed on roll call votes.

• Approved up to $2,479 for Pioneer Park pollinator garden (6-0)
• Rescinded 2017 mosquito spray policy; new policy requires vector index >0.75 for two consecutive weeks before spraying, with a special public meeting (6-2)
• Continued meeting past 9:30 p.m. to complete agenda (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 2022-10 for a 2022 annual budget supplemental appropriation. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Newell Farm purchase and receive presentations on regional transportation and the Tree Committee.

• Public hearing for 2022 Annual Budget Supplemental Appropriation (Resolution 2022-10)
• Discussion of Newell Farm Purchase
• Tree Committee presentation
• Regional Transportation presentation
• Puppy Mill Awareness Proclamation

The Board approved a contract to purchase the Newell Farm property and authorized due diligence and continued negotiations, with Mayor Pro-Tem Grace recused. The consent agenda, including the August 9 meeting minutes, an IGA with Larimer and Weld Counties for the 2022 general election, November 8 ballot language, and a puppy mill awareness proclamation, was approved 7-0. A public hearing was held and Resolution 2022-10 was adopted for supplemental appropriations and budget amendments. Interview committees for various boards were assigned, and a discussion on mosquito spraying was deferred to a special meeting on August 30.

• Approved consent agenda including August 9 minutes, election IGA, ballot language, and puppy mill proclamation (7-0)
• Approved Newell Farm purchase contract and authorized due diligence and negotiations (6-0, Grace recused)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-10 for supplemental appropriation and budget amendments
• Assigned interview committees: PORT/Tree (Trustees Ayers, Murphy); Planning/Historic Preservation (Trustees Hardy, Butler)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review the recent Scorchfesta event, including feedback on food trucks and Airbound. The commission will also discuss follow-up items regarding money and raffles, alongside plans for club rush and a recruitment pizza party.

• Debrief of Scorchfesta
• Review of food trucks and Airbound participation
• Follow-up on raffle and money
• Planning for club rush and recruitment pizza party

The commission reviewed the Scorchfest event, discussing what went well and what could be improved. They counted raffle money, paid for rec passes, and planned a recruitment pizza party for the next meeting on September 1st. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Counted raffle money and paid for rec passes from raffle proceeds
• Drew raffle tickets; winners to be notified to pick up certificates at rec center
• Planned recruitment pizza party for September 1, 2022 meeting

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Cemetery Plan and EAB treatments. The meeting includes a presentation of a Communications Plan for Board of Trustees review and a proposal for a new town tree program.

• Proposal for a new town tree program to replace the Street Tree Replacement Program
• Staff report on Cemetery Plan and EAB treatments
• Communications Plan presentation for Board of Trustees review
• Approval of June 2022 meeting minutes

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the July minutes and extended officer terms through October 2023. They discussed a communications plan for the Board of Trustees, shifting its purpose to informing rather than seeking approval. The committee also reviewed a proposed tree program concept and noted that a contractor was chosen for EAB treatments.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes as-is
• Extended chair, vice-chair, and secretary terms to October 2023
• Agreed to present communications plan as informational, not for approval

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding preliminary plats for The Farmstead 2nd Filing and Vantage 6th Filing. The agenda also includes a review of June financial information and approval of recent meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for The Farmstead 2nd Filing Preliminary Plat
• Public hearing for Vantage 6th Filing Preliminary Plat
• Review of June financial information
• Approval of July 26 and July 28 meeting minutes

The Board of Trustees approved the Farmstead 2nd Filing and Vantage 6th Filing preliminary plats, both with conditions, in 5-0 votes. No public comments were made during either public hearing. The meeting also included citizen comments on parking, sidewalks, and town property, plus reports from trustees and staff.

• Approved Farmstead 2nd Filing preliminary plat with 7 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Vantage 6th Filing preliminary plat with 2 conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes and financial information (5-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Berthoud Historic Preservation Advisory Commission on August 8, 2022, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided upon during this session.

• No business was conducted due to the cancellation.

Planning Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings regarding preliminary and final plat filings for Farmstead, Hammond, and Vantage. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice-Chair and approval of July 14 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Farmstead 2nd Filling Preliminary Plat request
• Public hearing: Hammond 6th Filing Final Plat request
• Public hearing: Vantage 6th Filing Preliminary Plat request
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved three plat requests: Hammond 6th Filing (61 attached lots), Vantage 6th Filing (30 detached homes), and Farmstead 2nd Filing (266 lots plus commercial and open space). The Farmstead approval included conditions such as a roundabout at Highway 56 and County Line Road. Commissioner Anderson recused herself from the Farmstead vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved Hammond 6th Filing Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Vantage 6th Preliminary Plat with recommendation on ditch company discussions (unanimous)
• Approved Farmstead 2nd Filing Preliminary Plat with conditions including roundabout at Highway 56 and County Line Road (unanimous, after amendment)
• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (Commissioner Smith abstained)
• Elected Commissioner Anderson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the intent regarding a general election for an annexation. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this session.

• Intent regarding a general election for an annexation

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to direct staff to notify Larimer and Weld Counties of the Town's intent to participate in the November 8, 2022 General Election regarding an annexation. The motion carried 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to notify Larimer and Weld Counties of intent to participate in 2022 General Election on annexation (6-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates regarding volunteers and marketing. The meeting also includes planning for setup and takedown processes and reviewing equipment needs.

• Vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Updates on volunteers and marketing
• Planning for setup and takedown processes
• Discussion of 'what if?' scenarios
• Review of equipment, volunteers, and DJ needs

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review proposals for the Harvest 47 Neighborhood Masterplan and the annexation of Heron Lakes Cran. The agenda also includes a task order for Carter Lake pipeline capacity improvements.

• Ordinance 1305: Rezoning O'Malley Glen PUD to Urban Residential District
• Resolution 2022-07: Heron Lakes Cran annexation eligibility findings
• Ordinance 1306: Annexing Heron Lakes Cran to the Town of Berthoud
• Ordinance 1307: Zoning part of Heron Lakes Cran to Single Family Residential District
• Carter Lake Pipeline Capacity Improvements, Task Order No. 1

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved the annexation of Heron Lakes Cran, its zoning to Single Family Residential, and the neighborhood master plan with conditions. They also approved the Harvest 47 Neighborhood Master Plan and rezoning, a pipeline evaluation task order, and the consent agenda. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved consent agenda items (7-0), removing items 2 and 4
• Approved Carter Lake Pipeline Capacity Improvements Task Order No. 1 with Providence Infrastructure Consultants (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1305 rezoning O'Malley Glen PUD portion to Urban Residential (7-0)
• Approved Harvest 47 Neighborhood Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7 for Heron Lakes Cran annexation eligibility (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1306 annexing Heron Lakes Cran (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1307 zoning Heron Lakes Cran to Single Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved Heron Lakes Cran Neighborhood Master Plan with conditions (7-0)

Board of Trustees

This is a special meeting of the Berthoud Board of Trustees. The agenda contains only two items: approval of prior meeting minutes and a reference to a meeting packet. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of 2022.07.19 special town board meeting minutes
• Review of 2022.07.19 special meeting packet

The Board of Trustees appointed Jeff Butler to fill a vacancy on the Town Board, with his term expiring in April 2024. The appointment was made after interviews with four candidates and a unanimous 6-0 vote. Butler was then sworn in as a trustee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Jeff Butler to Town Board vacancy (6-0)
• Administered oath of office to Jeff Butler

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss improvements to homeowner education. The agenda also includes an update on EAB treatments for town trees and the introduction of new members.

• Introduction of new members
• Discussion of Homeowner Education Improvements
• Update on EAB Treatments for town trees

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee discussed the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) treatment program, clarifying that the town will only treat public and right-of-way trees, not private ones. The committee also approved the June meeting minutes with a correction and scheduled a homeowner education presentation for August 23. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy changes.

• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes with correction (motion by Joe, seconded by Lynn)
• Clarified that town will not treat ash trees on private property; homeowners responsible for cost and schedule
• Scheduled homeowner education presentation for August 23, 2022
• Agreed to add 10-minute presentation slot to next four meeting agendas

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the Heron Lakes Cran annexation, neighborhood master plan, and rezoning request. The meeting also includes reviews of preliminary and final plat requests for Farmstead, Hammond, and Vantage.

• Heron Lakes Cran Annexation, Neighborhood Master Plan, and Rezoning request
• Farmstead 2nd Filling Preliminary Plat request
• Hammond 6th Filing Final Plat request
• Vantage 6th Filing Preliminary Plat request

The Berthoud Planning Commission unanimously approved a three-part request for the Heron Lakes Cran development: annexation of the property, zoning as Single Family Residential (R-1), and the Neighborhood Master Plan with a condition for right-of-way dedication and a recommendation for trail connectivity. Public comments raised concerns about road access, views, traffic, and trail connectivity. The commission also approved the June 23, 2022 meeting minutes and noted the August 11, 2022 meeting is intended to be cancelled.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Heron Lakes Cran annexation (unanimous)
• Approved R-1 zoning for Cran Annexation (unanimous)
• Approved Heron Lakes Cran Neighborhood Master Plan with condition for right-of-way dedication to Pine Hill Road (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review previous meeting minutes and conduct a site walk with vendors. The commission plans to determine ride layouts and power locations for an upcoming event. Discussion will also include ride timing and procedures for inclement weather.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Site walk with vendors to plan ride layout and power access
• Discussion on ride timing and inclement weather procedures

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the July 7th meeting and decided on the ride layout for an upcoming event, placing rides on the east side of the lot with west side parking and tents in the middle. The vendor will handle weather procedures and can collect tickets if needed. No public input was given, and the next meeting was scheduled for July 27th at 2 pm.

• Approved July 7th meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided rides on east side of lot, west side for parking, tents in middle

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the June 28 meeting minutes and May financial information. A presentation from the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority is scheduled. The Board may also enter an executive session regarding property negotiations and legal counsel.

• Resolution supporting WaterSmart Grant Application
• Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority presentation
• Review of May Financial Information
• Executive session for property negotiations and legal counsel

The Board approved the consent agenda (excluding the agenda item) and the amended meeting agenda, which removed the Newell Farm real estate contract action item. They also heard a presentation from the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority and received reports from trustees and staff. The Board voted to enter executive session to discuss the possible purchase of Newell Farm, with Mayor Pro-Tem Grace recusing himself.

• Approved consent agenda items b-d (5-0)
• Approved amended July 12, 2022 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session re: Newell Farm purchase (5-0, Grace recused)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee will discuss nominations for the Summer 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award. The agenda also includes approval of May 9, 2022, meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Nomination of Summer 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award
• Approval of May 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is reviewing the recent July 3rd dodgeball event and discussing updates for upcoming events. The meeting includes discussions on volunteer updates, marketing plans, and preparing items for vendor meetings.

• Review of July 3rd Dodgeball event
• Updates on event volunteers and marketing
• Agenda planning for vendor meetings

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the June 29, 2022 meeting minutes. They discussed the successful July 3rd dodgeball event and made plans for an upcoming event, including volunteer coordination, marketing, and logistics. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved June 29, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided tasks will be divided among volunteers upon arrival
• Decided second-shift volunteers will arrive 20-30 minutes early

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and discuss updates for event planning. Members will also coordinate logistics for a Dodgeball event scheduled for July 3rd.

• Vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Event planning updates regarding permits, volunteers, and equipment
• Logistics for the July 3rd Dodgeball event
• Marketing rollout timeline

The Youth Advisory Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and finalized event permit details, including an updated site map. They decided to recruit additional volunteers from the BHS music program and boosters club, and to provide snacks and possibly drink vouchers as incentives. Marketing will begin at the July 3rd event with a banner and flyers, with social media graphics starting July 5th. The next commission meeting is set for July 7th.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Completed updated site map for event permit
• Decided to recruit volunteers from BHS music program and boosters club
• Decided to provide snacks and possibly drink vouchers as volunteer incentives
• Scheduled marketing rollout starting July 3rd with banner and flyers
• Set next commission meeting for July 7th

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will review an oil and gas overview and discuss the potential sale of the Old Town Hall during an executive session. The agenda also includes routine approvals for meeting minutes and community survey results.

• Oil and Gas Overview
• Possible Sale of Old Town Hall
• National Community Survey Results
• Approval of June 14, 2022, Meeting Minutes

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda (excluding the May Board Update) and the National Community Survey Results, both in 4-0 votes. They also expressed support for developing oil and gas regulations after a presentation by Mike Foote, and directed staff to bring back a redefined definition of 'pet' in the municipal code. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included citizen comments and an executive session on possible Old Town Hall negotiations.

• Approved consent agenda items (agenda, June 14 minutes) excluding May Board Update (4-0)
• Approved National Community Survey Results (4-0)
• Directed staff to develop oil and gas regulations for consideration
• Supported redefining 'pet' definition in municipal code; staff to bring back for consideration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Harvest 47 development. The request includes a minor subdivision of 5.98 acres, a neighborhood master plan for 31 lots, and a rezoning to Urban Residential. The proposal also includes an open space waiver and designates nine lots for future Habitat for Humanity use.

• Rezoning request for Harvest 47 to Urban Residential
• Minor subdivision of 5.98 acres
• Neighborhood Master Plan for 31 residential lots
• Open space waiver request
• Approval of March 10 and June 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved all four parts of the Harvest 47 request: a minor subdivision, an open space waiver, a neighborhood master plan, and a rezoning to Urban Residential. The open space waiver was conditioned on a deed restriction reserving nine lots for affordable housing. The master plan approval required a 6-foot opaque wood fence on the parent tract before plat recording.

• Approved minor subdivision creating 5.98-acre lot from 12.57-acre lot (unanimous)
• Approved open space waiver with condition: deed restriction for 9 affordable housing lots (unanimous)
• Approved neighborhood master plan with condition: 6' opaque wood fence on parent tract (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to Urban Residential (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the meeting minutes, which residents may review for any actions taken.

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the June 16th meeting minutes and made several planning decisions for the upcoming Scorchfest event, including having volunteers wear vests instead of buying shirts. They also decided against holding a dodgeball tournament on July 3rd, opting for open play from 5 to 7 p.m. No public input was received.

• Approved June 16th meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided volunteers will wear vests if available, else plain neon shirts, instead of custom shirts
• Decided to check with Parks and Rec for vests
• Decided to post flyers once printed, with date to be set later
• Decided to host dodgeball as open play, not a tournament, tentatively 5-7 p.m. on July 3rd
• Decided to add volunteer sign-up link to Instagram bio

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will appoint a new Committee Chair and approve minutes from the May 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding homeowner education improvements and EAB treatments for town trees.

• Appointment of new Committee Chair
• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of homeowner education improvements
• Discussion of EAB treatments for town trees

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee elected new officers: Toni Baker as chair, Amy Lentz as vice-chair, and Randy Niece as secretary, all by unanimous vote. The committee also voted unanimously to move its meeting start time from 6pm to 5pm mountain time. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion.

• Elected Toni Baker as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Amy Lentz as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Randy Niece as secretary (unanimous)
• Changed meeting start time to 5pm mountain time (unanimous)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is planning for Berthoud Day, including equipment, site maps, and marketing. The meeting also includes discussion of a July 3rd Dodgeball event.

• Berthoud Day event planning
• July 3rd Dodgeball event
• Review of previous meeting minutes

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission voted to approve the June 16th meeting minutes and backed out of attending Berthoud Day due to insufficient member availability. The commission discussed and planned several aspects of an upcoming event, including equipment needs, site map adjustments, marketing changes, and volunteer vouchers, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved June 16th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Backed out of attending Berthoud Day due to lack of members

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the Cran Annexation Substantial Compliance Resolution and the Water and Wastewater Master Plan. The Board also accepted the 2021 annual audit, which reported no material findings. Discussions were held regarding the Old Town Hall redevelopment and Richardson Bike Park, but no final decisions were reached on these items.

• Approval of Cran Annexation Substantial Compliance Resolution
• Approval of Water and Wastewater Master Plan
• Acceptance of 2021 Audited Financial Statements
• Appointment of Hannah Daniels and Randy Niece to the Tree Advisory Committee
• Decision on a closed candidate pool for the Town Trustee vacancy

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda items, including the Cran Annexation Substantial Compliance Resolution and the Water and Wastewater Master Plan, both in 6-0 votes. They also accepted the 2021 audited financial statements, appointed two members to the Tree Advisory Committee, and voted to use a closed candidate pool for a trustee vacancy. The Richardson Bike Park update was discussed but tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items (a), (b), (c) (6-0)
• Approved Cran Annexation Substantial Compliance Resolution (6-0)
• Approved Water and Wastewater Master Plan (6-0)
• Accepted 2021 audited financial statements (6-0)
• Appointed Hannah Daniels and Randy Niece to Tree Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved closed candidate pool for trustee vacancy, amended to three weeks (5-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Heritage West minor subdivision and the Westside Crossing final plat. The Heritage West request includes setback and drive-thru spacing variances at the corner of Meadowlark and Mountain Avenue.

• Heritage West Minor Subdivision and variance requests
• Westside Crossing Final Plat
• Election of Planning Commission Secretary
• Approval of March 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the Heritage West Minor Subdivision, which splits the Hometown Liquors lot into three commercial lots, along with a 15-foot setback variance and a drive-thru stacking variance allowing five cars instead of seven. The commission also approved the Westside Crossing Final Plat, creating 56 single-family attached lots (16 duplexes and 40 townhomes). The consent agenda for prior meeting minutes failed due to abstentions, and Chris Kurtz was elected as Planning Commission Secretary.

• Approved 15-foot side setback variance at 425 Mountain Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved drive-thru stacking variance allowing 5 cars instead of 7 (unanimous)
• Approved Heritage West Minor Subdivision into 3 commercial lots (unanimous)
• Approved Westside Crossing Final Plat for 56 attached lots (unanimous)
• Elected Chris Kurtz as Planning Commission Secretary (unanimous)
• Consent agenda for March 10 minutes failed due to abstentions

Board of Trustees

The provided agenda for the Berthoud Board of Trustees work session contains only procedural items regarding the meeting agenda and materials. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the text.

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Berthoud Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The committee could not approve prior meeting minutes because they were not distributed. Members discussed park priorities, including Town Park, Pickle Park, Bike Park, and Pioneer Park expansion, and received staff updates on projects like outdoor turf installation and a bathroom at Fickle Park. No formal decisions or votes were made.

• Minutes for March 2 and May 4, 2022 not approved (not sent to group)
• Town Park phase I timeline not set, not yet before board
• Bike Park land lease can be terminated if construction ready
• Newell Farm discussion postponed to June 14 meeting
• East side park project on hold pending budget
• Outdoor turf at Rec Center scheduled for June 7-8
• Fickle Park bathroom installation expected soon

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

Committee members and the Board of Trustees will participate in a tour. The tour covers current and future Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails (PORT) projects led by Town staff.

• Tour of current and future PORT projects

Youth Advisory Commission

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the May 19, 2022 meeting minutes. They discussed event plans, including food truck lists, equipment needs, parking, cash handling, and site maps. The commission also planned to host a table at Berthoud Day and a dodgeball event on July 3rd.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided to send food truck list to Amanda
• Decided to compile equipment purchase list for Amanda to buy with her credit card
• Decided to cone off parking area for event members
• Decided to use a cash bag for event cash handling
• Decided to move rides north on site map and block off bike area
• Planned to host table at Berthoud Day with cornhole and banner
• Planned to host dodgeball on July 3rd

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Heritage West minor subdivision at Meadowlark and Mountain Avenue. The request involves creating two additional commercial lots and seeking variances for building setbacks and drive-thru spacing. This project concerns the existing Hometown Liquors lot.

• Heritage West Minor Subdivision application
• Setback variance for building expansion
• Drive-thru stacking variance (5 cars instead of 7)
• Election of Planning Commission Secretary
• Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will review a regional transportation study presentation and discuss the Newell Farm purchase. The meeting also includes consideration of Resolution 2022-04 to extend the administrative suspension of oil and gas permit applications.

• Regional Transportation Study Presentation
• Extension of Oil and Gas Administrative Suspension (Resolution 2022-04)
• Newell Farm Purchase
• Planning Commission Appointments
• 2022 Road Improvement Project Bid Award

The Board approved a consent agenda, appointed two members to the Planning Commission, and extended a temporary suspension of oil and gas permit applications. The Newell Farm purchase was postponed to the next meeting. Trustee Stevens resigned effective end of meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including May 10 minutes and 2022 road improvement bid (7-0)
• Appointed Feldbush and Van Benthem to Planning Commission for 3-year terms (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 extending oil and gas permit suspension (7-0)
• Postponed Newell Farm purchase to next regular meeting

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will evaluate the recent Clean-Up event to discuss its outcome and potential improvements for next year. Members will also focus on planning upcoming events, including marketing, design, and permit requirements.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Evaluation of the recent Clean-Up event
• Planning for future events, including permits and equipment
• Brainstorming for event marketing and design ideas

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the minutes from May 4th and discussed plans for an upcoming event. They decided to have one shift on the first day to reduce volunteer needs, and suggested two shifts on the second day, with adult volunteers as supervisors. They also confirmed three food trucks for the event and agreed that no extra bathroom cleaning would be needed between days.

• Approved minutes from May 4th, 2022 meeting (all in favor)
• Decided to have one shift on first day of event to reduce volunteers needed
• Agreed that supervisors should be adult volunteers
• Confirmed three food trucks for event: Dill's Maine Lobster, ShortD's, and Cilantro and Lime
• Decided no extra bathroom cleaning needed between event days
• Chose simple design for event marketing with event name, BYAC logo, and dates/times

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee met to discuss homeowner education improvements and review staff reports. The committee also reviewed potential agenda items for the June meeting.

• Approval of April 2022 minutes
• Discussion of Homeowner Education Improvements
• Review of June agenda items

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the April 2022 meeting minutes and discussed ongoing forestry work, including 19 new trees planted since the last meeting. The committee also planned homeowner education efforts, including posting on the town's Instagram and offering a tree class, and discussed the application process for new members.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Lynn Larsen, seconded by Joe Nesvara)
• Toni Baker volunteered to represent the committee in interviews for new members
• Committee agreed to send social media posts to Liaison Murphy for review and approval
• Toni and Amy will draft a plan for BTAC activities to send to Forestry Tech Furnas and Liaison Murphy
• Amy offered to teach a tree class, coordinating with Forestry Tech Furnas
• Amy volunteered to gather materials for a forestry booth at Berthoud Days

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda, adopted Resolution 2022-03 limiting board meeting length to 9:30 PM with majority vote extensions, and authorized the Town Administrator to execute a contract for the purchase of Colorado-Big Thompson water units. All votes were 5-0. The board also heard public comments on the bike park and construction issues, and entered executive session for potential property acquisition.

• Approved consent agenda including agenda, minutes, and March 2022 financial info (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-03 limiting board meetings to 9:30 PM with majority vote extension (5-0)
• Authorized Town Administrator to execute contract for CBT water purchase (5-0)
• Entered executive session for potential property acquisition negotiations (5-0)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

There is no agenda available for this meeting of the Berthoud Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee. The record indicates that there were no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The committee discussed multiple park projects, with the Richardson Bike Park paused due to resident feedback and redesigned as a single-phase project, potentially delayed up to five years. The committee suggested taking the park back to the Board for approval. Other projects, such as the Cedar Dr. median, were not moving forward, and the Newell Farm purchase did not reach an agreement.

• Approved minutes from April 6, 2022
• Paused Richardson Bike Park due to community feedback; adjusted to single-phase project
• Noted Cedar Dr. median project not moving forward
• Noted Newell Farm purchase agreement not reached
• Scheduled PORT tour for June 1, 2022; no meeting in July

Board of Trustees

This meeting consists of a scheduled dinner for the Board of Trustees. The event includes newly elected Town Trustees and Town Staff Department Heads.

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code. The agenda also includes discussions on the I-25 Artwork Design, the Bike Park Project, and various committee appointments.

• Adoption of 2021 International Fire Code (Ordinance 1304)
• First Street Overlay Contract
• Landscape Guidelines Contract
• Cedar Drive Median Native Grass Conversion
• I-25 Artwork Design

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 1304 adopting the 2021 International Fire Code as adopted by the Berthoud Fire Protection District, with a 7-0 vote. They also approved the consent agenda items, appointed Mike Grace as Mayor Pro-Tem, and made several committee appointments. The Board agreed not to proceed with the Cedar Drive median native grass conversion and the Bike Park project as Phase I of Richardson Park.

• Approved consent agenda items except Landscape Guidelines Contract (7-0)
• Approved Landscape Guidelines Contract (7-0)
• Appointed Mike Grace as Mayor Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Appointed James Massie to Historic Preservation Advisory Committee for 2-year term (7-0)
• Approved I-25 Artwork Design (7-0)
• Agreed not to proceed with Cedar Drive median native grass conversion
• Agreed not to proceed with Bike Park project as Phase I of Richardson Park
• Approved Ordinance 1304 adopting 2021 International Fire Code (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review and vote to confirm previous meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on event contracts, vendors, and task deadlines. The agenda also includes planning for a Clean-Up Day and coordination with Parks & Rec.

• Review and confirmation of previous meeting minutes
• Updates on event contracts and vendors
• Clean-Up Day planning and coordination with Parks & Rec

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the April 6th meeting minutes and discussed event planning, including vendor updates, food truck options, and clean-up day details. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes; most items were updates or plans for future actions.

• Approved April 6th meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided on two normal porta potties and one ADA porta potty for event
• Planned to contact vendor about ride timing and rec center visit
• Planned to contact DJ Kevin as replacement for DJ Drake
• Planned to contact food trucks: Cilantro and Lime confirmed, Kona Ice unavailable, Snowy Churro as dessert replacement, and options for second dinner truck
• Scheduled Clean-Up Day for May 13th at high school
• Planned next meeting for May 4th at 8:00 a.m. at rec center

Board of Trustees

The meeting consists of a scheduled joint dinner between the Berthoud Board of Trustees and the Thompson School District Board of Education.

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss a renovation request for the Edmundson House and work to finalize a letter regarding Berthoud Days. The meeting also includes approval of the March 14, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Edmundson House Renovation Request
• Finalizing Berthoud Days Letter
• Approval of March 14, 2022 Meeting Minutes

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss plans for the Arbor Day 2022 celebration and continued improvements to homeowner education. The meeting also includes a staff report and the approval of March 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approval of March 2022 meeting minutes
• Arbor Day 2022 Celebration discussion
• Homeowner Education Improvements discussion

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the July 3rd fireworks contract and a potential property acquisition for Newall Farm. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding the Town Administrator's annual evaluation.

• July 3rd Fireworks Contract
• Newall Farm Purchase discussion
• Town Administrator Annual Evaluation
• January and February 2022 financial information

The Board of Trustees approved a contract with Zambelli Fireworks for the July 3rd fireworks display, and approved the 4th addendum to the Town Administrator's employment agreement. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and financial reports, was also approved. No action was taken on the Newell Farm purchase after an executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including April 12 agenda, March 22 minutes, and Jan/Feb 2022 financial info (7-0)
• Approved July 3rd fireworks contract with Zambelli Fireworks (7-0)
• Approved 4th addendum to Town Administrator Christopher Kirk's employment agreement (7-0)
• Entered executive session for potential property acquisition negotiations (6-0, Grace recused)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss a renovation request for the Edmundson House and finalize a letter regarding Berthoud Days. The agenda also includes approval of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Edmundson House Renovation Request
• Finalizing the Berthoud Days Letter
• Approval of March 14, 2022 Meeting Minutes

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss dog training at the Jaskowski Property and a landscape conversion for the Cedar Dr. median. The meeting also includes staff and committee updates.

• Discussion of Jaskowski Property Dog Training
• Discussion of Cedar Dr. Median Landscape Conversion
• Approval of March 2, 2022 minutes

The committee discussed the Cedar Dr. median landscape conversion from high-water to low-water use, supported by a 50% matching grant from Northern Water. Members voiced agreement to move forward despite resident concerns, including a petition from 20 residents. No formal vote was recorded; the item was discussed and supported.

• Committee voiced agreement to move forward with Cedar Dr. median water-wise conversion
• Pool demolition nearly complete (staff update)
• PORT committee tour planned for May 31st
• Jeff Hindman's last meeting as Trustee Liaison noted
• Rec center memberships nearing 2,000 members
• Skate-a-palooza scheduled for 4/30
• Summer Sizzler events planned for 3rd Friday monthly starting June
• Youth Advisory Committee Summer Scorch Festival planned for July 29-30, funding approved by town board

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission met to review previous meeting minutes and discuss upcoming event plans, including contract updates and task assignments. The commission also discussed preparations for a clean-up day and coordination with Parks & Rec.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Event planning updates regarding contracts and roles
• Clean-up day planning and needs from Parks & Rec

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the March 31st meeting minutes and discussed plans for an upcoming event, setting deadlines for food trucks, marketing brochures, and site map development. They assigned roles for equipment and site map coordination, and added parking, equipment, and site map items to the task spreadsheet. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

• Approved March 31, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set deadline for food truck arrangements by May 4th meeting
• Set deadline for marketing brochure (design, logo, graphics) by June 1st
• Agreed to prioritize site map development
• Assigned Daniel to oversee equipment
• Added parking, equipment, and site map to task spreadsheet
• Added meal vouchers to food truck role

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the 2022 Arbor Day celebration and annual poster contest. Members will also continue discussions about homeowner education improvements. The agenda includes staff reports and the approval of February 2022 meeting minutes.

• Arbor Day 2022 Celebration and Annual Arbor Day Poster Contest
• Continued discussion of Homeowner Education Improvements
• Approval of February 2022 Meeting Minutes

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold a study session regarding a proposed Metro District Formation Policy and Model Service Plan. The discussion covers infrastructure definitions, mill levy caps, and property tax implications. Staff responses to Trustee Hindman's questions are also included in the session materials.

• Proposed Metro District Formation Policy and Model Service Plan
• Discussion of mill levy caps and infrastructure definitions
• Review of property tax estimates for different assessed values
• Inquiry into impact fee exemptions for metro districts

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and accept public input. Members are also discussing updates for upcoming events, including contract status and task assignments. Additionally, the group will coordinate details for a Clean-Up Day.

• Vote to confirm previous meeting minutes
• Updates on event contracts and task assignments
• Planning for Clean-Up Day dates and locations

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on March 22, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss the Town Administrator's annual evaluation.

• Town Administrator Annual Evaluation (Executive Session)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding a parking on public property code update and the Westside Crossing preliminary plat. The meeting also includes the introduction of an ordinance to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code.

• Public hearing for Parking on Public Property Code Update (Ordinance 1303)
• Introduction of Ordinance 1304 to adopt the 2021 International Fire Code
• Public hearing for Westside Crossing Preliminary Plat
• Establishment of a Historic Preservation Interview Committee

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss nominations for the Spring 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a Berthoud Days letter and approval of February 15, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Spring 2022 Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Award nominations
• Berthoud Days Letter
• Approval of February 15, 2022 Meeting Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the Westside Crossing preliminary plat request. This 20.936-acre project at Highway 287 and Mountain Avenue proposes 40 townhome lots, 18 duplexes, and several commercial lots. The plan includes a grocery store anchor and a potential gas station.

• Westside Crossing Preliminary Plat Request for 40 townhomes, 18 duplexes, and 5 commercial lots
• Proposed grocery store anchor and gas station at Highway 287 and Mountain Avenue
• Approval of January 17, 2022, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the Westside Crossing Preliminary Plat for a mixed residential and commercial development, with conditions including traffic safety measures and design requirements. The motion carried unanimously with all commissioners in favor. The commission also approved the consent agenda for the January 27, 2022 meeting minutes, with two abstentions.

• Approved Westside Crossing Preliminary Plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for January 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous, with 2 abstentions)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing upcoming event plans, including a presentation to the Town Board. The meeting also covers contract/vendor updates and budget items for music, volunteer incentives, and equipment such as shade, tables, and water jugs.

• Town board presentation planning
• Contract and vendor updates
• Budget updates for music, volunteer incentives, shade, tables, and water jugs
• Volunteer job lists

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will conduct public hearings regarding updates to the snow removal, weed, brush, and animal control codes. The agenda also includes an introduction of a parking ordinance and discussion of the Metro District Policy and Model Service Plan.

• Public hearing: Snow Removal Code Update (Ordinance 1301)
• Public hearing: Weed, Brush and Animal Control Code Update (Ordinance 1302)
• Introduction: Parking on Public Property Code Update (Ordinance 1303)
• Discussion: Metro District Policy and Model Service Plan
• Potential property acquisition for trail easement

The Board of Trustees approved the Youth Advisory Commission's Summer Carnival request up to $30,000, and adopted Ordinance 1301 (snow removal) and Ordinance 1302 (weeds, brush, animal control) in 7-0 votes. They also supported the Town Park Concept Plan with Option B and pickleball courts at Waggener Farm Park, and scheduled a work session on metro district policy. No public comment was offered at either public hearing.

• Approved Summer Carnival request up to $30,000 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1301 snow removal code update (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1302 weed, brush and animal control code update (7-0)
• Supported Town Park Concept Plan with Option B on west side
• Supported pickleball court placement at Waggener Farm Park
• Scheduled March 24, 2022 work session on Metro District Policy and Model Service plan
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 22 minutes and Dec 2021 financial info (7-0)
• Held executive sessions for Town Administrator review and trail easement negotiation

Youth Advisory Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the February 16, 2022 meeting minutes and made several decisions regarding an upcoming event. They decided to present their event plans, budget, and vision to the town board on March 8, 2022, and adjusted the budget to allocate funds from food trucks to music, discussed shade and meal vouchers, and planned to contact firefighters for a first aid station. Volunteer job lists and shifts were also established.

• Approved February 16, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Decided to present event plans to town board on March 8, 2022
• Reallocated food truck funds to music for event
• Discussed shade options, leaning against large tent
• Estimated $175 for $5 meal vouchers per volunteer
• Decided to contact firefighters for first aid station
• Created volunteer job list and shift times

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the Waggener Farm Park pickleball courts and receive an update on the Town Park redesign. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• Waggener Farm Park Pickleball Courts discussion
• Town Park Redesign Update

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss improvements to homeowner education. The meeting also includes staff reports and the approval of minutes from the January 2022 meeting.

• Approval of January 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Homeowner Education Improvements

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee discussed ways to improve homeowner education about tree lawn responsibilities, including newsletters, classes, and a more visible web page, but tabled the discussion until the next meeting to resolve the absence of a town liaison. The committee also approved the January 2022 meeting minutes and scheduled the next meeting for March 28, 2022.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Toni Baker, seconded by Amy Lentz)
• Tabled homeowner education improvements discussion until next meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for March 28, 2022

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan and Preliminary Plat. The agenda also includes a bid award for water treatment plant improvements and discussions on the Trails Master Plan. Additionally, the Board will introduce updates to the snow removal and animal control codes.

• Public hearing: Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan and Preliminary Plat
• Bid award: 2022 Water Treatment Plant Improvements Project
• Introduction of Ordinance 1301 (Snow Removal Code Update)
• Introduction of Ordinance 1302 (Weed, Brush and Animal Control Code Update)
• Discussion of Trails Master Plan

The Town Board approved the Vantage R3 & Tract O Neighborhood Master Plan and the Vantage 5th Filing Preliminary Plat, both in 6-0 votes. It also awarded the 2022 Water Treatment Plant Improvements contract to Aslan Construction, Inc., and approved the Trails Master Plan. The board introduced two ordinances (snow removal and weed/brush/animal control) for further consideration on March 8, 2022, and approved the consent agenda items, including the 5-Year Paving Plan.

• Approved the Vantage R3 & Tract O Neighborhood Master Plan (6-0).
• Approved the Vantage 5th Filing Preliminary Plat (6-0).
• Awarded the 2022 Water Treatment Plant Improvements contract to Aslan Construction, Inc. (6-0).
• Approved the Trails Master Plan (6-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including the 5-Year Paving Plan, with items 'a' and 'd' considered separately (6-0).
• Introduced Ordinance 1301 (snow removal) and directed staff to bring it back on March 8, 2022, with a revision regarding sidewalks along Spartan Avenue.
• Introduced Ordinance 1302 (weed, brush, and animal control) and directed staff to bring it back on March 8, 2022.
• Appointed Daniel Hatton as Youth Advisory Committee Liaison on the PORT Committee (6-0).

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will discuss plans for an upcoming event, including vendor updates and target audiences. The commission will also review previous meeting minutes.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Event planning regarding target audience and dates
• Budget review for events
• Marketing and naming ideas for events

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission (BYAC) met on February 16, 2022, and approved the minutes from the February 3rd meeting. They confirmed the target audience for the upcoming festival is teens and set the event dates for July 29-30, 2022. The commission discussed vendor details, noting the carnival swing is unavailable and considering alternatives like pedal cars, and decided to add budget items such as a tent, water, cups, a DJ, and tables. They also planned marketing strategies and volunteer recruitment, and scheduled the next meeting for March 3rd.

• Approved the minutes from the February 3, 2022 meeting.
• Confirmed the festival's target audience is teens.
• Set the event dates for July 29-30, 2022.
• Decided to contact the vendor again after rec center staff finalize questions about rides and the field.
• Decided to add budget items: tent for shade, free water, cups, DJ, and tables/tents.
• Planned to contact Christine Torres about high school teams volunteering.
• Chose 'Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission’s Summer Scorch Fest' as the leading event name.
• Scheduled the next regular meeting for March 3rd.

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The committee will discuss finalizing signs for the Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Project. Members will also work on a letter for the New Landmark Grid Canvassing project and historic landmark information distribution.

• Finalizing signs for the Exceptional Landmark Preservation Recognition Project
• Finalizing a letter for the New Landmark Grid Canvassing project
• Historic landmark information distribution

Board of Trustees

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the Turion Metropolitan District service plan and an intergovernmental agreement. They will also review the Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan and Preliminary Plat. The agenda includes a broadband report and annual committee reports.

• Public hearing: Second Amended and Restated Service Plan for Turion Metropolitan Districts
• Public hearing: Intergovernmental Agreement with Turion Metropolitan District Nos. 1-21
• Public hearing: Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan and Preliminary Plat
• Broadband Report and Recommendation

The Board voted 3-4 to reject the Second Amended and Restated Consolidated Service Plan for Turion Metropolitan District Nos. 1-21, after an amendment to lower the mill levy to 50 mils failed for lack of a second. The Board approved a motion to engage with Allo Communications and partner towns on a broadband MOU (6-1), and postponed the Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan to February 22, 2022. No action was taken on the Intergovernmental Agreement with Turion Metropolitan Districts.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Authorized staff to engage with Allo Communications on broadband MOU (6-1)
• Entered executive session on Turion metro district legal matters (7-0)
• Rejected Second Amended Turion Service Plan (3-4)
• Postponed Vantage Neighborhood Master Plan to Feb 22, 2022 (7-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and take public input. The meeting focuses on various aspects of event planning, including budget, transportation, and marketing.

• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Event planning regarding budget and rides
• Discussion of field space and safety personnel
• Planning for food trucks and marketing

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission discussed plans for a summer festival, tentatively set for July 29, 2022. They agreed to a budget of $20,000 to $30,000, with estimated ride costs of $22,800 for two three-hour days and $25,740 for two five-hour days. The commission decided to have Grazia contact the vendor on February 4 to clarify details, and allocated $1,500 for food trucks and $1,000 for marketing. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2022 meeting (all in favor)
• Agreed to target July 29, 2022 for festival date
• Decided to use top five rides based on vendor quote
• Allocated $1,500 in budget for three food trucks
• Allocated $1,000 for marketing
• Assigned Grazia to call vendor on February 4
• Assigned Kenyan to research bathroom and trash costs
• Decided to brainstorm event name ideas before next meeting

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the Unified Trails Master Plan and the Town Park Redesign. They will also review the conceptual design for Robert’s Lake East Field. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• Unified Trails Master Plan discussion
• Robert’s Lake East Field Conceptual Design review
• Town Park Redesign discussion

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee approved the Unified Trails Master Plan and will send it to the Town with suggested corrections, including the addition of 1st Street. The committee also discussed conceptual designs for Robert's Lake East Field and the Town Park redesign, which removes pickleball and basketball courts but keeps them until alternatives are built. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Unified Trails Master Plan to send to Town with corrections (unanimous)
• Discussed Robert's Lake East Field conceptual design for future prioritization
• Discussed Town Park redesign removing pickleball and basketball courts

Board of Trustees

The provided agenda contains only procedural items regarding the meeting agenda and materials. No specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings are documented in the text.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a Neighborhood Master Plan for the Vantage R3 & Tract O project. The proposal includes creating 130 single-family detached and attached lots on 34.9 acres. The plan also features a central park, trails, and 23 acres of open space.

• Neighborhood Master Plan for Vantage R3 & Tract O
• Preliminary/Final Plat request for a community building in the central park
• Creation of 23 acres of open space and a 5.11-acre central park

The Berthoud Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the Vantage R3 & Tract O Neighborhood Master Plan, the Vantage 5th Filing Preliminary Plat, and approved the Vantage 5th Filing Final Plat, all with conditions tied to subsequent approvals by the Board of Trustees. The master plan creates new single-family lots, a central park, and open space; the preliminary plat is for a buildable lot for a community building; the final plat is for the property at the northern terminus of Sun River Road. Public comment included a concern about an oil and gas pad, which the agent said is not on the site.

• Recommended approval of Vantage R3 & Tract O Neighborhood Master Plan (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of Vantage 5th Filing Preliminary Plat, conditioned on Board approval of the master plan (all in favor)
• Approved Vantage 5th Filing Final Plat, conditioned on Board approval of the preliminary plat (all in favor)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss upcoming recreation center programs, including carnival plans and a snow fest ice rink. Members will also discuss the Matthew Yannutz Fund and future events.

• Carnival plans
• Snow fest ice rink
• Matthew Yannutz Fund discussion
• Review of previous meeting minutes

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission met with recreation department staff to discuss plans for a teen-focused carnival, including duration, pricing, and marketing. No formal decisions were made; the commission agreed to continue discussions at its February 3 meeting. Other topics, like a snow fest ice rink, were noted as expensive and not detailed.

• Discussed carnival goals, one-day vs. two-day format, and pricing options
• Agreed to further research vendor policy and budget for carnival
• Scheduled next regular meeting for February 3
• Scheduled next meeting with rec center staff for February 16 at 8:00 a.m.

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will consider an increase in fees in lieu of water dedication and hold a public hearing regarding the Turion Metropolitan Districts service plan. The agenda also includes updates on broadband feasibility and the Bike Park Project RFP.

• Increase in Fees in Lieu of Water Dedication
• Public Hearing: Second Amended and Restated Service Plan for Turion Metropolitan Districts
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Turion Metropolitan District Nos. 1-21
• Broadband Feasibility Update
• Bike Park Project RFP

The board approved an ordinance increasing fees in lieu of water dedication, and approved the Bike Park RFP. They continued a public hearing on the Turion Metropolitan Districts service plan to February 8, 2022, and tabled an intergovernmental agreement with those districts. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda items except Bike Park RFP (6-0)
• Approved Bike Park RFP (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1.300 increasing fees in lieu of water dedication (6-0)
• Continued Turion Metropolitan Districts service plan public hearing to Feb 8, 2022 (6-0)
• Tabled intergovernmental agreement with Turion Metropolitan District Nos. 1-21 (6-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss the Roberts Lake Park Tree Nursery. The agenda also includes staff reports and committee updates. Procedural items include the approval of minutes from the November 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of Roberts Lake Park Tree Nursery
• Approval of November 2021 meeting minutes

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee met on January 24, 2022, and discussed the Roberts Lake Park tree nursery, including design, planting methods, fencing, and irrigation grant possibilities. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational and procedural. The next meeting was scheduled for February 28, 2022.

• Approved minutes from November 2021 meeting (motion by Larsen, seconded by Freund)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 28, 2022
• Discussed Roberts Lake Park nursery design and planting options (no action taken)
• Discussed fencing options for nursery (no action taken)
• Discussed possible irrigation grant for park (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an outdoor vehicular storage request at the corner of County Road 10E and Clayton Place. The applicant is also seeking four waivers related to landscaping, sidewalks, irrigation, and screening requirements.

• Conditional use request for outdoor vehicular storage on 1.32 acres
• Waiver request for reduced shrub requirements
• Waiver request to exempt sidewalk construction along Clayton Pl and CR 10E
• Waiver request regarding irrigation drip systems and moisture sensors
• Waiver request to exempt screening for railroad tracks and northern industrial property

The Berthoud Planning Commission denied the R & R Storage conditional use and waiver request to allow outdoor vehicular storage as the principal use, citing failure to satisfy specific development code sections. The commission also approved the consent agenda, elected officers for 2022, and adjourned.

• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jan Dowker as Chairperson for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Jeff Butler as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Sean Murphy as Secretary for 2022 (unanimous)
• Denied R & R Storage conditional use request (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use and waiver request from Byron Shockley for R & R Storage. The proposal seeks to allow outdoor vehicular storage on 1.32 acres at the corner of County Road 10E and Clayton Place. The request includes several waivers related to landscaping, sidewalks, and screening.

• Public hearing for R & R Storage conditional use and waiver request
• Election of 2022 Chairperson, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of December 9, 2021, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission denied the R & R Storage conditional use and waiver request for outdoor vehicular storage, citing failure to meet development code requirements. The commission also approved the December 2021 meeting minutes and elected officers for 2022.

• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Jan Dowker as Chairperson for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Jeff Butler as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Sean Murphy as Secretary for 2022 (unanimous)
• Denied R & R Storage conditional use request (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved the Trails at Creekview preliminary plat with specific conditions regarding easements and lot restrictions. Members also expressed support for moving forward with negotiations to acquire the Newell Farm property. Additionally, the Town Park Redevelopment Concept Plan was approved with certain courts removed.

• Approval of Trails at Creekview Preliminary Plat
• Support for negotiations to acquire Newell Farm property
• Approval of 2022 Larimer County Sheriff Statement of Work
• Approval of Town Park Redevelopment Concept Plan removing pickleball and basketball courts
• Postponement of Oil and Gas Regulation discussion to a February work session

The Board approved the Trails at Creekview preliminary plat, subject to conditions including trail easement efforts, rear-loaded lots, and deed restrictions. They also approved the consent agenda, the 2022 Larimer County Sheriff Statement of Work, and the Old Town Hall update. The Town Park Redevelopment Concept Plan was approved with the removal of pickleball/basketball courts. The Board supported moving forward with negotiations to acquire the Newell Farm property, and postponed oil and gas regulation discussion to a future work session.

• Approved consent agenda items (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Larimer County Sheriff Statement of Work and Old Town Hall Update (7-0)
• Approved Trails at Creekview Preliminary Plat with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Town Park Redevelopment Concept Plan, removing pickleball/basketball courts (7-0)
• Supported negotiations to acquire Newell Farm property
• Postponed oil and gas regulation discussion to February 1, 2022 work session

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will elect its 2022 officers and discuss several landmark projects. This includes reviewing a renovation request for the August Johnson House at 500 1st St. The commission will also work to finalize designs for the Landmark Preservation Recognition Project.

• Election of 2022 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Renovation request for August Johnson House (500 1st St)
• Finalizing design and sign company for Landmark Preservation Recognition Project
• Continuation of New Landmark Grid Canvassing project

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will discuss next steps for a carnival following Town Board approval. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2022 bylaws and addressing officer positions.

• Carnival planning involving Amanda Gustafson and Chris Kirki
• Review and approval of 2022 bylaws
• Discussion of Co-chair, Secretary, and Treasurer positions
• End of the year party updates

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission approved the December 2021 meeting minutes and the 2022 bylaws. They elected Daniel Hatton as Secretary, Scarlett Austin as Treasurer, and Kenyan Clarkson as Co-Chair, all unanimously. The commission also decided to invite Amanda Gustafson and Chris Kirk to a Zoom meeting to discuss carnival plans and to invite Berthoud High School counselors to a February meeting on youth mental health.

• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 bylaws (unanimous)
• Elected Daniel Hatton as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Scarlett Austin as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected Kenyan Clarkson as Co-Chair (unanimous)
• Decided to invite Amanda Gustafson and Chris Kirk to a Zoom meeting for carnival planning
• Decided to invite Berthoud High School counselors to a February meeting on youth mental health