Berthoud public meetings in 2024

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will review a 12-month tree care tips outline and the 2025 social media schedule. Members will also conduct a review of forestry activities from 2024.

• Review of 12 months of tree care tips outline
• 2025 social media post schedule review
• 2024 forestry review

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee met on December 16, 2024, and approved the November minutes with a minor correction. The committee discussed 2025 plans including tree care tips, social media posts, Arbor Day at Pioneer Park, and a Tree Inventory program funded for a paid account. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was approving the minutes.

• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes with correction (all in favor)
• Discussed 2025 tree care tips outline, not yet finalized
• Planned Arbor Day 2025 at Pioneer Park with 5-7 planting spots
• Funded Tree Inventory program for paid account
• Noted Tree City Growth Award earned (19 points required)

Planning Commission

The Town of Berthoud Housing Steering Committee will hold a work session to hear a presentation and engage in discussion with Ayers Associates. The meeting is focused on the contents of the 2024 12 12 Steering Committee Packet.

• Presentation by Karlyn Vasan and Josh Olhava of Ayers Associates

The Berthoud Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 12, 2024, and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the preliminary plat for the Legacy Park subdivision to the Town Board of Trustees. The recommendation includes two conditions to be addressed at the final plat submittal. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Legacy Park preliminary plat to Town Board (unanimous, with conditions)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a preliminary plat for the Legacy Park Subdivision. Senior Planner Tawn Hillenbrand will introduce the item.

• Public Hearing: Preliminary Plat for the Legacy Park Subdivision

The Berthoud Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 12, 2024, and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the preliminary plat for the Legacy Park subdivision to the Town Board of Trustees, subject to two conditions. The conditions require the applicant to address minor comments from Little Thompson Water District and Baseline Engineering Surveyor at the final plat submittal. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Legacy Park preliminary plat to Town Board (unanimous, with conditions)

Board of Trustees

The Board will hold a public hearing and take action on the 2025 annual budget, mill levy (Ordinance 1351), and fee schedule. They will also hold a public hearing to adopt the 3-Mile Plan, consider a concept update for Mountain Ave and 2nd Street, accept right-of-way dedications for Farmstead 2nd Filing, and vote on a resolution supporting a GOCO grant application. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a second amendment to the Town Administrator contract.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2025 annual budget (resolutions 2024-21 through 2024-24, Ordinance 1351 levying taxes)
• Adoption of the Three Mile Plan (Ordinance 1350) after public hearing
• Concept update for Mountain Avenue and 2nd Street improvements
• Acceptance of right-of-way dedications for Farmstead 2nd Filing (Larimer and Weld County parcels)
• Resolution 2024-20 supporting a GOCO grant application

The Board of Trustees approved the 2025 annual budget, mill levy, supplemental appropriation, and fee schedule, along with the Three-Mile Plan and several other resolutions. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The board also accepted rights of way for the Farmstead 2nd Filing and supported a GOCO grant application.

• Adopted 2025 budget via Resolution 2024-22 (6-0)
• Levied 2025 taxes via Ordinance 1351 (6-0)
• Adopted Three-Mile Plan via Ordinance 1350 (6-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation (Resolution 2024-21) (6-0)
• Adopted fee schedule (Resolution 2024-24) (6-0)
• Accepted Farmstead 2nd Filing rights of way (Resolution 2024-19) (6-0)
• Supported GOCO grant application (Resolution 2024-20) (6-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Town Administrator Contract (6-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss next steps for preservation plans and review a draft grant application due December 9. They are also planning Exceptional Landmark Awards, attendance at the Saving Places Conference in January, and officer elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary.

• Draft grant application (CLG Grant Application) due December 9
• Preservation Plans next steps discussion
• Select Exceptional Landmark Awards in January
• Saving Places Conference in January
• Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary selections in January

The Berthoud Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved the November 18, 2024 minutes and selected properties for the Exceptional Commercial and Residential Property Awards for January-June 2025. The committee also discussed next steps for the Preservation Plan grant application and noted upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 18, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Garvin's Grocery at 527 N 4th Street for Commercial Award
• Selected McCormick Brunner Cottage at 631 5th Street for Residential Award

Youth Advisory Commission

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission holds a regular meeting to review minutes, discuss a budget for a DC Trip and Youth Advisory Conference, and receive updates from the Town Board and other committees. The meeting also includes public input and planning for future agendas.

• Budget discussion for DC Trip
• Budget discussion for Youth Advisory Conference
• Treasurer's report
• Town Board updates from May Albright
• Reflection on board presentation

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Berthoud Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will hold a regular meeting. They will approve minutes from November and discuss proposed projects for 2025. Public comment will be heard, followed by staff and committee updates.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 PORT Projects
• Public comment on non-discussion items
• Staff updates on parks, open space, recreation, and trails
• Committee updates

The PORT Committee reviewed a list of 2025 projects pending Town Board approval, including a GAGA ball pit at Pioneer Park, Hillsdale Trail flooding improvements, and a new community garden. No formal decisions were made; the committee only discussed and received updates. The meeting was procedural, with no votes on project approvals.

• Approved minutes from November 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed 2025 PORT projects, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 6:57pm (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold an in-person meeting at 6:30 p.m. to conduct an executive session regarding the Town Administrator's annual evaluation and a study session on the development process.

• Executive session for Town Administrator Annual Evaluation
• Study session on Development Process
• Meeting held at 807 Mountain Avenue
• Meeting ID: 210 035 9423 for virtual access

The Berthoud Board of Trustees held a special meeting on December 3, 2024, and voted 6-0 to enter executive session under C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(f) to discuss the Town Administrator Annual Evaluation. The special meeting adjourned to a study session at 8:12 pm. The minutes also list a study session item on the development process, but the record provided does not show any decisions made on it. No other substantive decisions are recorded in the supplied minutes.

• Approved entering executive session on the Town Administrator Annual Evaluation (6-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting to the study session at 8:12 pm

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 26, 2024. They will hear presentations on the 2025 annual budget second draft, consider a property purchase contract for 270 Mountain Avenue, and discuss a Larimer County open space funding request. Other items include a Youth Advisory Committee resolution and the assumption of Welch Avenue out lots. The board will also go into executive session for the town administrator's annual evaluation.

• 2025 annual budget second draft presentation including fee schedule
• Property purchase contract for 270 Mountain Avenue
• Assumption of Welch Avenue out lots (Lots A, B, C, D)
• Larimer County open space funding request for Arrowhead
• Youth Advisory Committee residency update and resolution 2024-17

The Board of Trustees approved the purchase of property at 270 Mountain Avenue and authorized the acquisition of open space on Weld County Road 5. Trustees also scheduled a public hearing for December 10, 2024, to consider the adoption of the 2025 annual budget and approved residency requirement changes for the Youth Advisory Commission.

• Approved consent agenda items including library appointments and 2025 flex agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Habitat for Humanity fee waiver request (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17 regarding Youth Advisory Commission residency (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-18 accepting title to Welch Avenue property parcels (6-0)
• Authorized purchase contract for 270 Mountain Avenue (6-0)
• Scheduled 2025 budget public hearing for December 10, 2024 (6-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with WCR 5 open space acquisition (6-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss goals and important dates for 2025, as well as a poster contest calendar. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from September 2024, public comment, and a staff report. The meeting is primarily procedural with no financial decisions or ordinances on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 2024 meeting
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• Discussion of goals and important dates for TAC in 2025
• Poster contest calendar discussion
• Staff report

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the October 2024 meeting minutes and discussed 2025 goals, including monthly tree care tips, QR code launch, Tree City growth awards, and a monthly tree planting program. They also planned distribution of about 300 calendars to schools, businesses, and Town Hall. No public comment was made and no formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved October 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed 2025 goals including monthly tree care tips and QR code launch on Jan 1
• Planned calendar distribution: 75 per school, 25 at Town Hall, 50 at Turner Middle School, 50 at Berthoud High School
• Volunteered Kathy and Rick to distribute calendars to businesses

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee will discuss and likely approve a draft Request for Proposals for a preservation plan and begin a grant application due December 9. Other items include planning Exceptional Landmark Awards for January and attending the Saving Places Conference.

• Draft RFP approval for the Preservation Plan
• Grant application draft due December 9
• Exceptional Landmark Awards scheduled for January
• Saving Places Conference in January
• Welcome new committee members

The Berthoud Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved the draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Preservation Plan, with edits on dates to be completed by town staff. They also began work on a grant application due December 9, with Brian Dubois leading and Carrie Grimdtich assisting. The committee identified candidates for Exceptional Landmark Awards to be voted on in December, covering commercial and residential properties. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comment and routine updates.

• Approved draft RFP for Preservation Plan (unanimous)
• Initiated grant application, due December 9, led by Brian Dubois
• Identified commercial landmark candidates: Water Tank, Odd Fellow's Building, Garvin's Grocery
• Identified residential landmark candidates: C.P. Thompson Home, McCormick Brunner Cottage, W.H. McCormick Home
• Approved minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will consider the annexation and master planning of the River Trails development and the master plan and rezoning of Fickel Farms 5th Filing. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a natural medicine moratorium.

• Public hearing for River Trails annexation, zoning, and Neighborhood Master Plan
• Public hearing for Fickel Farms 5th Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and rezoning to Urban Residential District
• Public hearing for Ordinance 1349 regarding a Natural Medicine Moratorium
• Progressive Design Build Contract for BNR Improvements to the Water Reclamation Facility
• Consulting services agreement funding request for A Little Help

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved a neighborhood master plan and rezoning for Fickel Farms 5th Filing, and approved a design-build contract for water reclamation facility improvements. The board denied the River Trails annexation, zoning, and neighborhood master plan, continuing the annexation resolution to February 11, 2025. A moratorium on natural medicine businesses was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda including September 2024 financials (6-0)
• Appointed three members to Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved Progressive Design-Build Agreement for WRF Phase 1A improvements (6-0)
• Authorized consulting services agreement with A Little Help (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-14 for Fickel Farms 5th Filing Neighborhood Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1345 rezoning Fickel Farms 5th Filing to Urban Residential (6-0)
• Denied Resolution 2024-15 for River Trails Neighborhood Master Plan (5-1)
• Denied Ordinance 1348 for River Trails zoning (6-0)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will discuss recreation trails and Pioneer Park amenities. The meeting will be held in-person at the Town Board Room on Mountain Avenue.

• Discussion of Berthoud Recreation Trails
• Discussion of Pioneer Park Amenities
• Approval of October 2, 2024 minutes
• Public comment period
• Staff and committee updates

The PORT Committee approved the minutes from their October 2, 2024, meeting following a minor text correction. The committee discussed ongoing progress regarding the Little Thompson Corridor trail connections, potential infrastructure improvements for local trails, and alternative uses for the horseshoe pits at Pioneer Park.

• Approved October 2, 2024, meeting minutes with one verbiage change
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 p.m.

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to review goals, accomplishments, and recruitment plans. The body will also discuss its budget, specifically regarding a DC trip.

• Review and vote on resolution changes
• Discussion of recruitment incentives to fill board vacancies
• Budget discussion regarding a DC trip
• Creation of a 2024 calendar of events for youth community involvement

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will convene a study session on October 29, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board Room. The agenda includes a Business Development Update presented by Walt Elish and a review of a memo on economic development activity. No formal actions or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Business Development Update presentation by Walt Elish
• Review of memo titled “Economic Development Activity” (PDF)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the River Trails Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone, and on the Fickel Farms 5th Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone. The meeting also includes a Housing Steering Committee work session with a Loveland Housing Authority overview and community‑stakeholder engagement findings. After the hearings, the commission will approve the September 26 and October 10 meeting minutes.

• River Trails Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone public hearing (annexation ordinance, NMP resolution, COZ ordinance)
• Fickel Farms 5th Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone public hearing (resolution and ordinance)
• Presentation: Loveland Housing Authority Overview by Jeff Feneis
• Presentation: Community and Stakeholder Engagement Findings by Ayres and Associates
• Approval of September 26 and October 10 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission voted to recommend approval to the Board of Trustees for the River Trails annexation, zoning, and Neighborhood Master Plan, with conditions on the master plan. It also recommended approval for the Fickel Farms 5th Filing zoning and Neighborhood Master Plan. Both recommendations were made after public hearings and deliberations. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved minutes from September 26, 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of River Trails annexation to Board of Trustees (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of River Trails Neighborhood Master Plan with 4 conditions (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of River Trails zoning to Board of Trustees (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of Fickel Farms 5th Filing Neighborhood Master Plan (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of Fickel Farms 5th Filing zoning (all in favor)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will review a consent agenda that includes recent meeting minutes and an open‑space purchase. Presentations will update on LETA 911, water supply basics, and water‑and‑wastewater projects. A contract and escrow agreement for buying and selling water rights for the Lake Lawn Reservoir will be presented. A public hearing will consider Ordinance 1346 to correct sections of Chapter 30.

• Consent agenda items: October 22 and 8 meeting minutes, October 2024 board report, Weld County Road 5 open‑space purchase
• LETA 911 update presentation
• Water basics and portfolio resources presentation
• Lake Lawn water rights purchase – contract and escrow agreement documents
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1346 correcting sections 3 and 6 of Chapter 30

The Board approved the contract to buy and sell water for the Lawn Lake Water Rights and the associated escrow agreement, authorizing the Town Administrator to complete the acquisition. The vote was 6-0 with Trustee Kurtz abstaining. The Board also approved Ordinance 1346, which repeals and reenacts sections of the Municipal Code regarding Use by Special Review and Site Plans, in a 6-0 vote. The consent agenda, including the October 8 meeting minutes and Weld County Road 5 Open Space Purchase, was approved 6-0.

• Approved Lawn Lake Water Rights purchase contract and escrow agreement (6-0, Kurtz abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 1346 on Use by Special Review and Site Plans (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Oct 8 minutes and Weld County Road 5 Open Space Purchase (6-0)
• Extended meeting to 9:45 pm and later to 9:55 pm (unanimous)

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will consider appointing a new chair, vice chair, and secretary. It will discuss possible new meeting times and set goals for 2025. The agenda also includes a review of Kate Broughton’s program and a discussion of the poster contest calendar. No decisions are recorded; these are discussion items.

• Appoint new committee chair, vice chair, and secretary
• Discuss possible new meeting times
• Set goals for the Tree Advisory Committee in 2025
• Review Kate Broughton’s program
• Discuss poster contest calendar

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee re-elected Kathy Mitchell as chair, Hannah Daniels as vice-chair, and Randy Niece as secretary for one-year terms. The committee voted to keep meetings on the third Monday but move the start time to 5:30 pm, with January and February 2025 meetings shifted to the fourth Monday due to holiday conflicts. No other substantive decisions were made; discussion items on 2025 goals and a poster contest calendar were deferred.

• Re-elected Kathy Mitchell as chair for 1-year term (all in favor)
• Elected Hannah Daniels as vice-chair for 1-year term (all approved)
• Re-elected Randy Niece as secretary for 1-year term (all in favor)
• Approved changing meeting time to 5:30 pm on third Monday (all approved)
• Approved moving January and February 2025 meetings to fourth Monday (all approved)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Housing Steering Committee will hold a work session. The meeting includes presentations on Habitat for Humanity and the DOLA More Housing Now! grant related to Proposition 123.

• Presentation by Tiffany Brodie, Executive Director of Berthoud Habitat for Humanity
• Information regarding Proposition 123 and the DOLA More Housing Now! Grant

The Berthoud Planning Commission and Housing Steering Committee held a work session on October 10, 2024, with presentations from Habitat for Humanity and staff on Proposition 123 and the DOLA More Housing Now! grant. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the session was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session
• Next meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024
• Jeff Feneis to present on Loveland Housing Authority at next meeting
• Ayres Associates to give housing project overview at next meeting

Board of Trustees

The Town Board of Berthoud will meet to discuss a draft 2025 annual budget and approve a consent agenda that includes financial information, a water purchase agreement, and a memorandum of understanding. The meeting will also feature a report from the Tree Advisory Committee.

• Draft 2025 Annual Budget Presentation
• Consent Agenda (includes financial info, water purchase, and agreement)
• Tree Advisory Committee Annual Update
• Elected Official Reports
• Citizen Participation

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting agenda, previous minutes, August 2024 financial information, a water purchase, and an agreement. The Board also voted to schedule a public hearing for the adoption of the 2025 annual budget on December 10, 2024. Additionally, staff presented the 2025 draft budget and an annual update from the Tree Advisory Committee.

• Approved Consent Agenda including agenda, minutes, financials, water purchase, and agreement (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 2025 Annual Budget adoption on December 10, 2024 (7-0)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will discuss two conceptual design projects: the Jaskowski Property and the Berthoud Arboretum. Staff will present the designs, and the committee will consider next steps. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Jaskowski Property conceptual design presentation
• Berthoud Arboretum concepts presentation

The PORT Committee discussed the Jaskowski property conceptual design, recommending keeping farming on the west side, disc golf on the east, and continued talks with the Platte Valley Hunting Retriever Club. They expressed overall support for the arboretum's general direction, with staff to continue design work. The committee also approved minutes and annual appointments, and canceled the January 2025 meeting.

• Approved annual appointments: L. Roth as Chair, C. Hobson as Vice Chair, A. Murphy as Secretary (all in favor)
• Approved September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Consensus to keep farming on west side of Jaskowski property
• Consensus to keep disc golf on Jaskowski property and coordinate with local disc golf organizations
• Recommended prioritizing Jaskowski below outdoor pool and arboretum
• Supported continued discussion with PVHRC and COL on minimizing wetland impact
• Expressed overall support for arboretum direction
• Agreed to cancel January 2025 PORT meeting

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss recruitment for Schorchfest and the budget for a DC trip. The commission will also review previous meeting minutes and receive updates from the Town Board, Berthoud Rec, and PORT.

• Schorchfest recruitment presentation
• Budget discussion for DC Trip
• Treasurer's Report
• Town Board updates

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will depart from Town Hall for a bus tour of Berthoud parks and open spaces, visiting 10 locations including Heron Lakes Open Space and Richardson Park.

• Bus tour of Berthoud parks and open spaces
• Departure from Town Hall at 807 Mountain Avenue
• Visit to Heron Lakes Open Space
• Visit to Richardson Park
• Visit to CR 3 Open Space

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Board of Trustees will hold a study session to review Parks, Trails, and Open Space Development Priorities. The PORT Committee may attend and participate. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a final plat called Heron Lakes 17th Filing. The proposed plat is located south of and adjacent to West County Road 14 and west of and adjacent to Pine Hill Drive. The meeting will also include approval of the September 12, 2024 Planning Commission minutes.

• Public hearing on final plat for Heron Lakes 17th Filing (near West County Road 14 and Pine Hill Drive)
• Approval of September 12, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the final plat for the Heron Lakes Seventeenth Filing, a residential subdivision south of West County Road 14 and west of Pine Hill Drive. The approval includes conditions requiring a development agreement with the town and additional trail and crosswalk improvements along West County Road 14. The motion carried unanimously with all present members voting in favor.

• Approved Heron Lakes 17th Filing final plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Added condition for trail connection coordination with Town and City of Loveland
• Added condition for curb, ramp, crosswalk signs with RRFBs, and striping on West County Road 14
• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will review a concept presentation for Mountain Ave and 2nd Street and a Comprehensive Plan report card. The board is also considering the removal of town property from the River Trails annexation and will hold an executive session regarding potential property acquisitions.

• North Berthoud Parkway Trail Gap bid award
• Resolution 2024 13 supporting Thompson School District bond
• Mountain Ave and 2nd Street concept presentation
• Removal of town property from River Trails annexation
• Appointments to volunteer committees

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda (minus three items later approved separately), appointed members to several volunteer committees, removed a Town-owned parcel from the River Trails annexation consideration, and heard presentations on the Mountain Ave and 2nd Street concept and the Comp Plan Report Card. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

• Approved consent agenda items A-D (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items E-G: North Berthoud Parkway Trail Gap Bid Award, Resolution of Support for R2-J Bond Question, Stan Kaufman Proclamation (6-0)
• Appointed Stacy Sigman and Mark Brodie to Planning Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Anna Murphy and Callie West to PORT Committee (5-0, Mayor Pro-Tem Murphy abstained)
• Appointed Randy Niece, Hannah Daniels, Kathy Mitchell to Tree Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Removed Town-owned parcel from River Trails annexation consideration (6-0)
• Moved to executive session for negotiations on potential property acquisition (6-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee meeting will discuss replacing street trees, reviewing the fourth‑quarter social media posts, planning attendance at the Oktoberfest TAC on October 5, and setting the calendar for a poster contest. No formal decisions are noted; the agenda items are for discussion and public comment.

• Street tree replacement discussion
• Review of 4th quarter social media posts
• Oktoberfest TAC attendance planning (Oct 5)
• Poster contest calendar discussion

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee met on September 16, 2024, and approved the August minutes with a date correction. The committee discussed street tree replacement requirements, noting the town attorney ruled residents cannot be required to replant but can be fined, though no fine or timeframe exists. No formal decisions were made on this or other discussion items; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved August 2024 meeting minutes with date correction (unanimous)
• Scheduled TAC interviews for September 23, 2024
• Discussed street tree replacement policy; no action taken
• Planned Oktoberfest booth for October 5, 2024
• Reviewed 4th quarter social media posts; no formal approval
• Discussed poster contest calendar; no final design approved

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session presentation on the connection between economic development and housing availability. It will then conduct a public hearing on Resolution 10 (Series 2024). The resolution includes approval of the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and Ordinance 1343, which amends the town’s zoning map to rezone the Farmstead 3rd Filing property from Planned Unit Development to Suburban Residential, Suburban Commercial, and Urban Residential.

• Work session presentation by Walt Elish on economic development and housing availability
• Public hearing on Resolution 10 (Series 2024)
• Approval of the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan
• Ordinance 1343 to amend the zoning map and rezone the Farmstead 3rd Filing property to SR, SC, and UR

The Planning Commission held a public hearing for the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and rezoning, but the applicant withdrew the application before a vote could occur. The commission approved the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a work session presentation and staff reports.

• Approved August 22, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Farmstead 3rd Filing rezoning application withdrawn by applicant before vote

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will meet in person and virtually to conduct routine business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and proclamations. The board will also hear a presentation from Larimer County CSU Extension and consider continuances and annexation updates. A public hearing will be held on proposed general code changes.

• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Constitutional Week and National Co-Responders Week proclamations
• Farmstead 3rd Filing NMP and COZ continuance request
• River Trails annexation substantial compliance review and Resolution 12 2024
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1343 (24) general code changes

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 1343 amending the municipal code on land uses, permits, zoning, definitions, and viewshed protection. They also approved Resolution 12-2024 setting a public hearing for the River Trails annexation petition, and reappointed Karen Anderson to the Planning Commission. A continuance was granted for the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone to September 21, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda items A-C (6-0)
• Approved Constitution Week and National CG Responders Week proclamations (6-0)
• Approved continuance for Farmstead 3rd Filing NMP and COZ to Sept 21, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 12-2024 setting River Trails annexation public hearing for Nov 12, 2024 (5-1, Mayor Karspeck dissenting)
• Approved Ordinance 1343 amending municipal code sections on land uses, permits, zoning, definitions, and viewsheds (6-0)
• Reappointed Karen Anderson to Planning Commission for 3-year term (6-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will hear a year-end update on its work and plans, review a draft request-for-proposals for the next preservation plan, and discuss topics for a future joint work session with the Town Board. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Review and comment on draft preservation-plan RFP seeking committee approval
• Discuss potential topics and priorities for a future Town Board work session

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved the August 12, 2024 minutes unanimously. They discussed the upcoming Town Board presentation and next steps for the Historical Preservation Plan RFP, including input on budget disclosure, meeting counts, and inclusion of a town map. A revised RFP will be created, and a future work session with the Town Board was scheduled. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved August 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed RFP content for Historical Preservation Plan (no vote)
• Scheduled future Town Board/HPAC work session (no date set)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will review and confirm minutes from prior meetings, then discuss the direction of the BYAC, including expectations, a future plan, board positions and terms, and an updated set of by‑laws. It will also develop a calendar of events for 2024 and hear the treasurer’s financial report. Additional items include town board updates and planning for the next meeting.

• Review and confirm previous meeting minutes
• Discuss BYAC expectations, future plan, board positions & terms
• Review updated BYAC by‑laws
• Create calendar of BYAC events for 2024
• Treasurer’s financial report

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will meet to discuss the Berthoud Arboretum Expansion & Art project and the Berthoud Recreation Trails. The meeting will include approval of previous minutes, public comment, and staff and committee updates.

• Approval of August 6, 2024 minutes
• Discussion: Berthoud Arboretum Expansion & Art
• Discussion: Berthoud Recreation Trails
• Staff updates on Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails
• Committee updates

The committee discussed the Berthoud Arboretum expansion, including a potential 7.5-acre purchase from Turner Middle School and three conceptual designs. They also reviewed trail priorities, including a CDOT grant for a North-South connection and a $6M+ Hwy 287 crossing project. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the August 6, 2024 minutes.

• Approved August 6, 2024 meeting minutes with a correction to a member's name (all in favor)
• Discussed arboretum expansion, including potential 7.5-acre purchase and three design options
• Reviewed trail priorities: Berthoud Pkwy North-South connection, Hwy 287 crossing, Rookery Trail
• Noted Town Park opening and Octoberfest plans
• Acknowledged T. Grover's departure after five years of service

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a mid-year budget supplement and rollover. The body will also consider a funding request from Berthoud Golden Links and an ordinance for general code changes to Chapter 30.

• Public hearing for Mid-Year Budget Adjustment (Resolution 2024 11)
• Ordinance 1342 regarding changes to Chapter 30
• Purchase of Handy Ditch and LLDC water shares
• Sustainability Plan contract
• Berthoud Golden Links funding request

The Board of Trustees approved Resolution 2024-11, a supplemental appropriation and budget amendment for rollover and supplemental items, in a 6-0 vote. They also approved the purchase of Handy Ditch and Loveland Lake and Ditch shares, also 6-0. Other items were discussed but not decided, including a Telly Award presentation, a funding request from Berthoud Golden Links, a Thompson School District bond presentation, and the 2024 PORT survey.

• Approved Resolution 2024-11, supplemental appropriation and budget amendments (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Handy Ditch and Loveland Lake and Ditch shares (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Berthoud Planning Commission will hold a work session to review a housing project kickoff presented by Anne Johnson, the Community Development Director. Staff will provide a report, and the commission will approve the minutes from the August 8 meeting. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Housing Steering Committee project kickoff presentation
• Staff report on the housing project
• Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission held a work session on August 22, 2024, with no substantive decisions made. The main agenda item was a kick-off presentation by Ayres Associates for the Housing Steering Committee project, where the committee provided input on community engagement. Staff also reported that the Town Board approved short-term rentals with a 200-foot buffer, allowing ADUs as STRs with a cap of 50, with applications starting September 23, 2024.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session at 8:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet in person or via Zoom to discuss tree replacement along Main Street, the condition of trees in town parks after recent construction, and a calendar for a poster contest. The committee will also review minutes from the July meeting and hear public comments.

• Main Street tree replacement discussion
• Town park trees after construction review
• Poster contest calendar discussion

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee approved the July 2024 meeting minutes and discussed several tree-related issues. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the committee agreed to research methods for watering Main Street trees and to add neighborhood outreach to 2025 goals. The annual report was prepared for the Board of Trustees with a correction to the vice-chair title.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to research and propose methods for Main Street tree watering and drainage
• Agreed to add neighborhood outreach to 2025 goals
• Prepared annual report for Board of Trustees with vice-chair title correction

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 1342 to allow short-term rentals and Resolution 2024-09 to amend the fee schedule. The board will also discuss the redevelopment of the Public Works and Skateboard Park site and a funding request from the Berthoud VFW.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1342 to allow short-term rentals
• Resolution 2024-09 to amend the 2024 fee schedule
• Redevelopment of Public Works and Skateboard Park site including Asher Architects proposal
• Funding request from Berthoud VFW
• Proclamations for Women's Equality Day and Mark French

The Board of Trustees adopted Ordinance 1342, amending the municipal code to allow short-term rentals, with a 6-1 vote (Trustee Hardy dissenting). The ordinance includes stipulations changing a distance requirement from 500 ft to 200 ft and removing a section. The board also approved $12,000 for the VFW meeting space, selected Asher Architects for redevelopment concepts, and approved the consent agenda and fee schedule resolution.

• Adopted Ordinance 1342 allowing short-term rentals (6-1, Hardy dissenting)
• Approved $12,000 for VFW meeting space for one year (7-0)
• Selected Asher Architects and Engineers for redevelopment concepts (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items less Mark French Proclamation (7-0)
• Approved Mark French Proclamation separately (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024.09 amending 2024 fee schedule (7-0)
• Directed Life Center to continue working with staff, community, and Trustees (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss an alteration application for a property at 609 5th St. The body will also review the Town Board Strategic Plan regarding priority sites for preservation and restoration.

• Alteration application approval for 609 5th St
• Referral comments for River Trails
• Review of expiring terms for Leslie Moore and James Massie
• Discussion of Preservation Plan next steps
• Development of priority sites list for historic preservation and restoration

The Berthoud Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved the July 8, 2024 minutes unanimously and discussed several items, including a completed repainting project at 609 5th Street, expiring terms, and next steps for a preservation plan. No formal decisions were made on the discussion items; the committee will continue recruiting for an open seat and prepare a draft RFP for the preservation plan.

• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted repainting at 609 5th Street approved by staff per code sections 30-9-102 and 30-9-111
• Leslie Moore and James Massie will renew their terms; open seat recruitment continues
• Lee will draft an RFP for a preservation plan; Brian will check approval steps with Town Clerk

Planning Commission

The Berthoud Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution 10, which includes approving the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and adopting Ordinance 1343 to amend the town's zoning map. The ordinance would rezone the Farmstead 3rd Filing property from Planned Unit Development (PUD) to Suburban Residential (SR), Suburban Commercial (SC), and Urban Residential (UR). The commission will also consider approval of the July 25 Planning Commission minutes and the July 25 work session minutes.

• Public hearing on Resolution 10 – Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan
• Ordinance 1343 – amend zoning map to rezone Farmstead 3rd Filing from PUD to SR, SC, UR
• Approval of July 25 Planning Commission minutes
• Approval of July 25 Planning Commission work session minutes

The Commission voted to continue the public hearing for the Farmstead 3rd Filing Neighborhood Master Plan and rezoning ordinance. This action allows the developer and the Thompson Valley School District to work on a solution regarding the school site location.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting and work session minutes
• Continued Resolution 10 and Ordinance 1343 (Farmstead 3rd Filing) to September 12, 2024

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss the direction of the commission, board positions, and terms. The body will also review plans for upcoming events and recruitment goals to fill board vacancies.

• Discussion of board positions and terms
• Planning for B-Rad’s Night and Berthoud Market events
• Review of recruitment incentives to fill board vacancies
• Treasurer's report

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will meet in person and virtually to discuss a 2024 community survey and a concept review for the Jaskowski property. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2024 PORT Survey presentation by Keith Knoll
• Jaskowski Property Concept Review by Keith Knoll

The PORT Committee reviewed a revised concept plan for the Jaskowski Property, including a relocated disc golf course and two dog park options. They unanimously supported allowing dog training activities at the property via a reservation system for established clubs, with no fee. The committee also recommended identifying options for an outdoor pool ASAP while waiting for a larger aquatic facility at Richardson, and discussed survey results showing high priority for a pool.

• Approved minutes from July 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Unanimously supported dog training at Jaskowski via reservation for established clubs, no fee
• Recommended identifying outdoor pool options ASAP while awaiting Richardson aquatic facility
• Discussed revised concept plan with disc golf relocated to east side, dog park options A (5-acre) and B (9-acre)
• Heard public comment from Platte Valley Hunting Retriever Club on historical dog training use
• Reviewed 2024 PORT survey results (836 responses) showing outdoor pool as high priority
• Agreed to press Colorado Open Lands for specific allowed activities on Jaskowski property
• Noted next step: Keith Knoll meets with COL next Wednesday

Board of Trustees

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive legislative actions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

Planning Commission

This is a procedural meeting with no substantive agenda items. The commission will call the meeting to order, take roll call, and approve the draft minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting before adjourning.

• Approval of 2024-06-27 draft minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission meeting on July 25, 2024, was brief and procedural. The only substantive action was approving the minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m. with no other decisions or discussions.

• Approved June 27, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Berthoud Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss how to make motions and to receive an update on implementing the 2021 Comprehensive Plan, including its authority, vision, goals, and strategies. The meeting is informational and does not include public hearings or votes on specific projects.

• Discussion on making motions, types, and purpose, presented by Town Attorney Erin Smith
• Informational update on implementing 2021 Comprehensive Plan action items, presented by Community Development Director Anne Johnson
• Review of 2021 Comprehensive Plan authority, vision, goals, and strategies
• Report by staff

The Berthoud Planning Commission held a work session with no formal decisions. The Town Attorney led a discussion on making motions, and staff presented an informational update on the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. The commission also received updates on CDOT influence efforts and a short-term rental ordinance first reading.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will meet to consider introducing short-term rental regulations, including Ordinance 1342 and a related fee schedule amendment. The board will also receive an update on the Green Lawn Cemetery improvement design and may enter an executive session to discuss potential property acquisition. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and the July board report.

• Introduction of Ordinance 1342 regarding short-term rental code
• Resolution 2024-09 amending the fee schedule
• Green Lawn Cemetery improvement design update
• Consent agenda: July 23, 2024 agenda, July 9, 2024 minutes, July 2024 board report
• Executive session on potential property acquisition

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda (agenda, minutes, and board report) in a 6-0 vote, with Mayor Pro-Tem Murphy abstaining. They also received presentations on the Green Lawn Cemetery improvement and proposed short-term rental regulations, but took no action on either. The board went into executive session to discuss potential property acquisition.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0, Murphy abstained)
• Extended meeting to 11:00 pm (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session for negotiations on potential property acquisition (7-0)
• Extended meeting to 11:15 pm (unanimous)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee is meeting in person with a virtual option. They will approve June minutes, hear public comment, and discuss the cemetery expansion tree list, third-quarter social media posts, and a staff report.

• Cemetery Expansion Tree List Review
• Approval of June 2024 meeting minutes
• Third-quarter social media posts discussion
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The committee reviewed a list of recommended trees and preliminary plans for the cemetery expansion. Members discussed species selection based on wind resistance and native status, and reviewed social media posts for the third quarter.

• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding oil and gas regulations and Ordinance 1336. The meeting also includes discussions on a rail station economic analysis, a utility easement agreement for Cook, and appointments to the PORT Committee.

• Public hearing on Oil and Gas Regulations (Ordinance 1336)
• Rail Station Economic Analysis presentation
• Cook Utility Easement Agreement discussion
• Appointment to the PORT Committee
• 2023 Annual Audit Presentation

The Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 1336 to amend oil and gas regulations, specifically requiring locations to be 2,000 feet from wetlands and water sources. The Board also accepted the 2023 audited financial statements and approved the acquisition of the Cook Easements.

• Approved July 9, 2024 Agenda and June 25, 2024 Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 2024 Financial Information (5-0)
• Accepted 2023 Audited Financial Statements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1336 amending Oil and Gas Regulations (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of Cook Easements and authorized funds (5-0)
• Appointed Karl Wesen to the PORT Committee for a 2-year term (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will participate in an in-person site tour of Town Park located at 200 7th Street.

• Town Park progress tour

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will conduct a tour of the McCarty - Fickel Home Museum. The agenda contains no other discussion items for this meeting.

• Tour of McCarty -Fickel Home Museum courtesy of Andrew Wayland

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved the minutes of its June 10, 2024 meeting unanimously. Members discussed gathering Preservation Plan examples and an idea to send informational brochures and a letter about the committee and potential tax credits to landmark property owners. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval were recorded; the meeting adjourned and members toured the McCarty-Fickel Home.

• Approved June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:53 PM

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is scheduled for a study session focused on strategic planning. The session will be led by facilitator Gregg Piburn.

• Strategic Planning Session with facilitator Gregg Piburn

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is planning a calendar of community events for 2024. Members are also working on brainstorming incentives to fill board vacancies.

• Review and vote on previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 calendar events including B-Rad’s Night, A-Frame, Berthoud Market, Days in Band, and GoBox
• Recruitment brainstorming to fill board vacancies

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will discuss a concept review for the Jaskowski Property. The agenda also covers routine staff updates on parks and trails operations and the approval of June 5 meeting minutes. No final decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Jaskowski Property Concept Review

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails (PORT) Committee reviewed conceptual designs for the Town-owned Jaskowski property and gave feedback to continue pursuing disc golf, a loop trail, leased farming, and adequate parking. No formal vote was taken on the property's final design; the committee asked staff to get more concrete answers from Colorado Open Lands and to have Wenk Associates revise its draft to drop unrequested suggestions. The committee also approved the June 5, 2024 minutes and agreed to move its August meeting from August 7 to August 6.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• PORT feedback: continue pursuing disc golf, loop trail, leased farming, and adequate parking at Jaskowski property (no formal vote recorded)
• Directed staff to seek concrete answers from Colorado Open Lands on disc golf and dog park locations (no formal vote recorded)
• Requested Wenk Associates revise draft design to drop unrequested suggestions (no formal vote recorded)
• Agreed to reschedule August PORT meeting from August 7 to Tuesday, August 6 (no formal vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:46 p.m. (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to the Municipal Code. These include updates to land uses, zoning classifications, and viewshed protection. The commission will also review proposed regulations for short-term rentals.

• Public Hearing: Amendments to Chapter 30 regarding land uses, permits, and zoning
• Presentation: Oil & Gas Regulations by Mike Foote
• Public Hearing: Proposed regulations for Short-Term Rentals amending Chapter 30

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the May 23, 2024 meeting minutes, held public hearings, and voted to recommend approval of proposed short-term rental regulations and Chapter 30 municipal code amendments to the Town Board of Trustees. The commission also heard presentations on oil and gas regulations and staff reports before adjourning at 9:45 p.m.

• Approved May 23, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of short-term rental regulations amendments to the Town Board of Trustees
• Recommended approval of proposed changes to Chapter 30, Section 3 of the Municipal Code (Ordinance 1342) to the Town Board of Trustees (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. (all in favor)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will discuss a cost-share agreement with the Town of Mead regarding the paving of County Road 7. The meeting also includes a continuance for the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Code Amendment and potential Planning Commission appointments.

• Town of Mead IGA regarding paving of County Road 7
• 2021 Comprehensive Plan Code Amendment - Continuance
• Planning Commission appointment discussion

The Board of Trustees approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Mead to share design costs for paving County Road 7. Additionally, the Board appointed David Pond to the Planning Commission for a three-year term and continued the 2021 Comprehensive Plan Code Amendment to September 2024.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Declared July 13, 2024 as Sharon Derstine Day
• Continued 2021 Comprehensive Plan Code Amendment to Sept 10 (5-0)
• Approved IGA with Town of Mead for County Road 7 paving (5-0)
• Appointed David Pond to Planning Commission (5-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is planning a calendar of events for 2024 to facilitate youth community involvement. Members are also discussing goals to increase board involvement and fill vacancies.

• Planning of 2024 calendar events including B-Rad’s Night, A-Frame, Berthoud Market, Days in Band, and Go Box
• Recruitment brainstorming for board vacancies

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss poster contest calendars for local businesses and updates on EAB treatments. Members will also review selections for Colorado native tree plantings in Open Space.

• EAB treatments project updates
• Colorado native tree planting selection- Open Space planting
• Poster contest calendar discussion

The Berthoud Tree Advisory Committee met on June 17, 2024, and approved its May 2024 minutes with two edits, by unanimous vote. The rest of the meeting was discussion and updates: a poster contest calendar vote was deferred to July because members had not yet reviewed the posters, and staff reported that Emerald Ash Borer treatments by a subcontractor started last month and should finish in a few weeks. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 2024 minutes with two edits (approved by all)
• Deferred poster contest calendar selection to the July meeting so all seven members can vote

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 13, 2023, was continued due to a lack of quorum. The body intended to consider amendments to Chapter 30 of the Municipal Code regarding land uses, permits, zoning classifications, and viewshed protection.

• Amendments to Chapter 30 of the Municipal Code (Land Uses, Permits, and Zoning)
• Amendments to Section 1 regarding definitions
• Amendments to Section 2 regarding the protection of viewsheds

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to receive an overview from the Executive Director of Berthoud Habitat for Humanity. The commission will also review the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Report Card presented by the Community Development Director.

• Overview of Berthoud Habitat for Humanity
• Review of 2024 Comprehensive Plan Report Card

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold public hearings regarding neighborhood master plans and zoning changes for two developments. The Weibel Industrial Park Development and the Revere Development are both up for consideration.

• Public hearing for Weibel Industrial Park Development Master Plan (Resolution 2024-08)
• Ordinance 1340: Rezoning Weibel Industrial Park from T - Transitional and M2 - Industrial to M1 - Light Industrial District
• Public hearing for Revere Development Master Plan (Resolution 2024-09)
• Ordinance 1341: Rezoning Revere Property from Planned Unit Development to Suburban Commercial and Suburban Residential Districts
• Consent agenda includes More Housing Now DOLA Grant RFP bid award and April 2024 financial information

The Board of Trustees approved the Weibel Neighborhood Master Plan and rezoned the property to Light Industrial. A proposed master plan and zoning change for the Revere Neighborhood were denied. The Board also approved a DOLA grant RFP bid award.

• Approved Consent Agenda including More Housing Now DOLA Grant RFP Bid Award (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08 for Weibel Industrial Park Development Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1340 rezoning Weibel Industrial Park Property to M1-Light Industrial District (7-0)
• Denied Resolution 2024-09 and Ordinance 134.1 for Revere Neighborhood Master Plan and Change of Zone (6-1)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss outstanding landmark selections and review examples of preservation plans. The meeting also includes a review of site visit photos for specific properties.

• Landmark selection discussion
• Review of Erie Preservation Plan
• Review of Minturn Preservation Plan
• Site visit/photo review for 500 1st Street
• Site visit/photo review for 348 Massachusetts Ave

The commission approved the May 13, 2024, meeting minutes. Members reviewed preservation plans from Erie and Minturn to determine a framework for a future town plan intended to assist with grant acquisition.

• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will conduct a tour of town-owned properties. This meeting consists of a property tour rather than a formal legislative session.

• Tour of Berthoud PORT properties

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss items regarding the Berthoud Girl Scouts and a tour recap. Staff updates include a rescheduling of the July and August meetings.

• Discussion: Berthoud Girl Scouts
• Discussion: Tour Recap
• Staff update: July and August meeting reschedule

The Berthoud Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails (PORT) Committee approved the minutes from its previous meeting and agreed to reschedule its next meeting from July 3 to July 1, 2024. The committee also received staff and tour updates regarding local parks, the upcoming Berthoud Bike Park Grand Opening, and trail access.

• Approved minutes from the previous PORT committee meeting (May 1, 2024) (All in favor)
• Rescheduled the next PORT committee meeting to Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (All in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:09 p.m. (All in favor)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is working to create and promote a calendar of community events for 2024. Members are also discussing recruitment strategies to fill board vacancies.

• Planning of B-Rad’s Night event including flyers and business handouts
• Discussion of Berthoud Market participation
• Recruitment brainstorming to fill board vacancies

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold public hearings regarding oil and gas regulations and residence restrictions for registered sex offenders. The board is also reviewing the scope of a Sustainability Action Plan.

• Public hearing on Oil And Gas Regulations (Ordinance 1336)
• Public hearing on Residence Restrictions For Registered Sex Offenders (Ordinance 1339)
• Discussion regarding Sustainability Plan Scope and RFP

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 1339 establishing residency distance restrictions for registered sex offenders and authorized staff to solicit proposals for a Sustainability Action Plan. The board also approved the consent agenda and continued a public hearing on oil and gas regulations to an uncertain date due to the attorney's illness.

• Approved the Consent Agenda including the May 28, 2024 agenda, May 14, 2024 minutes, and May 2024 board report (6-0)
• Authorized staff to solicit proposals for the creation of a Sustainability Action Plan (6-0)
• Continued the Oil and Gas Regulations public hearing to a date uncertain and directed staff regarding required publications (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1339 enacting residency distance restrictions for registered sex offenders from designated locations (6-0)

Planning Commission

The meeting includes a call to order, the pledge of allegiance, and a roll call. The commission will review and consider the approval of the meeting minutes from May 9, 2024.

• Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission met on May 23, 2024, and approved the minutes of its May 9, 2024 meeting. No other business was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m., two minutes after it was called to order.

• Approved May 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes (motion carried, all in favor)
• Adjourned the May 23, 2024 meeting (motion carried, all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the Downtown Development Authority. The meeting includes presentations by the DDA Business Development Manager and the Town Attorney.

• Downtown Development Authority presentation by Walt Elish
• Deliberation Tips and Q&A presented by Erin Smith

The Planning Commission held a study session on May 23, 2024, with no substantive decisions on land-use items. The session included a presentation and update from Business Development Manager Walt Elish on the proposed Downtown Development Authority (DDA), deliberation tips from Town Attorney Erin Smith, and a Board Room safety presentation by Sheriff Zack Anderson of the Larimer County Sheriff's Office, Berthoud Squad. The only motion was to adjourn, made by Commissioner Semedalas and seconded by Commissioner Donnelly, which carried with all in favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

• Adjourned the May 23, 2024 study session (all in favor)

Youth Advisory Commission

The Berthoud Youth Advisory Commission will prepare a scholarship presentation for the Town Board. Members will also plan 2024 calendar events, including B-Rad’s Night and Berthoud Day.

• Scholarship presentation preparation for Town Board
• Planning 2024 calendar events (B-Rad's Night, Berthoud Day)
• Review and vote on previous meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a poster contest calendar. The committee will also discuss its presence at town events during the summer and fall.

• Poster contest calendar discussion
• Summer/Fall TAC presence at town events

The committee decided to create a 2025 calendar featuring winners and submissions from a poster contest with 235 entries. Members will review the posters and vote on selections before the next meeting. The committee also coordinated staffing for the June 1 Berthoud Days event.

• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes
• Decided to use poster contest submissions for a 2025 calendar
• Agreed to review posters individually and vote on selections at the next meeting

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will hold public hearings regarding the issuance of wastewater revenue refunding bonds and the adoption of the National Electric Code. The agenda also includes committee liaison assignments and several consent agenda items.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1338 to refinance 2012 wastewater bonds
• Public hearing for Ordinance 1336 to adopt the National Electric Code
• Revere Change of Zone neighborhood master plan hearing continued to June 11, 2024
• Review of Parks, Open Space, Recreation and Trails survey scope and fee
• B-RAD facade grant application review

The Board authorized the issuance of wastewater revenue refunding bonds to refinance outstanding debt. It also adopted the 2023 Edition of the National Electric Code into the Municipal Code. Additionally, the Board approved a lease for Northern Water office space and assigned trustees to various town committees.

• Approved Ordinance 1338 for wastewater revenue refunding bonds (7-0)
• Approved Official Statement, Paying Agent Agreement, and Bond Purchase Agreement for wastewater refunding (7-0 each)
• Approved Ordinance 1336 adopting the 2023 National Electric Code (7-0)
• Approved Northern Water office lease (6-0)
• Approved letter regarding federal legislation for larger trucks on roadways (7-0)
• Approved Anti-Human Trafficking Month Proclamation (7-0)
• Approved 2024 Parks, Open Space, Recreation and Trails Survey Scope and Fee (7-0)
• Approved City of Fort Collins FLEX Bus Service IGA (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss outstanding landmark selections and the Kwik Corner designation. Members will also review a Legacy Park referral and potential historic farms within city limits.

• Outstanding Landmark Selections
• Kwik Corner Designation
• Legacy Park Referral Review
• Possible Historic Farms within Berthoud limits
• Historic Preservation Month Proclamation

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission selected the August Johnson House and 348 Massachusetts Ave for Outstanding Landmark awards, citing current renovations. The commission also submitted recommendations to Legacy Park developers to preserve farm structures and incorporate historical interpretation. Additionally, the group discussed pursuing a grant to survey historic farms within town limits.

• Selected August Johnson House (500 1st St) for Outstanding Landmark Home Award
• Selected 348 Massachusetts Ave (Grandview Apartments) for Outstanding Landmark Business Award
• Approved April 8, 2024 minutes unanimously
• Submitted recommendations to Legacy Park developers to preserve farmhouse, barn, and silos
• Agreed to pursue CLG grant for historic farm survey (application due Jan 5)
• Discussed sending informational letter to Kwik Korner owner regarding historic status
• Volunteers assigned to distribute historic business coasters and contact local newspaper

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Weibel Industrial Park Neighborhood Master Plan. The proposal includes amending the zoning map to rezone property from M2 – Industrial and T – Transitional to M1 – Light Industrial.

• Rezoning of Weibel Industrial Park property
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval to the Town Board of Trustees for the Weibel Industrial Park Neighborhood Master Plan and a corresponding rezoning request. The rezoning would change the property from M2-Industrial and T-Transitional to M1-Light Industrial.

• Approved April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of Weibel Industrial Park Neighborhood Master Plan with two conditions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Weibel Industrial Park rezoning to M1-Light Industrial with one condition (5-0)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss scholarship details to prepare a presentation for the Town Board. The meeting also includes a recap of B-Rad’s Night and planning for 2024 calendar events.

• Scholarship presentation preparation for Town Board
• Review of previous meeting minutes
• B-Rad’s Night event recap
• 2024 calendar of events planning

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the 2024 PORT Community Survey and receive an update on the Our Lands Our Future Survey. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• 2024 PORT Community Survey discussion
• Our Lands Our Future Survey update
• Approval of April 3, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a revised 2024 community survey and results from the 'Our Lands Our Future' survey. Staff provided updates on the completion of pickleball courts and the upcoming opening of the bike park. No formal votes were taken other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved minutes from April 3, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2024.

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will consider a zoning change for Heron Lakes 17th Filing and the adoption of the National Electric Code. The meeting also includes discussions on a broadband right-of-way agreement and a potential land purchase regarding County Road 15.

• Heron Lakes 17th Filing Change of Zone public hearing
• Adoption of National Electric Code (Ordinance 1336)
• Hilltop Broadband Right Of Way Use Agreement
• Potential purchase of County Road 15 property
• Road improvement, concrete, and chip/crack seal bid awards

The Board of Trustees approved a contract to purchase land on LCR 15 and rezoned a portion of Heron Lakes 17th Filing. The Board also approved a right of way use agreement with Hilltop Broadband and appointed a new Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Authorized purchase of land on LCR 15 for $5,715,000 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1337 to rezone part of Heron Lakes 17th Filing to residential R-2 and Agricultural Districts (7-0)
• Approved right of way use agreement with Hilltop Broadband (7-0)
• Appointed Trustee Murphy as Mayor Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Set public hearing for National Electric Code adoption for May 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss plans for the 2024 Arbor Day celebrations. Members will also review the selection for the Waggener parking lot replanting.

• 2024 Arbor Day celebration plans
• Waggener parking lot replanting selection

The committee approved the March 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed preparations for Arbor Day celebrations and reviewed tree species for the Waggener parking lot replanting project.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land use requests. These include a zone change for Heron Lakes Filing 17 and the approval of the Revere Neighborhood Master Plan with associated zoning amendments.

• Public hearing for Heron Lakes Filing 17 rezoning west of Berthoud Parkway and south of County Road 14
• Public hearing for Revere Neighborhood Master Plan resolution
• Ordinance to rezone Revere property from PUD to SR (Suburban Residential) and SC (Suburban Commercial)

The Commission approved a zone change for Heron Lakes Filing 17 and recommended approval to the Town Board of Trustees for the Revere Neighborhood Master Plan and associated rezoning. The Revere recommendation includes eight specific conditions regarding traffic, buffers, and neighborhood collaboration.

• Approved Heron Lakes 17th Filing Change of Zone request (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Revere Neighborhood Master Plan to Town Board of Trustees with 8 conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Revere rezoning from PUD to SC and SR to Town Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2024 Planning Commission Study Session Minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items including a call to order and the approval of minutes from the March 28, 2024, meeting. No substantive agenda items or specific projects were listed in the provided document.

• Approval of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing scholarship position selections and preparing a presentation for the Town Board. Members are also planning a 2024 calendar of community events.

• Review of scholarship position selections
• Presentation preparation for Town Board
• Planning of 2024 calendar events including Rotary Club and Berthoud Habitat Fundraiser
• Discussion regarding B-Rad’s Night event details

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss grant opportunities from History Colorado and receive an update on drink coasters. The meeting also includes discussion regarding clothing option ideas and a Historic Preservation Month proclamation.

• History Colorado grant opportunities
• Drink coasters update
• Historic Preservation Month Proclamation
• Clothing option ideas

The commission approved the minutes from the March 11, 2024 meeting. Members received a presentation from History Colorado regarding grant funding and historical survey types. The committee decided to proceed with a previously selected coaster option for local businesses.

• Approved March 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opted to continue with previously selected coaster option for businesses

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss the 2024 PORT Community Survey and provide an update on the Our Lands Our Future Survey. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• 2024 PORT Community Survey discussion
• Our Lands Our Future Survey update
• Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails staff updates

The committee discussed the design and content of the 2024 PORT community survey, recommending the addition of specific questions regarding aquatics. Members agreed the survey should focus on community priorities and needs rather than specific properties. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

This meeting consists of procedural administrative items. The commission will approve the March 14, 2024, meeting minutes and conduct an election for a new secretary.

• Approval of March 14, 2004, meeting minutes
• Nomination and election of Planning Commission Secretary

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 14, 2024, meeting. The commission also nominated and elected a new Secretary.

• Approved March 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Elected Commissioner Nick Semedalas as Planning Commission Secretary

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session featuring guest speaker Tami A. Tanoue from CIRSA. The agenda also notes upcoming planning commission hearing dates.

• Study Session with Tami A. Tanoue, JD (Executive Director, CIRSA)
• April 11, 2024 Planning Commission Hearing
• April 25, 2024 Planning Commission Hearing (Cancelled)
• May 9, 2024 Planning Commission Hearing

The Planning Commission convened for a study session featuring guest speaker Tami Tanoue, Executive Director of CIRSA. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a request to allow more square footage for signage at 1335 Grand Market Avenue. The item is presented by Community Development Director Anne Johnson under Resolution 2024-05.

• Public hearing for increased signage square footage at 1335 Grand Market Avenue

The Board of Adjustments approved a request to allow more square footage for signage at 1335 Grand Market Avenue. The approval included the Development Standards found in the Staff Report.

• Approved sign size variance for Bank of Colorado at 1335 Grand Market Avenue (Unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will discuss a revision to the non-potable water usage fee and a draft of short-term rental regulations. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding the Legacy Park Metro District Service Plan.

• Revision of Non-Potable Water Usage Fee
• Short-Term Rental Draft Regulation discussion
• Legacy Park Metro District Service Plan public hearing
• Handy Ditch .25 share water purchase (Consent Agenda)
• Potential property acquisition executive session

The Berthoud Board of Trustees approved Resolution 2024-06 for the Legacy Park Metro District service plan in a 4-2 roll call vote after a public hearing with no speakers. The board also approved Resolution 2024-05 amending the 2024 fee schedule for non-potable water usage, retroactive to January 1, 2023, in a 6-0 vote. The board continued the oil and gas regulations public hearing to a future date when Mr. Foote can address comments, and was supportive of Cap Option 2 in the short-term rental draft regulations, scheduling a study session for further discussion. The meeting included a consent agenda approval, a Rocky Mountain Conservancy presentation, citizen participation, and an executive session on potential property acquisition.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-05 amending 2024 fee schedule for non-potable water usage, retroactive to Jan 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Continued oil and gas regulations public hearing to future date (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-06 for Legacy Park Metro District service plan (4-2)
• Extended meeting past 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm (unanimous)
• Extended meeting through Executive Session (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session for potential property acquisition (6-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Street Tree Carving Cost Share Program and continue planning for 2024 Arbor Day celebrations. The agenda also includes a review of social media posts for April through June.

• Street Tree Carving Cost Share Program discussion
• 2024 Arbor Day celebration planning
• April-June social media post planning

The Tree Advisory Committee approved its February 2024 minutes by unanimous motion and spent most of the meeting discussing, but not deciding on, a possible Street Tree Carving Cost Sharing Program. Members also reviewed plans for Arbor Day 2024 at Bien Park on April 27, including a Hackberry tree planting, a poster contest, and a banner. No formal votes were recorded on the carving program, Arbor Day plans, or social media topics.

• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Randy, seconded by Amy; approved by all)
• No vote taken on Street Tree Carving Cost Sharing Program; committee discussed guidelines and requested artist input
• No vote taken on Arbor Day 2024 plans; noted town board approved a resolution for Bien Park on April 27
• No vote taken on next quarter social media post topics (April Arbor Day, May EAB, June tree clearance code)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for the Westside Crossing Replat #2 final plat. The project is located north of Mountain Avenue and west of Meadowlark Drive. The commission will also review meeting minutes from February 8, 2024.

• Public hearing for Westside Crossing Replat #2 (Resolution 2024-04)
• Approval of February 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The Berthoud Planning Commission approved the final plat for Westside Crossing Replat #2, located north of Mountain Avenue and west of Meadowlark Drive. The approval includes specific conditions, such as requiring a signalized intersection at Mountain and Meadowlark before 50% of estimated traffic volume is reached. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous February 8 meeting.

• Approved February 8, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Final Plat for Westside Crossing Replat #2 with conditions (all in favor)
• Required signalized intersection at Mountain and Meadowlark before 50% traffic volume
• Required Right of Way dedication to CDOT for ADA ramp at Meadowlark and Mountain Ave

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing scholarship position selections and attendance guidelines. The meeting also includes discussion of the 2024 calendar of events, such as B-Rad’s Night.

• Reviewing scholarship position selections and guidelines
• Discussing B-Rad's Night event details for April 18th
• Establishing a $250 limit for games card funds at B-Rad's Night
• Reviewing attendance requirements including 85% meeting attendance

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the sign code and the Innovation District/1st Street Corridor. The board will also introduce new regulations for oil and gas.

• Public hearing for Sign Code amendments (Ordinance 1334)
• Public hearing for Innovation District/1st Street Corridor amendments (Ordinance 1335)
• Introduction of Oil and Gas Regulations (Ordinance 1336 Series 2024)
• Arbor Day Proclamation

The Board of Trustees approved updates to the town's sign code and adopted guidelines for the Innovation District and 1st Street Corridor. The board also proclaimed April 27, 2024, as Arbor Day. Proposed oil and gas regulations were discussed and sent back for revisions.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Arboretum Design Contract (6-0)
• Proclaimed April 27, 2024 as Arbor Day
• Approved Ordinance 1334 amending the Sign Code (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1335 adding Innovation District 1st Street Corridor Guidelines to Municipal Code (6-0)
• Tabled oil and gas regulations for future revision
• Entered Executive Session regarding 1st Street Sewer Easements and potential litigation (6-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Historic Preservation Advisory Commission will discuss the selection of designs, materials, and pricing for drink coasters. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Saving Places Conference, Four Square Church, and a historic map.

• Coaster design selection
• Coaster material and price selection
• Saving Places Conference discussion
• Four Square Church discussion
• Historic Map discussion

The commission approved the February 12 minutes and selected three prototype coaster designs for a first printing of 2,500 units. Members agreed to pursue a grant for a historical farmsteads survey and encouraged staff to discuss preserving structures at the Ludlow Farm development site.

• Approved February 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected 3 coaster designs featuring City Star Brewery, Cocina y Cantina, and Benny’s
• Approved first printing of 2,500 coasters in durable material
• Agreed to pursue grant opportunity for historical farmsteads survey
• Encouraged staff to continue preservation discussions with Ludlow Farm developers

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss improvements to Capitol Parks and review a community survey. Staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails are also scheduled.

• Capitol Parks Improvements presentation and discussion
• Community Survey discussion
• Approval of February 7, 2024 meeting minutes

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails (PORT) committee approved its February 6 minutes and discussed a matrix of current park and trail projects with staff representative Keith Knoll. The committee unanimously recommended adding a survey question about artificial turf and agreed to draft a short community survey covering Richardson park phasing, a possible pool, and project priorities. Trustee Ayers agreed to ask the Town Board whether the two multi-purpose fields at Richardson could be swapped with a pool and what it would cost. No funding or construction decisions were made; most project costs and timelines remain undetermined.

• Approved February 6, 2024 PORT committee minutes (all in favor)
• Unanimously recommended including a survey question on artificial turf
• Agreed to draft a short community survey on Richardson phasing, pool features, and project priorities
• Trustee Ayers agreed to ask the Board about swapping the two multi-purpose fields with a pool and its estimated cost
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:15 PM (all in favor)

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing potential scholarship guidelines including volunteer hours and attendance requirements. Members are also planning a 2024 calendar of events, including monthly B-Rad’s Night activities.

• Scholarship guideline discussions regarding volunteer hours and position amounts
• B-Rad’s Night event planning with $10 game card and $500 limit

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Board of Trustees will discuss water resources, park naming, and the 2024 road and sidewalk project. The meeting also includes the introduction of ordinance amendments for a sign code and an innovation district.

• Introduction of Ordinance 1334 Sign Code
• Introduction of Ordinance 1335 Innovation District
• Road and Sidewalk Project 2024 discussion
• Naming of Mountain Vista Park
• Parks Capital Projects discussion

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda and directed staff to seek bids for the 2024 Road and Sidewalk Projects. The Board expressed support for community surveys regarding park naming and priorities, and planned a public hearing for general code amendments.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Feb 27 agenda and Feb 13 minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to solicit bids for 2024 Road and Sidewalk Projects (5-0)
• Approved extending the meeting to 10:30 pm (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to recommend two ordinances to the Town Board of Trustees. These include amendments to the Berthoud Sign Code and the adoption of Innovation District Standards into the Development Code.

• Approved recommendation to forward Sign Code amendments (Ordinance 1334) to Town Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to forward Development Code amendments regarding Innovation District Standards (Ordinance 1335) to Town Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Town Board will review a proposal and contract for a July 3rd fireworks event. The meeting also includes an annual report from the Larimer County Sheriff's Office and an executive session regarding the North I-25 Commuter Rail.

• 3rd of July Fireworks Event proposal and contract
• Larimer County Sheriff's Office Annual Report
• Cancellation of CBT temporary use permit
• Executive session regarding North I-25 Commuter Rail

The Board of Trustees approved a contract with Zambelli Fireworks Manufacturing Co. for the 2024 3rd of July Fireworks Event. The Board also approved the consent agenda and entered an executive session regarding the North I-25 Commuter Rail.

• Approved Consent Agenda including January 23, 2024 minutes and cancellation of CBT Temporary Use Permit (7-0)
• Approved contract with Zambelli Fireworks Manufacturing Co. (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session regarding North I-25 Commuter Rail (7-0)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will discuss continuing plans for the 2024 Arbor Day celebrations. The agenda also includes approval of January 2024 meeting minutes and a staff report.

• Discussion of 2024 Arbor Day celebration plans
• Approval of January 2024 meeting minutes

The committee approved the January 2024 meeting minutes and discussed planning for Arbor Day on April 26. Staff provided updates on perennial cutbacks and tree maintenance, while the committee reviewed public concerns regarding shade trees and the EAB program.

• Approved January 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The commission will review a historic map presentation by Nathan Gabbard. Discussion topics include drink coaster design options, material selection, and the Saving Places Conference.

• Historic Map Presentation by Nathan Gabbard
• Drink coaster design options and material/price selection
• Saving Places Conference discussion
• Landmark article by Anne Johnson
• Discussion regarding Four Square Church

The commission approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed a preview of a revamped interactive historic sites map and discussed design options for drink coasters featuring QR codes.

• Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to local codes. These include updates to the municipal sign code and the adoption of a new section for the development code.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1334 regarding amendments to the Berthoud Sign Code
• Public hearing for Ordinance 1335 regarding amendments to the Berthoud Development Code
• Update on 2023 and 2024 Town Projects

The Planning Commission voted to recommend two ordinances to the Town Board of Trustees. These include updates to the town's sign code and the formal adoption of Innovation District Standards into the Development Code.

• Approved minutes from January 11, 2024
• Recommended approval of Sign Code amendments (Ordinance 1334) to Town Board of Trustees
• Recommended approval of Development Code amendments (Ordinance 1335) to Town Board of Trustees

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will discuss Phase 1 of the Richardson (Mountain Vista Park) project and the conceptual design for the Jaskowski Property. The meeting also includes staff updates regarding parks, open space, recreation, and trails.

• Richardson (Mountain Vista Park) Phase 1 discussion
• Jaskowski Property Conceptual Design discussion

The committee unanimously recommended that the Town revise plans for Mountain Vista Park to include a competition pool instead of a water park and conduct a community survey on priorities. Members also discussed conceptual designs for the Jaskowski property, including potential uses for dog training, trails, and disc golf.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2024
• Unanimously recommended revising Mountain Vista Park plans from a water park to a competition pool
• Unanimously recommended a community survey to determine priorities regarding a pool

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board is holding a study session to review updates regarding short-term rental regulations. The session also includes a discussion on the Master Plans Update and Sustainable Development Policy.

• Short Term Rental Regulation Update
• Master Plans Update And Sustainable Development Policy

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing scholarship ideas and planning a calendar of community involvement events for 2024. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes and agenda planning.

• Scholarship details and planning
• 2024 calendar of events including Kids After Dark on Jan 27th

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on ordinance 1333 to amend marijuana business codes. The meeting also includes presentations on the Arboretum design and Berthoud Adaptive Park project. Additionally, the Board will consider reimbursement agreements for roundabout and sewer infrastructure at Farmstead.

• Public hearing for General Marijuana Code Amendments (Ordinance 1333)
• Reimbursement agreement for Farmstead Filing 3 roundabout construction
• Reimbursement agreement for Farmstead Filing 2 sanitary sewer infrastructure
• Berthoud Adaptive Park Project presentation
• Arboretum design presentation

The Board of Trustees approved funding up to $650 thousand for the Berthoud Adaptive Park Project and passed Ordinance 1333 amending the municipal code regarding marijuana businesses, both on 7-0 votes. The board also approved two reimbursement agreements with LGI Homes Colorado LLC — one for a roundabout at Mountain Avenue and County Line Road and one for sanitary sewer infrastructure — each 7-0. A consent agenda was approved minus the Heron Lakes Gated Entrance License Agreement, on which the board took no action.

• Approved Berthoud Adaptive Park Project funding up to $650 thousand (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1333 amending Chapters 13 and 30 of the municipal code regarding marijuana businesses (7-0)
• Approved reimbursement agreement with LGI Homes Colorado LLC for roundabout construction at Mountain Avenue and County Line Road (7-0)
• Approved reimbursement agreement with LGI Homes Colorado LLC for sanitary sewer extension costs (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a, b, c, and e, excluding item D (7-0)
• Took no action on the Heron Lakes Gated Entrance License Agreement (item D)

Tree Advisory Committee

The Tree Advisory Committee will meet to begin planning for the 2024 Arbor Day celebrations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2024 pruning schedule and 2024 Growth Award opportunities.

• Planning for 2024 Arbor Day celebrations
• Discussion of 2024 pruning schedule
• Review of 2024 Growth Award opportunities

The Tree Advisory Committee approved its December 2023 minutes and spent the January 22, 2024 meeting discussing plans rather than deciding them. Members reviewed possible Arbor Day 2024 locations and tree varieties but agreed to vote at the next meeting; the event is proposed for Saturday, April 27. The committee also discussed the 2024 pruning schedule, applying for a Tree City USA Growth Award, and the Berthoud Arboretum design. No substantive motions other than the minutes approval were recorded.

• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes (motion by Randy, seconded by Toni, approved by all)
• No vote on 2024 Arbor Day location; members to decide at next meeting
• No vote on tree varieties; suggestions included Bur oak and Bald cypress
• No vote on 2024 pruning schedule; discussed 5-year rotation and possible young tree pruning class
• No vote on Growth Award application; Paul asked committee to help research eligible credits
• Arboretum design discussed; plans on town website and set for Tuesday Board meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Harvest 47 Final Plat. The request concerns property located south of Mountain Avenue at 735 State Highway 56.

• Public Hearing: Harvest 47 Final Plat near Dorothy Drive and Remuda Road

The Planning Commission approved the Final Plat for Harvest 47, located south of Mountain Avenue. Approval is subject to three conditions regarding a development agreement, a signature block, and an alley maintenance agreement.

• Approved December 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Harvest 47 Final Plat with three conditions

Youth Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and reflect on 2023 goals and Scorchfest. Members will also discuss the 2024 calendar of events and future agenda planning.

• Review and vote on previous meeting minutes
• Reflection on 2023 goals and Scorchfest
• Planning of the 2024 calendar of events

Board of Trustees

The Berthoud Town Board will conduct a public hearing for the adoption of the 2024 mill levy. The agenda also includes introductions for marijuana code amendments and discussions regarding oil and gas updates. Additionally, staff will provide updates on utility assistance and welcome signage.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1331 to adopt the 2024 mill levy
• Introduction of Ordinance 1332 regarding marijuana business code amendments
• Discussion regarding Oil and Gas Tranche 3
• Update on House of Neighborly Service utility assistance
• Amendment to the Town Administrator contract

The Board of Trustees approved the 2024 municipal tax levy and authorized a $32,000 contract for veteran support services. Trustees also approved a consent agenda covering administrative policies and meeting procedures. Additionally, the Board reviewed designs for town welcome signage and discussed potential updates to oil and gas regulations.

• Approved 2024 mill levy via Ordinance 1332 (6-0)
• Authorized $32,000 contract for American Legion veteran services (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including purchase policy update (6-0)
• Entered executive session for potential property acquisition (6-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Commission

The Commission will select a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for committee positions. Discussion topics include drink coaster samples, website sub-page ideas, and an alteration application for 348 Massachusetts.

• Selection of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Staff Approved Alteration Application - 348 Massachusetts
• Discussion regarding Saving Places Conference

The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee approved its December 11, 2023 minutes unanimously and confirmed its officers: Todd Duval continues as Chair, Cheryl Szydlo as Secretary, and Leslie Moore was confirmed as Vice-Chair after Lee Hardies withdrew his interest. The committee discussed but did not vote on historic drink coasters, a GIS walking-tour map, and a possible Historic Farm program; votes on coaster designs and cost quotes are expected at the February meeting. No public comments were presented, and the meeting adjourned at 6:49 pm.

• Approved December 11, 2023 minutes unanimously
• Todd Duval continues as Chair
• Cheryl Szydlo continues as Secretary
• Leslie Moore confirmed as Vice-Chair after Lee Hardies withdrew
• No vote taken on drink coasters; cost quotes and 3 design drafts to come before February meeting
• No vote taken on GIS walking-tour map or Historic Farm program

Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee

The Parks, Open Space, Recreation, and Trails Committee will discuss the Pioneer Park Community Garden and the final draft of the Berthoud Arboretum conceptual design. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Town Park Playground.

• Pioneer Park Community Garden discussion
• Berthoud Arboretum Conceptual Design Final Draft review
• Town Park Playground discussion

The committee approved the minutes from the November 1, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff presentations and discussions regarding park designs and facility updates; no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved November 1, 2023 meeting minutes