Buena Vista
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Beautification Advisory Board
The board is planning fall decor, including potential scarecrow upgrades at the splash park. They are also preparing for the upcoming 2027 budget cycle and reviewing ongoing beautification projects.
- Fall season decor planning (October-November)
- 2027 Budget preparation
- Winter planter and cemetery entrance arch updates
- Bridge lighting needs
- Beautification fund balance of $3,454.27 plus $7,136.40 in raised funds
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to determine whether the home at 116 Cornell Drive (built circa 1964) meets criteria for local landmark designation. If deemed eligible, the window replacement permit may be suspended for up to 180 days to explore preservation alternatives. The commission will also receive an update on the Pearl Theater, discuss a potential retreat, and consider a History Colorado historic marker program.
- Public hearing on landmark eligibility for 116 Cornell Drive home (built 1964, window replacement)
- Update from Code Enforcement Officer Bryans on Pearl Theater
- Discussion of possible HPC birthday celebration on August 13, 2026
- Brainstorming for August retreat and strategic planning
- History Colorado 250th/150th historic marker program
Planning and Zoning Commission - Packets
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a proposed dockless e-bike rental pilot program for Buena Vista. The program would involve up to 12 e-bikes at 4-5 business-hosted bike bases. Staff is seeking guidance on how to regulate the program under the existing zoning code, and whether a future code amendment is needed. The Commission will provide policy direction only, with no formal action taken.
- Discussion of Dockless E-Bike Pilot Program (up to 12 e-bikes, 4-5 stations)
Planning and Zoning Commission - Agendas & Minutes (Packets below)
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and potentially decide on a pilot program for dockless e-bikes in Buena Vista. They will also ratify minutes from the previous meeting and announce the cancellation of the July 1st meeting.
- Dockless E-Bike Pilot Program discussion
- Cancellation of July 1st meeting
Board of Trustees - Packets
The Board of Trustees will hold a work session on Planning Department and Town Clerk operations, including an update on Proposition 123 affordable housing commitments and the upcoming municipal election. During the regular meeting, they will consider resolutions to dedicate land to widen Teal Run, support a grant for Buena Vista High School's irrigation well, establish a new development review technology fee and water dedication maintenance fee, and accept completion of the water treatment plant expansion.
- Dedicate land to widen Teal Run (Resolution 2026-45)
- Support grant for BVHS irrigation well project (Resolution 2026-46)
- Establish development review technology fee and water maintenance fee (Resolution 2026-47)
- Accept completion of Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project (Resolution 2026-48)
- Proclamation for Pride Month
Board of Trustees - Agendas & Minutes (Packets below)
The Board will consider accepting completion of the Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project, supporting a grant application for a high school irrigation well, adopting new development review and water maintenance fees, and dedicating right-of-way for Teal Run. A Pride Month proclamation will also be read.
- Resolution accepting Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project
- Resolution supporting grant for BVHS irrigation well (CWCB)
- Resolution amending fee schedule: development review tech fee & water maintenance fee
- Resolution dedicating right-of-way to expand Teal Run
- Proclamation for Pride Month
Water Advisory Board
The board will discuss current water storage projects and the progress of the Ivy League Water System. Members will also review a water rate study and financial planning updates. The meeting includes discussions on drought planning and the town's water conservation plan.
- Water storage projects update
- Water Rate Study and Financial Planning update
- Ivy League Water System progress
- Water Conservation Plan next steps
- Outstanding Waters Program support letter
Planning and Zoning Commission - Agendas & Minutes (Packets below)
The regular Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026, has been canceled. The items have been rescheduled to a Special Meeting on June 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Community Center. The agenda for the Special Meeting will be posted later.
Airport Advisory Board
The Airport Advisory Board will discuss and potentially act on a plan to prepare for the closure of Aspen's airport in 2027. They will also review the Airport Safety Plan, receive an update on the Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS), and hear operational and financial reports.
- Plan to prepare for Aspen closure 2027
- Review of Airport Safety Plan
- AWOS update
- Operations and financial reports
- Approval of minutes from May 19 meeting
Beautification Advisory Board
The board decided to present two curb appeal awards on June 23 to Mt. Antero Treasures and Sushi Thai. They also ordered sample cashmere wreaths for winter planters and set the Adopt-a-Planter deadline for June 26.
- Approved minutes from May 7, 2026 meeting
- Decided to order 30" & 36" sample cashmere wreaths for winter planters
- Set Adopt-a-Planter deadline for June 26
- Decided to present curb appeal awards on June 23 at 2pm and 3pm
Board of Trustees - Agendas & Minutes (Packets below)
The Board adopted an emergency ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on data center development through December 9, 2026, while staff develop land use regulations. It also approved an airport HVAC installation contract ($43,269) and a 25-year ground lease for hangar construction. Trustees reviewed drought conditions, short-term rental committee findings, and fire protection funding transition plans without taking formal action on those items.
- Adopted emergency ordinance imposing data center moratorium (6-0)
- Approved $43,269 airport HVAC installation agreement with Patriot Sons (6-0)
- Approved 25-year airport ground lease for hangar construction (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and staff reports (6-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (6-0)