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Dacono public meetings in 2023

68 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 18, 2023

Police Advisory Board

Police Advisory Board to decide complaint outcome in closed session

The Dacono Police Advisory Board will meet to consider a complaint filed on October 23, 2023. The board will enter a closed executive session for legal advice and confidential matters, then return to open session to determine whether the complaint is sustained and, if so, recommend disciplinary action. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the November 7, 2023 meeting.

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Thu Dec 14, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council meeting scheduled for December 14, 2023

The agenda consists of procedural items and updates from regional agencies. The council will address the Forum IGA Adoption and receive updates regarding DRCOG and CDOT.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council to consider water rate changes and Comcast franchise agreement

The City Council will hold a public hearing on second reading for ordinance 954 regarding water rates and charges. The council will also consider a first reading for a cable franchise agreement with Comcast of Colorado IX, LLC.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider denying Sweetgrass rezoning to PUD

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a resolution recommending denial of PC 23-07, a rezoning application for the Sweetgrass Subdivision. The application seeks to rezone land from R-1 Residential, C-R Commercial Residential, and C-1 Commercial to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with residential and commercial uses. The commission will also hear public comments and staff reports.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve PC 23-07, a resolution recommending approval of a PUD Rezoni n g Preliminary Plat and Preliminary Development Plan for Sweetgrass Subdivision. The vote was
3 nay
Clark nay · Martinez nay · Kettering nay
Mon Nov 27, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council to hold public hearings on 2024 budget and water rates

The City Council will consider the 2024 budget, including fund appropriations and an updated employee pay plan. The meeting also includes discussions on water rate changes and a new development plan for an 81.78-acre property.

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Thu Nov 16, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council to attend Highway 52 Coalition Meeting

Members of the Dacono City Council may attend a meeting of the Highway 52 Coalition. The meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2023, at the SW Weld Service Center.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider Grandview/Holly plan and Sweetgrass rezoning

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning application for the Sweetgrass Subdivision, along with a presentation on the Grandview and Holly Outline Development Plan. The meeting is in person only, with no remote access.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve PC 23-07, a resolution recommending approval of a PUD Rezoni n g Preliminary Plat and Preliminary Development Plan for Sweetgrass Subdivision. The vote was
3 nay
Clark nay · Martinez nay · Kettering nay
Mon Nov 13, 2023

City Council

Dacono Council to consider waste services contract and municipal code updates

The Dacono City Council will review several resolutions regarding fees, agreements with the Urban Renewal Authority, and an easement acquisition. The agenda also includes public hearings for ordinances related to construction activity management and court cost collections.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Police Advisory Board

Police Advisory Board to review October 23 complaint

The Dacono Police Advisory Board is meeting remotely to consider a complaint filed on October 23, 2023. The board will hold an executive session for confidential and legal advice, then make a determination and recommendation on the complaint. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a 2021 meeting.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono

URAD to adopt 2024 budget, approve contracts, fill vacancy

The Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono will hold a public hearing and vote on its 2024 budget, which projects $22.8 million in revenue and $25.7 million in expenditures, including $15.85 million for capital outlay in Plan Area II. The board will also consider resolutions to accept a new commissioner, amend an administrative services agreement with the city, approve a reimbursement agreement for capital projects, and hire audit and financial management firms.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

City Council

Community Day of the Dead dinner scheduled for November 1

The provided text is an announcement for a community event rather than a legislative meeting agenda. It details a Day of the Dead celebration featuring dinner, games, and prizes at the Community Center.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council to attend Annual Town/County Dinner

The Dacono City Council will attend the Annual Town/County Dinner on October 26, 2023. The event is scheduled for 6:00 pm at the Weld County Administration Building.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council to attend school district board meeting

Members of the Dacono City Council will attend the St. Vrain Valley School District Board of Education meeting on October 25, 2023.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

City Council

Dacono Council considers ADUs in agricultural zones and new construction traffic rules

The City Council will hold public hearings on allowing accessory dwelling units in the Agricultural Zone District and establishing new construction activity management rules. The agenda also includes several street paving contracts and updates to municipal court collection procedures.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 23-102, Extending the Deadline for Compliance with a Condition of Approval for Sweetgrass Filing No. 5 Subdivision. The vote was
3 yea
Cummings yea · Plain yea · Rogers yea
Tue Oct 17, 2023

City Council

City Council to discuss 2024 budget

The Dacono City Council will hold a study session regarding the 2024 budget. The discussion will be led by Interim City Manager Jennifer Krieger and Finance Director Kelly Stroh.

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Wed Oct 11, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council candidates forum scheduled for October 11

The agenda item describes a candidate forum and meet-and-greet event featuring city council candidates and faith community members. The event includes an open Q&A session.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

City Council and Planning Commission to hold joint study session

The City Council and Planning Commission will conduct a joint study session focused on quasi-judicial training. The session features a presentation by Sam Light, CIRSA General Counsel.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Council and Planning Commission joint training on quasi-judicial duties

The Dacono City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session focused on quasi-judicial training, presented by Sam Light, CIRSA General Counsel. The agenda contains only this training item and no other business.

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Mon Oct 9, 2023

City Council

Council to consider opposing Prop HH and hiring city manager recruiter

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings on adopting updated plumbing and electrical codes and granting a second extension for Mesa Ridge Filing 1 subdivision compliance. They will also consider resolutions to oppose Proposition HH, approve a professional services agreement with GovHR USA for city manager recruitment, and approve a contract with Cesco Linguistic Services for English-Spanish translation at meetings. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $618,717.26 and several other routine items. A study session on construction traffic, unpaid court fines, and animal control follows the regular meeting.

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Wed Oct 4, 2023

Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono

URAD to consider $6.5M fund transfer, 2024 budget, new commissioner

The Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono will consider several resolutions, including accepting a new commissioner, authorizing bank signatories, and transferring approximately $6.5 million in TIF funds to a Colotrust account. They will also review the draft 2024 budget and set a public hearing date, followed by an executive session on urban renewal negotiations.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

City Council

City Council to attend candidate forum hosted by chamber

This agenda item is a notice that Dacono City Council members may attend a candidate forum hosted by the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce. The forum is scheduled for Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at United Power's Carbon Valley Service Center in Longmont. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

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Thu Sep 28, 2023

City Council

Council members may attend Carbon Valley Chamber event

This agenda item is a notice that Dacono City Council members may attend the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce's State of the Region event on September 28, 2023. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the agenda is purely informational.

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Thu Sep 28, 2023

City Council

Council members may attend Highway 52 Coalition meeting

This agenda item is a notice that Dacono City Council members may attend the Highway 52 Coalition meeting on September 28, 2023. No decisions or discussions are listed for the City Council itself; the agenda is purely procedural.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

City Council

Dacono Council to consider allowing ADUs in agricultural zone

The Dacono City Council is meeting to consider several routine approvals and one significant ordinance change. The main item is Ordinance 950, which would amend the municipal code to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the Agricultural (A) zone district, on first reading. The consent agenda includes approvals for minutes, accounts payable, and several resolutions for expenditures, subdivision agreements, and a construction contract.

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Sat Sep 23, 2023

City Council

Council study session to set budget, CIP, and strategic priorities

The Dacono City Council is holding a study session to work on strategic direction and align Council and staff roles. Topics include the budget and Capital Improvement Plan, organizational issues, community outreach, city manager recruitment, municipal judge matters, land use and economic development, and policy priorities. This is a discussion and planning session, not a voting meeting.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

City Council

City Council interviews candidates for municipal judge

The Dacono City Council is holding a study session to interview candidates for the position of municipal judge. This is a discussion and selection process, not a final vote on any ordinance or budget item.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

City Council

Council interviews firms for nationwide city manager search

The Dacono City Council is holding a study session to interview public management consulting firms interested in conducting a nationwide recruitment for a city manager. This is a discussion and interview process, not a final hiring decision.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends allowing accessory dwelling units in Agriculture Zone

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended an ordinance to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the Agriculture (A) Zone District. The proposed units must be self-sufficient with separate entrances. Existing non-conforming ADUs would have until December 29th to reach compliance.

Mon Sep 11, 2023

City Council

Council to adopt 2021 plumbing and 2023 electrical codes

The Dacono City Council will consider adopting updated building codes on first reading, approve a $975,634.71 accounts payable list, and accept public improvements for Garage Unitz. The meeting also includes proclamations for Constitution Week and Hispanic Heritage Month, plus a study session on remote meeting policy, employee handbook, purchasing policy, and police compensation.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council approves $975,634.71 in accounts payable

City Council approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and two resolutions. The council also passed the first reading of an ordinance adopting updated plumbing and electrical codes.

Mon Aug 28, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on sending charter amendments and library district question to voters

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including referring charter amendments to the November 7, 2023 election. These amendments address city manager appointment, open government, and newly-elected officials. The council will also consider a resolution to place a ballot question on inclusion in the High Plains Library District. Additionally, the consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable and a change order for Glen Dale Street construction.

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✓ Decided: Council approves several City Charter amendments for November election ballot

City Council approved three ordinances to amend the City Charter and one resolution regarding the High Plains Library District, all to be submitted for voter approval on November 7, 2023. The council also approved a service plan for the Pinnacle Farms Metropolitan District and a construction change order for Glen Dale Street.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ordinance to a vote of the registered Electors at the November 7, 2023 Regular Election, on Second Reading. The vote was
4 yea
Crespo yea · Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea
ordinance to a vote of the registered electors at the November 7, 2023 Regular Election, on Second Reading with the following changes: Section 1-6(a) will add verbiage to require that initial…
4 yea
Crespo yea · Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea
ordinance to a vote of the registered electors at the November 7, 2023 Regular Election, on Second Reading. The vote was
4 yea
Crespo yea · Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea
Mon Aug 21, 2023

City Council

Council to review city manager recruitment firm proposals

The Dacono City Council is holding a study session to review responses to a request for proposals (RFP) for a city manager recruitment firm and select firms to interview. They will also discuss city council security and the Carbon Valley Veteran's Wall of Honor.

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Mon Aug 14, 2023

City Council

Council to consider rezoning for Daisy Subdivision and charter amendments

The Dacono City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning for the proposed Daisy Subdivision and consider several charter amendments to be placed on the November 2023 ballot. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including accounts payable, a dust control contract, an assistive listening device purchase, and a water master plan amendment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Daisy Subdivision rezoning and proposes City Charter amendments

City Council approved the rezoning of property for the proposed Daisy Subdivision and a memorandum of understanding with the High Plains Library District. Council also passed first readings for several City Charter amendments to be voted on by electors on November 7, 2023. Additionally, the Council voted that Councilmembers Wittman and Long violated multiple Council Rules of Procedure.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance to a Vote of the Registered Electors at the November 7, 2023 Regular Election, on First Reading. The vote was
10 yea
Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea · Wittman yea · Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea · Wittman yea
Ordinance 947, with this item being brought back as a code amendment. The vote was
5 yea
Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea · Wittman yea
Tue Aug 1, 2023

City Council

City Council attends National Night Out picnic and movie

This agenda is a notice that Dacono City Council members will attend the National Night Out Community Picnic & Movie in the Park at Clem DuFour Park. No formal business or decisions are scheduled for this event.

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Wed Jul 26, 2023

City Council

Council work session on ethics and liability for elected officials

The Dacono City Council is holding a work session on ethics, liability, and best practices for elected officials, presented by Tami Tanoue, CIRSA Executive Director. This is a discussion and training session, not a decision-making meeting.

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Mon Jul 24, 2023

City Council

Council to consider Daisy subdivision rezoning and preliminary plat

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning property for the proposed Daisy subdivision and approving its preliminary plat and development plan. They will also consider the 2022 audit, several contracts including a water tower rehabilitation agreement, and discuss potential charter amendments for the November election.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Daisy Subdivision rezoning and industrial use for Holmes Solutions

City Council approved a rezoning and development plan for the Daisy Planned Unit Development and granted industrial use for Holmes Solutions. The council also approved several professional service agreements and the 2022 audit.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

City Council

Council members to attend Summer Splash event at park

This agenda is purely procedural: it notifies that members of the Dacono City Council will attend the Summer Splash event on July 11, 2023, at Clem DuFour Park. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

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Tue Jul 11, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to weigh industrial use at speedway and Daisy PUD rezoning

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two resolutions: one recommending approval of an industrial use for Holmes Solutions at the Colorado National Speedway, and another recommending approval of rezoning, preliminary plat, and preliminary development for the Daisy PUD. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting and hear citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval for Daisy PUD and Holmes Solutions industrial use

The Planning Commission recommended approval for the Daisy Planned Unit Development rezoning and preliminary plans. It also recommended approval for industrial use by Holmes Solutions at the Colorado National Speedway.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve PC Resolution 23-06, a Resolution Recommending Approval of Rezoning, Preliminary P lat and Preliminary Development for Certain Property Known as the Proposed Daisy Planned Unit…
4 yea
Kettering yea · Owens yea · Westbrook yea · Plain yea
Mon Jul 10, 2023

Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono

URAD to review 2022 audit showing $7.1M net position improvement

The Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono will meet to appoint a chairperson, approve the February 1, 2023 meeting minutes, and receive a presentation of the 2022 audit from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. The audit shows the Authority's net position improved by $7,129,523 in 2022, though it remains negative at -$7,120,952. The Authority must acknowledge receipt of the audit by July 31, 2023.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

City Council

Council to approve city attorney contract, interim city manager agreement

The Dacono City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including approving a contract for city attorney services with Kelly PC and an employment agreement with Jennifer Krieger as interim city manager. The council will also vote on consent agenda items, including accounts payable of $363,168.18 and various contracts and agreements. A presentation from United Power on annual capital credits is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council appoints interim city manager and new city attorney

City Council approved an employment agreement for Jennifer Krieger as Interim City Manager and a contract for Kelly PC as City Attorney. The council also adopted an updated Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and approved several infrastructure and service resolutions via a consent agenda.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 23-64, approving a Contract for City Attorney with Kelly PC. The vote was
4 yea
Crespo yea · Rogers yea · Cummings yea · Plain yea
Wed Jul 5, 2023

Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono

URAD to review 2022 audit showing $7.1M net position improvement

The Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono will hold a remote work session to approve the February 1, 2023 meeting minutes and receive a presentation of the 2022 audit from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. The audit, completed by Wipfli LLP, shows the Authority's net position improved by $7,129,523 to a deficit of $7,120,952, primarily due to a bond principal payment. The Authority must acknowledge receipt of the audit by July 31, 2023.

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Sun Jun 25, 2023

City Council

Council attends annual CML conference in Aurora

This agenda item states that Dacono City Council members will attend the Annual Colorado Municipal League (CML) Conference from June 25–28, 2023, at the Gaylord of the Rockies in Aurora. No other business or decisions are listed for this meeting.

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Thu Jun 22, 2023

City Council

Council attends CDOT Region 4 planning meeting

This agenda item is a notice that Dacono City Council members may attend a CDOT Region 4 planning meeting (4P Meeting) for Weld County. The meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2023, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the SW Weld Admin Building in Longmont. No decisions or discussions by the council are listed.

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Mon Jun 12, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on energy code adoption and construction contracts

The Dacono City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on adopting the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, and will consider several resolutions including construction contracts for Glen Dale Street and an ice slicer storage shed, plus a representation agreement. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and accounts payable.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $908,000 contract for Glen Dale Street construction

City Council approved several construction and engineering agreements, including a contract for Glen Dale Street and a storage shed. The council also adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code and approved over $562,000 in accounts payable.

Mon May 15, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on RV parking permit and June building fee cut

The Dacono City Council is meeting to consider three items: a special use permit for temporary RV parking tied to an IMI Motorsports event, a resolution to reduce certain residential building permit fees during June 2023, and the cancellation of the May 22 regular council meeting. The public hearing and approval of the RV parking permit is the main action item.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves temporary RV parking for IMI Motorsports

The City Council approved a Special Use Permit for temporary RV parking related to IMI Motorsports events. Council also approved a temporary reduction in residential building permit fees for June 2023 and cancelled the May 22 regular meeting.

Wed May 10, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss and appoint interim city attorney

The Dacono City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and appoint an interim city attorney. The agenda includes a draft independent contractor agreement with Richard E. Samson as interim city attorney, assisted by Matthew Gould and Payton Buhler, with compensation at $250/hour for non-development work and $300/hour for development work. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: City Council appoints Rick Samson as interim city attorney

City Council voted to appoint Rick Samson of Samson Law Firm, PC as the city attorney. Following the vote, Mr. Samson declined the position because the appointment was not unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to appoint Rick Samson as the city attorney
4 yea
Long yea · Wittman yea · Turini yea · Thomas yea
Tue May 9, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of temporary RV parking for IMI Motorsports

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit for temporary RV parking related to an event permit for IMI Motorsports. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 28, 2023, meeting.

Mon May 8, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on allowing backyard chickens, adopting energy code

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances to permit backyard chicken hens and to adopt the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code. They will also consider resolutions approving a special counsel agreement, a chipseal pavement maintenance contract, and a budget amendment. Several proclamations and the consent agenda, including accounts payable of $439,521.75, are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council permits backyard chicken hens

City Council approved an ordinance allowing backyard chicken hens and adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code on first reading. The council also authorized a pavement maintenance contract and hired special counsel to investigate alleged violations of council rules.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 942, amending Chapter 7 of the Dacono Municipal Code to Permit Backyard Chicken Hens within the City, on 2nd Reading. The vote was unanimous with Mayor Morehead declaring the motion…
4 yea
Wittman yea · Turini yea · Thomas yea · Long yea
Wed Apr 26, 2023

City Council

Dacono Council to discuss housing bills, county road projects with Weld BOCC

This is a quarterly joint call between the Dacono City Council and the Weld County Board of Commissioners (BOCC), covering legislative housing bills (Prop 123, HB 1304, SB 213), county road projects, transportation updates, and municipal updates. The agenda is a discussion list with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.

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Mon Apr 24, 2023

City Council

Council to approve final plat for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings and consider approvals for a final plat and development plan for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing, an amended service plan for Mesa Ridge Metropolitan District, and an ordinance on municipal court changes. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, accounts payable of $84,946.17, and agreements for pavement maintenance, fiber optic internet, and prosecution services. The council will also consider contracts for ADA door improvements, backyard chicken regulations, and several items related to the June 27, 2023 recall election.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council approves ADA upgrades and recall election spending

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including ADA-compliant doorway installations and a subdivision development plan. The council also authorized legal and equipment spending for a June 27, 2023, recall election. The meeting adjourned early due to a lack of quorum.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 23-44, approving a Legal Services Agreement for Special Counsel in connection with the June 27, 2023 Recall Election
2 yea
Crespo yea · Plain yea
Resolution 23-45, approving a Rental Agreement in the Amount of $8,452.00 with Election Systems and Software for Election Equipment Rental in connection with the June 27, 2023 Recall Election
2 yea
Plain yea · Crespo yea
Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on mayor's veto, approve $433K in payments, and hear subdivision plats

The Dacono City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including accounts payable of $433,374.34 and several contracts for the 2023 Music and Spirits Festival, ADA upgrades, and professional services. The council will also hold public hearings on a final plat for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing (continued to April 24) and time extensions for Vivid II, Sweetgrass Filing 5, and Mesa Ridge Filing 1. Additionally, they will vote on overriding the mayor's veto of Resolution 23-28 and consider first reading of Ordinance 941 amending the municipal code regarding the municipal court.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council upholds appointment of Interim City Attorney after Mayor's veto

City Council voted to override the Mayor's veto of Resolution 23-28, confirming the appointment of Scott Oliver as Interim City Attorney. The council also approved several subdivision deadline extensions and a first reading of an ordinance amending the Municipal Court code.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 23-39, extending the Deadline for Compliance with a Condition of Approval for Sweetgrass Filing 5 Subdivision
5 yea
Turini yea · Thomas yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea · Wittman yea
ordinance or resolution, notwithstanding the Mayor’s objections, be passed?”. Council discussion ensued. The vote was
2 yea
Wittman yea · Thomas yea
Wed Apr 5, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council orders recall election and appoints new City Attorney

City Council approved a mail ballot recall election for June 27, 2023, and hired election consulting services. The Council also appointed Scott Oliver as City Attorney.

Thu Mar 30, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council schedules special meeting to interview interim city attorney candidate

The City Council declined to enter an executive session regarding personnel appointments. Council members instead scheduled a special meeting for April 5 to interview a candidate for the interim city attorney position.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] § 24-6-402(4)(e), specifically concerning the potential appointments of an Interim City Manager and Interim City Attorney
2 yea
Crespo yea · Plain yea
Tue Mar 28, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Final plat and development plan for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing up for vote

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution recommending approval of the final plat and final development plan for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing, which is a replat of Lot 1, Block 1 of Sharpe Subdivision First Filing. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from the February 14, 2023 meeting, and time for citizen comments and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Final Plat and Final Development Plan for the Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing. The decision followed a public hearing where residents discussed traffic, parking, and requests for additional exits.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve PC 23-03 a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Final Plat and the Final Development Plan for Sharpe Subdivision Fifth Filing, a Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Sharpe Subdivision First…
4 yea
Clark yea · Martinez yea · Owens yea · Plain yea
Mon Mar 20, 2023

City Council

Council to draft interim city manager job requirements

The Dacono City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss, research, and draft the position requirements for the interim city manager job posting. No other business will be conducted, as the agenda is limited to this single item.

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✓ Decided: Council agrees to executive session to discuss interim city manager

City Council discussed job requirements and recruitment options for an Interim City Manager. The Mayor requested that the RFP for a search firm be sent to council members. Council agreed to hold an executive session to discuss a current employee's willingness to serve as interim manager and to review submitted resumes.

Mon Mar 13, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning for church, ban on vehicle sales, water rate study

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: one to rezone property in the Dacono Gateway Centre Subdivision for Northern Ridge Baptist Church, and another to prohibit motorized vehicle, boat, equipment, or RV sales in all zone districts while adding use standards for motor vehicle service facilities. The council will also consider a professional services agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for a water rate analysis. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $323,847.43 and several contracts related to the Dacono Music & Spirits Festival, as well as other routine items.

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✓ Decided: Council prohibits motorized vehicle sales and approves water rate analysis

City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting the sale, rental, or consignment of motorized vehicles and boats in all zone districts. The council also approved a professional services agreement for water rate analysis and several contracts for the Dacono Music & Spirits Festival. A rezoning request for the Dacono Gateway Centre Subdivision failed to pass.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 939, rezoning Certain Property located within the Dacono Gateway Centre Subdivision, on Second Reading
3 yea
Thomas yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea
Wed Mar 8, 2023

City Council

Council to hold executive session on interim City Manager appointment

This is a special meeting with only one substantive item: an executive session to discuss personnel matters, legal advice, and negotiation strategy regarding the potential appointment of an interim City Manager. No other business will be transacted, per the City's Home Rule Charter. The public portion consists of roll call, pledge, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: City Council denies motion to enter executive session

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the potential appointment of an interim City Manager. A motion to enter executive session for this purpose was denied.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] § 24-6-402(4)(e), specifically concerning the potential appointment of an interim City Manager
2 yea
Crespo yea · Plain yea
Mon Feb 27, 2023

City Council

Council to consider rezoning for church, vehicle sales ban, land-use rules

The Dacono City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and several land-use items. They will vote on a rezoning and site plan for Northern Ridge Baptist Church, consider a ban on motorized vehicle and RV sales in all zones, and amend rules for inactive land-use applications and public notice requirements. The agenda also includes consent items like meeting minutes, accounts payable of $269,103.96, and agreements for festival sponsorship and a CDBG grant for Glen Dale Street.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council approves church site plan and updates land use codes

City Council approved a rezoning and site plan for Northern Ridge Baptist Church and passed two ordinances updating the municipal code regarding land use and vehicle sales. The meeting included extensive public comment regarding the termination of former City Manager AJ Euckert.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 940, amending Chapter 16 of the Dacono Municipal Code Concerning Prohibiting Motorized Vehicle, Boat, Equipment, or Recreational Vehicle Sales, Rental or Consignment in all Zone Districts…
4 yea · 1 nay
Turini yea · Thomas yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea · Wittman nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 23, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council discussed process for appointing interim and full-time city managers

The City Council discussed the process for hiring an interim city manager and a permanent full-time city manager. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Rezoning for church and ban on vehicle sales on agenda

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a resolution recommending approval of a rezoning and site plan for Northern Ridge Baptist Church, and an amendment to the municipal code to prohibit motorized vehicle, boat, equipment, or RV sales, rental, or consignment in all zone districts, while adding use standards for motor vehicle service facilities. The meeting is in person only.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning and site plan for Northern Ridge Baptist Church

The Commission approved a rezoning request and site plan for Northern Ridge Baptist Church. It also recommended an amendment to the municipal code regarding vehicle sales and service facilities to the City Council.

Mon Feb 13, 2023

City Council

Council to adopt I-25 Sub-Area Master Plan, amend land use rules

The Dacono City Council will hold public hearings on adopting the I-25 Sub-Area Master Plan as an amendment to the 2017 Comprehensive Plan and on first reading of Ordinance 937, which changes land use application withdrawal, inactive application, and public notice rules. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including approval of accounts payable totaling $435,519.78 and agreements for pavement assessment and lighting controls.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council terminates City Manager's employment

City Council voted to terminate the employment of the City Manager effective immediately. The council also adopted the I-25 Sub-Area Master Plan and approved several infrastructure contracts. A resolution regarding a transportation grant for the Town of Erie was tabled indefinitely.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 937, amending Chapters 16 and 17 of the Dacono Municipal Code concerning withdrawal of Land Use Applications, Inactive Lane Use Applications, and Public Notice Requirements for Land Use…
5 yea
Turini yea · Thomas yea · Long yea · Plain yea · Crespo yea
[context] The vote was
4 yea
Long yea · Wittman yea · Turini yea · Thomas yea
Fri Feb 3, 2023

City Council

Council members invited to community center open house

This agenda item is a notice that Dacono City Council members may attend an open house for The Glens of Dacono Coalition Community Center on February 3, 2023. No formal decisions or discussions are listed; the agenda is purely informational and procedural.

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Wed Feb 1, 2023

Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono

URAD to approve new commissioners, audit contract, and budget amendment

The Urban Renewal Authority of Dacono will consider three resolutions: accepting new commissioners (Lori Saine and Rick Gerk), approving a $6,000 audit engagement with Wipfli LLP, and amending the FY2022 budget. They will also discuss a sanitary sewer lift station and receive a training presentation on urban renewal basics.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on amending Dacono's 2017 Comprehensive Plan

The Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to adopt an amendment to the city's 2017 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes appointing a vice chairperson and approving minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends amendment to 2017 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission recommended the adoption of an amendment to the City of Dacono’s 2017 Comprehensive Plan. The commission also elected a new Vice Chairperson. The approved plan amendment is a conceptual long-range policy document.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on fence permit ordinance and board appointments

The Dacono City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading vote on Ordinance 938, which would add a new section to the municipal code requiring fence permits. The council will also make appointments to boards, authorities, and commissions, and appoint chairpersons. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and accounts payable.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council approves new fence permit requirements

City Council approved Ordinance 938 to establish fence permit requirements and appointed members to several city boards and commissions. The council also approved over $121,000 in accounts payable.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 938, Amending Chapter 16 of the Dacono Municipal Code to add a New Section Concerning Fence Permit Requirements, on Second Reading. The vote was
4 yea
Crespo yea · Wittman yea · Turini yea · Plain yea
Sat Jan 21, 2023

City Council

Dacono City Council members to attend Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce Casino Night

The agenda lists a single item: Dacono City Council members will attend the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce Casino Night. The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. It will be held at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center at 701 Fifth St, Frederick, CO 80530. No other decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

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Thu Jan 19, 2023

City Council

City Council interviews applicants for boards and committees

The Dacono City Council is meeting to conduct applicant interviews for various boards and committees. This is a procedural meeting focused on filling volunteer positions.

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Tue Jan 10, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Dacono Planning and Zoning Commission meeting cancelled

The January 10, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting in Dacono, CO, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and reports, with no substantive business scheduled.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $1.25M payables, engineering contracts, fee schedule

The Dacono City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving accounts payable of $1,248,537.39, several resolutions for professional engineering services (Kimley-Horn for Grandview Blvd, Lamp Rynearson for Glen Dale and York Streets), a new fee schedule, and a retirement services provider change. They will also hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend land use application withdrawal and notice rules, and another to add fence permit requirements. A presentation on the I-25 Corridor Subarea Plan is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Dacono City Council approves fence permit requirements and engineering contracts

City Council approved several professional engineering agreements for street design and updated the municipal code to include fence permit requirements. A proposed ordinance regarding land use applications was denied. Council also appointed representatives to various commissions and boards.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Ordinance 938, Amending Chapter 16 of the Dacono Municipal Code to add a New Section Concerning Fence Permit Requirements, on First Reading. The vote was
5 yea
Crespo yea · Wittman yea · Turini yea · Thomas yea · Plain yea