Colorado Springs public meetings in 2024

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The City of Colorado Springs will hold hearings to consider six applications for new liquor licenses, including retail stores, taverns, and a hotel and restaurant. The meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2024, at the Municipal Court Building.

• H Mart Springs Corp: New Retail Liquor Store License at 1872 Democracy Point
• Global Lounge OP COS LLC: New Tavern Liquor License at 7770 Milton E Proby Parkway
• Pikes Peak Post 4051 VFW: New Tavern Liquor License at 6523 N Academy Boulevard
• Old West Bar and Grill: New Tavern Liquor License at 525 S Circle Drive
• 92 Colorado Inc: New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 4431 Centennial Boulevard

The hearing officer approved six new liquor license applications, forwarding them to the Colorado Department of Revenue for final action. All applications were approved without discussion or opposition. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:48 a.m.

• Approved H Mart retail liquor store license at 1872 Democracy Point
• Approved Global Lounge OP tavern license at 7770 Milton E Proby Parkway
• Approved Pikes Peak Post 4051 VFW tavern license at 6523 N Academy Boulevard
• Approved Old West Bar and Grill tavern license at 525 S Circle Drive
• Approved Spark by Hilton beer and wine license at 7245 Commerce Center Drive
• Approved 92 Chicken hotel and restaurant liquor license at 4431 Centennial Boulevard

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several conditional use requests for car washes, residential units, and a school. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding accessory dwelling units and multiple annexations for the Karman Line area.

• Conditional Use for Club Car Wash at 2651 North Gate Boulevard
• Conditional Use for car wash at 1705 N Academy Blvd.
• Non-Use Variance for Dutch Bros Coffee at 1802 E Platte Avenue and 307 N Union Boulevard
• Conditional Use for single-family detached units near Chelton Road and Hancock Expressway
• Conditional Use for a school at 4330 Mark Dabling Boulevard

The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council of an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with modifications limiting it to one ADU per single-family residence, allowing primary units under 1,500 square feet to have an ADU up to 1,500 square feet, and adjusting height rules for detached ADUs. The Commission also recommended approval of the Karman Line annexation, a large master-planned development, and approved a conditional use permit for a private school.

• Recommended ADU ordinance to City Council with modifications (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use for Trace Church/University School at 4330 Mark Dabling Blvd (7-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 1 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 2 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 3 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 4 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 5 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)
• Recommended Karman Line Addition No. 6 annexation to City Council (4-3-1)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several economic development agreements and a proposed 2025 fee schedule for drainage, bridges, and detention ponds. The agenda also includes multiple annexation petitions and zoning map amendments for various local properties.

• Economic Development Agreements for Project Phoenix, Project All Natural, Project Diamond, and Project Thunder
• 2025 Drainage Basin, Bridge, Detention Pond Facility, and Land Fees
• $107,500.00 land exchange for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project
• Annexation petitions for Karman Line Addition No. 1-6 and Peach Ranch Addition No. 1
• Rezoning of 2.1 acres at 1860 Office Club Point and 10.181 acres at 6855 Campus Drive

The City Council approved a package of resolutions for the OneVeLa urban renewal project in Southwest Downtown, including a substantial modification to the urban renewal plan, approval of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan, and a cooperation agreement with the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority to finance public improvements via sales tax increment revenue. The council also passed an ordinance regulating natural medicine (psilocybin) land uses, maintaining a one-mile spacing requirement after an amendment to allow exceptions near hospitals failed. Numerous consent calendar items were approved, including economic development agreements, annexation referrals, and a land exchange for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project.

• Approved Southwest Downtown Urban Renewal Plan modification (7-2)
• Approved OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan (7-2)
• Approved OneVeLa Cooperation Agreement with TIF financing (7-2)
• Passed natural medicine ordinance with one-mile spacing requirement (6-3)
• Rejected amendment to allow healing centers near hospitals (3-6)
• Adopted 5 economic development agreements (consent)
• Approved land exchange and $107,500 payment for Park Vista drainage (consent)
• Referred Karman Line and Peach Ranch annexation petitions for review (consent)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider ordinances on e-bikes, sitting/lying in commercial districts, and carrying firearms in government buildings. They will also review updates to park land dedication fees and criteria, and discuss a downtown transit center real estate acquisition in closed session.

• Ordinance regulating electrical assisted bicycles on trails
• Ordinance prohibiting sitting or lying in commercial districts
• Ordinance banning firearms in government buildings
• Resolution updating park land dedication fees in lieu of land
• Closed executive session on downtown transit center real estate acquisition

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They reviewed an ordinance to define e-bike classes and allow Class 1 and 2 e-bikes on trails, with a first reading expected in February 2025. They also discussed updates to park land dedication fees, an expansion of the sitting/lying in commercial districts ordinance, and a new ordinance on firearms in government buildings. The council approved the previous meeting minutes and later entered a closed executive session to discuss a downtown transit center real estate acquisition.

• Approved November 25, 2024 work session minutes (consensus)
• Reviewed e-bike ordinance; first reading expected February 2025
• Discussed park land dedication fee schedule update
• Discussed expansion of sitting/lying in commercial districts ordinance
• Discussed firearms in government buildings ordinance
• Held closed executive session on downtown transit center real estate

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will discuss an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code regarding accessory dwelling units. The body is also reviewing several annexations and a land use plan for the Karman Line area northwest of Bradley Road and Curtis Road.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Unified Development Code related to accessory dwelling units
• Six Karman Line annexations totaling approximately 1,900 acres northwest of Bradley Road and Curtis Road
• Establishment of a 1,912.62-acre Karman Line Land Use Plan
• Conditional use requests for car washes at 2651 North Gate Boulevard and 1705 N Academy Blvd
• Conditional use for a school at 4330 Mark Dabling Boulevard

Historic Preservation Board

This meeting is largely procedural, covering approval of November minutes and a consent calendar. The board will hear presentations on the Saving Places Conference, a Historic Resource Survey Plan update, and a Historic COS workshop series. No rezonings, contracts, or ordinance changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Presentation: Saving Places Conference by Jennifer Orrigo Charles
• Presentation: Historic Resource Survey Plan Update
• Presentation: Historic COS Workshop Series

The Historic Preservation Board met to discuss upcoming projects and educational initiatives. No formal votes or substantive legislative actions were taken during this session.

• No formal actions or votes recorded

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent calendar including an ordinance waiving rights of first refusal for affordable housing under HB24-1175, the 2025 salary structure, and the 2024 tax levy at 3.554 mills. They will also hear first presentations on new fee schedules for development reviews and land applications, the 2025 mail ballot election plan, and an annexation petition for Southern Colorado Rail Park. Public hearings include a rezoning of 40.20 acres at Powers/Interquest to MX-M and the Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan. New business includes zoning amendments for natural medicine dispensaries.

• Ordinance waiving rights of first refusal on multifamily rental properties for affordable housing (HB24-1175)
• 2024 tax levy set at 3.554 mills with a temporary credit for business personal property
• Annexation and rezoning of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 multi-family high
• Rezoning of 40.20 acres at Powers and Interquest to MX-M and adoption of Kettle Creek Center land use plan
• Adoption of 2025 budget ordinance appropriating funds for city operations

Colorado Springs City Council approved the 2025 annual budget and adopted land-use regulations for natural medicine (psilocybin) businesses, setting a one-mile setback for healing centers from schools. Council also passed a rezoning for 40.2 acres at North Powers Boulevard and Interquest Parkway to mixed-use, along with the Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan. Most items passed on the consent calendar by 8-0 votes, with Councilmember Henjum excused from several votes.

• Approved 2025 Annual Budget and appropriation ordinance (8-0-1, Donelson voted no)
• Approved natural medicine land-use ordinance on first reading, keeping one-mile healing center setback (6-3)
• Failed amendment to reduce healing center setback from one mile to 1,000 feet (3-6)
• Failed second amendment to reduce setback to 1,000 feet (3-6)
• Approved rezoning 40.2 acres at N. Powers Blvd & Interquest Pkwy from Agricultural to Mixed-Use Medium (8-0-1)
• Approved Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan for the same 40.2 acres (8-0-1)
• Passed consent calendar including 2025 salary structure, 2024 tax levy, and two annexation ordinances (8-0-1)
• Approved three mayoral appointments to the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board (8-0-1 each)

City Council Work Session

City Council is introducing several economic development agreements and proposed fee schedules for 2025. The body will also discuss a land exchange for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project and a rural transportation agreement.

• Economic Development Agreements for Project Phoenix, Project All Natural, Project Diamond, and Project Thunder
• Proposed 2025 Drainage Basin Fees, Bridge Fees, and Detention Pond Facility and Land Fees
• Payment of $107,500.00 for land and easements for the Park Vista Drainage Improvement Project
• Intergovernmental Agreement regarding the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority
• Informational presentations on natural medicine and the Pikes Peak Library District

The City Council work session was informational only; no formal votes were taken. Council heard a detailed briefing on the Pikes Peak Library District's decision to close the Rockrimmon branch, with extensive Q&A, and also received presentations on natural medicine regulation, Keep Colorado Springs Beautiful, and several proposed economic development agreements. The council approved the previous meeting minutes and later moved into a closed executive session to discuss hiring a City Auditor.

• Approved November 12, 2024 Work Session minutes by consensus
• Held closed executive session to discuss City Auditor hiring process (two-thirds consent)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Colorado Springs Liquor and Beer License Hearings body will conduct public hearings on three new applications for liquor and beer licenses. Items include a hotel and restaurant liquor license, a beer and wine license, and a tavern liquor license. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against approval.

• Pho Express Number 1, LLC seeks Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 5697 Barnes Road, Suite 110 (N-085516)
• CSprings Spa, LLC d/b/a Woodhouse Spa seeks Beer and Wine License at 1885 Briargate Parkway, Suite 515 (N-0857574)
• Aqua Nightclub, LLC d/b/a Aqua Nightclub seeks Tavern Liquor License at 1055 N Academy Boulevard (N-0857653)

Hearing Officer Berns held a meeting on November 15, 2024, and approved three new alcohol license applications. All approved applications were forwarded to the Liquor Enforcement Division of the Colorado Department of Revenue for action.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Pho Express Number 1 at 5697 Barnes Road, Suite 110
• Approved Beer and Wine license for Woodhouse Spa - Colorado Springs at 1885 Briargate Parkway, Suite 515
• Approved Tavern Liquor License for Aqua Nightclub at 1055 N Academy Boulevard

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land annexations and zoning changes, including the Rock Creek Mesa and Cheyenne Mountain State Park areas. The body will also discuss updates to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance and associated fee schedules.

• Annexation of 53.84 acres for Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1
• Annexation of Rock Creek Mesa Additions No. 1-6 totaling 50.61 acres
• Zone change for 10.181 acres at 6855 Campus Road to allow 65-foot building height
• Non-use variance for a 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road
• Ordinance and resolution to update Park Land Dedication acreage and fee schedules

The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council for the Rock Creek Mesa and Cheyenne Mountain State Park annexation, which includes seven annexations totaling about 109 acres, new zone districts, and a land use plan for residential and park uses. The commission also recommended approval of the Crest at Woodmen zone change and land use plan modification, allowing a 65-foot maximum building height on a portion of the property. A non-use variance for a 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road was denied. The commission also recommended approval of the Park Land Dedication Ordinance updates and the Natural Medicine land use regulations, with a condition to change the one-mile buffer to 1,000 feet.

• Recommended approval of Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 Annexation (53.84 acres) (7-2)
• Recommended approval of Rock Creek Mesa Additions No. 1-6 Annexations (totaling 55.02 acres) (7-2 each)
• Recommended approval of zone establishments for R-Flex-Med and PK districts for annexed areas (7-2 each)
• Recommended approval of Rock Creek Mesa and Cheyenne Mountain State Park Land Use Plan (7-2)
• Recommended approval of Crest at Woodmen zone change to allow 65-foot max building height (6-3)
• Recommended approval of Crest at Woodmen Land Use Plan Major Modification (6-3)
• Denied non-use variance for 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road (5-4)
• Recommended approval of Natural Medicine UDC ordinance with condition to change buffer to 1,000 feet (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider introducing an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code to regulate Natural Medicine, likely tied to Initiative 58. They will also discuss new fee schedules for development permits, review a mail ballot plan for the 2025 election, and decide whether to hold a closed executive session to discuss strategy for four sales and use tax rebate economic development agreements (Projects All Natural Phoenix Thunder and Diamond).

• Closed executive session: discussion of strategy for four sales and use tax rebate economic development incentives (Projects All Natural Phoenix Thunder and Diamond)
• Introduction of resolution (24-625) rescinding Resolution 136-19 and establishing new fees for Development Review Enterprise building permit applications
• Introduction of resolution (24-626) rescinding Resolution 77-23 and establishing new fees for land development applications
• Introduction of ordinance (24-652) amending Unified Development Code sections on allowed uses, use-specific standards, parking, and definitions pertaining to Natural Medicine
• Presentation of the April 1, 2025 General Municipal Election Mail Ballot plan

The City Council approved the minutes from the October 21, 2024 work session by consensus. They also voted to hold a closed executive session to discuss strategy for four sales and use tax rebate-related economic development and incentive agreements. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included presentations from UCHealth and Children's Hospital Colorado, and introductions of future agenda items on building fees, land development fees, natural medicine zoning, and the 2025 mail ballot plan.

• Approved Oct. 21, 2024 work session minutes (consensus)
• Held closed executive session on tax rebate incentive agreements (two-thirds vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the 2025 budgets for Colorado Springs Utilities and the Downtown Development Authority, along with related financial resolutions and a new ordinance regarding multifamily housing.

• Ordinance 24-98: Includes property in Creekwalk Marketplace BID
• Ordinance 24-99: Excludes property from Creekwalk Marketplace BID
• Ordinance 24-96: Approves CSU 2025 budget
• Ordinance 24-97: Approves CSU 2025 sources of funds
• Ordinance 24-100: Amends zoning map for Cit

The City Council approved the 2025 annual budget and appropriations on first reading, along with new water, wastewater, electric, and natural gas rates for Colorado Springs Utilities. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included the 2025 Colorado Springs Utilities budget, several district budgets and mill levies, and various other resolutions and ordinances. A proposed amendment to transfer $200,000 from the Reserve Fund to support the Rockrimmon Library failed for lack of a second.

• Approved 2025 annual budget and appropriations on first reading (7-1)
• Approved 2025 water, wastewater, electric, and natural gas rate resolutions (8-0 each)
• Approved consent calendar including 2025 CSU budget, DDA budget, and various resolutions (8-0)
• Approved 2025 salary structure for civilian and sworn municipal employees on first reading (8-0)
• Certified 2024 tax levy at 3.554 mills for taxes payable in 2025 on first reading (8-0)
• Approved Neagle-Dutcher Family Addition annexation and R-5 zone district on first reading (8-0)
• Approved appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (7-0, 1 recused)
• Amendment to fund Rockrimmon Library with $200,000 failed for lack of a second

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Colorado Springs Planning Commission will review and potentially advance an ordinance amending the city code to permit natural medicine uses, along with several annexations, zone changes, and a park land dedication fee update. The commission is also considering a non-use variance for a retaining wall in a hillside overlay and major modifications to the Crest at Woodmen development.

• Ordinance amending the Unified Development Code to allow natural medicine businesses (Item 8.P)
• Annexation of 53.84 acres for Cheyenne Mountain State Park Addition No. 1 and six Rock Creek Mesa additions totaling 104.45 acres (Items 8.B–8.L)
• Park Land Dedication Ordinance update with new acreage and fee schedule (Items 8.M–8.O)
• Non-use variance to allow a 9-foot retaining wall at 1220 Eagle Rock Road where 4 feet is permitted (Item 8.A)
• Zone change and major modification at 6855 Campus Road allowing a 65-foot building height (Items 5.B–5.C)

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider a conditional use application to convert an existing mixed‑use building at 123 and 127 East Las Animas Street into a residential childcare facility. The proposal also seeks a warrant to count on‑street parking toward required parking standards and a minor improvement plan that adds new stairs, a small outdoor recreation area, and reconfigured parking within FBZ‑T1. The board will discuss and decide on the combined use, parking, and improvement requests.

• Conditional use to convert mixed‑use building at 123 & 127 East Las Animas St to a residential childcare facility
• Warrant to count on‑street parking toward parking standards
• Minor improvement plan: new stairs, outdoor recreation area, and reconfigured parking in FBZ‑T1

The Downtown Review Board approved a conditional use permit and improvement plan to convert a mixed-use building into a residential childcare facility. The project includes an emergency youth shelter for up to eight youth. The board also approved the minutes from the September 3, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use, Warrant, and Minor Improvement Plan for 123 and 127 East Las Animas Residential Childcare Facility (9-0)
• Approved September 3, 2024, meeting minutes (8-0-1)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider and approve the minutes from its October 7, 2024 meeting. It will review items on the consent calendar and any unfinished business. The board will present the 2025 Historic Preservation Board Work Plan, an update on the Saving Places Conference, and an annual ethics training presentation.

• Approve October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review consent calendar items
• Discuss unfinished business
• Present 2025 Historic Preservation Board Work Plan
• Provide Saving Places Conference update and annual ethics training

The board approved the October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1, with one recusal). It also heard a presentation on the 2025 work plan, with a proposal expected in December, and received annual ethics training. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1, Potter recused)

City Council Work Session

The Colorado Springs City Council work session will consider a series of resolutions fixing mill levies for several Special Improvement Maintenance Districts. It will also consider an ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 23-63 and adopting the 2025 salary structure for civilian and sworn municipal employees. A tax levy ordinance setting a 3.554‑mill levy for 2025, with a 4.279‑mill general operating levy and a 0.725‑mill temporary credit, will be reviewed. Finally, the council will adopt the Annual Appropriation Ordinance that sets the city budget for the year ending December 31, 2025.

• Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Briargate SIMD at 0.00 mills (Item 2.A, 24-347)
• Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Colorado Avenue Gateway SIMD at 1.009 mills (Item 2.B, 24-348)
• Resolution fixing the 2024 mill levy for Nor’wood SIMD at 3.935 mills (Item 2.C, 24-349)
• Ordinance repealing No. 23-63 and adopting the 2025 salary structure for city employees (Item 2.H, 24-610)
• Annual Appropriation Ordinance adopting the 2025 budget and appropriating funds (Item 2.J, 24-326)

City Council Work Session

City Council is holding a work session to review the Mayor's proposed 2025 City Budget. Chief Financial Officer Charae McDaniel will present the budget details.

• Review of the Mayor's 2025 City Budget (Item 24-552)

City Council

City Council will hold a public hearing regarding electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater rates for Colorado Springs Utilities. The body is also considering the 2025 Utilities annual budget and a $1,788,249,623 appropriation of annual sources of funds.

• Public hearing on electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater rates
• Proposed $1,788,249,623 appropriation for Colorado Springs Utilities annual sources of funds for 2025
• 2025 Operating Plan and Budget approvals for 18 different Business Improvement Districts
• Ordinance No. 24-91 and 24-92 regarding property inclusion and exclusion for Gold Hill North BID
• Ordinance No. 24-93 prescribing the salary of the City Attorney

City Council approved a $65 million bond issuance for the Creekwalk Marketplace Business Improvement District, along with boundary changes and its 2025 operating plan. Council also approved the 2025 Colorado Springs Utilities rate case and budget, confirmed Kevin Walker as Planning Director, and adopted the Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan. A motion to postpone the Interquest North BID budget failed, and it was approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved $65M Creekwalk Marketplace BID bond issuance (9-0)
• Approved 2025 CSU rate case and $1.788B budget (9-0)
• Confirmed Kevin Walker as Planning Director (9-0)
• Adopted Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan (8-1)
• Approved 2025 budgets for 20+ Business Improvement Districts (9-0)
• Approved Park Vista Addition No. 10 annexation and R-5 zoning (9-0)
• Approved Allison Valley Metro Districts mill levy increase to 20 mills (9-0)
• Postponement of Interquest North BID budget failed (2-7)

City Council Work Session

City Council is discussing several 2025 budget resolutions and tax levies for local improvement districts. The session includes a proposal to increase drainage fees for the Mesa Basin and Sand Creek Basin and a recommendation from the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission.

• Proposed increase to 2024 Mesa Basin and Sand Creek Basin drainage fees
• 2025 budget and 5.000 mill levy for Downtown Development Authority
• 2025 budget and 4.409 mill levy for Briargate General Improvement District 2021
• 2025 budget and 50.00 mill levy for Marketplace at Austin Bluffs General Improvement District
• Acquisition of real property and temporary easement for Marksheffel Road - North Carefree to Dublin Project

The City Council work session covered multiple items, including the Downtown Development Authority's annual report and proposed 2025 budget, a resolution to increase Mesa and Sand Creek Basin drainage fees, and an ordinance to waive rights of first refusal under HB 24-1175. No formal votes were taken; items were presented for discussion and future action.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2024 work session by consensus
• Removed item 4B.L from October 22, 2024 consent calendar by consensus
• Agreed to request presentation from El Paso County Sheriff's Office on mental health, addiction, homelessness
• Did not agree to request for Pikes Peak Library Board presentation
• Discussed DDA 2025 budget and mill levy resolutions (no vote)
• Discussed drainage fee increase to $25,349/acre (Sand Creek) and $53,850/acre (Mesa)
• Discussed ordinance to waive rights of first refusal under HB 24-1175 (no vote)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a Town Hall for public comment on the Mayor’s proposed 2025 City Budget. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for residents to voice opinions on the budget proposal.

• Item 2: Public comment on Mayor’s proposed 2025 City Budget (24-551)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Colorado Springs City Council will hear several liquor and beer license applications. Items include a modification of an existing hotel and restaurant liquor license for Good Company Restaurant & Bar and new applications for hotel/restaurant liquor licenses, a beer and wine license, and a brew pub license at various city locations. The board will decide whether to approve, deny, or postpone each application.

• Modification of premises for Good Company Restaurant & Bar (Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License) at 7625-7633 N Union Boulevard (M-0728421)
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Gaia Masala & Burger at 12 S Tejon Street (N-0857109)
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Hotel Polaris at 8989 North Gate Boulevard (N-0857535)
• New Beer and Wine License for Spark by Hilton at 7245 Commerce Center Drive (N-0856759)
• New Brew Pub License for Mash Mechanix Brewing at 429-431 E Pikes Peak Avenue (N-0856929)

The Liquor and Beer License Hearings on October 18, 2024, approved four new or modified liquor licenses and forwarded them to the state Liquor Enforcement Division. One application for a Beer and Wine License was postponed to the December 20, 2024 hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved modification of premises for Good Company Restaurant & Bar at 7625-7633 N Union Boulevard
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Gaia Masala & Burger at 12 S Tejon Street
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Hotel Polaris at 8989 North Gate Boulevard
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for KO Chicken at 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 100
• Approved new Brew Pub License for Mash Mechanix Brewing at 429-431 E Pikes Peak Avenue
• Postponed Beer and Wine License application for Spark by Hilton at 7245 Commerce Center Drive to December 20, 2024

City Planning Commission

The Colorado Springs City Planning Commission will review several land‑use requests, including a conditional use for a school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive and a use variance for King's Ohana Pet Hotel to expand at 856 Arcturus Dr. It will also consider non‑use variances for garage size and height at 5202 Rocking R Drive, and a major zone change converting 40.20 acres from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale at the intersection of New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway as part of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan.

• Conditional use for Society of Classical Christian Education school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive (BP zone)
• Use variance to allow King's Ohana Pet Hotel to expand up to 10,000 sq ft at 856 Arcturus Dr (MX-M zone)
• Non‑use variance to increase garage size to 3,141 sq ft at 5202 Rocking R Drive
• Zone change of 40.20 acres from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale at New Life Drive & Interquest Parkway (OneVeLa Urban Renewal)
• Establishment of the Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan for the same 40.20‑acre site

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan to City Council, finding it consistent with PlanCOS, the city's comprehensive plan. The commission also recommended a rezoning and land use plan for the Jovenchi-Kettle Creek Center commercial project, and recommended annexation of the Summit View Addition No. 1, though it voted against the associated land use plan. Two non-use variances for Front Range BBQ were approved unanimously.

• Recommended approval of OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan to City Council (6-3)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 40.20 acres at Powers Blvd and Interquest Pkwy/Highway 83 from Agricultural to Mixed-Use Medium Scale (7-2)
• Recommended approval of Kettle Creek Center Land Use Plan for commercial uses (6-3)
• Recommended approval of Summit View Addition No. 1 annexation of 32 acres (8-1)
• Recommended approval of R-Flex-Med/AP-O zoning for Summit View Addition No. 1 (5-4)
• Summit View Development Land Use Plan failed to recommend approval (3-6)
• Approved non-use variance for Front Range BBQ to allow 4 off-street parking stalls where 26 required (9-0)
• Approved non-use variance for Front Range BBQ to allow 8-foot front setback where 20 feet required (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the use of possession, use, and eminent domain to acquire property needed for the Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements Project. Additional items include resolutions for I‑25 ramp easements, Gold Hill BID bond issuance, and several recognitions and annexation ordinances. The meeting also features new business on Waterview North Metropolitan District boundaries and a public hearing schedule for the Austin Bluffs General Improvement District budget.

• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements
• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for easements for I‑25 Ramps/Nevada Tejon Corridor Improvements
• Resolution approving tax‑supported and special revenue bonds for Gold Hill North Business Improvement District
• Resolution adopting annexation of Park Vista Addition No. 10 (4372 Siferd Blvd)
• Resolution setting public hearing date (Nov 12, 2024) for Austin Bluffs GID 2025 budget

The City Council adopted the Lodgers and Automobile Rental Tax (LART) Citizen Advisory Committee's recommended expenditures for the 2025 budget, allocating approximately $2.2 million among 87 applicants. The vote was 5-2, with one recusal and one excused absence. The council also approved consent calendar items including resolutions for eminent domain, district boundary changes, and a city attorney salary ordinance.

• Adopted LART 2025 funding recommendations (5-2-1-1)
• Approved consent calendar including eminent domain resolutions for Park Vista and I-25 projects (8-0-1-0)
• Approved Gold Hill North BID boundary inclusions/exclusions and bond issuance (8-0-1-0)
• Approved city attorney salary ordinance on first reading (8-0-1-0)
• Approved Waterview North Metropolitan District inclusion resolution (8-0-1-0)
• Approved Park Vista Addition No. 10 annexation, zoning, and plat (8-0-1-0)
• Denied use variance for medical marijuana cultivation facility at 3758 Astrozon Blvd (4-4-1-0)
• Set Nov 12, 2024 public hearing for GID budgets (8-0-1-0)

City Council Work Session

The Colorado Springs City Council will discuss and introduce resolutions to approve the 2025 operating plans and budgets for 15 business improvement districts (BIDs). The meeting will also include legislative actions on property inclusions/exclusions for the Creekwalk Marketplace BID, a debt limit increase for public improvements, and a mill levy adjustment for Allison Valley Metropolitan Districts. Additionally, the council will consider urban renewal plans and cooperation agreements for the Bristow-Lowell project.

• Approve 2025 operating plans and budgets for Barnes & Powers North, Barnes & Powers South, Briargate Center, Catalyst Campus, First and Main, First and Main No. 2, First and Main North, Gold Hill North, Greater Downtown, GSF, Interquest North, Interquest South, Interquest Town Center, MW Retail, Park Union, and Powers & Woodmen Commercial BIDs
• Consider ordinance to include/exclude properties from Creekwalk Marketplace BID boundaries
• Amend Creekwalk Marketplace BID service plan to raise preauthorized debt limit to $65,000,000 for public improvements
• Approve mill levy increase from 10.0 to 20.0 mills for Allison Valley Metropolitan Districts No. 1 & No. 2
• Adopt Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan and cooperation agreement for redevelopment financing

The City Council work session reviewed proposed 2025 operating plans and budgets for the Downtown Development Authority and 18 Business Improvement Districts, with no formal votes taken. Council also heard presentations on the Creekwalk Marketplace BID boundary changes and debt limit increase, the Allison Valley Metropolitan Districts mill levy increase, and the Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan. Informational annexation checkpoints were presented for the Karman Line and Rock Creek Mesa proposals. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made.

• Approved September 23, 2024 work session minutes by consensus
• Reviewed 2025 DDA budget and 18 BID operating plans (no vote)
• Heard Creekwalk Marketplace BID boundary changes and debt limit increase to $65M (no vote)
• Heard Allison Valley Metropolitan Districts mill levy increase from 10.0 to 20.0 mills (no vote)
• Heard Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan and Cooperation Agreement (no vote)
• Heard Karman Line annexation checkpoint presentation (informational)
• Heard Rock Creek Mesa annexation checkpoint presentation (informational)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a consent calendar item requesting approval for a new north‑side window and an eastern‑facing door on the primary structure at 1317 North Tejon Street. The board will also review unfinished business, discuss a historic resource survey plan, the 2025 work program, and a bridge rehabilitation project. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, minutes approval, and public comment periods.

• Consent calendar approval for window and door alteration at 1317 N Tejon St (HIST‑24‑0014)
• Discussion of Historic Resource Survey Plan
• Discussion of HPB 2025 Work Program
• Discussion of Cache La Poudre 5H Mesa Rd Bridge Rehabilitation Project

The Historic Preservation Board approved a Report of Acceptability for a new north side window and eastern facing door at 1317 North Tejon Street. The board also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2024, meeting and heard presentations regarding the Historic Resource Survey Plan, the 2025 Work Program, and the Cache Le Poudre Bridge Rehabilitation Project.

• Approved minutes for the September 9, 2024, Historic Preservation Board Meeting (4-0)
• Approved Report of Acceptability for 1317 N Tejon St. North-Side Window and East Door Project (5-0)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Colorado Springs Planning Commission will review several land use items, including conditional uses, variances, annexations, and a major zone change. A key agenda item is a proposed rezoning of 40.20 acres at New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway from Agricultural to Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale as part of the OneVeLa Urban Renewal Plan. The commission will also consider a school conditional use, a pet hotel expansion, and garage variances. Decisions will be made on these quasi‑judicial and legislative proposals.

• Conditional use for Society of Classical Christian Education elementary/secondary school on 14.73 acres at 10285 Federal Drive
• Use variance to expand King's Ohana Pet Hotel and Spa up to 10,000 sq ft at 856 Arcturus Dr
• Non‑use variance for 3,141 sq ft garage at 5202 Rocking R Drive (standard 1,650 sq ft)
• Zone change of 40.20 acres at New Life Drive and Interquest Parkway from A (Agricultural) to MX‑M (Mixed‑Use Medium‑Scale)
• Annexation and land‑use plan for Summit View Addition No. 1, 32 acres northeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & Templeton Gap Rd

City Council

City Council will consider updates to utility gas and electric cost adjustment rates effective October 1, 2024. The body will also discuss amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding marijuana-related services and review service plans for two metropolitan districts.

• Ordinance No. 24-88 to certify delinquent stormwater fees to the El Paso County Treasurer
• Review of draft proposed Gas and Electric Cost Adjustment Rates effective October 1, 2024
• Ordinance No. 24-90 amending City Code Section 7.3.303.F regarding Marijuana-Related Services
• Service Plan for the Ovation Metropolitan District (60.28 acres south of Powers and Interquest Boulevard)
• Resolution reaffirming the city will remain a Non-Sanctuary City

The Council finally passed Ordinance 24-90, adding a one-mile separation requirement between retail recreational marijuana sales and daycare centers, schools, and drug rehabilitation centers (7-2). It also adopted Resolution 120-24 reaffirming Colorado Springs as a non-sanctuary city, amended to call on the governor and legislature to reverse certain state laws (7-2). Both items drew opposition from some members and citizens.

• Finally passed Ordinance 24-90 requiring one-mile separation for marijuana retail from daycare/schools/rehab centers (7-2)
• Adopted Resolution 120-24 reaffirming non-sanctuary city status, amended to call for reversing HB 19-1124 and HB 23-1100 (7-2)
• Approved Gas Cost Adjustment rates effective Oct 1, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved Electric Cost Adjustment rates effective Oct 1, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved amended service plan for Rock Metropolitan District (9-0)
• Approved service plan for Ovation Metropolitan District (7-2)
• Adopted resolutions recognizing Police Appreciation Month, Creek Week, and Arts Month (9-0 each)
• Approved consent calendar including stormwater fee certification and TOPS ordinance amendment (8-0-1)

City Council Work Session

The council will consider a series of legislative actions, including ordinances and resolutions affecting the Gold Hill and Waterview North districts, a bond issuance for the Gold Hill Business Improvement District, and eminent‑domain authorizations for the Park Vista drainage project and I‑25 ramp improvements. It will also review cost‑adjustment rate proposals for gas and electric service and adopt a resolution endorsing recommendations from the Lodgers and Automobile Rental Tax advisory committee for the 2025 budget. Presentations on the economic impacts of the Urban Renewal Area and on lithium‑ion battery safety will be provided for information.

• Ordinance adding property to Gold Hill North Business Improvement District (8.D)
• Ordinance removing property from Gold Hill North Business Improvement District (8.E)
• Resolution authorizing tax‑supported and special revenue bonds for Gold Hill North BID (8.F)
• Resolution authorizing eminent‑domain for Park Vista Drainage Channel Improvements (8.I)
• Resolution authorizing eminent‑domain for I‑25 Ramps/Nevada Tejon Corridor Improvements (8.J)

The City Council work session approved the minutes from September 9, 2024, and discussed several items for introduction at the next regular meeting. The most substantive action was the introduction of a resolution accepting LART Citizen Advisory Committee recommendations for 2025 expenditures, totaling $10,687,000, with adjustments to specific events. No final votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2024 Work Session by consensus
• Introduced LART 2025 budget resolution with $10,687,000 total, adjusting allocations for US Senior Open, Olympic Hall of Fame, Fallen Firefighters Memorial, and Pikes Peak Pride Festival
• Introduced Gas Cost Adjustment and Electric Cost Adjustment rate resolutions effective October 1, 2024
• Introduced ordinances to include/exclude property in Gold Hill North BID and approve bond issuance
• Introduced resolution to include property in Waterview North Metropolitan Districts
• Introduced resolution approving Third Amended IGA for PPRTA projects
• Introduced resolutions authorizing eminent domain for Park Vista Drainage and I-25 Ramps/Nevada Tejon projects
• Consensus to move forward only with recommendation 3 on non-sanctuary resolution (calling on Governor/legislature to reverse sanctuary state laws)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The city is holding hearings to consider new liquor and beer license applications for six different businesses. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against the approval of these specific applications.

• PizzAmore: Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard
• The Cavern Mens Barber Lounge: Beer and Wine License at 4750 Centennial Boulevard, Suite 101
• The Boil Daddy: Beer and Wine License at 5996 Stetson Hills Boulevard
• Spark by Hilton: Beer and Wine License at 7245 Commerce Center Drive
• KO Chicken: Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 100

The hearing officer approved four new liquor license applications and forwarded them to the state Liquor Enforcement Division. Two applications were postponed to the October 18, 2024 hearing. No applications were denied.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for PizzAmore at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd
• Approved Beer and Wine License for The Cavern Mens Barber Lounge at 4750 Centennial Blvd, Suite 101
• Approved Beer and Wine License for The Boil Daddy at 5996 Stetson Hills Blvd
• Approved Beer and Wine License for Sarap! at 3743 Bloomington Street
• Postponed Beer and Wine License for Spark by Hilton at 7245 Commerce Center Drive to Oct 18, 2024
• Postponed Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for KO Chicken at 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 100 to Oct 18, 2024

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a consent calendar of several non‑use variances and conditional uses, including setbacks at 1722 Woodburn St and an auto‑repair use near Centennial Blvd. It will also discuss legislative items such as the Bristow‑Lowell Urban Renewal Plan, the PTAA Addition No. 1 annexation of 14.12 acres, the creation of a new MX‑M/AP‑O zone, a charter‑school land‑use plan, and a medical‑marijuana cultivation use variance. These items involve changes to zoning, land‑use designations, and development standards within the city.

• Non‑use variance for a 1‑ft rear‑yard setback at 1722 Woodburn St
• Conditional use to allow auto and light‑vehicle repair near Centennial Blvd and Grand Market Point
• Development standards adjustment for a 22‑ft‑6‑in front setback at 2338 N. El Paso St
• Conditional use for an animal‑care facility (20,800 sf) at 1516 Dustry Dr
• PTAA Addition No. 1 annexation of 14.12 acres southeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & North Marksheffel Rd

The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council for the Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan, which would allow redevelopment of 5.75 acres near downtown with up to 400 housing units. The Commission also recommended approval for the PTAA Charter School annexation and related zoning, and approved a use variance for a medical marijuana cultivation facility. All consent calendar items were approved.

• Recommended approval of Bristow-Lowell Urban Renewal Plan (9-0)
• Recommended approval of PTAA Addition No. 1 annexation, 14.12 acres (9-0)
• Recommended approval of MX-M/AP-O zone establishment for PTAA (9-0)
• Recommended approval of PTAA Charter School Land Use Plan (9-0)
• Recommended approval of medical marijuana cultivation use variance at 3758 Astrozon Blvd (7-2)
• Approved consent calendar including variances, conditional uses, and development standards adjustment (9-0)
• Approved minutes for August 14 and August 28 meetings (8-0-1 and 7-0-2)

City Council

The City Council will act on approving a public hearing date for Colorado Springs Utilities rate changes and an ordinance amending marijuana-related services in the city code. The meeting also includes approving an intergovernmental agreement for a highway access control plan.

• Public hearing date for utility rate changes
• Ordinance amending marijuana-related services
• Intergovernmental agreement for SH 83 access control
• Approval of stormwater fee delinquency certification
• Approval of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services ordinance

City Council approved on first reading an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code to require a one-mile separation between retail recreational marijuana sales and certain uses, despite Planning Commission's recommendation to deny. The vote was 7-2, with Councilmembers Avila and Henjum dissenting. Council also approved several consent calendar items, including certifying delinquent stormwater fees and setting a public hearing date for utility rate changes. A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement for a roadway access control plan on SH 83 was adopted unanimously.

• Approved ordinance amending UDC Section 7.3.303.F (marijuana-related services) on first reading (7-2)
• Approved consent calendar including stormwater fee certification ordinance and utility rate hearing date (9-0)
• Adopted resolution for SH 83 roadway access control plan IGA with El Paso County and CDOT (9-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring September 11, 2024 as Day of Remembrance (9-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Constitution Week (9-0)
• Adopted resolution celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (9-0)
• Approved appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (9-0)

City Council Work Session

City Council will hear the Mayor's State of the City Address and a mid-year report from the Cultural Affairs Office of the Pikes Peak Region. The body will also introduce ordinances and resolutions regarding the Gold Hill North Business Improvement District and the Rock Metropolitan District.

• Authorization for Gold Hill North Business Improvement District to issue $18,110,000 in General Obligation Bonds and $2,996,000 in Subordinate Bonds
• Ordinances to include and exclude specific properties from the Gold Hill North Business Improvement District boundaries
• Resolution approving an Amended and Restated Service Plan for the Rock Metropolitan District
• Informational presentations on proposed annexations for Summit View Addition No. 1 and PTAA Addition No. 1
• Mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update from COPPeR

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They agreed to postpone three Gold Hill North Business Improvement District items (inclusion, exclusion, and bond issuance) to the September 23 work session. They also heard informational presentations on the Rock Metropolitan District service plan amendment and two proposed annexations (Summit View and PTAA), and received a mid-year update from COPPeR on Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax funds.

• Postponed Gold Hill North BID inclusion ordinance to Sept. 23 (consensus)
• Postponed Gold Hill North BID exclusion ordinance to Sept. 23 (consensus)
• Postponed Gold Hill North BID bond issuance ($18.11M Series 2024A, $2.996M Series 2024B) to Sept. 23 (consensus)
• Approved Aug. 26, 2024 work session minutes (consensus)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review reports of acceptability for two property modifications. The board will also receive updates on the Historic Resource Survey Plan and the 2025 Saving Places Conference.

• Report of Acceptability for a new gas fire pit at 1515 North Cascade Avenue
• Report of Acceptability for residence and ADU renovation at 1809 North Tejon Street
• Historic Resource Survey Plan Update by Tatanka Historical Associates
• Presentation on 2025 Saving Places Conference by Colorado Preservation, Inc.

The board approved the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes and the consent calendar, which included two quasi-judicial reports of acceptability for a gas fire pit at 1515 North Cascade Avenue and renovations at 1809 North Tejon Street. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals; other items were procedural or informational.

• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including fire pit at 1515 N. Cascade Ave. and renovation at 1809 N. Tejon St. (5-0)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will consider several land‑use actions, including a 14.12‑acre annexation southeast of Stetson Hills Boulevard and North Marksheffel Road (PTAA Addition No. 1). The agenda also contains multiple variances and conditional uses for properties on Woodburn Street, 1516 Dustry Drive, and 2338 North El Paso Street, as well as a zoning map amendment for a new mixed‑use district linked to the annexation. Items are presented as quasi‑judicial decisions or legislative actions.

• Annexation of 14.12 acres (PTAA Addition No. 1) southeast of Stetson Hills Blvd & N. Marksheffel Rd (ANEX‑23‑0027)
• Non‑use variance for a 1‑ft rear yard setback at 1722 Woodburn St (NVAR‑24‑0006)
• Conditional use for an automobile repair shop (0.62 acres) near Centennial Blvd & Grand Market Point (CUDP‑24‑0013)
• Development standards adjustment for a 22‑ft‑6 in front setback at 2338 N. El Paso St (DVSA‑24‑0003)
• Use variance for a 2.4‑acre medical marijuana cultivation facility at 3758 Astrozon Blvd (UVAR‑24‑0002)

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will hold a second public hearing on a fence and plaza improvement project for the Penrose Library campus at 20 N. Cascade Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the July 2, 2024 meeting and hear a staff report from the Urban Planning Manager.

• FBZ warrant and minor improvement plan for 8-foot fence at Penrose Library campus (20 N. Cascade Avenue)
• Second public hearing for the fence project (FBZN-24-0005)
• Approval of minutes from the July 2, 2024 Downtown Review Board meeting

The Downtown Review Board approved a revised plan to install a 7-foot fence around the Penrose Library campus at 20 N. Cascade Avenue. The approval requires specific technical modifications regarding landscaping and fence materials. The board also approved the minutes from the July 2, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Penrose Library fencing application with technical modifications (6-1)
• Approved July 2, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Planning Commission

The Colorado Springs City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code (UDC) regarding marijuana-related services. The commission will also review communications from the Interim Planning Director and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Amendment to City Code Section 7.3.303.F (Marijuana-Related Services) under UDC 7.3.303
• Draft ordinance referred to City Council with CAO approval
• UDC 7.5.702 text changes proposed

The Planning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend denial to City Council of an ordinance that would require retail marijuana stores to be at least one mile apart. The recommendation is based on findings that the amendment does not comply with City Code Section 7.5.702. The vote was 6-1, with Commissioner Robbins dissenting.

• Recommended denial of UDC Code Amendment 7.3.303.F (marijuana-related services) to City Council (6-1)

City Council

City Council is discussing several items to be placed on the November 5, 2024, ballot, including a charter amendment to prohibit retail marijuana and a proposal to create the Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority. The body is also reviewing service plans for new districts and a land-use variance.

• Ordinance 24-86: Charter amendment to prohibit retail marijuana establishments
• Ordinance 24-87: Creation of Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority with a tax mill levy not to exceed five mills
• Use variance for light industrial use at 2732 W. Colorado Ave
• Service plan for Ovation Metropolitan District (60.28 acres south of Powers and Interquest Boulevard)
• Service plan for Percheron Park and Recreation District in Banning Lewis Ranch

City Council voted 7-2 to place a charter amendment banning retail marijuana establishments on the November 5, 2024 ballot, and separately voted 7-2 to refer a citizen-initiated ordinance that would repeal the prohibition and regulate retail marijuana to the same ballot. Council also approved the Ovation Metropolitan District service plan, a use variance for a light industrial use, and the Percheron Park and Recreation District service plan. The meeting included extensive citizen comments about noise from the Ford Amphitheater, with council members requesting additional sound mitigation.

• Approved charter amendment banning retail marijuana establishments for Nov. 5 ballot (7-2)
• Referred initiated ordinance to legalize and regulate retail marijuana to Nov. 5 ballot (7-2)
• Approved Ovation Metropolitan District service plan (consent, 9-0)
• Approved use variance for light industrial use at 2732 W. Colorado Ave. (consent, 9-0)
• Approved Percheron Park and Recreation District service plan (8-1)
• Approved Park Vista Addition No. 10 annexation hearing date of Oct. 8, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (9-0)
• Adopted resolutions recognizing National Service Dog Month and Suicide Prevention Month (9-0)

City Council Work Session

City Council is reviewing a resolution to place a ballot question on the November 5, 2024, election regarding the regulation of retail and recreational marijuana establishments. The session also includes updates on tourism taxes and construction careers.

• Ballot question resolution for the regulation of retail/recreational marijuana establishments
• Ordinance to certify delinquent stormwater fees to the El Paso County Treasurer
• Ordinance amending the Trails, Open Space and Parks Program (Article 6, Chapter 4)
• Visit COS 2024 mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update
• Careers in Construction Colorado update

City Council verified that a citizen-initiated ordinance for the authorization of recreational marijuana met the required signature threshold. The Council must now decide by September 6, 2024, whether to adopt the ordinance or refer it to the ballot. Additionally, Council reached a consensus to authorize the City to defend an employee in a civil action.

• Approved August 12, 2024 Work Session minutes (Consensus)
• Certified Petition IO 2024-001 for recreational marijuana as sufficient (28,268 verified signatures)
• Authorized City to represent employee in Stephanie Hunter v. David Dibler et al. (Consensus)
• Approved Closed Executive Session to receive legal advice on City rental facility code changes (2/3 majority)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The city is conducting hearings to consider the approval of five new liquor license applications. Interested parties may appear to speak for or against these specific applications.

• Solution Tavern: new Tavern Liquor License at 3352 Templeton Gap Road
• PizzAmore: new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard
• Chica's Sports Bar & Grill: new Tavern Liquor License at 3750 Astrozon Boulevard, Suites 120 & 130
• The Boil Daddy: new Beer and Wine License at 5996 Stetson Hills Boulevard
• Owambe African Restaurant & Lounge: new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License at 10 N Sierra Madre Street

The Liquor and Beer License Hearings on August 16, 2024, approved three new liquor licenses and postponed two others. Approved applications were forwarded to the Colorado Department of Revenue's Liquor Enforcement Division. The meeting was called to order at 9:12 a.m. and adjourned at 9:52 a.m.

• Approved Johnson Peplau, Ltd. d/b/a Solution Tavern tavern liquor license at 3352 Templeton Gap Road
• Postponed Ducas, LLC d/b/a PizzAmore hotel and restaurant liquor license at 236 E Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard to September 20, 2024
• Approved Paradise, Inc d/b/a Chica's Sports Bar & Grill tavern liquor license at 3750 Astrozon Boulevard, Suites 120 & 130
• Postponed S & C Poudel, Inc d/b/a The Boil Daddy beer and wine license at 5996 Stetson Hills Boulevard to September 20, 2024
• Approved Owambe, Ltd. d/b/a Owambe African Restaurant & Lounge hotel and restaurant liquor license at 10 N Sierra Madre Street

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several land-use variances, a short-term rental appeal, and a property annexation. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code regarding marijuana-related services.

• Ordinance amending City Code Section 7.3.303.F regarding Marijuana-Related Services
• Annexation of 2.18 acres at 4372 Siferd Boulevard (Park Vista Addition No. 10)
• Appeal of short-term rental permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road
• Conditional use for animal care facility at 1516 Dustry Drive
• Conditional use for automotive repair at 822 West Colorado Avenue

The Planning Commission denied an appeal of a short-term rental permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road, affirming the administrative approval. It also approved a conditional use for a tire shop at 822 West Colorado Avenue but denied the associated variance. Two annexations were withdrawn, and several items were postponed or recommended for approval.

• Denied appeal of STR permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for tire shop at 822 W. Colorado Ave (5-3)
• Denied non-use variance for tire shop at 822 W. Colorado Ave (3-5)
• Withdrew Brass-Oliver Addition No. 1 annexation (7-0)
• Withdrew Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 annexation (7-0)
• Withdrew zone district for Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 (7-0)
• Postponed Humble Paws conditional use and variance to Sept 11 (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Park Vista Addition No. 10 annexation, zoning, and plat (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to extend the existing 0.57% temporary sales and use tax for road repairs and improvements for ten years, as presented by the Mayor and public works officials. Other items include an intergovernmental agreement with El Paso County and CDOT for a Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan on State Highway 83, annexation and zoning map changes for the Dublin Park Addition, and a charter amendment that would prohibit retail marijuana establishments. The council will also discuss the creation of the Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority, which proposes a mill‑levy of up to five mills to fund the district.

• Resolution to extend the 0.57% temporary sales tax for road repairs for ten years (10.A)
• Intergovernmental agreement for a Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan for SH 83 (Item 3)
• Ordinance 24‑60 annexing Dublin Park Addition No. 1, 2.06 acres (4A.A)
• Ordinance 24‑61 amending the zoning map for Dublin Park Addition to PK/SS‑O/AF‑O zone (4A.B)
• Charter amendment ordinance prohibiting retail marijuana establishments (10.B)

The City Council voted down the massive Amara annexation, which would have brought over 3,000 acres into the city, with a 4-5 vote on each of the 24 related ordinances. The Council also approved placing a 0.57% sales tax extension for road repairs on the November ballot, and approved a charter amendment banning retail marijuana for the same ballot. A proposal to create a Downtown Development Authority for Old Colorado City was also approved for the ballot.

• Amara annexation (24 ordinances) denied (4-5 each)
• 0.57% road repair sales tax extension placed on Nov. 5 ballot (9-0)
• Charter amendment banning retail marijuana placed on Nov. 5 ballot (8-1)
• Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority placed on Nov. 5 ballot (8-1)
• Tymm Hoffman appointment to LETAC denied (2-7)
• Johnathan Williams appointed as voting member to LETAC (9-0)
• 2024 private activity bond carryforward resolution adopted (9-0)
• SH 83 access control plan IGA postponed to Sept. 10 (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The Colorado Springs City Council will hold a work session to discuss and introduce resolutions approving service plans for the Ovation Metropolitan District and Percheron Park and Recreation District. The meeting will also include an intergovernmental agreement for the November 2024 coordinated election with El Paso County.

• Resolution approving service plan for Ovation Metropolitan District (60.28 acres south of Powers and Interquest Boulevard)
• Resolution approving service plan for Percheron Park and Recreation District in Banning Lewis Ranch
• Intergovernmental agreement with El Paso County Clerk for November 5, 2024 election coordination
• Presentation on Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC’s 2024 mid-year Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract update
• COS Creek Plan update and Family Friendly City initiative discussion

The City Council authorized the City to represent an officer in the Siron v. Wolfe lawsuit, as recommended by the Civil Action Investigation Committee. The council also approved the minutes from the July 22, 2024 work session and agreed to remove item 4B.B from the August 13 consent calendar. Several informational presentations were given, including updates on the Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax, the COS Creek Plan, early childhood initiatives, and the Pikes Peak Honor Bell, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Authorized City to defend officer in Siron v. Wolfe case (consensus)
• Approved July 22, 2024 work session minutes (consensus)
• Removed item 4B.B from August 13 consent calendar (consensus)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Colorado Springs City Planning Commission will hold an informal work session to discuss legislative items like annexations and zoning changes, as well as quasi-judicial items such as conditional use permits and variances for local businesses.

• Annexation of Park Vista Addition No. 10 (2.18 acres) at 4372 Siferd Boulevard
• Establishment of R-5 zone district for Park Vista Addition No. 10
• Conditional use permit for Humble Paws animal care facility at 1516 Dustry Drive
• Appeal of Short Term Rental permit for 6060 Briarcliff Road
• Conditional use permit for Colorado Ave Tire Sales at 822 West Colorado Avenue

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review two Reports of Acceptability for modifications to historic sites. The board will determine if proposed additions at two specific addresses meet preservation standards.

• Report of Acceptability for a rear deck addition at 2116 North Tejon Street
• Report of Acceptability for a roof mounted solar addition at 11 East Madison Street

The board approved the June 3, 2024 meeting minutes and the consent calendar, which included two Reports of Acceptability for a rear deck addition at 2116 North Tejon Street and a roof-mounted solar addition at 11 East Madison Street. Both motions passed 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including deck addition at 2116 N Tejon St and solar addition at 11 E Madison St (5-0)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 Liquor and Beer License Hearings will consider applications for new licenses and a change of location. These items were previously postponed from the July 19, 2024, meeting.

• Change of location for Opus Creative Industries from 221 E Kiowa Street to 1 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 110
• New Tavern Liquor License application for La Jugada at 2501 E Platte Avenue
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Los Volcanes Authentic Mexican Restaurant at 4767 Oro Blanco Drive
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Rock's 24 at 2810 E Fountain Boulevard
• New Tavern Liquor License application for Unity Bar & Grill at 1107 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 105

The hearing officer approved one change of location and six new liquor license applications. All approved applications were forwarded to the Colorado Department of Revenue for action.

• Approved location change for Community Cultural Collective of Colorado Springs to 1 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 110
• Approved new Tavern Liquor License for La Jugada at 2501 E Platte Avenue
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Los Volcanes Authentic Mexican Restaurant at 4767 Oro Blanco Drive
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Rock's 24 at 2810 E Fountain Boulevard
• Approved new Tavern Liquor License for Unity Bar & Grill at 1107 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 105
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Stompin' Groundz at 2050 Jet Wing Drive
• Approved new Beer and Wine License for Mountain Mikes Pizza at 123 Spectrum Loop, Suite 140

City Council

The council will consider Ordinance No. 24‑47 to issue up to $325 million in Series 2024a and $100 million in Series 2024b utility revenue bonds. It will also act on several annexation and zoning map amendment ordinances for parcels on Siferd Boulevard, Space Village Avenue, Air Lane, and the Colorado Centre area. Additionally, Ordinance No. 24‑46 will repeal the Sustainability Advisory Board ordinance.

• Ordinance 24‑47: authorize utility system revenue bonds up to $425 million
• Ordinance 24‑48: rezone 3.50 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Rd to mixed‑use medium scale
• Ordinance 24‑49: annex 0.66 acres at 4401 Siferd Blvd (Extol Park Vista Addition 2)
• Ordinance 24‑50: rezone 0.66 acres at 4401 Siferd Blvd to R5/AP‑O (multi‑family high)
• Ordinance 24‑56: annex 32.94 acres (Colorado Centre Addition 3) and create LI/AP‑O, GI/AP‑O, and MX‑M/AP‑O zones

The City Council approved the annexation of the Amara development, a 3,172.796-acre master-planned community near Squirrel Creek Road and Link Road, on first reading. The approval includes 23 separate annexation ordinances, a master plan, and an agricultural zoning district, all passed by a 6-3 vote. The project is expected to add about 9,000 homes and 25,000 residents at full buildout, with a minimum of 7% affordable housing units.

• Approved Amara Addition No. 1 annexation (0.644 acres) (6-3)
• Approved Amara Addition No. 11 annexation (145.176 acres) and annexation agreement (6-3)
• Approved Amara Addition No. 22 annexation (816.132 acres) and annexation agreement (6-3)
• Approved Amara Master Plan establishing land uses (6-3)
• Approved establishment of A (Agricultural) zoning district for Amara (6-3)
• Approved $325M utilities improvement and $100M refunding bonds (9-0)
• Dissolved Sustainability Advisory Board (9-0)
• Postponed SH 83 roadway access control plan to Aug. 13 (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The Colorado Springs City Council will review a resolution to carry forward 2024 private activity bonds for low- and middle-income housing, a proposed 10-year extension of the 0.57% sales tax for road repairs, and two ordinances related to recreational marijuana—one banning retail establishments and another amending land-use regulations. The meeting also includes presentations on housing affordability, wildfire mitigation, and a sports tourism tax update.

• Resolution to carry forward 2024 private activity bonds for multi-family housing (24-370)
• Proposed 10-year extension of 0.57% sales tax for road repairs (24-392)
• Ordinance to prohibit retail marijuana establishments (24-396)
• Ordinance amending recreational marijuana land-use regulations (24-397)
• Housing affordability report and sports tourism tax update (24-329, 24-400)

The City Council agreed to place a resolution on the November 5, 2024 ballot asking voters to extend the existing 0.57% temporary sales and use tax for road repairs for ten years. The Council also introduced a charter amendment to prohibit retail marijuana establishments and an ordinance to require a one-mile buffer for dispensaries, both for the November ballot. Additionally, the Council authorized the City to defend Officer Robert Comstock in a lawsuit and approved the July 8 work session minutes.

• Approved resolution to submit 0.57% road tax extension to voters (consensus)
• Introduced charter amendment prohibiting retail marijuana establishments (consensus)
• Introduced ordinance requiring one-mile buffer for recreational marijuana dispensaries (consensus)
• Authorized City to defend Officer Robert Comstock in lawsuit (consensus)
• Approved July 8, 2024 work session minutes (consensus)
• Removed item 4B.D from July 23 consent calendar, to be tabled (consensus)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The city is reviewing one application to change the location of an existing liquor license. The body is also hearing six applications for new tavern, hotel and restaurant, and beer and wine licenses.

• Change of location for Opus Creative Industries from 221 E Kiowa Street to 1 S Nevada Avenue, Suite 110
• New Tavern Liquor License application for La Jugada at 2501 E Platte Avenue
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Los Volcanes Authentic Mexican Restaurant at 4767 Oro Blanco Drive
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Rock's 24 at 2810 E Fountain Boulevard
• New Beer and Wine License application for Mountain Mikes Pizza at 123 Spectrum Loop, Suite 140

The July 19, 2024 Liquor and Beer License Hearings meeting was called to order and then adjourned after all scheduled hearings were postponed to August 2, 2024, because the Municipal Court was closed. No substantive decisions were made; all applications were rescheduled.

• Postponed Opus Creative Industries change of location hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed La Jugada tavern license hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed Los Volcanes restaurant license hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed Rock's 24 Pizzeria restaurant license hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed Unity Bar & Grill tavern license hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed Stompin' Groundz restaurant license hearing to 8/2/24
• Postponed Mountain Mikes Pizza beer and wine license hearing to 8/2/24

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use items including two annexations and two conditional use requests. The agenda includes rezoning for the Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 and the Neagle-Dutcher Family Addition.

• Annexation of 1.82 acres at 7830 Black Forest Road
• Conditional Use for a warehouse at 339 N. Academy Blvd.
• Conditional Use for personal or business services at 3230 E. Woodmen Road
• Annexation of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street
• Rezoning of 0.23 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 Multi-Family High

The Commission recommended that City Council approve the annexation of 1.01 acres and the establishment of an R-5 zone district at 4105 Date Street. Two other annexation and zoning items were postponed to August 14, 2024. The Consent Calendar, including two conditional use permits, was approved.

• Recommended approval to City Council for Neagle-Dutcher Family Addition annexation of 1.01 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for R-5 zone establishment of 0.23 acres at 4105 Date Street (7-0)
• Postponed Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 Annexation to August 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed establishment of MX-N/AP-O zone district for Brass-Oliver Addition No. 2 to August 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including conditional use for warehouse at 339 N. Academy Blvd and business services at 3230 E. Woodmen Road (7-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $875,000 supplemental appropriation for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension. The agenda also includes multiple annexation requests, economic development agreements, and large-scale utility system revenue bond ordinances.

• $875,000 supplemental appropriation for Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension
• Utility System Improvement Revenue Bonds not to exceed $325,000,000
• Utility System Refunding Revenue Bonds not to exceed $100,000,000
• Rezoning of 3.50 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road
• Annexation of Extol Park Vista Addition No. 2 at 4401 Siferd Boulevard

The City Council unanimously approved a $325 million utilities bond ordinance and dissolved the Sustainability Advisory Board. They annexed several properties, including the 32.94-acre Colorado Centre Addition No. 3, and approved the Arrowswest Apartments rezoning and development plan despite opposition. A separate rezoning for a CSU substation at Central Bluffs was also approved.

• Approved $325M utilities improvement bonds and $100M refunding bonds (9-0)
• Dissolved Sustainability Advisory Board via Ordinance 24-46 (9-0)
• Approved $875,000 supplemental appropriation for Red Rock Canyon Open Space (9-0)
• Annexed Colorado Centre Addition No. 3 (32.94 acres) and established industrial/mixed-use zones (9-0)
• Approved Arrowswest Apartments rezoning from Business Park to Mixed-Use (7-2)
• Approved Arrowswest Apartments Development Plan with 222 units (8-1)
• Approved Central Bluffs rezoning for CSU substation (8-0, 1 recused)
• Annexed Extol Park Vista Addition No. 2 and Air Lane/Space Village additions (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review several resolutions including proposed 2025 cemetery fees and a roadway access plan for SH 83. The session also includes a discussion on an intent to hold a special municipal election in November 2024.

• Resolution establishing 2025 Cemetery Fees and Charges
• Intergovernmental Agreement for the SH 83 Comprehensive Roadway Access Control Plan
• Quitclaim Deed acquisition for portions of Troy Hill Road from the Colorado Department of Transportation
• Resolution declaring intent to hold a Special Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
• Overview of the Office of the City Auditor

City Council approved the minutes from the June 24, 2024, work session as amended. The session primarily consisted of informational presentations and the introduction of several resolutions for future action.

• Approved June 24, 2024 Work Session minutes as amended (Consensus)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including two annexations and multiple zone changes. The session also includes a state legislation update and a housing affordability report.

• Annexation of 1.82 acres at 7830 Black Forest Road
• Conditional Use for a warehouse at 339 N. Academy Blvd.
• Conditional Use for personal or business services at 3230 E. Woodmen Road
• Annexation of 1.01 acres at 4105 Date Street
• Rezoning of 0.23 acres at 4105 Date Street to R-5 Multi-Family High

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider an unfinished business item regarding a proposed minor improvement plan. The proposal involves constructing a 7-foot high wrought iron style fence at 20 N. Cascade Avenue.

• FBZN-24-0005: Construction of a 7’ high wrought iron style fence at 20 N. Cascade Avenue

The Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting. A request for an FBZ Warrant and Minor Improvement Plan for fencing at the Penrose Library campus was postponed to September to allow the applicant time to revise the design.

• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed Penrose Library FBZ Warrant and Minor Improvement Plan for fencing to September 3, 2024 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider a resolution issuing a censure to Councilmember David Donelson for breach of decorum. The meeting also includes the ratification of councilmember assignments to various boards, commissions, and committees.

• Resolution issuing a censure to Councilmember David Donelson
• Ratification of Councilmember assignments to appointed boards, commissions, and committees
• Appointments to Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments Board of Directors
• Appointments to Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority Board of Directors

At a special meeting on July 2, 2024, Colorado Springs City Council adopted Resolution 60-24 censuring Councilmember David Donelson for breach of decorum, voting 6-2 with one excused. Council then ratified a revised list of councilmember liaisons and memberships on city boards, commissions and committees, and approved appointments to the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments and Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority boards, both by the same 6-2-1 margin. Councilmembers Donelson and Helms voted no on all three items; Councilmember O'Malley was excused. A motion by Donelson to allow public comment failed for lack of a second.

• Adopted Resolution 60-24 censuring Councilmember David Donelson for breach of decorum (6-2-1)
• Ratified councilmember liaisons and memberships on city boards, commissions and committees (6-2-1)
• Approved appointments to the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments and Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority boards of directors (6-2-1)
• Motion to allow one minute of citizen comment per person, up to one hour, failed for lack of a second

Historic Preservation Board

This agenda contains only standard procedural items. It lists routine actions like roll call, approval of previous minutes, and scheduled presentations. No specific rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are included in this document.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Saving Places Conference by Colorado Preservation, Inc.
• Presentation on the Valley-Hi Neighborhood
• Standard procedural items including roll call and consent calendar

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning amendments and land use plans for various developments. Additionally, the council will review a supplemental appropriation of $875,000 to acquire property for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension.

• Rezoning 4.825 acres southeast of South Union Boulevard and Airport Road for Dream Centers Commons
• Rezoning 7.04 acres southwest of State Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road for Reagan Ranch Industrial
• Rezoning 1.609 acres at 324 Beckers Lane to Mixed-Use Institutional
• $875,000 supplemental appropriation for Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension acquisition
• Public hearing for Printers Hill rezoning of 26.21 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard

City Council approved several zoning changes and land use plans, including a large-scale mixed-use project at 101 South Union Boulevard. The council also authorized the acquisition of open space and confirmed the appointment of a new Public Works Director. Two items regarding Arrowswest Apartments were postponed due to zoning uncertainty.

• Approved rezoning and land use plan for Union Printers Home at 101 South Union Boulevard (9-0)
• Approved 160-foot building height adjustment for 101 South Union Boulevard (9-0)
• Approved $875,000 for Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension acquisition (9-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Richard Mulledy as Public Works Director (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for Dream Centers Commons and Reagan Ranch Industrial (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 324 Beckers Lane (9-0)
• Approved vacation of public right-of-way at White Leaf Circle (9-0)
• Postponed Arrowswest Apartments rezoning and development plan to July 9, 2024 (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several items including the creation of a downtown development authority and potential building height limit changes. The session also includes discussions on economic development agreements and proposed annexation policy checkpoints.

• Proposed Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority and mill levy not to exceed five mills
• Economic Development Agreement for Project Sunscreen
• Economic Development Agreement for Project Lightspeed
• Resolution to increase the 2024 Mesa Drainage Basin Fee
• Ordinance to dissolve the Sustainability Advisory Board

The City Council authorized the City to defend a police officer in a civil lawsuit by consensus. Several economic development agreements and a drainage fee increase were introduced for discussion but not voted on. A resolution to put a 248-foot building height limit on the November ballot was discussed, but only one councilmember supported moving it to a regular meeting for a vote.

• Approved authorization to defend Officer Connor Wallick in Hansen v. Wallick lawsuit (Consensus)
• Approved June 10, 2024 Work Session minutes (Consensus)
• Introduced Economic Development Agreement for Project Sunscreen (No vote)
• Introduced Economic Development Agreement for Project Lightspeed (No vote)
• Introduced Resolution to increase Mesa Drainage Basin Fee to $31,445 per acre (No vote)
• Introduced Ordinance to create Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority (No vote)
• Introduced Ordinance to dissolve Sustainability Advisory Board (No vote)
• Building height limit ballot referral: Only 1 councilmember supported moving to regular meeting for vote

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The City of Colorado Springs will hold public hearings on June 21, 2024, to review applications for new and relocated liquor and beer licenses. Public hearings allow residents and interested parties to submit written petitions or remonstrances to the City Clerk by noon on June 18. The agenda lists 11 specific business applications across various city locations.

• Change of location for Elephant Thai from 3408 N Academy Boulevard to 4703, 4705 & 4707 N Academy Boulevard
• New Hotel and Restaurant License for Rusty Crab Daddy at 1430 Harrison Road
• New Hotel and Restaurant License for Burnt Toast at 7140 N Academy Boulevard
• New Beer and Wine License for Taco Express Voyager at 11661 Voyager Parkway
• New Lodging and Entertainment License for The Loft Music Venue at 2506 W Colorado Avenue

The Colorado Springs Liquor and Beer License Hearing Officer approved one change of location application and ten new license applications. All approved applications were forwarded to the Colorado Department of Revenue's Liquor Enforcement Division for final action.

• Approved Elephant Thai change of location
• Approved Rusty Crab Daddy liquor license
• Approved Burnt Toast liquor license
• Approved Gunther Toody's Diner liquor license
• Approved Taco Express Voyager beer and wine license
• Approved Taco Express Tutt beer and wine license
• Approved Evergreen liquor license
• Approved Arelita Authentic Cuban Food liquor license

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zone change for the Shops at Woodmen, a variance for an animal clinic on Bloomington Street, and a major modification for Sunset Amphitheater parking. These items are scheduled as quasi-judicial hearings.

• Zone change for 3.28 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road from A/AP-O to MX-M/AP-O
• Non-use variance for a small animal clinic at 3703 Bloomington St
• Major modification for Sunset Amphitheater at 13045 Spectrum Loop to add 272 parking spaces

The Planning Commission approved a major modification to the Polaris Point South Filing No. 4 Development Plan. The decision allows the Sunset Amphitheater to relocate off-site parking to two new adjacent lots, increasing total capacity to 2,811 spaces. The approval includes a condition that General Note #40, regarding future commission oversight, remains unchanged.

• Approved minutes for May 8, 2024 (5-0-1-3)
• Approved Consent Calendar (8-0-1)
• Approved Sunset Amphitheater parking plan modification (8-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to create a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise. Additionally, the body will review multiple rezoning ordinances and land use amendments across various city locations.

• Ordinance creating a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise
• Postponement of Arrowswest rezoning and apartment development plan to June 25, 2024
• Rezoning of 8.09 acres at Austin Bluffs Parkway and Goldenrod Drive
• Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
• Rezoning of 7.04 acres near State Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road

Colorado Springs City Council voted 4-5 to reject an ordinance creating a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise, with Avila, Helms, Henjum and Leinweber in favor and Crow-Iverson, Donelson, O'Malley, Risley and Talarico opposed. Council also postponed two Arrowswest Drive items (a rezoning and a 222-unit apartment development plan) to June 25, 2024, after staff said a public notice was posted 13 days before the hearing instead of the required 14. Several zoning and annexation items were advanced on first reading only to set June 25 public hearing dates, and a resolution on Arkansas River basin water preservation passed 9-0.

• Rejected ordinance creating a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise (4-5)
• Postponed 4145 Arrowswest Drive rezoning (6.87 acres) to June 25, 2024 (9-0)
• Postponed Arrowswest Apartments development plan, 222 units in 7 buildings on 9.47 acres, to June 25, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar, including May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing June 20, July 6 and July 9-13 as Western Wear Days (9-0)
• Approved City Council appointments to boards, commissions and committees (9-0)
• Adopted resolution reaffirming Arkansas Basin Preservation Principles and opposing Aurora's water rights purchase in Otero County (9-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning/annexation items to set June 25, 2024 public hearings: Central Bluffs (hearing moved to July 9, 2024), Printers Hill, Reagan Ranch Industrial, Dream Centers Commons, Garden of the Gods Trading Post, White Leaf Circle right-of-way vacation, and Dublin Park Addition No. 1 annexation (hearing July 23, 2024) (all 9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review a resolution and ordinance to acquire approximately 2.54 acres for the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension. Additionally, the council will consider the 2024 Strategic Plan and receive updates on Colorado Youth Outdoors and city financial reports.

• Resolution to acquire ~2.54 acres of Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension via TOPS program
• Ordinance for $875,000 supplemental appropriation to the Trails, Open Space and Parks Fund
• Presentation of the 2024 City Council Strategic Plan
• City Financial Report for Q1 2024
• Colorado Youth Outdoors update

In a work session, Colorado Springs City Council reviewed a resolution authorizing acquisition of about 2.54 acres known as the Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension through the Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOPS) Program, along with an ordinance for an $875,000 supplemental appropriation to the TOPS Fund to complete the purchase. Council also reviewed a resolution approving its 2024 Strategic Plan for the Mayor's consideration in developing the 2025 Municipal Administrative Budget, and approved the May 13, 2024 work session minutes by consensus. Council agreed to hold a closed executive session on two economic development and incentive agreements; no votes on the Red Rock Canyon or strategic plan items are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved May 13, 2024 Work Session minutes by consensus
• Reviewed resolution authorizing acquisition of ~2.54 acres (Red Rock Canyon Open Space Extension) via TOPS Program
• Reviewed Ordinance No. 23-45 for $875,000 supplemental appropriation to TOPS Fund for the acquisition
• Reviewed resolution approving City Council's 2024 Strategic Plan for Mayor's 2025 budget consideration
• Agreed (at least two-thirds of Council) to hold closed executive session on two economic development and incentive agreements

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an appeal of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Board's decision. The board previously approved the Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan.

• Appeal of the Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan approval

City Council denied an appeal to overturn the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Board's approval of the Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan. The decision includes a condition requiring a public process and Parks Advisory Board decision if parking near Pike View Quarry exceeds 50 stalls.

• Denied appeal to overturn Blodgett Open Space Master and Management Plan (6-1)
• Approved condition requiring public process for parking increases over 50 stalls near Pike View Quarry (5-2)
• Denied motion to refer the Plan back to the Parks Advisory Board for reevaluation (3-4)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will review a zone change for the Shops at Woodmen and a non-use variance for VCA Animal Urgent Care. The session also includes a major modification regarding parking for the Sunset Amphitheater and a briefing from Academy School District 20.

• Zone change for 3.28 acres at 7410 Horseshoe Road
• Non-use variance for small animal clinic at 3703 Bloomington St.
• Parking modification for Sunset Amphitheater at 13045 Spectrum Loop to add 274 spaces
• Briefing from Academy School District 20

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider an FBZ conditional use development plan. The proposal involves converting an existing restaurant tenant space within a neighborhood shopping center into a bar.

• FBZ conditional use development plan for 1107 South Nevada Avenue

The Downtown Review Board approved a conditional use development plan to convert a restaurant tenant space into a bar. The board also approved the minutes from the May 7, 2024, meeting.

• Approved FBZ conditional use development plan for Unity Bar and Grill at 1107 South Nevada Avenue (8-0)
• Approved May 7, 2024, meeting minutes (8-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will consider a report of acceptability for roof-mounted solar panels at 1815 North Tejon Street. Additionally, the board will review a request for a rear covered deck addition at 1415 North Tejon Street.

• Solar addition on main house and detached garage at 1815 North Tejon Street
• Rear covered deck addition at 1415 North Tejon Street

The Historic Preservation Board approved a Report of Acceptability for a rear covered deck addition at 1415 North Tejon Street, voting 5-0 with two conditions on final architectural plans. The board also approved its May 6, 2024 minutes and accepted the consent calendar, both 5-0. The consent calendar included a Report of Acceptability for a roof-mounted solar addition at 1815 North Tejon Street. Chair Lowenberg and Board Member Baumgartner were excused/absent.

• Approved Report of Acceptability for rear covered deck at 1415 North Tejon Street, with two plan-submission conditions (5-0)
• Approved May 6, 2024 Historic Preservation Board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted the Consent Calendar, including a Report of Acceptability for a roof-mounted solar addition at 1815 North Tejon Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several land annexation petitions, including the large Amara Addition. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East and various intergovernmental agreements regarding transportation.

• Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
• Intergovernmental agreement with CDOT for traffic control device maintenance
• Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority for Three Trails Crossing Project
• Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes_Peak Rural Transportation Authority for Sinton Trail Crossing at Centennial Blvd Project
• Annexation petitions for Extol Park Vista, Colorado Centre, Space Village, and Air Lane additions

The City Council voted to move the public hearing for the 3,172-acre Amara annexation from July 9 to July 23, 2024, after staff noted the initial notice did not meet the 30-day legal requirement. Consequently, the Council unanimously withdrew all pending annexation resolutions, ordinances, and the master plan for the Amara project. The Council also approved four smaller annexation petitions for July 9 and passed a rezoning for 805 Citadel Drive East.

• Amara annexation hearing date changed to July 23 (8-1 vote)
• All Amara annexation items and master plan withdrawn (9-0 vote)
• Approved rezoning of 805 Citadel Drive East to MX-M AP-O
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreements for CDOT and PPRTA traffic/trail projects
• Set July 9 hearing dates for Extol Park, Colorado Centre, Space Village, and Air Lane annexations
• Adopted resolutions recognizing Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and Historic Preservation Month
• Appointed Councilmember O’Malley as liaison to Sports Authority

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 hearings include requests for new liquor licenses, changes of location, and modifications to existing premises. The agenda includes several new business applications and one postponed item from April.

• Change of location: Icons, LLC (3 E Bijou Street to 16 E Kiowa Street)
• Modification of premises: Clay Venues, LLC at 10 N Wahsatch Avenue
• Modification of premises: Trinity Brewing Company at 1466 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 184
• New beer and wine license: Dart Bags, LLC at 716 & 720 Arrawanna Street
• New hotel and restaurant liquor license: ARAMARK Entertainment, LLC at 95 Spectrum Loop

At the May 17, 2024 Liquor and Beer License Hearings, Hearing Officer Berns approved nine applications: one change of location, two modifications of premises, and six new liquor licenses. Each approval was forwarded to the Liquor Enforcement Division of the Colorado Department of Revenue for action. The meeting ran from 9:09 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.

• Approved change of location for Icons, LLC (Tavern license) from 3 E Bijou Street to 16 E Kiowa Street
• Approved modification of premises for Clay Venues, LLC (Lodging and Entertainment license) at 10 N Wahsatch Avenue
• Approved modification of premises for Trinity Brewing Company (Brew Pub license) at 1466 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 184
• Approved new Beer and Wine license for Dart Bags, LLC at 716 & 720 Arrawanna Street
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant license for ARAMARK Entertainment, LLC d/b/a Sunset Amphitheater at 95 Spectrum Loop
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant license for 324 E Pikes Peak, LLC d/b/a Night Ramen at 324 E Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite 150
• Approved new Tavern license for Uptown Bar and Grill, Inc at 734 N 19th Street
• Approved new Beer and Wine license for Hapgood Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Happy Eats Pasta at 1536 S Nevada Avenue (postponed from April 19, 2024)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances including sales tax changes, a $708,000 supplemental appropriation for the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund, and various zoning and annexation requests. The agenda also includes discussions on water rights purchases and automated vehicle identification systems.

• Ordinance to plat two columbaria in Evergreen Cemetery
• $708,000 supplemental appropriation for the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund
• Annexation of 21.879-acres known as Black Forest Road Addition No. 2
• Resolution authorizing purchase of Fort Lyon Canal Company stock for Colorado Springs Utilities
• Rezoning of 805 Citadel Drive East and 4145 Arrowswest Drive

City Council approved a $2.1 million settlement regarding a 2022 police use-of-force claim and passed ordinances to implement Automated Vehicle Identification Systems (AVIS) speed cameras. The council also designated Colorado Springs as a Purple Heart City and approved several zoning first readings.

• Approved $2.1M settlement for Oct 9, 2022 police use-of-force claim (7-1-1)
• Passed Ordinances 24-32 and 24-33 regarding Automated Vehicle Identification Systems (7-1-1)
• Adopted Resolution 40-24 designating Colorado Springs as a Purple Heart City (9-0)
• Approved $708,000 supplemental appropriation to Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-35 annexing 21.879 acres at Black Forest Road (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-36 vacating 7,230 sq. ft. of right-of-way at Lakehurst Drive (9-0)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 805 Citadel Drive East (9-0)
• Approved first reading for rezoning at 4145 Arrowswest Drive (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold an interactive work session regarding a new annexation plan for the city. The council may also enter executive session to discuss election districts and legal advice for a litigation settlement exceeding $100,000. Several agreements for traffic maintenance and trail projects are scheduled for introduction.

• New AnnexCOS annexation plan discussion
• Agreement with CDOT for highway traffic control maintenance
• Three Trails Crossing Project grant agreement
• Sinton Trail Crossing at Centennial Blvd Project grant agreement
• Legal consultation regarding a litigation settlement over $100,000

The City Council introduced an ordinance to create a municipal ground ambulance service enterprise, with staff presenting financial projections and operational plans. Council members debated the proposal, with some requesting postponement due to missing information, but the item proceeded for discussion. The Council also approved three resolutions authorizing intergovernmental agreements for traffic signal maintenance and trail crossing projects.

• Introduced ordinance for municipal ground ambulance service enterprise (discussion continued)
• Approved IGA with CDOT for traffic control device maintenance (Resolution 41-24)
• Approved IGA with PPRTA for Three Trails Crossing grant (Resolution 42-24)
• Approved IGA with PPRTA for Sinton Trail Crossing grant (Resolution 43-24)
• Approved April 22, 2024 Work Session minutes by consensus
• Agreed to hold Closed Executive Session by two-thirds vote
• Postponed Councilmember Reports and Open Discussion to May 14
• Discussed AnnexCOS annexation plan (no vote taken)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use items including various annexations, rezoning requests for Reagan Ranch and the Dream Center Campus, and a development standards adjustment for 101 South Union Boulevard. The agenda also includes a non-use variance for a group living residence at 4525 Northpark Drive.

• Annexation of Air Lane Addition No. 1 (0.053 acres), No. 2 (3.062 acres), and No. 3 (1.508 acres)
• Rezoning and Land Use Plan for Reagan Ranch consisting of 7.04 acres
• Annexation and rezoning of Dublin Park Addition No. 1 (2.058 acres)
• Zone change and Land Use Plan for Dream Center Campus (4.84 acres)
• Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a zone change for a Colorado Springs Utilities substation at Central Bluffs, with a condition that the final development plan return for review. The commission also approved a variance for a Step Denver addiction recovery facility and recommended approval for the large Printers Hill mixed-use redevelopment. Several annexations and zoning changes were approved on the consent calendar, while other rezoning items were set for public hearings in June.

• Recommended approval of Central Bluffs CSU substation rezone (8-1)
• Approved non-use variance for Step Denver group living residence (7-0-2)
• Recommended approval of Printers Hill zone change to Mixed-Use Large Scale (7-0-2)
• Recommended approval of Union Printers Home Land Use Plan (7-0-2)
• Recommended approval of Printers Hill development standards adjustment for 160-foot height (7-0-2)
• Recommended approval of Colorado Centre Addition No. 3 annexation and zoning (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Extol Park Vista Addition No. 2 annexation and plat (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Air Lane and Space Village annexations (9-0)

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider a request for a 7 foot high wrought iron style fence at the Penrose Library campus. The board will also receive a presentation regarding the Form-Based Code review process.

• FBZ Warrant for a 7 foot high wrought iron style fence at 20 N Cascade Avenue
• Form-Based Code Review presentation

The Downtown Review Board unanimously postponed a proposal to install a seven-foot wrought iron fence around the Penrose Library campus, directing the applicant to revise the plan based on board feedback and return in July. Staff found the current design did not meet form-based code criteria. The board also reviewed proposed changes to the form-based code, including adding new neighborhood associations to the board and eliminating the interim use tool.

• Approved April 2, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Postponed Penrose Library fence application for revisions (7-0)
• Discussed proposed changes to form-based code sections 5 and 6

Historic Preservation Board

The board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and conduct training. The meeting includes a report of acceptability for a front porch alteration at 2029 N. Nevada Avenue.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Front porch alteration at 2029 N. Nevada Avenue

The Colorado Springs Historic Preservation Board approved minutes from its April 1, 2024 meeting (5-0) and approved a Report of Acceptability for a front porch alteration at 2029 N. Nevada Avenue (5-0). The board reelected Christine Lowenberg as chair and chose Board Member Baumgartner as vice-chair, both by unanimous votes. The rest of the meeting consisted of staff communications and annual board training; no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Report of Acceptability for front porch alteration at 2029 N. Nevada Avenue (5-0)
• Reelected Christine Lowenberg as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Board Member Baumgartner as vice-chair (unanimous)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including various annexations for Air Lane, Space Village, and Colorado Centre. The session includes discussions on rezoning projects such as Reagan Ranch, the Dream Center Campus, and Printers Hill.

• Reagan Ranch: Rezoning of 7.04 acres southwest of Highway 94 and North Marksheffel Road
• Dream Center Campus: Zone change for 4.84 acres southeast of Union Boulevard and Airport Road
• Printers Hill: Rezoning of 26.209 acres at 101 South Union Boulevard
• Central Bluffs CSU: Zone change for 8.09 acres at Austin Bluffs Parkway and Goldenrod Drive
• Colorado Centre No. 3: Annexation of 32.94 acres northwest of Foreign Trade Zone Boulevard and Bradley Road

City Council

The City Council will consider several legislative items including supplemental budget appropriations for the Conservation Trust Fund and Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund. The agenda includes multiple ordinance amendments regarding municipal code, motor vehicle regulations, and utility services. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding a zoning change for a new fire station.

• $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
• $658,100 supplemental appropriation to the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund
• Zoning change for 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for a fire station
• Ordinance regarding Evergreen Cemetery columbaria platting
• Ordinance amendments pertaining to Careless Driving and License Plate display

City Council approved first readings of ordinances to expand Automated Vehicle Identification Systems (AVIS) to include speed safety cameras. The council also approved a trust agreement for firefighter health benefits and several zoning and annexation requests.

• Approved first reading of AVIS ordinances for speed safety cameras (7-2)
• Adopted trust agreement for Colorado Firefighter Heart, Cancer, and Behavioral Health Benefits (9-0)
• Approved $708,000 supplemental appropriation to Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax Fund (8-0-1)
• Approved rezoning 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway to Public Facilities for a fire station (9-0)
• Approved annexation of Black Forest Road Addition No. 2 (9-0)
• Approved first reading to vacate 7,230 sq. ft. of right-of-way at Lakehurst Drive (9-0)
• Set May 28, 2024 hearing for Amara Addition No. 1-23 annexation (8-1)
• Approved $567,118 supplemental appropriation to Conservation Trust Fund (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive presentations regarding 2023 year-end Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax (LART) contract updates. These updates will be provided by Visit COS and the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC. The session also includes a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Visit COS 2023 year-end LART contract update
• Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC 2023 year-end LART contract update
• Review of April 8, 2024, City Council Work Session meeting minutes

City Council approved the minutes from the April 8, 2024, Work Session by consensus. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational presentations regarding tourism and economic development contracts.

• Approved April 8, 2024 Work Session minutes (Consensus)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 hearings include several new license applications for hotels, restaurants, and taverns. These items are presented for review and public comment.

• Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Las Tortugas at 3001 S Academy Boulevard, Suite 100
• Tavern License: Crooked Cue at 112 N Tejon Street, Suite 100
• Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Frontline Social Club at 3255 Cinema Point
• Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Por Favor Tacos & Tragos at 4657 Centennial Boulevard, Units 100 & 120
• Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: New Day Cafe at 13375 Voyager Parkway, Suite 110

The hearing officer approved five new liquor license applications and forwarded them to the Colorado Department of Revenue. One application for a beer and wine license was postponed.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Las Tortugas (3001 S Academy Boulevard, Suite 100)
• Approved Tavern License for Crooked Cue (112 N Tejon Street, Suite 100)
• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Frontline Social Club (3255 Cinema Point)
• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Por Favor Tacos & Tragos (4657 Centennial Boulevard, Units 100 & 120)
• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for New Day Cafe (13375 Voyager Parkway, Suite 110)
• Postponed Beer and Wine License hearing for Happy Eats Pasta to May 17, 2024

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development plan for 222 apartment units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and multiple Amara Addition annexations.

• Development Plan for 222 dwelling units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
• Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
• Conditional use permit for vehicle repair at 1197 Space Center Drive
• Rezoning of 6.87 acres at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
• Multiple Amara Addition annexations along Bradley Road and Squirrel Creek Road

The commission recommended approval to City Council for the 3,172-acre Amara Master Plan and 23 associated annexations. It also recommended approval for a 222-unit apartment complex at 4145 Arrowswest Drive. Additionally, the commission approved the March 13 meeting minutes and the consent calendar.

• Recommended approval of Amara Master Plan (7-2)
• Recommended approval of 23 Amara Annexations (7-2 each)
• Recommended establishment of 3,172-acre Agricultural zone for Amara (8-1)
• Recommended approval of 6.87-acre rezone for Arrowswest Apartments (7-2)
• Recommended approval of Arrowswest Apartments Development Plan (7-2)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several supplemental appropriations for the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund and the Conservation Trust Fund. The agenda also includes various ordinance amendments regarding traffic laws, utility services, and zoning, alongside a proposed land exchange.

• $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation system
• $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
• Land exchange resolution between the City and Cloud Family Partnership, LLLP; and CSFM RE LLC Parcels
• Ordinance amendments regarding careless driving and license plate display
• Rezoning of 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for a future fire station

The City Council approved a $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for the Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation system and adopted several ordinances amending utility codes for water, wastewater, and annexation. The Council also approved a salary reclassification for the City Council Administrator and set a public hearing for a fire station rezoning. A resolution for a firefighter health benefits trust was postponed to April 23.

• Approved $2M supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation (8-0-1-0)
• Approved $567,118 supplemental appropriation for Conservation Trust Fund (8-0-1-0)
• Approved ordinances amending water, wastewater, and annexation utility codes (6-1-2-0 each)
• Approved reclassification and salary increase for City Council Administrator (7-1-1-0)
• Approved settlement in Myers & Sons Construction v. City of Colorado Springs (8-0-1-0)
• Adopted resolution for land exchange with Cloud Family Partnership (8-0-1-0)
• Set public hearing for April 23 for fire station rezoning at 2465 Interquest Parkway (8-0-1-0)
• Postponed resolution for Colorado Firefighter Heart, Cancer, and Behavioral Health Benefits Trust to April 23 (8-0-1-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review several proposed ordinances regarding automated vehicle identification, cemetery platting, and firefighter benefits. The session also includes contract updates for lodging taxes and informational presentations on three land annexation proposals.

• Supplemental appropriation of $658,100 to the Lodgers & Auto Rental Tax (LART) Fund
• Ordinance for platting two columbaria in Evergreen Cemetery, Block 210
• Ordinances pertaining to Automated Vehicle Identification Systems (AVIS)
• Annexation of 0.659 acres at 4401 Siferd Boulevard
• Annexation of 2.178 acres at 4372 Siferd Boulevard

City Council held a work session to review several proposed ordinances and receive reports from cultural and sports organizations. No final votes were taken on the proposed ordinances, though council members expressed support for a new speed camera program and school sales tax exemptions.

• Approved March 25, 2024 Work Session minutes as amended (Consensus)
• Approved agenda change to move a closed session item (Consensus)
• Approved removal of item 4B.J. from April 9 Consent Calendar (Consensus)
• Approved electronic Closed Executive Session to discuss short term rentals and litigation (Two-thirds consent)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

This meeting involves hearings for several liquor and beer license applications in Colorado Springs. These specific items were originally scheduled for March 15, 2024, but were postponed to this session.

• Mausam Indian Flavors liquor license application at 3167 W Colorado Avenue (postponed)
• Club Q tavern license application at 3430 N Academy Boulevard (postponed)
• Peak Improv Theater tavern license application at 3440 N Carefree Circle, Suites 140-150 (postponed)

The hearing officer approved three liquor license applications that were previously postponed. All approved applications were forwarded to the Colorado Department of Revenue for action.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Mausam Indian Flavors at 3167 W Colorado Avenue
• Approved Tavern License for Club Q at 3430 N Academy Boulevard
• Approved Tavern License for Peak Improv Theater at 3440 N Carefree Circle, Suites 140-150

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use items including a multi-family development plan for Arrowswest Apartments. The session also includes the review of 23 separate annexation additions for the Amara project near Squirrel Creek Road and Link Road.

• Rezoning of 1.21 acres at 805 Citadel Drive East
• Conditional use for automobile repair at 1197 Space Center Drive
• Rezoning of 6.87 acres at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
• Development plan for 222 dwelling units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
• Review of 23 Amara Annexation additions

Downtown Review Board

The board will review conditional use development plans for two properties. These include converting a basement into a bar at 10 E Pikes Peak Ave and an office building into a bar at 16 E Kiowa St. The meeting also includes a presentation on Form-Based Code Review.

• Conditional use development plan for 10 E Pikes Peak Ave (basement to bar)
• Conditional use development plan for 16 E Kiowa St (office to bar)
• Form-Based Code Review presentation

The board approved two conditional use development plans to allow for bar conversions at 10 E Pikes Peak Ave and 16 E Kiowa St. Both approvals include technical modifications to be addressed through administrative review. The board also discussed ongoing updates to the downtown form-based code.

• Approved conditional use plan for basement bar at 10 E Pikes Peak Ave (8-0)
• Approved conditional use plan for bar conversion at 16 E Kiowa St (8-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will consider two quasi-judicial reports regarding property modifications. These include a proposed patio cover at 1724 North Nevada Avenue and a new roof mounted solar PV system at 1320 North Nevada Avenue.

• Patio cover addition at 1724 North Nevada Avenue
• New roof mounted solar PV system at 1320 North Nevada Avenue
• Historic Preservation Board Training presentation

The Historic Preservation Board approved a report of acceptability for a roof-mounted solar system with specific design conditions. One patio cover application was postponed, and the board noted the resignation of Vice Chair Meredith Wardwell.

• Approved solar PV system at 1320 North Nevada Avenue with conditions for eave setbacks and matte finishes (6-0)
• Postponed patio cover addition at 1724 North Nevada Avenue to May 6, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed Board Training until May 6, 2024

City Council

The City Council is considering a rezoning ordinance for a property at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard. Additional items include resolutions for gas and electric service rates, a supplemental appropriation for the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund, and various city appointments and proclamations.

• Rezoning of 6.26 acres at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard
• Resolution for regional wastewater service agreement with Falcon Area Water and Wastewater Authority
• Gas cost adjustment and capacity charge rates effective April 1, 2024
• Electric cost adjustment, capacity charge, and green power service rates effective April 1, 2024
• $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation system

Colorado Springs City Council approved a $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation to the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund for part of the cost of replacing the irrigation system at Patty Jewett Golf Course, on first reading. Council also adopted resolutions setting Colorado Springs Utilities gas and electric cost adjustment, capacity charge, and Green Power Service rates effective April 1, 2024. Council approved a rezoning at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard to allow mini-storage warehouses and accessory outdoor storage in the BP zone district, and approved two ordinances reclassifying and setting the salary of the City Council Administrator on first reading, each by 8-1 votes with Councilmember O'Malley voting no. Most other items, including board appointments and routine policies, passed unanimously on the consent calendar or by 9-0 votes.

• Approved $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation to the Patty Jewett Golf Enterprise Fund for irrigation system replacement (9-0, first reading)
• Adopted resolution setting Gas Cost Adjustment and Gas Capacity Charge rates effective April 1, 2024 (9-0)
• Adopted resolution setting Electric Cost Adjustment, Electric Capacity Charge, and Green Power Service rates effective April 1, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard to allow mini-storage warehouses and accessory outdoor storage in BP zone district (9-0)
• Approved ordinance reclassifying the City Council Administrator position within the 2024 Salary Schedule (8-1, first reading; O'Malley no)
• Approved ordinance setting the salary of the City Council Administrator (8-1, first reading; O'Malley no)
• Approved consent calendar including March 12, 2024 minutes, employee retiree recognition, and policies manual updates (9-0)
• Approved appointments to boards, commissions, and committees, and reappointed Jesse Spaeth to Housing Authority Board (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a new sales tax exemption for affordable housing projects. The session also includes a review of the 2023 financial update and the 2024 redistricting process. Additionally, council members will consider a $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund.

• Ordinance for sales tax exemptions on affordable housing projects
• $567,118 supplemental appropriation to the Conservation Trust Fund
• Land exchange resolution involving Cloud Family Partnership, LLLP
• Amendments to traffic ordinances regarding careless driving and license plate display
• Review of the 2024 City Council redistricting process

City Council reached a consensus to authorize the City to represent employees in the Estate of Dizmang v. Reed case. The council also approved the March 11, 2024, work session minutes as amended. Several ordinances regarding affordable housing tax exemptions, traffic laws, and salary reclassifications were introduced for discussion.

• Approved March 11, 2024 Work Session minutes as amended (Consensus)
• Authorized City to represent employees in Estate of Dizmang v. Reed, Case No. 24-cv-00423-CNS-MDB (Consensus)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 Liquor and Beer License Hearings will review three new license applications. These include requests for a hotel and restaurant liquor license and two tavern licenses.

• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Mausam Indian Flavors at 3167 W Colorado Avenue
• New Tavern License: Club Q at 3430 N Academy Boulevard
• New Tavern License: Peak Improv Theater at 3440 N Carefree Circle, Suites 140-150

The meeting was postponed due to inclement weather. No substantive decisions were made regarding the scheduled liquor license applications.

• Postponed hearing for Mausam Indian Flavors (3167 W Colorado Avenue)
• Postponed hearing for Club Q (3430 N Academy Boulevard)
• Postponed hearing for Peak Improv Theater (3440 N Carefree Circle)

City Planning Commission

The commission will review several land use amendments for the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 area, including master plan changes and zone changes for over 500 acres. Other items include a request to vacate public right-of-way and a proposed zone change for a new fire station. A presentation on emergency response from the Fire Marshal is also scheduled.

• Master Plan Major Amendment for Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 (511.20 acres)
• Zone change for 502 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
• Proposed zone change of 4.78 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for Fire Station #24
• Conditional use for automobile repair at Marksheffel Road and Constitution Avenue
• Ordinance amendment regarding Unified Development Code hearing scheduling

The Planning Commission approved a Development Standards Adjustment at 1307 E Monroe Street allowing a 15-foot front yard setback, voting 8:0:0:1. It also recommended City Council approval of a UDC amendment on appeal hearing scheduling and a zone change for a fire station at 2465 Interquest Parkway. All Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 items were postponed indefinitely before any action. The meeting included a Fire Department emergency response presentation with no vote.

• Approved minutes of the February 14, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (7:0:1:0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including a Conditional Use for Valvoline auto repair at Marksheffel Road and Constitution Avenue (8:0:0:1)
• Postponed indefinitely all Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 items (7.A.-F.)
• Approved Development Standards Adjustment for a 15' front yard setback at 1307 E Monroe Street (8:0:0:1)
• Recommended City Council approval of Ordinance No. 24-18 amending UDC Subsection 7.5.415.A6 on appeal hearing scheduling (8:0:0:1)
• Recommended City Council approval of a zone change from A to PF for 4.783 acres at 2465 Interquest Parkway for Fire Station #24, with a condition that outstanding Licensed Surveyor comments be addressed before 2nd Reading (6:1:1:1)

City Council

The City Council will review a request to approve a settlement following a May 14, 2022, police contact and taser deployment. The agenda also includes an economic development agreement with Project TIB and the annexation of 21.879 acres for Black Forest Road Addition No. 2. Additionally, the council will hear an appeal regarding a multi-family residential development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard.

• Settlement request following a May 14, 2022, police contact and taser deployment
• Economic Development Agreement with Project TIB
• Annexation of 21.879 acres for Black Forest Road Addition No. 2
• Rezoning ordinance for 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard
• Appeal regarding a multi-family residential development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard

City Council overturned a Planning Commission denial to approve a 20-unit multi-family residential development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard. The council also approved a $195,000 police settlement and several land and economic agreements.

• Approved appeal for Centennial Blvd Townhomes development (7-1-1)
• Approved $195,000 settlement for 2022 police taser deployment (6-2-1)
• Approved annexation hearing for Black Forest Road Addition No. 2 on April 23, 2024 (8-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 24-12 vacating Lierman Street public right-of-way (9-0-0)
• Adopted Economic Development Agreement for Project TIB (9-0-0)
• Approved land exchange for Kelker to South Plant Transmission Project (9-0-0)
• Approved first reading for 6910 Mark Dabling Blvd rezone public hearing (8-0-1)
• Postponed five ordinances regarding annexation and utilities to April 9, 2024 (9-0-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review proposed ordinance changes regarding annexation and utility services. The session includes presentations on the Amara Annexation and Golden Mill remediation. Members will also discuss updates to police policies and procedures.

• $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation replacement
• Proposed Amara Annexation and fiscal impact analysis
• Updates to Sworn and Civilian Policies and Procedures Manual
• Ordinance changes regarding water and wastewater services
• Update on Golden Mill Cycle Remediation

The City Council authorized the city to defend two police officers in separate lawsuits following recommendations from the Civil Action Investigation Committee. The council also reviewed proposed updates to city policies, a $2 million supplemental budget for golf course irrigation, and annexation code changes. A presentation on the proposed Amara Annexation was held for information only, with no decision made.

• Approved defense of officers in Tyrone Moss v. Simmons and Mandry (Consensus)
• Approved defense of officer in James Taggart v. Otero (Consensus)
• Agreed to hold Closed Executive Session for litigation settlement over $100,000
• Approved February 26, 2024 Work Session minutes (Consensus)
• Introduced $2M supplemental appropriation for Patty Jewett Golf Course irrigation
• Introduced ordinance repealing and re-ordaining annexation code sections
• Introduced ordinances amending water, wastewater, and utility service codes
• Reviewed Amara Annexation proposal (no decision made)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Commission will discuss several large-scale developments and master plan amendments within the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 area. The agenda also includes a zone change for Fire Station #24 at 2465 Interquest Parkway and an ordinance amendment regarding hearing schedules.

• Master Plan Major Amendment for 511.20 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2
• Rezoning of 502 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
• Zone change for Fire Station #24 at 2465 Interquest Parkway
• Vacation of 35.856 acres of public right-of-way near Banning Lewis Parkway
• Ordinance amendment regarding Unified Development Code hearing scheduling

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will meet for a work session regarding the Form-Based Code Review. The agenda also includes approval of the February 6, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Form-Based Code Review presentation

The board approved the minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting. Members discussed proposed changes to form-based code regarding affordable housing requirements and density bonuses, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will review the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes an introduction to the Parkside District Project and a worksession regarding the Historic Resource Survey Plan.

• Introduction of Parkside District Project
• HPB Worksession: Historic Resource Survey Plan
• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations regarding a proposed historic overlay district in the Uptown neighborhood and a worksession on the Historic Resource Survey Plan.

• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning map amendments and a land use plan for residential development. The agenda also includes various utility code updates, property acquisitions, and a supplemental budget appropriation for Nevada Avenue reconstruction.

• Rezoning of 903 Swope Avenue from R-1 6 to R2
• Rezoning of 60.28 acres northwest of Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard from PK to R-Flex Low
• Approval of the Ovation Land Use Plan for 60.28 acres near Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard
• Supplemental appropriation not to exceed $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue reconstruction real estate
• Acquisition of approximately 11.962 acres of property from BNSF Railway

Colorado Springs City Council approved rezoning 60.28 acres northwest of Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard from Public Park to R-Flex Low, and approved the related Ovation Land Use Plan, both on 6-2 votes. The approvals included removing a proposed emergency access route to Powers Boulevard. Council also approved a $160,000 settlement in Case No. 23CV30143 on a 6-2 vote, and passed the consent calendar 8-0, including a supplemental appropriation of up to $2,600,000 for real estate purchases tied to the Nevada Avenue Reconstruction project, to be reimbursed by PPRTA in 2025.

• Approved rezoning 60.28 acres at Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard from PK to R-Flex Low (6-2)
• Approved Ovation Land Use Plan with conditions, including removal of emergency access to Powers Boulevard (6-2)
• Denied motion to reject the Ovation rezoning (2-6)
• Approved $160,000 settlement in Case No. 23CV30143 (6-2)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance 24-13 supplemental appropriation up to $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue project land purchases (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-08 on water service extension to Park Vista Subdivisions (consent calendar, 8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-12 vacating 0.443 acres of Lierman Street right-of-way as amended (8-0)
• Approved Resolution recognizing March 2024 as Women's History Month (8-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive updates regarding extreme winter response and southwest migrant efforts. The session also includes updates on city responses to homelessness and the introduction of an economic development agreement with Project TIB.

• PPROEM January Extreme Winter Response and SW Migrants update
• Update on City response to homelessness
• Resolution approving an Economic Development Agreement between the City of Colorado Springs and Project TIB
• Discussion regarding legal advice for a litigation settlement in excess of $100,000

The Colorado Springs City Council held a work session on February 26, 2024, with no substantive decisions made. Council reviewed a resolution approving an Economic Development Agreement with Project TIB, but no vote was recorded. Staff presented updates on emergency winter response, southwest migrants, and efforts to reduce homelessness. The council also agreed by consensus to remove an item from the February 27 consent calendar and approved the February 12 work session minutes. A closed executive session was held regarding a litigation settlement over $100,000.

• Approved February 12, 2024 Work Session minutes by consensus
• Agreed by consensus to remove item 4B.P. from February 27 consent calendar for correction
• Held closed executive session on litigation settlement over $100,000 (consent of two-thirds)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to hear an appeal regarding a City Planning Commission decision. The appeal concerns a major concept plan amendment and a development plan for multi-family residential units located at 4150 Royal Pine Drive.

• Appeal of The Market at Pine Creek Major Concept Plan Amendment (7.87 acres)
• Royal Pine Apartments Development Plan at 4150 Royal Pine Drive

City Council denied an appeal from Preserve Pine Creek Village and upheld the Planning Commission's approval of a concept plan amendment and development plan for 7.87 acres at 4150 Royal Pine Drive. The project will establish multi-family residential affordable housing.

• Denied appeal and upheld approval of The Market at Royal Pine Major Concept Plan Amendment (6-1-2-0)
• Denied appeal and upheld approval of The Royal Pine Apartment Development Plan (6-1-2-0)

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 hearing includes requests for new beverage licenses and a modification to an existing premises. These items are subject to public comment or opposition filed with the City Clerk.

• Premises modification for Mexico Real Family Restaurant at 3802 Maizeland Road
• New Tavern License application for The Tropicz, LLC at 1003 S Tejon Street
• New Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer License for Kum & Go LC d/b/a Maverik 5414 at 4931 Fountain Ford View
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License application for Akarui Sushi & Wok, LLP at 5605 N Academy Boulevard

The Colorado Springs Liquor and Beer License Hearings on February 16, 2024, approved four applications: one modification of premises and three new liquor licenses. Each approval was forwarded to the Liquor Enforcement Division of the Colorado Department of Revenue for action. The meeting was called to order at 9:12 a.m. and adjourned at 9:48 a.m.

• Approved modification of premises for Mexico Real Family Restaurant at 3802 Maizeland Road
• Approved new Tavern License for The Tropicz at 1003 S Tejon Street
• Approved new Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine Retailer License for Maverik 5414 at 4931 Fountain Ford View
• Approved new Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Akarui Sushi & Wok at 5605 N Academy Boulevard

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including a townhome development and an auto repair facility. The agenda also includes the annexation of 21.879 acres and updates to city annexation ordinances.

• Rezoning 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard for mini-storage and outdoor storage
• Conditional use for auto repair at 7752 Barnes Road
• Proposed 20-unit townhome development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard
• Annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road
• Ordinance to update city annexation procedures

The Commission denied a conditional use request for 20 attached townhomes due to a lack of specificity in development plans. Other actions included approving several non-use variances for a property on West Pikes Peak Avenue and recommending the annexation of 21.879 acres.

• Denied 20-unit townhome development at 4113 Centennial Boulevard (8-0)
• Approved 6'9" front setback variance at 2312 West Pikes Peak Avenue (7-1)
• Approved 1'2" side setback variance at 2312 West Pikes Peak Avenue (5-3)
• Approved 6" roof eave setback variance at 2312 West Pikes Peak Avenue (5-3)
• Recommended approval of 21.879-acre Black Forest Road Addition No. 2 annexation (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Large Adult Daycare Center at 1420/1450 Quail Lake Loop
• Approved Mark Dabling U-Haul rezone on Consent Calendar
• Approved Les Schwab auto repair conditional use on Consent Calendar

City Council

The City Council is considering several supplemental budget appropriations for the General Fund and public works. The agenda includes multiple resolutions regarding water service agreements and various city ordinances.

• Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund and $828,478 to the Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax Fund
• Postponement of an appeal regarding The Market at Pine Creek and Royal Pine Apartments development
• Ordinance to amend vehicle impoundment rules in Chapter 10
• Supplemental appropriation not to exceed $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue Reconstruction real estate purchase
• Rezoning of 903 Swope Avenue from R-1 6 to R2

Colorado Springs City Council adopted a resolution affirming the city will not become a sanctuary city, passing 6-3 with Avila, Henjum, and Talarico opposed. Council also postponed an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of The Market at Pine Creek concept plan and Royal Pine Apartments development plan to a special meeting on February 26, 2024. A consent calendar of ordinances and resolutions passed unanimously, including a $3,919,650 General Fund supplemental appropriation and $828,478 LART Fund appropriation for TABOR refunds. Two ordinances on underground excavation regulations and a zoning change at 903 Swope Avenue advanced on first reading.

• Adopted resolution affirming Colorado Springs is not a sanctuary city (6-3; Avila, Henjum, Talarico opposed)
• Postponed appeal of Planning Commission approval of The Market at Pine Creek concept plan and Royal Pine Apartments development plan to Feb 26, 2024 special meeting (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance 24-06: $3,919,650 General Fund and $828,478 LART Fund supplemental appropriations for TABOR refunds (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-07 repealing and reordaining vehicle impoundment rules (consent calendar, 9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 09-24 approving economic development agreement with Project Stronghold (consent calendar, 9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 10-24 approving draft 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD submittal (consent calendar, 9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-08 on first reading extending water/wastewater service to Park Vista Subdivisions (consent calendar, 9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-13 on first reading: supplemental appropriation up to $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue Reconstruction land purchase, reimbursed by PPRTA in 2025 (consent calendar, 9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing a supplemental appropriation for the General Fund to purchase real estate for Nevada Avenue reconstruction projects. The session also includes discussions on acquiring property from BNSF Railway and an intergovernmental agreement with the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority.

• Supplemental appropriation up to $2,600,000 for Nevada Avenue reconstruction real estate
• Resolution to acquire approximately 11.962 acres of real property from BNSF Railway
• Intergovernmental agreement with Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority regarding project cost reimbursement
• Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Annual Report presentation
• The Ridge Affordable Housing Post-Occupancy Analysis report

City Council approved the minutes from the January 22, 2024, work session by consensus. The council also agreed by consensus to authorize the City to represent a City employee in the case of Melons v. May, et al. Most other items were presentations or introductions for future action.

• Approved January 22, 2024 Work Session Meeting Minutes (Consensus)
• Authorized City to represent City employee in Melons v. May, et al. (Consensus)
• Agreed to hold Closed Executive Session regarding economic development and wastewater claims (2/3 majority)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including a rezoning for mini-storage and a new townhome development. The agenda also includes an annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road. Additionally, commissioners will consider an ordinance to update city annexation rules.

• Rezoning 6.26 acres at 6910 Mark Dabling Boulevard for mini-storage and outdoor storage
• Conditional use for a 34,000 square foot auto repair facility at 7752 Barnes Road
• Annexation of 21.879 acres along Black Forest Road
• Development of 20 attached townhomes at 4113 Centennial Boulevard
• Ordinance to update annexation procedures in the Unified Development Code

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will conduct a virtual work session. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and an informal update regarding the Form-Based Code Review.

• Approval of January 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Form-Based Code Review (DRB 23-455)

The board met for a virtual work session featuring an informal update presentation on the form-based code review. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Historic Preservation Board

The February 5, 2024, meeting of the Colorado Springs Historic Preservation Board consists of procedural agenda items. The board will review communications from the Senior Planner and consider approving minutes from the January 8, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of January 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on board appointment procedures and the Historic Resource Survey Plan. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review a supplemental budget appropriation following TABOR revenue refunds. The agenda also includes public hearings for rezoning land to public parks and resolutions regarding road easements.

• Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund
• Rezoning 45.33 acres near N Carefree Circle and Tutt Blvd to a Public Park
• Easements for Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project via eminent domain
• Annexation of Capital Drive Addition No. 2 (6.63 acres)
• Ordinance regarding vehicle impoundment procedures

City Council approved zoning amendments to establish two new public park districts totaling over 53 acres. The council also passed several annexations and a supplemental budget appropriation for TABOR refunds.

• Approved zoning 8 acres northeast of Thunder Mountain Ave and Daydreamer Dr as Public Park (9-0)
• Approved zoning 45.33 acres southeast of N Carefree Circle and Tutt Blvd as Public Park (9-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 24-04 annexing 6.63 acres at Capital Drive Addition No. 2
• Passed Ordinance No. 24-05 annexing 1.01 acres at Capital Drive Addition No. 3
• Approved $3,919,650 General Fund and $828,478 LART Fund supplemental appropriation for TABOR refunds (first reading)
• Adopted resolution authorizing eminent domain for Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 24-07 regarding vehicle impoundment
• Adopted resolution recognizing February 2024 as Black History Month (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider introducing a resolution for an economic development agreement with Project Stronghold. The session also includes a presentation from the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance.

• Resolution approving Economic Development Agreement with Project Stronghold
• Resolution to approve draft 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD submittal
• Presentation by Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance

The City Council approved the minutes from the January 8, 2024 work session by consensus. The session included presentations on the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance, an Economic Development Agreement for Project Stronghold, and the 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during this work session.

• Approved January 8, 2024 Work Session minutes (Consensus)
• Reviewed Economic Development Agreement for Project Stronghold (no vote taken)
• Reviewed draft 2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD submittal (no vote taken)
• Received presentation from Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance

Liquor and Beer License Hearings

The Division 2 hearings include several new license applications for hotels, restaurants, and taverns. One previously scheduled application for Homewood Suites & Tru has been postponed.

• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Homewood Suites & Tru at 2845 Zeppelin Road (Postponed)
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Torchy's Tacos at 3015 New Center Point, Suite 150
• New Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License: Sofia's Antojitos at 4037 Tutt Boulevard
• New Tavern License: My Cellar at 9258 Forest Bluffs View

The hearing officer approved four new liquor license applications for various businesses. All approved applications will be forwarded to the Colorado Department of Revenue for action.

• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Homewood Suites & Tru Colorado Springs Airport (pending updated diagram)
• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Torchy's Tacos
• Approved Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License for Sofia's Antojitos
• Approved Tavern License for My Cellar

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several large-scale development proposals, including major land use changes for 511 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch. The agenda also includes a 228-unit apartment project at Arrowswest Drive and an appeal regarding the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan.

• Master Plan amendment for 511.20 acres in Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2
• Conditional use for a Honda dealership at 1070 Interquest Parkway
• Development plan for 228 units at 4145 Arrowswest Drive
• Zone change for 9.2 acres at Dublin Boulevard and Banning Lewis Parkway
• Appeal of the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan

The Commission approved a concept plan and development plan for the Royal Pine Apartments. It also denied an appeal to overturn the approval of the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch PUD Development Plan. Several other zoning and master plan items were postponed.

• Approved Major Amendment to Market at Pine Creek Concept Plan (5-2)
• Approved Royal Pine Apartments Development Plan (5-2)
• Denied appeal of Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch PUD Development Plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for zone change at 903 Swope Avenue to R-2 (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for retail sales/service at 1070 Interquest Parkway (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for religious institution at 4330 Mark Dabling Boulevard (7-0)
• Postponed Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 items to March 13, 2024 (7-0)
• Postponed Arrowswest Apartments items to a date uncertain (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use items including rezoning requests and an annexation of Capital Drive additions. The agenda also includes a resolution for gas cost adjustments from Colorado Springs Utilities and easement acquisitions for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project.

• Gas Cost Adjustment Resolution effective January 15, 2024
• Easement acquisitions from BNSF Railway and Union Pacific for South Circle Drive Bridge Project
• Rezoning of 7.9 acres near Thunder Mountain Avenue and Daydreamer Drive to Public Park
• Rezoning of 45.33 acres southeast of N Carefree Circle and Tutt Blvd to Public Park
• Rezoning of 60.28 acres northwest of Old Ranch Road and Powers Boulevard to R-Flex Low

The City Council approved a resolution setting the Gas Cost Adjustment effective January 15, 2024. Council also authorized land easements for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project and approved several annexations and zoning map amendments. Additionally, a temporary use variance was granted for the Humble Paws animal care facility, allowing it to operate until May 31, 2024.

• Approved Gas Cost Adjustment resolution (9-0)
• Approved South Circle Drive Bridge Project easements (9-0)
• Approved Humble Paws use variance until May 31, 2024 (7-2)
• Approved North Fork Park zone change on first reading (8-1)
• Approved Greenways Neighborhood Park zone change on first reading (8-1)
• Approved Ovation zone change on first reading (8-1)
• Approved Point of the Pines Gardens zoning amendment (9-0)
• Approved Capital Drive Addition No. 2 and No. 3 annexations (9-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review several items including land acquisition for road projects and a supplemental budget appropriation. The session also includes discussions on economic development strategy and updates to vehicle impoundment ordinances.

• Easements for the Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project
• Easements from BNSF Railway and Union Pacific for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project
• Supplemental appropriation of $3,919,650 to the General Fund and $828,478 to the Lodgers and Auto Rental Tax Fund
• Ordinance regarding the removal and impoundment of vehicles
• Proposed gas cost adjustment effective January 15, 2024

In a work session with no formal votes recorded, Council reviewed a resolution authorizing possession and use and/or eminent domain to acquire easements for the Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project, and a resolution authorizing acquisition of permanent and temporary construction easements from BNSF Railway and Union Pacific for the South Circle Drive Bridge Project. Council also reviewed ordinances for a TABOR refund supplemental appropriation, a repeal and reordainment of the city's vehicle impoundment code, and a Colorado Springs Utilities gas cost adjustment effective January 15, 2024. Council approved the December 11, 2023 work session minutes by consensus and agreed to hold a closed executive session on an economic development and incentive agreement and a Public Works real estate acquisition.

• Approved December 11, 2023 Work Session minutes by consensus
• Agreed to hold a closed executive session on an economic development and incentive agreement and a Public Works real estate acquisition
• Reviewed resolution authorizing possession and use and/or eminent domain for Academy Boulevard: Fountain to Jet Wing Project easements (Parcels 56 and 80)
• Reviewed resolution authorizing BNSF Railway and Union Pacific easements for South Circle Drive Bridge Project
• Reviewed ordinance for $3,919,650 General Fund and $828,478 LART Fund supplemental appropriation for 2022 TABOR refund
• Reviewed ordinance to repeal and reordain Article 25 on removal and impoundment of vehicles
• Reviewed resolution setting the Gas Cost Adjustment effective January 15, 2024

Historic Preservation Board

The board will review the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting. Additionally, Ron Sladek of Tatanka Historical Associates Inc is scheduled to present the Historic Resource Survey Plan.

• Approval of the September 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Historic Resource Survey Plan by Tatanka Historical Associates Inc

The Colorado Springs Historic Preservation Board approved the minutes from its September 11, 2023 meeting by a 4-0 vote. The board also received communications regarding upcoming preservation conferences and a presentation on the Historic Resource Survey Plan from Tatanka Historical Associates.

• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, including significant changes to the Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 Master Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on new apartment developments and an appeal regarding the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan. This is an informal work session where no public comments are taken.

• Major amendments to Banning Lewis Ranch Village B2 Master Plan (511.20 acres)
• Conditional use for motor vehicle sales at 1070 Interquest Parkway
• Development plan for Royal Pine Apartments at 4150 Royal Pine Drive
• Appeal of the Lakeside Heights at Wolf Ranch development plan
• 228-unit multi-family dwelling proposal at 4145 Arrowswest Drive

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider a conditional use development plan for a bar at 1003 S Tejon St. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 5, 2023, meeting.

• Conditional use development plan for a bar at 1003 S Tejon St
• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved a conditional use development plan to convert an existing tenant space into a bar at 1003 S Tejon St. The Board also approved the minutes from the December 5, 2023 meeting.

• Approved conditional use development plan for bar conversion at 1003 S Tejon St (5-0)
• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)