Denver public meetings in 2021

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The December 29, 2021, meeting of the Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee was canceled. The agenda included a consent item regarding Denver Sheriff Department command staff salaries and benefits for 2022 and 2023.

• Amends Chapter 18 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code regarding Denver Sheriff Department command staff salaries and benefits

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included. The only item, Council Bill 22-0002, was approved by consent, establishing salaries and benefits for Denver Sheriff Department command staff for 2022 and 2023 in accordance with the approved Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Approved Council Bill 22-0002 by consent, setting sheriff command staff salaries and benefits for 2022-2023

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee reviewed several items for approval. These included funding increases for roadway studies at I-25 and Belleview and bicycle facility designs on Broadway. The committee also considered land dedications and large equipment purchases for citywide services.

• $1,809,040 purchase order with Hardline for five side loading compost trucks
• $200,000 increase to the I-25 and Belleview interchange roadway study agreement
• $89,940 contract amendment for Broadway corridor bicycle facility design
• $947,182.50 purchase order with Vogel Traffic Services for two striping trucks
• Rezoning of 735 North Milwaukee Street from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was approved. All items on the consent agenda were approved by consent, including a rezoning, contract amendments, purchase orders, and right-of-way dedications.

• Approved rezoning at 735 North Milwaukee Street from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (consent)
• Approved $200,000 amendment to IGA with Arapahoe County and Greenwood Village for I-25/Belleview study (consent)
• Approved $89,940 amendment to Kimley-Horn contract for Broadway bicycle facility design (consent)
• Approved $1,809,040 purchase order for five compost trucks (consent)
• Approved dedication of alley right-of-way near East 8th Avenue and North Cherry Street (consent)
• Approved dedication of North Tower Road right-of-way (consent)
• Approved dedication of East Evans Avenue and South Dahlia Street right-of-way (consent)
• Approved $947,182.50 purchase order for two striping trucks (consent)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several contract amendments and a master purchase order. Proposed actions include funding increases for waste management and employee counseling services. The committee will also consider a budget basis change for the Composting Special Revenue Fund.

• Contract amendment adding $1,400,000 to Liberty Site Services for rental services
• $2,000,000 master purchase order with AM Signal, LLC for traffic light power parts
• Contract amendment adding $270,000 to Compsych Employee Assistance Program for counseling
• Budget basis change for the Composting Special Revenue Fund

The Finance & Governance Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was approved. This included contract amendments for portable toilet services, traffic light power supply parts, a composting fund budget change, and employee counseling services.

• Approved contract amendment with Liberty Waste Management/Northwest Cascade for portable toilet services, adding $1.4M (total $4.9M)
• Approved master purchase order with AM Signal, LLC for $2M for traffic light power supply parts
• Approved amendment to Composting Special Revenue Fund budget basis to revenue-based
• Approved contract amendment with Compsych for on-site counseling, adding $270K (total $1.495M)

Mayor-Council

All items from the scheduled December 28, 2021, meeting were moved to the consent agenda following a cancellation. The agenda included contract amendments for legal and commissary services, as well as property acquisition funding.

• Contract amendment for litigation counsel totaling $705,000
• Landmark designation and rezoning for 555 East 8th Avenue
• $2,000,000 contract for pharmacy benefit management services
• $735,000 fund transfer for property acquisition at 4987 North Grant Street
• Contract amendment for Keefe Commissary Network, LLC totaling $10,689,960

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee will review the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Annual Report and consider a contract amendment for Keefe Commissary Network, LLC. The amendment increases the total contract value to $10,689,960 to provide services at the County Jail and Downtown Detention Center.

• Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Annual Report briefing
• $1,432,000 contract amendment for Keefe Commissary Network, LLC
• Extension of commissary services and accounting software through 12-31-22

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved a consent item amending a contract with Keefe Commissary Network, LLC for commissary services and accounting software at the County Jail and Downtown Detention Center. The amendment adds $1,432,000 for a new total of $10,689,960 and extends the contract by one year to 12-31-22. The vote was 3-0 with four members absent. The committee also received a briefing on the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Annual Report.

• Approved contract amendment with Keefe Commissary Network, LLC adding $1,432,000 (total $10,689,960) and extending to 12-31-22 (3-0)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The committee will consider two action items regarding the property at 555 East 8th Avenue. These include a request for an individual Denver landmark designation and a map amendment to rezone the site.

• Landmark designation for 555 East 8th Avenue (21-1526)
• Rezoning of 555 East 8th Avenue from PUD 34 to G-MU-3, UO-3 (21-1536)

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee approved two action items for filing. Council Bill 21-1526 designates the property at 555 East 8th Avenue as an individual Denver landmark, passing 6-0 with one absence. Council Bill 21-1536 rezones the same property from PUD 34 to G-MU-3, UO-3, passing 7-0.

• Approved landmark designation for 555 East 8th Avenue (6-0, Sandoval absent)
• Approved rezoning of 555 East 8th Avenue from PUD 34 to G-MU-3, UO-3 (7-0)

Finance & Governance Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Denver Finance & Governance Committee was canceled. The provided agenda included a list of consent items regarding city contracts and appointments.

• $6,360,078.31 contract with Zivaro, Inc. for email security and phishing protection
• Appointment of Adam Phipps as Executive Director of the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
• $2,000,000 contract with Mitchell International, Inc. for pharmacy benefit management
• Rent relief for commercial leases at Webb Building and Colorado Convention Center
• $735,000 transfer for property acquisition at 4987 North Grant Street

The Finance & Governance Committee meeting was canceled, but consent agenda items were approved. These included a $6.36 million contract with Zivaro for email filtering and threat protection, a $1.66 million Gartner membership, a $2 million pharmacy benefit management contract, and a mayoral appointment. All items were approved by consent without discussion.

• Approved $6,360,078.31 contract with Zivaro for email security (consent)
• Approved appointment of Adam Phipps as DOTI Executive Director (consent)
• Approved $1,656,590.99 Gartner membership contract (consent)
• Approved $2,000,000 Mitchell International pharmacy contract (consent)
• Approved lease amendments for Dazbog and Pizza Republica rent relief (consent)
• Reappointed Sean McDermott to Crime Prevention Commission (consent)
• Rescinded $735,000 for Platte Farm Open Space acquisition (consent)
• Amended Lewis Roca contract adding $250,000 (consent)

Mayor-Council

The December 21, 2021, Mayor-Council meeting was cancelled, with all items moving to the consent agenda. The agenda included contract amendments for the Great Hall Project and several affordable housing loans. Other items addressed public health funding and police technology services.

• $900,000,000 increase to Hensel Phelps contract for Great Hall Project completion
• $1,260,000 performance loan for Aria Townhomes affordable housing project
• $4,700,000 contract with ShotSpotter, Inc. for gunshot detection services
• $5,000,000 contract for management of City-owned parking lots and garages
• $1,250,000 loan for Renaissance Off Broadway Lofts affordable housing project

City Council

The Denver City Council approved a $25 million contract with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for security personnel in city facilities, and passed an ordinance reducing speed limits on streets where limits are not posted. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for airport equipment, a $14 million CenturyLink network, and several tax levies, as well as rezoning for multiple properties and a weapons code amendment. All votes were unanimous except for the speed limit ordinance (11-1) and the Brothers Redevelopment contract (11-1).

• Approved $25M Securitas security contract (12-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction ordinance (11-1)
• Approved $3.84M purchase of 38 PCA units for DIA (12-0)
• Approved $14.08M CenturyLink optical network contract for DIA (12-0)
• Approved $7.91M Garver Taxiway EE design contract (12-0)
• Approved $1.26M increase for Brothers Redevelopment TRUA contract (11-1)
• Approved 2021 property tax levies for city, schools, and special districts (12-0)
• Approved rezoning for East Colfax, Globeville, Lincoln Park, and Five Points properties (12-0)

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee is reviewing several action items regarding public safety and affordable housing. These include a $4.7 million contract for gunshot detection and multiple performance loan agreements for residential projects. The committee is also considering amendments to existing contracts for legal and health services.

• $4,700,000 contract with ShotSpotter, Inc. for gunshot detection and forensic analysis
• $1,260,000 performance loan for Aria Townhomes at 2819 West 53rd Avenue
• $1,250,000 performance loan for Renaissance Off Broadway Lofts at 2135 Stout Street
• $1,000,000 loan to St. Francis Center for land acquisition at 221 North Federal Boulevard
• $606,000 increase to the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel agreement

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved four action items, including a $4.7 million contract with ShotSpotter for gunshot detection, a $1.26 million loan for Aria Townhomes affordable housing, and two agreements with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for the Renaissance Off Broadway Lofts. All votes were 6-0 with one absence. Consent items were also approved en bloc, including funding for indigent defense, a loan to St. Francis Center, and amendments to HIV/AIDS service contracts.

• Approved $4.7M ShotSpotter contract for gunshot detection (6-0)
• Approved $1.26M loan for 28-unit Aria Townhomes affordable housing (6-0)
• Approved reducing compliance period for Renaissance Off Broadway Lofts from 50 to 20 years (6-0)
• Approved $1.25M loan for 60-year rehabilitation of Renaissance Off Broadway Lofts (6-0)
• Approved consent items en bloc including $606K for indigent defense, $1M loan to St. Francis Center, and HIV/AIDS service amendments

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several contract amendments to fund the Great Hall Project at Denver International Airport. These include funding increases for construction management, engineering, and architectural services. A lease amendment for Air France's operations is also on the agenda.

• $900,000,000 increase to Hensel Phelps Construction Company contract
• $50,000,000 increase to Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. contract
• $50,000,000 increase to LS Gallegos contract
• $100,000,000 increase to Stantec Architecture, Inc. contract
• Lease amendment for Société Air France at Denver International Airport

The committee approved contract amendments for the Denver International Airport Great Hall Project, adding a total of $1.1 billion across four contracts (Hensel Phelps, Jacobs, LS Gallegos, Stantec) and extending end dates to 12-31-28. The Hensel Phelps amendment was initially rejected in a separate vote but later approved as part of the consent agenda. All votes were 6-1 or 7-0, with Councilmember Sawyer dissenting on the Great Hall items.

• Approved $900M addition to Hensel Phelps contract for Great Hall CM/GC services (6-1, as consent item)
• Approved $50M addition to Jacobs Engineering contract for program management (6-1)
• Approved $50M addition to LS Gallegos contract for project management (6-1)
• Approved $100M addition to Stantec Architecture contract for architectural/engineering services (6-1)
• Approved Air France lease amendment for additional 107 sq ft at DIA (7-0)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding parking management, park services, and grant funding.

• $5,000,000 contract with SP Plus Corporation for parking lot and garage management
• $300,000 increase to Bedrock, LLC contract for Denver parks material placement
• $2,372,845 appropriation for the Ryan White Part A Grant program

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting was canceled, but consent agenda items were approved. These included a $5 million parking management contract, a $300,000 amendment to a parks material placement contract, and a $2,372,845 appropriation for the Ryan White Part A Grant program.

• Approved contract with SP Plus Corporation for $5,000,000 for parking lot and garage management (21-1502)
• Approved amendment with Bedrock, LLC adding $300,000 for on-call material placement services at Denver parks (21-1512)
• Approved appropriation of $2,372,845 for Ryan White Part A Grant program (21-1513)

Finance & Governance Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Denver Finance & Governance Committee was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding mayoral appointments and contract amendments.

• Mayoral reappointments to the Denver African American Commission
• Appointments to the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District Board
• $323,145.90 contract amendment with QlikTech, Inc.
• Purchase of two video display boards for Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

The Finance & Governance Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was approved. This included four items: reappointments to the Denver African American Commission and the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District Board, a contract amendment with QlikTech, Inc., and the purchase of two video display boards for Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre.

• Approved reappointments to Denver African American Commission (Resolution 21-1497)
• Approved appointments to Downtown Denver Business Improvement District Board (Resolution 21-1498)
• Approved $323,145.90 contract amendment with QlikTech, Inc. (Resolution 21-1501)
• Approved purchase of two video display boards for Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (Bill 21-1508)

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council meeting includes decisions on amending the city's weapons code and several property rezonings. The agenda also features large-scale contracts for airport equipment, communications, and infrastructure maintenance. Additionally, the council will review various mayoral appointments to local boards.

• Amendment to restructure Denver's weapons code and prohibit non-serialized firearms (21-1493)
• $3,841,638.49 purchase order for electric Pre-Conditioned Air units at Denver International Airport (21-1476)
• $14,084,973.24 contract with CenturyLink Communications for airport network services (21-1491)
• Rezoning of 901 North Kearney Street from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (21-1437)
• $8,000,000 increase for municipal building maintenance services (21-1481)

City Council

The Denver City Council will review an ordinance to ban flavored tobacco sales after a mayoral veto. The agenda also includes approvals for several airport contracts and police benefits.

• Ordinance 21-1182: Ban on flavored tobacco products and accessories
• $40 million natural gas purchase order with Encore Energy Services, Inc.
• $4,571,019.40 snow removal equipment purchase from M-B Co, Inc.
• Collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police (2022-2023)
• $570,000 contract with Mile High Youth Corps for energy and water audits

The Denver City Council failed to override Mayor Hancock's veto of a flavored tobacco ban, with 8 votes in favor and 4 against, short of the required two-thirds majority. The council approved a consent agenda including a police collective bargaining agreement, a $25 million security contract (postponed), and numerous other contracts and agreements. Two items were postponed to the next meeting, and several zoning changes and historic designations were approved.

• Failed to override mayor's veto of flavored tobacco ban (8-4)
• Approved FOP collective bargaining agreement for 2022-2023 (12-0)
• Approved $25M Securitas security contract (postponed to 12-20)
• Approved $40M natural gas purchase order with Encore Energy (12-0)
• Approved $4.57M snow removal equipment purchase for DIA (12-0)
• Approved $18.3M multifamily housing revenue bonds for Northfield Flats (12-0)
• Approved historic district designation for East Seventh Avenue-Steele Street Extension (10-0)
• Approved landmark designation for Pancratia Hall (10-0)

Budget and Policy Committee

The Denver Budget and Policy Committee will review a briefing regarding an opioid update to the City Council. The presentation, item 21-1530, will be delivered by Chief Administrative Officer Kristin Bronson.

• Opioid Update to City Council (21-1530)

The Budget and Policy Committee convened with 7 members present and 6 absent. The only agenda item was a briefing on opioids (item 21-1530), with no formal decisions, approvals, or votes recorded.

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to restructure the city's weapons code and prohibit non-serialized firearms. Other items include funding amendments for child abuse medical evaluations and a grant for contact tracing.

• Ordinance to restructure weapons code and prohibit non-serialized firearms (21-1493)
• Donation of the granite fallen officer memorial to Denver Police Museum (21-1403)
• $497,181 increase for child abuse and neglect medical evaluation services (21-1467)
• $1,048,570 grant for ARPA-funded contact tracing and outreach (21-1490)

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved for filing Council Bill 21-1493, which restructures Denver's weapons code, clarifies offenses involving minors and non-weapons, and prohibits non-serialized firearms. The motion passed 6-0 with one absence. Three consent items were also approved: donating a granite fallen officer memorial to the Denver Police Museum, amending a Denver Health agreement for child abuse evaluations, and accepting ARPA funding for COVID-19 outreach.

• Approved for filing weapons code restructuring bill 21-1493 (6-0)
• Approved surplus donation of granite fallen officer memorial to Denver Police Museum (consent)
• Approved $497,181 amendment to Denver Health child abuse evaluation agreement (consent)
• Approved $1,048,570 ARPA grant for COVID-19 contact tracing and outreach (consent)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee will receive a quarterly update from Denver International Airport officials. Members will also consider several consent items regarding airport infrastructure and services.

• $14,084,973.24 contract with CenturyLink Communications for an optical transport network at DIA
• $7,911,117.52 contract with Garver, LLC for design and construction services for Taxiway EE at DIA
• $3,841,638.49 purchase order with Twist Aero, LLC for electric Pre-Conditioned Air units at DIA

The committee approved three airport-related contracts en bloc: $3.84M for 38 electric pre-conditioned air units, $14.08M for an optical transport network, and $7.91M for Taxiway EE design services. All items passed 4-0 with three members absent. A quarterly update from Denver International Airport was also presented.

• Approved $3,841,638.49 purchase order for 38 electric PCA units (4-0)
• Approved $14,084,973.24 contract with CenturyLink/Lumen for optical transport network (4-0)
• Approved $7,911,117.52 contract with Garver, LLC for Taxiway EE design services (4-0)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The committee is considering a map amendment to rezone property at 2000 Blake Street. It will also review multiple contract amendments for maintenance, bridge construction, and boring services. Additionally, the committee will consider a subdivision plat for Monaco-Evans Subdivision.

• Rezoning of 2000 Blake Street to C-MX-8
• $8,000,000 increase to Murphy Company Mechanical Contractors and Engineers contract
• $2,000,000 increases for five bridge and structural construction contracts
• Rezoning of 901 North Kearney Street to E-SU-D1x
• Approval of Monaco-Evans Subdivision plat

The committee voted 5-0 to approve Council Bill 21-1455, a map amendment rezoning 2000 Blake Street from PUD 329 and B-8 with waivers, UO-1, UO-2 to C-MX-8. It also approved, by consent en bloc, a second rezoning (901 North Kearney Street), a subdivision plat, and multiple contract amendments for citywide maintenance and construction services. All votes were 5-0, with two members absent.

• Approved rezoning of 2000 Blake Street to C-MX-8 (Bill 21-1455), 5-0.
• Approved rezoning of 901 North Kearney Street to E-SU-D1x (Bill 21-1437), en bloc.
• Approved $8M increase to Murphy Company contract for municipal building maintenance, new total $20M, extended to 3-28-24.
• Approved $2M increases to five bridge/structural contracts (ABCO, Hallmark, J.M.G, SEMA, Structures), each to $5M, extended to 2024.
• Approved one-year extensions for two directional boring contracts (Global Underground, Colorado Boring Co.), no amount change.
• Approved subdivision plat for Monaco-Evans Subdivision Filing No. 1.

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider several mayoral appointments and annual tax levies for the City, School District No. 1, and special districts. The agenda also includes property acquisition authority for intersection improvements at E 26th Avenue and Downing Street.

• $1,300,000 contract with Sterling Infosystems, Inc. for background screening services
• Property acquisition for intersection improvements at E 26th Avenue and Downing Street
• Annual City Property Tax Mill Levy for 2021
• Annual tax levy for School District No. 1
• Mayoral appointments to various city boards

The Finance & Governance Committee approved all consent items en bloc by a 7-0 vote, including the 2021 property tax mill levies for the city, school district, and special districts, several mayoral appointments to boards and commissions, a contract for background screening services, and authority to acquire property for an intersection improvement at East 26th Avenue and Downing Street. The committee also received a briefing on precincting from the Clerk and Recorder.

• Approved 2021 city property tax mill levy (7-0)
• Approved 2021 school district tax levy (7-0)
• Approved 2021 special districts tax levy (7-0)
• Approved appointment of John Chapman IV to Bluebird Improvement District Board (7-0)
• Approved appointment of JaLisa Williams to Denver African American Commission (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Patricia Barela Rivera to Career Service Board (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Steven White to Metropolitan Football Stadium District Board (7-0)
• Approved $1.3M contract with Sterling Infosystems for background screening (7-0)

Mayor-Council

The December 7, 2021, Mayor-Council meeting was cancelled, and all scheduled items were moved forward on the consent agenda. The agenda included various departmental contracts, appointments, and zoning amendments for approval.

• $40,000,000 master purchase order for natural gas at Denver International Airport
• Rezoning of 4151 North Fillmore Street from E-SU-B to U-RH-2.5
• $206,000,000 contract amendment for employee medical benefit plans
• $4,571,019.40 purchase order for snow removal equipment at Denver International Airport
• $18,300,000 bond issuance intent for Northfield Flats affordable housing

City Council

The Denver City Council is considering several resolutions regarding city contracts and appointments. Items include agreements for energy conservation equipment, traffic signal upgrades, and airport maintenance services. The council will also review various board appointments and contract amendments.

• $2,935,650.01 contract with Sturgeon Electric Company for traffic signal upgrades in Districts 1, 5, and 10
• Up to $15 million capital lease purchase agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank for energy equipment
• $908,876.16 contract with HID Global Corporation for maintenance at Denver International Airport
• $1,200,000 contract with Goserco, Inc. for Denver 911 system support and maintenance
• $1,334,700 contract amendment for preconstruction services at the National Western Center

The Denver City Council approved a $700 million interim note for Denver International Airport projects and a ban on flavored tobacco sales. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including airport shuttle services, energy conservation agreements, and a $1.985 million loan for a 127-unit affordable housing project. Several bills were introduced for future consideration, including a historic district designation and zoning changes.

• Approved $700M interim note for airport capital projects (21-1388), 10-1.
• Approved ban on flavored tobacco sales (21-1182), 8-3.
• Approved consent agenda with 20+ resolutions, including airport shuttle contract amendment, energy performance agreements, and affordable housing loan.
• Approved $1.985M loan for Central Park III Apartments, a 127-unit affordable housing project.
• Approved $2.4M for South Platte River flood control design and construction.
• Approved $4.88M contract for storm drain extension on Marion Street.
• Ordered published bills for RTD Ecopass, ARPA van purchase, and retirement plan funding changes.
• Scheduled public hearings for historic district and zoning changes.

Public Safety Working Group

The Public Safety Working Group will receive briefings regarding policy recommendations from the Reimagining Policing Task Force and the Office of the District Attorney. The session includes a presentation of item 21-1495 by DA McCann.

• Briefing on Reimagining Policing Task Force policy recommendations (21-1495)

The Public Safety Working Group received a briefing on policy recommendations from the Office of the District Attorney and the Reimagining Policing Task Force. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

Budget and Policy Committee

The committee will receive a briefing regarding a historic preservation update (21-1494). No other substantive items or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Historic Preservation Update 21-1494

The Budget and Policy Committee met on December 6, 2021, with 8 members present and 5 absent. The only agenda item was a briefing (21-1494) on historic preservation, which was informational only. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Heard briefing 21-1494 on historic preservation (informational only, no action taken)

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is considering an ordinance to reduce speed limits on streets and highways where limits are not posted. Members will also review contract amendments that add funding to several programs for rental assistance and homeless prevention.

• Ordinance to reduce speed limits on unposted streets and highways (21-1475)
• Contract amendment with Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. adding $1,262,255 for TRUA administration (21-1438)
• Contract amendment with Northeast Denver Housing Center, Inc. adding $1,300,000 for TRUA administration (21-1439)
• Contract amendment with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. adding $1,000,000 for homeless prevention services (21-1440)

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved Council Bill 21-1475, which reduces speed limits on streets and highways where speed limits are not posted, for filing. The motion passed 6-0 with one member absent. The committee also approved three consent resolutions amending contracts for rental and utility assistance and homeless prevention services.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1475 to reduce speed limits on unposted streets (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1438, adding $1,262,255 to Brothers Redevelopment contract for TRUA program
• Approved Resolution 21-1439, adding $1,300,000 to Northeast Denver Housing Center contract for TRUA program
• Approved Resolution 21-1440, adding $1,000,000 to Jewish Family Service contract for homeless prevention and rapid rehousing

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee is reviewing several concession agreements for Denver International Airport locations. It is also considering purchase orders for natural gas heating and snow removal equipment. Additionally, members will consider an amendment to restaurant worker relief grant funding.

• $40,000,000 master purchase order with Encore Energy Services for natural gas heating
• Concession agreement for Elway’s Taproom & Grill and others at DIA Concourse A
• $4,571,019.40 purchase order for five pieces of snow removal equipment for DIA
• $100,000 contract amendment for restaurant worker relief grants
• Lease agreement with SkyWest Airlines for space in Concourse B

The committee approved four concession agreements at Denver International Airport, including one with DIA F&B Concession, LLC (Elway's Taproom & Grill, Tacos Tequila Whiskey, Peets Coffee) with a minimum annual guarantee of $1,412,710, and three with WH Smith DEN, LLC for WH Smith, Market 5280, and River North News locations. All four resolutions passed 6-0, with Councilmember Gilmore absent. The committee also approved four consent items en bloc, including a $40 million natural gas purchase order and a snow removal equipment purchase.

• Approved Resolution 21-1460: concession agreement with DIA F&B Concession, LLC (Elway's Taproom & Grill, Tacos Tequila Whiskey, Peets Coffee) at Concourse A, min. annual guarantee $1,412,710
• Approved Resolution 21-1461: concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC (WH Smith) at Concourse A, min. annual guarantee $773,500
• Approved Resolution 21-1462: concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC (Market 5280) at Concourse A, min. annual guarantee $663,000
• Approved Resolution 21-1463: concession agreement with WH Smith DEN, LLC (River North News) at Concourse B, min. annual guarantee $773,500
• Approved en bloc Resolution 21-1411: master purchase order with Encore Energy Services, Inc. for $40,000,000 for natural gas
• Approved en bloc Resolution 21-1433: amended contract with Colorado Restaurant Foundation, adding $100,000 (new total $960,000) and extending to 4-30-22
• Approved en bloc Resolution 21-1445: purchase order with M-B Co, Inc. for $4,571,019.40 for five snow removal equipment pieces
• Approved en bloc Resolution 21-1464: lease agreement with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. for 8,067.7 sq ft at Concourse B ramp level

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The committee will consider several land use changes including historic district designations and property rezonings. It will also review funding increases for the Denver Public Schools Crossing Guard Program and contract extensions for park services.

• Designation of East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension
• Landmark designation for Pancratia Hall at 3001 South Federal Boulevard
• Rezoning of 2137 Glenarm Place and 4151 North Fillmore Street
• $279,759.23 increase to the Denver Public Schools Crossing Guard Program
• Contract extension for food/beverage services at Washington Park and City Park

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee approved four action items and three consent items, all by a 7-0 vote. The action items include designating the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension, designating Pancratia Hall as an individual landmark, and two rezoning requests. The consent items include an amendment to the Denver Public Schools crossing guard agreement, a rezoning on North Yates Street, and an extension of a concession contract with TeamFun, LLC.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1365, designating the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension for preservation, including 19 primary structures on North Steele Street.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1429, designating Pancratia Hall at 3001 South Federal Boulevard as an individual Denver landmark.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1406, rezoning property at 2137 Glenarm Place from R-3, UO-3 to G-RX-5.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1432, rezoning property at 4151 North Fillmore Street from E-SU-B to U-RH-2.5.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1420, amending the intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools to add $279,759.23 and extend the Crossing Guard Program to 6-30-22.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1431, rezoning properties at 4525 and 4517 North Yates Street from U-SU-C1 to U-SU-A1.
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1441, extending the concession contract with TeamFun, LLC to 12-31-22 for services at Washington Park and City Park.

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will review several contract amendments and appointments. This includes funding for affordable housing, employee medical benefits, and municipal software.

• $25,000,000 contract with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for security personnel
• $18,300,000 in bonds for the Northfield Flats affordable housing project
• $63,000,000 amendment to UnitedHealthcare medical benefit plans
• $8,400,000 addition to Fast Enterprises, LLC contract for tax software
• $30 lease for an emergency shelter at 4330 East 48th Avenue

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council meeting includes decisions on departmental contracts, appointments, and budget adjustments. Notable actions include reallocating funds to the Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund and approving several infrastructure and audit agreements.

• Rescinding up to $49,000,000 from the General Fund for the Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund
• A $4,881,198 contract with BT Construction, Inc. for Marion Street storm drain extensions
• A $3,309,200 contract with BDO USA, LLP for the City's annual financial audit
• Adding $922,487 to a contract for Denver Central Library Renovation design services
• An agreement with Colorado Department of Human Services for $642,010.82 for the Disability Navigator Program

City Council

The Denver City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city contracts and agreements. These items include funding for employee medical benefits, airport services, and infrastructure projects. The council will also consider a loan for affordable housing development.

• $38,724,012.59 contract with Ames Construction, Inc. for 56th Avenue widening
• $33 million increase to Standard Insurance Company contract for employee benefits
• $10 million increase to Denver Health Medical Plan, Inc. contract for medical benefits
• $1,592,620 contract with Big Toe Towing, LLC for airport towing services
• $1,665,000 loan for Central Park II Apartments affordable housing project

The Denver City Council voted to advance a ban on flavored tobacco products, amending the ordinance to delay its implementation to July 1, 2023. Attempts to exempt menthol-flavored products and specialty tobacco retailers from the ban failed. The council also approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including a $38.7 million design-build contract for widening 56th Avenue, and postponed final consideration of the Fox Park redevelopment agreement.

• Approved the consent agenda, including contracts for airport towing, elevator inspections, and parking citation collections.
• Approved a $38.7 million contract with Ames Construction for 56th Avenue widening design-build services.
• Postponed final consideration of the Fox Park Urban Renewal Authority cooperation agreement to a later public hearing.
• Approved a $1.67 million loan for the 90-unit Central Park II Apartments affordable housing project.
• Amended the flavored tobacco ban to delay its effective date to July 1, 2023.
• Rejected amendments to exempt menthol-flavored tobacco and specialty tobacco retailers from the ban.
• Ordered published a bill authorizing up to $700 million in interim airport notes for capital projects.
• Approved rezoning for two properties to allow accessory dwelling units.

Budget and Policy Committee

The Budget and Policy Committee will review briefings, including updates for Landmark Ordinance 21-1474. The agenda also includes an attendance roll call.

• Landmark Ordinance Updates 21-1474

The Budget and Policy Committee met on November 29, 2021, with 9 members present and 4 absent. The only agenda item was a briefing on Landmark Ordinance Updates (item 21-1474). No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Heard briefing 21-1474 on Landmark Ordinance Updates; no action taken

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included a consent item regarding an agreement with the Colorado Department of Human Services.

• $642,010.82 intergovernmental agreement with Colorado Department of Human Services for the Disability Navigator Program

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee meeting was canceled on November 24, 2021. The consent agenda was included and approved, which included Council Bill 21-1416, an intergovernmental agreement with the Colorado Department of Human Services for $642,010.82 to fund the Disability Navigator Program through June 30, 2022.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1416 by consent: intergovernmental agreement with Colorado Department of Human Services for $642,010.82 to implement the Disability Navigator Program, assisting persons with disabilities in applying for or appealing federal SSI benefits.

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding Denver International Airport contracts.

• Amendment to ABM Aviation, Inc. contract for shuttle bus management at DIA
• $908,876.16 contract with HID Global Corporation for aviation identity system maintenance

The Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was included and acted upon. Two council resolutions were approved by consent: one amending a contract with ABM Aviation for shuttle bus management at Denver International Airport, and another approving a contract with HID Global Corporation for maintenance and support of the Aviation Identity Management System. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved by consent Council Resolution 21-1418, amending the ABM Aviation shuttle bus management contract at Denver International Airport, with no change to contract amount or duration.
• Approved by consent Council Resolution 21-1419, approving a $908,876.16 contract with HID Global Corporation for three years, with two one-year options, for Aviation Identity Management System maintenance and support.

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The scheduled committee meeting for November 23, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding drainage improvements, library renovations, and street contracts.

• $4,420,570 total for South Platte River drainage improvements in Council District 7
• $4,881,198 contract to extend a storm drain system along Marion Street
• $4,288,934 total for Denver Central Library Renovation design services
• $974,029.28 contract for digitization of physical files
• Vacating four portions of right of way near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee Street

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee canceled its November 23, 2021 meeting but approved five consent agenda items. These included contracts for file digitization, storm drain construction, library design services, a flood control agreement amendment, and a right-of-way vacation. All items were approved by consent without discussion.

• Approved contract with Rocky Mountain Microfilm and Imaging for $974,029.28 for file digitization
• Approved amended agreement with Mile High Flood District adding $3.8M for South Platte flood control
• Approved contract with BT Construction for $4,881,198 for Marion Street storm drain extension
• Approved amended contract with STUDIOTROPE adding $922,487 for Denver Central Library design
• Approved vacation of four right-of-way portions near West Ohio Avenue and South Cherokee Street

Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will review amendments to the 1963 Retirement Plan's funding requirements and a transfer of up to $49,000,000 to the Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for auditing services and system maintenance.

• Transfer of up to $49,000,000 from General Fund to Coronavirus Emergency Response Fund
• $1,200,000 contract with Goserco, Inc. for Denver 911 system maintenance
• $584,963 agreement with RTD for the ECOPASS transportation program
• $3,309,200 contract with BDO USA, LLP for annual financial and federal audits
• Amendments to funding requirements for the 1963 Retirement Plan

The Finance & Governance Committee approved two action items. Council Bill 21-1424, adding actuarial analysis and funding requirements for the 1963 Retirement Plan, was approved 7-0. Council Bill 21-1425, rescinding up to $49,000,000 from General Fund appropriations to support ongoing COVID-19 emergency needs in 2022, was approved 6-0 with one absence. All consent items were approved, including contracts for Denver 911 system support, RTD ECOPASS, audits, and mayoral appointments.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1424 (7-0) to add actuarial analysis and funding requirements for the 1963 Retirement Plan's unfunded liability.
• Approved Council Bill 21-1425 (6-0, Ortega absent) to rescind up to $49,000,000 from General Fund appropriations for COVID-19 emergency response in 2022.
• Approved by consent: contract with Goserco, Inc. for $1,200,000 for Denver 911 system support through 12-31-26.
• Approved by consent: intergovernmental agreement with RTD for $584,963 for ECOPASS program for 2022.
• Approved by consent: mayoral appointment of Dwayne Glapion to Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs.
• Approved by consent: mayoral appointment of Christopher Bishop to Colfax Business Improvement District Board.
• Approved by consent: mayoral appointments of Andrea Kuwik and Erin Burke-Leaver to Denver Commission on Aging.
• Approved by consent: contracts with BKD, LLP ($538,455), Moss Adams, LLP ($946,000), and BDO USA, LLP ($3,309,200) for audits.

Mayor-Council

The meeting includes decisions regarding public health, housing stability, and infrastructure. Items range from amending homelessness service contracts to approving large-scale road construction projects. The council will also review various airport and transportation service agreements.

• Resolution to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories
• $38,724,012.59 contract for 56th Avenue design-build services
• $1,665,000 loan agreement for Central Park II Apartments
• $1,592,620 contract for towing services at Denver International Airport
• $20,000,000 contract amendment for employee medical benefit plans

City Council

The Council will review a notification of intent to issue Airport System Subordinate Revenue Bonds and various service contracts. The agenda includes decisions on employee medical benefits, security staffing for arts venues, and solar energy initiatives. Additionally, the Council will consider several subdivision plats and maintenance agreements.

• Intent to issue Airport System Subordinate Revenue Bonds up to $700 million
• $14 million increase to Argus Event Staffing contract for venue security
• $91 million contract with Kaiser Permanente for employee medical benefits
• $26 million agreement for community solar and electric vehicle chargers
• $2,361,100 FEMA grant for firefighter breathing apparatus

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved for filing a bill banning flavored tobacco products and accessories, and approved en bloc several contracts and loans totaling over $12 million for homeless services and affordable housing. All items passed unanimously with 7 aye votes and 0 nay votes.

• Approved for filing Council Bill 21-1182 banning flavored tobacco products and accessories (7-0)
• Approved $1M contract amendment with Busco, Inc. for homeless transportation (7-0)
• Approved $2.5M contract amendment with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for rehousing services (7-0)
• Approved $4.5M contract amendment with The Salvation Army for rapid rehousing and prevention (7-0)
• Approved $1.665M loan to Northeast Denver Housing Center for Central Park II Apartments (7-0)
• Approved $1.985M loan to Northeast Denver Housing Center for Central Park III Apartments (7-0)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee approved two action items for filing. Council Bill 21-1387 authorizes up to $35 million in airport subordinate revenue bonds to refund existing airport bonds and pay issuance costs. Council Bill 21-1388 authorizes up to $700 million in interim note obligations for airport capital improvement projects. Both passed 7-0. The committee also entered executive session and approved three consent resolutions.

• Approved 21-1387 for filing: $35M airport revenue bond refunding, 7-0
• Approved 21-1388 for filing: $700M interim airport funding for capital projects, 7-0
• Approved entering executive session, 7-0
• Approved by consent 21-1381: added $110,400 to ASKREPLY contract for LCP Tracker system
• Approved by consent 21-1382: $1,592,620 towing services contract at Denver International Airport
• Approved by consent 21-1383: $675,713 elevator inspection services contract at Denver International Airport

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee approved all action items, including a revocable license with Colorado Village Collaborative for a Safe Outdoor Space at 3815 North Steele Street, and several energy conservation measures. It also approved a block of consent items, including contracts for parking collections and employee benefits. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved revocable license with Colorado Village Collaborative for Safe Outdoor Space at 3815 N Steele St (7-0)
• Approved rescinding $1,470,171 from completed maintenance projects for energy conservation (7-0)
• Approved transferring $2,800,000 from Climate Protection Fund to capital projects (7-0)
• Approved Energy Performance Agreement with Ameresco, Inc. for $708,218 (7-0)
• Approved Energy Performance Agreement with McKinstry Essention, LLC for $2,346,783 (7-0)
• Approved purchase order with McKinstry Essention, LLC for $735,094 (7-0)
• Authorized capital lease purchase agreement up to $15,000,000 for energy equipment (7-0)
• Approved consent items including $1.5M collections contract and $33M benefits contract amendment (7-0)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee approved a rezoning of 8890 East Lowry Boulevard from R-4 w/ waivers to S-MX-5 (7-0). All other action items were approved en bloc by a 7-0 vote, including a second rezoning at 1200 Eudora Street, several contract amendments for design and construction services, and a new traffic signal contract.

• Approved rezoning at 8890 East Lowry Boulevard to S-MX-5 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1200 Eudora Street to U-SU-C1 (7-0)
• Approved $485,868.92 contract amendment with RS&H for sidewalk design (7-0)
• Approved $2,935,650.01 contract with Sturgeon Electric for traffic signal upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $2,999,962 contract amendment with David Evans for 56th Avenue widening design (7-0)
• Approved $38,724,012.59 contract with Ames Construction for 56th Avenue widening (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment with HKS Architects for Stockyards Event Center design (7-0)
• Approved $1,334,700 contract amendment with Whiting Turner for Livestock Center preconstruction (7-0)

City Council

The Denver City Council is reviewing resolutions for various city contracts and grant agreements. This includes funding for office printing services and emergency management programs. The council will also consider introducing 2022 operating budgets for multiple business improvement districts.

• $7.5 million contract with Xerox Corporation for copiers and managed print services
• $2.8 million grant agreement with Colorado Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
• $625,000 contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado for rapid re-housing services
• $1,735,000 increase to a GovOS, Inc. contract for marriage and civil union software
• 2022 operating budgets for various Business Improvement Districts

Budget and Policy Committee

The Budget and Policy Committee will receive a briefing regarding 311 services. The provided agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.

• 311 Briefing (21-1395)

The Budget and Policy Committee met on November 15, 2021, with 10 members present and 3 absent. The only agenda item was a briefing on the city's 311 service (item 21-1395). No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• No decisions made; meeting consisted solely of a 311 briefing

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee will review an amendment to a contract with Argus Event Staffing, LLC to increase funding for event security and services. The agenda also includes a purchase order for new snow removal equipment for Denver International Airport.

• Contract amendment with Argus Event Staffing, LLC adding $14,000,000 for event security and staffing
• Purchase order with M-B Co, Inc. for $4,526,164 to buy five pieces of snow removal equipment for Denver International Airport

The committee approved a contract amendment with Argus Event Staffing, LLC, adding $14,000,000 for a new total of $34,000,000 and extending the term to December 31, 2022, for security, crowd control, ushering, parking supervision, and vaccination verification at Denver Arts & Venues events. The vote was 7-0. The committee also approved a $4,526,164 purchase order for five pieces of snow removal equipment for Denver International Airport as part of a consent block, also 7-0.

• Approved $14M contract increase for Argus Event Staffing (7-0)
• Approved $4.5M purchase order for snow removal equipment for DIA (7-0)

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is reviewing several contracts related to energy efficiency and housing electrification. This includes agreements for community solar facilities and weatherization services for low-income residents. The agenda also covers a FEMA grant for firefighter equipment.

• $26,000,000 agreement with McKinstry Essention, LLC for community solar and EV chargers
• $923,203 contract for Forum Apartments electrification at 250 West 14th Avenue
• $2,361,100 FEMA grant for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus equipment
• $2,400,000 contract with Energy Outreach Colorado for energy efficiency services
• $330,000 amendment to NEWSED Community Development Corps contract for MWBE support

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved three action items and five consent items. The largest action was a $26 million master operator agreement with McKinstry Essention, LLC for community solar and electric vehicle chargers. Also approved were a $923,203 contract for electrifying the Forum Apartments and the 2022 Denver Health operating agreement. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent.

• Approved $26M master operator agreement with McKinstry Essention for community solar and EV chargers (5-0)
• Approved $923,203 contract with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for Forum Apartments electrification (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Denver Health and Hospital Authority operating agreement (5-0)
• Approved $2,361,100 FEMA grant for firefighter breathing apparatus (consent)
• Approved $330,000 contract amendment with NEWSED for MWBE COVID-19 support (consent)
• Approved $2,400,000 contract with Energy Outreach Colorado for energy efficiency services (consent)
• Approved $1,050,000 contract with Energy Resource Center for weatherization (consent)
• Approved $1,080,000 contract with Groundwork Denver for energy outreach (consent)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The committee will consider several zoning amendments, including changes to properties in the East Colfax neighborhood and at 901 Navajo Street. The agenda also includes an update on Denver Moves and approvals for subdivision plats at Pena Station and Central Parking.

• Rezoning multiple properties in East Colfax from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x
• Rezoning 901 Navajo Street from I-A, UO-2 to C-MX-8
• Update on Denver Moves
• Subdivision plat for Pena Station
• Subdivision plat for Central Parking

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee approved all action and consent items on the agenda, including rezoning in East Colfax, a zoning code correction for accessory dwelling units, a rezoning at 901 Navajo Street, a rezoning at 4736 North Pennsylvania Street, two subdivision plats, and an alley vacation. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent. The committee also received a briefing on Denver Moves.

• Approved rezoning of multiple properties in East Colfax from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x (6-0)
• Approved zoning code correction for maximum building footprint of detached ADUs in E-SU districts (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 901 Navajo Street from I-A, UO-2 to C-MX-8 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 4736 North Pennsylvania Street from E-SU-D to U-SU-C1 (6-0)
• Approved subdivision plat for Pena Station Filing No. 3 (6-0)
• Approved subdivision plat for Central Parking Filing No. 60 (6-0)
• Approved alley vacation bounded by E. 16th Ave, E. Colfax Ave, N. Valentia St, N. Verbena St (6-0)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider redevelopment plans for the Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Area. The meeting includes a briefing on psilocybin decriminalization and several consent items. These items include funding transfers for climate protection and employee medical benefit contracts.

• Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Area plans in Council District 9
• $91,000,000 contract with Kaiser Permanente Insurance Company for medical benefits
• $570,000 contract with Mile High Youth Corps for energy and water audits
• $18,000,000 transfer to the Climate Protection Capital Projects Fund
• Briefing on psilocybin decriminalization

The Finance & Governance Committee approved all action items, including the Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Plan and a cooperation agreement with the Denver Urban Renewal Authority for tax increment financing. It also approved amended service plans for two West Globeville metro districts and the Fox North development agreement. Consent items were approved en bloc, including a $91M Kaiser Permanente medical benefits contract and a $570K Mile High Youth Corps contract. A briefing on psilocybin decriminalization was received.

• Approved cooperation agreement with Denver Urban Renewal Authority for Fox Park tax increment financing (7-0)
• Approved Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Plan creating redevelopment and tax increment areas (7-0)
• Approved amended service plans for West Globeville Metropolitan Districts No. 1 and No. 2 (7-0)
• Approved Fox North Amended and Restated Development Agreement (7-0)
• Approved new Climate Protection Capital Projects fund (consent, 7-0)
• Approved $18M transfer to Climate Protection Capital Projects Fund for community solar (consent, 7-0)
• Approved $570K Mile High Youth Corps contract for energy/water audits (consent, 7-0)
• Approved $91M Kaiser Permanente medical benefits contract (consent, 7-0)

Mayor-Council

The meeting includes proposals to amend building codes regarding energy performance and greenhouse gas reductions. The council will also consider various contract amendments, budget updates for local maintenance districts, and new grant agreements.

• Resolution to require energy performance and greenhouse gas reductions in commercial and multifamily buildings
• Contract amendment with GovOS, Inc. adding $1,735,000 for software system services
• $625,000 contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado for rapid re-housing services
• $888,050 increase to a contract with Point b(e) Strategies, LLC for I/DD service providers
• $2,800,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

City Council

The Denver City Council will review the Mayor’s proposed 2022 budget. The agenda also includes resolutions for trail improvements, affordable housing loans, and airport service contracts.

• $9,999,750 grant for South Platte Regional Trail Improvements
• $2,450,000 loan for 49 affordable units at Chestnut Place Condominiums
• $700,000 contract with HNTB Corporation for airport geospatial support
• $1,492,284.67 increase to the FEMA COVID-19 Public Assistance Grant
• Amendment to SCI Colorado Funeral Services contract for corpse removal services

The Denver City Council adopted the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget with an 11-1 vote (one absent). It also approved a $100.1 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending allocation, including $73.5 million for recovery and $25.3 million for revenue loss. Several contracts and grants were approved, including two $700,000 geospatial support contracts for Denver International Airport and a $2.45 million loan for 49 affordable condominiums. The council also approved two zoning changes after public hearings.

• Adopted Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget (11-1, 1 absent)
• Approved $100.1M ARPA spending allocation (12-1)
• Approved $700K HNTB geospatial contract for DIA (12-1)
• Approved $700K Woolpert geospatial contract for DIA (12-1)
• Approved $2.45M loan for 49-unit Chestnut Place affordable condos (13-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1090 S Dayton St to open space (13-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3255 N Newton St to allow ADU (13-0)
• Approved $6.4M CDOT grant for South Platte Regional Trail (13-0)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The committee will consider action items to approve 2022 operating plans and budgets for several improvement and business improvement districts. This includes budget amendments for the Denver Tourism Improvement District and the Colfax-Mayfair Business Improvement District.

• 2022 Annual Plan and Operating Budget for Denver Tourism Improvement District
• 2022 Work Plan and Budget for Gateway Village General Improvement District
• 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Downtown Denver Business Improvement District
• 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Colfax Business Improvement District
• 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for RiNo Denver General Improvement District

The committee approved all 16 action items, which set 2022 operating plans and budgets for various improvement districts across Denver, including the Denver Tourism Improvement District, Gateway Village, 14th Street, RiNo, Cherry Creek North, Colfax, Old South Gaylord, Cherry Creek Subarea, Downtown Denver, West Colfax, Federal Boulevard, Bluebird, Colfax-Mayfair, Santa Fe, RiNo, and Five Points. Each item was approved unanimously (7-0) for filing. A briefing on 2022 Improvement District Operating Plans and Budgets was also presented.

• Approved 2022 Annual Plan and Operating Budget for Denver Tourism Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Work Plan and Budget for Gateway Village General Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Work Plan and Budget for 14th Street General Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Work Plan and Budget for RiNo Denver General Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Colfax Business Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Old South Gaylord Business Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Operating Plan and Budget for Cherry Creek Subarea Business Improvement District (7-0)

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is considering amendments to the Denver Revised Municipal Code regarding building energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions. The meeting also includes reviews of contracts for community corrections, rapid re-housing, and I/DD service reimbursements.

• $1,350,000 contract with The Empowerment Program, Inc. for women's community corrections at 4280 Kearney Street
• Amendments to Denver Revised Municipal Code regarding building energy performance and emissions reductions
• $888,050 increase to Point b(e) Strategies, LLC contract for I/DD service provider reimbursements
• $625,000 contract with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Inc. for rapid re-housing services

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved two action items and two consent items. Council Bill 21-1310, which amends city code to require energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions reductions in existing commercial and multifamily buildings, was approved for filing by a 7-0 vote. Council Resolution 21-1251, a $1.35 million contract with The Empowerment Program for community corrections case management for women, was also approved 7-0. Two consent items were approved: a contract amendment with Point b(e) Strategies for $888,050 and a $625,000 contract with Jewish Family Service for rapid re-housing services.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1310 requiring energy performance and emissions reductions in existing buildings (7-0)
• Approved $1,350,000 contract with The Empowerment Program for women's community corrections services (7-0)
• Approved consent item 21-1302, adding $888,050 to Point b(e) Strategies contract
• Approved consent item 21-1303, $625,000 contract with Jewish Family Service for rapid re-housing

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee will consider amending the Denver Revised Municipal Code to modify admission fees for Four Mile Historic Parks. The committee will also review 2022 annual costs for the maintenance and repair of several pedestrian mall districts and a permit revocation at 1580 Julian Street.

• Modifying admission fees for Four Mile Historic Parks
• Approving 2022 maintenance costs for various Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance Districts
• Revoking a right-of-way permit at 1580 Julian Street

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee approved Council Bill 21-1313, amending Denver Revised Municipal Code Section 39-121 to modify fees for Four Mile Historic Park admissions, by a 7-0 vote. The committee also approved 13 consent items en bloc by a 7-0 vote, including annual costs for various pedestrian mall local maintenance districts and revocation of a revocable permit for an encroachment at 1580 Julian Street.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1313 to modify Four Mile Historic Park admission fees (7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for Broadway Viaduct Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for 22nd Street and Park Avenue West Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for Consolidated Morrison Road Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for Skyline Park Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for West 38th Avenue Phase I Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved 2022 costs for Expanded Greektown Pedestrian Mall Local Maintenance District (consent, 7-0)
• Approved revocation of revocable permit for encroachment at 1580 Julian Street (consent, 7-0)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Denver Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing several action items regarding city funds. This includes rescinding $10,950,000 from the General Fund Contingency to address 2021 and 2022 needs. The committee is also considering the establishment of various new special revenue funds for transportation, small business, and ADA improvements.

• Rescinding $10,950,000 from General Fund Contingency for 2021 and 2022 needs
• Approving a $7,500,000 contract with Xerox Corporation for managed print services
• Establishing the "DOJ Settlement ADA Improvements" Fund
• Amending a GovOS, Inc. contract by adding $1,735,000
• Approving a $2,800,000 grant agreement with Colorado Department of Homeland Security

The Finance & Governance Committee approved all action items and consent items on the agenda, including establishing new special revenue funds for redaction services, DOJ ADA improvements, and various other programs. It also approved fund transfers totaling $10.95 million and $4.04 million to address 2021 and 2022 needs, and approved a $7.5 million contract with Xerox for copier services. All votes were 6-0, with Ortega absent.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1296 establishing Redaction Services Special Revenue Fund (6-0)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1297 establishing DOJ Settlement ADA Improvements Fund (6-0)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1307 rescinding $10,950,000 from General Fund Contingency and authorizing appropriations (6-0)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1308 rescinding $4,040,000 from General Fund agency appropriations and authorizing transfers (6-0)
• Approved consent items en bloc including fund renames, new funds, and contract approvals (6-0)
• Approved $7,500,000 contract with Xerox Corporation for copier and print services (6-0)
• Approved $2,800,000 grant agreement with Colorado DHSEM for UASI program (6-0)
• Approved naming Council Chamber the Cathy Reynolds Council Chamber (6-0)

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council is considering a five-year strategic plan for housing stability and homelessness. The agenda also includes several contract amendments for airport services and various infrastructure projects.

• $9,999,750 grant for South Platte Regional Trail improvements
• $1,391,579 contract with Mental Health Center of Denver to expand the STAR program
• Rezoning of property at 4124 E 18th Avenue
• $700,000 contract with HNTB Corporation for airport geospatial services
• $708,621 grant for the Denver District Attorney Adult Diversion Program

City Council

The Denver City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and resolutions regarding city services and infrastructure. Items include funding for airport construction, COVID-19 relief for artists, and temporary housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The council is also considering an ordinance to allocate $100.1 million from the American Rescue Plan Act Grant Fund.

• $42,405,643.90 contract with Flatiron Constructors, Inc. for a new taxiway at Denver International Airport
• $1,020,000 agreement with RedLine to distribute COVID-19 relief aid to artists and non-profits
• $8,413,000 total contract with JBK Hotels, LLC for temporary housing for individuals experiencing homelessness
• $20 million master purchase order with Advanced Network Management, Inc. for Cisco products at DIA
• Ordinance to allocate $100.1 million from the American Rescue Plan Act Grant Fund

The Denver City Council voted on multiple amendments to the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget, rejecting all but one (which was withdrawn) and approving the consent agenda and several resolutions and bills. The council also approved a $100.1 million allocation in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Fund, a $42.4 million contract for a new taxiway at Denver International Airport, and several zoning changes and contracts.

• Withdrew CdeBaca Amendment No. 1 to the 2022 budget
• Rejected Flynn Amendment No. 1 to the 2022 budget (5-6)
• Rejected CdeBaca Amendments No. 2-14 to the 2022 budget (all failed)
• Approved $100.1M ARPA Grant Fund allocation (11-1)
• Approved $42.4M taxiway EE contract at DIA (12-0)
• Approved $1.02M RedLine COVID-19 relief contract (12-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2501-2531 N Ogden St (11-0)
• Approved rezoning at 600 S Canosa Ct (12-0)

Budget and Policy Committee

The Budget and Policy Committee will hold a briefing regarding the National Western Center. The meeting also includes an attendance roll call.

• National Western Center Update (21-1318)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting scheduled for October 27, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding Denver International Airport contracts and concessions.

• Three-year extension of concession agreements with American Express Travel Related Services Co., Inc. and Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc. at Denver International Airport
• Two-year extension for Veoci, Inc. electronic event logging solution at Denver International Airport
• $700,000 contract with HNTB Corporation for geospatial support services at Denver International Airport
• $700,000 contract with Woolpert, Inc. for geospatial support services at Denver International Airport

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included. Four council resolutions related to Denver International Airport were approved by consent: extending concession agreements with American Express Travel Related Services and Clear Channel Outdoor, approving a contract extension with Veoci, Inc., and approving two geospatial support service contracts with HNTB Corporation and Woolpert, Inc. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Council Resolution 21-1242 extending concession agreements with American Express and Clear Channel Outdoor by three years
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1243 amending contract with Veoci, Inc. adding two years to end date of 8-3-23
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1244 contract with HNTB Corporation for $700,000 for geospatial support services
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1245 contract with Woolpert, Inc. for $700,000 for geospatial support services

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is reviewing the Department of Housing Stability’s five-year strategic plan and proposed bans on flavored tobacco products. Members will also consider contract amendments for fire protection services in Sheridan and the expansion of the STAR mental health response program.

• Approval of the Department of Housing Stability Five-year Strategic Plan
• Proposed ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories
• $1,391,579 contract with Mental Health Center of Denver to expand the STAR program citywide
• $2,262,887.22 increase for fire protection services within the City of Sheridan
• $708,621 grant agreement with Caring for Denver Foundation for the Adult Diversion Program

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved the Department of Housing Stability Five-year Strategic Plan (Resolution 21-1233) unanimously, 7-0. It also approved an environmental smoke control amendment (Bill 21-1266) and postponed a flavored tobacco ban (Bill 21-1182) to November 17. Several consent items were approved, including a STAR program expansion contract and a Sheridan fire services agreement.

• Approved five-year housing stability plan (7-0)
• Approved environmental smoke control amendment (7-0)
• Postponed flavored tobacco ban to Nov 17 (7-0)
• Approved STAR program expansion contract with Mental Health Center of Denver ($1,391,579)
• Approved Sheridan fire services IGA amendment ($2,262,887.22 added)
• Approved Pro Tier Leadership contract amendment ($91,200 added)
• Approved Caring for Denver Foundation grant for DA diversion program ($708,621)
• Approved DPS hydroponic farm IGA extension (228 days)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The committee will receive a briefing on census results and initial mapping for redistricting. It will also consider several consent items, including a $9,999,750 grant for South Platte Regional Trail improvements. Other items involve property rezoning and land dedications.

• $9,999,750 grant for South Platte Regional Trail Improvements
• Rezoning of 4124 E 18th Avenue
• Briefing on census results and redistricting mapping
• Dedication of land for a public alley in Council District 5
• Land dedications for East 17th, East 19th, North Uinta, and North Ulster streets

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee met on October 26, 2021, and approved all consent items en bloc with a 6-0 vote (CdeBaca absent). These included a rezoning at 4124 E 18th Avenue, dedication of public alleys and streets, a $9,999,750 grant agreement for South Platte Regional Trail improvements, and relinquishment of easements. A briefing on redistricting was also held.

• Approved rezoning at 4124 E 18th Avenue from U-SU-C to U-SU-C1 (6-0)
• Approved dedication of public alley bounded by E 12th Ave, N Spruce St, E 13th Ave, N Trenton St (6-0)
• Approved dedication of streets E 17th Ave, E 19th Ave, N Uinta St, N Ulster St (6-0)
• Approved $9,999,750 grant agreement with CDOT for South Platte Regional Trail improvements (6-0)
• Approved relinquishment of easements from Vacating Ordinance No. 851, Series of 1973 (6-0)

Mayor-Council

The meeting includes approvals for various departmental contracts and funding agreements. Items range from airport infrastructure construction to affordable housing loans and COVID-19 relief funds.

• $42,405,643.90 contract with Flatiron Constructors, Inc. for a new taxiway EE at Denver International Airport
• $2,450,000 performance loan for the 49-unit Chestnut Place Condos affordable housing project
• $1,020,000 contract with RedLine to distribute COVID-19 relief aid to artists and cultural businesses
• Amendments to Aloft hotel agreements to provide rooms and food for people experiencing homelessness
• $1,260,000 contract with Cyber Country Systems, LLC for airport security system support

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider establishing the Denver Construction Careers Contribution Fund. The committee will also review an amendment to add $1,492,284.67 to a FEMA Covid-19 grant. Additionally, two mayoral appointments are up for approval.

• Establishment of Denver Construction Careers Contribution Fund
• Amendment to Colorado Department of Public Safety grant adding $1,492,284.67
• Appointment of Sandra Ruiz-Parrilla to National Western Center Authority
• Appointment of Thomas Kim to Denver Health and Hospital Authority

The Finance & Governance Committee approved Council Bill 21-1206, establishing the Denver Construction Careers Contribution Fund to support construction talent pipeline programs. It also approved by consent three resolutions: mayoral appointments of Sandra Ruiz-Parrilla to the National Western Center Authority and Thomas Kim to the Denver Health and Hospital Authority, and an amendment to a FEMA Covid-19 Public Assistance grant agreement adding $1,492,284.67 for administrative payroll and professional services.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1206 establishing the Denver Construction Careers Contribution Fund
• Approved Resolution 21-1224 appointing Sandra Ruiz-Parrilla to the National Western Center Authority
• Approved Resolution 21-1225 appointing Thomas Kim to the Denver Health and Hospital Authority
• Approved Resolution 21-1241 amending FEMA grant agreement, adding $1,492,284.67

City Council

The Council is considering resolutions for Cisco technology maintenance contracts totaling $40 million. The agenda also includes funding for affordable housing and homelessness services, as well as a $1.2 million police department claim settlement.

• $20 million purchase order with Advanced Network Management, Inc. for Cisco products
• $20 million purchase order with World Wide Technology, LLC for Cisco products
• $3,500,000 loan for 82-unit affordable housing at 1510 North Valentia Street
• Amendment to Colorado Coalition for the Homeless contract totaling $10,241,667
• $1,200,000 settlement of a claim involving the Denver Police Department

The Denver City Council approved a $400 one-time bonus for city employees who complied with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, funded by a $5 million rescission from the General Fund contingency. The council also approved a $1.2 million settlement related to a Denver Police Department claim, and passed several resolutions including a $20 million Cisco products purchase order. Two rezoning requests were approved: one at 5 Cook Street in Cherry Creek and one at 1360 South Birch Street in Virginia Village.

• Approved $400 COVID vaccine bonus for eligible employees (8-3)
• Approved $1.2M settlement for police claim (11-0)
• Approved $20M Cisco products purchase order with Advanced Network Management (11-0)
• Approved $20M Cisco products purchase order with World Wide Technology (11-0)
• Approved rezoning at 5 Cook Street to C-MX-8 (10-1)
• Approved rezoning at 1360 S Birch St to S-MU-3 (10-1)
• Approved $3.5M loan for 82-unit affordable housing project (11-0)
• Approved $9M amendment for homeless services contract (11-0)

Public Safety Working Group

The Public Safety Working Group will receive a briefing regarding the Department of Safety's response to policy recommendations from the Reimagining Policing Task Force. The presentation includes item 21-1255 and features Director Robinson and Evan Dreyer.

• Briefing on Dept. of Safety response to Reimagining Policing Task Force recommendations (21-1255)

The Public Safety Working Group convened on October 25, 2021, and received a briefing from the Department of Safety on its response to the Reimagining Policing Task Force policy recommendations. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Heard briefing 21-1255 on Dept. of Safety response to Reimagining Policing Task Force recommendations

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is considering a performance loan agreement for an affordable housing project and amendments to the Denver Revised Municipal Code regarding command staff salaries and benefits.

• $2,450,000 performance loan for 49-unit Chestnut Place Condos
• Amendments to municipal code regarding command staff salaries and benefits
• Public comment period for item 21-1220

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee approved a performance loan agreement with 3501 Chestnut Development, LLC for $2,450,000 to build Chestnut Place Condos, a 49-unit affordable housing project for low-to-moderate income homebuyers in Council District 9. The committee also approved a bill amending city code to set 2021-2022 salaries and benefits for command staff in the Sheriff, Fire, and Police departments per collective bargaining agreements. Both items passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved $2.45M performance loan for Chestnut Place Condos (7-0)
• Approved salary/benefits amendments for command staff in Sheriff, Fire, Police (7-0)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The October 20, 2021, committee meeting was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding COVID-19 relief and Denver International Airport infrastructure.

• $1,020,000 contract with RedLine for COVID-19 relief to artists and cultural businesses
• $42,405,643.90 contract with Flatiron Constructors, Inc. for taxiway EE at Denver International Airport
• $1,260,000 contract with Cyber Country Systems, LLC for Physical Access Control System support at DIA

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included and approved. Three contracts were approved by consent: $1.02M for RedLine to distribute COVID-19 relief to artists and cultural businesses, $42.4M for Flatiron Constructors to build a new taxiway at Denver International Airport, and $1.26M for Cyber Country Systems to service the airport's Physical Access Control System.

• Approved $1,020,000 contract with RedLine for COVID-19 relief to artists and cultural businesses (consent)
• Approved $42,405,643.90 contract with Flatiron Constructors for new taxiway EE at Denver International Airport (consent)
• Approved $1,260,000 contract with Cyber Country Systems for Physical Access Control System support at Denver International Airport (consent)

Finance & Governance Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance regarding professional services procurement. It will also review contract amendments for tax software, a grant transfer to the Climate Office, and expanded hotel agreements in Council District 9.

• Adding $414,424 to Tyler Technologies contract for iasWorld Tax Administration software
• Transferring $28,992.64 from a recycling grant to the Climate Office Donations Fund
• Increasing Aloft hotel occupancy agreement by $1,223,600 for homelessness services
• Increasing food service agreement with Aloft by $322,000 for homelessness services
• Setting a public hearing for West Globeville Metropolitan District No. 1 and No. 2

The Finance & Governance Committee approved Council Bill 21-1234, establishing the process for city council procurement of professional services, by a 5-0 vote. All consent items were also approved en bloc by the same vote, including contract amendments, appointments, a cash transfer, a public hearing date, and hotel agreements for homelessness services.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1234 establishing procurement process for professional services (5-0)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1201 reappointing Brandan Burns and appointing Gayle Bell to Head Start Policy Council (5-0)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1203 amending Tyler Technologies contract by adding $414,424 for iasWorld software (5-0)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1205 transferring $28,992.64 from Recycling Partnership grant to Climate Office Donations Fund (5-0)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1208 setting public hearing on 11-29-21 for West Globeville Metropolitan Districts (5-0)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1214 amending JBK Hotels/Aloft occupancy agreement by adding $1,223,600 for 140 rooms for homeless (5-0)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1215 amending JBK Hotels/Aloft food service agreement by adding $322,000 (5-0)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding easement relinquishments, grant amendments for the 16th Street Mall, and contract updates for traffic signals and communication equipment.

• Relinquishing easements at 2099 Chestnut Place
• Amending CDOT grant for 16th Street Mall Reconstruction Project
• Extending Stanley Consultants, Inc. contract for traffic signal redesign on 6th and 8th Avenue corridors
• Increasing Elevate One, LLC agreement by $426,203.52 for equipment at 4100 E Mississippi Avenue

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda with four items was approved. The items included relinquishing easements at 2099 Chestnut Place, amending a CDOT grant for the 16th Street Mall project, extending a traffic signal redesign contract, and amending an antenna agreement. All items were approved by consent.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1209 relinquishing easements at 2099 Chestnut Place
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1210 amending CDOT grant for 16th Street Mall (match reduced to 50%, MMOF extended to 6/30/2024)
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1211 extending Stanley Consultants contract to 4/30/2022 for traffic signal redesign
• Approved Council Resolution 21-1216 amending Elevate One agreement adding $426,203.52 and extending to 1/31/2037

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council meeting includes several contract amendments and funding allocations presented for approval. Key items involve increasing funds for homelessness services and youth programs, as well as approving maintenance costs for various pedestrian malls. The council will also consider rezoning requests and technology infrastructure purchases.

• $9,041,667 contract increase for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless services
• $100.1 million allocation amendment for the American Rescue Plan Act Grant Fund
• $1.7 million sale of City-owned land in Aurora by Denver International Airport
• Rezoning of 3600 North Cook Street and 4301 West 35th Avenue
• $20 million master purchase orders for Cisco technology infrastructure

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the notice for the Mayor’s Proposed 2022 Budget public hearing. Several resolutions propose increasing funding for various citywide on-call construction services. The agenda also includes mayoral appointments to several local boards and councils.

• Notice of public hearing for the Mayor’s Proposed 2022 Budget
• Increases to several on-call construction contracts by $5 million to $10 million each
• Rent increase of $1,138,254.36 for a communication antenna at 1670 Broadway
• Lufthansa lease amendment to reduce space at Denver International Airport
• Mayoral appointments to the Colfax BID and Human Rights Advisory Council

Budget and Policy Committee

The Budget and Policy Committee will hold a briefing regarding Expanding Housing Affordability 21-1222. The presentation will be delivered by Analiese Hock and Brad Weinig from CPD.

• Briefing on Expanding Housing Affordability 21-1222

The Budget and Policy Committee met on October 18, 2021, and received a briefing on item 21-1222, 'Expanding Housing Affordability.' No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting; it was informational only.

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting for October 13, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included a consent item regarding a $1,700,000 land sale in Aurora.

• $1,700,000 purchase and sale agreement with Oread Acquisitions, LLC for land in Aurora

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included. The only item, Council Bill 21-1181, was approved by consent, authorizing the sale of two city-owned parcels of unimproved land in Aurora at the former Stapleton International Airport to Oread Acquisitions, LLC for $1,700,000.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1181 by consent: sale of two city-owned parcels at former Stapleton International Airport to Oread Acquisitions, LLC for $1,700,000

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee will review annual reports from the Denver Preschool Program and Denver Prosperity Fund. Members will also consider several contract amendments regarding housing placement, school initiatives, and apartment preservation.

• $9,041,667 increase to Colorado Coalition for the Homeless contract for housing and treatment services
• $600,000 agreement with Denver Public Schools for a learning initiative at six school sites
• $122,500 increase to CitySpan contract for DAAconnect maintenance fees
• $250,000 loan amendment for The Olin Hotel Apartments at 1420 North Logan Street

The committee approved a resolution to amend a contract with the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, adding $9,041,667 for a new total of $10,241,667 for housing placement and treatment services for adults experiencing chronic homelessness citywide. The contract duration remains unchanged. The committee also approved three consent items, including an intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools for $600,000 for Phase II of the Social, Emotional, Academic, and Learning Initiative, a contract amendment with CitySpan for $122,500 for maintenance fees for the DAAconnect system, and a loan agreement amendment with Senior Housing Options, Inc. for $250,000 to preserve affordability at The Olin Hotel Apartments.

• Approved Resolution 21-1190: Amended contract with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, adding $9,041,667 (new total $10,241,667) for housing placement and treatment services for chronically homeless adults.
• Approved Bill 21-1175 by consent: Intergovernmental agreement with Denver Public Schools for $600,000 through 7-31-23 for Phase II of the Social, Emotional, Academic, and Learning Initiative at six school sites.
• Approved Resolution 21-1176 by consent: Amended contract with CitySpan, adding $122,500 (new total $563,500) for maintenance fees for the DAAconnect Management Information System.
• Approved Resolution 21-1196 by consent: Amended loan agreement with Senior Housing Options, Inc., adding $250,000 (new total $1,750,000) to preserve affordability at The Olin Hotel Apartments, 1420 North Logan Street.

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The scheduled committee meeting was canceled. The agenda included consent items for pedestrian mall maintenance costs and property rezoning requests.

• Revocation of permits at 3411 West Colfax Avenue and 1580 Julian Street
• Approval of 2022 annual costs for various pedestrian mall maintenance districts
• Rezoning of 3600 North Cook Street to U-SU-B1
• Rezoning of 4301 West 35th Avenue to U-SU-B1

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was approved. All 21 items on the consent agenda were approved by consent, including revoking two encroachment permits, approving 2022 costs for multiple pedestrian mall and streetscape maintenance districts, and two rezoning map amendments.

• Approved consent agenda with 21 items
• Revoked encroachment permit for PVC pipes at 3411 West Colfax Avenue (21-1147)
• Revoked encroachment permit for remediation system at 1580 Julian Street (21-1177)
• Approved 2022 costs for 16 pedestrian mall/streetscape maintenance districts (21-1159 through 21-1174)
• Rezoned property at 3600 North Cook Street from U-SU-B to U-SU-B1 (21-1187)
• Rezoned property at 4301 West 35th Avenue from U-SU-B to U-SU-B1 (21-1188)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing amendments to allocate $100.1 million from the American Rescue Plan Act Grant Fund. The agenda also includes several technology maintenance contracts and mayoral appointments. A public hearing will be set for the Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Plan.

• Amendment of $100.1 million in ARPA Grant Fund allocations
• $60,000 contract with Permitium, LLC for concealed carry permitting
• $20 million master purchase orders for Cisco technology infrastructure
• $1.3 million contract with Ernst & Young, LLP for grant management services
• Public hearing for the Fox Park Urban Redevelopment Plan

The Finance & Governance Committee approved two action items: a $60,000 contract with Permitium, LLC for an online concealed carry permitting system, and an amendment to the ARPA Grant Fund allocating $100.1 million, including $25.3 million for revenue loss, $73.5 million for recovery, and $1.3 million for administration, plus a van purchase for the Wellness Winnie program. All consent items were approved en bloc, including two $20 million Cisco product purchase orders, a $1.2 million settlement fund transfer, a $1.3 million Ernst & Young contract, and several appointments.

• Approved $60,000 Permitium contract for online concealed carry permitting (4-0)
• Approved $100.1M ARPA fund amendment with $25.3M revenue loss, $73.5M recovery, $1.3M admin (4-0)
• Approved $20M master purchase order with Advanced Network Management for DIA Cisco products (4-0)
• Approved $20M master purchase order with Advanced Network Management for citywide Cisco products (4-0)
• Approved $20M master purchase order with World Wide Technology for citywide Cisco products (4-0)
• Approved $1.2M transfer from General Fund Contingency for liability settlement (4-0)
• Approved $1.3M Ernst & Young contract for grant management services (4-0)
• Approved appointments to Asian American Pacific Islander Commission and Crime Prevention Commission (4-0)

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council is considering the allocation of $8.8 million in ARPA funds for employee premium pay. The agenda also includes multiple amendments to increase funding for on-call municipal building construction services. Other items involve grant agreements for public health and human services programs.

• Allocation of $8.8 million in ARPA funds for 'Premium Pay' for high-risk city employees
• Rescinding $5,000,000 from the General Fund for COVID-19 vaccine mandate bonuses
• Contract amendments increasing on-call construction funds for municipal buildings up to $25,000,000
• A $3,640,000 grant from CDOT to reconstruct six traffic signals at various intersections
• A $1,395,000 grant to the Caring for Denver Foundation to expand the STAR Program

City Council

The Denver City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city contracts and grants. Items include multi-million dollar agreements for airport management, IT maintenance, and food relief programs. The council will also consider increasing the number of county court judges.

• $20,000,000 contract with Turner and Townsend, Inc. for Denver International Airport services
• $5,000,000 agreement with World Wide Technology, LLC for Cisco equipment maintenance
• $5,512,000 federal grant for the Denver Housing to Health project
• $2,901,128 contract with CNDC for the Denver Emergency Food Relief Fund
• Ordinance to increase the number of county court judges from 18 to 19

The Denver City Council approved a $20 million contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for project controls and management support at Denver International Airport, and a $5 million contract with World Wide Technology, LLC for Cisco equipment support. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for food relief, homeless services, and architectural services, and adopted a proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day. Several bills were introduced for future consideration, including a zoning change for 1090 South Dayton Street and an increase in county court judges.

• Approved $20M contract with Turner & Townsend for airport project management support.
• Approved $5M contract with World Wide Technology for Cisco equipment support.
• Approved consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including food relief and homeless services contracts.
• Adopted proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
• Approved $3.9M contract for Westwood Recreation Center architectural services.
• Approved $2.9M contract with Colorado Nonprofit Development Center for COVID-19 food relief.
• Approved $1M amendment to K-M Concessions for shelter food support.
• Ordered published bills for zoning changes and a new SIPPRA fund.

Public Safety Working Group

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Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The October 6, 2021, meeting of the Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee was canceled. The agenda included a consent item regarding a lease amendment with Deutsche Lufthansa AG.

• Amendment to Deutsche Lufthansa AG lease at Denver International Airport
• Reduction of two ticket counters and 1,736.8 square feet of office space

The Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included. Council Resolution 21-1156 was approved by consent, amending a use and lease agreement with Deutsche Lufthansa AG to reduce leased space by two ticket counters and 1,736.8 square feet of office space due to COVID-19-related flight reductions at Denver International Airport. The agreement duration remains unchanged.

• Approved Council Resolution 21-1156 by consent: amended Lufthansa lease to reduce space by two ticket counters and 1,736.8 sq ft of office space, no change to duration.

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to ban flavored tobacco sales and accessories. It is also considering several grant agreements and contracts for mental health, refugee youth services, and tank maintenance.

• Ordinance to ban flavored tobacco products (21-1182)
• $799,231 grant for behavioral health wraparound services (21-1137)
• $1,838,298.76 grant for Unaccompanied Refugee Minor youth services (21-1144)
• $2,250,000 contract with ET Technologies, Inc. for petroleum tank maintenance (21-1148)
• $1,395,000 grant to expand the STAR Program (21-1150)

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee voted 5-0 to postpone Council Bill 21-1182, which would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories, to October 27, 2021. The committee also approved seven consent items, including grants and contracts for mental health services, refugee youth support, and petroleum tank maintenance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Postponed flavored tobacco ban (21-1182) to Oct. 27 (5-0)
• Approved $799,231 grant to Caring for Denver Foundation for wraparound services (consent)
• Approved $286,125.80 amendment to Denver Health for interim mental health services (consent)
• Approved $1,838,298.76 grant for Unaccompanied Refugee Minor youth services (consent)
• Approved $2,250,000 contract with ET Technologies for petroleum tank maintenance (consent)
• Approved $2,250,000 contract with TAIT Environmental Services for petroleum tank maintenance (consent)
• Approved $1,395,000 grant to Caring for Denver Foundation for STAR Program expansion (consent)
• Approved $15,000 amendment to Savio House contract for youth prevention services (consent)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding construction contract amendments and infrastructure grants.

• CDOT grant of $3,640,000 for traffic signal reconstruction at five intersections
• RTD agreement for $3,528,706.84 for National Western Center and North Metro Rail Line projects
• Contract amendments for various on-call municipal construction services
• Park use agreement for the 2021 Christkindl Market

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee met on October 5, 2021, and approved all 16 consent agenda items. These included amendments to 15 construction contracts for municipal building projects, a grant agreement for traffic signal reconstruction, a park use agreement, and an intergovernmental agreement with RTD. All items were approved by consent without discussion or individual votes.

• Approved contract amendments with Gilmore, Halcyon, Interlock, and Wilderness for on-call construction services, each increased by $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 total (Resolutions 21-1112 through 21-1115)
• Approved contract amendments with FCI, Gerald H. Phipps, Gilmore, Halcyon, Haselden, Interlock, Krische, Mark Young, Swinerton, Turner, and Wilderness for deferred maintenance and renovation, each increased by $10,000,000 to $25,000,000 total (Resolutions 21-1116 through 21-1126)
• Approved $3,640,000 grant agreement with CDOT for traffic signal reconstruction at six intersections (Resolution 21-1146)
• Approved park use agreement with German American Chamber of Commerce for 2021 Christkindl Market (Resolution 21-1152)
• Approved $3,528,706.84 intergovernmental agreement with RTD for National Western Center and North Metro Rail Line projects (Bill 21-1153)
• Approved one-year extension for Whiting Turner preconstruction services at Livestock Center, no cost change (Resolution 21-1154)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee will consider several items related to City employee compensation and appointments. Proposed actions include allocating $8,800,000 in ARPA funds for premium pay and creating a $400 bonus program for vaccinated employees.

• Allocation of $8,800,000 in ARPA funds for 'Premium Pay' to high-risk City employees
• Creation of a $400 bonus program for employees complying with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate
• Rescinding $5,000,000 from General Fund Contingency for vaccine mandate bonuses
• Amendment to HFI 1670 BDWY, LLC agreement adding $1,138,254.36 for equipment at 1670 Broadway
• Approval of mayoral appointments to various boards and councils

The Finance & Governance Committee approved for filing two measures creating a one-time $400 bonus for city employees who complied with the COVID-19 vaccination mandate, and a third allocating $8.8 million in ARPA funds for premium pay to employees in high-risk roles. All three passed on split votes, with Hinds and Clark voting against the bonus measures. The committee also approved several consent items, including a contract amendment for a communication antenna at 1670 Broadway and multiple board appointments.

• Approved Council Bill 21-1056 for filing, rescinding $5M from General Fund Contingency for COVID vaccine bonus payments (4-2)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1058 for filing, adding COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Bonus Program to municipal code (4-2)
• Approved Council Bill 21-1145 for filing, allocating $8.8M in ARPA funds for premium pay to high-risk employees (6-0)
• Approved consent item 21-1129, amending agreement with HFI 1670 BDWY, LLC for communication antenna at 1670 Broadway (6-0)
• Approved consent item 21-1134, appointing David Bentley to Colfax Business Improvement District board (6-0)
• Approved consent item 21-1135, appointing Chris Herndon, Wende Reoch, and Kevin Tsai to Winter Park Trustees Board (6-0)
• Approved consent item 21-1136, appointing Travis Leiker and Ozioma Aloziem to Human Rights and Community Partnerships Advisory Council (6-0)

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council is reviewing several departmental contracts and grant agreements. These items include funding for airport management, housing stability, and public health initiatives.

• $20,000,000 contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for Denver International Airport services
• $1,000,000 increase to K-M Concessions, LLC for food and beverage support at the Denver Coliseum
• $1,000,000 grant to Denver Public Schools for school lunch programs and staff training
• $5,512,000 U.S. Treasury grant for the Denver Housing to Health project
• $3,900,000 contract with Anderson Mason Dale Architects for the Westwood Recreation Center

Budget Hearings

The meeting includes introductions and budget hearings. A briefing is scheduled for the Department of Public Health and Environment regarding item 21-1186.

• Briefing: Department of Public Health and Environment (21-1186)

The Denver City Council held a budget hearing for the Department of Public Health & Environment on October 4, 2021. The meeting consisted of introductions and a briefing by the department; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Council is reviewing several contract amendments, including increased funding for utility assistance and airport maintenance. Members are also considering new zoning ordinances for properties in Athmar Park and Cherry Creek.

• $3 million purchase order with Hill Enterprises, Inc. for oils and lubricants at DIA
• $800,000 contract increase for Energy Outreach Colorado utility assistance
• $3,069,878.02 agreement with USDA APHIS Wildlife Services for wildlife management at DIA
• Rezoning 50 S Steele Street in Cherry Creek to allow for 12-story mixed-use buildings
• $74,000 contract increase for electrical work at the 5440 Roslyn Street asphalt plant

The Denver City Council approved the consent agenda, including several resolutions and bills, and adopted proclamations opposing Initiatives 303 and 304. All votes were unanimous (11-0) with two members absent. No items were called out for separate votes.

• Adopted proclamation opposing Initiative 303 (11-0)
• Adopted proclamation opposing Initiative 304 (11-0)
• Approved $3M master purchase order with Hill Enterprises for airport oils/lubricants (11-0)
• Approved $1.9M amended purchase order with Astec, Inc. for asphalt plant electrical work (11-0)
• Approved $1.06M amended contract with Energy Outreach Colorado for utility assistance (11-0)
• Approved $10M multifamily housing revenue note for Forum Apartments supportive housing (11-0)
• Approved $1.005M grant to Denver Public Schools for greenhouse salad bowl program (11-0)
• Ordered published rezoning bills for 600 S. Canosa Ct. and 50 S. Steele St. with public hearings on 11-1-21

Budget Hearings

This budget working session includes discussions regarding budget requests 21-1139. The meeting is chaired by Gilmore.

• Budget requests 21-1139

Budget Hearings

The Budget Working Session will hold discussions regarding budget requests. The agenda includes introductions and the review of item 21-1139.

• Budget requests 21-1139

Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee meeting scheduled for September 29, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding grants and contracts for food services and emergency shelter support.

• Grant amendment with Re:Vision International to a new total of $772,978 for youth food justice curriculum.
• $1,000,000 grant agreement with Denver Public Schools for school meals and staff training.
• Contract extension for the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless for emergency shelter and health services.
• $1,000,000 contract amendment with KM Concessions, LLC for food at auxiliary shelters.

The Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee meeting was canceled, but the consent agenda was approved. Four items were approved by consent, including grants for food justice curriculum, school meal improvements, homeless shelter services, and concessions at the Denver Coliseum.

• Approved grant amendment with Re:Vision International adding $418,544 for food justice curriculum (21-1104)
• Approved $1,000,000 grant to Denver Public Schools for meal quality and training (21-1105)
• Approved contract amendment with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless extending shelter services to 8-31-22 (21-1127)
• Approved contract amendment with K-M Concessions adding $1,000,000 for concessions at Denver Coliseum (21-1128)

Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee

The Business, Arts, Workforce, & Aviation Services Committee meeting scheduled for September 29, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included a consent item regarding a $20,000,000 contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for Denver International Airport services.

• $20,000,000 contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for Denver International Airport project management

The Business, Arts, Workforce, Climate & Aviation Services Committee meeting was canceled, but a consent agenda was included. The only item, Council Resolution 21-1132, was approved by consent, authorizing a $20,000,000 contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for project controls and management support at Denver International Airport.

• Approved $20M contract with Turner & Townsend, Inc. for airport project support (consent)

Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, was canceled. The agenda included consent items regarding permits, sewer covenants, and professional service contracts.

• $3,900,000 contract with Anderson Mason Dale Architects, P.C. for Westwood Recreation Center
• Revocable permit for BCSP Brighton Property, LLC at Brighton Boulevard
• Relinquishment of a sanitary sewer covenant at 2150 South Monaco Street Parkway
• Wastewater connection request for 933 and 935 South Sheridan Boulevard

The Land Use, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee meeting was canceled, but consent agenda items were approved. These included permits, a contract, and utility connections. No substantive debate or discussion occurred.

• Approved revocable encroachment permit for BCSP Brighton Property LLC (21-1110)
• Approved relinquishment of sanitary sewer covenant at 2150 South Monaco Street Parkway (21-1111)
• Approved $3.9M contract with Anderson Mason Dale Architects for Westwood Recreation Center (21-1130)
• Approved wastewater connection request for 933 and 935 South Sheridan Boulevard (21-1131)

Finance & Governance Committee

The Finance & Governance Committee is reviewing grant agreements with the U.S. Department of Treasury for the Denver Housing to Health project. The committee will also consider contract amendments for IT services and asset management software. Additionally, Councilmember Kniech will discuss opposition to two initiatives.

• $5,512,000 grant agreement for the Denver Housing to Health (H2H) Pay for Success project
• $5,000,000 contract with World Wide Technology, LLC for Cisco hardware and software services
• $1,785,084 increase to an AssetWorks, LLC contract for Department of Transportation and Infrastructure software
• Ordinance to increase the number of county judges from eighteen to nineteen
• Reappointments to the Tourism Improvement District Board of Directors

The Finance & Governance Committee approved all items on its agenda, including two federal grant agreements totaling about $6.3 million for the Denver Housing to Health (H2H) Pay for Success project, a new grant fund, a $5 million IT contract, a judge increase, a contract amendment, and two board reappointments. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent. The committee also approved two proclamations opposing state initiatives 303 and 304.

• Approved $5,512,000 SIPPRA grant agreement for Denver Housing to Health project (6-0)
• Approved $826,800 SIPPRA grant for H2H evaluator (6-0)
• Established SIPPRA Grant Fund in Community Development Special Revenue Fund (6-0)
• Approved $5,000,000 contract with World Wide Technology for Cisco support (6-0)
• Approved increase in county judges from 18 to 19 (6-0)
• Approved $1,785,084 amendment to AssetWorks contract (6-0)
• Approved reappointments of Laura Lojas and Tracy Blair to Tourism Improvement District Board (6-0)
• Approved proclamations opposing initiatives 303 and 304 (6-0)

Mayor-Council

The Denver Mayor-Council is reviewing several land use amendments and citywide service agreements. Items include funding for COVID-19 food relief, utility assistance, and drainage improvements. The agenda also includes various rezoning requests across multiple council districts.

• Rezoning 600 South Canosa Court from E-SU-Dx to E-SU-D1x
• $3,000,000 purchase order for airport vehicle oils and lubricants
• $2,901,128 contract for the Denver Emergency Food Relief Fund
• $4,200,000 in additional funds for Weir Gulch drainage and flood control improvements
• $800,000 increase to Energy Outreach Colorado for utility assistance

Budget Hearings

This meeting includes introductions and a briefing regarding the Denver Public Library (item 21-1101). The provided agenda is limited to this single briefing item.

• Denver Public Library briefing (21-1101)

The Denver City Council budget hearings on September 27, 2021, included only a briefing from the Denver Public Library. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The Denver City Council is considering several resolutions regarding airport infrastructure and workforce support. This includes large-scale contracts for the 7th runway project at Denver International Airport and funding for affordable housing bonds. The council will also review various board appointments and service agreements.

• $45,987,092 contract with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for the DIA 7th runway project
• $12,500,000 in bonds for Hilltop Apartments affordable housing on Franklin and Logan Streets
• $1,000,000 agreement with Colorado Restaurant Association Education Fund for worker retention
• $15,000,000 contract with HNTB Corporation for 7th runway environmental documentation
• $5,000,000 contract with Enstoa, Inc. for airport systems development

The Denver City Council approved a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and agreements, including a $45,987,092 contract with Jacobs Engineering Group for design consultant services for the 7th runway project at Denver International Airport. The council also approved a separate $5 million contract with Enstoa, Inc. for airport systems development, with Councilmember Sawyer voting against it. All other items on the consent agenda were approved unanimously.

• Approved $45,987,092 contract with Jacobs Engineering Group for 7th runway design services (13-0)
• Approved $22,516,537 contract with AECOM for 7th runway project management (13-0)
• Approved $15,000,000 contract with HNTB for 7th runway NEPA documentation (13-0)
• Approved $5,000,000 contract with Enstoa for airport systems development (12-1, Sawyer nay)
• Approved $1,500,000 loan to REDI Corp for Rhonda's Place, 50-unit affordable housing (13-0)
• Approved $825,000 contract with REDI Corp for supportive services at Rhonda's Place (13-0)
• Approved $1,100,000 contract with Volunteers of America for Green Willow Rapid Re-Housing (13-0)
• Approved $12,500,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Hilltop Apartments (13-0)